World Tourism Day returns to focus on the future. As the sectors recovery gets underway and building on unprecedented political and public recognition for the sector, UNWTO will highlight the opportunity to rethink how we do tourism. This means putting people and planet first and bringing everyone from governments and businesses to local communities together around a shared vision for a more sustainable, inclusive and resilient sector. Edited & Published by Shailendra Kesari • wwwsafariplus co in • Email shailendra@safariplus co in • September October 2022 • Vol: 24 Issue: 1 a first of its kind networking group for the women in Travel and Hospitality Industry. It is the open group on facebook and B2B connect on whatsapp. The group is founded by Ms. Parul Kesari, Editor-in-Chief, Safari Plus with a vision to unite and give a platform to women in travel community and connect with the like minded women colleagues. Become the part of the growing group connect with Ms. Parul Kesari - parul@safariplus.co.in https://www facebook.com/TravelHeels ANNIVERSARY
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The event ended with a vote of thanks given by Joint Director of DoT, Dr. Dhananjay Sawalkar
The Rs 10-crore project is jointly implemented by the Tourism and the Scheduled Tribe Development departments. It is aimed at setting up a permanent platform to showcase the diverse tribal traditional knowledge and heritage as well as to enhance the livelihood options of tribal communities, Wayanad Sub-collector Ms R. Sreelakshmi,whoisalsothepresidentoftheEnUruCharitableTrust,said.Theproject isexpectedtoprovidedirectemploymentto50peopleandindirectjobopportunities tonearly1,000.“Wearealsoplanningtosetupalasershow,”MsSreelakshmisaid.
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Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has appointed Mr Isada Saovaros as the Director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand Mumbai Office, effective August 1st, 2022, responsible for westernandsouthernIndiaaswellas SriLankaandtheMaldives. Prior to joining the India office, Mr Saovros was the Director of Trat province. With over 23 years of experience Mr Saovaros is well versedwiththetravelindustry
“I am looking forward to working closely with trade partners and media in this region to make sure Thailand remains one of the top overseas destinations in the Indian market,” "We are aiming that the numbers will hit 500,000 bythe end of the year" Mr IsadaSaovarosadded. According to the Thailand Tourism Ministry data, the country recorded over 300,000 IndianarrivalsbetweenJantoJuly2022,rankingIndiaintop5tourismmarkets.
Mr. Isada Saovaros appointed as the Director of Tourism Authority of Thailand Mumbai En Uru, Kerala’s First Tribal Heritage Village, Opens 50 tour guides ready to showcase Maharashtra
The first tribal heritage village in Kerala named En Uru has been opened at Pookode in the Wayanad district. It has been set up on 25 acres on the slope of a hillock at Pookode. A tribal market, a centre with 10 prototype tribal huts, rain shelter, toilet block, landscape works, art and crafts workshop, shop to introduce tribal medicines to tourists, cafeteria, amphitheatre to showcase tribal art forms,heritagepathway,andchildren’sparkhavebeensetup.
Principal Secretary, Tourism, Valsa Nair Singh said, “This venture, piloted by the Directorate of Tourism (DoT) addresses the shortage of certified guides. The new guides with the requisite training and background will boost Maharashtra Tourism apartfromopeningupnewemploymentopportunities”
Shri Mangal Prabhat Lodha, the developer and Malabar Hill MLA for BJP to holds Tourism, Skill Development & ShriministriesWEntre-preneurship,omen&ChildDevelopmentincabinetofMaharashtraChiefMinisterEknathShinde
Tourism Minister Mr P.A. Mohammed Riyas said the heritage and culture of the tribespeople would be conserved and their traditional knowledge showcased to an international audience. Mr Riyas said the En Uru project would set a model for the sector,andbeabigstepinthetourismmapofthestate.
Maharashtra Tourism department felicitated 50 successful candidates, who have cleared the online IITF Tourism Facilitator Certification Programme Principal Secretary, Tourism, Valsa Nair Singh, Director of the Directorate of Tourism (DoT) Milind Borikar and Joint Director of DoT Dr Dhananjay Sawalkar, were present during the event. A day-long training programme was organized in which the candidates were trained on responsible, sustainable, heritage and adventure tourism.Afterthetraining,anexaminationwasconductedtotesttheirknowledgeon the aforementioned verticals of tourism in Maharashtra, as now they will be performingthedutiesoftourguidesatstatelevel. Milind Borikar said, “I am glad that all the 50 candidates are present here today and appreciate their dedication So far, offline tour guide training programmes have been implementedat15differentlocationsinthestateinwhichatotalnumberof450guides have been trained and, are ready to hit the ground However, this is the first time that thesuccessfulcandidatesofIITFTourismFacilitatorCertificationProgrammehavebeen providedone daytrainingbytheMaharashtraTourismDepartment
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Karnataka Tourism Roadshow at Chennai, Hyderabad & Visakhapatnam
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Mr T Venkatesh, IAS, Director, Department of Tourism said, “Karnataka is home to a large and exciting portfolio of globally acclaimedtouristattractionslikeUNESCOWorldHeritagesites, splendid wildlife and resplendent nature, virgin beaches etc. It is an around the year tourist destination. The roadshow series will provide impetus to domestic inbound travel and would enhance the marketing efforts of Karnataka Tourism to promote the state's destinations to prospective tourists and thetraveltradeofChennai,Hyderabad&Visakhapatnam."
With an aim to increase domestic footfalls
Karnataka Tourism's main objective behind the event was to promote the state as a tourist attraction for leisure tourism, MICE - meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions, adventure and wildlife tourism and as a wedding destination.
the Department of Tourism, Government of Karnataka along with Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation Ltd (KSTDC) organized Roadshows at The Westin Chennai Velachery (8th August), The GreenPark-Begumpet (10th August) & Novotel Varuna Beach (11th August) respectively to promote tourist places, hotels, resorts, homestays. The roadshow brought togetherdifferentaspectsofKarnatakatourismsuchasnature, wildlife,adventure,pilgrimage,heritage,andmanymore.
