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- [ELIVAAS Expands Jim Corbett Portfolio With Five New Properties](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/elivaas-expands-jim-corbett-portfolio-with-five-new-properties/) - Luxury villa and experiential hospitality brand ELIVAAS has added five new properties to its Jim Corbett portfolio, broadening its presence across one of North India's fastest-growing leisure destinations. The additions span a range of accommodation formats, from farm stays and boutique retreats to private villas and full-service resorts. Farm Naturelle offers a luxury farm stay
- [Ranthambore Safari Bookings Hit 40,000 Registrations In Two Hours](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ranthambore-safari-bookings-hit-40000-registrations-in-two-hours/) - Advance safari bookings for Ranthambore Tiger Reserve's upcoming season opened to an extraordinary response, with nearly 40,000 registrations recorded within two hours of the booking window going live on August 1. Of those, around 14,000 were foreign visitors, accounting for close to 40% of total bookings on the first day. Bookings cover safaris between October
- [Heavy Rain Forces Kerala To Close Tourist Destinations Across Districts](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/heavy-rain-forces-kerala-to-close-tourist-destinations-across-districts/) - Heavy rainfall has prompted authorities to shut tourist destinations across several Kerala districts, with the State Disaster Management Authority banning entry at all tourist spots in Kozhikode, Idukki, and Wayanad. Red alerts remain active across nine districts, including Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Thrissur, Malappuram, and Kannur. In Wayanad, all trekking activities, adventure tourism centres, and homestays have
- [Jungle Camps India Enters Bandhavgarh With Palash Kothi Launch](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jungle-camps-india-enters-bandhavgarh-with-palash-kothi-launch/) - Jungle Camps India has expanded its Central India footprint with the launch of Palash Kothi near the Tala Gate of Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh. The 20-cottage property marks the company's fifth resort in the region and its first foray into Bandhavgarh, completing its coverage across four of Central India's most significant tiger reserves
- [Royal Orchid Launches Iconiqa Collection With Vadodara Palace Resort](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/royal-orchid-launches-iconiqa-collection-with-vadodara-palace-resort/) - Royal Orchid Hotels has formally launched its Iconiqa Collection, a curated portfolio of upscale properties defined by individual character and destination-led experiences, with the signing of Laxminarayan Palace Resort in Vadodara as its inaugural entry. Located near the Laxmi Vilas Palace, the 106-room property spans Palace and Heritage wings, combining palace-inspired architecture with contemporary hospitality
- [Boat Services Suspended In Varanasi As Ganga Levels Rise](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/boat-services-suspended-in-varanasi-as-ganga-levels-rise/) - Boat operations on the Ganga in Varanasi have been suspended due to a steady rise in river levels, with authorities citing visitor safety as their primary concern. Water police used loudhailers to direct boatmen to anchor their vessels at the ghats, with boats visible moored along Dashashwamedh, Maa Sheetla, Assi, and several adjoining ghats. The
- [Novotel Debuts in Bhubaneswar With New Hotel](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/novotel-debuts-in-bhubaneswar-with-new-hotel/) - Novotel has entered Odisha with the opening of Novotel Bhubaneswar, marking Accor’s debut in the state capital and introducing the city’s first internationally branded hotel. Designed to cater to business travellers, families and leisure guests, the property blends contemporary hospitality with thoughtfully planned spaces that prioritise comfort, convenience and wellbeing. Strategically located near Biju Patnaik
- [ROHL Unveils Iconiqa Collection With Vadodara Resort](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rohl-unveils-iconiqa-collection-with-vadodara-resort/) - Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. (ROHL) has introduced its new collection brand, Iconiqa Collection, with the launch of Laxminarayan Palace Resort in Vadodara. The move marks the evolution of Iconiqa from a standalone hotel brand into a curated portfolio of upscale properties that celebrate distinctive design, local heritage and destination-led experiences. Developed through a revenue-sharing agreement
- [The Fern Expands Presence in Greater Rann of Kutch](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-fern-expands-presence-in-greater-rann-of-kutch/) - The Fern Hotels & Resorts has expanded its footprint in Gujarat with the launch of Desert Inn Beacon Greater Rann of Kutch, further strengthening its presence in one of India's most sought-after travel destinations. The new property becomes the brand's 37th operational hotel in the state, reflecting its continued focus on regional growth and hospitality
- [Alliance Hotels Adds Sea Princess Mumbai to Portfolio](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/alliance-hotels-adds-sea-princess-mumbai-to-portfolio/) - Alliance Hotels & Resorts has expanded its premium hospitality portfolio with the addition of Mumbai’s renowned Sea Princess Hotel, reinforcing its presence in India’s growing hospitality market. Situated on the iconic Juhu Beach, the recently renovated property features upgraded rooms overlooking the Arabian Sea and offers convenient access to Mumbai International Airport, Andheri and the
- [Teej: Comemorando o amor, a prosperidade e as chuvas](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/teej-celebrating-love-prosperity-and-the-rains/) - O Teej é um festival vibrante e alegre celebrado principalmente pelas mulheres em todo o norte e oeste da Índia, especialmente em Rajastão, Haryana, Uttar Pradexe e em algumas regiões do Nepal. Marcando o início da estação das monções, o Teej celebra a união divina da deusa Parvati e do deus Shiva, simbolizando a felicidade
- [Teej: una festa dedicata all’amore, alla prosperità e alle piogge](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/teej-celebrating-love-prosperity-and-the-rains/) - Il Teej è una festa vivace e gioiosa celebrata principalmente dalle donne in tutta l’India settentrionale e occidentale, in particolare nel Rajasthan, nell’Haryana, nell’Uttar Pradesh e in alcune zone del Nepal. Il Teej, che segna l’inizio della stagione dei monsoni, onora l’unione divina tra la dea Parvati e il dio Shiva, simboleggiando la felicità coniugale,
- [Teej : une fête célébrant l'amour, la prospérité et les pluies](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/teej-celebrating-love-prosperity-and-the-rains/) - Teej est une fête animée et joyeuse célébrée principalement par les femmes dans le nord et l’ouest de l’Inde, en particulier au Rajasthan, dans l’Haryana, en Uttar Pradesh et dans certaines régions du Népal. Marquant le début de la saison de la mousson, Teej rend hommage à l’union divine de la déesse Parvati et du
- [Teej: Ein Fest der Liebe, des Wohlstands und des Regens](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/teej-celebrating-love-prosperity-and-the-rains/) - Teej ist ein lebhaftes und fröhliches Fest, das vor allem von Frauen im Norden und Westen Indiens gefeiert wird, insbesondere in Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh und Teilen Nepals. Teej markiert den Beginn der Monsunzeit und ehrt die göttliche Vereinigung der Göttin Parvati und des Gottes Shiva, die für eheliches Glück, Fruchtbarkeit und Wohlstand stehen. Das
- [Mantra Koodam Launches Diraviyam, A Deep Dive Into Tamil Regional Cuisine](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mantra-koodam-launches-diraviyam-a-deep-dive-into-tamil-regional-cuisine/) - CGH Earth's Mantra Koodam in Kumbakonam has unveiled Diraviyam, a culinary experience dedicated to the lesser-known food traditions of Tamil Nadu's historic cultural regions. While the property's existing restaurant, Annaprasana, has long celebrated Chola Nadu cuisine, Diraviyam turns its attention to Thondai Nadu, Nadu Nadu, Kongu Nadu, and Pandya Nadu, bringing centuries-old recipes and indigenous
- [The Leela Unveils A Forest Sanctuary Retreat In Coorg](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-leela-unveils-a-forest-sanctuary-retreat-in-coorg/) - The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts has given a recently acquired Coorg property a new identity, launching it as The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary. Spread across 76 acres of ancient forest and coffee plantations in the Western Ghats, the retreat joins the brand's growing collection of nature-led destinations as it marks four decades of operations.
- [RARE India Adds An 800-Year-Old Chambal Fort To Its Portfolio](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rare-india-adds-an-800-year-old-chambal-fort-to-its-portfolio/) - A mud fort in the Chambal ravines of Bundelkhand has joined RARE India's curated collection of experiential stays. Fort Rampura in Uttar Pradesh's Jalaun district has been home to the Kachawaha Rajput family for 15 generations, its origins tracing back to the late 13th century when Raja Ram Shah built it as a defensive structure.
- [Madhya Pradesh Forest Permits for the 2026-27 Season Open In August](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/madhya-pradesh-forest-permits-for-the-2026-27-season-open-in-august/) - Wildlife enthusiasts planning a Central India safari this season will want to mark their calendars. Advance permit bookings for Madhya Pradesh's forest reserves will open in two phases: October 2026 permits become available on August 1, while bookings for November 2026 onwards open on September 1, both at 11:00 AM. The permit windows cover some
- [Encalm Hospitality Opens New International Lounge At Hyderabad Airport](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/encalm-hospitality-opens-new-international-lounge-at-hyderabad-airport/) - Encalm Hospitality has launched a new international lounge at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad, adding to its growing airport hospitality presence across India. The lounge has been designed around the idea that the time before a flight need not feel like waiting. Sleeping pods and spa treatments cater to travellers preparing for long-haul journeys,
- [Hilton Debuts Lifestyle Hotel In India With Slohh By Roach Bengaluru](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/hilton-debuts-lifestyle-hotel-in-india-with-slohh-by-roach-bengaluru/) - Hilton has entered India's lifestyle hospitality segment with the opening of Slohh by Roach in Whitefield, Bengaluru, marking the debut of its Curio Collection brand in South Asia. Developed in partnership with Roach Lifescapes, the 221-key property draws its character from the coffee estates and residential traditions of the Western Ghats' Malnad region. The design
- [The Zora Estate Launches As Delhi's New Ultra-Luxury Event Venue](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-zora-estate-launches-as-delhis-new-ultra-luxury-event-venue/) - The Zora Delhi Convention Centre has pre-launched The Zora Estate, a luxury event venue designed by wedding and event designer Abhinav Bhagat within its Open Canvas space at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Lodhi Road. Built for discerning clients seeking something beyond the conventional, the venue is designed to host only nine to ten events annually,
- [Índia introduz declaração de saúde pré-chegada para triagem do ebola](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-introduces-pre-arrival-health-declaration-for-ebola-screening/) - A Índia reativou o portal Air Suvidha 2.0, exigindo que todos os viajantes que chegam ao país preencham um formulário de autodeclaração de saúde antes de se dirigirem ao controle de imigração. A medida segue uma declaração da OMS, em maio, que classificou o surto de ebola causado pelo vírus Bundibugyo na República Democrática do
- [L'India introduce una dichiarazione sanitaria prima dell'arrivo per lo screening dell'Ebola](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-introduces-pre-arrival-health-declaration-for-ebola-screening/) - L’India ha riattivato il portale Air Suvidha 2.0, richiedendo a tutti i viaggiatori in arrivo nel Paese di compilare un modulo di autodichiarazione sanitaria prima di recarsi al controllo immigrazione. La misura fa seguito a una dichiarazione dell’OMS di maggio, che ha classificato l’epidemia di Ebola causata dal virus Bundibugyo nella Repubblica Democratica del Congo
- [L'Inde met en place une déclaration sanitaire préalable à l'arrivée pour le dépistage du virus Ebola](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-introduces-pre-arrival-health-declaration-for-ebola-screening/) - L'Inde a réactivé le portail Air Suvidha 2.0, obligeant tous les voyageurs arrivant dans le pays à remplir un formulaire d'autodéclaration sanitaire avant de se présenter au contrôle de l'immigration. Cette mesure fait suite à une déclaration de l'OMS publiée en mai, classant l'épidémie d'Ebola causée par le virus Bundibugyo en République démocratique du Congo
- [Indien führt eine Gesundheitserklärung vor der Einreise zur Ebola-Untersuchung ein](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-introduces-pre-arrival-health-declaration-for-ebola-screening/) - Indien hat das Portal „Air Suvidha 2.0“ wieder in Betrieb genommen und verlangt nun von allen Reisenden, die im Land ankommen, vor dem Gang zur Passkontrolle ein Formular zur gesundheitlichen Selbsterklärung auszufüllen. Die Maßnahme folgt auf eine Erklärung der WHO vom Mai, in der der durch das Bundibugyo-Virus verursachte Ebola-Ausbruch in der Demokratischen Republik Kongo
- [La India introduce una declaración sanitaria previa a la llegada para la detección del ébola](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-introduces-pre-arrival-health-declaration-for-ebola-screening/) - La India ha reactivado el portal Air Suvidha 2.0, que exige a todos los viajeros que lleguen al país que rellenen un formulario de autodeclaración sanitaria antes de dirigirse al control de inmigración. La medida se produce tras una declaración de la OMS en mayo, en la que se clasificó el brote de ébola causado
- [Teej: una celebración del amor, la prosperidad y las lluvias](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/teej-celebrating-love-prosperity-and-the-rains/) - El Teej es una fiesta llena de vida y alegría que celebran principalmente las mujeres en el norte y el oeste de la India, sobre todo en Rajastán, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh y algunas zonas de Nepal. El Teej, que marca el inicio de la temporada del monzón, rinde homenaje a la unión divina de la
- [Kochi Pins Cruise Hopes On Cordelia As International Calls Stay Slim](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kochi-pins-cruise-hopes-on-cordelia-as-international-calls-stay-slim/) - Kochi's cruise season is recovering slowly, with the Cochin Port Authority confirming 64 port calls for the October 2026 season, including 56 international vessels. The numbers, however, tell a more cautious story. After hosting over 50 international cruise calls in 2024-25, the port received just 13 in 2025-26, as the Red Sea crisis and wider
- [Oberoi Hotels Earns Six Spots In Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/oberoi-hotels-earns-six-spots-in-travel-leisure-worlds-best-awards-2026/) - The Oberoi Group has earned six recognitions in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2026, with two of its properties featuring among the 100 Best Hotels in the World. The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra and The Oberoi, Mumbai both made the global list, while the group swept the top positions across resort and city hotel
- [Taj Hampi Takes Shape With A Landscape Rooted In Vijayanagara Heritage](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/taj-hampi-takes-shape-with-a-landscape-rooted-in-vijayanagara-heritage/) - The upcoming Taj Hampi is emerging as one of the more thoughtfully conceived luxury hospitality projects in India, with landscape design playing as central a role as the architecture itself. Spread across nearly 11 acres in Karnataka, the development dedicates close to 2.5 acres to outdoor spaces shaped by the ecology, terrain, and cultural memory
- [IHCL Opens Vivanta Gurugram In Sector 95A](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-opens-vivanta-gurugram-in-sector-95a/) - IHCL has opened Vivanta Gurugram, a 154-key property in Sector 95A, adding a new address to one of India's most active business corridors. Positioned close to the city's key commercial districts, the hotel caters to both corporate travellers and leisure guests. Three distinct dining and social spaces anchor the food and beverage offering. Mynt serves
- [Teej: Celebrating Love, Prosperity, and the Rains](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/teej-celebrating-love-prosperity-and-the-rains/) - Teej is a vibrant and joyous festival celebrated primarily by women across northern and western India, especially in Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Nepal. Marking the onset of the monsoon season, Teej honours the divine union of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva, symbolising marital bliss, fertility, and prosperity. The festival usually falls in
- [India Introduces Pre-Arrival Health Declaration For Ebola Screening](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-introduces-pre-arrival-health-declaration-for-ebola-screening/) - India has reactivated the Air Suvidha 2.0 portal, requiring all travellers arriving in the country to complete a Health Self-Declaration form before heading to immigration. The measure follows a WHO declaration in May, classifying the Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda as a Public Health Emergency
- [Tandoori Chicken: India’s Iconic Grilled Classic](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tandoori-chicken-indias-iconic-grilled-classic/) - Few dishes capture the flavour and theatre of Indian cuisine quite like Tandoori Chicken. Known for its vibrant colour, smoky aroma and beautifully spiced marinade, this much-loved grilled dish is a favourite across India, from family celebrations and festive meals to restaurant tables and outdoor gatherings. Traditionally, Tandoori Chicken is cooked in a tandoor, a
- [Amar Bose: The Indian-Origin Visionary Who Changed the Way the World Listens](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amar-bose-the-indian-origin-visionary-who-changed-the-way-the-world-listens/) - Some innovators create products. A few change the way people experience the world. Amar Gopal Bose belonged to the second kind. Born in Philadelphia in 1929 to an Indian father, Noni Gopal Bose, and an American mother, Charlotte Mechlin, Amar Bose grew up in a home shaped by resilience, intellect and curiosity. His father, an
- [Bedmi Puri: North India’s Crispy Breakfast Favourite](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bedmi-puri-north-indias-crispy-breakfast-favourite/) - In the rich and flavourful world of North Indian cuisine, Bedmi Puri holds a special place as one of the most loved breakfast classics. Crisp, golden and deeply satisfying, this traditional fried bread is especially popular in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and parts of North India, where it is often enjoyed as a hearty morning
- [TungTao Resort: Arunachal’s Riverside Secret](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tungtao-resort-arunachals-riverside-secret/) - Tucked away in Mimey, Arunachal Pradesh, TungTao Resort is a peaceful riverside escape that brings travellers closer to the untouched beauty of India’s Northeast. Surrounded by flowing water, lush greenery and open skies, this charming retreat feels like a quiet pause from the noise of everyday life. The name “TungTao” carries a beautiful local story.
- [Inside an Assamese Kitchen: A Cultural Cooking Experience](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/inside-an-assamese-kitchen-a-cultural-cooking-experience/) - Step into a local home in Guwahati for a warm, personal introduction to Assamese cuisine, culture, and everyday hospitality. Designed for travelers who want to experience more than a restaurant meal, this hands-on culinary experience offers a closer look at the ingredients, flavors, and traditions that shape daily life in Assam. The experience begins with
- [A New Rhythm of Wellness in South Goa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-new-rhythm-of-wellness-in-south-goa/) - Goa’s quieter southern coastline has welcomed a new sanctuary for mindful travellers with the launch of Villa Raag, a boutique wellness retreat by the Kairali Ayurvedic Group. Set along the serene shores of Agonda Beach, this intimate beachfront hideaway brings together luxury living, Ayurveda-inspired wellness, yoga, meditation, and slow travel in one deeply restorative experience.
- [The Hidden Link: How World War II Shaped India’s Path to Independence](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-hidden-link-how-world-war-ii-shaped-indias-path-to-independence/) - World War II is often recalled for its dramatic battles and geopolitical shifts across Europe and the Pacific. Yet its impact reached far beyond these frontlines, profoundly shaping colonial India’s path to freedom. As Britain diverted its military and economic resources to fight on multiple fronts, vulnerabilities in its grip over India became increasingly apparent.
- [A Thread of Love: Celebrating Raksha Bandhan (28 August 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-thread-of-love-celebrating-raksha-bandhan-28-august-2026/) - Raksha Bandhan is a beloved Indian festival that honors the special bond between brothers and sisters. The name “Raksha Bandhan” means “the bond of protection,” capturing the essence of the day. On this auspicious occasion, sisters tie vibrant, decorative threads called “rakhi” around their brothers’ wrists, symbolizing their love and care. In return, brothers pledge
- [Discover the Magic of Onam: Kerala’s Grand Harvest Festival (16 August to 26 August 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/discover-the-magic-of-onam-keralas-grand-harvest-festival-16-august-to-26-august-2026/) - Immerse yourself in the vibrant and captivating celebration of Onam, Kerala's most significant festival, steeped in tradition, culture, and history. Celebrated in the Malayali month of Chingam (August-September), Onam is a 10-day cultural extravaganza that symbolizes the annual homecoming of the mythical King Mahabali, whose reign is remembered as a time of peace, prosperity, and
- [Sundarbans Remains Closed to Visitors Until August 31](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sundarbans-remains-closed-to-visitors-until-august-31/) - The Sundarbans, the world's largest mangrove forest, remains closed to all entry from June 1 to August 31, as authorities impose the annual ban to protect wildlife, fish stocks, and biodiversity during peak breeding season. The restriction covers tourists, fishermen, and collectors of wood and honey alike. No passes or permits will be issued during
- [Himachal Pradesh Doubles Entry Fees For Wildlife Sanctuaries](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/himachal-pradesh-doubles-entry-fees-for-wildlife-sanctuaries/) - Himachal Pradesh has doubled entry fees across its wildlife sanctuaries under the Wildlife Protection Himachal Pradesh (Amendment) Rules, 2026, which came into effect this week. Indian citizens will now pay Rs 300 per day for entry and photography, up from Rs 150, while foreign nationals will pay Rs 600, double the previous rate. Charges increase
- [AI Tiger Alert System Goes Live In Pench Buffer Zone](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ai-tiger-alert-system-goes-live-in-pench-buffer-zone/) - An AI-powered tiger alert system developed by MARVEL, a special-purpose vehicle of the police department, is now operational across buffer areas of Pench Tiger Reserve and the Nagpur Territorial Forest Division. The Maharashtra government is reportedly considering patenting the technology. The system was first demonstrated in Chargaon village within the Pench buffer zone, where it
- [Sayaji Hotels Enters Wildlife Hospitality With Sasan Gir Retreat](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sayaji-hotels-enters-wildlife-hospitality-with-sasan-gir-retreat/) - Sayaji Hotels has launched The Forest Chapter, a boutique nature retreat near Gir National Park in Sasan Gir, marking the debut of a new sub-brand focused on experiential, destination-led stays across India's wildlife and natural landscapes. The property offers 25 cottages and villas across Premium, Superior, and Suite Villa categories, designed with rustic materials and
- [Star Air Relaunches Hyderabad To Bhubaneswar Flights Via Jharsuguda](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/star-air-relaunches-hyderabad-to-bhubaneswar-flights-via-jharsuguda/) - Star Air has resumed direct services connecting Hyderabad, Jharsuguda, and Bhubaneswar, operating six days a week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The route offers both direct and one-stop connectivity options between Hyderabad and Bhubaneswar. The relaunch strengthens air links between two economically significant regions. Hyderabad remains one of India's leading technology and
- [Niraamaya Life Adds A Wellness Retreat In Bengaluru's Hesaraghatta](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/niraamaya-life-adds-a-wellness-retreat-in-bengalurus-hesaraghatta/) - Niraamaya Life is expanding its wellness portfolio with a new property in Hesaraghatta, around 35 kilometres from Bengaluru, developed in partnership with Himalia Prime Assets. The retreat is designed for travellers seeking restoration, combining indigenous healing practices, longevity-focused programming, and hospitality shaped by the cultural character of the region. Drawing on Karnataka's rural landscapes and
- [Sarovar Hotels Opens Its First Odisha Property In Bhubaneswar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sarovar-hotels-opens-its-first-odisha-property-in-bhubaneswar/) - Sarovar Hotels has made its Odisha debut with the inauguration of Prachi Sarovar Premiere Bhubaneswar, developed in partnership with Prachi Resorts. The opening marks a significant addition to the city's premium hospitality landscape as Bhubaneswar continues to grow as a cultural, business, and tourism destination. The property spans 2.5 acres in the heart of the
- [Summit Hotels & Resorts Expands into Arunachal Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/summit-hotels-resorts-expands-into-arunachal-pradesh/) - Summit Hotels & Resorts has announced its entry into Arunachal Pradesh with the launch of Rungkhung Village Resort in Dirang, further strengthening its presence across the Eastern Himalayan region. Set in the scenic Dirang Valley and overlooking the Kameng River, the boutique resort has been designed as a refined mountain retreat for travellers seeking quieter,
- [Leh's Grand Dragon Hotel Opens A Pan-Asian Restaurant At Altitude](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/lehs-grand-dragon-hotel-opens-a-pan-asian-restaurant-at-altitude/) - Opening a Pan-Asian restaurant at 11,562 feet is not a straightforward proposition. Water boils at a lower temperature, sushi rice behaves differently, and the air itself changes what cooking means. Ryu Oka, meaning Dragon Hill, at The Grand Dragon Ladakh in Leh, is the result of years of travel, months of construction, and three generations
- [Akasa Air Expands India’s Regional Aviation Network with Direct Delhi–Gwalior Flights](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/akasa-air-expands-indias-regional-aviation-network-with-direct-delhi-gwalior-flights/) - The new route strengthens central India’s accessibility, supporting heritage tourism, business mobility, and the growing demand for seamless regional connectivity across emerging Indian destinations. Akasa Air has launched direct flights between New Delhi and Gwalior, marking another strategic step in India’s rapidly evolving regional aviation landscape. The new service is expected to improve accessibility to
- [Ginger Chickpea Salad](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ginger-chickpea-salad/) - Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of India with our Ginger Chickpea Salad. Bursting with vibrant colors and robust aromas, this dish seamlessly blends traditional Indian spices with contemporary freshness. Each bite offers a harmonious fusion of tender chickpeas, zesty ginger, tangy lemon, and aromatic cilantro, creating a symphony of tastes on your palate. This salad
- [Luxury Train Journeys](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/luxury-trains/) - Step into a realm of timeless elegance and unrivaled luxury aboard India's legendary trains, promising a journey steeped in the grandeur of a regal era. Experience the opulence of bygone times as you traverse the vibrant landscapes and cultural tapestries of India's most iconic destinations. Indulge in the splendor of renowned trains such as the
- [Bombay Potato Fishcakes](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bombay-potato-fishcakes/) - Bring a delightful twist to traditional fishcakes with Bombay Potato Fishcakes! Infused with the vibrant spices of Bombay potatoes, these fishcakes are a perfect fusion of flavor and texture. Start by combining mashed potatoes, flaked cooked fish, and a medley of Indian spices like cumin, turmeric, and garam masala. Shape the mixture into patties and
- [Rishikesh Set to Welcome India's First Glass-Floor Bridge Over the Ganga](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rishikesh-set-to-welcome-indias-first-glass-floor-bridge-over-the-ganga/) - Bajrang Setu, billed as India's first glass-floor suspension bridge over the Ganga, is nearing completion in Rishikesh. Located close to the historic Laxman Jhula, the 132-metre structure is currently undergoing technical assessments ahead of its public opening. The bridge features glass-panelled pedestrian walkways on either side and a central lane for light vehicles, offering visitors
- [Jazeera Airways Adds Four New Indian Destinations via Dammam](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jazeera-airways-adds-four-new-indian-destinations-via-dammam/) - Jazeera Airways has expanded its Indian network with the launch of four new destinations: Calicut, Tiruchirappalli, Mangalore and Kannur, all operated via Dammam Airport. The new routes come into effect between April 7 and 14, with twice-weekly frequencies on each sector. The additions bring the airline's total Indian destination count to 12, complementing existing services
- [Sri Lanka Approves Free Visa Facility for Travellers from 40 Countries](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-approves-free-visa-facility-for-travellers-from-40-countries/) - Sri Lanka has taken a significant step to strengthen its tourism sector, with Parliament approving new regulations under the Immigration and Emigration Act to offer a free visa facility for travellers from 40 countries. The move is part of the government’s wider effort to attract more international visitors and make travel to Sri Lanka easier
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- [Air India Scales Back International Routes Through August 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-scales-back-international-routes-through-august-2026/) - Air India has announced a rationalisation of its international network between June and August 2026, citing record-high jet fuel prices and continued airspace restrictions over certain regions. The airline has firmly denied circulating claims that all international flights have been cancelled, calling them false and baseless. Despite the reductions, Air India will continue operating over
- [Mango Kulfi – A Timeless Indian Delight](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mango-kulfi-a-timeless-indian-delight/) - Mango Kulfi – A Timeless Indian Delight Mango Kulfi is a beloved Indian frozen dessert that beautifully blends tradition with tropical flavor. Its origins trace back to the 16th century during the Mughal Empire, where the royal kitchens of Delhi crafted kulfi by slowly simmering milk with pistachios and saffron, then freezing it using a
- [Olive Garden Opens Its First India Restaurant At Delhi's Aerocity](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/olive-garden-opens-its-first-india-restaurant-at-delhis-aerocity/) - Olive Garden has made its India debut with a flagship restaurant at World St., Worldmark Aerocity in New Delhi. Brought to the country by Gourmet Investments Hospitality Group in partnership with Darden International & Franchising, the launch marks the beginning of a planned national rollout for the American-Italian dining brand. The Aerocity location draws on
- [Kairali Ayurvedic Group Launches Boutique Wellness Resort In South Goa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kairali-ayurvedic-group-launches-boutique-wellness-resort-in-south-goa/) - Kairali Ayurvedic Group has entered luxury hospitality with Villa Raag, a six-room beachfront retreat at Agonda Beach in South Goa's Canacona region. The property marks the wellness brand's first foray into boutique hospitality, positioned squarely at international travellers seeking privacy, personalised care, and holistic wellbeing. Spread across two acres, the resort features private sea-facing terraces,
- [Sri Lanka Expands Free Visa Access To 40 Countries To Boost Tourism](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-expands-free-visa-access-to-40-countries-to-boost-tourism-2/) - Sri Lanka has approved free visa entry for nationals of 40 countries, significantly widening a facility that was previously extended to just seven nations. The regulations, passed under the Immigration and Emigration Act, cover major source markets including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia, France, Germany, Japan, India, China, and the UAE, among others.
- [Bhitarkanika National Park Closes For Three Months For Crocodile Nesting](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bhitarkanika-national-park-closes-for-three-months-for-crocodile-nesting/) - Bhitarkanika National Park in Odisha's Kendrapara district has closed to tourists until July 31, as the annual mating and nesting season of saltwater crocodiles gets underway. The closure, which came into effect on May 1, is a conservation measure aimed at protecting one of India's most remarkable wildlife recovery stories during its most vulnerable period.
- [Wild Buffalo Return To Kanha After Four Decades In MP](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/wild-buffalo-return-to-kanha-after-four-decades-in-mp/) - Madhya Pradesh has reintroduced the Asiatic wild water buffalo to Kanha Tiger Reserve, marking the species' return to the region for the first time since 1979. Four sub-adult buffaloes have been translocated from Assam in the first phase, with a target of 50 animals established as a founder population. Eight will be moved during this
- [Rajasthan Moves To Regulate Leopard Tourism In Jawai](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rajasthan-moves-to-regulate-leopard-tourism-in-jawai/) - Jawai has long operated outside the structured safari circuits that govern most of India's wildlife destinations. Leopards, Rabari communities, luxury camps, and independent operators have shared this granite landscape in Rajasthan's Pali district with minimal formal oversight. That is now changing. Following a Rajasthan High Court order prompted by a public interest litigation on ecological
- [Leh Airport More Than Doubles Daily Flights Ahead Of Tourism Season](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/leh-airport-more-than-doubles-daily-flights-ahead-of-tourism-season/) - Leh's Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport has seen its daily flight operations more than double, rising from eight to 18 flights per day, with two additional services expected to follow shortly. The increase, announced by Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena, connects Leh with Delhi, Mumbai, Srinagar, and Chandigarh, alongside two charter flights to Delhi and
- [FLY91 Adds Three Cities And Five New Routes To Its Network](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/fly91-adds-three-cities-and-five-new-routes-to-its-network/) - Regional carrier FLY91 is expanding its network with the addition of Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, and Hubballi, alongside five new sectors being introduced in phases between April 10 and 17, 2026. The new schedule includes double daily flights on the Hyderabad-Rajahmundry and Hyderabad-Vijayawada routes, daily services connecting Hyderabad with Hubballi and Hubballi with Bengaluru, five weekly flights
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- [Pulikali: The Day Thrissur Turns into a Parade of Tigers (29 August 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pulikali-the-day-thrissur-turns-into-a-parade-of-tigers-29-august-2026/) - Most harvest festivals are solemn affairs. Pulikali is not. On the fourth day of Onam each year, the streets of Thrissur fill with hundreds of men painted head to toe as tigers and leopards, shaking their bellies and dancing to the thunderous beat of the Chenda drum. It is one of the most joyful, most
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- [Thangka Painting: Learn The Art Of Bhutan](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/thangka-painting-learn-the-art-of-bhutan/) - In Thimphu, tucked within a designated studio, master artists have been passing down one of Bhutan's most sacred art forms for generations. A Thangka painting workshop offers rare access to that lineage. Thangka scrolls have adorned monastery walls and household shrines across the Himalayas for centuries, each image a carefully constructed map of Buddhist cosmology.
- [Creative Travel Wins Platinum at the 2026 Eventex Awards](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-wins-platinum-at-the-2026-eventex-awards/) - From the icy mountains of Ladakh to the spiritual heart of Varanasi and the pristine shores of the Maldives, one remarkable journey has now been recognized on the global stage. We are honoured to share that Creative Travel has won the Platinum Award at the 2026 Eventex Awards in the Incentive Travel Experience category for
- [Pollo Tandoori: l’iconico classico grigliato dell’India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tandoori-chicken-indias-iconic-grilled-classic/) - Pochi piatti riescono a raccontare il sapore e il fascino della cucina indiana come il Pollo Tandoori. Conosciuto per il suo colore vivace, il suo aroma affumicato e la sua marinatura riccamente speziata, questo amato piatto alla griglia è uno dei preferiti in tutta l’India, dalle celebrazioni in famiglia e dai pasti festivi fino ai
- [Poulet Tandoori : le grand classique grillé de l’Inde](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tandoori-chicken-indias-iconic-grilled-classic/) - Peu de plats capturent aussi bien les saveurs et le charme de la cuisine indienne que le Poulet Tandoori. Connu pour sa couleur éclatante, son arôme fumé et sa marinade délicatement épicée, ce plat grillé très apprécié est un favori dans toute l’Inde, des célébrations familiales et repas de fête aux tables de restaurant et
- [Tandoori-Hähnchen: Indiens ikonischer Grillklassiker](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tandoori-chicken-indias-iconic-grilled-classic/) - Nur wenige Gerichte verkörpern den Geschmack und die Faszination der indischen Küche so eindrucksvoll wie Tandoori-Hähnchen. Bekannt für seine leuchtende Farbe, sein rauchiges Aroma und seine fein gewürzte Marinade, ist dieses beliebte Grillgericht in ganz Indien ein Favorit – bei Familienfeiern, festlichen Mahlzeiten, in Restaurants und bei geselligen Treffen im Freien. Traditionell wird Tandoori-Hähnchen in
- [Frango Tandoori: o clássico grelhado icônico da Índia](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tandoori-chicken-indias-iconic-grilled-classic/) - Poucos pratos capturam o sabor e o encanto da culinária indiana como o Frango Tandoori. Conhecido por sua cor vibrante, aroma defumado e marinada ricamente temperada, este amado prato grelhado é um dos favoritos em toda a Índia, presente em celebrações familiares, refeições festivas, restaurantes e encontros ao ar livre. Tradicionalmente, o Frango Tandoori é
- [Pollo Tandoori: el clásico asado icónico de la India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tandoori-chicken-indias-iconic-grilled-classic/) - Pocos platillos capturan el sabor y el espectáculo de la cocina india como el Pollo Tandoori. Conocido por su color vibrante, su aroma ahumado y su marinada cuidadosamente especiada, este querido platillo a la parrilla es uno de los favoritos en toda la India, desde celebraciones familiares y comidas festivas hasta restaurantes y reuniones al
- [Amar Bose: il visionario di origine indiana che ha cambiato il modo in cui il mondo ascolta](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amar-bose-the-indian-origin-visionary-who-changed-the-way-the-world-listens/) - Alcuni innovatori creano prodotti. Pochi cambiano il modo in cui le persone vivono il mondo. Amar Gopal Bose apparteneva a questa seconda categoria. Nato a Filadelfia nel 1929 da padre indiano, Noni Gopal Bose, e madre americana, Charlotte Mechlin, Amar Bose crebbe in una casa segnata da resilienza, intelletto e curiosità. Suo padre, un attivista
- [Amar Bose : le visionnaire d’origine indienne qui a changé la façon dont le monde écoute](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amar-bose-the-indian-origin-visionary-who-changed-the-way-the-world-listens/) - Certains innovateurs créent des produits. Quelques-uns changent la manière dont les gens vivent le monde. Amar Gopal Bose appartenait à cette seconde catégorie. Né à Philadelphie en 1929 d’un père indien, Noni Gopal Bose, et d’une mère américaine, Charlotte Mechlin, Amar Bose a grandi dans un foyer marqué par la résilience, l’intelligence et la curiosité.
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- [Amar Bose: o visionário de origem indiana que mudou a forma como o mundo ouve](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amar-bose-the-indian-origin-visionary-who-changed-the-way-the-world-listens/) - Alguns inovadores criam produtos. Poucos mudam a maneira como as pessoas vivenciam o mundo. Amar Gopal Bose pertencia a esse segundo grupo. Nascido na Filadélfia em 1929, filho de um pai indiano, Noni Gopal Bose, e de uma mãe americana, Charlotte Mechlin, Amar Bose cresceu em um lar marcado pela resiliência, pelo intelecto e pela
- [Amar Bose: el visionario de origen indio que cambió la forma en que el mundo escucha](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amar-bose-the-indian-origin-visionary-who-changed-the-way-the-world-listens/) - Algunos innovadores crean productos. Unos pocos cambian la manera en que las personas experimentan el mundo. Amar Gopal Bose pertenecía a este segundo grupo. Nacido en Filadelfia en 1929, hijo de un padre indio, Noni Gopal Bose, y una madre estadounidense, Charlotte Mechlin, Amar Bose creció en un hogar marcado por la resiliencia, el intelecto
- [Bedmi Puri: la colazione croccante più amata del Nord dell’India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bedmi-puri-north-indias-crispy-breakfast-favourite/) - Nel ricco e saporito mondo della cucina del Nord dell’India, il Bedmi Puri occupa un posto speciale come uno dei classici della colazione più amati. Croccante, dorato e profondamente appagante, questo tradizionale pane fritto è particolarmente popolare a Delhi, nell’Uttar Pradesh, in Rajasthan e in altre zone del Nord dell’India, dove viene spesso gustato come
- [Bedmi Puri : le petit-déjeuner croustillant préféré du nord de l’Inde](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bedmi-puri-north-indias-crispy-breakfast-favourite/) - Dans l’univers riche et savoureux de la cuisine du nord de l’Inde, le Bedmi Puri occupe une place particulière parmi les grands classiques du petit-déjeuner. Croustillant, doré et généreusement réconfortant, ce pain frit traditionnel est particulièrement populaire à Delhi, dans l’Uttar Pradesh, au Rajasthan et dans d’autres régions du nord de l’Inde, où il est
- [Bedmi Puri: Nordindiens knuspriger Frühstücksliebling](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bedmi-puri-north-indias-crispy-breakfast-favourite/) - In der reichen und aromatischen Welt der nordindischen Küche nimmt Bedmi Puri einen besonderen Platz als einer der beliebtesten Frühstücksklassiker ein. Knusprig, goldbraun und herrlich sättigend ist dieses traditionelle frittierte Brot besonders in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan und anderen Teilen Nordindiens beliebt, wo es oft als herzhaftes Frühstück oder als entspanntes Wochenend-Brunchgericht genossen wird. Was
- [Bedmi Puri: o café da manhã crocante favorito do norte da Índia](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bedmi-puri-north-indias-crispy-breakfast-favourite/) - No rico e saboroso universo da culinária do norte da Índia, o Bedmi Puri ocupa um lugar especial como um dos clássicos de café da manhã mais queridos. Crocante, dourado e profundamente reconfortante, este pão frito tradicional é especialmente popular em Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Rajastão e outras regiões do norte da Índia, onde costuma ser
- [Bedmi Puri: el desayuno crujiente favorito del norte de India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bedmi-puri-north-indias-crispy-breakfast-favourite/) - En el rico y sabroso mundo de la cocina del norte de India, el Bedmi Puri ocupa un lugar especial como uno de los desayunos clásicos más queridos. Crujiente, dorado y profundamente reconfortante, este pan frito tradicional es especialmente popular en Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Rajastán y otras zonas del norte de India, donde suele disfrutarse
- [TungTao Resort: il segreto lungo il fiume dell’Arunachal](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tungtao-resort-arunachals-riverside-secret/) - Nascosto a Mimey, nell’Arunachal Pradesh, TungTao Resort è un tranquillo rifugio lungo il fiume che avvicina i viaggiatori alla bellezza incontaminata del Nordest dell’India. Circondato da acque fluenti, vegetazione rigogliosa e cieli aperti, questo affascinante retreat sembra una pausa silenziosa dal rumore della vita quotidiana. Il nome “TungTao” custodisce una splendida storia locale. Radicato nella
- [TungTao Resort : le secret au bord de l’eau d’Arunachal](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tungtao-resort-arunachals-riverside-secret/) - Niché à Mimey, dans l’Arunachal Pradesh, TungTao Resort est une paisible échappée au bord de la rivière qui rapproche les voyageurs de la beauté intacte du nord-est de l’Inde. Entouré d’eaux vives, d’une végétation luxuriante et de grands ciels ouverts, ce charmant refuge offre comme une douce pause loin du bruit du quotidien. Le nom
- [TungTao Resort: Arunachals Geheimtipp am Fluss](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tungtao-resort-arunachals-riverside-secret/) - Versteckt in Mimey, Arunachal Pradesh, ist das TungTao Resort ein friedlicher Rückzugsort am Fluss, der Reisende der unberührten Schönheit des Nordostens Indiens näherbringt. Umgeben von fließendem Wasser, üppigem Grün und weitem Himmel wirkt dieses charmante Refugium wie eine wohltuende Pause vom Lärm des Alltags. Der Name „TungTao“ trägt eine schöne lokale Geschichte in sich. Verwurzelt
- [TungTao Resort: O segredo à beira-rio de Arunachal](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tungtao-resort-arunachals-riverside-secret/) - Escondido em Mimey, Arunachal Pradesh, o TungTao Resort é um refúgio tranquilo à beira-rio que aproxima os viajantes da beleza intocada do Nordeste da Índia. Cercado por águas correntes, vegetação exuberante e céu aberto, este charmoso retiro transmite a sensação de uma pausa serena em meio ao ruído da vida cotidiana. O nome “TungTao” carrega
- [TungTao Resort: El secreto ribereño de Arunachal](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tungtao-resort-arunachals-riverside-secret/) - Escondido en Mimey, Arunachal Pradesh, TungTao Resort es un tranquilo refugio junto al río que acerca a los viajeros a la belleza intacta del noreste de la India. Rodeado de aguas en movimiento, exuberante vegetación y cielos abiertos, este encantador retiro se siente como una pausa serena frente al ruido de la vida cotidiana. El
- [Dentro una cucina assamese: un’esperienza culinaria e culturale](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/inside-an-assamese-kitchen-a-cultural-cooking-experience/) - Entrate in una casa locale a Guwahati per vivere un’introduzione calorosa e personale alla cucina, alla cultura e all’ospitalità quotidiana dell’Assam. Pensata per i viaggiatori che desiderano andare oltre un semplice pasto al ristorante, questa esperienza culinaria pratica offre uno sguardo più ravvicinato agli ingredienti, ai sapori e alle tradizioni che caratterizzano la vita quotidiana
- [Dans une cuisine assamaise : une expérience culinaire et culturelle](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/inside-an-assamese-kitchen-a-cultural-cooking-experience/) - Entrez dans une maison locale à Guwahati pour une introduction chaleureuse et personnelle à la cuisine, à la culture et à l’hospitalité quotidienne de l’Assam. Conçue pour les voyageurs qui souhaitent vivre bien plus qu’un simple repas au restaurant, cette expérience culinaire participative offre un regard privilégié sur les ingrédients, les saveurs et les traditions
- [In einer assamesischen Küche: ein kulturelles Kocherlebnis](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/inside-an-assamese-kitchen-a-cultural-cooking-experience/) - Betreten Sie ein lokales Zuhause in Guwahati und erleben Sie eine herzliche, persönliche Einführung in die Küche, Kultur und alltägliche Gastfreundschaft Assams. Dieses praktische kulinarische Erlebnis wurde für Reisende konzipiert, die mehr als nur ein Restaurantessen erleben möchten. Es bietet einen näheren Einblick in die Zutaten, Aromen und Traditionen, die den Alltag in Assam prägen.
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- [Un nouveau rythme de bien-être dans le sud de Goa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-new-rhythm-of-wellness-in-south-goa/) - La côte plus paisible du sud de Goa accueille un nouveau sanctuaire pour les voyageurs en quête de sérénité avec l’ouverture de Villa Raag, une retraite bien-être boutique signée Kairali Ayurvedic Group. Situé sur les rives tranquilles de la plage d’Agonda, ce refuge intime en bord de mer associe art de vivre luxueux, bien-être inspiré
- [Ein neuer Rhythmus des Wohlbefindens in Süd-Goa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-new-rhythm-of-wellness-in-south-goa/) - Die ruhigere Südküste Goas hat mit der Eröffnung von Villa Raag, einem Boutique-Wellness-Retreat der Kairali Ayurvedic Group, ein neues Refugium für achtsame Reisende erhalten. Direkt an den stillen Ufern des Agonda Beach gelegen, verbindet dieses intime Hideaway am Meer luxuriöses Wohnen, ayurvedisch inspiriertes Wohlbefinden, Yoga, Meditation und entschleunigtes Reisen zu einer tief erholsamen Erfahrung. Auf
- [Um novo ritmo de bem-estar no sul de Goa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-new-rhythm-of-wellness-in-south-goa/) - A costa mais tranquila do sul de Goa acaba de receber um novo santuário para viajantes atentos ao bem-estar com a inauguração do Villa Raag, um retiro boutique de wellness do Kairali Ayurvedic Group. Localizado nas serenas margens da Praia de Agonda, este refúgio intimista à beira-mar combina luxo, bem-estar inspirado na Ayurveda, yoga, meditação
- [Un nuevo ritmo de bienestar en el sur de Goa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-new-rhythm-of-wellness-in-south-goa/) - La costa más tranquila del sur de Goa ha dado la bienvenida a un nuevo santuario para viajeros conscientes con la apertura de Villa Raag, un retiro boutique de bienestar del Kairali Ayurvedic Group. Ubicado junto a las serenas playas de Agonda, este íntimo refugio frente al mar combina lujo, bienestar inspirado en el Ayurveda,
- [Descubra a magia do Onam: o grande festival da colheita de Kerala (16 a 26 de agosto de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/discover-the-magic-of-onam-keralas-grand-harvest-festival-16-august-to-26-august-2026/) - Mergulhe na vibrante e cativante celebração do Onam, o festival mais importante de Kerala, repleto de tradição, cultura e história. Comemorado no mês malaiala de Chingam (agosto-setembro), o Onam é um espetáculo cultural de 10 dias que simboliza o retorno anual do lendário Rei Mahabali, cujo reinado é lembrado como uma era de paz, prosperidade
- [Scopri la magia dell’Onam: il grande festival del raccolto del Kerala (dal 16 al 26 agosto 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/discover-the-magic-of-onam-keralas-grand-harvest-festival-16-august-to-26-august-2026/) - Immergiti nella vivace e affascinante celebrazione dell’Onam, il festival più importante del Kerala, intriso di tradizione, cultura e storia. Celebrato nel mese malayali di Chingam (agosto-settembre), l’Onam è una sontuosa manifestazione culturale di dieci giorni che simboleggia il ritorno annuale del mitico re Mahabali, il cui regno è ricordato come un’epoca di pace, prosperità ed
- [Découvrez la magie d'Onam : la grande fête des récoltes du Kerala (du 16 au 26 août 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/discover-the-magic-of-onam-keralas-grand-harvest-festival-16-august-to-26-august-2026/) - Plongez dans la célébration vibrante et captivante d’Onam, le festival le plus important du Kerala, imprégné de tradition, de culture et d’histoire. Célébré au mois malayali de Chingam (août-septembre), Onam est une extravagance culturelle de dix jours qui symbolise le retour annuel du roi mythique Mahabali, dont le règne est rappelé comme une époque de
- [Entdecken Sie den Zauber von Onam: Keralas großes Erntefest (16. August bis 26. August 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/discover-the-magic-of-onam-keralas-grand-harvest-festival-16-august-to-26-august-2026/) - Tauchen Sie ein in die farbenfrohe und fesselnde Feier von Onam, Keralas wichtigstem Fest, das tief in Tradition, Kultur und Geschichte verwurzelt ist. Gefeiert im malayalischen Monat Chingam (August–September), ist Onam ein zehntägiges kulturelles Spektakel, das die jährliche Heimkehr des mythischen Königs Mahabali symbolisiert, dessen Regentschaft als Zeit des Friedens, des Wohlstands und der Gleichheit
- [Descubre la magia de Onam: el gran festival de la cosecha de Kerala (del 16 al 26 de agosto de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/discover-the-magic-of-onam-keralas-grand-harvest-festival-16-august-to-26-august-2026/) - Sumérgete en la vibrante y cautivadora celebración de Onam, el festival más importante de Kerala, impregnado de tradición, cultura e historia. Celebrado en el mes malayali de Chingam (agosto-septiembre), Onam es una extravagancia cultural de 10 días que simboliza el regreso anual del mítico Rey Mahabali, cuyo reinado es recordado como una época de paz,
- [Un filo d’amore: Celebrare Raksha Bandhan (28 agosto 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-thread-of-love-celebrating-raksha-bandhan-28-august-2026/) - Raksha Bandhan è un’amata festività indiana che onora il legame speciale tra fratelli e sorelle. Il nome “Raksha Bandhan” significa “il legame di protezione”, racchiudendo l’essenza di questa giornata. In questa occasione propizia, le sorelle legano ai polsi dei loro fratelli fili colorati e decorativi chiamati “rakhi”, simbolo del loro amore e della loro premura.
