Author: Travel and Tourism Desk

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced plans to bring the Hyatt Place brand to Bhuj, marking its first hotel in this historic city of Gujarat. The new hotel, Hyatt Place Bhuj, is under development by Primitive Property LLP and is set to open in 2029. It will be located on a 7,500-square-meter site, aiming to blend comfort, innovation, and style for modern travelers. Bhuj, known as the gateway to the Kutch district, is rapidly emerging as both a corporate and cultural hub. Hyatt Place Bhuj aims to meet the demands of multitasking guests by offering 125 thoughtfully designed guestrooms, combining comfort…

Air travel in India is about to get a lot more passenger-friendly. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), India’s aviation regulator, has proposed major changes to how airlines handle ticket cancellations and refunds. The move aims to protect flyers from unfair charges, hidden conditions, and long refund delays that have long frustrated travellers. A new chapter for air travellers Every day, thousands of passengers in India book flights for work, family visits, or holidays. But a sudden plan change, a medical issue, or an emergency often forces them to cancel or reschedule. Many end up losing a big part…

Turkish Airlines, the carrier flying to more countries than any other airline, has secured a landmark financing deal with the Bank of China. The five-year facility, worth 2.9 billion Chinese Yuan (approximately USD 412 million), will support the airline’s fleet expansion, business growth, and infrastructure projects at Istanbul Airport. The deal, arranged by Bank of China Turkey A.Ş. and coordinated with BOC Macau, strengthens financial cooperation between Türkiye and China while diversifying Turkish Airlines’ funding sources. Assoc. Prof. Murat Şeker, Chief Financial Officer of Turkish Airlines, said, “We are pleased to deepen our collaboration with Bank of China through this…

A new era of fast travel The journey from Delhi to Dehradun has long been known for its traffic, potholes, and endless delays. Travellers often spent six hours or more covering just 250 kilometres. Now, India’s new Delhi–Dehradun Expressway is set to change that story. Once completed, the expressway will cut travel time to just two and a half hours, offering a faster, smoother, and safer route to the hills of Uttarakhand. A landmark infrastructure project The Delhi–Dehradun Expressway is being built under the Bharatmala Pariyojana, one of India’s largest road development programmes. The six-lane greenfield expressway will stretch about…

IRCTC’s Tejas Express Redefines Indian Rail Travel with Dynamic Fares and Modern Amenities India has marked a new milestone in its railway modernization efforts with the launch of its first privately operated passenger train, the Tejas Express, now running between Delhi and Lucknow. Managed by the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), this initiative represents the government’s move toward greater corporate participation in passenger services — aiming to deliver efficiency, punctuality, and improved passenger experience. The Tejas Express introduces a new benchmark in comfort and convenience. It offers dynamic ticket pricing, with fares ranging from ₹1,679 for AC Chair…

Paytm, India’s leading full-stack merchant payments and financial services company, has announced the launch of its ‘Paytm Travel Diwali Carnival Sale’. The festive campaign aims to make holiday travel more affordable and rewarding for millions of Indians heading home or planning getaways this Diwali season. The special sale brings attractive offers — up to 15% off on domestic flights, 10% off on international flights, and up to 20% off on bus bookings. Travelers can also buy a Travel Pass for ₹899 using the code ‘PassDiwali’, which includes free cancellation and travel insurance. To enhance the festive savings, Paytm has partnered…

India’s railway network is gearing up for a major leap in modernization as the government prepares to launch the Vande Bharat 4.0 within the next 18 months. The upcoming version promises to redefine speed, comfort, and passenger experience — marking another milestone in India’s journey toward world-class rail travel. From Vande Bharat 3.0 to 4.0: The Evolution Since the introduction of the first Vande Bharat train in 2019, this series has become a symbol of India’s innovation and efficiency. The current Vande Bharat 3.0 trains already feature modern amenities, smooth acceleration, and superior comfort. But the upcoming 4.0 model is…

નામ જૂનાગઢ કિલ્લો, પરંતુ સ્થાન બિકાનેરમાં! હા, આ કિલ્લાનું ગુજરાતના જૂનાગઢ શહેર સાથે કોઈ સંબંધ નથી. બિકાનેરના હૃદયસ્થાને આવેલો આ કિલ્લો રાજસ્થાનની ઐતિહાસિક ગૌરવગાથાનું પ્રતિક છે. તેનું મૂળ નામ ‘ચિંતામણિ કિલ્લો’ હતું, પરંતુ જ્યારે શાસક પરિવાર વીસમી સદીની શરૂઆતમાં લાલગઢ મહેલમાં સ્થાયી થયો, ત્યારે આ કિલ્લો જૂનાગઢ તરીકે ઓળખાવા લાગ્યો. જૂનાગઢ એટલે જૂનો કિલ્લો. બિકાનેરના અન્ય કિલ્લાઓની સરખામણીએ આ કિલ્લાની વિશેષતા એ છે કે તે જમીન પર સ્થિત છે, પહાડ પર નહીં. છતાંય, તેની સુરક્ષા વ્યવસ્થા એટલી મજબૂત હતી કે કોઈ પણ આક્રમણકારી તેને જીતવામાં સફળ થયો નહીં. 986 મીટર લાંબી દીવાલો અને 37 બુરજો ધરાવતા આ કિલ્લાનું બાંધકામ સન…

This Diwali, traveling to your hometown just got a lot more affordable. Several airlines, including Air India and IndiGo, are offering special discounted fares for domestic flights, making it easier for families to reunite and celebrate the festival together. Tickets are now available starting from as low as ₹1,499 on selected routes, giving travelers a chance to save while flying home for the holidays. The festive season is traditionally one of the busiest times for domestic travel in India, and millions of people are planning trips to their hometowns. Airlines have introduced these offers to cater to the high demand,…

Traveling by train in India is about to get a lot more convenient. The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has announced a new rescheduling feature that allows passengers to change their travel dates without paying any cancellation fees. This move is set to make train travel far less stressful, especially for those who have last-minute changes in their plans. Until now, canceling or rescheduling a train ticket often meant losing money. Passengers had to pay hefty cancellation charges, which added to the stress of travel. Now, with this new policy, travelers can reschedule their journey online, paying only…