Mr G. Jagadeesha, IAS, Managing Director, Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation said, “Karnataka with its diverse range of tourism products is fast emerging as one of themostinterestingandproductivestatesforbothleisureand business travel. Domestic tourism being the backbone of the tourism economy has a lot of potential which needs to be tapped. Post-pandemic, these roadshow activities will be an excellentoccasionforourstakeholderstorenewcontactswith thetravel-tradeaswellastourists'.”
The roadshow had B2B interactions and presentations, and the stakeholders exhibiting at the roadshow - Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation, Jungle Lodges & Resorts, Intersight Tours & Travels Pvt Ltd, Travelpro Holiday, TGI Hotels & Resorts, The Quorum Hotel, Royal Rich County, Skyway International Travels, Hilton And Hilton Garden Inn, Embassy Manyata Business Park, Welcomheritage Shivavilas Palace - Hampi, Trivik Hotels And Resorts Pvt. Ltd., Gamyam AlignYourselfClassicalAyurveda&YogaRetreat,Mookanana Resort, Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd, Swastya Ayurveda, Birchwood Retreat, Tamara Leisure Experiences Pvt Ltd & many more. This exclusive B2B Roadshow had over 20 stakeholders from Karnataka and many discerning trade partnersateachcity
KSTDCisthenodalagencytoconducttheroadshowsinvarious citiesofIndia.Thestatealsooffersanavidtraveleravastrange of tourism landscapes such as archaeology, religion, ecotourismandhandicrafts.
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SouthGoa Kakolem Beach is one of the most isolated and truly wild beaches in whole Goa.ItisalsocalledTigerBeach.Oneofthespectacularfeaturesofthisbeach isasmallspringthatoriginatesnearthebeachandflowshumblyintothesea. Arossim, Cuelim and Cansaulim Beaches all three are difficult to distinguish as they are neighboring and belong to the territory of Cansaulim Village, locatedinSalcetteTaluk(Salcetteregion).
Sinquerim Beach has some scenic views of the Aguada Fort. The clean stretchofgoldensandandtheopenseaemphasizethecharmoftheplace.
Galjibang beach which is one of the cleanest beaches of Goa. Known for its turtle nesting programs. The impeccable view of the pine trees lining up the softgoldensandofthebeach. Not to be missed when in Goa is Goan cuisine specially seafood are the ultimate pleasure for foodies. The local drink Feni, a spirit produced in Goa. The two most popular types of feni are cashew feni and toddy palm feni. One can finally enjoy Goan nightlife, the bars and pubs shall enthrall you with the sound,musiccanexciteyourheartandsoul.
Goa has always been one of the best tourist destination in India. Known for its serene beaches and churches. One recalls Goa for relaxation, sunbath on beaches, water sport activities, alluring nightlife, casinos, carnivals, and the list goes on... But it is also a great repository of varied cultural adapted through Portuguese era to the date. Despite the multi-cultural influences on Goa, the state still boasts of a distinctive culture, which makes the destinationanaffableone. The tiny state has 110 kms coastline and has more than 40 beaches. And whenyouthinkofBeachHolidayyouthinkofwhitesand,palmtress,sunsets, hammock on the beach, seafood and drinks, parties, water sports, massage andyoga...LetscheckoutthebeachyGoaNorth CalangutGoaeBeach, one of the most popular and longest stretched beaches of Goa in Calangute. One can enjoy ample of sports activities & night life. You can also pamper yourself with the Ayurveda Massages and rejuvenate your soulatYogacenters. AshwemBeachisoneofthesecretbeachesofGoa.Theuntouchedbeautyof the place makes it a perfect setting for a day out in the sun. This beach has excellent food and stay options. Though you have plenty of options for restaurants and resorts still the beach remains remarkably empty and undisturbed.Bestplaceforswimmingandsunbathing.
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Patnem Beach is the perfect beach for swimming. The relaxed beach shacks and the host of stalls on either side of the road by the beach, give you the righttasteofholiday Anjuna Beach dotted with palms tress and black rocks, was a well-known destination among hippies in the 1960s. Today it's known for its parties. One can enjoy flea market selling handicrafts, jewellery and food. North of the beachisSt.Anthony’sChapel,anoldchurchwithawhitewashedfacade. Vagator Beach, the beach follows the rave culture with western backpackers all around. Clean and serene it is the beach filled with thrill, music, dance and lotsofforgieners.SomeofthemostfamousOpenAirClubsarelocatedhere.
To the south from Arossim resort you can find two world famous beaches of Utorda and Majorda which are stretching alongside the sea coastline. The distance from Arossim Beach to Margao, the main city of the region is about 12km. Consua Beach is south of Majorda beach a perfect hideaway for sunbathing and relaxing. This beach is mostly deserted helping the place preserve its naturalbeauty Betul Beach is one of the most common places for fishing in Goa. A small lagoon and a simple rivulet that flows into the sea at this beach enhance the exquisitenessofthebeach.