- [Un fil d’amour : Célébrer Raksha Bandhan (28 août 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-thread-of-love-celebrating-raksha-bandhan-28-august-2026/) - Raksha Bandhan est une fête indienne très appréciée qui honore le lien spécial entre frères et sœurs. Le nom « Raksha Bandhan » signifie « le lien de protection », reflétant ainsi toute l’essence de cette journée. À cette occasion porteuse de bon augure, les sœurs nouent autour du poignet de leurs frères des fils
- [Ein Faden der Liebe: Raksha Bandhan feiern (28. August 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-thread-of-love-celebrating-raksha-bandhan-28-august-2026/) - Raksha Bandhan ist ein beliebtes indisches Fest, das die besondere Verbindung zwischen Brüdern und Schwestern ehrt. Der Name „Raksha Bandhan“ bedeutet „das Band des Schutzes“ und bringt damit die Essenz dieses Tages auf den Punkt. Zu diesem glückverheißenden Anlass binden Schwestern ihren Brüdern farbenfrohe, dekorative Fäden, sogenannte „Rakhi“, um das Handgelenk – als Symbol ihrer
- [Um fio de amor: Celebrando o Raksha Bandhan (28 de agosto de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-thread-of-love-celebrating-raksha-bandhan-28-august-2026/) - Raksha Bandhan é uma querida festividade indiana que celebra o vínculo especial entre irmãos e irmãs. O nome “Raksha Bandhan” significa “o laço de proteção”, expressando a verdadeira essência desta data. Nesta ocasião auspiciosa, as irmãs amarram fios coloridos e decorativos chamados “rakhi” nos pulsos de seus irmãos, simbolizando seu amor e cuidado. Em troca,
- [Un hilo de amor: Celebrando Raksha Bandhan (28 de agosto de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-thread-of-love-celebrating-raksha-bandhan-28-august-2026/) - Raksha Bandhan es una querida festividad india que honra el vínculo especial entre hermanos y hermanas. El nombre “Raksha Bandhan” significa “el vínculo de protección”, capturando la esencia de este día. En esta auspiciosa ocasión, las hermanas atan coloridos y decorativos hilos llamados “rakhi” alrededor de las muñecas de sus hermanos, simbolizando su amor y
- [Le Sundarbans restano chiuse ai visitatori fino al 31 agosto](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sundarbans-remains-closed-to-visitors-until-august-31/) - Le Sundarbans, la più grande foresta di mangrovie del mondo, restano chiuse a ogni ingresso dal 1° giugno al 31 agosto, mentre le autorità impongono il divieto annuale per proteggere la fauna selvatica, le riserve ittiche e la biodiversità durante il picco della stagione riproduttiva. La restrizione riguarda allo stesso modo turisti, pescatori e raccoglitori
- [L’Himachal Pradesh raddoppia le tariffe d’ingresso per i santuari faunistici](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/himachal-pradesh-doubles-entry-fees-for-wildlife-sanctuaries/) - L’Himachal Pradesh ha raddoppiato le tariffe d’ingresso in tutti i suoi santuari faunistici in base alle Wildlife Protection Himachal Pradesh (Amendment) Rules, 2026, entrate in vigore questa settimana. I cittadini indiani pagheranno ora Rs 300 al giorno per ingresso e fotografia, rispetto ai precedenti Rs 150, mentre i cittadini stranieri pagheranno Rs 600, il doppio
- [Il sistema di allerta tigri basato sull’IA entra in funzione nella zona cuscinetto di Pench](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ai-tiger-alert-system-goes-live-in-pench-buffer-zone/) - Un sistema di allerta tigri alimentato dall’intelligenza artificiale, sviluppato da MARVEL, un veicolo a scopo speciale del dipartimento di polizia, è ora operativo nelle aree cuscinetto della Pench Tiger Reserve e della Nagpur Territorial Forest Division. Secondo quanto riportato, il governo del Maharashtra starebbe valutando la possibilità di brevettare la tecnologia. Il sistema è stato
- [Sayaji Hotels entra nell’ospitalità wildlife con un retreat a Sasan Gir](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sayaji-hotels-enters-wildlife-hospitality-with-sasan-gir-retreat/) - Sayaji Hotels ha lanciato The Forest Chapter, un boutique nature retreat vicino al Gir National Park a Sasan Gir, segnando il debutto di un nuovo sotto-marchio focalizzato su soggiorni esperienziali e legati alla destinazione nei paesaggi naturali e faunistici dell’India. La struttura offre 25 cottage e ville nelle categorie Premium, Superior e Suite Villa, progettati
- [Star Air rilancia i voli Hyderabad–Bhubaneswar via Jharsuguda](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/star-air-relaunches-hyderabad-to-bhubaneswar-flights-via-jharsuguda/) - Star Air ha ripreso i servizi diretti che collegano Hyderabad, Jharsuguda e Bhubaneswar, operando sei giorni alla settimana: lunedì, martedì, giovedì, venerdì, sabato e domenica. La rotta offre sia opzioni di collegamento diretto sia con uno scalo tra Hyderabad e Bhubaneswar. Il rilancio rafforza i collegamenti aerei tra due regioni economicamente significative. Hyderabad rimane uno
- [Niraamaya Life aggiunge un retreat benessere a Hesaraghatta, Bengaluru](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/niraamaya-life-adds-a-wellness-retreat-in-bengalurus-hesaraghatta/) - Niraamaya Life sta ampliando il proprio portfolio wellness con una nuova struttura a Hesaraghatta, a circa 35 chilometri da Bengaluru, sviluppata in collaborazione con Himalia Prime Assets. Il retreat è pensato per viaggiatori in cerca di rigenerazione, combinando pratiche di guarigione indigene, programmi focalizzati sulla longevità e un’ospitalità modellata dal carattere culturale della regione. Ispirate
- [Sarovar Hotels apre la sua prima struttura in Odisha a Bhubaneswar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sarovar-hotels-opens-its-first-odisha-property-in-bhubaneswar/) - Sarovar Hotels ha fatto il suo debutto in Odisha con l’inaugurazione del Prachi Sarovar Premiere Bhubaneswar, sviluppato in collaborazione con Prachi Resorts. L’apertura rappresenta un’importante aggiunta al panorama dell’ospitalità premium della città, mentre Bhubaneswar continua a crescere come destinazione culturale, business e turistica. La struttura si estende su 2,5 acri nel cuore della città, offrendo
- [Summit Hotels & Resorts si espande nell’Arunachal Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/summit-hotels-resorts-expands-into-arunachal-pradesh/) - Summit Hotels & Resorts ha annunciato il suo ingresso nell’Arunachal Pradesh con il lancio del Rungkhung Village Resort a Dirang, rafforzando ulteriormente la propria presenza nella regione dell’Himalaya orientale. Situato nella scenografica valle di Dirang e affacciato sul fiume Kameng, il boutique resort è stato progettato come un raffinato rifugio di montagna per viaggiatori alla
- [Il Grand Dragon Hotel di Leh apre un ristorante panasiatico in alta quota](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/lehs-grand-dragon-hotel-opens-a-pan-asian-restaurant-at-altitude/) - Aprire un ristorante panasiatico a 11.562 piedi di altitudine non è un’impresa semplice. L’acqua bolle a una temperatura più bassa, il riso per sushi si comporta in modo diverso e l’aria stessa modifica il significato della cucina. Ryu Oka, che significa Collina del Drago, presso The Grand Dragon Ladakh a Leh, è il risultato di
- [Akasa Air amplia la rete dell’aviazione regionale indiana con voli diretti Delhi–Gwalior](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/akasa-air-expands-indias-regional-aviation-network-with-direct-delhi-gwalior-flights/) - La nuova rotta rafforza l’accessibilità dell’India centrale, sostenendo il turismo del patrimonio culturale, la mobilità business e la crescente domanda di collegamenti regionali fluidi verso le destinazioni emergenti dell’India. Akasa Air ha lanciato voli diretti tra Nuova Delhi e Gwalior, segnando un ulteriore passo strategico nel panorama dell’aviazione regionale indiana, in rapida evoluzione. Il nuovo
- [Les Sundarbans restent fermés aux visiteurs jusqu’au 31 août](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sundarbans-remains-closed-to-visitors-until-august-31/) - Les Sundarbans, la plus grande forêt de mangroves au monde, restent fermés à toute entrée du 1er juin au 31 août, les autorités imposant l’interdiction annuelle afin de protéger la faune, les stocks de poissons et la biodiversité pendant la haute saison de reproduction. La restriction concerne aussi bien les touristes que les pêcheurs et
- [L’Himachal Pradesh double les droits d’entrée dans ses sanctuaires de faune](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/himachal-pradesh-doubles-entry-fees-for-wildlife-sanctuaries/) - L’Himachal Pradesh a doublé les droits d’entrée dans l’ensemble de ses sanctuaires de faune dans le cadre des Wildlife Protection Himachal Pradesh (Amendment) Rules, 2026, entrées en vigueur cette semaine. Les citoyens indiens paieront désormais 300 roupies par jour pour l’entrée et la photographie, contre 150 roupies auparavant, tandis que les ressortissants étrangers paieront 600
- [Un système d’alerte aux tigres alimenté par l’IA devient opérationnel dans la zone tampon de Pench](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ai-tiger-alert-system-goes-live-in-pench-buffer-zone/) - Un système d’alerte aux tigres alimenté par l’intelligence artificielle, développé par MARVEL, un véhicule à vocation spéciale du département de police, est désormais opérationnel dans les zones tampons de la réserve de tigres de Pench et de la division forestière territoriale de Nagpur. Le gouvernement du Maharashtra envisagerait de déposer un brevet pour cette technologie.
- [Sayaji Hotels se lance dans l’hospitalité liée à la faune avec une retraite à Sasan Gir](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sayaji-hotels-enters-wildlife-hospitality-with-sasan-gir-retreat/) - Sayaji Hotels a lancé The Forest Chapter, une boutique retraite nature située près du parc national de Gir à Sasan Gir, marquant les débuts d’une nouvelle sous-marque axée sur des séjours expérientiels et liés aux destinations, à travers les paysages sauvages et naturels de l’Inde. La propriété propose 25 cottages et villas répartis entre les
- [Star Air relance les vols Hyderabad–Bhubaneswar via Jharsuguda](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/star-air-relaunches-hyderabad-to-bhubaneswar-flights-via-jharsuguda/) - Star Air a repris ses services directs reliant Hyderabad, Jharsuguda et Bhubaneswar, avec des opérations six jours par semaine, les lundi, mardi, jeudi, vendredi, samedi et dimanche. La liaison offre des options de connectivité directe et avec une escale entre Hyderabad et Bhubaneswar. Cette relance renforce les liaisons aériennes entre deux régions économiquement importantes. Hyderabad
- [Niraamaya Life ajoute une retraite bien-être à Hesaraghatta, près de Bengaluru](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/niraamaya-life-adds-a-wellness-retreat-in-bengalurus-hesaraghatta/) - Niraamaya Life élargit son portefeuille bien-être avec une nouvelle propriété à Hesaraghatta, à environ 35 kilomètres de Bengaluru, développée en partenariat avec Himalia Prime Assets. Cette retraite est conçue pour les voyageurs en quête de régénération, combinant pratiques de guérison indigènes, programmes axés sur la longévité et hospitalité façonnée par le caractère culturel de la
- [Sarovar Hotels ouvre son premier établissement en Odisha à Bhubaneswar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sarovar-hotels-opens-its-first-odisha-property-in-bhubaneswar/) - Sarovar Hotels fait ses débuts en Odisha avec l’inauguration du Prachi Sarovar Premiere Bhubaneswar, développé en partenariat avec Prachi Resorts. Cette ouverture marque un ajout important au paysage hôtelier premium de la ville, alors que Bhubaneswar continue de s’affirmer comme une destination culturelle, commerciale et touristique. L’établissement s’étend sur 2,5 acres au cœur de la
- [Summit Hotels & Resorts s’étend en Arunachal Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/summit-hotels-resorts-expands-into-arunachal-pradesh/) - Summit Hotels & Resorts a annoncé son arrivée en Arunachal Pradesh avec le lancement du Rungkhung Village Resort à Dirang, renforçant encore sa présence dans la région de l’Himalaya oriental. Situé dans la pittoresque vallée de Dirang et surplombant la rivière Kameng, ce boutique resort a été conçu comme une retraite de montagne raffinée pour
- [Le Grand Dragon Hotel de Leh ouvre un restaurant panasiatique en altitude](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/lehs-grand-dragon-hotel-opens-a-pan-asian-restaurant-at-altitude/) - Ouvrir un restaurant panasiatique à 11 562 pieds d’altitude n’est pas une entreprise simple. L’eau bout à une température plus basse, le riz à sushi se comporte différemment et l’air lui-même transforme la manière de cuisiner. Ryu Oka, qui signifie Dragon Hill, au Grand Dragon Ladakh à Leh, est le résultat de plusieurs années de
- [Akasa Air étend le réseau aérien régional de l’Inde avec des vols directs Delhi–Gwalior](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/akasa-air-expands-indias-regional-aviation-network-with-direct-delhi-gwalior-flights/) - Cette nouvelle liaison renforce l’accessibilité du centre de l’Inde, soutenant le tourisme patrimonial, la mobilité professionnelle et la demande croissante pour une connectivité régionale fluide vers les destinations émergentes du pays. Akasa Air a lancé des vols directs entre New Delhi et Gwalior, marquant une nouvelle étape stratégique dans l’évolution rapide du paysage aérien régional
- [Sundarbans bleibt bis zum 31. August für Besucher geschlossen](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sundarbans-remains-closed-to-visitors-until-august-31/) - Die Sundarbans, der größte Mangrovenwald der Welt, bleiben vom 1. Juni bis zum 31. August für jeglichen Zugang geschlossen, da die Behörden das jährliche Verbot zum Schutz von Wildtieren, Fischbeständen und Biodiversität während der Hauptbrutzeit verhängen. Die Einschränkung gilt gleichermaßen für Touristen, Fischer sowie Sammler von Holz und Honig. Während dieses Zeitraums werden keine Pässe
- [Himachal Pradesh verdoppelt Eintrittsgebühren für Wildschutzgebiete](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/himachal-pradesh-doubles-entry-fees-for-wildlife-sanctuaries/) - Himachal Pradesh hat im Rahmen der Wildlife Protection Himachal Pradesh (Amendment) Rules, 2026, die in dieser Woche in Kraft getreten sind, die Eintrittsgebühren für seine Wildschutzgebiete verdoppelt. Indische Staatsbürger zahlen nun Rs 300 pro Tag für Eintritt und Fotografie, statt bisher Rs 150, während ausländische Staatsbürger Rs 600 zahlen, ebenfalls doppelt so viel wie zuvor.
- [KI-gestütztes Tigerwarnsystem geht in der Pufferzone von Pench in Betrieb](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ai-tiger-alert-system-goes-live-in-pench-buffer-zone/) - Ein KI-gestütztes Tigerwarnsystem, entwickelt von MARVEL, einer Zweckgesellschaft der Polizeibehörde, ist nun in den Pufferzonen des Pench Tiger Reserve und der Nagpur Territorial Forest Division in Betrieb. Die Regierung von Maharashtra erwägt Berichten zufolge, die Technologie patentieren zu lassen. Das System wurde erstmals im Dorf Chargaon innerhalb der Pufferzone von Pench demonstriert. Es stützt sich
- [Sayaji Hotels steigt mit einem Retreat in Sasan Gir in die Wildlife-Hospitality ein](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sayaji-hotels-enters-wildlife-hospitality-with-sasan-gir-retreat/) - Sayaji Hotels hat The Forest Chapter eröffnet, ein Boutique-Naturretreat nahe dem Gir National Park in Sasan Gir. Damit debütiert eine neue Submarke, die sich auf erlebnisorientierte, vom Reiseziel geprägte Aufenthalte in Indiens Wildtier- und Naturlandschaften konzentriert. Die Unterkunft bietet 25 Cottages und Villen in den Kategorien Premium, Superior und Suite Villa, gestaltet mit rustikalen Materialien
- [Star Air nimmt Flüge von Hyderabad nach Bhubaneswar über Jharsuguda wieder auf](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/star-air-relaunches-hyderabad-to-bhubaneswar-flights-via-jharsuguda/) - Star Air hat die Direktverbindungen zwischen Hyderabad, Jharsuguda und Bhubaneswar wieder aufgenommen. Die Flüge werden sechs Tage pro Woche durchgeführt: montags, dienstags, donnerstags, freitags, samstags und sonntags. Die Route bietet sowohl direkte als auch One-Stop-Verbindungsoptionen zwischen Hyderabad und Bhubaneswar. Die Wiederaufnahme stärkt die Flugverbindungen zwischen zwei wirtschaftlich bedeutenden Regionen. Hyderabad bleibt eines der führenden Technologie-
- [Niraamaya Life ergänzt sein Portfolio um ein Wellness-Retreat in Bengalurus Hesaraghatta](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/niraamaya-life-adds-a-wellness-retreat-in-bengalurus-hesaraghatta/) - Niraamaya Life erweitert sein Wellness-Portfolio um eine neue Unterkunft in Hesaraghatta, etwa 35 Kilometer von Bengaluru entfernt, die in Partnerschaft mit Himalia Prime Assets entwickelt wurde. Das Retreat richtet sich an Reisende, die Erholung suchen, und verbindet indigene Heiltraditionen, Programme mit Fokus auf Langlebigkeit sowie Gastfreundschaft, die vom kulturellen Charakter der Region geprägt ist. Inspiriert
- [Sarovar Hotels eröffnet seine erste Unterkunft in Odisha in Bhubaneswar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sarovar-hotels-opens-its-first-odisha-property-in-bhubaneswar/) - Sarovar Hotels hat mit der Eröffnung des Prachi Sarovar Premiere Bhubaneswar, entwickelt in Partnerschaft mit Prachi Resorts, sein Debüt in Odisha gegeben. Die Eröffnung stellt eine bedeutende Erweiterung der gehobenen Hotellandschaft der Stadt dar, während Bhubaneswar als Kultur-, Geschäfts- und Tourismusdestination weiter wächst. Das Anwesen erstreckt sich über 2,5 Acres im Herzen der Stadt und
- [Summit Hotels & Resorts expandiert nach Arunachal Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/summit-hotels-resorts-expands-into-arunachal-pradesh/) - Summit Hotels & Resorts hat seinen Eintritt in Arunachal Pradesh mit der Eröffnung des Rungkhung Village Resort in Dirang bekannt gegeben und stärkt damit seine Präsenz in der östlichen Himalaya-Region weiter. Das Boutique-Resort liegt im malerischen Dirang-Tal mit Blick auf den Kameng River und wurde als eleganter Rückzugsort in den Bergen für Reisende konzipiert, die
- [Lehs Grand Dragon Hotel eröffnet ein panasiatisches Restaurant in großer Höhe](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/lehs-grand-dragon-hotel-opens-a-pan-asian-restaurant-at-altitude/) - Ein panasiatisches Restaurant auf 11.562 Fuß Höhe zu eröffnen, ist kein einfaches Vorhaben. Wasser kocht bei einer niedrigeren Temperatur, Sushi-Reis verhält sich anders, und die Luft selbst verändert die Art des Kochens. Ryu Oka, was „Drachenhügel“ bedeutet, im The Grand Dragon Ladakh in Leh ist das Ergebnis jahrelanger Reisen, monatelanger Bauarbeiten und dreier Generationen einer
- [Akasa Air erweitert Indiens regionales Luftverkehrsnetz mit Direktflügen zwischen Delhi und Gwalior](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/akasa-air-expands-indias-regional-aviation-network-with-direct-delhi-gwalior-flights/) - Die neue Route stärkt die Erreichbarkeit Zentralindiens und unterstützt den Kulturerbe-Tourismus, die geschäftliche Mobilität sowie die wachsende Nachfrage nach nahtloser regionaler Konnektivität in aufstrebenden indischen Reisezielen. Akasa Air hat Direktflüge zwischen Neu-Delhi und Gwalior aufgenommen und damit einen weiteren strategischen Schritt in Indiens sich rasant entwickelnder regionaler Luftverkehrslandschaft vollzogen. Der neue Service soll die Erreichbarkeit
- [Sundarbans permanece fechado aos visitantes até 31 de agosto](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sundarbans-remains-closed-to-visitors-until-august-31/) - O Sundarbans, a maior floresta de manguezais do mundo, permanece fechado a todas as entradas de 1º de junho a 31 de agosto, já que as autoridades impõem a proibição anual para proteger a vida selvagem, os estoques pesqueiros e a biodiversidade durante o pico da época de reprodução. A restrição abrange turistas, pescadores e
- [Himachal Pradesh dobra as taxas de entrada nas reservas naturais](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/himachal-pradesh-doubles-entry-fees-for-wildlife-sanctuaries/) - Himachal Pradesh duplicou as taxas de entrada em todas as suas reservas naturais, de acordo com as Regras de Proteção da Vida Selvagem de Himachal Pradesh (Emenda) de 2026, que entraram em vigor nesta semana. Os cidadãos indianos passarão a pagar 300 rúpias por dia pela entrada e pelo direito de fotografar, em comparação com
- [Sistema de Alerta de Tigres com IA Entra em Operação na Zona Tampão de Pench](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ai-tiger-alert-system-goes-live-in-pench-buffer-zone/) - Um sistema de alerta de tigres baseado em IA, desenvolvido pela MARVEL — uma entidade de propósito específico do departamento de polícia —, já está em operação nas áreas tampão da Reserva de Tigres de Pench e da Divisão Florestal Territorial de Nagpur. Segundo relatos, o governo de Maharashtra estaria considerando patentear a tecnologia. O
- [Sayaji Hotels entra no segmento de hospitalidade em áreas de vida selvagem com o Sasan Gir Retreat](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sayaji-hotels-enters-wildlife-hospitality-with-sasan-gir-retreat/) - A Sayaji Hotels lançou o The Forest Chapter, um refúgio boutique na natureza próximo ao Parque Nacional de Gir, em Sasan Gir, marcando a estreia de uma nova submarca focada em estadias experienciais e orientadas para o destino, em meio à vida selvagem e às paisagens naturais da Índia. A propriedade oferece 25 chalés e
- [Star Air retoma voos de Hyderabad para Bhubaneswar via Jharsuguda](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/star-air-relaunches-hyderabad-to-bhubaneswar-flights-via-jharsuguda/) - A Star Air retomou os voos diretos que ligam Hyderabad, Jharsuguda e Bhubaneswar, operando seis dias por semana: segunda, terça, quinta, sexta, sábado e domingo. A rota oferece opções de conexão direta e com uma escala entre Hyderabad e Bhubaneswar. O relançamento fortalece as conexões aéreas entre duas regiões economicamente importantes. Hyderabad continua sendo um
- [Niraamaya Life inaugura um retiro de bem-estar em Hesaraghatta, em Bengaluru](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/niraamaya-life-adds-a-wellness-retreat-in-bengalurus-hesaraghatta/) - A Niraamaya Life está ampliando seu portfólio de bem-estar com uma nova propriedade em Hesaraghatta, a cerca de 35 quilômetros de Bengaluru, desenvolvida em parceria com a Himalia Prime Assets. O retiro foi concebido para viajantes em busca de renovação, combinando práticas de cura tradicionais, programas voltados para a longevidade e uma hospitalidade moldada pelo
- [Sarovar Hotels inaugura sua primeira propriedade em Odisha, em Bhubaneswar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sarovar-hotels-opens-its-first-odisha-property-in-bhubaneswar/) - A Sarovar Hotels fez sua estreia em Odisha com a inauguração do Prachi Sarovar Premiere Bhubaneswar, desenvolvido em parceria com a Prachi Resorts. A inauguração representa uma adição significativa ao cenário hoteleiro de alto padrão da cidade, à medida que Bhubaneswar continua a crescer como destino cultural, de negócios e turístico. A propriedade ocupa 2,5
- [Summit Hotels & Resorts se expande para Arunachal Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/summit-hotels-resorts-expands-into-arunachal-pradesh/) - A Summit Hotels & Resorts anunciou sua entrada em Arunachal Pradesh com o lançamento do Rungkhung Village Resort em Dirang, fortalecendo ainda mais sua presença na região do Himalaia Oriental. Situado no pitoresco Vale de Dirang e com vista para o rio Kameng, o resort boutique foi projetado como um refúgio refinado nas montanhas para
- [O Grand Dragon Hotel, em Leh, inaugura um restaurante pan-asiático em altitude](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/lehs-grand-dragon-hotel-opens-a-pan-asian-restaurant-at-altitude/) - Abrir um restaurante pan-asiático a 11.562 pés não é uma tarefa simples. A água ferve a uma temperatura mais baixa, o arroz para sushi se comporta de maneira diferente e o próprio ar altera o significado do ato de cozinhar. O Ryu Oka, que significa “Colina do Dragão”, no Grand Dragon Ladakh, em Leh, é
- [A Akasa Air expande a rede de aviação regional da Índia com voos diretos entre Délhi e Gwalior](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/akasa-air-expands-indias-regional-aviation-network-with-direct-delhi-gwalior-flights/) - A nova rota reforça a acessibilidade da região central da Índia, apoiando o turismo cultural, a mobilidade empresarial e a crescente demanda por conectividade regional integrada entre destinos emergentes da Índia. A Akasa Air lançou voos diretos entre Nova Délhi e Gwalior, marcando mais um passo estratégico no cenário da aviação regional da Índia, que
- [Los Sundarbans permanecen cerrados a los visitantes hasta el 31 de agosto](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sundarbans-remains-closed-to-visitors-until-august-31/) - Los Sundarbans, el bosque de manglares más grande del mundo, permanecen cerrados a todo tipo de acceso desde el 1 de junio hasta el 31 de agosto, ya que las autoridades imponen la prohibición anual para proteger la vida silvestre, las poblaciones de peces y la biodiversidad durante la temporada alta de reproducción. La restricción
- [Himachal Pradesh duplica las tarifas de entrada a los santuarios de vida silvestre](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/himachal-pradesh-doubles-entry-fees-for-wildlife-sanctuaries/) - Himachal Pradesh ha duplicado las tarifas de entrada en todos sus santuarios de vida silvestre en virtud de las Reglas de Protección de la Vida Silvestre de Himachal Pradesh (Enmienda) de 2026, que entraron en vigor esta semana. Los ciudadanos indios pagarán ahora 300 rupias por día por la entrada y la fotografía, en lugar
- [El sistema de alerta de tigres con IA entra en funcionamiento en la zona de amortiguación de Pench](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ai-tiger-alert-system-goes-live-in-pench-buffer-zone/) - Un sistema de alerta de tigres basado en inteligencia artificial (IA), desarrollado por MARVEL —una entidad de propósito específico del departamento de policía—, ya está operativo en las zonas de amortiguación de la Reserva de Tigres de Pench y la División Forestal Territorial de Nagpur. Según se informa, el gobierno de Maharashtra está considerando patentar
- [Sayaji Hotels se inicia en el sector de la hospitalidad en la naturaleza con Sasan Gir Retreat](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sayaji-hotels-enters-wildlife-hospitality-with-sasan-gir-retreat/) - Sayaji Hotels ha lanzado The Forest Chapter, un refugio boutique en plena naturaleza cerca del Parque Nacional de Gir, en Sasan Gir, lo que marca el debut de una nueva submarca enfocada en estancias experienciales y centradas en el destino a través de la vida silvestre y los paisajes naturales de la India. El establecimiento
- [Star Air relanza los vuelos de Hyderabad a Bhubaneswar vía Jharsuguda](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/star-air-relaunches-hyderabad-to-bhubaneswar-flights-via-jharsuguda/) - Star Air ha reanudado los servicios directos que conectan Hyderabad, Jharsuguda y Bhubaneswar, con operaciones seis días a la semana: lunes, martes, jueves, viernes, sábado y domingo. La ruta ofrece opciones de conexión tanto directas como con una escala entre Hyderabad y Bhubaneswar. El relanzamiento fortalece los vínculos aéreos entre dos regiones de gran importancia
- [Niraamaya Life inaugura un retiro de bienestar en Hesaraghatta, cerca de Bengaluru](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/niraamaya-life-adds-a-wellness-retreat-in-bengalurus-hesaraghatta/) - Niraamaya Life amplía su oferta de bienestar con un nuevo establecimiento en Hesaraghatta, a unos 35 kilómetros de Bengaluru, desarrollado en colaboración con Himalia Prime Assets. El retiro está diseñado para viajeros que buscan recuperarse, y combina prácticas curativas indígenas, programas enfocados en la longevidad y una hospitalidad moldeada por el carácter cultural de la
- [Sarovar Hotels inaugura su primer establecimiento en Odisha, en Bhubaneswar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sarovar-hotels-opens-its-first-odisha-property-in-bhubaneswar/) - Sarovar Hotels ha hecho su debut en Odisha con la inauguración del Prachi Sarovar Premiere Bhubaneswar, desarrollado en colaboración con Prachi Resorts. La apertura supone una importante incorporación al panorama hotelero de lujo de la ciudad, en un momento en que Bhubaneswar sigue creciendo como destino cultural, de negocios y turístico. El establecimiento ocupa 2.5
- [Summit Hotels & Resorts se expande a Arunachal Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/summit-hotels-resorts-expands-into-arunachal-pradesh/) - Summit Hotels & Resorts ha anunciado su llegada a Arunachal Pradesh con la inauguración del Rungkhung Village Resort en Dirang, lo que refuerza aún más su presencia en toda la región del Himalaya Oriental. Ubicado en el pintoresco valle de Dirang y con vista al río Kameng, este resort boutique ha sido diseñado como un
- [El Grand Dragon Hotel de Leh inaugura un restaurante panasiático a gran altitud](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/lehs-grand-dragon-hotel-opens-a-pan-asian-restaurant-at-altitude/) - Abrir un restaurante panasiático a 11,562 pies no es tarea fácil. El agua hierve a una temperatura más baja, el arroz para sushi se comporta de manera diferente y el aire mismo cambia el concepto mismo de cocinar. Ryu Oka, que significa «Colina del Dragón», en el Grand Dragon Ladakh de Leh, es el resultado
- [Akasa Air amplía la red de aviación regional de la India con vuelos directos entre Delhi y Gwalior](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/akasa-air-expands-indias-regional-aviation-network-with-direct-delhi-gwalior-flights/) - La nueva ruta mejora la accesibilidad al centro de la India, lo que impulsa el turismo cultural, la movilidad empresarial y la creciente demanda de una conectividad regional fluida entre los destinos emergentes de la India. Akasa Air ha lanzado vuelos directos entre Nueva Delhi y Gwalior, lo que marca otro paso estratégico en el
- [ITC Hotels Signs Storii Mukundgarh Fort In Rajasthan's Shekhawati Region](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/itc-hotels-signs-storii-mukundgarh-fort-in-rajasthans-shekhawati-region/) - Shekhawati has long been called Rajasthan's open-air art gallery, a landscape of painted havelis, ornate frescoes, and centuries-old craftsmanship that few parts of the country can rival. ITC Hotels has chosen this setting for its latest Storii by ITC Hotels signing, bringing a mid-18th century fort in Mukundgarh into a brand built around place, heritage,
- [IndiGo Launches Lite Fares For Cabin Baggage-Only Travellers](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-launches-lite-fares-for-cabin-baggage-only-travellers/) - Travellers who pack light now have a reason to pay less. IndiGo has rolled out a new entry-level fare called IndiGo Lite, its most affordable economy option, built around a simple premise: no checked baggage, lower price. Passengers get a 7 kg cabin allowance and an automatically assigned seat, with nothing extra bundled in. Available
- [India's First 8-Lane Tunnel Under A Tiger Reserve Opens In August](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indias-first-8-lane-tunnel-under-a-tiger-reserve-opens-in-august/) - A years-long engineering challenge beneath one of Rajasthan's protected forests is nearing its conclusion. A twin-tube highway tunnel running under Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve in Kota district is on course to welcome all traffic categories in August, once ongoing safety evaluations wrap up. Light vehicle trials are already in progress. Each tube accommodates four lanes,
- [Timeless Love: India’s Epic Romances](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/timeless-love-indias-epic-romances/) - Come February, and the air is thick with love. Flower shops burst with bold red blooms, restaurants are decked with vibrant pink hearts, and hotels flaunt chic Valentine’s getaways. But flashback a few centuries to a world alien to speed-dial romance, swipes and emojis. A world where cobblestones gleamed in the moonlight, clandestine meetings were
- [Eight Continents Brings Hanric Brand To Varkala, Kerala](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/eight-continents-brings-hanric-brand-to-varkala-kerala/) - Eight Continents Hotels & Resorts has expanded its India footprint with the launch of Hanric, Varkala, the latest addition to its Hanric by Eight Continents brand. The opening strengthens the UK-based group's presence in southern India, building on a strategy focused on high-growth, experience-led destinations. Designed around Varkala's coastal character, the property offers 32 rooms
- [Jodhpur's New Airport Terminal To Open On July 4](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jodhpurs-new-airport-terminal-to-open-on-july-4/) - Jodhpur's long-awaited new airport terminal, in the works for over three and a half decades, will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 4. Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat confirmed the terminal is ready for public use, with final technical approvals expected to be completed within days. Shekhawat described the airport as a
- [Karnataka Fully Reopens Jungle Safaris At Bandipur And Nagarahole](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/karnataka-fully-reopens-jungle-safaris-at-bandipur-and-nagarahole/) - Karnataka has decided to fully reopen jungle safaris at Bandipur and Nagarahole Tiger Reserves, following the recommendations of a Technical Committee that scientifically assessed the parks' carrying capacity. The state government has accepted the committee's findings and directed that safaris operate in a regulated manner accordingly. Safari operations had been suspended since November 2025, following
- [Deshadan Chola Opens In Thanjavur, Blending Heritage And Comfort](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/deshadan-chola-opens-in-thanjavur-blending-heritage-and-comfort/) - Deshadan Resorts has opened Deshadan Chola Thanjavur, a 16-room boutique property set across four acres close to landmarks including the Brihadeswara Big Temple, Thanjavur Palace, and the Thanjavur Museum. The iconic Velankanni shrine is roughly two hours away by road. Each room comes with a private lawn, with accommodation options ranging from family rooms to
- [Where Luxury Meets Purpose: Vantara Niwas Elevates India’s Wellness Retreat Experience](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/where-luxury-meets-purpose-vantara-niwas-elevates-indias-wellness-retreat-experience/) - Jamnagar is emerging as an unexpected destination on India’s luxury wellness map, thanks to the evolution of Vantara Niwas—an ultra-exclusive retreat that seamlessly blends heritage, mindfulness, and nature-inspired rejuvenation. The property has further strengthened its wellness credentials with the arrival of global wellness brand ELE|NA, marking the company’s debut in India and introducing a new
- [W Hotels Arrives in Delhi NCR, Signalling a Bold New Era for Luxury Hospitality](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/w-hotels-arrives-in-delhi-ncr-signalling-a-bold-new-era-for-luxury-hospitality/) - Marriott International is set to bring its globally acclaimed W Hotels brand to Delhi NCR, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of India’s luxury hospitality landscape. Developed in partnership with the DS Group, the project will introduce the lifestyle-driven brand to one of the country’s most dynamic business and travel hubs, further strengthening the
- [Into the Wild: Rare India Adds Chambal’s Hidden Gem to Its Portfolio](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/into-the-wild-rare-india-adds-chambals-hidden-gem-to-its-portfolio/) - Rare India has expanded its collection of distinctive experiential stays with the addition of Mela Kothi – The Chambal Safari Lodge, strengthening its commitment to responsible tourism and immersive travel experiences across India. Nestled on the edge of the Chambal ravines in Rajasthan, the boutique wilderness retreat offers travellers a rare opportunity to explore one
- [Hilton Accelerates India Expansion with Debut of Spark by Hilton in Bengaluru and Goa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/hilton-accelerates-india-expansion-with-debut-of-spark-by-hilton-in-bengaluru-and-goa/) - Hilton has marked a significant milestone in its South Asia growth strategy with the launch of the first Spark by Hilton hotels in India, opening in Bengaluru and Goa just 18 months after announcing a strategic partnership to develop 150 properties under the brand across the country. The debut of Spark by Hilton introduces the
- [A New Chapter on the Ganges: Rishikesh’s Iconic Aloha Resort Reinvents the Riverside Retreat](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-new-chapter-on-the-ganges-rishikeshs-iconic-aloha-resort-reinvents-the-riverside-retreat/) - Set against the spiritual backdrop of the Ganges and the Himalayan foothills, Aloha On The Ganges in Rishikesh has unveiled a comprehensive transformation designed to elevate the guest experience while preserving the charm that has made it a favourite among travellers for years. The landmark refurbishment marks a significant milestone for one of the destination’s
- [Preserving India’s Culinary Heritage, One Recipe at a Time](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/preserving-indias-culinary-heritage-one-recipe-at-a-time/) - In an era when regional recipes are increasingly reimagined for modern palates, Bengaluru’s Tijouri is taking a different route—one focused on preserving the food memories, traditions, and stories that define India’s rich culinary landscape. Located within the Radisson Blu Atria, the concept has emerged as a unique platform dedicated to celebrating micro-cuisines and the custodians
- [Mumbai's Iconic Gulmurg Reopens At The Shalimar Hotel](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mumbais-iconic-gulmurg-reopens-at-the-shalimar-hotel/) - Gulmurg, the longstanding restaurant at The Shalimar Hotel in Kemps Corner, has reopened following an eighteen-month restoration, marking a new chapter for a space that has anchored South Mumbai's dining culture since 1962. The reopening is less a reinvention than a careful continuation. The refreshed interiors, renewed dining programme, and expanded menu have all been
- [IHCL Signs New SeleQtions Hotel Near Tadoba Tiger Reserve](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-signs-new-seleqtions-hotel-near-tadoba-tiger-reserve/) - IHCL has signed a SeleQtions hotel within Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve in Maharashtra, in partnership with Thriving Hotels Private Limited, marking the brand's entry into one of the state's most prominent wildlife destinations. The 35-room greenfield property will span 17 acres on the outskirts of the reserve, positioned near three of its most accessible and
- [IHCL Opens Ayodhyam, Its New SeleQtions Hotel In Ayodhya](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-opens-ayodhyam-its-new-seleqtions-hotel-in-ayodhya/) - IHCL has opened Ayodhyam, Ayodhya, under its SeleQtions brand, adding a 162-key property to one of India's most significant spiritual tourism destinations. The hotel draws on Ayodhya's cultural and religious heritage, with light-filled, contemporary spaces designed to feel calm and closely connected to the city's character. Dining at Divyam focuses on regional culinary traditions, with
- [Madhya Pradesh's First Glass Bridge Nears Completion In Panna](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/madhya-pradeshs-first-glass-bridge-nears-completion-in-panna/) - Madhya Pradesh's first glass bridge, located at Brihaspati Kund in Panna district, has reached structural completion, though authorities are still finalising details before opening it to tourists. The skywalk measures 28 metres in length, with an 11-metre section suspended over a gorge nearly 700 feet deep. Built using 41mm high-security transparent glass, the structure offers
- [Air India Express Skips Noida Airport's June 15 Launch](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-express-skips-noida-airports-june-15-launch/) - Air India Express has indefinitely postponed its launch from Noida International Airport and has also exited Ghaziabad's Hindon Airport, citing cost-cutting, network rationalisation, and reluctance to invest in new infrastructure given its established presence at Delhi's IGIA. The decision comes against a backdrop of rising fuel costs and operational pressures linked to tensions in West
- [Uttar Pradesh Extends Tiger Safari Season By 15 Days](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/uttar-pradesh-extends-tiger-safari-season-by-15-days/) - Uttar Pradesh has extended the tourist season at its tiger reserves until June 30, pushing back the usual closure date of June 15 due to a delayed monsoon. The extension brings the total season to eight months, having opened earlier than usual on November 1, 2025. Dudhwa, Pilibhit, Amangarh, and Ranipur Tiger Reserves will all
- [JW Marriott Ranthambore Marks Marriott's 10,000th Hotel Globally](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jw-marriott-ranthambore-marks-marriotts-10000th-hotel-globally/) - Marriott International has reached a significant global milestone with the opening of its 10,000th property worldwide, and the honour has gone to India. JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort & Spa in Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan, becomes the company's landmark hotel ahead of its 100th anniversary, and the 11th JW Marriott property in the country. Located adjacent to
- [Noida International Airport Begins Commercial Operations](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/noida-international-airport-begins-commercial-operations/) - Noida International Airport commenced commercial flight operations on Monday, marking a significant milestone for the greenfield project in Jewar. An IndiGo flight from Lucknow became the airport's first commercial landing, touching down to a traditional water cannon welcome before departing for Bengaluru later that morning. In a symbolic touch, around 170 farmers from the Jewar
- [Creative Travel and JungleSutra Make the Nominations at the 33rd World Travel Awards](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-and-junglesutra-make-the-nominations-at-the-33rd-world-travel-awards/) - Trust is not claimed. It is earned, quietly, over time. For 49 years, Creative Travel has been built on one simple promise, which is to never let a partner down. Not once. Not ever. It is a promise we intend to keep. We are deeply honoured to share that we have been nominated at the
- [Assam Launches Kaziranga Heritage to Strengthen Eco and Cultural Tourism](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/assam-launches-kaziranga-heritage-to-strengthen-eco-and-cultural-tourism/) - Assam has inaugurated Kaziranga Heritage, a new hospitality destination set within the Kaziranga landscape, developed through a public-private partnership between the Assam Tourism Development Corporation and Centre Point Hospitality Group. The property was opened by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in the presence of tourism stakeholders and government officials. The estate sits amid the floodplains
- [ELIVAAS Enters Pushkar with First Property in the Pilgrim Town](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/elivaas-enters-pushkar-with-first-property-in-the-pilgrim-town/) - Private villa operator ELIVAAS has launched its first property in Pushkar, expanding its Rajasthan portfolio to over 60 properties across destinations including Udaipur, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Alwar and Neemrana. The new addition, ELIVAAS Tuscun Villa, operates under the company's broader portfolio of brands alongside ELIVAAS Privé and Alaya Stays. The move into Pushkar is driven by
- [Tathastu Resorts Opens Fifth Property at Satpura Tiger Reserve](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tathastu-resorts-opens-fifth-property-at-satpura-tiger-reserve/) - Tathastu Resorts has launched its latest wildlife retreat at Satpura Tiger Reserve, expanding its presence across Central India's forest circuit. Tathastu Satpura joins the group's existing portfolio spanning Pench, Kanha, Tadoba and Bandhavgarh. The property offers 34 villa rooms and 5 pool suites, each oriented toward the forest and designed around privacy and low-density living.
- [Tathastu Resorts Opens Fifth Property at Satpura Tiger Reserve](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tathastu-resorts-opens-fifth-property-at-satpura-tiger-reserve/) - Tathastu Resorts has launched its latest wildlife retreat at Satpura Tiger Reserve, expanding its presence across Central India's forest circuit. Tathastu Satpura joins the group's existing portfolio spanning Pench, Kanha, Tadoba and Bandhavgarh. The property offers 34 villa rooms and 5 pool suites, each oriented toward the forest and designed around privacy and low-density living.
