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This Finnish ski resort is launching a summer-long treasure hunt for a €20,000 gold bar | Euronews euronews.com

This Finnish ski resort is launching a summer-long treasure hunt for a €20,000 gold bar | Euronews

Visitors will have longer to search in the daylight as Levi experiences the midnight sun from late May to the end of July.

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10 countries where it is safe to drink tap water while travelling timesofindia.indiatimes.com

10 countries where it is safe to drink tap water while travelling

An easy way to save on costs and reduce plastic waste while travelling is by refilling a reusable water bottle rather than buying bottled water all the time. According to travel risk management company Global Rescue, several countries stand out for provid

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Germany Visa-Free Airport Transit: Germany introduces Visa-Free Airport Transit for Indians: What travellers need to know | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Germany Visa-Free Airport Transit: Germany introduces Visa-Free Airport Transit for Indians: What travellers need to know | - The Times of India

In a recent update, Germany has officially removed the airport transit visa requirement for Indian passport holders. The new rule came into effect on .

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Shortest Commercial Flight: This is the world's shortest commercial flight and why it’s a bucket-list travel experiences timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Shortest Commercial Flight: This is the world's shortest commercial flight and why it’s a bucket-list travel experiences

Mentioning air travel usually brings to mind endless lines, invasive security, and being stuck in a tube for hours. Yet, out in Scotland's Orkney Islands, there's a flight where you barely click your seatbelt before it's time to land.Clocki

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This hidden UNESCO fort in Rajasthan is surrounded by rivers on three sides and almost no one visits it - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

This hidden UNESCO fort in Rajasthan is surrounded by rivers on three sides and almost no one visits it - The Times of India

Most of the forts in Rajasthan are situated in arid deserts, or high mountain peaks, meanwhile, Gagron Fort is something different. It is almost like .

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Travel is becoming a competitive sport | Travel hindustantimes.com

Travel is becoming a competitive sport | Travel

Growing numbers of people are country counting | Travel

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This is the world's shortest commercial flight and why it’s a bucket-list travel experiences timesofindia.indiatimes.com

This is the world's shortest commercial flight and why it’s a bucket-list travel experiences

Mentioning air travel usually brings to mind endless lines, invasive security, and being stuck in a tube for hours. Yet, out in Scotland's Orkney Islands, there's a flight where you barely click your seatbelt before it's time to land.Clocki

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Freedom Ship: Could this giant ‘floating city’ become the world's biggest cruise ship? | Euronews euronews.com

Freedom Ship: Could this giant ‘floating city’ become the world's biggest cruise ship? | Euronews

The proposed Freedom Ship would be unlike anything currently sailing the seas. Designed as a permanent floating city for up to 80,000 people, the mile-long vessel would feature homes, schools, hotels, parks, a hospital and even a sports stadium as it slow

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IMD warns of heavy rain and storms across these Indian states as monsoon advances; what travellers need to know | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

IMD warns of heavy rain and storms across these Indian states as monsoon advances; what travellers need to know | - The Times of India

India braces for widespread monsoon activity, with heavy rains, storms, and strong winds expected across southern and northeastern regions. Popular tourist spots face potential disruptions like low visibility and landslides. Meanwhile, northern India expe

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Booking.com CTO: The New Bottleneck Is Teamwork skift.com

Booking.com CTO: The New Bottleneck Is Teamwork

Code-writing used to be an engineering bottleneck, but now that AI can write code in minutes, the new roadblock is team collaboration.

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Priceline at Skift Data + AI Summit skift.com

Priceline at Skift Data + AI Summit

The Skift Takeaway Skift Data + AI Summit Data Lessons from Deploying Consumer-Facing AI SEJAL AMIN, Chief Technology Officer, Priceline Moderated by Sean

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Booking.com at Skift Data + AI Summit skift.com

Booking.com at Skift Data + AI Summit

The Skift Takeaway Skift Data + AI Summit Are You Operating AI or Just Deploying It? VIPUL HINGNE, Interim Chief Technology Officer, Booking.com Moderated

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Expedia Tech Exec on Build Versus Buy: Keep Customer Data Close skift.com

Expedia Tech Exec on Build Versus Buy: Keep Customer Data Close

Expedia Chief Product Officer Shilpa Ranganathan thinks it's important to build internally anything that touches customer data.

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Meghna Maharishi Archives - Skift skift.com

Meghna Maharishi Archives - Skift

Meghna Maharishi is Skift's Airline Reporter, where she covers everything from loyalty programs to policy-making in Washington, D.C.

