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A viral Everest Camp 4 video reveals the truth about a serious problem lurking in the mountain: Why it should be addressed immediately | - The Times of India
Mount Everest faces a recurring waste problem, exacerbated by record climbing permits and the logistical challenges of waste removal at high altitudes. New regulations, including mandatory waste carriage and specialized human waste bags, aim to mitigate t
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Uttarakhand's Valley of Flowers is now open for 2026: Everything travellers need to know before visiting
If you have also been waiting to see one of India’s most breathtaking seasonal phenomenons then this is the time to pack your bags. On June 1st, Uttarakhand’s Valley of Flowers National Park officially opened for the 2026 season. After spending months bur
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‘If you throw trash, you lose cash’: Tokyo tourist district introduces littering fines | Euronews
Visitors caught dropping rubbish in Tokyo’s popular Shibuya ward will now be fined on the spot as authorities battle the side effects of Japan’s record tourism boom.
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MakeMyTrip's New Influencer Play: Relevance Over Reach
MakeMyTrip launches Creator Circle, supporting authentic travel influencers who inspire real travel actions through engaging content.
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The World Is Going Crazy Over Fireflies | Travel
For a few weeks, the Smokies synchronous firefly produces dazzling coordinated displays that light up the night sky. Getting to see them is its own miracle | Travel
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2026 World Cup fuels tourism boom in North America with Canada in the lead | Euronews
This month’s football World Cup puts North America at the heart of global tourism and is set to trigger an economic boom across the region, with Canada leading the way, ahead of Mexico and the United States, according to the World Travel & Tourism Cou
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Revealed: Europe's cheapest and most expensive countries for holiday rentals in 2026 | Euronews
New short-term rental data reveals a huge gap in accommodation costs across Europe, with nightly rates starting below €40 in parts of the Balkans and exceeding €200 in some of the continent’s most sought-after destinations.
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Aishwarya Rai named global brand ambassador for JW Marriott’s mindful luxury travel platform | Travel
Aishwarya Rai joins JW Marriott as global brand ambassador, marking a new global partnership that ties her to the brand’s “Stay in the Moment” philosophy. | Travel
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5 Richest temples in India that are also incredible travel destinations
Indian temples are more than just spiritual sites. They are also massive economic and charitable powerhouses. If you look closely at public trust disclosures, RTI responses, government audits, and financial records, you'll see that a handful of templ
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7 royal palaces in India that are now luxury hotels
What happened to India's royal palaces? Well, some became the country's most luxurious hotels.While India's era of royalty might seem to be long past, there are still many majestic palaces in the country which offer visitors an opportunity
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Backpacks and luggage picks that are spacious yet small enough for your weekend trips | Travel
Weekend travel deserves luggage that works to give you enough space without being too bulky. | Travel
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'I've never gotten food poisoning': New York vlogger tries street food in Chandni Chowk, praises cleanliness of stalls | Travel
During her visit to Delhi, Chloe Jade sampled various street foods, including parathas and daulat ki chaat. She appreciated the cleanliness of the food stalls. | Travel
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San Francisco Bay Area: A travel guide to the 2026 World Cup host | Euronews
Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara will host six fixtures during the World Cup – five group-stage games and a Round of 32 clash.
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Seattle: A travel guide to the 2026 World Cup host city | Euronews
Known as the Emerald City, Seattle will host World Cup games for the first time - including the USA's second group D fixture.
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Most mysterious forests in India and the legends around them
India is full of gorgeous destinations that completely flip their script the moment the sun sets. You know the type, places steeped in local ghost lore, and bizarre natural phenomena where the heavy, dead silence is enough to make your skin crawl. But hon
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Monsoon rains set to reach more parts of India from June 4, IMD warns of heavy rain, thunderstorms and travel disruptions across these states | - The Times of India
India's southwest monsoon is advancing, bringing heavy rains to southern and northeastern regions. Travelers face a mixed bag of weather, with thunderstorms, dust storms, and hailstorms expected elsewhere. While the monsoon offers opportunities for n
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After Sonder's Collapse, Francis Davidson Returns With an AI Travel Agent
Francis Davidson's back with another venture that couldn't be more different from Sonder: No long-term apartment leases, hardly any physical footprint whatsoever.
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Iran War Drives Middle East Tourism Slump
The war in Iran has sent tourism across the Middle East into a sharp decline, while arrivals elsewhere in the world continued to grow.
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5 national parks in the USA perfect for wildlife lovers and the best time to visit them
For many wildlife travellers, America is a dream destination. The country is brimming with some incredible national parks which are globally famous. It’s not just the landscape but the chance to witness rare, wild animals in their natural habitats which i
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From Phrygian kings to modern diplomacy: Ankara’s rise as a global cultural crossroads | Euronews
Ankara is asserting its role as a vital cultural hub following its official designation as the 2026 Tourism Capital of the Turkic world.
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Forget flying: Why more travellers are combining luxury cruises with iconic rail journeys | Euronews
From Alpine train routes and Mediterranean cruises to cross-country adventures through Italy and the Rockies, cruise and rail holidays are booming as travellers embrace slower, more immersive ways to explore.