- [CGH Earth Saha Opens Isai Karai, a Coastal Bungalow in Mahabalipuram](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/cgh-earth-saha-opens-isai-karai-a-coastal-bungalow-in-mahabalipuram/) - CGH Earth Saha has opened Isai Karai, a five-room boutique bungalow in Mahabalipuram, just 50 metres from the shores of the Bay of Bengal. The name translates to "musical shore," a fitting reference to the property's setting amid one of Tamil Nadu's most storied coastal towns. The retreat is spread across a three-bedroom main residence
- [Air India Resumes Non-Stop Delhi–Rome Service](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-resumes-non-stop-delhi-rome-service/) - Air India has relaunched non-stop flights between Delhi and Rome Fiumicino, resuming a route that had been suspended for nearly six years. The service operates four times weekly on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, using a Boeing 787-8 aircraft configured with 18 fully flat Business Class beds and 241 Economy seats. Rome becomes Air India's
- [IndiGo Expands International Network with New, Direct Flights between Delhi and Colombo](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-expands-international-network-with-new-direct-flights-between-delhi-and-colombo/) - IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, is further strengthening its connectivity to Sri Lanka, with the launch of new, direct flights between Delhi and Colombo. The service began on 29 March 2026, with the airline will operating six flights every week on this route using its A320 aircraft, offering seamless and convenient travel options for customers. India
- [Ramada by Wyndham Opens in Kathmandu's Dhumbarahi Neighbourhood](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ramada-by-wyndham-opens-in-kathmandus-dhumbarahi-neighbourhood/) - Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has expanded its Nepal presence with the opening of Ramada by Wyndham Kathmandu Dhumbarahi, operated under franchise by Akama Hotel Limited. Located in Dhumbarahi, approximately five kilometres from Tribhuvan International Airport, the 108-room property is well-positioned for both arriving international travellers and those exploring the capital. Interiors draw from Tibetan and
- [India Makes E-Arrival Card Mandatory for Foreign Visitors From April 1, 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-makes-e-arrival-card-mandatory-for-foreign-visitors-from-april-1-2026/) - India has replaced paper immigration forms with a mandatory digital e-Arrival Card for all foreign nationals and OCI cardholders, effective April 1, 2026. The change affects tourists, students, and business travellers entering the country. Indian citizens are exempt. The process is straightforward. Travellers fill out a short form online up to 72 hours before arrival,
- [Rath Yatra: Chariots of Devotion (16th July)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rath-yatra-chariots-of-devotion-16th-july/) - In the coastal town of Puri, the mood begins to change days before anything moves. People gather slowly, conversations soften, and the streets start to feel like they are waiting. By the time Rath Yatra arrives, the town is already in motion. The festival traces its roots back centuries and marks the annual journey of
- [Hemis Festival: Masks and Memory (24-25th June)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/hemis-festival-masks-and-memory-24-25th-june/) - High in the mountains of Ladakh, where the landscape feels almost otherworldly, the courtyards of Hemis Monastery come alive with quiet intensity during the Hemis Festival. Celebrated in honour of Guru Padmasambhava, the festival dates back to the 8th century, when he is believed to have brought Buddhism to the Himalayan region. His presence is
- [Ura Yakchoe: A Sacred Unveiling (28 Apr – 2 May)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ura-yakchoe-a-sacred-unveiling-28-apr-2-may/) - In the quiet valley of Ura Valley, life moves gently through most of the year. But with the arrival of Ura Yakchoe, the stillness gives way to a sense of shared anticipation. Held at the village temple, this festival centres around a sacred relic, believed to have been brought to Bhutan in the 15th century
- [The Oberoi Naila Fort: A Private Legacy](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-oberoi-naila-fort-a-private-legacy/) - Just beyond the bustle of Jaipur, where the land opens into quiet hills, The Oberoi Naila Fort feels less like a hotel and more like a place that has simply been waiting. Built in 1849 by the Champawat clan as a defensive outpost, the fort has lived many lives before being carefully restored into an
- [Mango: India’s Sweetest Obsession](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mango-indias-sweetest-obsession/) - In India, the arrival of summer is not marked by the calendar, but by the scent of mangoes ripening quietly in homes and markets. Known as the national fruit, the mango has been part of the subcontinent’s story for centuries, woven into culture, poetry, and everyday life. Its history stretches back to ancient India, where
- [Creative Travel Honoured at the Inaugural FICCI Travel & Tourism Excellence Awards](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-honoured-at-the-inaugural-ficci-travel-tourism-excellence-awards/) - Creative Travel was honoured with the Best Inbound Tour Operator award at the inaugural FICCI Travel & Tourism Excellence Awards, held on 27 April 2026 during the 15th edition of the Great Indian Travel Bazaar in Jaipur. As one of India’s leading B2B travel platforms, GITB brings together international buyers and the Indian travel industry
- [Creative Travel Recognised for ‘Creating Tourism Experiences’ at the WION & Red Hat Summit 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-recognised-for-creating-tourism-experiences-at-the-wion-red-hat-summit-2026/) - Creative Travel was recognised with the award for ‘Creating Tourism Experiences’ at the WION & Red Hat Iconic Travel & Tourism Summit 2026, held at ITC Maurya, New Delhi. The summit centred around Tourism 4.0: Coding the Resilience of the New Tomorrow, bringing together voices from across travel, hospitality, and technology to discuss the future
- [Masala Chai: Life in a cup](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/masala-chai-life-in-a-cup/) - In India, masala chai is an emotion, an invitation, a punctuation mark in the rhythm of life. It is poured at dawn and again at dusk, clinked between colleagues at roadside taps, offered reverently to guests, and sipped slowly during the monsoon as the world turns to velvet grey. There's always time for chai…and if
- [Royal Orchid Launches Z By Regenta City Centre In Ahmedabad](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/royal-orchid-launches-z-by-regenta-city-centre-in-ahmedabad/) - Royal Orchid Hotels has opened Z by Regenta City Centre Ahmedabad through its subsidiary Regenta Hotels, marking another addition to its Gujarat footprint. Z by Regenta is the group's contemporary lifestyle brand aimed at Gen Z and millennial travellers, built around energetic design, digital-first conveniences, and affordable pricing. The hotel is located in Vastrapur, between
- [Ananta Spa & Resort Jaipur Opens As One Of Rajasthan's Largest Resorts](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ananta-spa-resort-jaipur-opens-as-one-of-rajasthans-largest-resorts/) - Ravi Surya Group has launched Ananta Spa & Resort Jaipur, managed by Black Rock Hotels & Resorts, positioning it among the state's largest luxury resort developments. Located off the Delhi-Jaipur Highway, the property combines Japanese-inspired design with Rajasthan's scale and celebration culture. The resort spans 351 rooms, suites, and villas across five categories, including private
- [LaRiSa Signs Landmark Rewa, Its Fourth Hotel In Madhya Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/larisa-signs-landmark-rewa-its-fourth-hotel-in-madhya-pradesh/) - LaRiSa Hotels and Resorts has signed a management agreement with Cornwall Hotels & Resorts for Landmark Rewa under the AM Hotel Kollection, marking its fourth property in Madhya Pradesh and bringing its national portfolio to 39 hotels. The signing deepens the group's presence in Central India, a region central to its growth so far. Rewa
- [Dusit International Signs Dusit Princess Rishikesh, Opening 2031](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/dusit-international-signs-dusit-princess-rishikesh-opening-2031/) - Dusit International has entered into a management agreement with Atmosphere to introduce its upper-midscale Dusit Princess brand to the Tehri Garhwal region of Uttarakhand, near Rishikesh. Slated to open in 2031, the project marks a meaningful step in Dusit's India expansion within one of the country's most established wellness and adventure tourism corridors. The 300-key
- [Le Rajasthan avance vers une réglementation du tourisme d’observation des léopards à Jawai](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rajasthan-moves-to-regulate-leopard-tourism-in-jawai/) - Jawai a longtemps fonctionné en dehors des circuits de safari structurés qui régissent la plupart des destinations de faune sauvage en Inde. Léopards, communautés Rabari, camps de luxe et opérateurs indépendants partagent ce paysage granitique du district de Pali, au Rajasthan, avec une supervision formelle minimale. Cela est désormais en train de changer. À la
- [Rajasthan will den Leopardentourismus in Jawai regulieren](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rajasthan-moves-to-regulate-leopard-tourism-in-jawai/) - Jawai operierte lange außerhalb der strukturierten Safari-Systeme, die die meisten Wildtierdestinationen Indiens regeln. Leoparden, Rabari-Gemeinschaften, Luxus-Camps und unabhängige Betreiber teilen sich diese Granitlandschaft im Distrikt Pali in Rajasthan mit minimaler formeller Aufsicht. Das ändert sich nun. Nach einer Anordnung des Rajasthan High Court, ausgelöst durch eine öffentliche Interessensklage zu ökologischen Belastungen, hat das staatliche Forstministerium
- [Creative Travel vince il Platinum agli Eventex Awards 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-wins-platinum-at-the-2026-eventex-awards/) - Dalle montagne ghiacciate del Ladakh al cuore spirituale di Varanasi, fino alle coste incontaminate delle Maldive, un viaggio straordinario è stato ora riconosciuto sulla scena globale. Siamo onorati di condividere che Creative Travel ha vinto il Platinum Award agli Eventex Awards 2026, nella categoria Incentive Travel Experience, per il nostro programma incentive Omnilife México. Riconosciuti
- [Creative Travel remporte le Platinum aux Eventex Awards 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-wins-platinum-at-the-2026-eventex-awards/) - Des montagnes glacées du Ladakh au cœur spirituel de Varanasi, en passant par les rivages immaculés des Maldives, un voyage remarquable vient d’être reconnu sur la scène mondiale. Nous sommes honorés d’annoncer que Creative Travel a remporté le Platinum Award aux Eventex Awards 2026, dans la catégorie Incentive Travel Experience, pour notre programme d’incentive Omnilife
- [Creative Travel gewinnt Platinum bei den Eventex Awards 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-wins-platinum-at-the-2026-eventex-awards/) - Von den eisigen Bergen Ladakhs über das spirituelle Herz Varanasis bis hin zu den unberührten Küsten der Malediven wurde eine außergewöhnliche Reise nun auf globaler Bühne ausgezeichnet. Wir freuen uns sehr, mitteilen zu dürfen, dass Creative Travel bei den Eventex Awards 2026 in der Kategorie Incentive Travel Experience für unser Omnilife México Incentive-Programm mit dem
- [Creative Travel ganha Platinum no Eventex Awards 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-wins-platinum-at-the-2026-eventex-awards/) - Das montanhas geladas de Ladakh ao coração espiritual de Varanasi e às praias intocadas das Maldivas, uma jornada extraordinária foi agora reconhecida no cenário global. Temos a honra de compartilhar que a Creative Travel ganhou o Platinum Award no Eventex Awards 2026, na categoria Incentive Travel Experience, pelo nosso programa de incentivo Omnilife México. Reconhecido
- [Creative Travel gana el Platinum en los Eventex Awards 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-wins-platinum-at-the-2026-eventex-awards/) - Desde las montañas heladas de Ladakh hasta el corazón espiritual de Varanasi y las costas prístinas de las Maldivas, una travesía extraordinaria ha sido reconocida ahora en el escenario global. Nos honra compartir que Creative Travel ha ganado el Platinum Award en los Eventex Awards 2026, dentro de la categoría Incentive Travel Experience, por nuestro
- [Belmarose Opens At Sahara Star As Mumbai's New Fine Dining Destination](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/belmarose-opens-at-sahara-star-as-mumbais-new-fine-dining-destination/) - Belmarose has arrived at Sahara Star in Mumbai, offering a 5,000 square foot space that moves from fine dining through to nightlife without missing a beat. Designed around European and Roman aesthetics, the 120-cover venue combines maroon velvet seating, premium leather finishes, and warm ambient lighting to create an atmosphere that feels both intimate and
- [The Residency Signature Opens In Madurai Near Meenakshi Temple](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-residency-signature-opens-in-madurai-near-meenakshi-temple/) - The Residency Group has added Madurai to its portfolio with the opening of The Residency Signature Madurai, situated near the airport and a short distance from the Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple. The property was inaugurated on June 4 by Group Chairman Ravi Appaswamy. Designed by Singapore-based architect Wong Chiu Man, the hotel draws its character from
- [Eco Hotels Opens Its First Boutique Property In Udaipur](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/eco-hotels-opens-its-first-boutique-property-in-udaipur/) - Eco Hotels & Resorts has launched its first boutique property in Udaipur, located near Govardhan Lake in Govardhan Villas. The opening marks the company's entry into one of Rajasthan's most active leisure and wedding markets. The property introduces two dining concepts alongside its accommodation offering. Kick In The Brick is a double-deck rooftop restaurant and
- [Summit Hotels Launches Spiritual Tourism Brand With Salasar Property](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/summit-hotels-launches-spiritual-tourism-brand-with-salasar-property/) - Summit Hotels & Resorts has entered the spiritual tourism segment with the launch of The Mandir Collection, a new hospitality brand focused on pilgrimage destinations and faith-led travel experiences. The first property under the brand, Summit Salasar, is planned near the Salasar Balaji Temple in Rajasthan. The retreat will offer approximately 70 rooms and villas,
- [C.V. Raman: l’uomo che cambiò il modo in cui il mondo vede la luce](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/c-v-raman-the-man-who-changed-how-the-world-sees-light/) - Nel 1921, durante un viaggio verso l’Europa, C.V. Raman osservò il Mar Mediterraneo e non si lasciò convincere dalla spiegazione allora accettata del perché fosse blu. Quella curiosità, precisa e instancabile come era tipico di lui, lo avrebbe condotto sette anni dopo a una delle scoperte più importanti della fisica moderna. Nato a Tiruchirapalli nel
- [C.V. Raman : l’homme qui a changé la façon dont le monde voit la lumière](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/c-v-raman-the-man-who-changed-how-the-world-sees-light/) - En 1921, lors d’un voyage vers l’Europe, C.V. Raman observa la mer Méditerranée et ne fut pas convaincu par l’explication alors admise de sa couleur bleue. Cette curiosité, précise et inlassable comme elle l’était chez lui, le conduirait sept ans plus tard à l’une des découvertes les plus importantes de la physique moderne. Né à
- [C.V. Raman: Der Mann, der veränderte, wie die Welt Licht sieht](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/c-v-raman-the-man-who-changed-how-the-world-sees-light/) - Im Jahr 1921, während einer Reise nach Europa, blickte C.V. Raman auf das Mittelmeer und war von der damals akzeptierten Erklärung dafür, warum es blau ist, nicht überzeugt. Diese für ihn typische, präzise und unermüdliche Neugier führte ihn sieben Jahre später zu einer der bedeutendsten Entdeckungen der modernen Physik. Raman wurde 1888 in Tiruchirapalli geboren
- [C.V. Raman: o homem que mudou a forma como o mundo vê a luz](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/c-v-raman-the-man-who-changed-how-the-world-sees-light/) - Em 1921, durante uma viagem à Europa, C.V. Raman olhou para o mar Mediterrâneo e não se convenceu da explicação aceita para o motivo de ele ser azul. Essa curiosidade, caracteristicamente precisa e incansável, o levaria sete anos depois a uma das descobertas mais importantes da física moderna. Nascido em Tiruchirapalli em 1888, Raman foi
- [C.V. Raman: el hombre que cambió la forma en que el mundo ve la luz](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/c-v-raman-the-man-who-changed-how-the-world-sees-light/) - En 1921, durante un viaje a Europa, C.V. Raman contempló el mar Mediterráneo y no quedó convencido por la explicación aceptada de por qué era azul. Esa curiosidad, precisa e incansable como era característico en él, lo llevaría siete años más tarde a uno de los descubrimientos más importantes de la física moderna. Nacido en
- [Cinque bevande che rinfrescano l’India da secoli](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/five-drinks-that-have-kept-india-cool-for-centuries/) - Molto prima della refrigerazione, l’India aveva già risolto il problema dell’estate. Nelle sue città, nei villaggi e nelle comunità agricole, una silenziosa tradizione di bevande rinfrescanti ha preso forma nel corso dei secoli, ciascuna radicata in ingredienti locali, saggezza pratica e nelle particolari esigenze della terra. Lo shikanji è forse la più universale tra queste:
- [Cinq boissons qui rafraîchissent l’Inde depuis des siècles](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/five-drinks-that-have-kept-india-cool-for-centuries/) - Bien avant la réfrigération, l’Inde avait déjà trouvé une réponse à l’été. Dans ses villes, ses villages et ses communautés agricoles, une tradition discrète de boissons rafraîchissantes a pris forme au fil des siècles, chacune enracinée dans des ingrédients locaux, un savoir pratique et les besoins particuliers du territoire. Le shikanji est peut-être la plus
- [Fünf Getränke, die Indien seit Jahrhunderten kühl gehalten haben](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/five-drinks-that-have-kept-india-cool-for-centuries/) - Lange bevor es Kühlung gab, hatte Indien das Problem des Sommers bereits gelöst. In seinen Städten, Dörfern und bäuerlichen Gemeinschaften entstand über Jahrhunderte hinweg eine stille Tradition kühlender Getränke, jedes verwurzelt in lokalen Zutaten, praktischem Wissen und den besonderen Bedürfnissen des Landes. Shikanji ist vielleicht das universellste von ihnen: eine gewürzte Limonade, verfeinert mit schwarzem
- [Cinco bebidas que refrescam a Índia há séculos](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/five-drinks-that-have-kept-india-cool-for-centuries/) - Muito antes da refrigeração, a Índia já havia resolvido o problema do verão. Em suas cidades, vilarejos e comunidades agrícolas, uma tradição discreta de bebidas refrescantes foi se formando ao longo dos séculos, cada uma enraizada em ingredientes locais, sabedoria prática e nas necessidades específicas da terra. O shikanji talvez seja a mais universal delas:
- [Cinco bebidas que han mantenido fresca a la India durante siglos](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/five-drinks-that-have-kept-india-cool-for-centuries/) - Mucho antes de la refrigeración, la India ya había resuelto el problema del verano. En sus ciudades, pueblos y comunidades agrícolas, una silenciosa tradición de bebidas refrescantes fue tomando forma a lo largo de los siglos, cada una arraigada en ingredientes locales, sabiduría práctica y las necesidades particulares de la tierra. El shikanji es quizás
- [Un forte che resiste da oltre mille anni: Fort Dadhikar, Alwar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-fort-that-has-stood-for-over-a-thousand-years-fort-dadhikar-alwar/) - Da qualche parte tra le colline vicino ad Alwar, abbastanza lontano dalla strada principale da dare una reale sensazione di isolamento, un forte è rimasto in piedi per oltre mille anni. Fort Dadhikar affonda le sue origini in alcuni dei più antichi insediamenti preistorici di questa parte del Rajasthan, e il peso di questa storia
- [Un fort qui se dresse depuis plus de mille ans : Fort Dadhikar, Alwar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-fort-that-has-stood-for-over-a-thousand-years-fort-dadhikar-alwar/) - Quelque part dans les collines près d’Alwar, suffisamment loin de la route principale pour donner une véritable impression d’isolement, un fort se dresse depuis plus de mille ans. Le Fort Dadhikar trouve ses origines dans certains des plus anciens peuplements préhistoriques de cette partie du Rajasthan, et ce poids de l’histoire se ressent dans chaque
- [Eine Festung, die seit über tausend Jahren besteht: Fort Dadhikar, Alwar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-fort-that-has-stood-for-over-a-thousand-years-fort-dadhikar-alwar/) - Irgendwo in den Hügeln nahe Alwar, weit genug von der Hauptstraße entfernt, um sich wirklich abgeschieden anzufühlen, steht seit über tausend Jahren eine Festung. Fort Dadhikar führt seine Ursprünge auf einige der ältesten prähistorischen Siedlungen in diesem Teil Rajasthans zurück, und dieses Gewicht der Geschichte ist in jedem steinernen Korridor und jedem kunstvoll geschnitzten Torbogen
- [Um forte que resiste há mais de mil anos: Fort Dadhikar, Alwar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-fort-that-has-stood-for-over-a-thousand-years-fort-dadhikar-alwar/) - Em algum lugar nas colinas próximas a Alwar, suficientemente distante da estrada principal para parecer genuinamente isolado, um forte permanece de pé há mais de mil anos. O Fort Dadhikar tem suas origens ligadas a alguns dos assentamentos pré-históricos mais antigos desta parte do Rajastão, e esse peso da história está presente em cada corredor
- [Un fuerte que ha permanecido en pie por más de mil años: Fort Dadhikar, Alwar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-fort-that-has-stood-for-over-a-thousand-years-fort-dadhikar-alwar/) - En algún lugar de las colinas cercanas a Alwar, lo suficientemente alejado de la carretera principal como para sentirse verdaderamente apartado, un fuerte ha permanecido en pie durante más de mil años. Fort Dadhikar remonta sus orígenes a algunos de los asentamientos prehistóricos más antiguos de esta parte de Rajasthan, y ese peso de la
- [Pittura Thangka: imparare l’arte del Bhutan](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/thangka-painting-learn-the-art-of-bhutan/) - A Thimphu, all’interno di uno studio dedicato, maestri artisti tramandano da generazioni una delle forme d’arte più sacre del Bhutan. Un laboratorio di pittura Thangka offre un raro accesso a questa tradizione. I rotoli Thangka adornano da secoli le pareti dei monasteri e gli altari domestici in tutto l’Himalaya; ogni immagine è una mappa accuratamente
- [Peinture Thangka : découvrir l’art du Bhoutan](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/thangka-painting-learn-the-art-of-bhutan/) - À Thimphou, dans un atelier dédié, des maîtres artistes transmettent depuis des générations l’une des formes d’art les plus sacrées du Bhoutan. Un atelier de peinture Thangka offre un accès rare à cet héritage. Depuis des siècles, les rouleaux Thangka ornent les murs des monastères et les autels domestiques à travers l’Himalaya. Chaque image constitue
- [Thangka-Malerei: Die Kunst Bhutans kennenlernen](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/thangka-painting-learn-the-art-of-bhutan/) - In Thimphu geben Meisterkünstler in einem eigens dafür vorgesehenen Atelier seit Generationen eine der heiligsten Kunstformen Bhutans weiter. Ein Workshop zur Thangka-Malerei bietet einen seltenen Zugang zu dieser Tradition. Thangka-Rollen schmücken seit Jahrhunderten Klosterwände und Hausaltäre im gesamten Himalaya. Jedes Bild ist eine sorgfältig aufgebaute Darstellung buddhistischer Kosmologie. Figuren, Proportionen und Farben sind keine Fragen
- [Pintura Thangka: Aprenda a arte do Butão](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/thangka-painting-learn-the-art-of-bhutan/) - Em Thimphu, em um estúdio designado, mestres artistas vêm transmitindo há gerações uma das formas de arte mais sagradas do Butão. Um workshop de pintura Thangka oferece um acesso raro a essa linhagem. Os pergaminhos Thangka adornam paredes de mosteiros e altares domésticos em todo o Himalaia há séculos, cada imagem sendo um mapa cuidadosamente
- [Pintura Thangka: Aprende el arte de Bután](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/thangka-painting-learn-the-art-of-bhutan/) - En Timbu, dentro de un estudio designado, maestros artistas han transmitido durante generaciones una de las formas de arte más sagradas de Bután. Un taller de pintura Thangka ofrece un acceso excepcional a ese linaje. Los rollos Thangka han adornado las paredes de monasterios y altares domésticos en todo el Himalaya durante siglos; cada imagen
- [Where Peace Is Not Just a Promise: Sanctuary Amaidiyana, Auroville](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/where-peace-is-not-just-a-promise-sanctuary-amaidiyana-auroville/) - Il nome dice già tutto. «Amaidiyana» significa «pace» in tamil e, in questo rifugio di CGH Earth situato nella tranquilla periferia di Auroville, quella promessa si concretizza nell’architettura, nella cucina e nelle emozioni più profonde. Progettati dall'architetto Mona Doctor Pingel, con sede ad Auroville, gli spazi sono realizzati con pietra tagliata a mano, legno di
- [Là où la paix n’est pas qu’une simple promesse : le sanctuaire Amaidiyana, à Auroville](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/where-peace-is-not-just-a-promise-sanctuary-amaidiyana-auroville/) - Tout est dans le nom. « Amaidiyana » signifie « paix » en tamoul, et dans ce lieu de retraite de CGH Earth, situé dans la tranquillité des environs d’Auroville, cette promesse se concrétise à travers l’architecture, la cuisine et une atmosphère profondément apaisante. Conçus par l’architecte Mona Doctor Pingel, basée à Auroville, les espaces
- [Wo Frieden mehr als nur ein Versprechen ist: Sanctuary Amaidiyana, Auroville](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/where-peace-is-not-just-a-promise-sanctuary-amaidiyana-auroville/) - Der Name sagt schon alles. „Amaidiyana“ ist das tamilische Wort für Frieden, und in diesem Rückzugsort von CGH Earth am ruhigen Rande von Auroville wird dieses Versprechen architektonisch, kulinarisch und auf tief empfundene Weise gelebt. Die von der in Auroville ansässigen Architektin Mona Doctor Pingel entworfenen Räume bestehen aus handbehauenem Stein, wiederverwertetem Holz und lokal
- [Onde a paz não é apenas uma promessa: Santuário Amaidiyana, Auroville](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/where-peace-is-not-just-a-promise-sanctuary-amaidiyana-auroville/) - O nome diz tudo. Amaidiyana significa “paz” em tâmil, e neste retiro da CGH Earth, situado nos tranquilos arredores de Auroville, essa promessa se concretiza na arquitetura, na culinária e é profundamente sentida. Projetados pela arquiteta Mona Doctor Pingel, de Auroville, os espaços são construídos com pedra cortada à mão, madeira recuperada e metal forjado
- [Donde la paz no es solo una promesa: Sanctuary Amaidiyana, Auroville](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/where-peace-is-not-just-a-promise-sanctuary-amaidiyana-auroville/) - El nombre lo dice todo. «Amaidiyana» significa «paz» en tamil, y en este refugio de CGH Earth, situado en los tranquilos alrededores de Auroville, esa promesa se plasma en la arquitectura, la gastronomía y se siente profundamente. Diseñados por la arquitecta Mona Doctor Pingel, con sede en Auroville, los espacios están construidos con piedra cortada
- [Sawan: la stagione che si è scritta nella cultura indiana](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sawan-the-season-that-wrote-itself-into-indian-culture/) - Nessuna stagione in India ha ispirato quanto Sawan. Questo mese del monsone, che arriva a luglio e si prolunga fino ad agosto, è stato una musa per poeti, registi, musicisti classici e pittori per ben oltre mille anni, e la sua presa sull’immaginario indiano non mostra alcun segno di indebolimento. Kalidasa inserì il monsone nelle
- [Sawan : la saison qui s’est inscrite dans la culture indienne](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sawan-the-season-that-wrote-itself-into-indian-culture/) - Aucune saison en Inde n’a autant inspiré que Sawan. Ce mois de mousson, qui arrive en juillet et se prolonge jusqu’en août, est une muse pour les poètes, les cinéastes, les musiciens classiques et les peintres depuis bien plus de mille ans, et son emprise sur l’imaginaire indien ne montre aucun signe d’affaiblissement. Kalidasa a
- [Sawan: die Jahreszeit, die sich in die indische Kultur eingeschrieben hat](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sawan-the-season-that-wrote-itself-into-indian-culture/) - Keine Jahreszeit in Indien hat so viel inspiriert wie Sawan. Dieser Monsunmonat, der im Juli beginnt und bis in den August hineinreicht, ist seit weit über tausend Jahren eine Muse für Dichter, Filmemacher, klassische Musiker und Maler. Seine Wirkung auf die indische Vorstellungskraft zeigt keine Anzeichen des Nachlassens. Kalidasa schrieb den Monsun in das Fundament
- [Sawan: a estação que se inscreveu na cultura indiana](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sawan-the-season-that-wrote-itself-into-indian-culture/) - Nenhuma estação na Índia inspirou tanto quanto Sawan. Esse mês das monções, que chega em julho e se prolonga por agosto, tem sido uma musa para poetas, cineastas, músicos clássicos e pintores há mais de mil anos, e sua força no imaginário indiano não mostra sinais de enfraquecimento. Kalidasa inseriu as monções nos alicerces da
- [Sawan: la estación que se escribió a sí misma en la cultura india](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sawan-the-season-that-wrote-itself-into-indian-culture/) - Ninguna estación en la India ha inspirado tanto como Sawan. Este mes del monzón, que llega en julio y se extiende hasta agosto, ha sido una musa para poetas, cineastas, músicos clásicos y pintores durante más de mil años, y su presencia en la imaginación india no muestra señales de desvanecerse. Kalidasa incorporó el monzón
- [Pulikali: il giorno in cui Thrissur si trasforma in una parata di tigri (29 agosto 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pulikali-the-day-thrissur-turns-into-a-parade-of-tigers-29-august-2026/) - La maggior parte delle feste del raccolto ha un tono solenne. Pulikali no. Ogni anno, il quarto giorno di Onam, le strade di Thrissur si riempiono di centinaia di uomini dipinti dalla testa ai piedi come tigri e leopardi, che scuotono il ventre e danzano al ritmo fragoroso del tamburo Chenda. È una delle celebrazioni
- [Pulikali : le jour où Thrissur se transforme en parade de tigres (29 août 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pulikali-the-day-thrissur-turns-into-a-parade-of-tigers-29-august-2026/) - La plupart des fêtes des récoltes ont un caractère solennel. Pulikali, lui, ne l’est pas. Chaque année, le quatrième jour d’Onam, les rues de Thrissur se remplissent de centaines d’hommes peints de la tête aux pieds en tigres et en léopards, faisant vibrer leur ventre et dansant au rythme tonitruant du tambour Chenda. C’est l’une
- [Pulikali: Der Tag, an dem Thrissur zu einer Parade der Tiger wird (29. August 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pulikali-the-day-thrissur-turns-into-a-parade-of-tigers-29-august-2026/) - Die meisten Erntefeste haben einen feierlichen Charakter. Pulikali nicht. Jedes Jahr, am vierten Tag von Onam, füllen sich die Straßen von Thrissur mit Hunderten von Männern, die von Kopf bis Fuß als Tiger und Leoparden bemalt sind, ihre Bäuche schwingen lassen und zum donnernden Klang der Chenda-Trommel tanzen. Es ist eine der fröhlichsten und unkonventionellsten
- [Pulikali: O dia em que Thrissur se transforma em uma parada de tigres (29 de agosto de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pulikali-the-day-thrissur-turns-into-a-parade-of-tigers-29-august-2026/) - A maioria dos festivais da colheita tem um caráter solene. Pulikali, não. Todos os anos, no quarto dia de Onam, as ruas de Thrissur se enchem de centenas de homens pintados da cabeça aos pés como tigres e leopardos, balançando a barriga e dançando ao som poderoso do tambor Chenda. É uma das celebrações mais
- [Pulikali: El día en que Thrissur se convierte en un desfile de tigres (29 de agosto de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pulikali-the-day-thrissur-turns-into-a-parade-of-tigers-29-august-2026/) - La mayoría de los festivales de la cosecha son celebraciones solemnes. Pulikali no lo es. Cada año, en el cuarto día de Onam, las calles de Thrissur se llenan de cientos de hombres pintados de pies a cabeza como tigres y leopardos, moviendo el vientre y bailando al ritmo atronador del tambor Chenda. Es una
- [Festival Esala di Kataragama: l’atto di devozione più impavido dello Sri Lanka (luglio/agosto 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kataragama-esala-festival-sri-lankas-most-fearless-act-of-devotion-july-august-2026/) - Nella città sacra di Kataragama, nel sud dello Sri Lanka, ogni anno accade qualcosa di straordinario sotto la luna piena di Esala. Per quattordici notti, uno dei festival più antichi e viscerali dell’Asia richiama oltre mezzo milione di pellegrini di diverse fedi in una celebrazione che resiste da più di duemila anni. Queste fedi includono
- [Festival Esala de Kataragama : l’acte de dévotion le plus intrépide du Sri Lanka (juillet/août 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kataragama-esala-festival-sri-lankas-most-fearless-act-of-devotion-july-august-2026/) - Dans la ville sacrée de Kataragama, au sud du Sri Lanka, quelque chose d’extraordinaire se déroule chaque année sous la pleine lune d’Esala. Pendant quatorze nuits, l’un des festivals les plus anciens et les plus saisissants d’Asie attire plus d’un demi-million de pèlerins de toutes confessions dans une célébration qui perdure depuis plus de deux
- [Kataragama Esala Festival: Sri Lankas furchtlosester Akt der Hingabe (Juli/August 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kataragama-esala-festival-sri-lankas-most-fearless-act-of-devotion-july-august-2026/) - In der heiligen Stadt Kataragama im Süden Sri Lankas ereignet sich jedes Jahr unter dem Esala-Vollmond etwas Außergewöhnliches. Vierzehn Nächte lang zieht eines der ältesten und eindringlichsten Feste Asiens mehr als eine halbe Million Pilger verschiedener Glaubensrichtungen an – zu einer Feier, die seit über zweitausend Jahren Bestand hat. Zu diesen Glaubensrichtungen gehören Hinduismus, Buddhismus,
- [Festival Esala de Kataragama: o ato de devoção mais destemido do Sri Lanka (julho/agosto de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kataragama-esala-festival-sri-lankas-most-fearless-act-of-devotion-july-august-2026/) - Na cidade sagrada de Kataragama, no sul do Sri Lanka, algo extraordinário acontece todos os anos sob a lua cheia de Esala. Durante catorze noites, um dos festivais mais antigos e intensos da Ásia reúne mais de meio milhão de peregrinos de diferentes crenças em uma celebração que perdura há mais de dois mil anos.
- [Festival Esala de Kataragama: el acto de devoción más intrépido de Sri Lanka (julio/agosto de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kataragama-esala-festival-sri-lankas-most-fearless-act-of-devotion-july-august-2026/) - En la sagrada ciudad de Kataragama, en el sur de Sri Lanka, cada año ocurre algo extraordinario bajo la luna llena de Esala. Durante catorce noches, uno de los festivales más antiguos y viscerales de Asia reúne a más de medio millón de peregrinos de distintas creencias en una celebración que ha perdurado por más
- [Il Rajasthan si muove per regolamentare il turismo dei leopardi a Jawai](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rajasthan-moves-to-regulate-leopard-tourism-in-jawai/) - Jawai ha operato a lungo al di fuori dei circuiti safari strutturati che regolano la maggior parte delle destinazioni faunistiche dell’India. Leopardi, comunità Rabari, campi di lusso e operatori indipendenti hanno condiviso questo paesaggio granitico nel distretto di Pali, in Rajasthan, con una supervisione formale minima. Ora la situazione sta cambiando. A seguito di un’ordinanza
- [Il bufalo selvatico ritorna a Kanha dopo quattro decenni in Madhya Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/wild-buffalo-return-to-kanha-after-four-decades-in-mp/) - Il Madhya Pradesh ha reintrodotto il bufalo d’acqua selvatico asiatico nella Riserva delle Tigri di Kanha, segnando il ritorno della specie nella regione per la prima volta dal 1979. Quattro bufali subadulti sono stati trasferiti dall’Assam nella prima fase, con l’obiettivo di stabilire una popolazione fondatrice di 50 animali. Otto saranno trasferiti durante questa stagione.
- [Il Parco Nazionale di Bhitarkanika chiude per tre mesi per la nidificazione dei coccodrilli](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bhitarkanika-national-park-closes-for-three-months-for-crocodile-nesting/) - Il Parco Nazionale di Bhitarkanika, nel distretto di Kendrapara, in Odisha, è chiuso ai turisti fino al 31 luglio, mentre prende il via la stagione annuale di accoppiamento e nidificazione dei coccodrilli marini. La chiusura, entrata in vigore il 1° maggio, è una misura di conservazione volta a proteggere una delle più straordinarie storie di
- [FLY91 aggiunge tre città e cinque nuove rotte alla sua rete](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/fly91-adds-three-cities-and-five-new-routes-to-its-network/) - La compagnia regionale FLY91 sta ampliando la propria rete con l’aggiunta di Rajahmundry, Vijayawada e Hubballi, insieme a cinque nuovi settori che saranno introdotti gradualmente tra il 10 e il 17 aprile 2026. Il nuovo programma include doppi voli giornalieri sulle rotte Hyderabad-Rajahmundry e Hyderabad-Vijayawada, servizi giornalieri che collegano Hyderabad con Hubballi e Hubballi con
- [L’aeroporto di Leh più che raddoppia i voli giornalieri prima della stagione turistica](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/leh-airport-more-than-doubles-daily-flights-ahead-of-tourism-season/) - L’Aeroporto Kushok Bakula Rimpochee di Leh ha visto le sue operazioni giornaliere più che raddoppiare, passando da otto a 18 voli al giorno, con due ulteriori servizi attesi a breve. L’aumento, annunciato dal Luogotenente Governatore del Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, collega Leh con Delhi, Mumbai, Srinagar e Chandigarh, oltre a due voli charter per Delhi
- [Air India riduce le rotte internazionali fino ad agosto 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-scales-back-international-routes-through-august-2026/) - Air India ha annunciato una razionalizzazione della propria rete internazionale tra giugno e agosto 2026, citando i prezzi record del carburante per aviazione e le continue restrizioni dello spazio aereo in alcune regioni. La compagnia ha fermamente smentito le affermazioni circolate secondo cui tutti i voli internazionali sarebbero stati cancellati, definendole false e infondate. Nonostante
- [Gli idrovolanti collegheranno per la prima volta le isole Lakshadweep](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/seaplanes-to-connect-lakshadweep-islands-for-the-first-time/) - Raggiungere Lakshadweep ha significato a lungo affrontare un viaggio in mare di 10-20 ore oppure affidarsi a un unico volo, molto richiesto, per l’isola di Agatti. Questo potrebbe cambiare. A partire dal 13 maggio 2026, 12 voli di prova in idrovolante opereranno da Kochi, testando la fattibilità di un servizio commerciale che colleghi più isole
- [Lo Sri Lanka estende l’accesso gratuito al visto a 40 Paesi per rilanciare il turismo](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-expands-free-visa-access-to-40-countries-to-boost-tourism-2/) - Lo Sri Lanka ha approvato l’ingresso gratuito con visto per i cittadini di 40 Paesi, ampliando in modo significativo una misura che in precedenza era estesa solo a sette nazioni. Le normative, approvate nell’ambito della Legge sull’Immigrazione e l’Emigrazione, comprendono importanti mercati di provenienza, tra cui Regno Unito, Stati Uniti, Canada, Australia, Francia, Germania, Giappone,
- [Jazeera Airways aggiunge quattro nuove destinazioni indiane via Dammam](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jazeera-airways-adds-four-new-indian-destinations-via-dammam/) - Jazeera Airways ha ampliato la sua rete in India con il lancio di quattro nuove destinazioni: Calicut, Tiruchirappalli, Mangalore e Kannur, tutte operate via Aeroporto di Dammam. Le nuove rotte entreranno in vigore tra il 7 e il 14 aprile, con due frequenze settimanali su ciascun settore. Queste aggiunte portano a 12 il numero totale
- [Olive Garden apre il suo primo ristorante in India ad Aerocity, Delhi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/olive-garden-opens-its-first-india-restaurant-at-delhis-aerocity/) - Olive Garden ha fatto il suo debutto in India con un ristorante flagship presso World St., Worldmark Aerocity, a New Delhi. Portato nel Paese da Gourmet Investments Hospitality Group in partnership con Darden International & Franchising, il lancio segna l’inizio di un’espansione nazionale pianificata per il brand di cucina italo-americana. La sede di Aerocity richiama
- [Kairali Ayurvedic Group lancia un resort boutique dedicato al benessere nel sud di Goa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kairali-ayurvedic-group-launches-boutique-wellness-resort-in-south-goa/) - Kairali Ayurvedic Group è entrato nel segmento dell’ospitalità di lusso con Villa Raag, un rifugio fronte mare di sei camere ad Agonda Beach, nella regione di Canacona, nel sud di Goa. La proprietà segna il primo ingresso del brand del benessere nell’ospitalità boutique, con un posizionamento rivolto chiaramente ai viaggiatori internazionali in cerca di privacy,
- [Le buffle sauvage revient à Kanha après quatre décennies dans le Madhya Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/wild-buffalo-return-to-kanha-after-four-decades-in-mp/) - Le Madhya Pradesh a réintroduit le buffle sauvage d’Asie dans la réserve de tigres de Kanha, marquant le retour de l’espèce dans la région pour la première fois depuis 1979. Quatre buffles subadultes ont été transférés depuis l’Assam lors de la première phase, avec l’objectif d’établir une population fondatrice de 50 animaux. Huit seront déplacés
- [Le parc national de Bhitarkanika ferme trois mois pour la nidification des crocodiles](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bhitarkanika-national-park-closes-for-three-months-for-crocodile-nesting/) - Le parc national de Bhitarkanika, dans le district de Kendrapara, en Odisha, est fermé aux touristes jusqu’au 31 juillet, alors que débute la saison annuelle de reproduction et de nidification des crocodiles marins. La fermeture, entrée en vigueur le 1er mai, est une mesure de conservation destinée à protéger l’une des plus remarquables histoires de
- [FLY91 ajoute trois villes et cinq nouvelles routes à son réseau](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/fly91-adds-three-cities-and-five-new-routes-to-its-network/) - La compagnie régionale FLY91 étend son réseau avec l’ajout de Rajahmundry, Vijayawada et Hubballi, ainsi que cinq nouveaux secteurs introduits progressivement entre le 10 et le 17 avril 2026. Le nouveau programme comprend deux vols quotidiens sur les routes Hyderabad-Rajahmundry et Hyderabad-Vijayawada, des services quotidiens reliant Hyderabad à Hubballi et Hubballi à Bengaluru, cinq vols
- [L’aéroport de Leh fait plus que doubler ses vols quotidiens avant la saison touristique](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/leh-airport-more-than-doubles-daily-flights-ahead-of-tourism-season/) - L’aéroport Kushok Bakula Rimpochee de Leh a vu ses opérations quotidiennes plus que doubler, passant de huit à 18 vols par jour, avec deux services supplémentaires attendus prochainement. Cette augmentation, annoncée par le lieutenant-gouverneur du Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, relie Leh à Delhi, Mumbai, Srinagar et Chandigarh, ainsi qu’à deux vols charters vers Delhi et
- [Air India réduit ses routes internationales jusqu’en août 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-scales-back-international-routes-through-august-2026/) - Air India a annoncé une rationalisation de son réseau international entre juin et août 2026, invoquant des prix record du carburant aviation et des restrictions persistantes de l’espace aérien dans certaines régions. La compagnie a fermement démenti les affirmations circulant selon lesquelles tous les vols internationaux auraient été annulés, les qualifiant de fausses et infondées.
- [Des hydravions relieront les îles Lakshadweep pour la première fois](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/seaplanes-to-connect-lakshadweep-islands-for-the-first-time/) - Se rendre aux Lakshadweep a longtemps impliqué soit un voyage en mer de 10 à 20 heures, soit un unique vol très demandé vers l’île d’Agatti. Cela pourrait changer. À partir du 13 mai 2026, 12 vols d’essai en hydravion seront opérés depuis Kochi, afin de tester la viabilité d’un service commercial reliant plusieurs îles
- [Le Sri Lanka étend l’accès gratuit au visa à 40 pays pour stimuler le tourisme](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-expands-free-visa-access-to-40-countries-to-boost-tourism-2/) - Le Sri Lanka a approuvé l’entrée gratuite avec visa pour les ressortissants de 40 pays, élargissant considérablement une mesure qui ne concernait auparavant que sept nations. Les réglementations, adoptées dans le cadre de la loi sur l’immigration et l’émigration, couvrent d’importants marchés émetteurs, notamment le Royaume-Uni, les États-Unis, le Canada, l’Australie, la France, l’Allemagne, le
- [Jazeera Airways ajoute quatre nouvelles destinations indiennes via Dammam](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jazeera-airways-adds-four-new-indian-destinations-via-dammam/) - Jazeera Airways a élargi son réseau en Inde avec le lancement de quatre nouvelles destinations : Calicut, Tiruchirappalli, Mangalore et Kannur, toutes opérées via l’aéroport de Dammam. Les nouvelles liaisons entreront en service entre le 7 et le 14 avril, avec deux fréquences hebdomadaires sur chaque secteur. Ces ajouts portent à 12 le nombre total
- [Olive Garden ouvre son premier restaurant en Inde à Aerocity, Delhi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/olive-garden-opens-its-first-india-restaurant-at-delhis-aerocity/) - Olive Garden fait ses débuts en Inde avec un restaurant flagship à World St., Worldmark Aerocity, à New Delhi. Introduite dans le pays par Gourmet Investments Hospitality Group, en partenariat avec Darden International & Franchising, cette ouverture marque le début d’un déploiement national prévu pour la marque de restauration américano-italienne. L’adresse d’Aerocity s’inspire de l’esthétique
- [Kairali Ayurvedic Group lance un resort boutique dédié au bien-être dans le sud de Goa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kairali-ayurvedic-group-launches-boutique-wellness-resort-in-south-goa/) - Kairali Ayurvedic Group fait son entrée dans l’hôtellerie de luxe avec Villa Raag, une retraite en bord de mer de six chambres située à Agonda Beach, dans la région de Canacona, au sud de Goa. La propriété marque la première incursion de la marque de bien-être dans l’hôtellerie boutique, avec un positionnement clairement destiné aux
- [Wildbüffel kehren nach vier Jahrzehnten nach Kanha in Madhya Pradesh zurück](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/wild-buffalo-return-to-kanha-after-four-decades-in-mp/) - Madhya Pradesh hat den Asiatischen Wildwasserbüffel im Kanha Tiger Reserve wiederangesiedelt und damit die Rückkehr der Art in die Region erstmals seit 1979 markiert. Vier subadulte Büffel wurden in der ersten Phase aus Assam umgesiedelt, mit dem Ziel, eine Gründerpopulation von 50 Tieren aufzubauen. Acht Tiere sollen in dieser Saison umgesiedelt werden. Die Wiederansiedlung erfolgt
- [Bhitarkanika-Nationalpark schließt drei Monate wegen der Brutzeit der Krokodile](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bhitarkanika-national-park-closes-for-three-months-for-crocodile-nesting/) - Der Bhitarkanika-Nationalpark im Distrikt Kendrapara in Odisha ist bis zum 31. Juli für Touristen geschlossen, da die jährliche Paarungs- und Brutzeit der Salzwasserkrokodile beginnt. Die Schließung, die am 1. Mai in Kraft trat, ist eine Schutzmaßnahme, die eine der bemerkenswertesten Erfolgsgeschichten der indischen Wildtiererholung während ihrer empfindlichsten Phase bewahren soll. Forstbeamte weisen darauf hin, dass
- [FLY91 nimmt drei Städte und fünf neue Strecken in sein Netzwerk auf](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/fly91-adds-three-cities-and-five-new-routes-to-its-network/) - Die Regionalfluggesellschaft FLY91 erweitert ihr Netzwerk um Rajahmundry, Vijayawada und Hubballi sowie um fünf neue Strecken, die zwischen dem 10. und 17. April 2026 schrittweise eingeführt werden. Der neue Flugplan umfasst zweimal tägliche Flüge auf den Strecken Hyderabad-Rajahmundry und Hyderabad-Vijayawada, tägliche Verbindungen zwischen Hyderabad und Hubballi sowie zwischen Hubballi und Bengaluru, fünf wöchentliche Flüge auf
- [Flughafen Leh verdoppelt tägliche Flüge vor der Tourismussaison mehr als](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/leh-airport-more-than-doubles-daily-flights-ahead-of-tourism-season/) - Der Flughafen Kushok Bakula Rimpochee in Leh hat seine täglichen Flugbewegungen mehr als verdoppelt: von acht auf 18 Flüge pro Tag, zwei weitere Verbindungen sollen in Kürze folgen. Die Erhöhung, angekündigt vom Vizegouverneur von Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, verbindet Leh mit Delhi, Mumbai, Srinagar und Chandigarh sowie mit zwei Charterflügen nach Delhi und Chandigarh. Der
- [Air India reduziert internationale Strecken bis August 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-scales-back-international-routes-through-august-2026/) - Air India hat eine Rationalisierung ihres internationalen Streckennetzes zwischen Juni und August 2026 angekündigt und verweist dabei auf Rekordpreise für Flugtreibstoff sowie anhaltende Luftraumbeschränkungen in bestimmten Regionen. Die Fluggesellschaft hat kursierende Behauptungen, wonach alle internationalen Flüge gestrichen worden seien, entschieden zurückgewiesen und als falsch und unbegründet bezeichnet. Trotz der Kürzungen wird Air India weiterhin mehr
- [Wasserflugzeuge sollen erstmals die Lakshadweep-Inseln verbinden](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/seaplanes-to-connect-lakshadweep-islands-for-the-first-time/) - Lakshadweep zu erreichen, bedeutete lange Zeit entweder eine 10- bis 20-stündige Seereise oder einen einzigen, stark nachgefragten Flug zur Insel Agatti. Das könnte sich ändern. Ab dem 13. Mai 2026 sollen 12 Testflüge mit Wasserflugzeugen ab Kochi durchgeführt werden, um die Machbarkeit eines kommerziellen Dienstes zu prüfen, der mehrere Inseln des Archipels miteinander verbindet. Die
- [Sri Lanka erweitert den kostenlosen Visazugang auf 40 Länder, um den Tourismus anzukurbeln](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-expands-free-visa-access-to-40-countries-to-boost-tourism-2/) - Sri Lanka hat die kostenlose Einreise mit Visum für Staatsangehörige aus 40 Ländern genehmigt und damit eine Regelung deutlich ausgeweitet, die zuvor nur für sieben Nationen galt. Die im Rahmen des Einwanderungs- und Auswanderungsgesetzes verabschiedeten Bestimmungen umfassen wichtige Herkunftsmärkte wie das Vereinigte Königreich, die Vereinigten Staaten, Kanada, Australien, Frankreich, Deutschland, Japan, Indien, China und die
- [Jazeera Airways nimmt vier neue indische Ziele über Dammam auf](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jazeera-airways-adds-four-new-indian-destinations-via-dammam/) - Jazeera Airways hat ihr Streckennetz in Indien mit der Einführung von vier neuen Zielen erweitert: Calicut, Tiruchirappalli, Mangalore und Kannur. Alle Verbindungen werden über den Flughafen Dammam durchgeführt. Die neuen Strecken treten zwischen dem 7. und 14. April in Kraft und werden jeweils zweimal wöchentlich bedient. Mit diesen Erweiterungen steigt die Gesamtzahl der indischen Ziele
- [Olive Garden eröffnet erstes Restaurant in Indien in Delhis Aerocity](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/olive-garden-opens-its-first-india-restaurant-at-delhis-aerocity/) - Olive Garden hat mit einem Flagship-Restaurant in World St., Worldmark Aerocity, in Neu-Delhi sein Debüt in Indien gegeben. Die Marke wurde von der Gourmet Investments Hospitality Group in Partnerschaft mit Darden International & Franchising ins Land gebracht. Die Eröffnung markiert den Beginn einer geplanten landesweiten Expansion der amerikanisch-italienischen Restaurantmarke. Der Standort in Aerocity greift die
- [Kairali Ayurvedic Group eröffnet Boutique-Wellness-Resort in Süd-Goa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kairali-ayurvedic-group-launches-boutique-wellness-resort-in-south-goa/) - Die Kairali Ayurvedic Group ist mit Villa Raag, einem Strandrefugium mit sechs Zimmern am Agonda Beach in der Region Canacona in Süd-Goa, in die Luxushotellerie eingestiegen. Die Unterkunft markiert den ersten Vorstoß der Wellnessmarke in die Boutique-Hotellerie und richtet sich gezielt an internationale Reisende, die Privatsphäre, persönliche Betreuung und ganzheitliches Wohlbefinden suchen. Das Resort erstreckt
- [Rajasthan avança para regulamentar o turismo de leopardos em Jawai](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rajasthan-moves-to-regulate-leopard-tourism-in-jawai/) - Jawai há muito tempo opera fora dos circuitos estruturados de safári que regulam a maioria dos destinos de vida selvagem da Índia. Leopardos, comunidades Rabari, acampamentos de luxo e operadores independentes compartilham essa paisagem granítica no distrito de Pali, em Rajasthan, com supervisão formal mínima. Isso agora está mudando. Após uma ordem do Tribunal Superior
- [Búfalos selvagens retornam a Kanha após quatro décadas em Madhya Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/wild-buffalo-return-to-kanha-after-four-decades-in-mp/) - Madhya Pradesh reintroduziu o búfalo-asiático-selvagem na Reserva de Tigres de Kanha, marcando o retorno da espécie à região pela primeira vez desde 1979. Quatro búfalos subadultos foram translocados de Assam na primeira fase, com a meta de estabelecer uma população fundadora de 50 animais. Oito serão transferidos nesta temporada. A reintrodução está sendo realizada sob
- [Parque Nacional Bhitarkanika fecha por três meses para a nidificação dos crocodilos](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bhitarkanika-national-park-closes-for-three-months-for-crocodile-nesting/) - O Parque Nacional Bhitarkanika, no distrito de Kendrapara, em Odisha, foi fechado aos turistas até 31 de julho, enquanto começa a temporada anual de acasalamento e nidificação dos crocodilos-de-água-salgada. O fechamento, que entrou em vigor em 1º de maio, é uma medida de conservação voltada a proteger uma das histórias de recuperação da vida selvagem
- [FLY91 adiciona três cidades e cinco novas rotas à sua malha](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/fly91-adds-three-cities-and-five-new-routes-to-its-network/) - A companhia regional FLY91 está expandindo sua malha com a adição de Rajahmundry, Vijayawada e Hubballi, além de cinco novos trechos que serão introduzidos em fases entre 10 e 17 de abril de 2026. A nova programação inclui voos duplos diários nas rotas Hyderabad-Rajahmundry e Hyderabad-Vijayawada, serviços diários conectando Hyderabad a Hubballi e Hubballi a
- [Aeroporto de Leh mais que dobra voos diários antes da temporada turística](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/leh-airport-more-than-doubles-daily-flights-ahead-of-tourism-season/) - O Aeroporto Kushok Bakula Rimpochee, em Leh, viu suas operações diárias mais que dobrarem, passando de oito para 18 voos por dia, com dois serviços adicionais esperados em breve. O aumento, anunciado pelo vice-governador de Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, conecta Leh a Delhi, Mumbai, Srinagar e Chandigarh, além de dois voos fretados para Delhi e
- [Air India reduz rotas internacionais até agosto de 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-scales-back-international-routes-through-august-2026/) - A Air India anunciou uma racionalização de sua malha internacional entre junho e agosto de 2026, citando preços recordes do combustível de aviação e restrições contínuas de espaço aéreo em determinadas regiões. A companhia aérea negou firmemente as alegações em circulação de que todos os voos internacionais foram cancelados, classificando-as como falsas e infundadas. Apesar
- [Hidroaviões conectarão as ilhas Lakshadweep pela primeira vez](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/seaplanes-to-connect-lakshadweep-islands-for-the-first-time/) - Chegar a Lakshadweep há muito tempo significa enfrentar uma viagem marítima de 10 a 20 horas ou conseguir um lugar no único voo, bastante disputado, para a Ilha Agatti. Isso pode mudar. A partir de 13 de maio de 2026, 12 voos experimentais de hidroavião operarão a partir de Kochi, testando a viabilidade de um
- [Sri Lanka amplia acesso gratuito a visto para 40 países a fim de impulsionar o turismo](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-expands-free-visa-access-to-40-countries-to-boost-tourism-2/) - O Sri Lanka aprovou a entrada gratuita com visto para cidadãos de 40 países, ampliando significativamente uma facilidade que antes era estendida a apenas sete nações. As regulamentações, aprovadas no âmbito da Lei de Imigração e Emigração, abrangem importantes mercados emissores, incluindo Reino Unido, Estados Unidos, Canadá, Austrália, França, Alemanha, Japão, Índia, China e Emirados
- [Jazeera Airways adiciona quatro novos destinos na Índia via Dammam](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jazeera-airways-adds-four-new-indian-destinations-via-dammam/) - A Jazeera Airways ampliou sua malha na Índia com o lançamento de quatro novos destinos: Calicut, Tiruchirappalli, Mangalore e Kannur, todos operados via Aeroporto de Dammam. As novas rotas entram em operação entre 7 e 14 de abril, com duas frequências semanais em cada trecho. As adições elevam para 12 o número total de destinos
- [Olive Garden abre seu primeiro restaurante na Índia em Aerocity, Delhi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/olive-garden-opens-its-first-india-restaurant-at-delhis-aerocity/) - O Olive Garden estreou na Índia com um restaurante flagship no World St., Worldmark Aerocity, em Nova Delhi. Trazida ao país pelo Gourmet Investments Hospitality Group, em parceria com a Darden International & Franchising, a inauguração marca o início de uma expansão nacional planejada para a marca de culinária ítalo-americana. A unidade de Aerocity se
- [Kairali Ayurvedic Group lança resort boutique de bem-estar no sul de Goa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kairali-ayurvedic-group-launches-boutique-wellness-resort-in-south-goa/) - O Kairali Ayurvedic Group entrou no segmento da hotelaria de luxo com o Villa Raag, um refúgio à beira-mar com seis quartos em Agonda Beach, na região de Canacona, no sul de Goa. A propriedade marca a primeira incursão da marca de bem-estar na hotelaria boutique, posicionada diretamente para viajantes internacionais em busca de privacidade,
- [El aeropuerto de Leh más que duplica sus vuelos diarios antes de la temporada turística](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/leh-airport-more-than-doubles-daily-flights-ahead-of-tourism-season/) - El Aeropuerto Kushok Bakula Rimpochee de Leh ha visto cómo sus operaciones diarias se han más que duplicado, pasando de ocho a 18 vuelos por día, con dos servicios adicionales previstos próximamente. El aumento, anunciado por el vicegobernador de Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, conecta Leh con Delhi, Mumbai, Srinagar y Chandigarh, además de dos vuelos
- [Air India reduce rutas internacionales hasta agosto de 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-scales-back-international-routes-through-august-2026/) - Air India ha anunciado una racionalización de su red internacional entre junio y agosto de 2026, citando precios récord del combustible de aviación y restricciones continuas del espacio aéreo en ciertas regiones. La aerolínea ha negado firmemente las afirmaciones que circulan sobre la cancelación de todos sus vuelos internacionales, calificándolas de falsas e infundadas. A
- [Hidroaviones conectarán las islas Lakshadweep por primera vez](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/seaplanes-to-connect-lakshadweep-islands-for-the-first-time/) - Llegar a Lakshadweep ha significado durante mucho tiempo realizar un viaje marítimo de entre 10 y 20 horas, o tomar un único vuelo, con alta demanda, hacia la isla de Agatti. Eso podría cambiar. A partir del 13 de mayo de 2026, operarán 12 vuelos de prueba en hidroavión desde Kochi, para evaluar la viabilidad
- [Sri Lanka amplía el acceso gratuito de visa a 40 países para impulsar el turismo](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-expands-free-visa-access-to-40-countries-to-boost-tourism-2/) - Sri Lanka ha aprobado la entrada gratuita con visa para ciudadanos de 40 países, ampliando de manera significativa una facilidad que anteriormente se extendía solo a siete naciones. Las regulaciones, aprobadas bajo la Ley de Inmigración y Emigración, incluyen importantes mercados emisores como el Reino Unido, Estados Unidos, Canadá, Australia, Francia, Alemania, Japón, India, China
- [Jazeera Airways suma cuatro nuevos destinos en India vía Dammam](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jazeera-airways-adds-four-new-indian-destinations-via-dammam/) - Jazeera Airways ha ampliado su red en India con el lanzamiento de cuatro nuevos destinos: Calicut, Tiruchirappalli, Mangalore y Kannur, todos operados vía el Aeropuerto de Dammam. Las nuevas rutas entran en vigor entre el 7 y el 14 de abril, con dos frecuencias semanales en cada sector. Estas incorporaciones elevan a 12 el número
- [Olive Garden abre su primer restaurante en India en Aerocity, Delhi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/olive-garden-opens-its-first-india-restaurant-at-delhis-aerocity/) - Olive Garden ha debutado en India con un restaurante insignia en World St., Worldmark Aerocity, en Nueva Delhi. La llegada de la marca al país está a cargo de Gourmet Investments Hospitality Group, en asociación con Darden International & Franchising, y marca el inicio de una expansión nacional planificada para la marca de gastronomía ítalo-estadounidense.