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Kanipakkam At an distance of 60Kms the renowned Varasiddi Vinayaka Temple is situated here The temple is 1000 years old It is believed that Vinayaka incarnated as 'Swambu' here According to Stalapurana, three brother who were deaf, dumb andblindwerediggingawell Atthattimebloodcamefromablackstone Thatblack stone is Vinayaka idol Due to touch of blood, the three brother lost their deformities The idol is growing every year which is manifested in change of ornaments every year There is a strong belief that the wishes of the devotees are fulfilled and hence called Varasiddi The temple is famous for pramanams Many of thepeopleperform'Pooja'fortheirnewvehiclesheretoavoiduntowardincidents
There is a strong belief among the pilgrims that they should pave visit to Padmavathi and seek Her divine blessings before they visit Lord Venkateswara as Tirumaladuringtheirpilgrimage
SriKapileswaraswamiTemple IstheonlytemplededicatedtoLordSivainTirupati It is situated about 3km to the north of Tirupati, at the foot of the Tirumala Hills The sacred waterfall called Kapila Teertham (also known as Alwar Teertham) is located here Annual Brahmotsavams and festivals like Vinayaka Chaturthi, Mahasivaratri, Skanda Shasti and Annabhishekam are performed here with great pomp and splendour Chandragiri This historic place is 12kms from Tirupati A beautiful fort was built in 1000AD and was developed by Saluva Kings of the Vijanagara Empire Raja Mahal and Rani Mahal are fine specimens of architecture (no timber is used in the entire construction) The replicas of the statues of Sri Krishnadevaraya and his consorts (originals inside Tirumala Temple) are kept here The museum inside Raja Mahal has fine collections of bronze and granite sculptures Town buses are available from TirupatiBusStandeverytenminutes
This is one of the rarest Geological facts of our Country and the age of the rock is estimated to be 2500 million years and Geologists compute the age of arch as 1500 million years This is also a rare Geological feature called Eparchean Inconformity This is natural arch is supposed to have formed due to intensified weathering and erosion of stream agon and has with stood the torque of nature This is a Natural Geologicalphenomenon Itslengthis25feetandheightis10feet.
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situatedinthemaintemplecomplexofTirumala
The entrance for darshan is through the Vaikuntam Queue Complex The complex is a series of inter connected halls that leads to the main temple An efficient queue system ensures that pilgrims move in an orderly fashionthroughtheQueueComplex,towardsthemaintemple Places
The ancient and sacred temple of Lord Venkateswara is located on the seventh peak of Saptagiri, Venkatachala (Venkata Hill) of the Tirupati Hill, and lies on the southern banks of Sri Swami Pushkarini It is by the Lord's presidency over Venkatachala, that He has received the appellation, Venkateswara (Lord of the VenkataHill)
Sri Govindarajaswami Temple
Around Tirupati
According to temple legend as Goddess Mahalakshmi emerged on the golden lotus as Padmavathi Devi located at the centre of Padmasarovaram thetempletank
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The mythological location on the outskirts of Tirupati known as honeymoon spot of Lord Venkateswara and his consort Goddess Padmavati is also known for promoting marriages in a big way Legend says the Lord Venkateswara and Padmavati spent six months in the Ashram of Agasthyeswara after their wedding at Tiruchanoor They spent six months in the forest abutting the swarnamukhi Kalyanai BhimasangamambeforeleavingforTirumala
The Hill shrine of Lord Venkateshwara at Tirumala is believed to have been in existence evidence by the fact there is a reference in Rig Veda and Asthadasa
The temple has its origins in Vaishnavism, an ancient sect which advocates the principles of equality and love, and prohibits animal sacrifice The sanctum sanctorum which houses the awe inspiring idol of the Lord of the Seven Hills is
The shrine was consecrated by Saint Ramanuja This temple is situated in the heart of the temple town It’s main deity, Lord Sri Govindraja here is seen in a reclining posture The earliest records belongs to the year 1235 A D An inscription of 1456 AD states that Govindaraja, Sridevi and BhudeviweregivenaholybathwithwaterobtainedfromatankbuiltbyRamanuja
HeisalsocalledtheLordoftheSevenHills
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Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple Tiruchanoor, is one of the oldest pilgrim towns located 5km away from Tirupati, is abode of Goddess Sri Padmavathi Devi, the beloved consort of Lord Venkateswara This pilgrim centre is popularly known as “Alarmelmangapuram” (Alar Lotus, Mel top, Manga Goddess, Puram town) or Alimelumangapuram
Sila Thoranam This is a rare Geological Rock Arch This is only one of its kind in the whole of Asia Only two other such Arches are known to exist in the world, namely theRainBowArchofUltahinUSAandArchcutthroughtheRadiantQuartziteinU K
Puranas In these epics, Sri Venkateswara is described as the great bestower of boons
Vaikuntam Queue Complex
Sri Kalyana Venkateswara temple
Mahansar railway station and Bissau railway station are the nearest railway stations to Mahansar Hadoti Hadoti, once called as Bundi Kingdom includes districts of Bundi, Baran, Jhalawar and Kota. Hadoti sparkles during festive season when the region celebrates Deepawali, Holi, Gangaur, Teej, Janmashtami and Makar Sankranti. Hadoti represents Rajasthan in vibrant colors by celebrating festivals in great enthusiasm. If you're fond of bird-watching you must visit Hadoti as Hadoti is famously known as a 'paradise for migratory birds'. Migratory birds from neighboring China and Europe flock to Hadoti and make a homeland for sometime during their migration phase. Districts of Hadoti such as Kota, Baran, Jhalawar and Bundi are blessed with abundant greenery and thick forests. Your time spend here will enrich yourtravelexperienceaswellaswidenyourknowledgehorizon. How to get there? Kota, the district in Hadoti is connected to all cities and towns and hence,youmaygetintherebytrainasmostofthetrainspassbyKota.Fromthereyou canhirealocaltransporttotourotherplacesinHadoti.
Enough of attention is given to Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur and Jaisalmer These places have been visited, talked and printed in various mediums but Rajasthan has these several tiny places which seem to be undiscovered and unaffected by the rush of tourists However, these places too deserved to be visited by the tourists We have summed up some of the exotic places to visit in Rajasthan before setting a foot again in Jaipur or Jaisalmer Kumbhalgarh Fort, Udaipur There is an unexplained fun to visit forts. One of the important forts in Rajasthan is Kumbhalgarh Fort unfolds the unseen part of Rajasthan. The fort is surrounded with thirteen elevated mountain peaks and known as the second longest wall in the world after 'the Great Wall of China'. This feature of the fort makes itself prominent enough to visit. The fort also has a famous palace besides it known as 'Badal Mahal'. In addition, Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is anothertouristattractionthatisspreadacross578kminarea. Howtogetthere?