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Amex GBT and TUI Group at Skift Data + AI Summit 2026 skift.com

Amex GBT and TUI Group at Skift Data + AI Summit 2026

The Skift Takeaway Skift Data + AI Summit 2026 The AI Ownership Problem Nobody Has Solved Yet John Sturino, Senior Vice President of Travel Products and

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This state in the U.S. has the most active volcanoes; no it's not Hawaii - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

This state in the U.S. has the most active volcanoes; no it's not Hawaii - The Times of India

Volcanoes are probably one of the most mysterious wonders on the planet. The United States is home to the most dramatic volcanoes and Hawaii is the st.

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Expedia Group at Skift Data + AI Summit 2026 skift.com

Expedia Group at Skift Data + AI Summit 2026

The Skift Takeaway Skift Data + AI Summit 2026 What to Scale, What to Stop, and Who Decides? Shilpa Ranganathan, Chief Product and Technology Officer,

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Grand Voyager | Exploring Belgrade | Euronews euronews.com

Grand Voyager | Exploring Belgrade | Euronews

From fortress views to Danube escapes, Belgrade is a city of striking contrasts. Join Lilly Douse as she uncovers its vibrant spirit.

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10 rare snakes found in the Amazon rainforest and what travellers should know timesofindia.indiatimes.com

10 rare snakes found in the Amazon rainforest and what travellers should know

The Amazon Rainforest is one of the most fascinating and mystical places on earth hiding many rare species, including snakes. The largest tropical rainforest on the planet, stretching across nine South American countries is a biodiversity hub where snakes

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Most Indians have never heard of Gandikota—so why is it suddenly on everyone's bucket list? | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Most Indians have never heard of Gandikota—so why is it suddenly on everyone's bucket list? | - The Times of India

Discover Gandikota, Andhra Pradesh's 'Grand Canyon of India,' a geological marvel carved by the Pennar River. This ancient 'Rock Fort' blends breathtaking gorge views with the rich history of its 13th-century fort, showcasing arch

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Want to live off-grid? This remote Scottish island with cabin could be yours for €405,000  | Euronews euronews.com

Want to live off-grid? This remote Scottish island with cabin could be yours for €405,000 | Euronews

The rugged private island, complete with a solar-powered cabin, is going under the hammer for less than the average UK house price. Tucked away in Scotland’s remote Summer Isles, it offers a rare chance to own an off-grid escape in one of the country&#039

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Meliá and Iberostar quit Cuba: Trump's ultimatum leaves Spanish hotel groups under pressure | Euronews euronews.com

Meliá and Iberostar quit Cuba: Trump's ultimatum leaves Spanish hotel groups under pressure | Euronews

Meliá has announced that it is halting operations at 15 Cuban hotels. Iberostar did so on 1 June at 12 hotels, bowing to US sanctions on Gaesa, the military group controlling tourism.

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Who Really Holds Your Travel Money Before You Travel skift.com

Who Really Holds Your Travel Money Before You Travel

Travel companies have built a banking-like float system around consumer prepayments and the scale is now too large to ignore.

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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 timesofindia.indiatimes.com

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 timesofindia.indiatimes.com

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 euronews.com

‘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.

Jun 03, 2026 Read more →
MakeMyTrip's New Influencer Play: Relevance Over Reach skift.com

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 hindustantimes.com

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 euronews.com

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 euronews.com

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 hindustantimes.com

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 timesofindia.indiatimes.com

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 timesofindia.indiatimes.com

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

Jun 03, 2026 Read more →
Backpacks and luggage picks that are spacious yet small enough for your weekend trips | Travel hindustantimes.com

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 hindustantimes.com

'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 euronews.com

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 euronews.com

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 timesofindia.indiatimes.com

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 timesofindia.indiatimes.com

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

Jun 03, 2026 Read more →
After Sonder's Collapse, Francis Davidson Returns With an AI Travel Agent skift.com

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.

Jun 02, 2026 Read more →
Iran War Drives Middle East Tourism Slump skift.com

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.

Jun 02, 2026 Read more →
5 national parks in the USA perfect for wildlife lovers and the best time to visit them timesofindia.indiatimes.com

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

Jun 02, 2026 Read more →
From Phrygian kings to modern diplomacy: Ankara’s rise as a global cultural crossroads | Euronews euronews.com

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.

Jun 02, 2026 Read more →
Forget flying: Why more travellers are combining luxury cruises with iconic rail journeys | Euronews euronews.com

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.

Jun 02, 2026 Read more →
Where to see the Sleeping Buddha that everyone is talking about? Everything travellers need to know | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

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

Jun 02, 2026 Read more →
Record Seaweed Levels Are Hitting Caribbean Beaches — Hotels Are Cutting Prices skift.com

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

Jun 02, 2026 Read more →
From Shiva's Kashi to Krishna's Dwarka: 10 Indian cities and their patron deities timesofindia.indiatimes.com

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 timesofindia.indiatimes.com

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.

Jun 02, 2026 Read more →

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