- [Kairali Ayurvedic Group lanza un resort boutique de bienestar en el sur de Goa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kairali-ayurvedic-group-launches-boutique-wellness-resort-in-south-goa/) - Kairali Ayurvedic Group ha ingresado al segmento de la hospitalidad de lujo con Villa Raag, un retiro frente al mar de seis habitaciones ubicado en Agonda Beach, en la región de Canacona, al sur de Goa. La propiedad marca la primera incursión de la marca de bienestar en la hospitalidad boutique, dirigida claramente a viajeros
- [Rajasthan avanza para regular el turismo de leopardos en Jawai](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rajasthan-moves-to-regulate-leopard-tourism-in-jawai/) - Jawai ha operado durante mucho tiempo fuera de los circuitos estructurados de safari que rigen la mayoría de los destinos de vida silvestre de India. Leopardos, comunidades Rabari, campamentos de lujo y operadores independientes han compartido este paisaje granítico en el distrito de Pali, Rajasthan, con una supervisión formal mínima. Eso ahora está cambiando. Tras
- [El búfalo salvaje regresa a Kanha después de cuatro décadas en Madhya Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/wild-buffalo-return-to-kanha-after-four-decades-in-mp/) - Madhya Pradesh ha reintroducido el búfalo de agua salvaje asiático en la Reserva de Tigres de Kanha, marcando el regreso de la especie a la región por primera vez desde 1979. Cuatro búfalos subadultos han sido trasladados desde Assam en la primera fase, con el objetivo de establecer una población fundadora de 50 animales. Ocho
- [El Parque Nacional Bhitarkanika cierra durante tres meses por la anidación de cocodrilos](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bhitarkanika-national-park-closes-for-three-months-for-crocodile-nesting/) - El Parque Nacional Bhitarkanika, en el distrito de Kendrapara, Odisha, ha cerrado al turismo hasta el 31 de julio, mientras comienza la temporada anual de apareamiento y anidación de los cocodrilos de agua salada. El cierre, que entró en vigor el 1 de mayo, es una medida de conservación destinada a proteger una de las
- [FLY91 suma tres ciudades y cinco nuevas rutas a su red](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/fly91-adds-three-cities-and-five-new-routes-to-its-network/) - La aerolínea regional FLY91 está ampliando su red con la incorporación de Rajahmundry, Vijayawada y Hubballi, junto con cinco nuevos sectores que se introducirán por fases entre el 10 y el 17 de abril de 2026. El nuevo horario incluye vuelos dobles diarios en las rutas Hyderabad-Rajahmundry y Hyderabad-Vijayawada, servicios diarios que conectan Hyderabad con
- [Anjuna's Backroom, Goa Is the Bar You Find on Purpose](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/anjunas-backroom-goa-is-the-bar-you-find-on-purpose/) - Backroom Goa doesn't announce itself. Tucked into the quieter lanes of Anjuna, away from the performance of Goa's more familiar nightlife, it is the kind of place you arrive at deliberately rather than stumble upon. And once inside, time has a way of slipping past unnoticed. The concept draws from the idea of a bar's
- [Arirasa Opens in Jaipur, Reclaiming the City's Cultural Memory](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/arirasa-opens-in-jaipur-reclaiming-the-citys-cultural-memory/) - Jaipur's dining scene has a new addition that looks deliberately backwards to move forward. Arirasa, a fine-dining restaurant rooted in North Indian vegetarian cuisine, takes its name from two words: Ari, meaning wheel, and Rasa, the essence of life. Together, they frame the restaurant's central premise that time is cyclical and what once defined a
- [Bhutan's First Luxury Hotel Finds a Home With Rare India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bhutans-first-luxury-hotel-finds-a-home-with-rare-india/) - Rare India, the South Asian experiential hospitality platform founded by Shoba Rudra in 2003, has welcomed Zhiwaling in Paro Valley to its curated portfolio. Established in 2005, Zhiwaling holds the distinction of being Bhutan's first luxury hotel developed by Bhutanese entrepreneurs and remains the only property in the country to earn National Geographic Unique Lodge
- [InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort Reopens After Transformation](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/intercontinental-chennai-mahabalipuram-resort-reopens-after-transformation/) - InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort has relaunched following a multi-million-dollar overhaul, emerging as a significantly expanded coastal property on the Coromandel Coast. The reimagined resort introduces new luxury suites with plunge pools, additional restaurants and bars, a sports pavilion, scenic walking trails, and a meditation garden. At the heart of the events offering is the Vaibhava
- [Golden Chariot Luxury Train Returns For 2026-27 With Upgraded Interiors](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/golden-chariot-luxury-train-returns-for-2026-27-with-upgraded-interiors/) - The Golden Chariot is back for its 2026-27 season with a refreshed look and updated amenities, offering travellers a more polished way to explore South India's heritage landscapes. IRCTC has introduced a 20% promotional discount on select departures, with an additional 5% early-bird reduction for advance payments made by June 30, 2026. The upgrades span
- [Minimalist Hotels Debuts In Udaipur With A 1820s Heritage Haveli](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/minimalist-hotels-debuts-in-udaipur-with-a-1820s-heritage-haveli/) - Minimalist Hotels is making its Udaipur debut with the launch of Lake Pichola Edit, a boutique heritage property set within Bawlas ki Haveli on Bhimparmeshwar Marg, expected to open by the end of May 2026. The haveli dates to 1820, originally gifted to a Rajput noble of the Mewar royal court and historically used to
- [Assam Tea Estate Opens India's First Dedicated Tea Experience Centre](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/assam-tea-estate-opens-indias-first-dedicated-tea-experience-centre/) - As auction prices stagnate and consumer habits shift, one Assam tea estate is taking a different approach. Amchong Tea Estate near Guwahati has launched Amchong Leaf, claiming the title of India's first dedicated tea experience centre, with the goal of repositioning tea from a daily staple to a cultural and craft product. The centre offers
- [Black Lacquer Opens As Mumbai's First Serious Vinyl Listening Bar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/black-lacquer-opens-as-mumbais-first-serious-vinyl-listening-bar/) - There is a new kind of nightlife tucked beneath Roswyn, a Morgans Originals Hotel in Mumbai. Black Lacquer is an underground vinyl listening bar built around a single premise: music first, everything else in service of it. Originally conceived in London, the space draws its mood from late-night Tokyo and 1950s Miami. The room is
- [TAB Opens At Phoenix Palladium Bringing American Flavours To Mumbai](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tab-opens-at-phoenix-palladium-bringing-american-flavours-to-mumbai/) - Lower Parel has a new all-day dining address. TAB, short for The American Buzz, has opened at Phoenix Palladium's gourmet village, bringing New York-style pizzas, smoked meats, and craft cocktails to a 2,100 square foot space designed around the energy of American street culture. The kitchen is guided by chef Irfan Pabaney, known for his
- [Karnataka To Replace Open Safari Vehicles With Enclosed Buses](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/karnataka-to-replace-open-safari-vehicles-with-enclosed-buses/) - Karnataka is overhauling safari safety across its tiger reserves and wildlife sanctuaries, with Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre directing officials to replace open camper vehicles with fully enclosed buses. The move follows the death of a tourist at Dubare elephant camp in Kodagu on May 18, during a clash between two trained elephants. The directive covers
- [The Fern Hotels Signs Three New Properties Across Gujarat](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-fern-hotels-signs-three-new-properties-across-gujarat/) - The Fern Hotels & Resorts is expanding its Gujarat footprint with three new signings in Rajkot, Vadodara, and Surat, reinforcing its presence across some of the state's key commercial and leisure markets. The Fern Residency Rajkot will cater to both business and social demand, with facilities designed for events, meetings, and celebrations. It is scheduled
- [Siciliana Brings Southern Italian Dining To Phoenix Mall Of Asia](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/siciliana-brings-southern-italian-dining-to-phoenix-mall-of-asia/) - Siciliana, the Italian dining concept from Speciality Restaurants Limited, has opened at Bengaluru's Phoenix Mall of Asia, marking the brand's entry into the city following successful launches in Kolkata, Mumbai, and Thane. Inspired by the relaxed rhythms of Southern Italy, the restaurant is designed as a contemporary Mediterranean trattoria, with terracotta textures, earthy tones, and
- [Accor's Mantis Brand Makes Its India Debut In Nagarhole](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/accors-mantis-brand-makes-its-india-debut-in-nagarhole/) - Accor is bringing its conservation-led Mantis brand to India for the first time, with the signing of Mantis Nagarhole, a premium wilderness retreat on the edge of Karnataka's Nagarhole Tiger Reserve. Scheduled to open in 2028, the project marks a significant addition to India's eco-luxury hospitality landscape. The 31-key retreat will be spread across approximately
- [Andhra Pradesh Gets Central Approval For 10 Seaplane Locations](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/andhra-pradesh-gets-central-approval-for-10-seaplane-locations/) - Andhra Pradesh is moving closer to launching seaplane services after the Centre granted in-principle approval for water aerodrome construction at 10 locations across the state. Each project is estimated at Rs 20 crore, with funding support provided under the UDAN regional connectivity scheme. The approved sites span Vijayawada, Srisailam, Araku, Lambasingi, Kakinada, Rajahmundry, Tirupati, Suryalanka,
- [IHCL Brings Gateway Brand To Bharatpur With New Resort Signing](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-brings-gateway-brand-to-bharatpur-with-new-resort-signing/) - Indian Hotels Company has signed a Gateway resort in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, adding to its growing presence in the state's leisure and wedding hospitality market. The 105-key brownfield project is located on the Jaipur-Agra highway, within reach of the Keoladeo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's most celebrated bird sanctuaries.
- [IHG Signs InterContinental Resort In Jaipur, Opening 2030](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihg-signs-intercontinental-resort-in-jaipur-opening-2030/) - IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Makson India Hospitality to develop InterContinental Resort Jaipur Achrol, adding a significant luxury property to its India pipeline. Scheduled to open in early 2030, the resort will span 16 acres on the Delhi-Jaipur Road in Achrol, offering 189 guest rooms and 36 villas across 225
- [Accor's TRIBE Brand Makes Its South Asia Debut In Kathmandu](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/accors-tribe-brand-makes-its-south-asia-debut-in-kathmandu/) - Accor has signed TRIBE Kathmandu Budhanilkantha, marking the design-led brand's first entry into South Asia. Scheduled to open in 2029, the 100-key hotel is being developed in partnership with Sabrina Limited and will bring a contemporary, community-focused hospitality concept to one of Kathmandu's quieter, greener districts. Located in Budhanilkantha, the property sits close to key
- [Cochin Royal Heritage Trail](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/royal-heritage-trail/) - Embark on an enchanting voyage through the illustrious history of Kochi with our Royal Heritage Trail. Delve into the captivating saga of the Cochin Royal Family, one of Kerala's premier dynasties, whose profound influence continues to shape the region's cultural ethos. Trace the storied origins of the Cochin Royal Family and their enduring impact on
- [Buddha Purnima / Vesak (1 May 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/buddha-purnima-vesak-1-may-2026/) - Once a year, on the full moon of Vaishakha, three of the most profound moments in Buddhist history are honoured at once: the birth, enlightenment, and passing of the Buddha. It is the holiest day of the Buddhist calendar, and across India, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan, a few days are marked with greater reverence. In
- [Ladakh in Bloom: Apricot Blossom Festival (8–16 April 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ladakh-in-bloom-apricot-blossom-festival-8-16-april-2026/) - For a few weeks each spring, before the high passes open and the summer crowds arrive, Ladakh belongs entirely to the apricot tree. Pink and white blossoms spread through the lower valleys in waves – Sham, Aryan, Nubra – transforming one of the world's most dramatic landscapes into something unexpectedly tender. The Apricot Blossom Festival,
- [IHG opens voco Amritsar, marking Punjab debut](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihg-opens-voco-amritsar-marking-punjab-debut/) - voco Hotels, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, has opened voco Amritsar, introducing the brand to Punjab and expanding upscale hospitality in the historic city. Positioned close to Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, the hotel is designed to cater to both business and leisure travellers. The property features 139 contemporary rooms that combine
- [Bandipur, Nagarahole safaris resume under restricted operations](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bandipur-nagarahole-safaris-resume-under-restricted-operations/) - Safari services have restarted at Bandipur Tiger Reserve and Nagarahole Tiger Reserve in Karnataka following a temporary suspension linked to concerns around human-wildlife conflict. The Forest Department has resumed operations with shorter durations and limits on vehicle numbers. The reopening offers relief to tourism businesses and local communities across the Bandipur–Nagarahole–Kabini wildlife circuit, where regulated
- [Guwahati Airport’s new terminal begins commercial operations](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/guwahati-airports-new-terminal-begins-commercial-operations/) - Commercial operations have commenced at the new terminal of Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati, expanding the airport’s annual passenger capacity to 13.1 million. The facility opened two months after its inauguration and marks a major infrastructure upgrade for Northeast India. The expansion strengthens Guwahati’s role as the region’s primary aviation gateway, supporting new
- [Radisson Hotel Group Brings Park Inn by Radisson to Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/radisson-hotel-group-brings-park-inn-by-radisson-to-jabalpur-madhya-pradesh/) - Radisson Hotel Group has expanded its central India portfolio with the launch of Park Inn by Radisson Jabalpur, its latest addition to a growing presence across Madhya Pradesh. Situated opposite Bargi Hills Colony and approximately 30 minutes from Jabalpur Airport, the property is well-placed for both business and leisure travellers, with easy access to landmarks
- [Andaman to Host Surfing Festival This April](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/andaman-to-host-surfing-festival-this-april/) - The Andaman & Nicobar Islands will come alive with surf culture as Little Andaman hosts a four-day Surfing Festival from 9–12 April at the iconic Butler Bay. Organised by the A&N Administration's Tourism Department in association with the Surfing Federation of India, the event celebrates adventure and the islands' rising identity as a surf destination.
- [Cheetahs Roam from Kuno to Rajasthan in Natural Territorial Expansion](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/cheetahs-roam-from-kuno-to-rajasthan-in-natural-territorial-expansion/) - Two cheetahs from Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh have been tracked travelling 60–70 km into Baran, Rajasthan, a movement the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has described as natural territorial behaviour. The animals, KP2 and KP3, are among the first generation of cubs born in India, descended from African cheetahs translocated under Project Cheetah
- [The Bar That Bottles Rajasthan: Dore Is Udaipur's Most Exciting Opening Yet](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-bar-that-bottles-rajasthan-dore-is-udaipurs-most-exciting-opening-yet/) - Udaipur has no shortage of rooftop views, but Dore, the newest bar to open atop Manuscript Jhilwara Haveli, offers something rarer: a cocktail menu that reads like a love letter to Rajasthan. Conceptualised by Pranav Sharma of Manuscript and Mumbai-based bar veteran Sagar Neve, Dore takes the state's flavours, folklore, and traditions and reimagines them,
- [Where Stillness Is the Whole Point: SwaSwara By CGH Earth](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/where-stillness-is-the-whole-point-swaswara-by-cgh-earth/) - There are wellness retreats that offer spa menus, and then there are places that are genuinely built around rest. SwaSwara by CGH Earth, tucked into 26 acres of coastal gardens above Om Beach in Gokarna, belongs firmly to the latter. The retreat's 24 Konkan villas are unhurried by design, with private gardens, earthy tones, and
- [A Palace Built for This Century, Rooted in Another: Abheygarh, Shekhawati](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-palace-built-for-this-century-rooted-in-another-abheygarh-shekhawati/) - Shekhawati has long been Rajasthan's quieter chapter, a region of painted havelis and unhurried desert towns that rewards those who venture beyond the well-worn circuit. Abheygarh, the newest property from Alsisar Hotels, gives it a landmark worthy of the detour. Carved from luminous Jaisalmer stone and set against forested hills in Khetri, the palace arrives
- [Baisakhi: A Harvest of Joy and Prosperity (14 April 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/baisakhi-a-harvest-of-joy-and-prosperity-14-april-2026/) - Few festivals in India hold as many threads at once as Baisakhi. On the same day each April, Punjab celebrates the wheat harvest, marks the Sikh New Year, and honours one of the most defining moments in Sikh history, the founding of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699. That layering of joy, faith,
- [Amartya Sen: The Economist Who Taught the World to Measure What Matters](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amartya-sen-the-economist-who-taught-the-world-to-measure-what-matters/) - In 1998, when the Nobel Committee recognised Amartya Sen for his contributions to welfare economics, it was an acknowledgement of something that had already quietly reshaped how the world thought about poverty, freedom, and human dignity. Sen's most influential intervention was deceptively simple: that development could not be measured by income alone. His Capability Approach
- [Daulat ki Chaat: The Winter Dessert That Disappears Before Noon](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/daulat-ki-chaat-the-winter-dessert-that-disappears-before-noon/) - If you have never heard of Daulat ki Chaat, you are not alone, and that is rather the point. This is a dessert that exists only in the cold months, only in the lanes of Old Delhi, and only until midday, when the foam it is made from quietly collapses. Miss the window, and you
- [Pugdundee Safaris Hosts Second Edition of Mahua Festival Across Central India Lodges](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pugdundee-safaris-hosts-second-edition-of-mahua-festival-across-central-india-lodges/) - Pugdundee Safaris has announced the second edition of its Mahua Festival, running from April 1 to 5, 2026, across five of its jungle lodges in Central India: Kings Lodge and Tree House Hideaway in Bandhavgarh, Kanha Earth Lodge in Kanha, Pench Tree Lodge in Pench, and Denwa Backwater Escape in Satpura. The festival is built
- [Thrissur Pooram (26 April 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/thrissur-pooram-26-april-2026/) - There is no festival in Kerala quite like Thrissur Pooram and arguably, nothing in India that matches its particular combination of devotion, spectacle, and sound. Every year on a single day in April, the ancient Vadakkunnathan Temple becomes the stage for one of the subcontinent's great ritual gatherings. Ten temples converge at Thekkinkadu Maidanam, each
- [Nepal Dismisses Reports Of New Restrictions On Indian Tourists](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/nepal-dismisses-reports-of-new-restrictions-on-indian-tourists/) - Nepal has moved quickly to counter reports suggesting it had imposed new restrictions on Indian tourists, calling the claims entirely false and misleading. The Nepal Tourism Board issued a formal statement expressing concern over inaccurate information circulating across media and online platforms. Specific claims that Nepal had introduced mandatory identity card requirements at the border,
- [Adani Airports And IHG Partner To Build Five Hotels Across India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/adani-airports-and-ihg-partner-to-build-five-hotels-across-india/) - Adani Airport Holdings has signed an agreement with IHG Hotels & Resorts to develop five hotels across key airport-linked destinations, adding close to 1,500 keys to India's hospitality pipeline. Properties will come up in Jaipur, Mangaluru, Thiruvananthapuram, and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The partnership also marks the Indian debut of Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, IHG's
- [Noida Airport Sets Rs 490 Domestic Departure Fee Before June Launch](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/noida-airport-sets-rs-490-domestic-departure-fee-before-june-launch/) - India's airport tariff regulator AERA has fixed the user development fee at Noida International Airport at Rs 490 for departing domestic passengers and Rs 980 for departing international passengers, ahead of the airport's commercial launch on June 15. Arriving domestic passengers will pay Rs 210, with international arrivals charged Rs 420. The rates are lower
- [Jewar Airport Faces Fare Problem Before Its June 15 Launch](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jewar-airport-faces-fare-problem-before-its-june-15-launch/) - Noida International Airport was positioned as a more affordable alternative to Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. Early ticket data suggests the opposite may be true, with flights from Jewar priced higher than comparable routes from IGI on several key sectors, including Mumbai, Kolkata, and Lucknow. The primary driver is the User Development Fee. Jewar's UDF
- [Sri Lanka Makes ETA Mandatory for All Tourists](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-makes-eta-mandatory-for-all-tourists/) - Travellers heading to Sri Lanka for short-term visits must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before departure. The new directive, issued by the Department of Immigration and Emigration, makes it compulsory for all foreign tourists to secure travel clearance before arrival, marking a shift from the earlier on-arrival options. The policy aims to streamline entry
- [Vada Pav: Mumbai’s Favorite Bite-Sized Legend](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/vada-pav-mumbais-favorite-bite-sized-legend/) - Born in the bustling streets of Mumbai in the state of Maharashtra, Vada Pav originally fueled mill workers and daily commuters who needed something quick, hot, and affordable. Over time, it has evolved from a humble workers’ snack into a citywide obsession, often called Mumbai’s “vegetarian burger.” You’ll find it everywhere – from tiny roadside
- [Creative Travel premiata alla prima edizione dei FICCI Travel & Tourism Excellence Awards](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-honoured-at-the-inaugural-ficci-travel-tourism-excellence-awards/) - Creative Travel è stata premiata come Miglior Tour Operator Incoming alla prima edizione dei FICCI Travel & Tourism Excellence Awards, tenutasi il 27 aprile 2026 durante la 15ª edizione del Great Indian Travel Bazaar a Jaipur. In qualità di una delle principali piattaforme B2B di viaggio in India, il GITB riunisce buyer internazionali e l’industria
- [Creative Travel honorée lors de la première édition des FICCI Travel & Tourism Excellence Awards](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-honoured-at-the-inaugural-ficci-travel-tourism-excellence-awards/) - Creative Travel a été honorée du prix du Meilleur Tour-Opérateur Réceptif lors de la première édition des FICCI Travel & Tourism Excellence Awards, qui s’est tenue le 27 avril 2026 pendant la 15e édition du Great Indian Travel Bazaar à Jaipur. En tant que l’une des principales plateformes B2B de voyage en Inde, le GITB
- [Creative Travel bei den ersten FICCI Travel & Tourism Excellence Awards ausgezeichnet](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-honoured-at-the-inaugural-ficci-travel-tourism-excellence-awards/) - Creative Travel wurde bei den ersten FICCI Travel & Tourism Excellence Awards mit der Auszeichnung als Best Inbound Tour Operator geehrt. Die Preisverleihung fand am 27. April 2026 im Rahmen der 15. Ausgabe des Great Indian Travel Bazaar in Jaipur statt. Als eine der führenden B2B-Reiseplattformen Indiens bringt der GITB internationale Einkäufer und die indische
- [Creative Travel homenageada na edição inaugural do FICCI Travel & Tourism Excellence Awards](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-honoured-at-the-inaugural-ficci-travel-tourism-excellence-awards/) - A Creative Travel foi homenageada com o prêmio de Melhor Operadora de Turismo Receptivo na edição inaugural do FICCI Travel & Tourism Excellence Awards, realizada em 27 de abril de 2026 durante a 15ª edição do Great Indian Travel Bazaar, em Jaipur. Como uma das principais plataformas B2B de viagens da Índia, o GITB reúne
- [Creative Travel reconocida en los Premios Inaugurales FICCI Travel & Tourism Excellence Awards](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-honoured-at-the-inaugural-ficci-travel-tourism-excellence-awards/) - Creative Travel fue reconocida con el premio a Mejor Operador Turístico Receptivo en la edición inaugural de los FICCI Travel & Tourism Excellence Awards, celebrada el 27 de abril de 2026 durante la 15.ª edición del Great Indian Travel Bazaar en Jaipur. Como una de las principales plataformas B2B de viajes de la India, GITB
- [Creative Travel premiata per “Creating Tourism Experiences” al WION & Red Hat Summit 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-recognised-for-creating-tourism-experiences-at-the-wion-red-hat-summit-2026/) - Creative Travel è stata premiata con il riconoscimento “Creating Tourism Experiences” al WION & Red Hat Iconic Travel & Tourism Summit 2026, tenutosi presso l’ITC Maurya di Nuova Delhi. Il summit si è concentrato sul tema Tourism 4.0: Coding the Resilience of the New Tomorrow, riunendo voci provenienti dai settori dei viaggi, dell’ospitalità e della
- [Creative Travel récompensée pour “Creating Tourism Experiences” au WION & Red Hat Summit 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-recognised-for-creating-tourism-experiences-at-the-wion-red-hat-summit-2026/) - Creative Travel a reçu le prix “Creating Tourism Experiences” lors du WION & Red Hat Iconic Travel & Tourism Summit 2026, qui s’est tenu à l’ITC Maurya, à New Delhi. Le sommet était consacré au thème Tourism 4.0: Coding the Resilience of the New Tomorrow, réunissant des voix issues des secteurs du voyage, de l’hôtellerie
- [Creative Travel für „Creating Tourism Experiences“ beim WION & Red Hat Summit 2026 ausgezeichnet](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-recognised-for-creating-tourism-experiences-at-the-wion-red-hat-summit-2026/) - Creative Travel wurde beim WION & Red Hat Iconic Travel & Tourism Summit 2026, der im ITC Maurya in Neu-Delhi stattfand, mit der Auszeichnung „Creating Tourism Experiences“ gewürdigt. Der Gipfel stand unter dem Leitthema Tourism 4.0: Coding the Resilience of the New Tomorrow und brachte Stimmen aus den Bereichen Reisen, Gastgewerbe und Technologie zusammen, um
- [Creative Travel reconhecida por “Criar Experiências Turísticas” no WION & Red Hat Summit 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-recognised-for-creating-tourism-experiences-at-the-wion-red-hat-summit-2026/) - A Creative Travel foi reconhecida com o prêmio de “Criar Experiências Turísticas” no WION & Red Hat Iconic Travel & Tourism Summit 2026, realizado no ITC Maurya, em Nova Délhi. A cúpula teve como tema central Tourism 4.0: Coding the Resilience of the New Tomorrow, reunindo vozes dos setores de viagens, hospitalidade e tecnologia para
- [Creative Travel reconocida por “Crear Experiencias Turísticas” en la Cumbre WION & Red Hat 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-recognised-for-creating-tourism-experiences-at-the-wion-red-hat-summit-2026/) - Creative Travel fue reconocida con el premio a “Crear Experiencias Turísticas” en la WION & Red Hat Iconic Travel & Tourism Summit 2026, celebrada en ITC Maurya, Nueva Delhi. La cumbre se centró en Tourism 4.0: Coding the Resilience of the New Tomorrow, reuniendo voces de los sectores de viajes, hospitalidad y tecnología para dialogar
- [Air India Cuts International Flights Through July Over Costs](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-cuts-international-flights-through-july-over-costs/) - Air India is scaling back its international schedule through July, with reductions potentially affecting up to 100 flights daily. Routes between India and North America are expected to bear the greatest impact. Two factors are driving the decision: rising jet fuel prices and airspace restrictions linked to the West Asia conflict, which have forced airlines
- [Wild Calm Retreat Launches In Sasan Gir, Gujarat](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/wild-calm-retreat-launches-in-sasan-gir-gujarat/) - Opulent Oasis Hospitality has entered India's hospitality market with Wild Calm, a nature-led retreat in Sasan Gir, Gujarat. The venture is led by founder Bhavik Sheth, with a focus on experiential stays that sit between high-end luxury and standardised hotel offerings. The 53-key property will feature private pool villas and alternative stay formats, situated within
- [Emirates Nears Full Network Restoration, Reinforcing Dubai’s Role as a Global Aviation Hub](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/emirates-nears-full-network-restoration-reinforcing-dubais-role-as-a-global-aviation-hub/) - With 96 per cent of its worldwide network restored, Emirates signals renewed confidence in long-haul travel demand while strengthening Dubai’s position as a critical gateway connecting Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Emirates has announced that it has restored 96 per cent of its global flight network, marking a major milestone in the airline’s post-pandemic
- [Sri Lanka Opens Doors Wider with Free Visa Approval for 40 Nations](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-opens-doors-wider-with-free-visa-approval-for-40-nations/) - Sri Lanka has taken a significant step towards boosting international tourism, with Parliament approving regulations to offer free visas to travellers from 40 countries for a one-year period. The move, passed under the Immigration and Emigration Act, is expected to strengthen the island nation’s appeal as a competitive and accessible destination in South Asia. The
- [Star Air Expands Regional Footprint, Strengthening Connectivity to Emerging Indian Destinations](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/star-air-expands-regional-footprint-strengthening-connectivity-to-emerging-indian-destinations/) - The airline’s latest network expansion highlights the growing importance of regional aviation in unlocking tourism potential and improving accessibility to India’s lesser-connected cultural and coastal destinations. Star Air has announced a further expansion of its domestic network with the addition of new routes connecting destinations including Diu and Kolhapur, reinforcing its commitment to regional aviation
- [IndiGo to Commence First Commercial Operations from Noida International Airport in June](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-to-commence-first-commercial-operations-from-noida-international-airport-in-june/) - The launch of inaugural services from Jewar marks a defining moment for India’s evolving aviation infrastructure, positioning the National Capital Region for a new phase of connectivity and regional growth. IndiGo will begin commercial flight operations from Noida International Airport at Jewar on 15 June 2026, becoming one of the first carriers to operate from
- [Lo Sri Lanka approva il visto gratuito per i viaggiatori di 40 Paesi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-approves-free-visa-facility-for-travellers-from-40-countries/) - Lo Sri Lanka ha compiuto un passo significativo per rafforzare il proprio settore turistico, con l’approvazione da parte del Parlamento di nuove normative nell’ambito della Legge sull’Immigrazione e l’Emigrazione, volte a offrire un visto gratuito ai viaggiatori provenienti da 40 Paesi. La misura rientra in un più ampio impegno del governo per attrarre un maggior
- [Le Sri Lanka approuve la gratuité des visas pour les voyageurs de 40 pays](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-approves-free-visa-facility-for-travellers-from-40-countries/) - Le Sri Lanka a franchi une étape importante pour renforcer son secteur touristique, avec l’approbation par le Parlement de nouvelles réglementations dans le cadre de la loi sur l’immigration et l’émigration, afin d’offrir un visa gratuit aux voyageurs de 40 pays. Cette mesure s’inscrit dans les efforts plus larges du gouvernement visant à attirer davantage
- [Sri Lanka genehmigt kostenlose Visa für Reisende aus 40 Ländern](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-approves-free-visa-facility-for-travellers-from-40-countries/) - Sri Lanka hat einen wichtigen Schritt zur Stärkung seines Tourismussektors unternommen: Das Parlament hat neue Regelungen im Rahmen des Einwanderungs- und Auswanderungsgesetzes verabschiedet, die Reisenden aus 40 Ländern eine kostenlose Visumsmöglichkeit bieten. Die Maßnahme ist Teil umfassenderer Bemühungen der Regierung, mehr internationale Besucher anzuziehen und Reisen nach Sri Lanka einfacher und attraktiver zu machen.
- [Sri Lanka aprova visto gratuito para viajantes de 40 países](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-approves-free-visa-facility-for-travellers-from-40-countries/) - O Sri Lanka deu um passo importante para fortalecer seu setor de turismo, com a aprovação, pelo Parlamento, de novas regulamentações no âmbito da Lei de Imigração e Emigração para oferecer visto gratuito a viajantes de 40 países. A medida faz parte de um esforço mais amplo do governo para atrair mais visitantes internacionais e
- [Sri Lanka aprueba visa gratuita para viajeros de 40 países](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-approves-free-visa-facility-for-travellers-from-40-countries/) - Sri Lanka ha dado un paso importante para fortalecer su sector turístico, luego de que el Parlamento aprobara nuevas regulaciones bajo la Ley de Inmigración y Emigración para ofrecer una visa gratuita a viajeros de 40 países. La medida forma parte de un esfuerzo más amplio del gobierno para atraer a más visitantes internacionales y
- [Zubin Mehta: Una vita nella musica](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/zubin-mehta-a-life-in-music/) - In un mondo spesso diviso da lingue e confini, Zubin Mehta ha scelto la musica come suo modo per collegare tutto. Nato a Mumbai nel 1936 in una famiglia parsi profondamente legata alla musica, i suoi primi anni furono plasmati dall’influenza del padre, violinista e fondatore della Bombay Symphony Orchestra. Ciò che iniziò in casa
- [Zubin Mehta : Une vie en musique](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/zubin-mehta-a-life-in-music/) - Dans un monde souvent divisé par les langues et les frontières, Zubin Mehta a choisi la musique comme moyen de tout relier. Né à Mumbai en 1936 dans une famille parsie profondément ancrée dans la musique, ses premières années ont été façonnées par l’influence de son père, violoniste et fondateur de l’Orchestre symphonique de Bombay.
- [Zubin Mehta: Ein Leben für die Musik](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/zubin-mehta-a-life-in-music/) - In einer Welt, die oft durch Sprache und Grenzen getrennt ist, wählte Zubin Mehta die Musik als seinen Weg, alles miteinander zu verbinden. 1936 in Mumbai in eine parsische Familie geboren, die tief in der Musik verwurzelt war, wurden seine frühen Jahre stark vom Einfluss seines Vaters geprägt, einem Geiger und Gründer des Bombay Symphony
- [Zubin Mehta: Uma vida na música](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/zubin-mehta-a-life-in-music/) - Em um mundo muitas vezes dividido por idiomas e fronteiras, Zubin Mehta escolheu a música como sua forma de conectar tudo. Nascido em Mumbai, em 1936, em uma família parsi profundamente ligada à música, seus primeiros anos foram moldados pela influência de seu pai, violinista e fundador da Orquestra Sinfônica de Bombaim. O que começou
- [Zubin Mehta: Una vida en la música](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/zubin-mehta-a-life-in-music/) - En un mundo a menudo dividido por idiomas y fronteras, Zubin Mehta eligió la música como su forma de conectarlo todo. Nacido en Mumbai en 1936, en una familia parsi profundamente arraigada en la música, sus primeros años estuvieron marcados por la influencia de su padre, violinista y fundador de la Orquesta Sinfónica de Bombay.
- [The Oberoi Naila Fort: Un’eredità privata](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-oberoi-naila-fort-a-private-legacy/) - Appena oltre il fermento di Jaipur, dove il paesaggio si apre su colline silenziose, The Oberoi Naila Fort sembra meno un hotel e più un luogo che, semplicemente, è rimasto in attesa. Costruito nel 1849 dal clan Champawat come avamposto difensivo, il forte ha vissuto molte vite prima di essere accuratamente restaurato come residenza intima.
- [The Oberoi Naila Fort : Un héritage privé](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-oberoi-naila-fort-a-private-legacy/) - Juste au-delà de l’effervescence de Jaipur, là où la terre s’ouvre sur des collines paisibles, The Oberoi Naila Fort ressemble moins à un hôtel qu’à un lieu qui aurait simplement attendu son heure. Construit en 1849 par le clan Champawat comme avant-poste défensif, le fort a connu plusieurs vies avant d’être soigneusement restauré en une
- [The Oberoi Naila Fort: Ein privates Vermächtnis](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-oberoi-naila-fort-a-private-legacy/) - Nur einen Schritt entfernt vom geschäftigen Treiben Jaipurs, dort, wo sich die Landschaft zu stillen Hügeln öffnet, wirkt The Oberoi Naila Fort weniger wie ein Hotel als vielmehr wie ein Ort, der einfach darauf gewartet hat, wiederentdeckt zu werden. 1849 vom Champawat-Clan als Verteidigungsposten erbaut, hat das Fort viele Leben geführt, bevor es sorgfältig zu
- [The Oberoi Naila Fort: Um legado privado](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-oberoi-naila-fort-a-private-legacy/) - Logo além do movimento de Jaipur, onde a paisagem se abre em colinas silenciosas, The Oberoi Naila Fort parece menos um hotel e mais um lugar que simplesmente esteve à espera. Construído em 1849 pelo clã Champawat como um posto defensivo, o forte viveu muitas vidas antes de ser cuidadosamente restaurado como uma residência intimista.
- [The Oberoi Naila Fort: Un legado privado](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-oberoi-naila-fort-a-private-legacy/) - Justo más allá del bullicio de Jaipur, donde la tierra se abre hacia colinas silenciosas, The Oberoi Naila Fort se siente menos como un hotel y más como un lugar que simplemente ha estado esperando. Construido en 1849 por el clan Champawat como un puesto defensivo, el fuerte ha tenido muchas vidas antes de ser
- [Mango: La più dolce ossessione dell’India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mango-indias-sweetest-obsession/) - In India, l’arrivo dell’estate non è segnato dal calendario, ma dal profumo dei manghi che maturano silenziosamente nelle case e nei mercati. Conosciuto come il frutto nazionale, il mango fa parte della storia del subcontinente da secoli, intrecciato con la cultura, la poesia e la vita quotidiana. La sua storia risale all’antica India, dove persino
- [Mangue : La plus douce obsession de l’Inde](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mango-indias-sweetest-obsession/) - En Inde, l’arrivée de l’été n’est pas annoncée par le calendrier, mais par le parfum des mangues qui mûrissent doucement dans les maisons et sur les marchés. Connue comme le fruit national, la mangue fait partie de l’histoire du sous-continent depuis des siècles, intimement liée à la culture, à la poésie et à la vie
- [Mango: Indiens süßeste Obsession](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mango-indias-sweetest-obsession/) - In Indien wird die Ankunft des Sommers nicht vom Kalender bestimmt, sondern vom Duft der Mangos, die still in Häusern und auf Märkten reifen. Als Nationalfrucht bekannt, ist die Mango seit Jahrhunderten Teil der Geschichte des Subkontinents, verwoben mit Kultur, Poesie und Alltag. Ihre Geschichte reicht bis ins alte Indien zurück, wo selbst Kaiser ihr
- [Manga: A obsessão mais doce da Índia](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mango-indias-sweetest-obsession/) - Na Índia, a chegada do verão não é marcada pelo calendário, mas pelo aroma das mangas amadurecendo silenciosamente em casas e mercados. Conhecida como a fruta nacional, a manga faz parte da história do subcontinente há séculos, entrelaçada à cultura, à poesia e à vida cotidiana. Sua história remonta à Índia antiga, onde até os
- [Mango: La obsesión más dulce de la India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mango-indias-sweetest-obsession/) - En la India, la llegada del verano no la marca el calendario, sino el aroma de los mangos que maduran silenciosamente en hogares y mercados. Conocido como la fruta nacional, el mango ha formado parte de la historia del subcontinente durante siglos, entrelazado con la cultura, la poesía y la vida cotidiana. Su historia se
- [Ura Yakchoe: Uno svelamento sacro (28 aprile – 2 maggio)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ura-yakchoe-a-sacred-unveiling-28-apr-2-may/) - Nella quieta valle di Ura, la vita scorre dolcemente per gran parte dell’anno. Ma con l’arrivo dell’Ura Yakchoe, il silenzio lascia spazio a un senso condiviso di attesa. Celebrato nel tempio del villaggio, questo festival ruota attorno a una reliquia sacra che, secondo la tradizione, sarebbe stata portata in Bhutan nel XV secolo dal santo
- [Ura Yakchoe : Un dévoilement sacré (28 avril – 2 mai)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ura-yakchoe-a-sacred-unveiling-28-apr-2-may/) - Dans la paisible vallée d’Ura, la vie s’écoule doucement pendant la majeure partie de l’année. Mais avec l’arrivée d’Ura Yakchoe, le calme laisse place à un sentiment d’attente partagée. Organisé au temple du village, ce festival s’articule autour d’une relique sacrée qui, selon la croyance, aurait été apportée au Bhoutan au XVe siècle par le
- [Ura Yakchoe: Eine heilige Enthüllung (28. April – 2. Mai)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ura-yakchoe-a-sacred-unveiling-28-apr-2-may/) - Im stillen Ura-Tal verläuft das Leben während des größten Teils des Jahres sanft und ruhig. Doch mit der Ankunft des Ura Yakchoe weicht diese Stille einem Gefühl gemeinsamer Erwartung. Das Festival findet im Dorftempel statt und steht im Mittelpunkt einer heiligen Reliquie, von der man glaubt, dass sie im 15. Jahrhundert vom Heiligen Terton Pema
- [Ura Yakchoe: Uma revelação sagrada (28 de abril – 2 de maio)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ura-yakchoe-a-sacred-unveiling-28-apr-2-may/) - No tranquilo vale de Ura, a vida segue suavemente durante a maior parte do ano. Mas, com a chegada do Ura Yakchoe, a quietude dá lugar a uma sensação compartilhada de expectativa. Realizado no templo da vila, este festival gira em torno de uma relíquia sagrada que, segundo a crença, foi levada ao Butão no
- [Ura Yakchoe: Una revelación sagrada (28 de abril – 2 de mayo)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ura-yakchoe-a-sacred-unveiling-28-apr-2-may/) - En el tranquilo valle de Ura, la vida transcurre con suavidad durante la mayor parte del año. Pero con la llegada de Ura Yakchoe, la quietud da paso a una sensación compartida de expectativa. Celebrado en el templo del pueblo, este festival gira en torno a una reliquia sagrada que, según la creencia, fue llevada
- [Rath Yatra: Carri della devozione (16 luglio)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rath-yatra-chariots-of-devotion-16th-july/) - Nella città costiera di Puri, l’atmosfera inizia a cambiare giorni prima che qualcosa si metta in movimento. Le persone si radunano lentamente, le conversazioni si fanno più pacate e le strade cominciano a sembrare in attesa. Quando arriva il Rath Yatra, la città è già in movimento. Il festival affonda le sue radici nei secoli
- [Rath Yatra : Chars de dévotion (16 juillet)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rath-yatra-chariots-of-devotion-16th-july/) - Dans la ville côtière de Puri, l’atmosphère commence à changer plusieurs jours avant que quoi que ce soit ne se mette en mouvement. Les gens se rassemblent peu à peu, les conversations s’adoucissent, et les rues semblent déjà dans l’attente. Lorsque Rath Yatra arrive enfin, la ville est déjà en mouvement. Le festival puise ses
- [Rath Yatra: Wagen der Hingabe (16. Juli)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rath-yatra-chariots-of-devotion-16th-july/) - In der Küstenstadt Puri beginnt sich die Stimmung schon Tage, bevor sich überhaupt etwas bewegt, zu verändern. Die Menschen versammeln sich langsam, die Gespräche werden leiser, und die Straßen fühlen sich an, als würden sie warten. Wenn Rath Yatra schließlich beginnt, ist die Stadt bereits in Bewegung. Das Fest hat jahrhundertealte Wurzeln und markiert die
- [Rath Yatra: Carruagens de devoção (16 de julho)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rath-yatra-chariots-of-devotion-16th-july/) - Na cidade costeira de Puri, o clima começa a mudar dias antes de qualquer coisa se mover. As pessoas se reúnem aos poucos, as conversas ficam mais suaves, e as ruas começam a parecer que estão à espera. Quando o Rath Yatra chega, a cidade já está em movimento. O festival tem raízes que remontam
- [Rath Yatra: Carrozas de devoción (16 de julio)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rath-yatra-chariots-of-devotion-16th-july/) - En la ciudad costera de Puri, el ambiente comienza a cambiar días antes de que algo se ponga en movimiento. La gente se reúne poco a poco, las conversaciones se vuelven más suaves y las calles empiezan a sentirse como si estuvieran esperando. Para cuando llega Rath Yatra, la ciudad ya está en marcha. El
- [Festival di Hemis: Maschere e memoria (24-25 giugno)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/hemis-festival-masks-and-memory-24-25th-june/) - In alto tra le montagne del Ladakh, dove il paesaggio sembra quasi appartenere a un altro mondo, i cortili del Monastero di Hemis prendono vita con una quieta intensità durante il Festival di Hemis. Celebrato in onore del Guru Padmasambhava, il festival risale all’VIII secolo, quando si ritiene che egli abbia portato il buddismo nella
- [Festival de Hemis : Masques et mémoire (24 et 25 juin)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/hemis-festival-masks-and-memory-24-25th-june/) - Dans les hauteurs des montagnes du Ladakh, là où le paysage semble presque irréel, les cours du monastère de Hemis s’animent d’une intensité paisible pendant le Festival de Hemis. Célébré en l’honneur de Guru Padmasambhava, le festival remonte au VIIIe siècle, époque à laquelle il aurait introduit le bouddhisme dans la région himalayenne. Sa présence
- [Hemis-Festival: Masken und Erinnerung (24.–25. Juni)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/hemis-festival-masks-and-memory-24-25th-june/) - Hoch in den Bergen Ladakhs, wo die Landschaft beinahe außerweltlich wirkt, erwachen die Innenhöfe des Hemis-Klosters während des Hemis-Festivals mit stiller Intensität zum Leben. Das Festival wird zu Ehren von Guru Padmasambhava gefeiert und geht auf das 8. Jahrhundert zurück, als er, so der Glaube, den Buddhismus in die Himalaya-Region brachte. Seine Gegenwart wird nicht
- [Festival de Hemis: Máscaras e Memória (24 e 25 de junho)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/hemis-festival-masks-and-memory-24-25th-june/) - No alto das montanhas de Ladakh, onde a paisagem parece quase de outro mundo, os pátios do Mosteiro de Hemis ganham vida com uma intensidade silenciosa durante o Festival de Hemis. Celebrado em homenagem ao Guru Padmasambhava, o festival remonta ao século VIII, quando se acredita que ele levou o budismo à região do Himalaia.