The nearest airport is Sanganeer airport and you may catch up a train that runs on a regular basis to Churu Junction Good news is that you can get regular buses from majorcitiestoMandawa Mahansar MahansarisavillageintheShekhawatiregioninRajasthan,India.Themainattraction of this village of Shekhawati is the Royal Heritage Liquor The Mahansar fort, Narayan Niwas Palace, and Sone-Chandi Ki Dukaan are the places to watch out for The havelis have intricate designs and paintings of scenes from the Ramayana, incarnations of Vishnu and the life of Krishna. The ceilings depict the rich heritageandartofRajasthan. Howtogetthere?
Ravishing Rajasthan
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The nearest airport to Kumbhalgarh is Udaipur which is located 85 km from it. Your bestbetcouldbebookingaprivatecabfromUdaipurtoreachKumbhalgarh. Mandawa, Jaipur Mandawa is a plac e adorned with huge havelis and breathtaking paintings of folk, social, religious and historical themes on the walls Mandawa is commonly referred as 'Open Air Art Gallery' TheMandawaCastleisahistoricalbuildingwhichiswortha visit reminiscing the rich culture of Rajasthan. The city is away 190 kms to Jaipur and thistimeinsteadofJaipuryou'llenjoyyourtriptoMandawa. Howtogetthere?
You discover a huge difference in life when you connect to Nature, and in returns Nature gives you back in abundance.Onesuchexperienceisadmiringtheroaringwildlife.Andfortheamazing sightingofwildlife,Gujaratwillnotleaveyoudisappointedonyourvisit. Gir, abode of the Asiatic lion, is a unique and vibrant ecosystem in India’s western coast. Located in the Saurashtra peninsula of the Gujarat state, Gir Forest (Gir National Park & Sanctuary) ecosystem takes legitimate pride in saving rare and endangeredmajesticAsiaticlionsfromthethresholdofextinctionatthebeginningof the 19th century A diverse assemblage of more than 600 species of wild flora and wild fauna, including 41 mammal species, 47 reptile species and over 300 resident and migratory bird species,gives serene and fascinating experiencesto the visitors in the vast swaths of forest. The presence of rolling hills and rivers originating from it makes it look more enigmatic. One can witness the tints and hues of Gir forest in differentseasons,whichgivesanaltogetherdifferentexperience.Ithashadtheglory ofbeingoneofthebestwildlifeareasinIndia. The gypsy safaris in Gir forest offer an unforgettable experience to visitors to witness the pristine wilderness. The safari gypsies' roams on the thoughtfully laid downwildernesstracksthatgiveaglimpseofthediversefloraandfaunaofGirforest. Itoffersarangeofscheduleddeparturesthatareledbyatrainedeco-guide.Theecoguides will make your wilderness safari seamless and interpretive. Only a maximum ofsixvisitors(plusonechildbetween3-12years)areallowedineachgypsy This forested, hilly, 1412 sq km sanctuary about halfway between Veraval and Junagadh is the last refuge of the Asiatic lion. Taking a safari through the thick, undisturbed forests is a joy – even without the added excitement of spotting lions, otherwildlifeandmyriadbirdspecies.Accesstothesanctuaryisbysafaripermitonly, bookableinadvanceonline. If you miss out on a permit, your other option for lion encounters is at the Devalia Safari Park, a fenced off part of the sanctuary where sightings are guaranteed but more stage-managed.
Gir, Gujarat
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Best time to visit: in winter from November to March
Per person cost Rs 800 on weekdays and Rs 1000 on weekends The permit doesn't include the Guide charge (Rs. 400 only) and Gypsy charge (Rs. 2000 only), whichmustbepaidseparatleytorespectiveGuidesandGypsyvehicleowners.
12 kms west of Sasan Gir village at Devalia, within the sanctuary precincts, is the Gir Interpretation Zone, better known as simply Devalia. The 4.12-sq-km fencedoff compound is home to a cross-section of Gir wildlife. Chances of seeing lions and leopards here are guaranteed, with 45-minute bus tours departing along the trails hourly Youmayalsoseefoxes,mongoose,andblackbuck–thelatterbeinglionfodder
Note: Safari trip is 100% online booking at https://girlion gujarat gov in
Brief History: The sanctuary was set up in 1965, and a 259 sq km core area was declared as a national park in 1975. Since the late 1960s, lion numbers have increasedfromlessthan200to674(Census2020).
Abode of Asiatic Lion
T h e sanctuary's 37 other mammal species, most of which have also increased in numbers, include dainty chital (spotted deer), sambar (large deer), nilgais (blue bull / large antelopes), chousinghas (four-horned antelopes), chinkaras (gazelles), crocodiles and rarely seen leopards. The park is a great destination for birders too, with more than 300 bird species, most of the residents. While the wildlife has been lucky, more than half the sanctuary's human community of distinctively dressed maldhari (herders) have been resettled elsewhere, ostensibly because their cattle and buffalo were competing for food resources with the antelopes, deer, and gazelles, while also being preyed upon by the lions and leopards. About 1000 people still live in the park, howevertheirlivestockaccountsforaboutaquarterofthelionsdiet.
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The new Jharkhand tourism policy includes having strategic joint ventures with private tour operators for setting up tourist packages and services, upgrading the tourist information centres (TICs) and conducting a detailed assessment of tourism potential of every district. It also includes the involvement of experts in planning and executing“masterplans”forthedevelopmentoftourismcircuitsandtourism-related Theprojects.strategy of the new policy includes conducting effective public awareness campaigns, particularly among the tribals, organising buyer-seller meetings to market the tourism products effectively and training all the stakeholders in tourism
promotion, marketing and tourism-related services. The key aspects of the policyfocusonprovidingcivicamenitiesandadoptingwaysforbeautificationof sitessuchasDeoghar,Parasnath,MadhubanandItkhori
Asinglewindowsystemhasbeencreatedforinvestmentsandincentives.