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Where to see the Sleeping Buddha that everyone is talking about? Everything travellers need to know | - The Times of India
The Himalayas feature a remarkable mountain formation known as the \"Sleeping Buddha,\" an illusion created by the Kanchenjunga massif's peaks resembling a reclining figure. This natural wonder, particularly visible at dawn, holds deep cult
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Record Seaweed Levels Are Hitting Caribbean Beaches — Hotels Are Cutting Prices
Sargassum seaweed is washing ashore across the Caribbean in record quantities this summer. Data released Monday by the University of South Florida shows
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From Shiva's Kashi to Krishna's Dwarka: 10 Indian cities and their patron deities
India's cities are more than collections of monuments, markets, and neighbourhoods. Many have grown around a sacred presence so powerful that it continues to shape their culture, traditions, festivals, and daily rhythms centuries later. In these citi
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Ravi Bridge reopens: After long months of disruption, Jammu Rail Services are back on track; here's what it means for travellers | - The Times of India
In a recent update, Jammu Rail Services are back on track, restoring one of northern India's most significant rail corridors. This is welcoming news f.
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India's most significant hills, and why every traveller should visit them
Whenever the topic of the geography of India comes up, one automatically imagines the magnificent Himalayan range of mountains. Yet there are some other regions in India that boast equally spectacular scenery and lie outside the mountainous terrain. There
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Drunk and disruptive airline passengers could face industry-wide flight bans under new UK plans | Euronews
The UK government is exploring proposals for a national airline blacklist that could prevent abusive, violent or persistently disruptive passengers from flying with any carrier. The move comes as airlines report rising levels of bad behaviour during peak
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Vietnam’s Tourism Boom Gets a Boost from Latest Philippines Pact
Vietnam and the Philippines signed a Tourism Cooperation Program committing to joint marketing campaigns, bundled packages, and more flights.
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From Loktak lake to Chilika lake: These beautiful wetland destinations are worth adding to your summer bucket list | Travel
Planning a peaceful summer trip? Check out these stunning wetland destinations before the monsoon. | Travel
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US and UK ease Cyprus travel advice: boost for tourism | Euronews
The two countries had raised the security level for Cyprus after drone attacks on the British base at Akrotiri, moving it to level three at the time – 'reconsider your travel'
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“Koi mat aana yaha pe”...Kedarnath Dham pilgrim shares her harrowing experience of visiting Kedarnath Dham | - The Times of India
A recent Kedarnath Yatra pilgrimage highlights significant challenges faced by travellers, including severe traffic jams and overcrowded routes. Despite extensive planning, one pilgrim's journey became a test of endurance, culminating in an inability
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Looking for places to enjoy summer holidays? Here are 6 quiet getaways in northeast, north and south India | Travel
The scorching summer has made the call of the cool hills all the more compelling. Here are six places where you can holiday in peace and tranquility.  | Travel
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“They told me not to come to Bihar”: American traveller busts myths as his Darbhanga journey wins hearts online - The Times of India
White the internet is flooded with \"travel warnings\", there is an American travel creator who has fallen in love with the beauty of Bihar and is busti.
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Travelling to Cabo Verde? Here’s what you need to know about the island nation | Euronews
World Cup debut aside, Cabo Verde offers plenty of reasons to visit beyond the beautiful game – from fresh seafood delicacies to beach escapes and a wealth of cultural heritage.
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Fresh blow for Cuba: Iberia halts direct Madrid-Havana flights until November | Euronews
The Spanish airline is temporarily suspending its direct route to the island due to fuel supply problems. The move adds to recent suspensions by Air France, Turkish Airlines and Air Canada.
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Higher airfares and fewer visitors: How the Iran conflict is hitting Southeast Asia tourism | Euronews
Tourism across Southeast Asia was finally recovering from the pandemic. Now, soaring fuel prices, flight disruptions, and growing economic uncertainty linked to the Iran conflict are threatening to slow demand just as the region enters its crucial summer
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Valley of Flowers trek is open for tourists: Best time to visit, itinerary, and all you need to know if you visit | Travel
The Valley of Flowers trek, starting from Govindghat, offers a scenic experience. Open from June 1 to October 31, the best time to visit is in July and August. | Travel
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Land Of The Rising Sun: Which country is the 'Land of the Rising Sun' and what you need to know before visiting there - The Times of India
People all over the globe know Japan as the “Land of the Rising Sun,” but that nickname is much more than a geographical fact. It actually stems from .
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Miami: A travel guide to the 2026 World Cup host city | Euronews
With seven matches, Miami is expected to deliver one of the World Cup’s most vibrant atmospheres.
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Boston: A travel guide to the 2026 World Cup host city | Euronews
France, England, Scotland and Norway are among the nations who will play World Cup group games at the Boston Stadium in Foxborough.
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British woman praises Vande Bharat's clean, peaceful ride for family's first train journey in India: Watch video | Travel
A British family shared their experience travelling on the Vande Bharat train from Delhi to Jaipur, highlighting the clean compartments and good service.  | Travel
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Last chance to spot tigers: These Indian national parks are closing for the monsoon season in June
June is a bittersweet month for wildlife lovers in India. While the scorching summer heat can be intense, it is also one of the best times of the year for wildlife sightings. With scarce water sources, scanty vegetation, and wildlife moving out into the o
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Treating women as a monolith isn't a diversity failure — it's a revenue leak the industry keeps choosing not to fix.
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Women Travelers Are Not a Segment
Gender is being treated as a proxy for preference when it explains almost nothing about what a traveler values.
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Q&A: Xavier Amatriain Talks Expedia AI, What He's Building, More
Xavier Amatriain discusses his work and vision for Expedia Group in his first press interview as chief AI and data officer.
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Expedia Names Ex-Pinterest Exec to Lead Ads. The Pitch: Real Bookings, Not Intent.
Expedia Group appointed ex-Pinterest executive Bill Watkins GM of global advertising and is positioning the product as targeting bookers.
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Mexico City: A travel guide to the 2026 World Cup host city | Euronews
The iconic Azteca stadium is set to host five matches during this summer's World Cup.
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