- [Festival de Hemis: Máscaras y memoria (24 y 25 de junio)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/hemis-festival-masks-and-memory-24-25th-june/) - En lo alto de las montañas de Ladakh, donde el paisaje parece casi de otro mundo, los patios del Monasterio de Hemis cobran vida con una intensidad serena durante el Festival de Hemis. Celebrado en honor al Guru Padmasambhava, el festival se remonta al siglo VIII, cuando se cree que él llevó el budismo a
- [Tathastu Resorts apre la quinta struttura presso la Riserva delle Tigri di Satpura](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tathastu-resorts-opens-fifth-property-at-satpura-tiger-reserve/) - Tathastu Resorts ha inaugurato il suo più recente rifugio nella natura presso la Riserva delle Tigri di Satpura, ampliando la propria presenza nel circuito forestale dell’India Centrale. Tathastu Satpura si aggiunge al portfolio esistente del gruppo, che comprende Pench, Kanha, Tadoba e Bandhavgarh. La struttura offre 34 camere in villa e 5 suite con piscina,
- [Assam inaugura Kaziranga Heritage per rafforzare il turismo ecologico e culturale](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/assam-launches-kaziranga-heritage-to-strengthen-eco-and-cultural-tourism/) - L’Assam ha inaugurato Kaziranga Heritage, una nuova destinazione di ospitalità situata nel paesaggio di Kaziranga, sviluppata attraverso una partnership pubblico-privata tra l’Assam Tourism Development Corporation e il Centre Point Hospitality Group. La struttura è stata inaugurata dal Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, alla presenza di operatori del turismo e funzionari governativi. La tenuta si trova
- [Rishikesh pronta ad accogliere il primo ponte con pavimento in vetro sull'Ganges in India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rishikesh-set-to-welcome-indias-first-glass-floor-bridge-over-the-ganga/) - Il Bajrang Setu, presentato come il primo ponte sospeso con pavimento in vetro sull'Ganges in India, è in fase di completamento a Rishikesh. Situata nei pressi dello storico Laxman Jhula, la struttura lunga 132 metri è attualmente sottoposta a valutazioni tecniche in vista della sua apertura al pubblico. Il ponte presenta passerelle pedonali con pannelli
- [Air India riprende il servizio diretto Delhi–Roma](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-resumes-non-stop-delhi-rome-service/) - Air India ha riavviato i voli diretti tra Delhi e Roma Fiumicino, ripristinando una rotta che era rimasta sospesa per quasi sei anni. Il servizio è operativo quattro volte alla settimana, il lunedì, il mercoledì, il venerdì e la domenica, con un Boeing 787-8 configurato con 18 poltrone completamente reclinabili in Business Class e 241
- [CGH Earth Saha inaugura Isai Karai, un bungalow sulla costa a Mahabalipuram](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/cgh-earth-saha-opens-isai-karai-a-coastal-bungalow-in-mahabalipuram/) - CGH Earth Saha ha inaugurato Isai Karai, un bungalow boutique con cinque camere a Mahabalipuram, a soli 50 metri dalle rive del Golfo del Bengala. Il nome significa “spiaggia musicale”, un riferimento appropriato alla posizione della struttura, situata in una delle città costiere più ricche di storia del Tamil Nadu. Il rifugio si articola in
- [Il Ramada by Wyndham apre nel quartiere Dhumbarahi di Kathmandu](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ramada-by-wyndham-opens-in-kathmandus-dhumbarahi-neighbourhood/) - Wyndham Hotels & Resorts ha ampliato la propria presenza in Nepal con l'apertura del Ramada by Wyndham Kathmandu Dhumbarahi, gestito in franchising da Akama Hotel Limited. Situata a Dhumbarahi, a circa cinque chilometri dall'aeroporto internazionale Tribhuvan, la struttura dispone di 108 camere ed è in una posizione ideale sia per i viaggiatori internazionali in arrivo
- [IndiGo amplia la propria rete internazionale con nuovi voli diretti tra Delhi e Colombo](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-expands-international-network-with-new-direct-flights-between-delhi-and-colombo/) - IndiGo, la compagnia aerea preferita dagli indiani, rafforza ulteriormente i propri collegamenti con lo Sri Lanka grazie al lancio di nuovi voli diretti tra Delhi e Colombo. Il servizio è stato avviato il 29 marzo 2026; la compagnia opererà sei voli settimanali su questa rotta utilizzando i propri aeromobili A320, offrendo ai clienti opzioni di
- [ELIVAAS fa il suo ingresso a Pushkar con la prima struttura nella città di pellegrinaggio](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/elivaas-enters-pushkar-with-first-property-in-the-pilgrim-town/) - L'operatore di ville private ELIVAAS ha inaugurato la sua prima struttura a Pushkar, ampliando il proprio portafoglio nel Rajasthan a oltre 60 proprietà distribuite in destinazioni quali Udaipur, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Alwar e Neemrana. La nuova aggiunta, ELIVAAS Tuscun Villa, opera nell'ambito del più ampio portafoglio di marchi dell'azienda, insieme a ELIVAAS Privé e Alaya Stays.
- [L'India rende obbligatoria la e-Arrival Card per i visitatori stranieri a partire dal 1° aprile 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-makes-e-arrival-card-mandatory-for-foreign-visitors-from-april-1-2026/) - A partire dal 1° aprile 2026, l'India sostituirà i moduli cartacei di immigrazione con una e-Arrival Card digitale obbligatoria per tutti i cittadini stranieri e i titolari di carta OCI. La modifica riguarda i turisti, gli studenti e i viaggiatori d'affari che entrano nel Paese. I cittadini indiani sono esenti. La procedura è semplice. I
- [Tathastu Resorts inaugure son cinquième établissement dans la réserve de tigres de Satpura](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tathastu-resorts-opens-fifth-property-at-satpura-tiger-reserve/) - Tathastu Resorts a inauguré son tout dernier complexe dédié à la faune sauvage dans la réserve de tigres de Satpura, renforçant ainsi sa présence sur le circuit forestier du centre de l'Inde. Tathastu Satpura vient s'ajouter au portefeuille existant du groupe, qui couvre déjà Pench, Kanha, Tadoba et Bandhavgarh. L'établissement propose 34 villas et 5
- [L'Assam inaugure « Kaziranga Heritage » pour renforcer le tourisme écologique et culturel](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/assam-launches-kaziranga-heritage-to-strengthen-eco-and-cultural-tourism/) - L'Assam a inauguré « Kaziranga Heritage », une nouvelle destination hôtelière nichée au cœur du paysage de Kaziranga, développée dans le cadre d'un partenariat public-privé entre l'Assam Tourism Development Corporation et le Centre Point Hospitality Group. L'établissement a été inauguré par le ministre en chef Himanta Biswa Sarma, en présence d'acteurs du secteur du tourisme
- [Rishikesh s'apprête à accueillir le premier pont à plancher de verre de l'Inde au-dessus du Gange](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rishikesh-set-to-welcome-indias-first-glass-floor-bridge-over-the-ganga/) - Le Bajrang Setu, présenté comme le premier pont suspendu à plancher de verre de l'Inde au-dessus du Gange, est en voie d'achèvement à Rishikesh. Situé à proximité de l'historique Laxman Jhula, cet ouvrage de 132 mètres fait actuellement l'objet d'évaluations techniques en vue de son ouverture au public. Le pont comporte des passerelles piétonnes vitrées
- [Air India relance sa liaison directe Delhi-Rome](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-resumes-non-stop-delhi-rome-service/) - Air India a relancé ses vols directs entre Delhi et Rome-Fiumicino, reprenant ainsi une liaison qui avait été suspendue pendant près de six ans. La liaison est assurée quatre fois par semaine, les lundis, mercredis, vendredis et dimanches, à bord d’un Boeing 787-8 configuré avec 18 sièges-lits entièrement inclinables en classe affaires et 241 sièges
- [CGH Earth Saha inaugure Isai Karai, un bungalow côtier à Mahabalipuram](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/cgh-earth-saha-opens-isai-karai-a-coastal-bungalow-in-mahabalipuram/) - CGH Earth Saha a inauguré Isai Karai, un bungalow de charme de cinq chambres situé à Mahabalipuram, à seulement 50 mètres des rives du golfe du Bengale. Son nom signifie « rivage musical », une référence tout à fait appropriée au cadre dans lequel s'inscrit cet établissement, au cœur de l'une des villes côtières les
- [Ouverture d'un hôtel Ramada by Wyndham dans le quartier de Dhumbarahi à Katmandou](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ramada-by-wyndham-opens-in-kathmandus-dhumbarahi-neighbourhood/) - Wyndham Hotels & Resorts renforce sa présence au Népal avec l'ouverture du Ramada by Wyndham Kathmandu Dhumbarahi, exploité en franchise par Akama Hotel Limited. Situé à Dhumbarahi, à environ cinq kilomètres de l'aéroport international Tribhuvan, cet établissement de 108 chambres bénéficie d'un emplacement idéal tant pour les voyageurs internationaux à leur arrivée que pour ceux
- [IndiGo étend son réseau international avec de nouveaux vols directs entre Delhi et Colombo](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-expands-international-network-with-new-direct-flights-between-delhi-and-colombo/) - IndiGo, la compagnie aérienne préférée des Indiens, renforce encore ses liaisons avec le Sri Lanka grâce au lancement de nouveaux vols directs entre Delhi et Colombo. Le service a débuté le 29 mars 2026 ; la compagnie assurera six vols hebdomadaires sur cette liaison à bord de ses A320, offrant ainsi à ses clients des
- [ELIVAAS s'implante à Pushkar avec son premier établissement dans cette ville de pèlerinage](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/elivaas-enters-pushkar-with-first-property-in-the-pilgrim-town/) - L'opérateur de villas privées ELIVAAS a inauguré son premier établissement à Pushkar, portant ainsi son portefeuille au Rajasthan à plus de 60 propriétés réparties dans différentes destinations, notamment Udaipur, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Alwar et Neemrana. Ce nouvel établissement, ELIVAAS Tuscun Villa, s'inscrit dans le portefeuille plus large de marques de la société, aux côtés d'ELIVAAS Privé
- [L'Inde rend obligatoire la carte d'arrivée électronique pour les visiteurs étrangers à compter du 1er avril 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-makes-e-arrival-card-mandatory-for-foreign-visitors-from-april-1-2026/) - L'Inde a remplacé les formulaires d'immigration papier par une carte d'arrivée électronique obligatoire pour tous les ressortissants étrangers et les titulaires d'une carte OCI, à compter du 1er avril 2026. Ce changement concerne les touristes, les étudiants et les voyageurs d'affaires entrant dans le pays. Les citoyens indiens en sont exemptés. La procédure est simple.
- [Assam eröffnet „Kaziranga Heritage“ zur Förderung des Öko- und Kulturtourismus](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/assam-launches-kaziranga-heritage-to-strengthen-eco-and-cultural-tourism/) - Assam hat „Kaziranga Heritage“ eingeweiht, ein neues Hotelresort inmitten der Landschaft von Kaziranga, das im Rahmen einer öffentlich-privaten Partnerschaft zwischen der Assam Tourism Development Corporation und der Centre Point Hospitality Group entstanden ist. Die Anlage wurde von Ministerpräsident Himanta Biswa Sarma in Anwesenheit von Vertretern der Tourismusbranche und Regierungsbeamten eröffnet. Das Anwesen liegt inmitten der
- [Rishikesh bereitet sich auf die Eröffnung von Indiens erster Hängebrücke mit Glasboden über den Ganges vor](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rishikesh-set-to-welcome-indias-first-glass-floor-bridge-over-the-ganga/) - Die Bajrang Setu, die als Indiens erste Hängebrücke mit Glasboden über den Ganges gilt, steht in Rishikesh kurz vor der Fertigstellung. Das 132 Meter lange Bauwerk befindet sich in der Nähe der historischen Laxman Jhula und wird derzeit vor der öffentlichen Eröffnung technischen Prüfungen unterzogen. Die Brücke verfügt über beidseitige Fußgängerwege mit Glasbelag und eine
- [Air India nimmt Direktverbindung Delhi–Rom wieder auf](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-resumes-non-stop-delhi-rome-service/) - Air India hat den Direktflugverkehr zwischen Delhi und Rom-Fiumicino wieder aufgenommen und damit eine Strecke wiederbelebt, die fast sechs Jahre lang ausgesetzt war. Die Verbindung wird viermal wöchentlich montags, mittwochs, freitags und sonntags mit einer Boeing 787-8 bedient, die über 18 vollständig flache Business-Class-Betten und 241 Economy-Sitze verfügt. Rom wird damit Air Indias achtes Tor
- [CGH Earth Saha eröffnet „Isai Karai“, einen Bungalow an der Küste in Mahabalipuram](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/cgh-earth-saha-opens-isai-karai-a-coastal-bungalow-in-mahabalipuram/) - CGH Earth Saha hat „Isai Karai“ eröffnet, einen Boutique-Bungalow mit fünf Zimmern in Mahabalipuram, nur 50 Meter vom Ufer des Golfs von Bengalen entfernt. Der Name bedeutet übersetzt „musikalisches Ufer“ – ein passender Verweis auf die Lage der Anlage inmitten einer der geschichtsträchtigsten Küstenstädte Tamil Nadus. Die Anlage erstreckt sich über ein Hauptgebäude mit drei
- [Ramada by Wyndham“ eröffnet im Stadtteil Dhumbarahi in Kathmandu](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ramada-by-wyndham-opens-in-kathmandus-dhumbarahi-neighbourhood/) - Wyndham Hotels & Resorts hat seine Präsenz in Nepal mit der Eröffnung des „Ramada by Wyndham Kathmandu Dhumbarahi“ ausgebaut, das von Akama Hotel Limited im Rahmen einer Franchise-Vereinbarung betrieben wird. Das Hotel mit 108 Zimmern liegt in Dhumbarahi, etwa fünf Kilometer vom Tribhuvan International Airport entfernt, und ist sowohl für ankommende internationale Reisende als auch
- [IndiGo erweitert sein internationales Streckennetz mit neuen Direktflügen zwischen Delhi und Colombo](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-expands-international-network-with-new-direct-flights-between-delhi-and-colombo/) - IndiGo, Indiens beliebteste Fluggesellschaft, baut ihre Verbindungen nach Sri Lanka mit der Einführung neuer Direktflüge zwischen Delhi und Colombo weiter aus. Der Flugbetrieb wurde am 29. März 2026 aufgenommen; die Fluggesellschaft wird auf dieser Strecke wöchentlich sechs Flüge mit ihren A320-Flugzeugen durchführen und bietet ihren Kunden damit nahtlose und bequeme Reisemöglichkeiten. Indien und Sri Lanka
- [ELIVAAS expandiert nach Pushkar mit seiner ersten Unterkunft in der Pilgerstadt](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/elivaas-enters-pushkar-with-first-property-in-the-pilgrim-town/) - Der Betreiber privater Villen, ELIVAAS, hat seine erste Unterkunft in Pushkar eröffnet und damit sein Portfolio in Rajasthan auf über 60 Unterkünfte an verschiedenen Reisezielen wie Udaipur, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Alwar und Neemrana erweitert. Die neue Unterkunft, die ELIVAAS Tuscun Villa, wird neben ELIVAAS Privé und Alaya Stays als Teil des umfassenden Markenportfolios des Unternehmens betrieben.
- [Indien führt ab dem 1. April 2026 eine obligatorische E-Arrival-Card für ausländische Besucher ein](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-makes-e-arrival-card-mandatory-for-foreign-visitors-from-april-1-2026/) - Indien ersetzt ab dem 1. April 2026 die Einreiseformulare in Papierform durch eine obligatorische digitale E-Arrival-Card für alle ausländischen Staatsangehörigen und Inhaber einer OCI-Karte. Die Änderung betrifft Touristen, Studenten und Geschäftsreisende, die in das Land einreisen. Indische Staatsbürger sind davon ausgenommen. Das Verfahren ist unkompliziert. Reisende füllen bis zu 72 Stunden vor der Ankunft online
- [Tathastu Resorts inaugura sua quinta propriedade na Reserva de Tigres de Satpura](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tathastu-resorts-opens-fifth-property-at-satpura-tiger-reserve/) - A Tathastu Resorts inaugurou seu mais recente refúgio de vida selvagem na Reserva de Tigres de Satpura, ampliando sua presença no circuito florestal da Índia Central. O Tathastu Satpura passa a integrar o portfólio do grupo, que já abrange Pench, Kanha, Tadoba e Bandhavgarh. A propriedade oferece 34 quartos em villas e 5 suítes com
- [Assam inaugura o Kaziranga Heritage para fortalecer o turismo ecológico e cultural](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/assam-launches-kaziranga-heritage-to-strengthen-eco-and-cultural-tourism/) - Assam inaugurou o Kaziranga Heritage, um novo destino hoteleiro situado na paisagem de Kaziranga, desenvolvido por meio de uma parceria público-privada entre a Corporação de Desenvolvimento Turístico de Assam e o Centre Point Hospitality Group. A propriedade foi inaugurada pelo Ministro-Chefe Himanta Biswa Sarma, na presença de representantes do setor de turismo e autoridades governamentais.
- [Rishikesh se prepara para receber a primeira ponte com piso de vidro da Índia sobre o rio Ganges](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rishikesh-set-to-welcome-indias-first-glass-floor-bridge-over-the-ganga/) - A Bajrang Setu, considerada a primeira ponte suspensa com piso de vidro da Índia sobre o rio Ganges, está em fase final de construção em Rishikesh. Localizada próxima à histórica Laxman Jhula, a estrutura de 132 metros está atualmente passando por avaliações técnicas antes de sua inauguração ao público. A ponte possui passarelas para pedestres
- [Air India retoma voos diretos entre Délhi e Roma](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-resumes-non-stop-delhi-rome-service/) - A Air India relançou os voos diretos entre Délhi e Roma Fiumicino, retomando uma rota que estava suspensa há quase seis anos. O serviço opera quatro vezes por semana, às segundas, quartas, sextas e domingos, utilizando uma aeronave Boeing 787-8 configurada com 18 assentos totalmente reclináveis na Classe Executiva e 241 assentos na Classe Econômica.
- [CGH Earth Saha inaugura o Isai Karai, um bangalô à beira-mar em Mahabalipuram](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/cgh-earth-saha-opens-isai-karai-a-coastal-bungalow-in-mahabalipuram/) - O CGH Earth Saha inaugurou o Isai Karai, um bangalô boutique de cinco quartos em Mahabalipuram, a apenas 50 metros da costa da Baía de Bengala. O nome significa “praia musical”, uma referência adequada à localização da propriedade em meio a uma das cidades litorâneas mais históricas de Tamil Nadu. O refúgio se estende por
- [Ramada by Wyndham inaugura no bairro de Dhumbarahi, em Katmandu](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ramada-by-wyndham-opens-in-kathmandus-dhumbarahi-neighbourhood/) - A Wyndham Hotels & Resorts ampliou sua presença no Nepal com a inauguração do Ramada by Wyndham Kathmandu Dhumbarahi, operado sob franquia pela Akama Hotel Limited. Localizada em Dhumbarahi, a cerca de cinco quilômetros do Aeroporto Internacional de Tribhuvan, a propriedade de 108 quartos está bem posicionada tanto para viajantes internacionais que chegam ao país
- [IndiGo amplia rede internacional com novos voos diretos entre Délhi e Colombo](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-expands-international-network-with-new-direct-flights-between-delhi-and-colombo/) - A IndiGo, companhia aérea preferida da Índia, está reforçando ainda mais suas conexões com o Sri Lanka, com o lançamento de novos voos diretos entre Délhi e Colombo. O serviço teve início em 29 de março de 2026, e a companhia aérea operará seis voos semanais nessa rota utilizando suas aeronaves A320, oferecendo opções de
- [ELIVAAS chega a Pushkar com sua primeira propriedade na cidade de peregrinação](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/elivaas-enters-pushkar-with-first-property-in-the-pilgrim-town/) - A operadora de vilas particulares ELIVAAS lançou sua primeira propriedade em Pushkar, ampliando seu portfólio no Rajastão para mais de 60 propriedades em destinos como Udaipur, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Alwar e Neemrana. A nova adição, a ELIVAAS Tuscun Villa, opera sob o amplo portfólio de marcas da empresa, ao lado da ELIVAAS Privé e da Alaya
- [Índia torna obrigatório o Cartão de Chegada Eletrônico para visitantes estrangeiros a partir de 1º de abril de 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-makes-e-arrival-card-mandatory-for-foreign-visitors-from-april-1-2026/) - A Índia substituiu os formulários de imigração em papel por um Cartão de Chegada Eletrônico obrigatório para todos os cidadãos estrangeiros e titulares do cartão OCI, a partir de 1º de abril de 2026. A mudança afeta turistas, estudantes e viajantes a negócios que entram no país. Cidadãos indianos estão isentos. O processo é simples.
- [Tathastu Resorts inaugura su quinto establecimiento en la Reserva de Tigres de Satpura](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tathastu-resorts-opens-fifth-property-at-satpura-tiger-reserve/) - Tathastu Resorts ha inaugurado su más reciente refugio de vida silvestre en la Reserva de Tigres de Satpura, ampliando así su presencia en el circuito forestal del centro de la India. Tathastu Satpura se suma a la cartera actual del grupo, que abarca Pench, Kanha, Tadoba y Bandhavgarh. El establecimiento ofrece 34 habitaciones tipo villa
- [Assam inaugura Kaziranga Heritage para impulsar el turismo ecológico y cultural](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/assam-launches-kaziranga-heritage-to-strengthen-eco-and-cultural-tourism/) - Assam ha inaugurado Kaziranga Heritage, un nuevo destino hotelero situado en el entorno de Kaziranga, desarrollado a través de una alianza público-privada entre la Corporación de Desarrollo Turístico de Assam y el Grupo Centre Point Hospitality. El complejo fue inaugurado por el ministro principal, Himanta Biswa Sarma, en presencia de representantes del sector turístico y
- [Rishikesh se prepara para recibir el primer puente con piso de vidrio de la India sobre el Ganges](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rishikesh-set-to-welcome-indias-first-glass-floor-bridge-over-the-ganga/) - El Bajrang Setu, considerado el primer puente colgante con piso de vidrio de la India sobre el Ganges, está a punto de completarse en Rishikesh. Situada cerca del histórico Laxman Jhula, la estructura de 132 metros de longitud se encuentra actualmente en fase de evaluaciones técnicas antes de su apertura al público. El puente cuenta
- [Air India reanuda el servicio directo Delhi-Roma](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-resumes-non-stop-delhi-rome-service/) - Air India ha relanzado los vuelos directos entre Delhi y Roma-Fiumicino, reanudando una ruta que había estado suspendida durante casi seis años. El servicio opera cuatro veces por semana, los lunes, miércoles, viernes y domingos, utilizando un avión Boeing 787-8 configurado con 18 camas totalmente reclinables en clase ejecutiva y 241 asientos en clase económica.
- [CGH Earth Saha inaugura Isai Karai, un bungaló costero en Mahabalipuram](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/cgh-earth-saha-opens-isai-karai-a-coastal-bungalow-in-mahabalipuram/) - CGH Earth Saha ha inaugurado Isai Karai, un bungaló boutique de cinco habitaciones en Mahabalipuram, a solo 50 metros de la costa del golfo de Bengala. El nombre se traduce como «costa musical», una referencia muy acertada al entorno de la propiedad, situada en una de las localidades costeras con más historia de Tamil Nadu.
- [Ramada by Wyndham abre sus puertas en el barrio de Dhumbarahi, en Katmandú](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ramada-by-wyndham-opens-in-kathmandus-dhumbarahi-neighbourhood/) - Wyndham Hotels & Resorts ha ampliado su presencia en Nepal con la inauguración del Ramada by Wyndham Kathmandu Dhumbarahi, gestionado en régimen de franquicia por Akama Hotel Limited. Ubicado en Dhumbarahi, a unos cinco kilómetros del Aeropuerto Internacional Tribhuvan, este establecimiento de 108 habitaciones goza de una ubicación ideal tanto para los viajeros internacionales que
- [IndiGo amplía su red internacional con nuevos vuelos directos entre Delhi y Colombo](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-expands-international-network-with-new-direct-flights-between-delhi-and-colombo/) - IndiGo, la aerolínea preferida de la India, refuerza aún más sus conexiones con Sri Lanka con el lanzamiento de nuevos vuelos directos entre Delhi y Colombo. El servicio comenzó el 29 de marzo de 2026, y la aerolínea operará seis vuelos semanales en esta ruta con sus aviones A320, ofreciendo a los clientes opciones de
- [ELIVAAS llega a Pushkar con su primer establecimiento en esta ciudad de peregrinación](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/elivaas-enters-pushkar-with-first-property-in-the-pilgrim-town/) - La empresa de villas privadas ELIVAAS ha inaugurado su primer establecimiento en Pushkar, ampliando así su cartera en Rajastán a más de 60 propiedades repartidas por destinos como Udaipur, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Alwar y Neemrana. La nueva incorporación, ELIVAAS Tuscun Villa, forma parte de la amplia cartera de marcas de la empresa, junto con ELIVAAS Privé
- [La India hace obligatoria la tarjeta de llegada electrónica para los visitantes extranjeros a partir del 1 de abril de 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-makes-e-arrival-card-mandatory-for-foreign-visitors-from-april-1-2026/) - La India ha sustituido los formularios de inmigración en papel por una tarjeta de llegada electrónica obligatoria para todos los ciudadanos extranjeros y los titulares de la tarjeta OCI, con efecto a partir del 1 de abril de 2026. El cambio afecta a los turistas, estudiantes y viajeros de negocios que entren en el país.
- [A Tiger From Rajasthan Has Wandered Into Kuno National Park](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-tiger-from-rajasthan-has-wandered-into-kuno-national-park/) - A tiger from Ranthambore Tiger Reserve has been spotted inside Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh, home to India's resident cheetah population. The big cat, identified as T-2512, was first noticed by a tourist and has since been confirmed by park authorities. Officials are not alarmed. The field director noted that this particular tiger has been
- [Uttar Pradesh's 594 km Ganga Expressway Is Now Open](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/uttar-pradeshs-594-km-ganga-expressway-is-now-open/) - The Ganga Expressway, stretching 594 km between Meerut and Prayagraj, is now open, reshaping travel across Uttar Pradesh in a meaningful way. What once took 10 to 12 hours by road can now be covered in around six, making same-day travel across the state a realistic proposition. Built as a greenfield project, it is the
- [The Hoxton Is Coming To Bengaluru This November](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-hoxton-is-coming-to-bengaluru-this-november/) - The Hoxton is making its India debut. Ennismore, in partnership with Accor India and InterGlobe Hotels, has signed The Hoxton Bengaluru City on Richmond Road, with doors set to open in November 2026. The 149-room property will offer guest categories ranging from Roomy and Biggy to four top-floor HOMEY suites, each 55 sqm with city
- [Indian Railways Is Upgrading Shatabdi And Jan Shatabdi Express Trains](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indian-railways-is-upgrading-shatabdi-and-jan-shatabdi-express-trains/) - Indian Railways has launched a sweeping upgrade of its Shatabdi and Jan Shatabdi Express services, targeting long-standing passenger concerns around comfort, cleanliness, and onboard facilities across both networks. The Railway Board has directed all zonal railways to inspect every rake and draw up time-bound action plans. Seating will be refreshed with new upholstery, functional snack
- [India Reopens Tourist Visas For Chinese Nationals After Five Years](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-reopens-tourist-visas-for-chinese-nationals-after-five-years/) - India is resuming tourist visas for Chinese and Hong Kong nationals, with the Union Home Ministry issuing a revised framework that also eases conditions for Buddhist pilgrims and family members of Chinese diplomats. A decision on e-visa access remains pending. The move is part of a broader thaw in relations. Direct passenger flights between the
- [Visakhapatnam Just Got Its First International Cruise](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/visakhapatnam-just-got-its-first-international-cruise/) - Visakhapatnam is stepping onto the global cruise stage. Starting July 15, Cordelia Cruises will launch the city's first-ever international sailing from its international terminal, opening a new chapter for cruise tourism along India's eastern coast. The 14-day voyage charts an impressive course: from Visakhapatnam, the ship heads to Chennai for a two-day stop before venturing
- [Polo Hotels Reveals Expansion Plans And New Brand Identity](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/polo-hotels-reveals-expansion-plans-and-new-brand-identity/) - Polo Hotels & Resorts is entering a new phase. At a media showcase held at Meghalaya House on April 22, the brand unveiled a restructured identity and an ambitious growth roadmap, marking its shift from a regional name to a national hospitality player. Founded in Meghalaya in 1991, Polo has long been rooted in the
- [Sri Lanka's Santani Resort Named Among Vogue's Top 100 Spas](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lankas-santani-resort-named-among-vogues-top-100-spas/) - Santani Wellness Resort & Spa has earned a spot in Vogue's inaugural Global Spa Guide, a writer-tested edit of 100 of the world's finest wellness destinations. For a retreat that has quietly accumulated international recognition, the listing feels less like a surprise and more like a formality. Perched at 900 metres above sea level within
- [Zubin Mehta: A Life in Music](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/zubin-mehta-a-life-in-music/) - In a world often divided by language and borders, Zubin Mehta chose music as his way of connecting it all. Born in Mumbai in 1936 into a Parsi family deeply rooted in music, his early years were shaped by the influence of his father, a violinist and founder of the Bombay Symphony Orchestra. What began
- [In the footsteps of the Mahatma](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/in-the-footsteps-of-the-mahatma/) - Embark on a captivating odyssey through the vibrant heartland of Gujarat, Mumbai, and Delhi, where every step unravels the rich tapestry of Mahatma Gandhi's indelible legacy. Our meticulously crafted journey offers an immersive exploration, guiding you through the footsteps of the revered icon. From the sacred grounds of Porbandar, Gandhi's birthplace, to the tranquil sanctuaries
- [When the Sun Turns North: India’s Season of Renewal](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/when-the-sun-turns-north-indias-season-of-renewal/) - January does not arrive quietly in India. It announces itself through fire, grain, and sky, through festivals that honour the land and the people who tend it. Lohri, Makar Sankranti, and Pongal mark this moment of transition, when the harvest is gathered and the year begins to turn once more. Lohri glows at the heart
- [WelcomHeritage Tadoba Vanya Villas Resort & Spa: A Wilderness Retreat at the Edge of the Jungle](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/welcomheritage-tadoba-vanya-villas-resort-spa-a-wilderness-retreat-at-the-edge-of-the-jungle/) - Nestled near the Kolara Gate of Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, this resort offers a tranquil base for travellers drawn to wildlife, nature and quiet luxury. The resort spans dense forests and grasslands, home to Bengal tigers, Indian leopards, sloth bears, deer and rich birdlife, making it a perfect launchpad for jeep safaris and jungle adventures.
- [Marriott Bonvoy Debuts Dual-Branded Hotel Complex in Amritsar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/marriott-bonvoy-debuts-dual-branded-hotel-complex-in-amritsar/) - Marriott Bonvoy has expanded its footprint in Punjab with the opening of a dual-branded hospitality complex featuring Marriott Executive Apartments Amritsar and Four Points by Sheraton Amritsar, Mall Road. Strategically located near key transport hubs and major landmarks, the development brings 183 rooms and apartments together in a modern, flexible format catering to both short-stay
- [ITC Hotels Expands Storii Brand to India’s Premier Wildlife Destinations](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/itc-hotels-expands-storii-brand-to-indias-premier-wildlife-destinations/) - ITC Hotels Limited is set to expand its boutique brand, Storii by ITC Hotels, into India’s most celebrated wildlife destinations, with properties planned in Jawai, Ranthambore, Dhari Gir, and Sasan Gir. The move aims to offer immersive nature-led experiences while highlighting the distinct character of each location. Storii Jawai features 15 guestrooms and premium tents
- [Uttarakhand to Launch ‘Snow Leopard Tour’ to Boost Winter Tourism](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/uttarakhand-to-launch-snow-leopard-tour-to-boost-winter-tourism/) - Uttarakhand is set to introduce a ‘Snow Leopard Tour’ as part of a broader winter tourism initiative aimed at promoting adventure, wildlife, and cultural experiences across the state. The initiative seeks to strengthen local economies by supporting homestays, local guides, and adventure activities in border regions. The winter tourism action plan includes adventure sports like
- [IHCL Signs Greenfield Taj Hotel in Mohali, Strengthening Presence in Punjab](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-signs-greenfield-taj-hotel-in-mohali-strengthening-presence-in-punjab/) - Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has announced the signing of a greenfield Taj hotel in Mohali, Punjab, marking a strategic expansion of the brand in one of the state’s fastest-growing urban centres. Commenting on the development, Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL, said Mohali’s rise as a prominent IT and
- [Sindhudurg Airport Cleared for Round-the-Clock All-Weather Operations](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sindhudurg-airport-cleared-for-round-the-clock-all-weather-operations/) - Sindhudurg Airport in Maharashtra’s Konkan region has received approval from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) for 24×7 all-weather operations, significantly enhancing its operational capability. The clearance allows aircraft movements during low visibility and adverse weather conditions, improving reliability for airlines and passengers alike. Operational since October 2021 and managed by IRB Infrastructure Developers,
- [Jetstar confirms Melbourne–Colombo direct flights from August 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jetstar-confirms-melbourne-colombo-direct-flights-from-august-2026/) - Jetstar has announced its first-ever direct services between Australia and Sri Lanka, with non-stop flights from Melbourne to Colombo set to commence on 25 August 2026. The year-round service will operate three times a week, making Jetstar the only low-cost carrier to offer direct connectivity on this route. The Melbourne–Colombo flights will be operated using
- [Delhi government to set up dedicated PMU to boost tourism development](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/delhi-government-to-set-up-dedicated-pmu-to-boost-tourism-development/) - The Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi has approved the creation of a dedicated Project Management Unit (PMU) to strengthen tourism planning, execution, and coordination across the city. The initiative aims to enhance Delhi’s visitor experience while accelerating investment and infrastructure development in the tourism sector. The Delhi Tourism and Transport Development Corporation
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- [Sonam Lhosar: Nepal’s Lunar New Year of Renewal and Resolve (19th January 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sonam-lhosar-nepals-lunar-new-year-of-renewal-and-resolve-19th-january-2026/) - In the Himalayan folds of Nepal, time does not merely turn; it is honoured. Sonam Lhosar marks the New Year of the Tamang and Hyolmo communities, rooted in the ancient Lunar calendar and shaped by centuries of Tibetan-Buddhist philosophy. The word Lho means year, Sar means new, yet Sonam Lhosar is not just about beginnings.
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- [Winter, Made Edible: India’s Sweet Rituals of the Cold](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/winter-made-edible-indias-sweet-rituals-of-the-cold/) - Indian winters announce themselves quietly: through misted mornings, softened sunlight, and sweets that appear only when the air turns cold. These are not everyday indulgences. They are seasonal rituals, prepared with intention, shared with warmth, and remembered long after winter fades. There is rewri, its pale sugar shell cracking open to reveal roasted peanuts and
- [Pandit Ravi Shankar: When India Found Its Global Voice](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pandit-ravi-shankar-when-india-found-its-global-voice/) - Some artists perform. Others translate cultures. Pandit Ravi Shankar did something truly rare: he carried the soul of Indian classical music across borders, languages, and generations, without diluting its depth. Born in 1920 in Varanasi, Ravi Shankar’s early life was shaped by travel and tradition. After years of performing abroad as a dancer, he returned
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- [Odisha's Satkosia Reserve Is Being Rebuilt Both Physically and Ecologically](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/odishas-satkosia-reserve-is-being-rebuilt-both-physically-and-ecologically/) - Satkosia Tiger Reserve is preparing for a significant transformation. Six new ecotourism hubs are being developed across its two divisions, Mahanadi and Satkosia, funded under the Centre's Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment scheme. The sites, spread across Chhamundia, Kusang, Purunakote, Jagannathpur, Baliput, and Tikarpada, will be developed into arrival plazas, interpretation centres, rest
- [Kushinagar Draws ₹3,000 Crore in Tourism Investment Proposals at Buddhist Conclave](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kushinagar-draws-₹3000-crore-in-tourism-investment-proposals-at-buddhist-conclave/) - Uttar Pradesh's ambitions for Buddhist tourism took a concrete step forward this month, as the International Buddhist Conclave 2026 in Kushinagar closed with investment proposals worth approximately ₹3,000 crore on the table. The three-day event, held at the Mahaparinirvana site of Lord Buddha, drew over 2,300 participants, including monks, scholars, and policymakers, alongside more than
- [Mumbai Airport Becomes First in India to Offer In-Terminal Quick Commerce Delivery](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mumbai-airport-becomes-first-in-india-to-offer-in-terminal-quick-commerce-delivery/) - A forgotten charger, a last-minute snack, a bottle of water before a long flight at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, these can now be ordered through an app and delivered to your gate. Adani Airport Holdings and Blinkit have launched India's first in-terminal quick commerce service at Terminal 2's domestic departures. Passengers can place
- [India's Tiger Success Story Is Creating a Crisis No One Planned For](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indias-tiger-success-story-is-creating-a-crisis-no-one-planned-for/) - Madhya Pradesh now has an estimated 1,000 tigers, up from 785 in 2022. It is a conservation milestone by any measure. It is also becoming a serious problem. A male tiger needs between 50 and 100 square kilometres to hold territory. For 1,000 tigers, that means at least 50,000 square kilometres of viable habitat. The
- [A Geoffrey Bawa Home in Colombo Has Opened as a Boutique Hotel for the First Time](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-geoffrey-bawa-home-in-colombo-has-opened-as-a-boutique-hotel-for-the-first-time/) - In 1979, Geoffrey Bawa designed a private residence in Colombo for corporate executive Ratna Sivaratnam. The home stayed within the family for decades until Jetwing Hotels acquired it in early 2024, rescuing it from the fate that has claimed many of Colombo's finest old properties, which is demolition for a high-rise. Jetwing brought in Vinod
- [SaffronStays Brings Its X Series to Rajasthan With a Six-Suite Private Estate in Udaipur](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/saffronstays-brings-its-x-series-to-rajasthan-with-a-six-suite-private-estate-in-udaipur/) - SaffronStays has opened Solitaire Villa in Udaipur, introducing its X Series format to Rajasthan for the first time. The property is designed around a specific kind of group travel, one where families or friends want to celebrate together at scale without sacrificing personal space. The estate offers six suites, each with a private pool. Select
- [Creative Travel e JungleSutra ottengono nomination alla 33ª edizione dei World Travel Awards](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-and-junglesutra-make-the-nominations-at-the-33rd-world-travel-awards/) - La fiducia non si proclama. Si conquista, in silenzio, nel tempo. Da 49 anni, Creative Travel è costruita su una promessa semplice: non deludere mai un partner. Neanche una volta. Mai. È una promessa che intendiamo continuare a mantenere. Siamo profondamente onorati di condividere che siamo stati nominati ai World Travel Awards 2026 in tre
- [Creative Travel et JungleSutra obtiennent des nominations à la 33e édition des World Travel Awards](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-and-junglesutra-make-the-nominations-at-the-33rd-world-travel-awards/) - La confiance ne se proclame pas. Elle se gagne, discrètement, avec le temps. Depuis 49 ans, Creative Travel s’est construite sur une promesse simple : ne jamais laisser tomber un partenaire. Pas une seule fois. Jamais. C’est une promesse que nous avons l’intention de continuer à tenir. Nous sommes profondément honorés de partager que nous
- [Creative Travel und JungleSutra erhalten Nominierungen bei der 33. Ausgabe der World Travel Awards](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-and-junglesutra-make-the-nominations-at-the-33rd-world-travel-awards/) - Vertrauen wird nicht einfach beansprucht. Es wird still und beständig über die Zeit verdient. Seit 49 Jahren basiert Creative Travel auf einem einfachen Versprechen: einen Partner niemals im Stich zu lassen. Kein einziges Mal. Niemals. Dieses Versprechen werden wir auch weiterhin halten. Mit großer Ehre möchten wir mitteilen, dass wir bei den World Travel Awards
- [Creative Travel e JungleSutra recebem indicações na 33ª edição do World Travel Awards](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-and-junglesutra-make-the-nominations-at-the-33rd-world-travel-awards/) - A confiança não se declara. Ela é conquistada, silenciosamente, ao longo do tempo. Há 49 anos, a Creative Travel foi construída sobre uma promessa simples: nunca decepcionar um parceiro. Nem uma única vez. Nunca. É uma promessa que pretendemos continuar cumprindo. É com profunda honra que compartilhamos que fomos indicados ao World Travel Awards 2026
- [Creative Travel y JungleSutra obtienen nominaciones en la 33.ª edición de los World Travel Awards](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-and-junglesutra-make-the-nominations-at-the-33rd-world-travel-awards/) - La confianza no se proclama. Se gana, en silencio, con el tiempo. Durante 49 años, Creative Travel se ha construido sobre una promesa sencilla: nunca fallarle a un socio. Ni una sola vez. Nunca. Es una promesa que tenemos la intención de cumplir. Nos sentimos profundamente honrados de compartir que hemos sido nominados en los
- [Lufthansa's Labour Crisis Deepens as Strikes Stretch Into a Fourth Consecutive Day](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/lufthansas-labour-crisis-deepens-as-strikes-stretch-into-a-fourth-consecutive-day/) - What began as a two-day pilot walkout has grown into the most sustained period of industrial action in Lufthansa's recent history. The Vereinigung Cockpit union's 48-hour pilot strike, which ran from April 13 to 14, resulted in around 900 flight cancellations on April 13 and another 555 cancellations on April 14. The disruption did not
- [ITC Hotels Brings Welcomhotel to Bhubaneswar, Rooted in the City's Temple Architecture](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/itc-hotels-brings-welcomhotel-to-bhubaneswar-rooted-in-the-citys-temple-architecture/) - ITC Hotels has opened Welcomhotel Bhubaneswar, marking the brand's entry into Odisha and strengthening its presence across eastern India. The property sits just 8 kilometres from the airport and was inaugurated by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik. The design draws directly from Bhubaneswar's identity as a city of temples. Descending rooflines, pronounced overhangs, covered walkways, and
- [Taj's Gateway Brand Arrives in Gandhidham With Its First Gujarat Property](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tajs-gateway-brand-arrives-in-gandhidham-with-its-first-gujarat-property/) - The Indian Hotels Company has opened Gateway Kandla in Gandhidham, Gujarat, bringing one of India's most recognised hospitality brands to a city better known for commerce than leisure travel. Spread across 17 acres near the Kandla port, the property offers 93 rooms alongside a pool, spa, fitness centre, and a range of indoor and outdoor
- [A Cheetah Born in India Has Now Raised Cubs of Her Own in the Wild](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-cheetah-born-in-india-has-now-raised-cubs-of-her-own-in-the-wild/) - KGP-2 was born in Kuno National Park 25 months ago. This week, she gave birth to four cubs of her own, pushing India's total cheetah population to 57 and marking a quiet but significant turning point in the country's conservation story. What makes this birth different from earlier milestones is lineage. KGP-2 is the daughter
- [India Is Set to Become One of the World's Largest Hotel Markets](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-is-set-to-become-one-of-the-worlds-largest-hotel-markets/) - India's hotel sector is growing at a pace that is hard to ignore. Branded hotels currently account for just 35 to 40 per cent of total room supply in the country, compared to over 70 per cent in the United States. That gap is not a weakness; it is an opportunity. The country is expected
- [Darjeeling Toy Train Sets All-Time Records After 142 Years](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/darjeeling-toy-train-sets-all-time-records-after-142-years/) - The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway has done something remarkable in its 142-year history. It has never been busier. In the 2025-26 financial year, the iconic narrow-gauge railway recorded 215,432 passengers, up from 183,003 the previous year, a jump of nearly 18 per cent. Revenue climbed alongside it, rising from Rs 2.21 crore to Rs 2.53 crore.