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TheChiefMinisterhastalkedaboutprovidingspecialpackagestotheinvestors under this newtourismpolicyof Jharkhand, under whichthestategovernment will give a special package to the investors. At the same time, investors are also being given a variety of incentives, under which the following benefits will be given:
Jharkhand Tourism Policy
The new tourism policy will include activities like promotion of adventure tourism activities like paragliding, water sports, rock climbing, gliding etc. There are plans to develop dams like Tilaiya, Masanjor, Chandil, Patratu, Getalsud, Kellaghagh, Kanke, Hatiaforwatersports.
Capital investment is being given 20-25% subsidy up to a limit of Rs 10 crore. Adiscountof75%ofNetSGSTwillbegivenfor5years. Therewillbenostampdutyandelectricitydutyfor5years.
ThereligiousplaceslikeDeoghar,Parasnath,MadhubanandItkhoriwouldbe beautifiedbesidesprovidingcivicamenitiestothem.
To promote eco-tourism, the work of development of Latehar-NetarhatBetla, Chandil Dalma Mirchaiya Getelsud eco circuit is in progress, connecting tourism activities with nature. Rest house facilities will be made available attheseplacesforthetouriststostay Experience of the glorious culture of the state The emphasis is being laid on organizingfoodfestivals,inter-stateculturalprogrammestoshowcasethevibrantand diversecultureofthestate.
Jharkhand Chief Minister Shri Hemant Soren launched a new tourism policy for the state. He announced that National Geographic India has been roped in for an upcomingdocumentaryseriestoboostthestate’stourismsector “Jharkhand is a hidden treasure house of nature, culture and sustainable living. From traces of ancient human civilisation to its picturesque natural beauty, charismatic heritage and the deep-rooted indigenous traditions and communities — it is a place youwillfeelathome,”Sorensaidontheoccasion.
To enhance the potential of rural tourism, the beautification of identified villages, localcuisineandpromotionofrurallifeincludepromotionofrurallife.VillageTourism Committees (VTC) and Rural Tourism Sub-Committee will be constituted in this regard. State's tourism policy will showcase the state's mineral wealth and explore possibilitiesthroughminingtourism.
Special provisions have been made in the policy for women, SC, ST and divyangs.
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The Passion and Crafting of Wine – Ms Komal Somani, Founder and CMO, Resvera Wines invested five years into researching and discovering the nutritional properties of Jamun, henceforth she crafted Jamun wines. She learnt that Jamun is a highly delicate fruit and to preserve the benefits of Jamun in the form of wine gave birth to ‘Resvera in 2015’ The name is derived from Resveratrol, an anti-ageing agent that is richlyfoundinJamun. Resvera Wine has rose red with a tint of purple colour and has a fragrance of Jamun. Thetasteverywell-complimentsthearomaandhasaseductiveappearance.Thedrink wouldpairexquisitelywiththeIndianFood.Thiswinecanbepairedforalloccasionsto makethemelegantanddeservestobeapartofyourgoodtimeswithfriendsorFamily
Nashik is acclaimed as India’s Wine Country and one more brand comes from this region called ‘Resvera Wines’ Making this brand different from others is its core ingredient ‘JAMUN’ Yes, you read it right they have come up with Jamun Wines and thebrandhas2varieties‘PureJamun’and‘JamunLite’ Wine has undergone intensive study over the years and has proven to be an effective elixir Studies have demonstrated that if consumed at a moderate amount can reduce the rates of heart disease. The benefits of the polyphenols from fruits and vegetables are increasingly accepted, and the consensus on wine is developing more slowly in India. Jamun is high in nutritional values and has many health benefits. Jamun's polyphenolic properties are said to be effective in fighting cancer, heart diseases, diabetes,asthma,arthritisandvariousdigestivedisorders.
The Hyatt Regency opens Hyatt Regency Jaipur Mansarovar Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Jaipur Mansarovar. Spread across an area of approximately five acres, property is convenientlylocatedinthescenicsurroundingsofMansarovarinJaipur InadditiontobeingsituatedneartherenownedISKCONtemple,HyattRegencyJaipur Mansarovaralsoofferseasyaccesstoiconiclandmarksandshoppingattractionssuch as Hawa Mahal and World Trade Park. With its rich architecture, vast event spaces, and landscaped gardens, Hyatt Regency Jaipur Mansarovar promises to be the ideal destination for weddings, family holidays, and travelers visiting the state to experiencetherichheritageofJaipur Guestrooms - The 245-room property is spread across two wings – the Royal Wing and the Tower Wing – 34 suites, 65 Royal rooms, 41 Regency Club rooms, 9 Royal Deluxerooms,andfourcategoriesofSuites-includingRoyalMajestic,RoyalPrestige, RoyalDiplomatandthePresidentialSuite.TheTowerWingoffers96StandardRooms and eight Regency Executive Suites. Dining - The North Club, The Royal Bakery and Bar SpecialEvents-Withover53,000squarefeet(5,000squaremeters)offunctional space, the hotel offers thematic indoor spaces for large and private gatherings and expansive outdoor locations with a magnificent backdrop of the hotel. Designed to hostarangeofeventsincludingweddings,corporatemeetings,andsocialgatherings the indoor venues include The Regency Ballroom, The Imperial Room, and The Manor, and the outdoor venues include Navras Bagh and Chauras Bagh.
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Recreation andWellness-TheMuditaSpapresentsawideselectionofIndianandcontemporary spa therapies and treatments. The StayFit Studio offers 24-hour access to dedicated trainers and cardio and strength training equipment. The hotel also features an outdoorswimmingareawithaseparatepoolforchildren.
