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The Goa government has sought financial assistance from the Centre to revive the state's tourism industry which has been hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said. Talking to reporters on Wednesday, Mr Sawant said he has written to Union finance minister for helping the industry, which was one of the largest revenue earners for the state. "We are...

Dubai restaurants have begun offering discounts to customers who have been inoculated against coronavirus, amid a vaccination drive as the emirate seeks to fight the pandemic without closing its doors. The United Arab Emirates says it has already vaccinated some 2.5 million of its population of about 10 million, the second highest rate globally after Israel. "Spread love, not Rona," say...

Predicting a spike in COVID-19 cases in January, state Health Minister Vishwajit Rane today appealed to tourists to take precautions, as "Goa is not a banana republic". Addressing the media after chairing a high-level meeting, the minister said despite repeated appeals to wear masks and practise social distancing, people have not been taking precautions. Mr Rane predicted a spike in infections...

Staying overnight at an airport isn't unheard of, especially if you miss a flight. But choosing to spend your holidays there in a tent is something entirely different. With the coronavirus pandemic severely limiting trips abroad, some in Singapore this holiday season are going "glamping", or glamourous camping, staying overnight in luxury tents at the retail and leisure wing of...

Sprinkling new flavours in the lives of food lovers, Azure Hospitality, launched its new Sly Granny Cafe at Saket's Select CITYWALK mall in October 2020. Sly Granny Cafe is Sly's first mall outpost where customers can enjoy quality comfort food, amidst the bustling energy of the vibrant mall. With Sly Granny's multi-cuisine menu, shoppers and food lovers have the...

Concept Hospitality Pvt Ltd (CHPL) has introduced its Experiences eGift Cards in various denominations which can be redeemed across all its properties in the country, Noshir A Marfatia, Senior Vice President - Sales & Marketing, CHPL said. We are offering these eGift Cards across all our three brands, The Fern Hotels & Resorts, The Zinc Hotels and Beacon Hotels,...

A gang of girls or a band of boys, Switzerland has something for everyone! This friendship day, while talking to your best friends, don't just dream but plan ahead for your next escape. The country is the perfect destination for a vacation with your best friends! With snowy alps, beautiful lakes, gorgeous architecture and the best food, Switzerland...

Every year, millions of tons of plastic waste and a flood of toxic chemicals end up in the world's rivers and oceans, endangering wildlife and threatening sources of clean drinking water. In a 30-minute special, ‘Going Green’ meets the entrepreneurs racing to stem the tide of pollution. From bioplastics to non-polluting dyes for textiles, CNN discovers the innovations that could reshape...

SYDNEY, May 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — New South Wales’ stunning landscapes, unique experiences and talented locals play a starring role in Tourism Australia’s ‘Live from Aus‘ broadcast and live stream activation this weekend, bringing the icons of NSW food and wine, nature and wildlife, as well as arts and culture to audiences across Australia...

SHANGHAI, May 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Ctrip, part of Trip.com Group, a worldwide leading online travel services provider, today officially launched the IHG Flagship Store on its platforms, as part of a collaboration with the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG). This makes Trip.com… Source link