- [Le groupe hôtelier Radisson implante un Park Inn by Radisson à Jabalpur, dans le Madhya Pradesh.son to Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/radisson-hotel-group-brings-park-inn-by-radisson-to-jabalpur-madhya-pradesh/) - Le groupe hôtelier Radisson a renforcé sa présence en Inde centrale avec l'ouverture du Park Inn by Radisson Jabalpur, son dernier établissement venant consolider sa position croissante dans le Madhya Pradesh. Situé en face de Bargi Hills Colony et à environ 30 minutes de l'aéroport de Jabalpur, l'hôtel bénéficie d'un emplacement idéal pour les voyageurs
- [Rhododendron Festival in Bhutan (13- 14 April 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rhododendron-festival-in-himalayan-bloom/) - Set in the pristine highlands of Bhutan, the Rhododendron Festival celebrates the kingdom’s extraordinary floral wealth. Hosted at Lamperi Botanical Park, it coincides with the annual bloom of over 40 rhododendron species, carpeting the mountains in vivid spring colour. The most recent edition was held on 13th–14th April, marking a brief yet immersive showcase of
- [Sinhala and Tamil New Year (Aluth Avurudda/Puthandu) - 14 April 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sinhala-and-tamil-new-year-aluth-avurudda-puthandu/) - The Sinhala and Tamil New Year, known as Aluth Awurudda in Sinhala and Puththandu in Tamil, falls on 14 April 2026 and is observed by both Sinhala Buddhists and Tamil Hindus across Sri Lanka. It is, by any measure, the island's most significant cultural celebration. The festival is closely linked to Sri Lanka's agricultural cycle,
- [Bisket Jatra: Nepal’s Most Dramatic New Year (10 - 18 April 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bisket-jatra-nepals-most-dramatic-new-year/) - Every April, the ancient city of Bhaktapur comes alive in a way that is difficult to put into words. Bisket Jatra, or Biska Jatra as the Newar community knows it, is a nine-day festival centred around the Nepali New Year, which in 2026 falls on 14 April - marking the beginning of the Nepali year
- [Pugdundee Safaris ospita la seconda edizione del Mahua Festival nei lodge dell'India centrale.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pugdundee-safaris-hosts-second-edition-of-mahua-festival-across-central-india-lodges/) - Pugdundee Safaris ha annunciato la seconda edizione del suo Mahua Festival, che si terrà dal 1° al 5 aprile 2026 in cinque dei suoi lodge nella giungla dell'India centrale: Kings Lodge and Tree House Hideaway a Bandhavgarh, Kanha Earth Lodge a Kanha, Pench Tree Lodge a Pench e Denwa Backwater Escape a Satpura. Il festival
- [I ghepardi si spostano da Kuno al Rajasthan in una naturale espansione territoriale.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/cheetahs-roam-from-kuno-to-rajasthan-in-natural-territorial-expansion/) - Due ghepardi provenienti dal Parco Nazionale di Kuno, nel Madhya Pradesh, sono stati monitorati mentre percorrevano 60-70 km fino a Baran, nel Rajasthan, uno spostamento che l'Autorità Nazionale per la Conservazione delle Tigri (NTCA) ha descritto come un comportamento territoriale naturale. Gli animali, KP2 e KP3, appartengono alla prima generazione di cuccioli nati in India,
- [a Bandipur e Nagarahole , ma con alcune restrizioni.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bandipur-nagarahole-safaris-resume-under-restricted-operations/) - I servizi safari sono ripresi nelle riserve delle tigri di Bandipur e Nagarahole , nello stato del Karnataka, dopo una sospensione temporanea legata a preoccupazioni relative al conflitto tra uomo e fauna selvatica. Il Dipartimento forestale ha ripreso le operazioni con durata ridotta e limitazioni al numero di veicoli. La riapertura offre un sollievo alle
- [Il bar che imbottiglia il Rajasthan: Dore è l'inaugurazione più entusiasmante di Udaipur.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-bar-that-bottles-rajasthan-dore-is-udaipurs-most-exciting-opening-yet/) - A Udaipur non mancano certo i panorami mozzafiato dai tetti, ma Dore, il nuovissimo bar inaugurato in cima al Manuscript Jhilwara Haveli, offre qualcosa di più raro: una carta dei cocktail che si legge come una dichiarazione d'amore al Rajasthan. Ideato da Pranav Sharma del Manuscript e da Sagar Neve, veterano del settore bar di
- [Le isole Andamane ospiteranno un festival di surf questo aprile.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/andaman-to-host-surfing-festival-this-april/) - Le isole Andamane e Nicobare si animeranno con la cultura del surf grazie al Surfing Festival di quattro giorni che si terrà a Little Andaman, dal 9 al 12 aprile, nell'iconica Butler Bay. Organizzato dal Dipartimento del Turismo dell'Amministrazione delle Andamane e Nicobare in collaborazione con la Federazione Indiana di Surf, l'evento celebra l'avventura e
- [Il gruppo Radisson Hotel Group porta il Park Inn by Radisson a Jabalpur, nel Madhya Pradesh.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/radisson-hotel-group-brings-park-inn-by-radisson-to-jabalpur-madhya-pradesh/) - Radisson Hotel Group ha ampliato il suo portfolio nell'India centrale con l'inaugurazione del Park Inn by Radisson Jabalpur, l'ultima aggiunta alla sua crescente presenza nel Madhya Pradesh. Situato di fronte a Bargi Hills Colony e a circa 30 minuti dall'aeroporto di Jabalpur, l'hotel gode di una posizione ideale sia per chi viaggia per affari che
- [Il nuovo terminal dell'aeroporto di Guwahati inizia le operazioni commerciali.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/guwahati-airports-new-terminal-begins-commercial-operations/) - Sono iniziate le operazioni commerciali presso il nuovo terminal dell'aeroporto internazionale Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi di Guwahati, ampliando la capacità annuale di passeggeri dell'aeroporto a 13,1 milioni. La struttura è stata inaugurata due mesi dopo la sua apertura e rappresenta un importante ammodernamento infrastrutturale per l'India nord-orientale. L'ampliamento rafforza il ruolo di Guwahati come principale porta
- [IHG apre voco Amritsar, segnando il debutto nel Punjab](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihg-opens-voco-amritsar-marking-punjab-debut/) - voco Hotels, parte di IHG Hotels & Resorts, ha inaugurato il voco Amritsar, introducendo il marchio nel Punjab ed espandendo l'offerta di ospitalità di lusso in questa città storica. Situato in prossimità dell'aeroporto internazionale Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee, l'hotel è progettato per soddisfare le esigenze sia dei viaggiatori d'affari che di piacere. La struttura
- [Pugdundee Safaris organise la deuxième édition du festival Mahua dans ses lodges du centre de l'Inde.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pugdundee-safaris-hosts-second-edition-of-mahua-festival-across-central-india-lodges/) - Pugdundee Safaris a annoncé la deuxième édition de son festival Mahua, qui se déroulera du 1er au 5 avril 2026 dans cinq de ses lodges situés dans la jungle du centre de l'Inde : Kings Lodge et Tree House Hideaway à Bandhavgarh, Kanha Earth Lodge à Kanha, Pench Tree Lodge à Pench et Denwa Backwater Escape
- [Les guépards étendent leur territoire de Kuno au Rajasthan dans le cadre d'une expansion naturelle.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/cheetahs-roam-from-kuno-to-rajasthan-in-natural-territorial-expansion/) - Deux guépards du parc national de Kuno, dans le Madhya Pradesh, ont été suivis sur une distance de 60 à 70 km jusqu'à Baran, au Rajasthan. L'Autorité nationale de conservation des tigres (NTCA) a qualifié ce déplacement de comportement territorial naturel. Ces animaux, KP2 et KP3, font partie de la première génération de petits nés
- [à Bandipur et Nagarahole reprennent avec des restrictions d'exploitation.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bandipur-nagarahole-safaris-resume-under-restricted-operations/) - Les safaris ont repris dans les réserves de tigres de Bandipur et de Nagarahole, au Karnataka, après une suspension temporaire liée aux risques de conflits entre l'homme et la faune sauvage. Le département des forêts a repris ses activités, avec des durées réduites et un nombre de véhicules limité. La réouverture apporte un soulagement aux
- [Le bar qui met le Rajasthan en bouteille : Dore est l’ouverture la plus excitante d’Udaipur à ce jour](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-bar-that-bottles-rajasthan-dore-is-udaipurs-most-exciting-opening-yet/) - Udaipur regorge de panoramas depuis les toits, mais Dore, le tout nouveau bar installé au sommet du Manuscript Jhilwara Haveli, propose une expérience plus rare : une carte de cocktails qui est une véritable déclaration d’amour au Rajasthan. Imaginé par Pranav Sharma (Manuscript) et Sagar Neve, barman chevronné basé à Mumbai, Dore s’inspire des saveurs, du
- [Les îles Andaman accueilleront un festival de surf en avril.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/andaman-to-host-surfing-festival-this-april/) - Les îles Andaman et Nicobar vibreront au rythme du surf à l'occasion du festival de surf de quatre jours qui se tiendra du 9 au 12 avril à Little Andaman, dans l'emblématique baie de Butler. Organisé par le département du tourisme de l'administration des îles Andaman et Nicobar, en partenariat avec la Fédération indienne de
- [Le nouveau terminal de l'aéroport de Guwahati entre en service commercial.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/guwahati-airports-new-terminal-begins-commercial-operations/) - Les opérations commerciales ont débuté au nouveau terminal de l'aéroport international Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi de Guwahati, portant la capacité annuelle de l'aéroport à 13,1 millions de passagers. Ouvert deux mois après son inauguration, ce terminal représente une importante modernisation des infrastructures du nord-est de l'Inde. Cette expansion renforce le rôle de Guwahati comme principale porte
- [IHG ouvre Voco Amritsar, marquant ses débuts au Pendjab](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihg-opens-voco-amritsar-marking-punjab-debut/) - voco Hotels, filiale d'IHG Hotels & Resorts, a inauguré le voco Amritsar, marquant ainsi l'arrivée de la marque au Pendjab et le développement de l'hôtellerie haut de gamme dans cette ville historique. Situé à proximité de l'aéroport international Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee, l'hôtel est conçu pour accueillir aussi bien les voyageurs d'affaires que les
- [Pugdundee Safaris veranstaltet die zweite Ausgabe des Mahua-Festivals in den Lodges Zentralindiens.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pugdundee-safaris-hosts-second-edition-of-mahua-festival-across-central-india-lodges/) - Pugdundee Safaris hat die zweite Ausgabe seines Mahua Festivals angekündigt, das vom 1. bis 5. April 2026 in fünf seiner Dschungellodges in Zentralindien stattfinden wird: Kings Lodge und Tree House Hideaway in Bandhavgarh, Kanha Earth Lodge in Kanha, Pench Tree Lodge in Pench und Denwa Backwater Escape in Satpura. Das Festival dreht sich um den
- [Geparden streifen im Zuge einer natürlichen Gebietsausdehnung von Kuno bis Rajasthan umher.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/cheetahs-roam-from-kuno-to-rajasthan-in-natural-territorial-expansion/) - Zwei Geparden aus dem Kuno-Nationalpark in Madhya Pradesh wurden dabei beobachtet, wie sie 60–70 km weit nach Baran in Rajasthan wanderten. Die Nationale Tigerbehörde (NTCA) bezeichnete dieses Verhalten als natürliches Territorialverhalten. Die Tiere, KP2 und KP3, gehören zur ersten Generation von Jungtieren, die in Indien geboren wurden und von afrikanischen Geparden abstammen, die 2022 im
- [Bandipur und Nagarahole: Safaris werden unter eingeschränkten Bedingungen wieder aufgenommen](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bandipur-nagarahole-safaris-resume-under-restricted-operations/) - Bandipur- Tigerreservat und im Nagarahole- Tigerreservat in Karnataka wurden nach einer vorübergehenden Aussetzung aufgrund von Konflikten zwischen Mensch und Wildtier wieder aufgenommen . Die Forstbehörde hat den Betrieb mit verkürzten Safari-Zeiten und begrenzter Fahrzeuganzahl wieder aufgenommen. Die Wiedereröffnung bietet Erleichterung für Tourismusunternehmen und die lokale Bevölkerung entlang des Wildschutzgebietes Bandipur – Nagarahole – Kabini, wo
- [Die Bar, die Rajasthan in Flaschen abfüllt: Dore ist Udaipurs aufregendste Neueröffnung bisher](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-bar-that-bottles-rajasthan-dore-is-udaipurs-most-exciting-opening-yet/) - Udaipur mangelt es nicht an traumhaften Dachterrassen, doch die neueste Bar im Manuscript Jhilwara Haveli, Dore, bietet etwas ganz Besonderes: eine Cocktailkarte, die einer Liebeserklärung an Rajasthan gleicht. Konzipiert von Pranav Sharma (Manuscript) und dem erfahrenen Barkeeper Sagar Neve aus Mumbai, interpretiert Dore die Aromen, die Folklore und die Traditionen des Bundesstaates neu – ein
- [Andaman veranstaltet im April ein Surffestival](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/andaman-to-host-surfing-festival-this-april/) - Die Andamanen und Nikobaren erwachen vom 9. bis 12. April zum Leben, wenn Little Andaman in der legendären Butler Bay ein viertägiges Surffestival veranstaltet. Organisiert vom Tourismusministerium der Andamanen- und Nikobarenverwaltung in Zusammenarbeit mit dem Indischen Surfverband, feiert die Veranstaltung Abenteuerlust und den wachsenden Ruf der Inseln als Surfdestination. Im Mittelpunkt des Festivals steht die
- [Die Radisson Hotel Group bringt Park Inn by Radisson nach Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/radisson-hotel-group-brings-park-inn-by-radisson-to-jabalpur-madhya-pradesh/) - Die Radisson Hotel Group hat ihr Portfolio in Zentralindien mit der Eröffnung des Park Inn by Radisson Jabalpur erweitert und damit ihre Präsenz in Madhya Pradesh weiter ausgebaut. Das Hotel liegt gegenüber der Bargi Hills Colony und etwa 30 Minuten vom Flughafen Jabalpur entfernt und ist somit ideal für Geschäfts- und Freizeitreisende. Sehenswürdigkeiten wie der
- [Das neue Terminal des Flughafens Guwahati nimmt den kommerziellen Betrieb auf.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/guwahati-airports-new-terminal-begins-commercial-operations/) - Der kommerzielle Betrieb im neuen Terminal des internationalen Flughafens Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi in Guwahati wurde aufgenommen und erweitert die jährliche Passagierkapazität des Flughafens auf 13,1 Millionen. Die Anlage wurde zwei Monate nach ihrer Einweihung eröffnet und stellt eine bedeutende Infrastrukturverbesserung für Nordostindien dar. Die Erweiterung stärkt Guwahatis Rolle als wichtigstes Drehkreuz für die Luftfahrt in
- [IHG eröffnet Voco Amritsar und markiert damit sein Punjab-Debüt](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihg-opens-voco-amritsar-marking-punjab-debut/) - voco Hotels, Teil von IHG Hotels & Resorts, hat das voco Amritsar eröffnet und damit die Marke in Punjab eingeführt. Das Hotel erweitert sein Angebot an gehobener Hotellerie in der historischen Stadt. Dank seiner Nähe zum internationalen Flughafen Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee ist es sowohl für Geschäfts- als auch für Freizeitreisende bestens geeignet. Das
- [Atmosphere Core Signs Boutique Hotel in Shillong, Marking Northeast Entry](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/atmosphere-core-signs-boutique-hotel-in-shillong-marking-northeast-entry/) - Atmosphere Core has announced its entry into Northeast India with the signing of DHAR Golf Vista by Atmosphere Shillong, a boutique hotel development in Meghalaya's capital. The property, developed in partnership with Rocky Dhar, is scheduled to open in 2027. Positioned near Shillong's golf course and within accessible distance of the airport, the 75-key hotel
- [jüSTa Hotels & Resorts to Open Riverside Property in Uttarakhand](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/justa-hotels-resorts-to-open-riverside-property-in-uttarakhand/) - Onora Hospitality has announced the addition of jüSTa Riverside Resort Maletha to its portfolio, with the property scheduled to open in April 2026. Located near Devprayag along the Alaknanda River in Uttarakhand, the resort sits on the Char Dham Yatra route with direct connectivity to Rishikesh, Badrinath, and Kedarnath. The 60-key full-service resort offers rooms
- [Minor Hotels Signs Two Anantara Properties in India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/minor-hotels-signs-two-anantara-properties-in-india/) - Minor Hotels has announced two new signings under its Anantara Hotels & Resorts brand in India, marking the brand's first resort and first urban hotel in the country. Anantara Zanti Coorg Resort, set within a forested enclave near Madikeri in Karnataka's UNESCO-recognised Western Ghats, is slated to open in 2028. The 69-key property is designed
- [New Delhi to Dehradun Expressway to Open in April 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/new-delhi-to-dehradun-expressway-to-open-in-april-2026/) - India's latest infrastructure milestone is set to transform travel to Uttarakhand. The Delhi-Dehradun Expressway, spanning 210 kilometres from Akshardham in Delhi to Dehradun, is scheduled to open on April 14, 2026, with an inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The six-lane, access-controlled corridor reduces travel time between the two cities from over six hours to
- [A Pugdundee Safaris promove a segunda edição do Festival Mahua em lodges da região central da Índia.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pugdundee-safaris-hosts-second-edition-of-mahua-festival-across-central-india-lodges/) - A Pugdundee Safaris anunciou a segunda edição do seu Festival Mahua, que decorrerá de 1 a 5 de abril de 2026, em cinco dos seus alojamentos na selva da Índia Central: Kings Lodge e Tree House Hideaway em Bandhavgarh, Kanha Earth Lodge em Kanha, Pench Tree Lodge em Pench e Denwa Backwater Escape em Satpura.
- [Guepardos percorrem territórios desde Kuno até o Rajastão em uma expansão territorial natural.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/cheetahs-roam-from-kuno-to-rajasthan-in-natural-territorial-expansion/) - Dois guepardos do Parque Nacional de Kuno, em Madhya Pradesh, foram rastreados percorrendo de 60 a 70 km até Baran, no Rajastão, um movimento que a Autoridade Nacional de Conservação de Tigres (NTCA) descreveu como comportamento territorial natural. Os animais, KP2 e KP3, estão entre a primeira geração de filhotes nascidos na Índia, descendentes de
- [em Bandipur e Nagarahole são retomados com operações restritas.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bandipur-nagarahole-safaris-resume-under-restricted-operations/) - Os serviços de safári foram retomados nas reservas de tigres de Bandipur e Nagarahole , em Karnataka, após uma suspensão temporária devido a preocupações com o conflito entre humanos e animais selvagens. O Departamento Florestal retomou as operações com duração reduzida e limites no número de veículos. A reabertura oferece alívio para as empresas de
- [O bar que engarrafa o Rajastão: Dore é a inauguração mais empolgante de Udaipur até agora.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-bar-that-bottles-rajasthan-dore-is-udaipurs-most-exciting-opening-yet/) - Udaipur não tem falta de vistas panorâmicas de terraços, mas o Dore, o bar mais recente a abrir no topo do Manuscript Jhilwara Haveli, oferece algo mais raro: um menu de coquetéis que se lê como uma carta de amor ao Rajastão. Idealizado por Pranav Sharma, do Manuscript, e pelo veterano bartender de Mumbai, Sagar
- [Andaman sediará festival de surfe em abril.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/andaman-to-host-surfing-festival-this-april/) - As Ilhas Andaman e Nicobar ganharão vida com a cultura do surfe, com a realização de um Festival de Surfe de quatro dias em Little Andaman, de 9 a 12 de abril, na icônica Butler Bay. Organizado pelo Departamento de Turismo da Administração de Andaman e Nicobar em parceria com a Federação de Surfe da
- [O Radisson Hotel Group traz o Park Inn by Radisson para Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/radisson-hotel-group-brings-park-inn-by-radisson-to-jabalpur-madhya-pradesh/) - O Radisson Hotel Group expandiu seu portfólio na Índia central com o lançamento do Park Inn by Radisson Jabalpur, sua mais recente adição a uma presença crescente em Madhya Pradesh. Localizado em frente à Bargi Hills Colony e a aproximadamente 30 minutos do Aeroporto de Jabalpur, o hotel é ideal tanto para viajantes a negócios
- [O novo terminal do Aeroporto de Guwahati inicia suas operações comerciais.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/guwahati-airports-new-terminal-begins-commercial-operations/) - As operações comerciais começaram no novo terminal do Aeroporto Internacional Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi, em Guwahati, expandindo a capacidade anual de passageiros do aeroporto para 13,1 milhões. A instalação foi inaugurada dois meses após sua abertura oficial e representa uma importante melhoria na infraestrutura do nordeste da Índia. A expansão fortalece o papel de Guwahati como
- [IHG abre voco Amritsar, marcando estreia no Punjab](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihg-opens-voco-amritsar-marking-punjab-debut/) - A voco Hotels, parte da IHG Hotels & Resorts, inaugurou o voco Amritsar, introduzindo a marca no Punjab e expandindo a oferta de hospedagem de alto padrão na cidade histórica. Localizado próximo ao Aeroporto Internacional Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee, o hotel foi projetado para atender tanto viajantes a negócios quanto a lazer. A propriedade
- [Pugdundee Safaris organiza la segunda edición del Festival Mahua en sus alojamientos del centro de la India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pugdundee-safaris-hosts-second-edition-of-mahua-festival-across-central-india-lodges/) - Pugdundee Safaris ha anunciado la segunda edición de su Festival Mahua, que se celebrará del 1 al 5 de abril de 2026 en cinco de sus alojamientos en la selva del centro de la India: Kings Lodge y Tree House Hideaway en Bandhavgarh, Kanha Earth Lodge en Kanha, Pench Tree Lodge en Pench y Denwa
- [Los guepardos se desplazan desde Kuno hasta Rajastán en una expansión territorial natural](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/cheetahs-roam-from-kuno-to-rajasthan-in-natural-territorial-expansion/) - Se ha rastreado a dos guepardos del Parque Nacional de Kuno, en Madhya Pradesh, que han recorrido entre 60 y 70 km hasta Baran, en Rajastán, un desplazamiento que la Autoridad Nacional para la Conservación del Tigre (NTCA) ha descrito como un comportamiento territorial natural. Los animales, KP2 y KP3, pertenecen a la primera generación
- [Se reanudan los safaris en Bandipur y Nagarahole con restricciones](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/bandipur-nagarahole-safaris-resume-under-restricted-operations/) - Los servicios de safari se han reanudado en la Reserva de Tigres de Bandipur y en la Reserva de Tigres de Nagarahole, en Karnataka, tras una suspensión temporal motivada por la preocupación por los conflictos entre personas y fauna silvestre. El Departamento Forestal ha reanudado las operaciones con duraciones más cortas y límites en el
- [El bar que encarna a Rajastán: Dore es la inauguración más emocionante de Udaipur hasta la fecha](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-bar-that-bottles-rajasthan-dore-is-udaipurs-most-exciting-opening-yet/) - En Udaipur no faltan las vistas desde las azoteas, pero Dore, el bar más nuevo que ha abierto en lo alto del Manuscript Jhilwara Haveli, ofrece algo más excepcional: una carta de cócteles que se lee como una carta de amor a Rajastán. Ideado por Pranav Sharma, de Manuscript, y el veterano de los bares
- [Andamán acogerá un festival de surf este mes de abril](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/andaman-to-host-surfing-festival-this-april/) - Las islas Andamán y Nicobar cobrarán vida con la cultura del surf, ya que Little Andaman acogerá un festival de surf de cuatro días, del 9 al 12 de abril, en la emblemática bahía de Butler. Organizado por el Departamento de Turismo de la Administración de Andamán y Nicobar, en colaboración con la Federación de
- [Radisson Hotel Group abre un Park Inn by Radisson en Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/radisson-hotel-group-brings-park-inn-by-radisson-to-jabalpur-madhya-pradesh/) - Radisson Hotel Group ha ampliado su cartera en el centro de la India con la inauguración del Park Inn by Radisson Jabalpur, su última incorporación a una presencia cada vez mayor en Madhya Pradesh. Situado frente a Bargi Hills Colony y a unos 30 minutos del aeropuerto de Jabalpur, el establecimiento goza de una ubicación
- [La nueva terminal del aeropuerto de Guwahati inicia sus operaciones comerciales](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/guwahati-airports-new-terminal-begins-commercial-operations/) - Las operaciones comerciales han comenzado en la nueva terminal del Aeropuerto Internacional Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi de Guwahati, lo que amplía la capacidad anual de pasajeros del aeropuerto a 13,1 millones. Las instalaciones abrieron sus puertas dos meses después de su inauguración y suponen una importante mejora de las infraestructuras para el noreste de la India.
- [IHG inaugura el voco Amritsar, marcando su debut en Punjab](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihg-opens-voco-amritsar-marking-punjab-debut/) - voco Hotels, parte de IHG Hotels & Resorts, ha inaugurado el voco Amritsar, introduciendo la marca en Punjab y ampliando la oferta hotelera de lujo en esta ciudad histórica. Situado cerca del Aeropuerto Internacional Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee, el hotel está diseñado para atender tanto a viajeros de negocios como de placer. El establecimiento
- [Il Ladakh in fiore: Festival dei fiori di albicocco (8–16 aprile 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ladakh-in-bloom-apricot-blossom-festival-8-16-april-2026/) - Ogni primavera, per alcune settimane, prima che i passi di montagna si aprano e arrivino le folle estive, il Ladakh appartiene interamente all’albicocco. Fiori rosa e bianchi si diffondono a ondate nelle valli più basse – Sham, Aryan, Nubra – trasformando uno dei paesaggi più spettacolari del mondo in qualcosa di inaspettatamente delicato. Il Festival
- [Thrissur Pooram (26 aprile 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/thrissur-pooram-26-april-2026/) - Non esiste in Kerala una festa simile al Thrissur Pooram e, probabilmente, nulla in India che eguagli la sua peculiare combinazione di devozione, spettacolo e suoni. Ogni anno, in un unico giorno di aprile, l’antico tempio di Vadakkunnathan diventa il palcoscenico di uno dei più grandi raduni rituali del subcontinente. Dieci templi convergono al Thekkinkadu
- [Buddha Purnima / Vesak (1° maggio 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/buddha-purnima-vesak-1-may-2026/) - Una volta all’anno, durante la luna piena di Vaishakha, si celebrano contemporaneamente tre dei momenti più significativi della storia buddista: la nascita, l’illuminazione e la morte del Buddha. È il giorno più sacro del calendario buddista e, in India, Sri Lanka e Bhutan, pochi altri giorni sono celebrati con maggiore devozione. In India, i pellegrini
- [Le Ladakh en fleurs : Festival des fleurs d'abricotier (8-16 avril 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ladakh-in-bloom-apricot-blossom-festival-8-16-april-2026/) - Chaque printemps, pendant quelques semaines, avant l'ouverture des cols de haute montagne et l'arrivée des foules estivales, le Ladakh appartient entièrement à l'abricotier. Des vagues de fleurs roses et blanches se déploient dans les vallées basses – Sham, Aryan, Nubra – transformant l'un des paysages les plus spectaculaires au monde en un spectacle d'une tendresse
- [Thrissur Pooram (26 avril 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/thrissur-pooram-26-april-2026/) - Au Kerala, aucun festival ne ressemble vraiment au Thrissur Pooram et, sans doute, rien en Inde n’égale cette combinaison unique de dévotion, de spectacle et de sons. Chaque année, un jour d’avril, l’ancien temple de Vadakkunnathan devient le théâtre de l’un des plus grands rassemblements rituels du sous-continent. Dix temples convergent vers Thekkinkadu Maidanam, chacun
- [Buddha Purnima / Vesak (1er mai 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/buddha-purnima-vesak-1-may-2026/) - Une fois par an, lors de la pleine lune du mois de Vaishakha, trois des moments les plus marquants de l'histoire bouddhiste sont célébrés simultanément : la naissance, l'illumination et le décès du Bouddha. C'est le jour le plus sacré du calendrier bouddhiste, et nulle part ailleurs en Inde, au Sri Lanka et au Bhoutan
- [Ladakh in voller Blüte: Das Aprikosenblütenfest (8.–16. April 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ladakh-in-bloom-apricot-blossom-festival-8-16-april-2026/) - Jedes Frühjahr, für einige Wochen, bevor die hohen Pässe geöffnet werden und die Sommertouristen eintreffen, gehört Ladakh ganz den Aprikosenbäumen. Rosa und weiße Blüten breiten sich wellenförmig über die tiefer gelegenen Täler aus – Sham, Aryan, Nubra – und verwandeln eine der spektakulärsten Landschaften der Welt in etwas unerwartet Zartes. Das Aprikosenblütenfest, lokal als Chuli
- [Thrissur Pooram (26. April 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/thrissur-pooram-26-april-2026/) - Es gibt in Kerala kein Fest, das dem Thrissur Pooram gleicht, und wohl auch nichts in Indien, was seiner einzigartigen Mischung aus Frömmigkeit, Spektakel und Klang das Wasser reichen könnte. Jedes Jahr an einem einzigen Tag im April wird der alte Vadakkunnathan-Tempel zur Bühne für eine der größten rituellen Versammlungen des Subkontinents. Zehn Tempel versammeln
- [Buddha Purnima / Vesak (1. Mai 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/buddha-purnima-vesak-1-may-2026/) - Einmal im Jahr, am Vollmond des Monats Vaishakha, werden drei der bedeutendsten Momente der buddhistischen Geschichte zugleich gewürdigt: die Geburt, die Erleuchtung und das Ableben des Buddha. Es ist der heiligste Tag im buddhistischen Kalender, und in ganz Indien, Sri Lanka und Bhutan werden nur wenige Tage mit größerer Ehrfurcht begangen. In Indien strömen Pilger
- [Ladakh em Flor: Festival das Flores de Damasco (8 a 16 de abril de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ladakh-in-bloom-apricot-blossom-festival-8-16-april-2026/) - Durante algumas semanas a cada primavera, antes que as passagens de alta altitude se abram e as multidões de verão cheguem, Ladakh pertence inteiramente às damasqueiras. Flores rosa e brancas espalham-se pelos vales mais baixos em ondas — Sham, Aryan, Nubra — transformando uma das paisagens mais espetaculares do mundo em algo inesperadamente delicado. O
- [Thrissur Pooram (26 de abril de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/thrissur-pooram-26-april-2026/) - Não há nenhum festival em Kerala que se compare ao Thrissur Pooram e, sem dúvida, nada na Índia que se equipare à sua combinação única de devoção, espetáculo e som. Todos os anos, em um único dia de abril, o antigo Templo Vadakkunnathan se transforma no palco de uma das maiores celebrações rituais do subcontinente.
- [Buddha Purnima / Vesak (1º de maio de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/buddha-purnima-vesak-1-may-2026/) - Uma vez por ano, na lua cheia de Vaishakha, três dos momentos mais profundos da história budista são celebrados simultaneamente: o nascimento, a iluminação e o falecimento do Buda. É o dia mais sagrado do calendário budista, e em toda a Índia, no Sri Lanka e no Butão, poucos dias são marcados com maior reverência.
- [Ladakh en flor: Festival de la flor del albaricoquero (8-16 de abril de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ladakh-in-bloom-apricot-blossom-festival-8-16-april-2026/) - Durante unas pocas semanas cada primavera, antes de que se abran los pasos de montaña y lleguen las multitudes veraniegas, Ladakh pertenece por completo al albaricoquero. Las flores rosadas y blancas se extienden en oleadas por los valles más bajos —Sham, Aryan, Nubra— transformando uno de los paisajes más espectaculares del mundo en algo inesperadamente
- [Thrissur Pooram (26 de abril de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/thrissur-pooram-26-april-2026/) - No hay ningún festival en Kerala que se parezca al Thrissur Pooram y, podría decirse, nada en la India que iguale su particular combinación de devoción, espectáculo y sonido. Cada año, durante un solo día de abril, el antiguo templo de Vadakkunnathan se convierte en el escenario de una de las grandes concentraciones rituales del
- [Buddha Purnima / Vesak (1 de mayo de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/buddha-purnima-vesak-1-may-2026/) - Una vez al año, durante la luna llena de Vaishakha, se conmemoran a la vez tres de los momentos más trascendentales de la historia budista: el nacimiento, la iluminación y el fallecimiento del Buda. Es el día más sagrado del calendario budista, y en toda la India, Sri Lanka y Bután hay pocos días que
- [Baisakhi: un raccolto di gioia e prosperità (14 aprile 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/baisakhi-a-harvest-of-joy-and-prosperity-14-april-2026/) - Poche festività in India racchiudono tanti significati insieme quanto il Baisakhi. Nello stesso giorno di ogni aprile, il Punjab celebra il raccolto del grano, segna il Capodanno sikh e onora uno dei momenti più decisivi della storia sikh: la fondazione della Khalsa da parte di Guru Gobind Singh nel 1699. Questa stratificazione di gioia, fede
- [Baisakhi : une récolte de joie et de prospérité (14 avril 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/baisakhi-a-harvest-of-joy-and-prosperity-14-april-2026/) - Peu de fêtes en Inde rassemblent autant de dimensions à la fois que Baisakhi. Chaque année en avril, le Pendjab célèbre le même jour la récolte du blé, le Nouvel An sikh et l’un des moments les plus marquants de l’histoire sikhe : la fondation du Khalsa par Guru Gobind Singh en 1699. Cette superposition
- [Baisakhi: Eine Ernte der Freude und des Wohlstands (14. April 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/baisakhi-a-harvest-of-joy-and-prosperity-14-april-2026/) - Nur wenige Feste in Indien vereinen so viele Bedeutungsebenen zugleich wie Baisakhi. Jedes Jahr im April feiert Punjab an diesem Tag die Weizenernte, begeht das Sikh-Neujahr und erinnert an einen der prägendsten Momente der Sikh-Geschichte: die Gründung der Khalsa durch Guru Gobind Singh im Jahr 1699. Diese Verbindung von Freude, Glauben und Erinnerung verleiht Baisakhi
- [Baisakhi: uma colheita de alegria e prosperidade (14 de abril de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/baisakhi-a-harvest-of-joy-and-prosperity-14-april-2026/) - Poucos festivais na Índia reúnem tantos significados ao mesmo tempo quanto o Baisakhi. No mesmo dia de cada abril, Punjab celebra a colheita do trigo, marca o Ano-Novo sikh e homenageia um dos momentos mais marcantes da história sikh: a fundação da Khalsa por Guru Gobind Singh em 1699. Essa sobreposição de alegria, fé e
- [Baisakhi: una cosecha de alegría y prosperidad (14 de abril de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/baisakhi-a-harvest-of-joy-and-prosperity-14-april-2026/) - Pocas festividades en la India reúnen tantos significados al mismo tiempo como Baisakhi. En el mismo día de cada abril, Punyab celebra la cosecha del trigo, marca el Año Nuevo sij y honra uno de los momentos más decisivos de la historia sij: la fundación de la Khalsa por el Gurú Gobind Singh en 1699.
- [Dove l’immobilità è il vero scopo: SwaSwara By CGH Earth](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/where-stillness-is-the-whole-point-swaswara-by-cgh-earth/) - Esistono retreat di benessere che offrono menu spa, e poi esistono luoghi realmente costruiti intorno al riposo. SwaSwara by CGH Earth, immerso in 26 acri di giardini costieri sopra Om Beach a Gokarna, appartiene senza dubbio a questa seconda categoria. Le 24 ville Konkan del retreat sono progettate senza fretta, con giardini privati, tonalità della
- [Là où l’immobilité est tout l’enjeu : SwaSwara By CGH Earth](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/where-stillness-is-the-whole-point-swaswara-by-cgh-earth/) - Il existe des retraites bien-être qui proposent des menus de spa, et puis il y a les lieux véritablement conçus autour du repos. SwaSwara by CGH Earth, niché au cœur de 26 acres de jardins côtiers au-dessus d’Om Beach à Gokarna, appartient résolument à cette seconde catégorie. Les 24 villas Konkan du domaine sont pensées
- [Wo Stille der eigentliche Sinn ist: SwaSwara By CGH Earth](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/where-stillness-is-the-whole-point-swaswara-by-cgh-earth/) - Es gibt Wellness-Retreats, die Spa-Menüs anbieten, und dann gibt es Orte, die tatsächlich ganz auf Erholung ausgerichtet sind. SwaSwara by CGH Earth, eingebettet in 26 Acres große Küstengärten oberhalb des Om Beach in Gokarna, gehört entschieden zur letzteren Kategorie. Die 24 Konkan-Villen des Retreats sind bewusst ohne Eile gestaltet, mit privaten Gärten, erdigen Farbtönen und
- [Onde a quietude é o propósito em si: SwaSwara By CGH Earth](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/where-stillness-is-the-whole-point-swaswara-by-cgh-earth/) - Existem retiros de bem-estar que oferecem menus de spa, e depois existem lugares que são genuinamente construídos em torno do descanso. SwaSwara by CGH Earth, escondido em 26 acres de jardins costeiros acima da Om Beach, em Gokarna, pertence claramente à segunda categoria. As 24 vilas Konkan do retiro foram concebidas sem pressa, com jardins
- [Donde la quietud es la razón de ser: SwaSwara By CGH Earth](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/where-stillness-is-the-whole-point-swaswara-by-cgh-earth/) - Hay retiros de bienestar que ofrecen menús de spa, y luego están los lugares que realmente están construidos en torno al descanso. SwaSwara by CGH Earth, escondido en 26 acres de jardines costeros sobre Om Beach en Gokarna, pertenece claramente a esta última categoría. Las 24 villas Konkan del retiro están diseñadas sin prisa, con
- [Un palazzo costruito per questo secolo, radicato in un altro: Abheygarh, Shekhawati](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-palace-built-for-this-century-rooted-in-another-abheygarh-shekhawati/) - Shekhawati è da tempo il capitolo più tranquillo del Rajasthan, una regione di haveli dipinte e cittadine desertiche dai ritmi lenti che ricompensa chi si spinge oltre gli itinerari più battuti. Abheygarh, la più recente proprietà di Alsisar Hotels, le regala un punto di riferimento degno della deviazione. Scolpito nella luminosa pietra di Jaisalmer e
- [Un palais construit pour ce siècle, enraciné dans un autre : Abheygarh, Shekhawati](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-palace-built-for-this-century-rooted-in-another-abheygarh-shekhawati/) - Shekhawati est depuis longtemps le chapitre le plus discret du Rajasthan, une région de havelis peintes et de villes désertiques au rythme paisible qui récompense ceux qui s’aventurent au-delà des itinéraires les plus fréquentés. Abheygarh, la toute nouvelle adresse d’Alsisar Hotels, lui offre un repère à la hauteur du détour. Taillé dans la lumineuse pierre
- [Ein für dieses Jahrhundert gebauter Palast, verwurzelt in einem anderen: Abheygarh, Shekhawati](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-palace-built-for-this-century-rooted-in-another-abheygarh-shekhawati/) - Shekhawati war lange Zeit das ruhigere Kapitel Rajasthans, eine Region mit bemalten Havelis und entschleunigten Wüstenstädten, die jene belohnt, die sich über die ausgetretenen Pfade hinauswagen. Abheygarh, die neueste Anlage von Alsisar Hotels, schenkt der Region ein Wahrzeichen, das den Umweg mehr als wert ist. Aus leuchtendem Jaisalmer-Stein gefertigt und vor bewaldeten Hügeln in Khetri
- [Um palácio construído para este século, enraizado em outro: Abheygarh, Shekhawati](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-palace-built-for-this-century-rooted-in-another-abheygarh-shekhawati/) - Shekhawati há muito tempo é o capítulo mais tranquilo do Rajastão, uma região de havelis pintadas e cidades desérticas sem pressa que recompensa aqueles que se aventuram além do circuito mais conhecido. Abheygarh, a mais nova propriedade da Alsisar Hotels, oferece ao destino um marco à altura do desvio. Esculpido em luminosa pedra de Jaisalmer
- [Un palacio construido para este siglo, con raíces en otro: Abheygarh, Shekhawati](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-palace-built-for-this-century-rooted-in-another-abheygarh-shekhawati/) - Shekhawati ha sido durante mucho tiempo el capítulo más tranquilo de Rajastán, una región de havelis pintadas y pueblos desérticos sin prisa que recompensa a quienes se aventuran más allá del circuito habitual. Abheygarh, la propiedad más nueva de Alsisar Hotels, le da un hito a la altura del desvío. Tallado en luminosa piedra de
- [Daulat ki Chaat: il dessert invernale che scompare prima di mezzogiorno](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/daulat-ki-chaat-the-winter-dessert-that-disappears-before-noon/) - Se non avete mai sentito parlare della Daulat ki Chaat, non siete i soli, ed è proprio questo il punto. È un dessert che esiste solo nei mesi freddi, solo nei vicoli della Vecchia Delhi e solo fino a mezzogiorno, quando la spuma di cui è composto si affloscia silenziosamente. Se si perde quel momento,
- [Daulat ki Chaat : le dessert d’hiver qui disparaît avant midi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/daulat-ki-chaat-the-winter-dessert-that-disappears-before-noon/) - Si vous n’avez jamais entendu parler de la Daulat ki Chaat, vous n’êtes pas seul, et c’est bien tout l’intérêt. C’est un dessert qui n’existe que pendant les mois froids, uniquement dans les ruelles du Vieux Delhi, et seulement jusqu’à midi, moment où la mousse qui le compose s’affaisse doucement. Si vous manquez ce créneau,
- [Daulat ki Chaat: Das Winterdessert, das vor Mittag verschwindet](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/daulat-ki-chaat-the-winter-dessert-that-disappears-before-noon/) - Wenn Sie noch nie von Daulat ki Chaat gehört haben, sind Sie nicht allein, und genau das ist der Punkt. Dieses Dessert gibt es nur in den kalten Monaten, nur in den Gassen von Alt-Delhi und nur bis zum Mittag, wenn der Schaum, aus dem es besteht, still in sich zusammenfällt. Verpasst man dieses Zeitfenster,
- [Daulat ki Chaat: a sobremesa de inverno que desaparece antes do meio-dia](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/daulat-ki-chaat-the-winter-dessert-that-disappears-before-noon/) - Se você nunca ouviu falar de Daulat ki Chaat, não está sozinho, e esse é justamente o ponto. Esta é uma sobremesa que existe apenas nos meses frios, apenas nas vielas da Velha Délhi e apenas até o meio-dia, quando a espuma da qual é feita desaba silenciosamente. Se você perder esse momento, terá de
- [Daulat ki Chaat: el postre de invierno que desaparece antes del mediodía](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/daulat-ki-chaat-the-winter-dessert-that-disappears-before-noon/) - Si nunca has oído hablar de la Daulat ki Chaat, no eres el único, y justamente de eso se trata. Este es un postre que existe solo en los meses fríos, solo en los callejones de la Vieja Delhi y solo hasta el mediodía, cuando la espuma de la que está hecho se deshace silenciosamente.
- [Amartya Sen: l’economista che ha insegnato al mondo a misurare ciò che conta davvero](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amartya-sen-the-economist-who-taught-the-world-to-measure-what-matters/) - Nel 1998, quando il Comitato Nobel riconobbe Amartya Sen per i suoi contributi all’economia del benessere, si trattò del riconoscimento di qualcosa che aveva già silenziosamente rimodellato il modo in cui il mondo pensava alla povertà, alla libertà e alla dignità umana. L’intervento più influente di Sen fu di una semplicità ingannevole: lo sviluppo non
- [Amartya Sen : l’économiste qui a appris au monde à mesurer ce qui compte vraiment](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amartya-sen-the-economist-who-taught-the-world-to-measure-what-matters/) - En 1998, lorsque le Comité Nobel a récompensé Amartya Sen pour ses contributions à l’économie du bien-être, il reconnaissait quelque chose qui avait déjà, discrètement, transformé la manière dont le monde pensait la pauvreté, la liberté et la dignité humaine. L’intervention la plus influente de Sen était d’une simplicité trompeuse : le développement ne pouvait
- [Amartya Sen: Der Ökonom, der der Welt beibrachte, zu messen, was wirklich zählt](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amartya-sen-the-economist-who-taught-the-world-to-measure-what-matters/) - Als das Nobelkomitee Amartya Sen 1998 für seine Beiträge zur Wohlfahrtsökonomik auszeichnete, war das die Anerkennung von etwas, das die Art und Weise, wie die Welt über Armut, Freiheit und menschliche Würde dachte, bereits still, aber grundlegend verändert hatte. Sens einflussreichster Eingriff war bestechend einfach: Entwicklung konnte nicht allein am Einkommen gemessen werden. Sein Capability
- [Amartya Sen: o economista que ensinou o mundo a medir o que realmente importa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amartya-sen-the-economist-who-taught-the-world-to-measure-what-matters/) - Em 1998, quando o Comitê Nobel reconheceu Amartya Sen por suas contribuições à economia do bem-estar, tratou-se do reconhecimento de algo que já havia silenciosamente reformulado a maneira como o mundo pensava sobre pobreza, liberdade e dignidade humana. A intervenção mais influente de Sen foi enganosamente simples: o desenvolvimento não poderia ser medido apenas pela
- [Amartya Sen: el economista que enseñó al mundo a medir lo que realmente importa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amartya-sen-the-economist-who-taught-the-world-to-measure-what-matters/) - En 1998, cuando el Comité Nobel reconoció a Amartya Sen por sus contribuciones a la economía del bienestar, fue el reconocimiento de algo que ya había transformado silenciosamente la manera en que el mundo pensaba sobre la pobreza, la libertad y la dignidad humana. La intervención más influyente de Sen fue engañosamente simple: que el
- [Insalata di ceci e zenzero](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ginger-chickpea-salad/) - Fresca, vivace e discretamente appagante, questa Insalata di ceci e zenzero è un piatto che celebra la semplicità con eleganza. Teneri ceci vengono mescolati con peperoni rossi e gialli croccanti, cipolla finemente tagliata, zenzero fresco grattugiato e una vivace spruzzata di limone, mentre il cumino dona un calore delicato che permane piacevolmente al palato. Leggera
- [Salade de pois chiches au gingembre](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ginger-chickpea-salad/) - Fraîche, vibrante et discrètement rassasiante, cette Salade de pois chiches au gingembre est un plat qui célèbre la simplicité avec élégance. De tendres pois chiches sont mélangés avec des poivrons rouges et jaunes croquants, de l’oignon finement coupé, du gingembre frais râpé et un trait éclatant de citron, tandis que le cumin apporte une chaleur
- [Kichererbsensalat mit Ingwer](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ginger-chickpea-salad/) - Frisch, lebendig und still zufriedenstellend – dieser Kichererbsensalat mit Ingwer ist ein Gericht, das Schlichtheit mit Eleganz feiert. Zarte Kichererbsen werden mit knackigen roten und gelben Paprikaschoten, fein gewürfelter Zwiebel, frisch geriebenem Ingwer und einem hellen Spritzer Zitrone vermengt, während Kreuzkümmel eine sanfte Wärme verleiht, die angenehm am Gaumen nachklingt. Leicht und dennoch nahrhaft ist
- [Salada de grão-de-bico com gengibre](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ginger-chickpea-salad/) - Fresca, vibrante e discretamente satisfatória, esta Salada de Grão-de-Bico com Gengibre é um prato que celebra a simplicidade com elegância. Grãos-de-bico macios são misturados com pimentões vermelho e amarelo crocantes, cebola bem picada, gengibre fresco ralado e um toque vivo de limão, enquanto o cominho traz um calor suave que permanece agradavelmente no paladar. Leve,
- [Ensalada de garbanzos con jengibre](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ginger-chickpea-salad/) - Fresca, vibrante y discretamente satisfactoria, esta Ensalada de Garbanzos con Jengibre es un plato que celebra la simplicidad con elegancia. Los tiernos garbanzos se mezclan con pimientos rojos y amarillos crujientes, cebolla finamente picada, jengibre fresco rallado y un toque brillante de limón, mientras que el comino aporta una calidez suave que perdura maravillosamente en
- [Four IAF-Controlled Airports in India to Face Temporary Closures in 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/four-iaf-controlled-airports-in-india-to-face-temporary-closures-in-2026/) - Civilian flight operations at four Indian Air Force-controlled airports will face temporary disruptions this year as runway recarpeting work gets underway. The affected airports are Jodhpur, Srinagar, Pune and Adampur, all of which are joint-use facilities serving both military and civilian traffic. Jodhpur is the first to be impacted, with civilian operations suspended from March
- [Nepal’s Hidden Himalayan Peaks Worth Exploring](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/nepals-hidden-himalayan-peaks-worth-exploring/) - Nepal has opened 97 peaks in its far-western Himalayas for royalty-free climbing under a two-year initiative running from July 2025 to July 2027. The policy targets the relatively unvisited Karnali and Sudurpashchim provinces, spanning elevations between roughly 5,970 metres and 7,132 metres, with options ranging from ambitious high-altitude objectives to quieter expedition climbs well off
- [Rajasthan High Court Bans Night Safaris and Drone Use at Jawai Leopard Reserve](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rajasthan-high-court-bans-night-safaris-and-drone-use-at-jawai-leopard-reserve/) - The Rajasthan High Court has prohibited night safaris and the use of drones at Jawai Leopard Reserve in Pali district, directing that all safari and wildlife-spotting activity be restricted to the hours of 6 am to 7 pm. The order was issued by a bench comprising Justices Sandeep Shah and Pushpendra Singh Bhati, while hearing
- [Srinagar Airport Flight Operations Restricted from April 6 Amid Runway Upgrade](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/srinagar-airport-flight-operations-restricted-from-april-6-amid-runway-upgrade/) - Flight operations at Srinagar Airport will be limited to between 8 am and 5 pm from April 6, as the Indian Air Force undertakes runway upgradation work expected to continue through the summer and into autumn. The restrictions are raising concerns among Kashmir's tourism industry ahead of what is typically the valley's peak visitor season.