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Utah because this is where adventure and Utexperienceblendtogetherahhasagreathistoryas well as breathtaking landscape that makes the state equally adventurous and educational for both kids and adults Deepen your connection with your kids with these amazingactivities:
For Animal Lovers – Located about 8 kms from North of Kanab in Angel Canyon is the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary It is an organisation working towards saving homeless animals, providing adoption, spaying/neutering, and educational programs that are perfect for animal and nature lovers. There are four guided tours throughout the day that are free and approximately an hour and a half long. More than 25,000 visitors travel to this Utah animal sanctuary to tour and volunteer each year It's a lifetime's experience that will be etched in your memoryforever Giddy-up'withthecowboys–Visitranches in many parts of Utah where you can avail packages that include horse-riding, cattle driving, stargazing by a campfire and more. From the red rock of Moab to the mountains of Park City, there are a wide variety of ranches that offer lodging and activities that will bring out your inner cowboy or cowgirl. Some examples of ranchesthatareopenyear-roundareSorrel River Ranch in Moab, Zion Mountain Ranch outside of Zion National Park, Cougar Ridge near Capitol Reef National Park and Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch nearBryceCanyonNationalPark. So, pack your bags, and plan that long due familytriptoUtahwithyourkids.
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Slot Canyons - Slot canyons are narrow gorges in soft rocks like Utah's layered sedimentary deposits. Utah is full of slot canyons to explore and there are plenty of family-friendly slot canyons where every member of the family can experience their beauty The longest and deepest slot canyon in Utah is Buckskin Gulch outside of the town of Kanab It goes on for miles and is the longest slot canyon in the USA. Red Hollow in nearby Kanab, Little Wild Horse in the San Rafael Swell, The Narrows in Zion National Park and Willis Creek in Grand Staircase Escalante are a few of the mostfamilyfriendlyslotcanyonsthatyoucanexplorewithaguidebyyourside. ExploringtheworldofDinosaurs–KidswouldjustlovetoseetheQuarryExhibitHall in Dinosaur National Monument, located in the northeast corner of the state near the town of Vernal Here, one can gaze upon the remains of approximately 1,500 bones of different species of dinosaur that were deposited by an ancient stream almost 150 million years ago and naturally arranged by nature itself Along with several places where you can touch real 149 million year old dinosaur fossils, you can learn fascinating facts about how dinosaurs died and other facets of their lives from palaeontologists working there. From there, take Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway that stretches across both Utah and Colorado for additional trips to various fossil quarries, museums, and charming towns to your last stop at Jurassic National Monument's quarry After paying a small fee to enter, explore the densest concentrationofJurassic-ageddinosaurboneseverfoundalongwithacoupleforeasy hikesthereaswell.
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Easy hikes – Utah is known for its breathtaking canyons and national parks. They are all best for families to go for hikes or watch sunsets together Bryce Canyon National Park and Arches National Park offers some of the best and easiest hikes that can be done with kids. There is a large variety of hikes that can be completed in aboutanhourorevenless.
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JR group companies operates total 9 Shinkansen lines connecting almost every part of the country from north to south and publictransportnetworkofmajorcities.
• City Buses: Bus networks in Japan contribute to offering a convenient means of getting around. With a large network of buses in cities, many people take city buses for different purposes such as commuting, shopping, sightseeing, and more. The fare is usually relatively cheap compared to other modes of public transportation and generally used for short trips.
Luggage storage counters can be found at airports and usually charge between 500 and 1000 yen per piece and day, depending on the size of the item. Some larger train stations have manned storage counters too and typically charge about the same for luggage handling. Unlike at airports where luggage can be stored over multiple days,thestoragecountersatstationsoftenrequiresame-daypick-up.
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b. Pasmo – Pasmo is the prepaid IC card and used on trains and buses in the Tokyo metropolitan area and all over Japan (including JR). A special version of Pasmo, called Pasmo passport, is available to foreign tourists. Pasmo Passport is valid for only four weeks,nodepositfeesbutdonotallowforrefunds.Therefore,touristscantopupthis passbasedontheiritineraryandrouteplan.
Is famous for its reliable and fast transportation network
Therearenumerousbusstandsondifferentbusroutesthatconnectthemoreremote areastoo,whichallowpassengerstoreachtheirdestinationsmoreeasilythan taking trains. In addition to the short distance buses, highway buses are quite popular for airporttransfers.
iii Luggage Delivery is a quite popular service in Japan and called as “Takuhaibin” in Japanese Tourists with a lot of luggage can consider Luggage Delivery (takuhaibin) as a means to send their luggage from the airport to a hotel or between hotels, in order to avoid hauling heavy luggage onto crowded trains and up and down stairways You can findthecountersofseveralLuggagedeliverycompaniesinthearrivallobbiesofairports Ifyouintendtosendluggagetoahotel,consultwiththehotelbeforedoingso Country is popular as one of the safest countries in the world. So, feel free to peacefully handover your luggage at the counter and relax, and one can really expect worry-freeandconvenientservicesonbudget
• Subways: Subway is considered as one of the main parts of train networks in Japan. You can easily find subway stations particularly in big cities such as Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Kyoto, Fukuoka, Kobe, Sendai and Yokohama They extensively cover a range of major areas including shopping areas and business districts as well as popular tourist attractions. If you are unsure about the price of a ticket, simply purchase the cheapest one and adjust the fare when you exit at your destination—there are fare adjustment machines next to the ticketgates.
c. Japan Rail Pass – The Japan Rail Pass is cost effective and convenient ticket for traveling by train throughout Japan. It is recommendable using the regional pass in caseoftravelingtoaspecificarea.TheJapanRailPassisforthosewhovisitJapanfrom overseas for sightseeing purpose can only purchaseaticket(*Conditionsapply).The ticket comes in two class types: Green car and Ordinary, valid for 7, 14, or 21 days respectively Duringthevalidperiod,allJR Group lines Shinkansen (Bullet train excluding "Nozomi" and "Mizuho" (both including unreserved seats), special express trains, express trains, semi express trains, ordinary trains and Bus Rapid Transit (for some trains cannot be used),TokyoMonorail,JRWestMiyajima Ferry [Miyajima-Miyajimaguchi], JR bus companylocallinesareunlimitedused.