- [Radisson Hotel Group Opens Third Property in Gwalior](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/radisson-hotel-group-opens-third-property-in-gwalior/) - Radisson Hotel Group has opened Hotel Gwalior Regency as a member of its Radisson Individuals brand, marking the group's third property in the city and eighth across Madhya Pradesh. The 50-key property offers rooms and suites across Superior, Deluxe and Suite categories, complemented by dining and event facilities suited to both leisure guests and corporate
- [Nepal Opens Restricted Trekking Routes to Solo Foreign Travellers](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/nepal-opens-restricted-trekking-routes-to-solo-foreign-travellers/) - Nepal has revised its trekking permit rules to allow solo foreign travellers access to restricted areas that previously required groups of at least two people. The change, announced by the Department of Immigration following requests from tourism industry stakeholders, is aimed at encouraging independent travel and supporting visitor numbers in some of the country's most
- [Indore Airport's Renovated Terminal-1 Set to Open, Night Operations to Resume](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indore-airports-renovated-terminal-1-set-to-open-night-operations-to-resume/) - Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport in Indore is set for a significant upgrade with the virtual inauguration of its renovated Terminal-1 and the imminent resumption of round-the-clock flight operations. The refurbished T-1, completed at a cost of Rs 50 crore over nearly two years, spans 6,000 square metres and is designed to handle up to 10
- [IHG Hotels and K Raheja Group Mark Pre-Opening Milestone for Powai Development](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihg-hotels-and-k-raheja-group-mark-pre-opening-milestone-for-powai-development/) - IHG Hotels & Resorts and the K Raheja Group have hosted a pre-opening ceremony for their upcoming dual hotel and convention centre development in Powai, Mumbai, attended by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The project comprises approximately 300 keys across two hotels, alongside a large-format convention centre with 13 meeting rooms, four dining outlets and
- [Radisson Hotel Group Signs First Internationally Branded Resort in Kalimpong](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/radisson-hotel-group-signs-first-internationally-branded-resort-in-kalimpong/) - Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of Radisson Resort Kalimpong, marking the first internationally branded resort in the West Bengal hill station and the group's continued push into Eastern India's leisure markets. Nestled in the Eastern Himalayas, Kalimpong is known for its cool climate, colonial character and views of the Kangchenjunga range. It draws
- [Wyndham Garden to Open in Khajuraho by 2027](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/wyndham-garden-to-open-in-khajuraho-by-2027/) - Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has signed a new property in Khajuraho, developed in partnership with A.S Hotels. The 92-key Wyndham Garden Khajuraho Airport Road is scheduled to open in Q3 2027, adding an internationally branded hospitality option to one of India's most storied heritage destinations. Located on Airport Road, the hotel will offer convenient access
- [IHCL Opens Vivanta Vrindavan, Entering the Spiritual Tourism Segment](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-opens-vivanta-vrindavan-entering-the-spiritual-tourism-segment/) - Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has opened Vivanta Vrindavan, a 135-key property in one of India's most visited pilgrimage destinations, marking the group's entry into the spiritual tourism market. Located close to Vrindavan's key temples and landmarks, including Shri Banke Bihari Mandir, Prem Mandir and the ISKCON Temple, the hotel is designed around calm, mindful stays.
- [IHCL SeleQtions Makes Its Uttar Pradesh Debut in Kanpur](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-seleqtions-makes-its-uttar-pradesh-debut-in-kanpur/) - Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has opened Eternity, Kanpur, marking the SeleQtions brand's first property in Uttar Pradesh. Located on NH-91, the 104-room hotel is positioned to serve corporate, MICE and social travel demand in one of the state's key commercial and industrial centres. Dining options include Célesté, an all-day restaurant, Thea, a bar with a
- [EU Entry/Exit System Goes Fully Operational from April 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/eu-entry-exit-system-goes-fully-operational-from-april-2026/) - The European Union's Entry/Exit System (EES) becomes fully operational on 10 April 2026, completing a phased rollout that began in October 2025 across 29 Schengen countries. The system replaces traditional passport stamps with digital records, capturing biometric data including fingerprints and facial images alongside passport details, entry and exit dates, and any records of refused
- [IndiGo Launches 30+ New Routes from Navi Mumbai International Airport](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-launches-30-new-routes-from-navi-mumbai-international-airport/) - IndiGo has announced a phased rollout of over 30 new routes from Navi Mumbai International Airport, with services launching between March 29 and April 23. The expansion takes the airline's weekly departures from the airport to more than 400, establishing it as a meaningful node in its domestic network. The new routes span a broad
- [Jewar Airport Launch Reignites ATF Tax Debate in NCR Aviation](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jewar-airport-launch-reignites-atf-tax-debate-in-ncr-aviation/) - The inauguration of Noida International Airport at Jewar has brought renewed attention to a significant cost disparity in Indian aviation: the difference in jet fuel taxation between Delhi and Uttar Pradesh. Delhi currently levies around 25% VAT on Air Turbine Fuel, compared to roughly 1% in Uttar Pradesh. Given that fuel accounts for 30–40% of
- [Navi Mumbai International Airport Expands to 46 Domestic Destinations This Summer](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/navi-mumbai-international-airport-expands-to-46-domestic-destinations-this-summer/) - Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) has announced its first summer schedule, running from March 29 to October 24, 2026, expanding its domestic network to 46 destinations with the addition of 30 new routes. IndiGo, Akasa Air and Air India Express will collectively operate an average of 156 flight movements daily, scaling up to 1,092 weekly
- [Madhya Pradesh Prepares Third Home for India's Cheetahs](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/madhya-pradesh-prepares-third-home-for-indias-cheetahs/) - Madhya Pradesh is expanding its cheetah reintroduction programme with a new site at Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve (VDTR), the state's largest tiger reserve spanning 2,339 square kilometres across the Bundelkhand region. Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav recently performed the ground-breaking ceremony for a soft release enclosure within the reserve's Mohli Range, with the site expected
- [India Withdraws Domestic Airfare Caps as Summer Schedule Takes Effect](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-withdraws-domestic-airfare-caps-as-summer-schedule-takes-effect/) - India's Ministry of Civil Aviation has withdrawn temporary fare caps on domestic airfares with effect from March 23, 2026, ending a price-control regime introduced in December 2025 to manage fare volatility following large-scale operational disruptions at IndiGo. The Ministry confirmed that capacity has since been restored and operations across the sector have normalised, making the
- [The Leela Acquires Ultra-Luxury Resort in Coorg, Launching The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-leela-acquires-ultra-luxury-resort-in-coorg-launching-the-leela-coorg-forest-sanctuary/) - The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts has announced the acquisition of an ultra-luxury resort near Madikeri in Coorg, marking the brand's entry into nature-led and wellness-focused hospitality. The property will open later this year as The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary. Set across 76 acres of landscaped terrain surrounded by coffee and spice plantations in the
- [IHCL Brings Taj Brand to Guwahati with 250-Key Hotel Signing](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-brings-taj-brand-to-guwahati-with-250-key-hotel-signing/) - Indian Hotels Company Limited has announced the signing of a Taj hotel in Guwahati, marking the brand's first entry into the capital of Assam. The agreement was signed in the presence of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The project involves the renovation and repositioning of an existing 150-key property, with an additional 100 rooms to
- [Jodhpur Airport to Suspend Civil Flights from March 29 for Runway Resurfacing](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jodhpur-airport-to-suspend-civil-flights-from-march-29-for-runway-resurfacing/) - Civil flight operations at Jodhpur airport will be suspended from 29 March to 27 April, following a Notice to Airmen issued by the Indian Air Force for essential runway recarpeting work. The runway, which was last resurfaced around seven years ago, is due for a phased overhaul expected to conclude by May. Jodhpur operates as
- [UPI Now Accepted Across Sri Lanka for Indian Travellers](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/upi-now-accepted-across-sri-lanka-for-indian-travellers/) - Indian tourists visiting Sri Lanka can now make digital payments using UPI across a growing network of merchants, following an expanded partnership between NPCI International Payments Limited and LankaPay. Travellers can pay by scanning LankaQR codes through any UPI-enabled app, reducing the need to carry cash or manage currency exchange. Acceptance is currently live at
- [India Mandates 60% of Seats on Domestic Flights Be Free to Choose](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-mandates-60-of-seats-on-domestic-flights-be-free-to-choose/) - In a significant move for air travellers, India's Ministry of Civil Aviation has directed all domestic airlines to make at least 60 per cent of seats on every flight available for selection at no additional charge. The directive, issued through the DGCA, comes into effect as part of a broader push to reduce hidden costs
- [Air India Completes Revival of All 30 Grounded Aircraft with Return of VT-ALL](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-completes-revival-of-all-30-grounded-aircraft-with-return-of-vt-all/) - Air India has restored the last of 30 long-grounded aircraft inherited at the time of its return to the Tata Group in 2022, marking the completion of one of Indian aviation's most ambitious fleet revival programmes. The final aircraft, a Boeing 777-300ER registered as VT-ALL, had been out of service since February 2020. Its restoration
- [ISRO Launches Two Apps to Map and Monitor India's Heritage Sites](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/isro-launches-two-apps-to-map-and-monitor-indias-heritage-sites/) - India's space agency has introduced two new satellite-based applications on Bhuvan, its national geo-platform, with a dual purpose: making heritage and cultural destinations more accessible to travellers, and helping authorities monitor these sites for encroachment and damage in real time. The two applications, Bharat Darshan and Kasturi, were launched at ISRO's User Interaction Meet in
- [IHCL Signs SeleQtions Property in Digha, West Bengal](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-signs-seleqtions-property-in-digha-west-bengal/) - Indian Hotels Company Limited has announced the signing of a new SeleQtions hotel in Digha, a coastal destination along the Bay of Bengal in West Bengal. The greenfield development marks another step in IHCL's strategy to expand into emerging leisure and cultural destinations across India. The property will feature 56 keys and is designed to
- [IndiGo Introduces Fuel Surcharge on All New Bookings](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-introduces-fuel-surcharge-on-all-new-bookings/) - IndiGo has announced a fuel surcharge on all new domestic and international flight bookings, effective 14 March, citing a sharp rise in Aviation Turbine Fuel prices. The additional charge applies to every sector booked and varies by distance. For domestic travel within India, passengers will pay an extra Rs 425 per sector. Connecting flights and
- [Mawlynnong Bans Day Tourists on Sundays to Protect Community Life](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mawlynnong-bans-day-tourists-on-sundays-to-protect-community-life/) - Mawlynnong, the Meghalayan village long celebrated as Asia's Cleanest Village, has introduced a quiet but significant policy change: from January 2026, day visitors are no longer permitted on Sundays. The decision was made by the village's local governing council, the Dorbar, after years of growing tourist pressure on a community that has always valued discipline
- [Whisky Tourism Is Quietly Becoming India's Next Big Branding Play](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/whisky-tourism-is-quietly-becoming-indias-next-big-branding-play/) - India is already one of the world's largest whisky markets, but for decades the relationship between drinkers and brands has remained largely transactional. That is beginning to shift. A growing number of Indian distilleries, among them Paul John in Goa, Amrut in Bengaluru, Rampur in Uttar Pradesh, and Indri in Haryana, are now welcoming visitors,
- [The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace, Khajuraho Named One of TIME's World's Greatest Places 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-oberoi-rajgarh-palace-khajuraho-named-one-of-times-worlds-greatest-places-2026/) - The Oberoi Group has announced that its recently restored heritage property near Khajuraho has been included on TIME magazine's World's Greatest Places list for 2026, an annual recognition of standout destinations and experiences around the world. The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace is a 350-year-old palace set in Madhya Pradesh, close to Panna National Park and the
- [Unseasonal Snowfall Brings a Surge of Visitors to Sikkim](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/unseasonal-snowfall-brings-a-surge-of-visitors-to-sikkim/) - A rare mid-March snowfall has blanketed the higher reaches of Sikkim, drawing an unexpected surge of tourists to the Himalayan state at a time when most of India is already easing into summer. Snowfall has been particularly heavy along the Tsomgo Lake–Nathu La circuit, a scenic high-altitude stretch around 40 kilometres from Gangtok. The glacial
- [Air India Adds New Flights to Khajuraho, Varanasi, Jaisalmer and Gaya](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-adds-new-flights-to-khajuraho-varanasi-jaisalmer-and-gaya/) - Air India has announced an expansion of its domestic network, effective from 25 October 2026, with new routes connecting some of India's most significant heritage and spiritual destinations. The airline will introduce a daily triangular circuit linking Delhi, Khajuraho, and Varanasi, alternating direction on different days of the week to give travellers flexibility over how
- [New Restaurant Openings Across India – March 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/new-restaurant-openings-across-india-march-2026/) - India's dining scene is having a lively March, with notable openings spanning Sicilian trattorias and Nikkei kitchens to neighbourhood beer halls and beach clubs. Here's what's worth knowing. Mumbai sees the most action. Siciliana brings Southern Italian warmth to Palladium's Lower Parel, with a menu by chef Sabyasachi Gorai centred on Neapolitan pizzas, coastal seafood
- [Paytey South Indian Kitchen & Wine Room Opens at Ecoworld, Bengaluru](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/paytey-south-indian-kitchen-wine-room-opens-at-ecoworld-bengaluru/) - Brookfield Properties has launched Paytey, South Indian Kitchen & Wine Room at The Bay, its experiential dining district within Ecoworld, its mixed-use development in Bellandur, Bengaluru. Paytey brings an immersive South Indian dining concept to the campus, pairing regional flavours with a curated wine programme, a combination that sets it apart within Bengaluru's tech corridor.
- [jüSTa Darkwood Lodge & Spa to Open in Shimla's Jakhu Hills](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/justa-darkwood-lodge-spa-to-open-in-shimlas-jakhu-hills/) - Onora Hospitality is set to open jüSTa Darkwood Lodge & Spa in mid-March, nestled within the cedar forests of Jakhu Hills, Shimla's highest point. The property marks the group's sixth in Himachal Pradesh, joining existing jüSTa properties in Mashobra, Dharamshala, Manali, and Palampur. Housed in a late-19th-century residence once home to a British engineer behind
- [ALIVAA Opens Second Gurugram Property at DLF Cyber City](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/alivaa-opens-second-gurugram-property-at-dlf-cyber-city/) - ALIVAA Hotels & Resorts has launched ALIVAA Boutique at DLF Cyber City, its second ALIVAA-branded property in Gurugram and eighth hotel in the city overall. The opening also marks the group's 30th operational property nationwide. Situated in the heart of Gurugram's corporate district, the boutique property is designed to serve both business and leisure travellers.
- [Z Hotels Enters North India with New Gurugram Property](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/z-hotels-enters-north-india-with-new-gurugram-property/) - Z Hotels has opened SbyZ Hotel Gurgaon Sector 51, marking the brand's debut in North India following recent launches in Bengaluru and Mumbai. The 41-room property brings the brand's "Smart Luxury" positioning to one of the NCR's most active commercial corridors. Designed for both corporate and leisure travellers, the hotel features contemporary rooms with technology-forward
- [IHG's Garner Brand Signs Fourth India Property in Bhiwadi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihgs-garner-brand-signs-fourth-india-property-in-bhiwadi/) - IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a franchise agreement for a 45-key Garner property in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, marking the midscale conversion brand's fourth signing in India since its regional launch. Scheduled to open in 2027, the hotel will be developed by Modest Structures Private Limited and managed by United Hospitality Management. Positioned for value-conscious business
- [Madurai Airport Granted International Status](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/madurai-airport-granted-international-status/) - The Union Cabinet has approved international status for Madurai Airport, marking a significant step in expanding global connectivity to one of South India's most celebrated cultural and pilgrimage destinations. Home to the iconic Meenakshi Amman Temple, which draws millions of devotees and tourists annually, Madurai has long deserved direct international access. The upgrade is expected
- [Air India Introduces Fuel Surcharge Amid Rising Jet Fuel Costs](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-introduces-fuel-surcharge-amid-rising-jet-fuel-costs/) - Air India has announced revised fuel surcharges across its domestic and international network, including Air India Express, citing a steep rise in jet fuel prices linked to ongoing tensions in the Gulf region. The surcharges are being rolled out in phases for all new bookings from 12 March 2026. Domestically and across the SAARC region,
- [Gulf Airlines Resume Flights as Regional Airspace Reopens](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/gulf-airlines-resume-flights-as-regional-airspace-reopens/) - Emirates, Etihad, and Qatar Airways are gradually restoring operations following airspace closures triggered by the recent conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran, with connectivity to key markets including the UK, India, and the US slowly returning to normal. Emirates is currently flying at roughly 60% capacity, operating 106 daily flights across 83 destinations, with
- [Polo Hotels Group to Build Silchar's First Five-Star Hotel](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/polo-hotels-group-to-build-silchars-first-five-star-hotel/) - The Assam cabinet has approved Silchar's first five-star hotel, to be developed by Polo Hotels Group with an investment of approximately ₹103 crore. The project marks a significant step in bringing international-standard luxury hospitality to the Barak Valley, a region that has long lacked premium infrastructure to support high-value travel and corporate events. The property
- [The Mudhouse Marayoor: Dove la terra ti accoglie](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-mudhouse-marayoor-donde-la-tierra-te-abraza/) - A un’ora da Munnar, nascosta tra le colline di Marayoor, dove il Kerala incontra silenziosamente il Tamil Nadu, sorge una struttura che non cerca di impressionare e che, in qualche modo, ci riesce completamente. The Mudhouse è un rifugio boutique immerso nei vasti paesaggi dei Ghati occidentali, dove cottage in fango costruiti secondo la tradizione
- [The Mudhouse Marayoor : Là où la terre vous enveloppe](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-mudhouse-marayoor-donde-la-tierra-te-abraza/) - À une heure de Munnar, nichée dans les collines de Marayoor, là où le Kerala rejoint discrètement le Tamil Nadu, se trouve une adresse qui ne cherche pas à impressionner et qui, d’une certaine manière, y parvient pleinement. The Mudhouse est une retraite boutique perchée au cœur des vastes paysages des Ghâts occidentaux, où des
- [The Mudhouse Marayoor: Wo die Erde dich trägt](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-mudhouse-marayoor-donde-la-tierra-te-abraza/) - Eine Stunde von Munnar entfernt, eingebettet in die Hügel von Marayoor, wo Kerala still auf Tamil Nadu trifft, liegt ein Anwesen, das gar nicht versucht zu beeindrucken – und es auf wundersame Weise doch vollkommen tut. The Mudhouse ist ein Boutique-Retreat inmitten der weiten Landschaften der Western Ghats, wo traditionell gebaute Lehmhütten und ein Baumhaus
- [The Mudhouse Marayoor: Onde a terra acolhe você](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-mudhouse-marayoor-donde-la-tierra-te-abraza/) - A uma hora de Munnar, escondida entre as colinas de Marayoor, onde Kerala encontra silenciosamente Tamil Nadu, fica uma propriedade que não tenta impressionar e, de alguma forma, consegue fazê-lo por completo. The Mudhouse é um refúgio boutique situado em meio às paisagens amplas dos Gates Ocidentais, onde chalés de barro construídos de forma tradicional
- [The Mudhouse Marayoor: Donde la tierra te abraza](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-mudhouse-marayoor-donde-la-tierra-te-abraza/) - A una hora de Munnar, escondida entre las colinas de Marayoor, donde Kerala se encuentra silenciosamente con Tamil Nadu, se encuentra una propiedad que no intenta impresionar y que, de algún modo, lo consigue por completo. The Mudhouse es un refugio boutique enclavado en los amplios paisajes de los Ghats Occidentales, donde cabañas de barro
- [The Mudhouse Marayoor: Where the Earth Holds You](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-mudhouse-marayoor-donde-la-tierra-te-abraza/) - An hour from Munnar, tucked into the hills of Marayoor, where Kerala quietly meets Tamil Nadu, sits a property that doesn't try to impress, and somehow, does so completely. The Mudhouse is a boutique retreat perched amidst the sweeping landscapes of the Western Ghats, where traditionally built mud cottages and a treehouse blend so seamlessly
- [Amritara Chakra River Resort: Dove il Gange porta guarigione](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amritara-chakra-river-resort-where-the-ganges-does-the-healing/) - Rishikesh ha sempre saputo qualcosa che il resto del mondo sta ancora iniziando a comprendere: il vero ristoro comincia dove le montagne incontrano il fiume. Adagiato sulle tranquille rive del Gange a Mohanchatti, Amritara Chakra River Resort è un rifugio sereno per chi cerca un autentico rinnovamento, avvolto da maestose vedute montane e dal suono
- [Amritara Chakra River Resort : Là où le Gange opère sa guérison](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amritara-chakra-river-resort-where-the-ganges-does-the-healing/) - Rishikesh a toujours su quelque chose que le reste du monde commence tout juste à comprendre : la véritable régénération commence là où les montagnes rencontrent la rivière. Niché sur les rives paisibles du Gange à Mohanchatti, l’Amritara Chakra River Resort est un sanctuaire serein pour ceux qui recherchent un renouveau authentique, enveloppé de vues
- [Amritara Chakra River Resort: Wo der Ganges die Heilung bringt](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amritara-chakra-river-resort-where-the-ganges-does-the-healing/) - Rishikesh wusste schon immer etwas, das der Rest der Welt erst langsam begreift: Wahre Erneuerung beginnt dort, wo die Berge auf den Fluss treffen. Eingebettet an den ruhigen Ufern des Ganges in Mohanchatti ist das Amritara Chakra River Resort ein friedvoller Rückzugsort für alle, die echte Regeneration suchen – umgeben von majestätischen Bergblicken und dem
- [Amritara Chakra River Resort: Onde o Ganges faz a cura](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amritara-chakra-river-resort-where-the-ganges-does-the-healing/) - Rishikesh sempre soube de algo que o resto do mundo ainda está começando a compreender: que a verdadeira restauração começa onde as montanhas encontram o rio. Situado às margens tranquilas do Ganges, em Mohanchatti, o Amritara Chakra River Resort é um refúgio sereno para quem busca uma renovação genuína, envolto por vistas majestosas das montanhas
- [Amritara Chakra River Resort: Donde el Ganges obra la sanación](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amritara-chakra-river-resort-where-the-ganges-does-the-healing/) - Rishikesh siempre ha sabido algo a lo que el resto del mundo apenas está empezando a llegar: que la verdadera restauración comienza donde las montañas se encuentran con el río. Ubicado en las tranquilas orillas del Ganges en Mohanchatti, Amritara Chakra River Resort es un refugio sereno para quienes buscan una renovación auténtica, envueltos por
- [Baisakhi (14 aprile)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/baisakhi-14-april/) - Baisakhi, celebrato il 14 aprile, è un festival del raccolto in Punjab, che commemora anche la formazione del Khalsa nel 1699 da parte di Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Il festival è caratterizzato da danze come il Bhangra e il Gidda, falò e cibi tradizionali. È un momento di gratitudine per il nuovo raccolto e una
- [Baisakhi (14 avril)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/baisakhi-14-april/) - Baisakhi, célébré le 14 avril, est une fête des récoltes au Pendjab qui commémore également la création du Khalsa en 1699 par Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Le festival est marqué par des danses comme le Bhangra et le Gidda, des feux de joie et des plats traditionnels. C'est un moment de gratitude pour les nouvelles
- [Baisakhi (14. April)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/baisakhi-14-april/) - Baisakhi, das am 14. April gefeiert wird, ist ein Erntedankfest in Punjab und erinnert zudem an die Gründung der Khalsa im Jahr 1699 durch Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Das Fest wird mit Tänzen wie Bhangra und Gidda, Freudenfeuern und traditionellen Speisen begangen. Es ist eine Zeit der Dankbarkeit für die neue Ernte und eine Feier
- [Baisakhi (14 de abril)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/baisakhi-14-april/) - O Baisakhi, celebrado em 14 de abril, é um festival da colheita em Punjab, que também comemora a formação da Khalsa em 1699 pelo Guru Gobind Singh Ji. A festividade é marcada por danças como Bhangra e Gidda, fogueiras e comidas tradicionais. É um momento de gratidão pela nova colheita e uma celebração do significado
- [Baisakhi (14 de abril)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/baisakhi-14-april/) - El Baisakhi, que se celebra el 14 de abril, es una fiesta de la cosecha en el Punjab, que también conmemora la formación de la Khalsa en 1699 por Guru Gobind Singh Ji. La fiesta se caracteriza por bailes como el Bhangra y el Gidda, hogueras y comidas tradicionales. Es un momento de gratitud por
- [Eid-Ul-Fitr (20-21 marzo)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/eid-ul-fitr-20-21-march/) - L'Eid-Ul-Fitr, celebrato il 20 marzo e il 21 aprile, segna la fine del Ramadan con preghiere, banchetti e atti di carità. Le celebrazioni iniziano con una speciale preghiera in moschea, seguita da riunioni familiari, scambi di doni e pasti festivi. Lo spirito dell’Eid è incentrato sulla gratitudine e sulla comunità, con piatti tradizionali e dolci
- [Aïd al-Fitr (20-21 mars)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/eid-ul-fitr-20-21-march/) - L'Eid-Ul-Fitr, observée les 20 mars et 21 avril, marque la fin du Ramadan avec des prières, des festins et des actes de charité. La célébration débute par une prière spéciale à la mosquée, suivie de réunions familiales, d’échanges de cadeaux et de repas festifs. L’esprit de l’Aïd repose sur la gratitude et la solidarité, les
- [Eid-Ul-Fitr (20. bis 21. März)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/eid-ul-fitr-20-21-march/) - Eid-Ul-Fitr, das vom 20. März bis 21. April gefeiert wird, markiert das Ende des Ramadan mit Gebeten, Festmahlzeiten und Wohltätigkeit. Die Feier beginnt mit einem besonderen Gebet in der Moschee, gefolgt von Familientreffen, Geschenkaustausch und festlichen Mahlzeiten. Der Geist von Eid steht im Zeichen der Dankbarkeit und Gemeinschaft, da Menschen festliche Speisen und Süßigkeiten wie
- [Eid-Ul-Fitr (20 a 21 de março)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/eid-ul-fitr-20-21-march/) - O Eid-Ul-Fitr, celebrado em 20 de março e 21 de abril, marca o fim do Ramadã com orações, banquetes e caridade. A celebração começa com uma oração especial na mesquita, seguida por reuniões familiares, troca de presentes e refeições festivas. O espírito do Eid é baseado na gratidão e na comunidade, com as pessoas compartilhando
- [Eid-Ul-Fitr (20-21 de marzo)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/eid-ul-fitr-20-21-march/) - El Eid-Ul-Fitr, que se celebra el 20 de marzo y el 21 de abril, marca el final del Ramadán con oraciones, fiestas y caridad. La celebración comienza con una oración especial en la mezquita, seguida de reuniones familiares, intercambio de regalos y alegres comidas. El espíritu del Eid se centra en la gratitud y la
- [Gangaur: Wo Hingabe ihre schönsten Farben trägt (21. März)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/gangaur-where-devotion-wears-its-finest-colours-march-21/) - Gangaur, das am 21. März gefeiert wird, ist ein farbenfrohes Fest, das der Göttin Gauri gewidmet ist und eheliches Glück sowie Fruchtbarkeit symbolisiert. Frauen fasten und beten für das Wohl ihrer Ehemänner, während unverheiratete Mädchen für einen guten Ehemann beten. Das Fest umfasst farbenprächtige Prozessionen, Volkstänze und Musik, insbesondere in Städten Rajasthans wie Jaipur, Udaipur
- [Gangaur: Onde a devoção veste suas melhores cores (21 de março)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/gangaur-where-devotion-wears-its-finest-colours-march-21/) - Gangaur, celebrado em 21 de março, é um festival vibrante dedicado à Deusa Gauri, simbolizando a felicidade conjugal e a fertilidade. As mulheres realizam jejuns e orações pelo bem-estar de seus maridos, enquanto as solteiras rezam por um bom esposo. O festival inclui procissões coloridas, danças folclóricas e música, especialmente em cidades do Rajastão como
- [Gangaur: donde la devoción se viste con sus mejores colores (21 de marzo)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/gangaur-where-devotion-wears-its-finest-colours-march-21/) - Gangaur, que se celebra el 21 de marzo, es un vibrante festival dedicado a la diosa Gauri, símbolo de la felicidad conyugal y la fertilidad. Las mujeres ayunan y rezan por el bienestar de sus maridos, mientras que las solteras rezan por un buen cónyuge. El festival se caracteriza por coloridas procesiones, bailes folclóricos y
- [Gangaur: dove la devozione indossa i suoi colori più belli (21 marzo)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/gangaur-where-devotion-wears-its-finest-colours-march-21/) - Gangaur, celebrato il 21 marzo, è un festival vibrante dedicato alla Dea Gauri, simbolo di felicità coniugale e fertilità. Le donne osservano digiuni e pregano per il benessere dei loro mariti, mentre le ragazze non sposate pregano per trovare un buon marito. Il festival è caratterizzato da processioni colorate, danze folkloristiche e musica, in particolare
- [Gangaur : où la dévotion revêt ses plus belles couleurs (21 mars)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/gangaur-where-devotion-wears-its-finest-colours-march-21/) - Gangaur, célébré le 21 mars, est un festival haut en couleur dédié à la déesse Gauri, symbole du bonheur conjugal et de la fertilité. Les femmes observent des jeûnes et prient pour la prospérité de leurs époux, tandis que les jeunes filles célibataires invoquent la bénédiction d’un bon mariage. Le festival est marqué par des
- [Due zone umide indiane aggiunte alla lista Ramsar in vista della Giornata mondiale delle zone umide](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/two-indian-wetlands-added-to-ramsar-list-ahead-of-world-wetlands-day/) - L'India ha aggiunto altri due siti alla lista globale Ramsar delle zone umide di importanza internazionale, segnando un importante traguardo in materia di conservazione in vista della Giornata mondiale delle zone umide del 2 febbraio. L'annuncio è stato dato dal Ministero dell'Ambiente, delle Foreste e dei Cambiamenti climatici dell'Unione, portando il totale dei siti Ramsar
- [Ummrao Saaj apre al Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ummrao-saaj-opens-at-courtyard-by-marriott-mumbai-international-airport/) - La cucina Awadhi trova una nuova dimora contemporanea a Mumbai con l'apertura di Ummrao Saaj al Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport. Il ristorante trae ispirazione dalla tradizione culinaria reale di Lucknow, reinterpretata in chiave moderna, con preparazioni dum pukht cotte lentamente, profumi speziati e piatti raffinati che rendono omaggio alla tradizione senza esserne limitati.
- [Seclude Hampi 1800 apre a Sandur, vicino al sito patrimonio dell'UNESCO di Hampi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/seclude-hampi-1800-opens-in-sandur-near-hampis-unesco-heritage-site/) - Seclude Hotels ha inaugurato Seclude Hampi 1800, una residenza reale restaurata a Sandur, segnando l'ingresso del gruppo di boutique hotel nella regione di Hampi. Originariamente dimora della famiglia reale di Sandur, la struttura di sei camere è immersa in palmeti e cortili paesaggistici, a breve distanza da uno dei siti patrimonio mondiale dell'UNESCO più celebri
- [Sterling rafforza la sua presenza nel Rajasthan con il lancio dello Sterling Amargarh Jodhpur](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sterling-strengthens-rajasthan-presence-with-launch-of-sterling-amargarh-jodhpur/) - Sterling Holiday Resorts ha ampliato il suo portafoglio nel Rajasthan con il lancio dello Sterling Amargarh Jodhpur, un resort di grandi dimensioni immerso nel verde paesaggistico di Pal Road. L'apertura rafforza l'attenzione del marchio verso le destinazioni ricche di tradizione, soddisfacendo al contempo la crescente domanda di soggiorni all'insegna dell'esperienza. Progettato per fondere lo spirito
- [L'Himachal Pradesh lancia i servizi di elicottero taxi che collegano Shimla con i principali centri urbani e montani](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/himachal-pradesh-launches-heli-taxi-services-linking-shimla-with-key-hill-and-urban-centres/) - Il governo dell'Himachal Pradesh ha inaugurato i tanto attesi servizi di elicottero taxi che collegano Shimla con Kullu, Reckong Peo e Chandigarh, rafforzando in modo significativo i collegamenti aerei regionali. I servizi sono stati inaugurati dall'eliporto di Sanjauli dal primo ministro Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu. Gestiti nell'ambito del programma UDAN del governo centrale in collaborazione con
- [IndiGo lancerà voli diretti Delhi e Mumbai-Atene con il primo A321XLR dell'India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-to-launch-non-stop-delhi-and-mumbai-athens-flights-with-indias-first-a321xlr/) - IndiGo ha annunciato il lancio di voli diretti da Mumbai e Delhi ad Atene, segnando una tappa importante nella connettività aerea tra India ed Europa. I servizi da Mumbai inizieranno il 23 gennaio 2026, seguiti da quelli da Delhi il 24 gennaio, con tre voli a settimana. Queste rotte saranno operate utilizzando il primo Airbus
- [Espire Hospitality amplia il proprio portafoglio Country Inn con una nuova apertura a Varanasi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/espire-hospitality-expands-country-inn-portfolio-with-new-opening-in-varanasi/) - Espire Hospitality Limited ha annunciato il lancio del Country Inn, Varanasi, segnando un'altra pietra miliare nell'espansione del proprio portafoglio Country Inn Hotels & Resorts. Situato in una delle città più antiche del mondo, il nuovo hotel sottolinea l'attenzione del gruppo verso destinazioni culturali e spirituali ad alto potenziale. Immerso nel ritmo sacro di Varanasi, la
- [IHCL inaugura l'hotel SeleQtions a Bandra](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-launches-seleqtions-hotel-in-bandra/) - Indian Hotels Company Limited ha rafforzato la propria presenza a Mumbai con l'inaugurazione di un nuovo hotel a marchio SeleQtions a Bandra, consolidando il fascino della città per lo sviluppo dell'ospitalità di alto livello. Il progetto brownfield segna un'altra aggiunta strategica per Indian Hotels Company Limited in uno dei quartieri più ambiti di Mumbai. Situato
- [Lo Sri Lanka lancia il visto per nomadi digitali](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-launches-digital-nomad-visa/) - Lo Sri Lanka ha introdotto un visto per nomadi digitali insieme a un visto turistico a validità estesa per attirare lavoratori remoti e viaggiatori che soggiornano a lungo. Le nuove categorie, approvate dal Consiglio dei Ministri, mirano ad allineare le politiche di ingresso nel Paese all'evoluzione dei modelli globali di viaggio e lavoro. Il visto
- [Deux zones humides indiennes ajoutées à la liste Ramsar avant la Journée mondiale des zones humides](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/two-indian-wetlands-added-to-ramsar-list-ahead-of-world-wetlands-day/) - L'Inde a ajouté deux nouveaux sites à la liste mondiale Ramsar des zones humides d'importance internationale, marquant ainsi une étape importante en matière de conservation avant la Journée mondiale des zones humides, le 2 février. L'annonce a été faite par le ministère fédéral de l'Environnement, des Forêts et du Changement climatique, portant à 98 le
- [Ummrao Saaj ouvre ses portes au Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ummrao-saaj-opens-at-courtyard-by-marriott-mumbai-international-airport/) - La cuisine Awadhi trouve un nouveau foyer contemporain à Mumbai avec le lancement d'Ummrao Saaj au Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport. Le restaurant puise son âme dans l'héritage culinaire royal de Lucknow, réinterprété à travers un prisme moderne, avec des préparations dum pukht cuites lentement, des profils d'épices aromatiques et des assiettes raffinées qui
- [Seclude Hampi 1800 ouvre ses portes à Sandur, près du site classé au patrimoine mondial de l'UNESCO de Hampi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/seclude-hampi-1800-opens-in-sandur-near-hampis-unesco-heritage-site/) - Seclude Hotels a dévoilé Seclude Hampi 1800, une résidence royale restaurée à Sandur, marquant ainsi l'entrée du groupe hôtelier boutique dans la région de Hampi. Ancienne demeure de la famille royale de Sandur, cette propriété de six chambres est nichée au milieu de palmeraies et de cours paysagées, à quelques pas seulement de l'un des
- [Sterling renforce sa présence au Rajasthan avec le lancement du Sterling Amargarh Jodhpur](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sterling-strengthens-rajasthan-presence-with-launch-of-sterling-amargarh-jodhpur/) - Sterling Holiday Resorts a élargi son portefeuille au Rajasthan avec le lancement du Sterling Amargarh Jodhpur, un grand complexe hôtelier situé au milieu d'espaces verts paysagers sur Pal Road. Cette ouverture renforce l'intérêt de la marque pour les destinations patrimoniales tout en répondant à la demande croissante de séjours axés sur l'expérience. Conçu pour allier
- [L'Himachal Pradesh lance des services d'hélicoptère-taxi reliant Shimla aux principaux centres urbains et montagneux](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/himachal-pradesh-launches-heli-taxi-services-linking-shimla-with-key-hill-and-urban-centres/) - Le gouvernement de l'Himachal Pradesh a inauguré les services d'hélicoptère-taxi tant attendus reliant Shimla à Kullu, Reckong Peo et Chandigarh, renforçant ainsi considérablement la connectivité aérienne régionale. Les services ont été inaugurés depuis l'héliport de Sanjauli par le ministre en chef Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu. Exploités dans le cadre du programme UDAN du gouvernement central en
- [IndiGo va lancer des vols sans escale entre Delhi et Mumbai et Athènes avec le premier A321XLR indien](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-to-launch-non-stop-delhi-and-mumbai-athens-flights-with-indias-first-a321xlr/) - IndiGo a annoncé le lancement de vols directs entre Mumbai et Delhi et Athènes, marquant une étape importante dans la connectivité aérienne entre l'Inde et l'Europe. Les vols au départ de Mumbai débuteront le 23 janvier 2026, suivis par ceux au départ de Delhi le 24 janvier, à raison de trois vols par semaine. Ces
- [Espire Hospitality élargit son portefeuille Country Inn avec une nouvelle ouverture à Varanasi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/espire-hospitality-expands-country-inn-portfolio-with-new-opening-in-varanasi/) - Espire Hospitality Limited a annoncé le lancement du Country Inn, Varanasi, marquant ainsi une nouvelle étape importante dans l'expansion de son portefeuille Country Inn Hotels & Resorts. Situé dans l'une des plus anciennes villes du monde, le nouvel hôtel souligne l'intérêt du groupe pour les destinations culturelles et spirituelles à fort potentiel. Niché au cœur
- [IHCL lance l'hôtel SeleQtions à Bandra](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-launches-seleqtions-hotel-in-bandra/) - Indian Hotels Company Limited a renforcé sa présence à Mumbai avec le lancement d'un nouvel hôtel de la marque SeleQtions à Bandra, renforçant ainsi l'attrait continu de la ville pour le développement hôtelier haut de gamme. Ce projet de réaménagement urbain marque un nouvel ajout stratégique pour Indian Hotels Company Limited dans l'un des quartiers
- [Le Sri Lanka lance le visa Digital Nomad](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-launches-digital-nomad-visa/) - Le Sri Lanka a introduit un visa « Digital Nomad » ainsi qu'un visa touristique à validité prolongée afin d'attirer les travailleurs à distance et les voyageurs de longue durée. Ces nouvelles catégories, approuvées par le Cabinet, visent à aligner les politiques d'entrée du pays sur l'évolution des modes de voyage et de travail à
- [Zwei indische Feuchtgebiete vor dem Weltfeuchtgebietstag in die Ramsar-Liste aufgenommen](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/two-indian-wetlands-added-to-ramsar-list-ahead-of-world-wetlands-day/) - Indien hat zwei weitere Gebiete in die globale Ramsar-Liste der Feuchtgebiete von internationaler Bedeutung aufgenommen und damit vor dem Weltfeuchtgebietstag am 2. Februar einen bedeutenden Meilenstein im Naturschutz gesetzt. Die Ankündigung erfolgte durch das Ministerium für Umwelt, Forstwirtschaft und Klimawandel, wodurch sich die Gesamtzahl der Ramsar-Gebiete in Indien auf 98 erhöht. Die neu anerkannten Feuchtgebiete
- [Ummrao Saaj eröffnet im Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ummrao-saaj-opens-at-courtyard-by-marriott-mumbai-international-airport/) - Mit der Eröffnung des Ummrao Saaj im Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport findet die Awadhi-Küche in Mumbai ein neues, modernes Zuhause. Das Restaurant schöpft seine Inspiration aus dem königlichen kulinarischen Erbe Lucknows, das durch eine moderne Brille neu interpretiert wird: langsam gegarte Dum-Pukht-Gerichte, aromatische Gewürzmischungen und raffinierte Anrichtungsformen, die das Erbe würdigen, ohne sich
- [Seclude Hampi 1800 eröffnet in Sandur, nahe dem UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe Hampi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/seclude-hampi-1800-opens-in-sandur-near-hampis-unesco-heritage-site/) - Seclude Hotels hat das Seclude Hampi 1800 eröffnet, eine restaurierte königliche Residenz in Sandur, und damit den Einstieg der Boutique-Hotelgruppe in die Region Hampi markiert. Das ursprünglich von der Königsfamilie von Sandur bewohnte Anwesen mit sechs Zimmern liegt inmitten von Palmenhainen und gepflegten Innenhöfen, nur wenige Schritte von einer der berühmtesten UNESCO-Welterbestätten Indiens entfernt. Die
- [Sterling stärkt seine Präsenz in Rajasthan mit der Eröffnung des Sterling Amargarh Jodhpur](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sterling-strengthens-rajasthan-presence-with-launch-of-sterling-amargarh-jodhpur/) - Sterling Holiday Resorts hat sein Portfolio in Rajasthan mit der Eröffnung des Sterling Amargarh Jodhpur erweitert, einem großzügigen Resort inmitten einer gepflegten Grünanlage an der Pal Road. Die Eröffnung unterstreicht den Fokus der Marke auf traditionsreiche Reiseziele und trägt gleichzeitig der wachsenden Nachfrage nach erlebnisorientierten Aufenthalten Rechnung. Das Resort wurde so konzipiert, dass es den
- [Himachal Pradesh startet Hubschrauber-Taxidienste, die Shimla mit wichtigen Berg- und Stadtzentren verbinden](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/himachal-pradesh-launches-heli-taxi-services-linking-shimla-with-key-hill-and-urban-centres/) - Die Regierung von Himachal Pradesh hat die lang erwarteten Hubschrauber-Taxidienste zwischen Shimla und Kullu, Reckong Peo und Chandigarh eingeweiht, wodurch die regionale Luftverkehrsanbindung erheblich verbessert wird. Die Dienste wurden von Ministerpräsident Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu vom Heliport Sanjauli aus gestartet. Die Heli-Taxis werden im Rahmen des UDAN-Programms der Zentralregierung in Zusammenarbeit mit Heritage Aviation betrieben und
- [IndiGo startet Nonstop-Flüge von Delhi und Mumbai nach Athen mit Indiens erstem A321XLR](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-to-launch-non-stop-delhi-and-mumbai-athens-flights-with-indias-first-a321xlr/) - IndiGo hat die Einführung von Direktflügen von Mumbai und Delhi nach Athen angekündigt, was einen bedeutenden Meilenstein in der Luftverkehrsanbindung zwischen Indien und Europa darstellt. Die Flüge von Mumbai aus werden am 23. Januar 2026 aufgenommen, gefolgt von Delhi am 24. Januar, mit einer Frequenz von drei Flügen pro Woche. Diese Strecken werden mit Indiens
- [Espire Hospitality erweitert sein Country Inn-Portfolio mit Neueröffnung in Varanasi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/espire-hospitality-expands-country-inn-portfolio-with-new-opening-in-varanasi/) - Espire Hospitality Limited hat die Eröffnung des Country Inn in Varanasi bekannt gegeben und damit einen weiteren Meilenstein in der Erweiterung seines Country Inn Hotels & Resorts-Portfolios gesetzt. Das neue Hotel befindet sich in einer der ältesten noch bewohnten Städte der Welt und unterstreicht die Fokussierung der Gruppe auf kulturell und spirituell interessante Reiseziele mit
- [IHCL eröffnet SeleQtions Hotel in Bandra](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-launches-seleqtions-hotel-in-bandra/) - Die Indian Hotels Company Limited hat ihre Präsenz in Mumbai mit der Eröffnung eines neuen Hotels der Marke SeleQtions in Bandra gestärkt und damit die anhaltende Attraktivität der Stadt für die Entwicklung von Premium-Hotels unterstrichen. Das Brownfield-Projekt ist eine weitere strategische Ergänzung für die Indian Hotels Company Limited in einem der begehrtesten Stadtteile Mumbais. Das
- [Sri Lanka führt Digital Nomad Visa ein](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-launches-digital-nomad-visa/) - Sri Lanka hat neben einem Touristenvisum mit verlängerter Gültigkeitsdauer ein Digital Nomad Visa eingeführt, um Remote-Arbeiter und Langzeitreisende anzulocken. Die neuen Kategorien, die vom Kabinett genehmigt wurden, zielen darauf ab, die Einreisebestimmungen des Landes an die sich wandelnden globalen Reise- und Arbeitsmuster anzupassen. Das Digital Nomad Visa ermöglicht es ausländischen Staatsangehörigen, sich in Sri Lanka
- [Duas zonas úmidas indianas adicionadas à Lista Ramsar antes do Dia Mundial das Zonas Úmidas](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/two-indian-wetlands-added-to-ramsar-list-ahead-of-world-wetlands-day/) - A Índia adicionou mais dois locais à lista global Ramsar de Zonas Úmidas de Importância Internacional, marcando um marco significativo na conservação antes do Dia Mundial das Zonas Úmidas, em 2 de fevereiro. O anúncio foi feito pelo Ministério da União do Meio Ambiente, Florestas e Mudanças Climáticas, elevando o total de locais Ramsar da
- [Ummrao Saaj inaugura no Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ummrao-saaj-opens-at-courtyard-by-marriott-mumbai-international-airport/) - A culinária Awadhi encontra um novo lar contemporâneo em Mumbai com o lançamento do Ummrao Saaj no Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport. O restaurante inspira-se na tradição culinária real de Lucknow, reinterpretada através de uma lente moderna, com pratos dum pukht cozinhados lentamente, perfis de especiarias aromáticas e pratos refinados que honram a tradição
- [Seclude Hampi 1800 abre em Sandur, perto do Patrimônio Mundial da UNESCO de Hampi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/seclude-hampi-1800-opens-in-sandur-near-hampis-unesco-heritage-site/) - A Seclude Hotels revelou o Seclude Hampi 1800, uma residência real restaurada em Sandur, marcando a entrada do grupo de hotéis boutique na região de Hampi. Originalmente lar da família real de Sandur, a propriedade de seis quartos fica entre palmeirais e pátios ajardinados, a uma curta distância de um dos locais mais famosos da
- [Sterling reforça presença no Rajastão com o lançamento do Sterling Amargarh Jodhpur](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sterling-strengthens-rajasthan-presence-with-launch-of-sterling-amargarh-jodhpur/) - A Sterling Holiday Resorts expandiu seu portfólio no Rajastão com o lançamento do Sterling Amargarh Jodhpur, um resort de grande porte situado em meio a jardins paisagísticos na Pal Road. A inauguração reforça o foco da marca em destinos históricos, atendendo à crescente demanda por estadias voltadas para experiências. Projetado para combinar o espírito majestoso
- [Himachal Pradesh lança serviços de táxi aéreo ligando Shimla aos principais centros urbanos e montanhosos](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/himachal-pradesh-launches-heli-taxi-services-linking-shimla-with-key-hill-and-urban-centres/) - O governo de Himachal Pradesh inaugurou os tão esperados serviços de táxi aéreo ligando Shimla a Kullu, Reckong Peo e Chandigarh, fortalecendo significativamente a conectividade aérea regional. Os serviços foram inaugurados no heliporto de Sanjauli pelo ministro-chefe Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu. Operados sob o esquema UDAN do Centro em parceria com a Heritage Aviation, os táxis
- [IndiGo lançará voos diretos de Delhi e Mumbai para Atenas com o primeiro A321XLR da Índia](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-to-launch-non-stop-delhi-and-mumbai-athens-flights-with-indias-first-a321xlr/) - A IndiGo anunciou o lançamento de voos diretos de Mumbai e Delhi para Atenas, marcando um marco significativo na conectividade aérea entre a Índia e a Europa. Os serviços a partir de Mumbai terão início em 23 de janeiro de 2026, seguidos por Delhi em 24 de janeiro, operando três vezes por semana. Essas rotas
- [Espire Hospitality expande portfólio da Country Inn com nova abertura em Varanasi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/espire-hospitality-expands-country-inn-portfolio-with-new-opening-in-varanasi/) - A Espire Hospitality Limited anunciou a inauguração do Country Inn, Varanasi, ampliando o portfólio da marca Country Inn Hotels & Resorts em um dos destinos culturais e espirituais mais importantes da Índia. Localizado no coração de Varanasi, o hotel combina design contemporâneo e hospitalidade acolhedora, oferecendo uma base confortável tanto para viagens de lazer quanto
- [IHCL lança hotel SeleQtions em Bandra](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-launches-seleqtions-hotel-in-bandra/) - A Indian Hotels Company Limited reforçou sua presença em Mumbai com o lançamento de um novo hotel da marca SeleQtions em Bandra, consolidando o apelo contínuo da cidade para o desenvolvimento de hospitalidade premium. O projeto brownfield marca mais uma adição estratégica da IHCL em um dos bairros mais cobiçados de Mumbai. Localizado na Turner
- [Sri Lanka lança visto para nômades digitais](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-launches-digital-nomad-visa/) - O Sri Lanka introduziu um Visto para Nômades Digitais, junto com um visto de turista com validade estendida, para atrair trabalhadores remotos e viajantes de longa permanência. As novas categorias, aprovadas pelo Gabinete, buscam alinhar as políticas de entrada do país às mudanças nos padrões globais de viagem e trabalho. O Visto para Nômades Digitais
- [Dos humedales indios se añaden a la Lista de Ramsar antes del Día Mundial de los Humedales](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/two-indian-wetlands-added-to-ramsar-list-ahead-of-world-wetlands-day/) - India ha añadido dos sitios más a la lista mundial de Ramsar de Humedales de Importancia Internacional, lo que supone un hito significativo en materia de conservación antes del Día Mundial de los Humedales, que se celebra el 2 de febrero. El anuncio lo ha realizado el Ministerio de Medio Ambiente, Bosques y Cambio Climático
- [Ummrao Saaj abre sus puertas en el Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ummrao-saaj-opens-at-courtyard-by-marriott-mumbai-international-airport/) - La cocina awadhi encuentra un nuevo hogar contemporáneo en Bombay con la inauguración de Ummrao Saaj en el Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport. El restaurante se inspira en el legado culinario real de Lucknow, reinterpretado desde una perspectiva moderna, con preparaciones dum pukht cocinadas a fuego lento, perfiles de especias aromáticas y platos refinados
- [Seclude Hampi 1800 abre sus puertas en Sandur, cerca del sitio declarado Patrimonio de la Humanidad por la UNESCO de Hampi.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/seclude-hampi-1800-opens-in-sandur-near-hampis-unesco-heritage-site/) - Seclude Hotels ha presentado Seclude Hampi 1800, una residencia real restaurada en Sandur, que marca la entrada del grupo hotelero boutique en la región de Hampi. Originalmente hogar de la familia real de Sandur, la propiedad de seis habitaciones se encuentra entre palmerales y patios ajardinados, a poca distancia de uno de los sitios más
- [Sterling refuerza su presencia en Rajastán con la inauguración del Sterling Amargarh Jodhpur](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sterling-strengthens-rajasthan-presence-with-launch-of-sterling-amargarh-jodhpur/) - Sterling Holiday Resorts ha ampliado su cartera en Rajastán con la inauguración del Sterling Amargarh Jodhpur, un complejo turístico de gran formato situado en medio de un paisaje ajardinado en Pal Road. La apertura refuerza el enfoque de la marca en destinos patrimoniales, al tiempo que satisface la creciente demanda de estancias basadas en la
- [Himachal Pradesh lanza servicios de helicóptero taxi que conectan Shimla con los principales centros urbanos y de montaña](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/himachal-pradesh-launches-heli-taxi-services-linking-shimla-with-key-hill-and-urban-centres/) - El gobierno de Himachal Pradesh ha inaugurado los tan esperados servicios de helicóptero taxi que conectan Shimla con Kullu, Reckong Peo y Chandigarh, lo que refuerza significativamente la conectividad aérea regional. Los servicios fueron inaugurados desde el helipuerto de Sanjauli por el ministro principal, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu. Operados en el marco del programa UDAN del
- [IndiGo lanzará vuelos sin escalas entre Delhi y Bombay y Atenas con el primer A321XLR de la India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-to-launch-non-stop-delhi-and-mumbai-athens-flights-with-indias-first-a321xlr/) - IndiGo ha anunciado el lanzamiento de vuelos directos desde Bombay y Delhi a Atenas, lo que supone un hito importante en la conectividad aérea entre la India y Europa. Los servicios desde Bombay comenzarán el 23 de enero de 2026, seguidos de los de Delhi el 24 de enero, con tres vuelos semanales. Estas rutas
- [Espire Hospitality amplía su cartera de Country Inn con una nueva apertura en Varanasi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/espire-hospitality-expands-country-inn-portfolio-with-new-opening-in-varanasi/) - Espire Hospitality Limited ha anunciado la inauguración de Country Inn, Varanasi, lo que supone otro hito en la expansión de su cartera de Country Inn Hotels & Resorts. Situado en una de las ciudades más antiguas del mundo, el nuevo hotel subraya el interés del grupo por los destinos culturales y espirituales de gran potencial.