Japan boasts a great, efficient transportation system to take you almost everywhere around the country comfortably and easily You can use Subway, trains, buses and taxis to move between the tourist areas and for a long-distance trip, one can use Shinkansen and planes. Understanding the different means of transportation and how to use them best prior to your visit, will help you get around the country more easily with confidence and save you time and money! Here is a useful list of the differenttypesofpublictransportationinJapan: Shinkansen (Bullet Train): Shinkansen will certainly be one of the highlights of a trip to Japan for many foreign tourist. Japan was the first in the world to develop fast moving passenger rail transportation system. The sleek trains snake through the country's mountainous regions to a wide range of destinations in the country Currently, Shinkansen maximum operating speed is at 320 Kmph. However, in 2015, Japan’s SCMAGLEV train test (latest technology) have set the world record at 603 Kmph. One of the fastest in the world. For most of the passengers, Shinkansen seems expensive but suitably priced Shinkansen train travel in unrivalled comfort, costs can bereducedbypurchasingoneofavarietyofpasses.
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Getting Around Smoothly: There are variety of options for getting around the Tokyo subway Every station has multilingual ticket machines where you can buy a one-way fare ticket, or you can use a rechargeable IC card to swipe in and out of the ticket gates. Tokyo Metro and Toei Metro have teamed up to offer a subway pass for touriststhatcansaveyousomeyen,aswellasbeingsuperconvenient.
a. Welcome Suica – JR EAST Welcome Suica card is most suited for foreign tourist. It has short validity of 28 days starting from the date of purchase and no deposit is necessary which makes it suitable for foreign tourist. Tourist can use the Welcome Suica for not only the JR East trains but Subways and buses as well. It can also be used to buy cold drinks or coffee from the vending machines and on the train. For traveling in Japan, the Welcome Suica makes a more pleasant trip. To learn more about the W e l c o m e S u i c a , p l e a s e v i s i t : https://www.jreast.co.jp/multi/en/welcomesuica/welcomesuica.html
• Taxis:InJapan,taxisarenotaspopularastheotherpublictransportmeansthatwe introducedbefore,especiallyinbigcitieslikeTokyo.Thisispartlybecausethefarecan be relatively high, but also because you can easily take a train or bus everywhere in the city It’s good to use taxis when there is no train or bus available for example at night or for a short-distance trip. In smaller or more rural areas, taxis are sometimes your only option. Taxis get busy especially at night or weekends, when many people godrinkingwiththeircolleaguesorfriendsafterworkandmissthetrain.
d. Luggage Management – If you are planning to use public transport then it may be difficult for anyone to pull heavy luggage in train, stations or roads and updown stairways. Herewith, we have some specific recommendations to manage the i.same.Coin Lockers comeinvarioussizesandcanbefoundatvirtuallyeverytrainstation and at the entrances to some tourist attractions, but are not always available in large ii.formats.
Former Australian cricket star Brad Hogg has joined the Western Australia (WA) DeputyPremierandMinisterforTourism,theHon.RogerCookMLA,andTourismWA Managing Director Carolyn Turnbull for meetings and engagements in India to promote Australia’s largest state ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup taking place laterthisyear
In the Western Australian Government’s first official visit since 2019, the mission, led by the Deputy Premier, includes ministerial meetings, group briefings, industry roundtables, one-to-one business matching and networking events in Delhi, VijayawadaandChennai. Tostrengthenawarenessandrelations,thismulti-sectorTradeMissionaimstounlock opportunities for Western Australian businesses in India, while promoting Western Australiaasadestinationfortourists,students,events,businessesandinvestment.
To find out more about all that’s on offer in Western Australia, visit wwwwesternaustralia.com.
Western Australia promotes ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Tourism roadshowMalaysiainIndia
Tourism Malaysia continues with its second roadshow to India this year with the Malaysia Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) across four cities from 17th to 24 August 2022. The roadshow kicks off in the city of Visakhapatnam, followed by Kolkata, Kochi and Tiruchirappalli. The mission is headed by the Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, YB Datuk Seri Dr Santhara J.P, together with Malaysia’s tourism fraternity which consists of one (1) Malaysia-based airline, eighteen (16) travelagents,two(2)hoteliers,andone(1)stategovernmentagency India remains and has been one of the top market sources for Malaysia and has contributed 735,309 arrivals (+22%) in 2019. Apart from its objective to instil confidenceamongIndianstofeelsafetovisitMalaysiaonceagain,theroadshowaims to provide a platform for the industry community to steer the tourism sector and returnevenstronger “This is the right time to be back in India, and planning for this roadshow is very opportune. The resumption of scheduled international flights from India coincides with the reopening of Malaysia’s international borders. We are very thrilled to welcome Indian travelers once again to our humble abode,” said Datuk Seri Dr SantharaJ.P Fully-vaccinated travellers can now enjoy quarantine-free travel to Malaysia, and are nolongerrequiredtoundergopre-departureandon-arrivalCOVID-19tests.
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Currently, Malaysian eVISA can be applied online and more than 14,000 seats are offered weekly between India and Malaysia through Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air, AirAsia,IndiGo,andAirIndiaExpress.
Brad and the Deputy Premier highlighted Western Australia’s own “Venue of the Year”- the Perth Stadium, which will play host to many key matches, including India’s gamewithSouthAfricainlessthanfourmonths.
Having nature and culture as two of the prominent drivers is exciting given the abundance of relevant offerings that we have to offer“, added Romit. “From meandering lakes and breath-taking mountains to traditional craftmanship and Bavarian fare – Germany is the ideal place for explorers searching for an easily accessibledestinationwithplentytoseeanddo.”
Germany sees a rise of 214% in Indian tourist
Recognisinganincreaseddemandforexperiencesthisseasonamongvisitorsfromthe Indianmarket,theGNTBisdebutingthebrand-newcampaignshowcasingNatureand cultural tourism in all its facets that focuses on highlighting sustainable tourism attractions and open-air activities. The campaign German.Local.Culture. and Embrace German Nature conveys precisely this peaceful coexistence of generations, traditions and different cultural influences. With the launch of the campaign, GNTB is reflecting authentic, local experiences in urban destinations with the integration of ruralareasandtheirsustainabletourismoffersandnaturalattractions.Withcountless travel events, the campaign also aims to promote Germany as a destination for culturally interested travelers, families and active vacationers in the Indian market. The campaigns for Indian market are a part of the global campaign to promote CulturallyRich,NaturallyBeautiful,Germany Specific to Indian travellers, Germany accounted for 9% of European trips of Indians. 55% of Indian tourists visit Germany for leisure while 38% travel for business. Romit Theophilus, director GNTO said, “Eight hours gate-to-gate and with multiple daily flight routes from India to cities such as Frankfurt, Munich, Stuttgart, Germany has long been favoured by the Indian traveller An increase in travellers is expected this festive period in light of the relaxation of COVID-19 requirements. All travellers can now visit regardless of vaccination status and without the need for a negative test.
With tourism industry making a stark recovery post the pandemic, German National Tourist Office, India has observed an y-o-y increase of 214% in its business. In its annual conference, GNTO, India shared the travel trend analysis (globally and for the Indian Germanmarket).yistopping the charts amongst the best traveldestinationsinEuropeforIndiantravellersfor its scope culture and attraction. As per the Nation Brands Index, Anholt Ipsos Nation Brands Index SM 2021, Germany ranks No. 1 on the Nation Brands Indexforfifthtimeinarow
Singapore Airlines unveiled its all-new flagship SilverKris and KrisFlyer Gold lounges at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 3, following a S$50 million re-design, upgrade, andexpansionproject.Thiswillfurtherenhancetheon-groundcustomerexperience at the Airline’s main hub, and comes as the demand for international air travel from andthroughSingaporetakesoffonceagain.
The Private Room, the First Class section of the SilverKris Lounge, the Business Class section of the SilverKris Lounge, and the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge can collectively accommodatearound1,150customerswithintheir6,100square-metres,translating to30%moreseatsandspace.Thisalsodoublesthecapacitythatwasavailableduring thepandemicwhiletheupgradingworksweregoingon.
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Singapore Airlines unveiled its new flagship SilverKris & KrisFlyer Gold lounges at Changi Airport
2. Smiling Trips & Holidays Pvt Ltd - Head office in Katra (Vaisho Devi) with regional offices in Srinagar, Leh , Dharamshala and Noida the destinations promotedareJammuandKashmir,LehLadakh,HimachalPradeshandGolden TriangleofIndia. The company is headed by Mr Dharun Sharma, also the owner of Hotel Shree Hari Niwas a 03 Star hotel in Katra the gateway to Vaisnodevi and Himgiri resortandspalocatedonthetopofthehillinNaddiMcleodganjDharamshala.
India DMC (A B2B Collaboration) is a group of like minded DMC to come on single platform and market the services offered by these individual pioneered destinations amongst travel and tourism industry professionals and entities only India DMC successfully conducted Road Show in Bhubaneswar (22nd Aug), Raipur (24th Aug), Nagpur (26th Aug), Nashik (27th Aug), Pune (29th Aug) and upcoming events are01stSept-Surat,04thSept-Baroda,09thSept-Rajkot
4. Travelust - Mr Dennis Joy (Director) based in Cochin with a branch office in Bangalore. Travelust - Kerala Destination Management company committed toprovidefinestservice,lookingtogrowBusinesspartnersacrossIndia.
5. AVNI MICE Tourism - Mr Avinash Khanpure (Director) AVNI specialises in MICEandBUSINESSTOURISMproductsacrossIndiaandWorld.
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1. Himalayan Travels, based in Siliguri - Mr Aditya Bothra (Director) promotes the destinations-Darjelling,Sikkim(Entirestate),Assam,ArunachalPradesh,Meghalaya, Manipur,Bhutan.
18 www.safariplus.co.inSeptember - October, 2022 OTOAl (Outbound Tour Operators Association of India) organised a 'Members Meet' evening on 20th August, 2022 at Sofitel, BKC, Mumbai in association with the Saudi Tourism Authority Attended by close to 200 members, the event proved to be an excellent platform not only for OTOAl members to know about “The Kingdom of Saudi “as a upcoming destination for leisure travel butalsoaqualitynetworkingoftraveltrade.
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3. Global Wings (Mr Ashish Jain) promotes - Andaman and Nicobar Islands. HealsoownsHotelandarealsoinvolvedinmanyotherVentures.
TRADE Meet in association with the Saudi Tourism Authority
TAAPI - Networking Event in Surat Travel Agent Association of Pan India (TAAPI) organised a knowledge session ‘Bali Destination’ of its member in Surat. This networking meet was to increase the knowledge of travel agents and to give destination knowledge about Bali, more than 75 travel agents participated in this session. Bali destination was well interpreted by Mr. Piyush Patel from Holiday Sketcher The agents were also acquainted with the newtraveltechnologybyMr NaineshJataniafromGhoomer.com “Destination knowledge is the best weapon for any travel agent and it is most required knowledge to get and we always try sharpen our members with deep product knowledge and in future we will regular arrange this type of seminars,” said, TAAPIPresidentMr VineshShah
The event was well supported by Saudi Tourism Authority India team and they presented the destination with all new dimensions about The Kingdom and educated the travel fraternity on various aspects of Saudis culture, adventure, heritage, cuisine and much more. Saudi has immense potential to attract tourist in the coming yearsandithassomemegaprojectscominguplikeRedSea&Amaalain2023. The destination presentation was followed by interesting Q&A followed by an interactive quiz. It was a great networking evening, attended by some senior membersofMumbaitravelfraternity Riaz Munshi, President, OTOAl said, "We are an Association committed to improving our members' knowledge and expertise and at the same time intend to provide exposure to new and trending outbound destinations from India. Saudi Tourism Authority has always been a religious destination for Indians but now it has emerged as a brilliant tourism destination in the Middle East region. We are happy with our partnership with Saudi Arabia and the success of the event has proved that it was indeedamutuallybeneficialpartnership."
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