- [IHCL inaugura el hotel SeleQtions en Bandra](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-launches-seleqtions-hotel-in-bandra/) - Indian Hotels Company Limited ha reforzado su presencia en Bombay con la inauguración de un nuevo hotel de la marca SeleQtions en Bandra, lo que refuerza el continuo atractivo de la ciudad para el desarrollo de la hostelería de alta gama. El proyecto de reurbanización supone otra incorporación estratégica para Indian Hotels Company Limited en
- [Sri Lanka lanza la visa para nómadas digitales](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-launches-digital-nomad-visa/) - Sri Lanka ha introducido una visa para nómadas digitales junto con una visa de turista de validez ampliada para atraer a trabajadores remotos y viajeros de larga estancia. Las nuevas categorías, aprobadas por el Gabinete, tienen como objetivo alinear las políticas de entrada al país con los patrones globales de viaje y trabajo en constante
- [Creative Travel vince il premio per il miglior programma sostenibile all'ADMEI](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-wins-award-for-best-sustainable-program-at-admei/) - Siamo orgogliosi di annunciare che, in occasione della conferenza annuale dell'Association of Destination Management Executives International (ADMEI) in Costa Rica, Creative Travel India e Creative Travel Maldives sono state insignite del premio per il miglior programma sostenibile. Il riconoscimento è stato assegnato al nostro viaggio incentive Viaje Diamantes 2025, ideato per i nostri partner di
- [Creative Travel remporte le prix du meilleur programme durable à l'ADMEI](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-wins-award-for-best-sustainable-program-at-admei/) - Nous sommes fiers d'annoncer que lors de la conférence annuelle de l'Association of Destination Management Executives International (ADMEI) au Costa Rica, Creative Travel India et Creative Travel Maldives ont reçu le prix du meilleur programme durable. Cette récompense a été décernée pour notre voyage de motivation Viaje Diamantes 2025, conçu pour nos partenaires d'Omnilife Mexico,
- [Creative Travel gewinnt Preis für das beste Nachhaltigkeitsprogramm bei ADMEI](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-wins-award-for-best-sustainable-program-at-admei/) - Wir sind stolz darauf, Ihnen mitteilen zu können, dass Creative Travel India und Creative Travel Maldives auf der Jahreskonferenz der Association of Destination Management Executives International (ADMEI) in Costa Rica mit dem Preis für das beste Nachhaltigkeitsprogramm ausgezeichnet wurden. Die Auszeichnung wurde für unsere Incentive-Reise „Viaje Diamantes 2025” verliehen, die wir für unsere Partner von
- [Creative Travel ganha prêmio de Melhor Programa Sustentável na ADMEI](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-wins-award-for-best-sustainable-program-at-admei/) - Temos o orgulho de compartilhar que, na conferência anual da Associação Internacional de Executivos de Gestão de Destinos (ADMEI) na Costa Rica, a Creative Travel Índia e a Creative Travel Maldivas foram homenageadas com o prêmio de Melhor Programa Sustentável. O reconhecimento foi pelo nosso incentivo de viagem Viaje Diamantes 2025, projetado para nossos parceiros
- [Creative Travel gana el premio al mejor programa sostenible en ADMEI](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-wins-award-for-best-sustainable-program-at-admei/) - Nos enorgullece compartir que, en la conferencia anual de la Asociación Internacional de Ejecutivos de Gestión de Destinos (ADMEI) celebrada en Costa Rica, Creative Travel India y Creative Travel Maldivas fueron galardonadas con el premio al mejor programa sostenible. El reconocimiento fue por nuestro viaje de incentivo Viaje Diamantes 2025, diseñado para nuestros socios de
- [M. F. Husain: Master maverick with a brush](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/m-f-husain-master-maverick-with-a-brush/) - Born in 1915 in Maharashtra, M. F. Husain began his artistic journey painting Bollywood billboards on the streets of Mumbai. Over time, he became one of India's most celebrated modern artists, known for his bold strokes, vibrant colours, and ability to capture the nation's soul on canvas. Art without boundaries Husain's work was a fusion
- [Jewellery and the Indian bride](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jewellery-and-the-indian-bride/) - Have you ever looked closely at an Indian bride walking into the Mandap, sparkling from head to toe in her wedding jewellery? In India, bridal jewellery isn’t just about looking beautiful…it’s a symbol of heritage, blessings, and new beginnings. When she steps into the wedding ceremony, she’s not just wearing extravagant accessories; she’s wearing precious
- [International Yoga Festival (March 9 -15)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/international-yoga-festival-9-15-march/) - The International Yoga Festival in Rishikesh, held from 9th to 15th March, celebrated yoga’s ancient practices and their holistic benefits. The week-long festival attracted global participants, offering diverse yoga styles, meditation, and wellness workshops. Attendees immersed themselves in rejuvenating practices amidst the serene Ganges and the Himalayas. The event served as a spiritual and physical
- [Roseate Hotels & Resorts to Open Lakeside Retreat in Bhimtal](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/roseate-hotels-resorts-to-open-lakeside-retreat-in-bhimtal/) - Roseate Hotels & Resorts, the hospitality arm of Delhi's Bird Group, has signed a management agreement for a new property in Bhimtal, Uttarakhand, its first hotel in India under such an arrangement. The Roseate Bhimtal is set to open in December 2026, offering 30 rooms overlooking the serene Bhimtal Lake. Positioned as a wellness-led retreat,
- [Google's Find Hub Now Helps Airlines Track Lost Luggage](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/googles-find-hub-now-helps-airlines-track-lost-luggage/) - Losing luggage may soon be far less of an ordeal. Google has introduced a "Share Item Location" feature within its Find Hub app, allowing travellers to share their bag's real-time location directly with airlines, streamlining the recovery process significantly. Turkish Airlines is among the launch partners, now officially accepting Find Hub-generated location links as part
- [Noida International Airport Receives Aerodrome Licence from DGCA](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/noida-international-airport-receives-aerodrome-licence-from-dgca/) - The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has granted an aerodrome licence to Noida International Airport (NIA), clearing its final regulatory hurdle ahead of launch. The licence certifies the airport meets all required safety and operational standards, with cargo and domestic flight operations expected to commence within 45 days. Licensed for all-weather, 24×7 operations, the
- [Maldives to Host ITB Berlin 2027](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/maldives-to-host-itb-berlin-2027/) - The Maldives has been named the Official Host Country of ITB Berlin 2027, marking its return to the world's leading travel trade show a decade after its first appearance in the role. The partnership was formalised at ITB Berlin 2026, with Ibrahim Shiuree, CEO of Visit Maldives, and Dr Mario Tobias, CEO of Messe Berlin,
- [Ummrao Saaj Opens at Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ummrao-saaj-opens-at-courtyard-by-marriott-mumbai-international-airport/) - Awadhi cuisine finds a contemporary new home in Mumbai with the launch of Ummrao Saaj at Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport. The restaurant draws its soul from Lucknow's royal culinary legacy, reinterpreted through a modern lens, think slow-cooked dum pukht preparations, aromatic spice profiles, and refined plating that honours heritage without being confined by
- [Seclude Hampi 1800 Opens in Sandur, Near Hampi's UNESCO Heritage Site](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/seclude-hampi-1800-opens-in-sandur-near-hampis-unesco-heritage-site/) - Seclude Hotels has unveiled Seclude Hampi 1800, a restored royal residence in Sandur, marking the boutique hotel group's entry into the Hampi region. Originally home to the Royal Family of Sandur, the six-room property sits within palm groves and landscaped courtyards, just a short distance from one of India's most celebrated UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- [Amritara Chakra River Resort: Where the Ganges Does the Healing](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/amritara-chakra-river-resort-where-the-ganges-does-the-healing/) - Rishikesh has always known something the rest of the world is still catching up to: that true restoration begins where the mountains meet the river. Nestled on the tranquil banks of the Ganges in Mohanchatti, Amritara Chakra River Resort is a peaceful sanctuary for those seeking genuine renewal, wrapped in majestic mountain views and the
- [Baisakhi (14 April)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/baisakhi-14-april/) - Celebrated on April 14th this year, Baisakhi embodies two distinct aspects in one festival. For farmers across Punjab, it marks the harvest of the rabi crops, a moment of deep gratitude for the season's abundance. For the Sikh community, it holds something even more profound: in 1699, Guru Gobind Singh Ji initiated the first five
- [Eid-Ul-Fitr (20 - 21 March)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/eid-ul-fitr-20-21-march/) - Eid means festivity. Fitr means breaking the fast. Together, they describe a day that arrives like a deep exhale, the joyful culmination of Ramadan's month of fasting, prayer, and quiet reflection. This year, it falls on the 20th and 21st March. The morning begins before dawn, with ritual purification and the recitation of Takbir, a
- [Gangaur: Where Devotion Wears Its Finest Colours (March 21)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/gangaur-where-devotion-wears-its-finest-colours-march-21/) - Falling on 21st March this year, Gangaur is Rajasthan's most beloved festival. It is a celebration of love, devotion, and the sacred union of Goddess Gauri and Lord Shiva. The name itself tells the story: Gana for Shiva, Gaur for Parvati. For 18 days, women fast, sing folk songs, and adorn clay idols of the
- [Wyndham Garden Udaipur Bhuwana Opens Its Doors in the Heart of the Aravallis](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/wyndham-garden-udaipur-bhuwana-opens-its-doors-in-the-heart-of-the-aravallis/) - Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has launched its fifth Udaipur property, Wyndham Garden Udaipur Bhuwana, a 70-room hillside retreat perched among the Aravalli hills of Rajasthan. Rooted in traditional Rajasthani design, the hotel blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings, offering guests a restorative escape from the pace of everyday life. Tailored for wellness travellers, couples, and
- [SriLankan Airlines Eyes Colombo-Ahmedabad Route and Deeper Ties with Air India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/srilankan-airlines-eyes-colombo-ahmedabad-route-and-deeper-ties-with-air-india/) - SriLankan Airlines is set to launch direct flights between Colombo and Ahmedabad within the next three months, pending regulatory approvals. The planned four weekly services would make Ahmedabad the carrier's tenth Indian destination, bringing its total weekly flights to India to 93 across ten cities. India is a significant market for the airline, accounting for
- [Eight Cheetahs From Botswana to Join Kuno National Park's Growing Population](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/eight-cheetahs-from-botswana-to-join-kuno-national-parks-growing-population/) - Eight cheetahs, six females and two males, from Botswana are set to arrive at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh on Saturday, marking the third intercontinental cheetah translocation to the park in four years. The animals will be transported via an Indian Air Force cargo aircraft to Gwalior before being airlifted by helicopter to Kuno.
- [Hilton Garden Inn Debuts in Calangute](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/hilton-garden-inn-debuts-in-calangute/) - A vibrant new address rises along Goa’s bustling northern coastline with the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Goa Calangute. Strategically positioned on one of North Goa’s busiest stretches, the hotel places guests at the centre of Calangute’s dynamic rhythm, being moments away from its celebrated beaches, nightlife and retail avenues. Designed for both leisure and
- [IGI Runway 29L/11R Closed for Upgrade](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/igi-runway-29l-11r-closed-for-upgrade/) - Operations at Indira Gandhi International Airport will see a temporary adjustment as Runway 29L/11R remains closed for take-offs and landings from 12 am on February 26 until 12 am on May 26. The closure, coinciding with the peak summer travel period, forms part of a comprehensive infrastructure upgrade at the country’s busiest airport. According to
- [DGCA Introduces 48-Hour Ticket Flexibility](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/dgca-introduces-48-hour-ticket-flexibility/) - Air travellers in India will now benefit from a more passenger-friendly refund framework, as the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) revises its Civil Aviation Requirements for ticket refunds. Under the amended norms, airlines must provide a 48-hour “look-in” window after booking, during which passengers can cancel or amend tickets without additional charges. The only
- [The Doksa in Spiti Joins RARE India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-doksa-in-spiti-joins-rare-india/) - At 12,000 feet in Mane Village between Tabo and Kaza, within Spiti’s Cold Desert Biosphere, The Doksa emerges as a thoughtful high-altitude farm stay shaped by land, climate and community. Now part of the RARE India collective, it reflects a future-forward approach to hospitality in one of India’s most fragile mountain regions. Open from mid-May,
- [Khajuraho Flight Schedule Update](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/khajuraho-flight-schedule-update/) - Connectivity to Khajuraho sees a temporary revision as IndiGo announces changes to its upcoming operations. The existing DEL–HJR–VNS service will be withdrawn effective 28 March. In its place, the airline will operate a dedicated DEL–HJR–DEL service from 21 April to 30 June, scheduled three times a week: Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. On Tuesdays, flight 6E
- [Nahargarh Biological Park draws strong early 2026 visitor numbers](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/nahargarh-biological-park-draws-strong-early-2026-visitor-numbers/) - Nahargarh Biological Park in Jaipur has seen a significant rise in footfall, attracting more than 57,000 visitors in the first 39 days of 2026, according to forest department officials. Weekend and holiday periods have recorded particularly high turnout, with families making up a large share of visitors. The park’s lion and tiger safari experiences continue
- [Holi: quando la primavera arriva a colori (4 marzo 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/holi-when-spring-arrives-in-colour-3-4-march-2026/) - Holi è la festa indiana più esuberante che celebra la primavera, il rinnovamento e i legami umani. Caratterizzata dal lancio giocoso di colori, musica e pasti condivisi, la festa dissolve i confini sociali e accoglie la gioia nella sua forma più pura. Radicata nell'antica mitologia, Holi simboleggia il trionfo del bene sul male e l'arrivo
- [Holi: Wenn der Frühling in bunten Farben Einzug hält (4. März 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/holi-when-spring-arrives-in-colour-3-4-march-2026/) - Holi ist Indiens ausgelassenstes Fest zur Feier des Frühlings, der Erneuerung und der menschlichen Verbundenheit. Mit spielerischem Werfen von Farben, Musik und gemeinsamen Mahlzeiten löst das Fest soziale Grenzen auf und heißt Freude in ihrer reinsten Form willkommen. Holi hat seine Wurzeln in der antiken Mythologie und symbolisiert den Triumph des Guten über das Böse
- [Holi: Quando a primavera chega com cores (4 de março de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/holi-when-spring-arrives-in-colour-3-4-march-2026/) - Holi é a celebração mais exuberante da Índia da primavera, renovação e conexão humana. Marcado pelo lançamento divertido de cores, música e refeições compartilhadas, o festival dissolve as fronteiras sociais e dá as boas-vindas à alegria em sua forma mais pura. Com raízes na mitologia antiga, Holi simboliza o triunfo do bem sobre o mal
- [Holi: cuando la primavera llega llena de color (4 de marzo de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/holi-when-spring-arrives-in-colour-3-4-march-2026/) - Holi es la celebración más exuberante de la primavera, la renovación y la conexión humana en la India. Caracterizado por el lanzamiento juguetón de colores, la música y las comidas compartidas, el festival disuelve las fronteras sociales y da la bienvenida a la alegría en su forma más pura. Arraigado en la mitología antigua, Holi
- [Creative Travel ottiene la certificazione Biosphere Tourism](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-earns-biosphere-tourism-certification/) - Siamo orgogliosi di annunciare che Creative Travel ha ottenuto la certificazione ufficiale Biosphere Tourism, che riconosce la nostra adesione agli Obiettivi di Sviluppo Sostenibile (SDG) delle Nazioni Unite. Questa certificazione conferma che le nostre operazioni, partnership e politiche soddisfano gli standard di sostenibilità riconosciuti a livello internazionale. Richiede azioni misurabili, impegni documentati e miglioramenti continui
- [Creative Travel obtient la certification Biosphere Tourism](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-earns-biosphere-tourism-certification/) - Nous sommes fiers d'annoncer que Creative Travel a été officiellement certifié par Biosphere Tourism, reconnaissant ainsi notre alignement sur les objectifs de développement durable (ODD) des Nations unies. Cette certification confirme que nos opérations, nos partenariats et nos politiques répondent aux normes de durabilité internationalement reconnues. Elle exige des actions mesurables, des engagements documentés et
- [Creative Travel erhält Biosphere Tourism-Zertifizierung](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-earns-biosphere-tourism-certification/) - Wir sind stolz darauf, Ihnen mitteilen zu können, dass Creative Travel offiziell von Biosphere Tourism zertifiziert wurde, wodurch unsere Übereinstimmung mit den Zielen der Vereinten Nationen für nachhaltige Entwicklung (SDGs) anerkannt wird. Diese Zertifizierung bestätigt, dass unsere Geschäftstätigkeiten, Partnerschaften und Richtlinien international anerkannten Nachhaltigkeitsstandards entsprechen. Sie erfordert messbare Maßnahmen, dokumentierte Verpflichtungen und kontinuierliche Verbesserungen in
- [Creative Travel obtém certificação Biosphere Tourism](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-earns-biosphere-tourism-certification/) - Temos o orgulho de anunciar que a Creative Travel foi oficialmente certificada pela Biosphere Tourism, reconhecendo nossa alinhamento com os Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável (ODS) das Nações Unidas. Esta certificação confirma que nossas operações, parcerias e políticas atendem aos padrões de sustentabilidade reconhecidos internacionalmente. Ela exige ações mensuráveis, compromissos documentados e melhoria contínua em responsabilidade
- [Creative Travel obtiene la certificación Biosphere Tourism](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-earns-biosphere-tourism-certification/) - Nos enorgullece compartir que Creative Travel ha sido certificada oficialmente por Biosphere Tourism, lo que reconoce nuestra alineación con los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS) de las Naciones Unidas. Esta certificación confirma que nuestras operaciones, asociaciones y políticas cumplen con los estándares de sostenibilidad reconocidos internacionalmente. Requiere acciones medibles, compromisos documentados y una mejora continua
- [Creative Travel festeggia due prestigiosi riconoscimenti alla SITE Global Conference](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-celebrates-two-prestigious-wins-at-site-global-conference/) - Creative Travel è orgogliosa di annunciare di aver vinto due prestigiosi riconoscimenti alla cena di gala dei SITE Crystal Award 2026, tenutasi durante la SITE Global Conference. La cerimonia si è svolta il 13 febbraio al Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, riunendo il meglio del settore dei viaggi incentive a livello mondiale. Quest'anno
- [Creative Travel célèbre deux prestigieuses victoires lors de la conférence mondiale SITE](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-celebrates-two-prestigious-wins-at-site-global-conference/) - Creative Travel est fier d'annoncer que nous avons remporté deux distinctions prestigieuses lors du dîner de gala des SITE Crystal Awards 2026, qui s'est tenu pendant la conférence mondiale SITE. La cérémonie a eu lieu le 13 février au Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, à Abu Dhabi, et a réuni les meilleurs acteurs mondiaux du
- [Creative Travel feiert zwei prestigeträchtige Auszeichnungen auf der SITE Global Conference](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-celebrates-two-prestigious-wins-at-site-global-conference/) - Creative Travel ist stolz darauf, bekannt geben zu dürfen, dass wir bei der 2026 SITE Crystal Award Gala Dinner, die im Rahmen der SITE Global Conference stattfand, zwei renommierte Auszeichnungen erhalten haben. Die Zeremonie fand am 13. Februar im Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island in Abu Dhabi statt und brachte die Besten der globalen Incentive-Reisebranche
- [A Creative Travel comemora duas vitórias de prestígio na Conferência Global da SITE](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-celebrates-two-prestigious-wins-at-site-global-conference/) - A Creative Travel tem o orgulho de anunciar que ganhou duas honras distintas no Jantar de Gala do Prêmio SITE Crystal 2026, realizado durante a Conferência Global da SITE. A cerimônia aconteceu no dia 13 de fevereiro no Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, em Abu Dhabi, reunindo os melhores em viagens de incentivo globais. Este
- [Creative Travel celebra dos prestigiosos premios en la Conferencia Global de SITE](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-celebrates-two-prestigious-wins-at-site-global-conference/) - Creative Travel se enorgullece de anunciar que hemos ganado dos distinguidos premios en la Gala de los Premios Crystal de SITE 2026, celebrada durante la Conferencia Global de SITE. La ceremonia tuvo lugar el 13 de febrero en Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, y reunió a lo mejor del sector de los viajes
- [Creative Travel Celebrates Two Prestigious Wins at SITE Global Conference](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-celebrates-two-prestigious-wins-at-site-global-conference/) - Creative Travel is proud to announce that we won two distinguished honours at the 2026 SITE Crystal Award Gala Dinner, held during the SITE Global Conference. The ceremony took place on 13th February at Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, bringing together the very best in global incentive travel. This year marks our 9th
- [Shangri-La Eros launches three-night urban Wellness Retreat](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/shangri-la-eros-launches-three-night-urban-wellness-retreat/) - Shangri-La Eros New Delhi has introduced a three-night wellness retreat through its Wellness Club, offering a structured programme centred on mindfulness, recovery and holistic rejuvenation. The initiative reflects rising demand for immersive wellness experiences within urban hospitality settings. The retreat combines personalised consultations, spa therapies, fitness sessions and Ayurvedic rituals designed to support physical restoration
- [Air India opens flagship Maharaja Lounge in Delhi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-opens-flagship-maharaja-lounge-in-delhi/) - Air India has unveiled its first flagship Maharaja Lounge at Indira Gandhi International Airport Terminal 3 in New Delhi, marking a key milestone in the airline’s ongoing transformation. The 16,000 sq. ft. facility accommodates around 300 guests across dedicated Business and First Class areas and forms part of the carrier’s wider Vihaan.AI programme. Designed by
- [Sri Lanka launches Digital Nomad Visa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-launches-digital-nomad-visa/) - Sri Lanka has introduced a Digital Nomad Visa alongside an extended-validity tourist visa to attract remote workers and long-stay travellers. The new categories, approved by the Cabinet, aim to align the country’s entry policies with evolving global travel and work patterns. The Digital Nomad Visa allows foreign nationals to reside in Sri Lanka while working
- [Union Cabinet clears proposal to rename Kerala as Keralam](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/union-cabinet-clears-proposal-to-rename-kerala-as-keralam/) - The Union Cabinet has approved a proposal to rename Kerala as Keralam, advancing a long-standing demand rooted in linguistic identity. The move follows resolutions passed by the state assembly in 2023 and 2024, led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, seeking a constitutional amendment to formalise the Malayalam name. The resolutions highlighted that while residents commonly
- [Maharajas’ Express records strong Q3 revenue growth](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/maharajas-express-records-strong-q3-revenue-growth/) - India’s flagship luxury train, Maharajas' Express, reported a 39 % revenue increase in Q3 FY2025–26, earning ₹53.14 crore compared with ₹38 crore in the same period last year. Operated by Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation, the train runs seasonally from October to mid-April and continues to attract high-value experiential travellers. Launched in 2010, the
- [Taj Corbett blends forest immersion with mindful luxury](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/taj-corbett-blends-forest-immersion-with-mindful-luxury/) - Taj Corbett Resort & Spa in Uttarakhand offers a nature-led retreat along the Kosi River, bordering Jim Corbett National Park. Designed with stone, wood and earthy textures, the low-rise property integrates seamlessly into its forest surroundings, emphasising quiet, immersive luxury. Sustainability shapes the guest experience through the brand’s Paathya ESG approach, with interiors featuring regional
- [Nautika Pro launches premium business-class ferry in Andamans](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/nautika-pro-launches-premium-business-class-ferry-in-andamans/) - Nautika Pro has introduced India’s first business-class ferry experience across the Andaman Islands, elevating inter-island travel between Port Blair, Havelock Island and Neil Island. The new 2025 catamaran, the largest operating in the region, accommodates 360 passengers and is designed to make island transfers more comfortable and reliable. The service offers three categories, Business, Royal
- [Lucknow to introduce Gomti River tourist cruise project](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/lucknow-to-introduce-gomti-river-tourist-cruise-project/) - The Lucknow Development Authority is developing a tourist cruise on the Gomti River to enhance leisure experiences in Lucknow. The project, underway near Hanuman Setu, Lucknow, will accommodate up to 200 passengers and feature modern event and hospitality facilities. Planned amenities include a conference hall, VIP lounge, digital screens and an open restaurant, positioning the
- [Dolce by Wyndham debuts in India through Fine Acers](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/dolce-by-wyndham-debuts-in-india-through-fine-acers/) - Fine Acers Group has entered a strategic partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to introduce the Dolce Hotels & Resorts brand to India for the first time. The alliance will launch two properties, Dolce by Wyndham Goa and Dolce by Wyndham Udaipur, marking a key expansion in the country’s premium lifestyle and MICE hospitality segment.
- [India To Host First Global Big Cats Summit](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-to-host-first-global-big-cats-summit/) - India will host the first international summit focused on big cat conservation this year, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced while presenting the Union Budget 2026 in Parliament. The event will be organised by the International Big Cat Alliance and is expected to bring together leaders and ministers from 95 range countries to discuss collaborative conservation
- [Delhi hotel rates soared during the AI summit demand surge](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/delhi-hotel-rates-soared-during-the-ai-summit-demand-surge/) - Luxury hotel tariffs in New Delhi climbed sharply during the AI Impact Summit, with premium suites crossing ₹30 lakh a night as global technology leaders, including Sundar Pichai and Sam Altman, arrived in the capital. Top properties such as Taj Palace, New Delhi, The Leela Palace New Delhi and The Oberoi, New Delhi saw significant
- [FLY91 launches daily Kochi–Agatti flights, boosting Lakshadweep connectivity](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/fly91-launches-daily-kochi-agatti-flights-boosting-lakshadweep-connectivity/) - Regional carrier FLY91 has inaugurated a daily service between Kochi and Agatti Island, strengthening air links between Kerala and the Lakshadweep archipelago. The maiden flight, operated on an ATR 72-600, received a ceremonial welcome at Kochi Airport. Bookings for the route opened last month, and early demand has been encouraging, particularly among island residents. The
- [Creative Travel Earns Biosphere Tourism Certification](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-earns-biosphere-tourism-certification/) - We are proud to share that Creative Travel has been officially certified by Biosphere Tourism, recognising our alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This certification confirms that our operations, partnerships, and policies meet internationally recognised sustainability standards. It requires measurable action, documented commitments, and continuous improvement across environmental responsibility, ethical governance, community
- [Divieto di utilizzo dei telefoni cellulari durante i safari nelle principali riserve di tigri in India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mobile-phones-banned-on-safaris-across-major-tiger-reserves-in-india/) - I telefoni cellulari sono stati vietati durante i safari in diverse delle principali riserve di tigri dell'India, in seguito alle nuove direttive della Corte Suprema volte a ridurre il disturbo causato dall'uomo all'interno degli habitat naturali della fauna selvatica, segnando un cambiamento significativo nelle norme che regolano i parchi. Il divieto si applica a riserve
- [Les téléphones portables interdits lors des safaris dans les principales réserves de tigres en Inde](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mobile-phones-banned-on-safaris-across-major-tiger-reserves-in-india/) - Les téléphones portables sont désormais interdits lors des safaris dans plusieurs des principales réserves de tigres en Inde, suite à de nouvelles directives liées aux recommandations de la Cour suprême visant à réduire les perturbations humaines au sein des habitats fauniques essentiels, marquant ainsi un changement important dans la réglementation des parcs. L'interdiction s'applique à
- [Handys auf Safaris in den wichtigsten Tigerreservaten Indiens verboten](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mobile-phones-banned-on-safaris-across-major-tiger-reserves-in-india/) - Nach neuen Anweisungen im Zusammenhang mit den Richtlinien des Obersten Gerichtshofs, die darauf abzielen, Störungen durch Menschen in den Kerngebieten von Wildtierlebensräumen zu reduzieren, sind Handys nun auf Safaris in mehreren der wichtigsten Tigerreservate Indiens verboten, was eine bedeutende Änderung der Parkvorschriften darstellt. Das Verbot gilt für bekannte Reservate wie den Ranthambhore-Nationalpark, den Bandhavgarh-Nationalpark, den
- [Celulares proibidos em safáris nas principais reservas de tigres da Índia](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mobile-phones-banned-on-safaris-across-major-tiger-reserves-in-india/) - Os celulares foram proibidos em safáris em várias das principais reservas de tigres da Índia, seguindo novas orientações ligadas às diretrizes da Suprema Corte que visam reduzir a perturbação humana dentro dos principais habitats da vida selvagem, marcando uma mudança significativa nos regulamentos dos parques. A proibição se aplica a reservas importantes, incluindo o Parque
- [Prohibición del uso de teléfonos móviles en los safaris de las principales reservas de tigres de la India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mobile-phones-banned-on-safaris-across-major-tiger-reserves-in-india/) - Se ha prohibido el uso de teléfonos móviles en los safaris de varias de las principales reservas de tigres de la India, tras las nuevas directrices del Tribunal Supremo destinadas a reducir la perturbación humana en los hábitats naturales de la fauna silvestre, lo que supone un cambio significativo en la normativa de los parques.
- [Pithoragarh, nell'Uttarakhand, inaugura il suo primo osservatorio dedicato all'astroturismo](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pithoragarh-inaugurates-its-first-dedicated-astro-tourism-observatory/) - Pithoragarh ha compiuto un passo significativo verso un turismo sostenibile e basato sulla scienza con l'inaugurazione del suo primo Osservatorio Astronomico dedicato. Istituita dal Dipartimento del Turismo distrettuale in collaborazione con Starscapes Experiences Pvt. Ltd., la struttura è stata inaugurata dal Ministro del Turismo dell'Uttarakhand, Satpal Maharaj. Il lancio segna una pietra miliare nel posizionamento
- [jüSTa Hotels & Resorts entra nel settore dell'ospitalità naturalistica con l'aggiunta del Kanha Resort](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/justa-hotels-resorts-enters-wildlife-hospitality-with-kanha-resort-addition/) - jüSTa Hotels & Resorts ha ampliato il suo portfolio con l'aggiunta di The Bagh Kanha, un resort di lusso immerso nella natura, situato nei pressi del Parco Nazionale di Kanha. Il marchio ha stretto una partnership con Gajraj Wildlife Resorts Private Limited per la gestione e l'amministrazione della struttura, segnando l'ingresso di jüSTa nel Madhya
- [Kaziranga si affida all'astroturismo per incoraggiare visite più lunghe e a basso impatto ambientale](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kaziranga-turns-to-astro-tourism-to-encourage-longer-and-low-impact-visits/) - Il Parco Nazionale e Riserva delle Tigri di Kaziranga sta sperimentando l'astroturismo come soluzione intelligente per prolungare la permanenza dei visitatori senza aumentare la pressione sui suoi principali habitat naturali. I funzionari affermano che l'iniziativa mira a diversificare il turismo mantenendo al centro la conservazione. Il parco ha recentemente ospitato un campo di addestramento per
- [Encalm inaugura la prima lounge aziendale indiana guidata da donne](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/encalm-debuts-indias-first-women-led-business-lounge/) - Encalm Hospitality ha inaugurato Encalm Prive, una lounge premium di classe business presso il Terminal 1 dell'aeroporto internazionale Indira Gandhi, segnando la prima nazionale in quanto lounge nazionale gestita da donne. Situato nell'area partenze nazionali, Encalm Privé è progettato come un rifugio tranquillo, che coniuga interni raffinati, sedute confortevoli e luci calde per esaltare l'esperienza
- [L'India amplia la portata del visto turistico elettronico](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-widens-e-tourist-visa-reach/) - L'India ha esteso il suo programma di visti turistici elettronici a 166 paesi, rispetto ai 156 dell'anno scorso, a dimostrazione di una rinnovata e decisa spinta verso i viaggi in entrata. Aggiornata in sordina dal Ministero del Turismo nel gennaio 2026, la decisione segue il ritorno dell'India ai numeri di visitatori stranieri pre-pandemia e supporta
- [Virgin Atlantic aumenterà i voli Londra Heathrow - Bengaluru da gennaio 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/virgin-atlantic-to-increase-london-heathrow-bengaluru-flights-to-11-weekly-from-january-2026/) - Virgin Atlantic ha annunciato l'ampliamento del suo servizio Londra Heathrow-Bangalore, aumentando le frequenze da sette a undici voli settimanali tra gennaio e marzo 2026. Il programma migliorato riflette l'impegno continuo della compagnia aerea nel rafforzare i collegamenti aerei tra Regno Unito e India, migliorando al contempo l'accesso al Nord America tramite Heathrow. I servizi aggiuntivi
- [IndiGo amplia la rete a lungo raggio con il servizio Delhi-Heathrow](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-expands-long-haul-network-with-delhi-heathrow-service/) - IndiGo introdurrà voli tra Delhi e Londra Heathrow a partire dal 26 febbraio, segnando un ulteriore passo avanti nella sua espansione a lungo raggio. Il servizio sarà operativo cinque volte a settimana con un Boeing 787 Dreamliner in leasing di Norse Atlantic Airways, con una configurazione a doppia classe con cabine IndiGoStretch ed Economy. Con
- [IHCL inaugura il Taj Paro Resort & Spa, espandendo la presenza in Bhutan con CG Hospitality](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-debuts-taj-paro-resort-spa-expanding-bhutan-presence-with-cg-hospitality/) - Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) ha ampliato la sua presenza in Bhutan con l'apertura del Taj Paro Resort & Spa, sviluppato in collaborazione con CG Hospitality Global. Il lancio si basa su una collaborazione che dura da oltre due decenni e riflette il continuo impegno di IHCL nel rafforzare la propria presenza nel subcontinente indiano.
- [jüSTa Hotels & Resorts se lance dans l'hôtellerie animalière avec l'ajout du complexe Kanha.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/justa-hotels-resorts-enters-wildlife-hospitality-with-kanha-resort-addition/) - jüSTa Hotels & Resorts enrichit son portefeuille avec l'ouverture de The Bagh Kanha, un complexe hôtelier haut de gamme dédié à la faune sauvage et situé à proximité du parc national de Kanha. La marque s'est associée à Gajraj Wildlife Resorts Private Limited pour l'exploitation et la gestion de l'établissement, marquant ainsi son implantation dans
- [Kaziranga mise sur l'astrotourisme pour encourager des séjours plus longs et à faible impact environnemental](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kaziranga-turns-to-astro-tourism-to-encourage-longer-and-low-impact-visits/) - Le parc national et réserve de tigres de Kaziranga expérimente l'astrotourisme, une solution réfléchie pour prolonger la durée des séjours des visiteurs sans accroître la pression sur ses principaux habitats fauniques. Selon les responsables, cette initiative vise à diversifier le tourisme tout en plaçant la conservation au cœur des préoccupations. Le parc a récemment accueilli
- [Encalm inaugure le premier salon d'affaires dirigé par des femmes en Inde](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/encalm-debuts-indias-first-women-led-business-lounge/) - Encalm Hospitality a inauguré Encalm Privé, un salon haut de gamme de classe affaires situé au terminal 1 de l'aéroport international Indira Gandhi, une première nationale pour un salon domestique dirigé par des femmes. Situé dans la zone des départs nationaux, Encalm Privé est conçu comme un havre de paix, alliant un intérieur raffiné, des
- [L'Inde élargit la portée des visas touristiques électroniques](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-widens-e-tourist-visa-reach/) - L'Inde a étendu son programme de visa électronique touristique à 166 pays, contre 156 l'an dernier, signe d'une volonté renouvelée et dynamique de stimuler le tourisme récepteur. Mise à jour discrètement par le ministère du Tourisme en janvier 2026, cette mesure fait suite au retour de l'Inde à son niveau d'avant la pandémie en matière
- [Virgin Atlantic augmentera le nombre de vols entre Londres Heathrow et Bengaluru à partir de janvier 2026.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/virgin-atlantic-to-increase-london-heathrow-bengaluru-flights-to-11-weekly-from-january-2026/) - Virgin Atlantic a annoncé l'expansion de sa liaison Londres Heathrow–Bengaluru, augmentant la fréquence des vols de sept à onze par semaine entre janvier et mars 2026. Ce programme amélioré reflète l'engagement continu de la compagnie aérienne à renforcer la connectivité aérienne entre le Royaume-Uni et l'Inde, tout en améliorant l'accès aux correspondances via Heathrow vers
- [IndiGo étend son réseau long-courrier avec une liaison Delhi-Heathrow.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-expands-long-haul-network-with-delhi-heathrow-service/) - IndiGo lancera des vols entre Delhi et Londres Heathrow à compter du 26 février, franchissant ainsi une nouvelle étape dans son développement long-courrier. La liaison sera assurée cinq fois par semaine par un Boeing 787 Dreamliner loué auprès de Norse Atlantic Airways, configuré en deux classes : IndiGoStretch et Economy. Avec l'ajout de cette liaison, la
- [IHCL inaugure le Taj Paro Resort & Spa et renforce sa présence au Bhoutan avec CG Hospitality.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-debuts-taj-paro-resort-spa-expanding-bhutan-presence-with-cg-hospitality/) - Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) renforce sa présence au Bhoutan avec l'ouverture du Taj Paro Resort & Spa, développé en partenariat avec CG Hospitality Global. Cette ouverture s'inscrit dans le cadre d'une collaboration de plus de vingt ans et témoigne de la volonté d'IHCL de consolider sa présence sur le sous-continent indien. Situé dans la
- [Pithoragarh, dans l'Uttarakhand, inaugure son premier observatoire dédié à l'astrotourisme.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pithoragarh-inaugurates-its-first-dedicated-astro-tourism-observatory/) - Pithoragarh a franchi une étape importante vers un tourisme scientifique et durable avec l'inauguration de son premier observatoire astronomique. Créé par le département du tourisme du district en partenariat avec Starscapes Experiences Pvt. Ltd., l'observatoire a été inauguré par le ministre du Tourisme de l'Uttarakhand, Satpal Maharaj. Ce lancement marque une étape importante dans le
- [Kaziranga setzt auf Astrotourismus, um längere und umweltschonendere Besuche zu fördern.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kaziranga-turns-to-astro-tourism-to-encourage-longer-and-low-impact-visits/) - Der Kaziranga-Nationalpark und das Tigerreservat erproben Astrotourismus als durchdachte Möglichkeit, die Aufenthaltsdauer der Besucher zu verlängern, ohne den Druck auf die wichtigsten Lebensräume der Wildtiere zu erhöhen. Laut offiziellen Angaben zielt die Initiative darauf ab, den Tourismus zu diversifizieren und gleichzeitig den Naturschutz in den Mittelpunkt zu stellen. Der Park veranstaltete kürzlich ein Astro-Guide-Trainingslager im
- [Encalm eröffnet Indiens erste Business Lounge unter weiblicher Führung](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/encalm-debuts-indias-first-women-led-business-lounge/) - Encalm Hospitality hat Encalm Prive eröffnet , eine Premium-Business-Class-Lounge im Terminal 1 des Indira Gandhi International Airport, und damit eine nationale Premiere als von Frauen geführte Inlandslounge gefeiert. Im Inlandsabflugbereich gelegen, ist Encalm Prive als Oase der Ruhe konzipiert. Elegantes Interieur, bequeme Sitzgelegenheiten und warmes Licht schaffen ein besonderes Erlebnis vor dem Flug. Das rein
- [Indien erweitert die Reichweite des elektronischen Touristenvisums](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-widens-e-tourist-visa-reach/) - Indien hat sein elektronisches Touristenvisum-Programm auf 166 Länder ausgeweitet (gegenüber 156 im Vorjahr) und signalisiert damit ein verstärktes Bemühen um den Tourismus. Die Aktualisierung durch das Tourismusministerium erfolgte im Januar 2026 und folgt auf die Rückkehr Indiens zu den Besucherzahlen vor der Pandemie. Sie unterstützt das Ziel des Landes, bis 2028 20 Millionen internationale Touristen
- [Virgin Atlantic wird ab Januar 2026 die Flugfrequenz zwischen London Heathrow und Bengaluru erhöhen.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/virgin-atlantic-to-increase-london-heathrow-bengaluru-flights-to-11-weekly-from-january-2026/) - Virgin Atlantic hat eine Erweiterung ihrer Verbindung zwischen London Heathrow und Bengaluru angekündigt und erhöht die Frequenzen zwischen Januar und März 2026 von sieben auf elf Flüge pro Woche. Der erweiterte Flugplan spiegelt das kontinuierliche Bestreben der Fluggesellschaft wider, die Flugverbindungen zwischen Großbritannien und Indien zu stärken und gleichzeitig den Weiterflug über Heathrow nach Nordamerika
- [IndiGo erweitert Langstreckennetz mit Delhi–Heathrow-Verbindung](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-expands-long-haul-network-with-delhi-heathrow-service/) - IndiGo nimmt ab dem 26. Februar Flüge zwischen Delhi und London Heathrow auf und setzt damit seine Langstreckenexpansion fort. Die Verbindung wird fünfmal wöchentlich mit einer geleasten Boeing 787 Dreamliner von Norse Atlantic Airways bedient und verfügt über eine Zweiklassenkonfiguration mit IndiGoStretch- und Economy-Kabine. Mit dieser neuen Strecke wird die Fluggesellschaft künftig zwölf wöchentliche Flüge
- [IHCL eröffnet das Taj Paro Resort & Spa und baut damit seine Präsenz in Bhutan mit CG Hospitality aus.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-debuts-taj-paro-resort-spa-expanding-bhutan-presence-with-cg-hospitality/) - Die Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) hat ihre Präsenz in Bhutan mit der Eröffnung des Taj Paro Resort & Spa, das in Partnerschaft mit CG Hospitality Global entwickelt wurde, weiter ausgebaut. Die Eröffnung knüpft an eine über zwanzigjährige Zusammenarbeit an und unterstreicht das kontinuierliche Bestreben der IHCL, ihre Präsenz auf dem indischen Subkontinent zu stärken.
- [Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand eröffnet sein erstes eigens für Astrotourismus eingerichtetes Observatorium](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pithoragarh-inaugurates-its-first-dedicated-astro-tourism-observatory/) - Pithoragarh hat mit der Einweihung seiner ersten eigenen Sternwarte einen wichtigen Schritt hin zu wissenschaftsbasiertem und nachhaltigem Tourismus unternommen. Die vom Tourismusministerium des Distrikts in Zusammenarbeit mit Starscapes Experiences Pvt. Ltd. errichtete Einrichtung wurde von Satpal Maharaj, dem Tourismusminister von Uttarakhand, eingeweiht. Die Eröffnung markiert einen Meilenstein für Pithoragarh als aufstrebendes Astrotourismus-Ziel, das seine Höhenlage
- [A jüSTa Hotels & Resorts entra no setor de hotelaria de vida selvagem com a adição do Kanha Resort.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/justa-hotels-resorts-enters-wildlife-hospitality-with-kanha-resort-addition/) - A jüSTa Hotels & Resorts expandiu seu portfólio com a adição do The Bagh Kanha, um resort de luxo em meio à vida selvagem, localizado próximo ao Parque Nacional de Kanha. A marca firmou parceria com a Gajraj Wildlife Resorts Private Limited para operar e administrar a propriedade, marcando a entrada da jüSTa em Madhya
- [Kaziranga aposta no astroturismo para incentivar visitas mais longas e de baixo impacto.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kaziranga-turns-to-astro-tourism-to-encourage-longer-and-low-impact-visits/) - O Parque Nacional e Reserva de Tigres de Kaziranga está implementando um projeto piloto de astroturismo como uma forma inteligente de prolongar a estadia dos visitantes sem aumentar a pressão sobre os principais habitats da vida selvagem. Autoridades afirmam que a iniciativa visa diversificar o turismo, mantendo a conservação como prioridade. O parque recentemente sediou
- [Encalm inaugura o primeiro lounge de negócios liderado por mulheres na Índia.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/encalm-debuts-indias-first-women-led-business-lounge/) - A Encalm Hospitality inaugurou o Encalm Prive, um lounge premium para voos executivos no Terminal 1 do Aeroporto Internacional Indira Gandhi, marcando um feito inédito no país como um lounge doméstico liderado por mulheres. Localizado na área de embarque doméstico, o Encalm Prive foi projetado como um refúgio tranquilo, combinando interiores refinados, assentos confortáveis e
- [Índia amplia o alcance do visto eletrônico para turistas.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-widens-e-tourist-visa-reach/) - A Índia expandiu seu programa de visto eletrônico de turista para 166 países, ante 156 no ano passado, sinalizando um esforço renovado e agressivo para atrair turistas. Atualizada discretamente pelo Ministério do Turismo em janeiro de 2026, a medida acompanha o retorno da Índia aos níveis de visitantes estrangeiros pré-pandemia e apoia sua ambição de
- [A Virgin Atlantic aumentará a frequência de voos entre Londres Heathrow e Bengaluru a partir de janeiro de 2026.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/virgin-atlantic-to-increase-london-heathrow-bengaluru-flights-to-11-weekly-from-january-2026/) - A Virgin Atlantic anunciou a expansão de sua rota entre Londres Heathrow e Bengaluru, aumentando a frequência de sete para onze voos semanais entre janeiro e março de 2026. A ampliação da programação reflete o foco contínuo da companhia aérea em fortalecer a conectividade aérea entre o Reino Unido e a Índia, além de melhorar
- [A IndiGo expande sua rede de voos de longa distância com o serviço Delhi-Heathrow.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-expands-long-haul-network-with-delhi-heathrow-service/) - IndiGo will introduce flights between Delhi and London Heathrow in the first week of February, marking another step in its long-haul expansion. The service will operate five times a week using a leased Boeing 787 Dreamliner from Norse Atlantic Airways, featuring a dual-class configuration with IndiGoStretch and Economy cabins. With the addition of this route,
- [A IHCL inaugura o Taj Paro Resort & Spa, expandindo sua presença no Butão com a CG Hospitality.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-debuts-taj-paro-resort-spa-expanding-bhutan-presence-with-cg-hospitality/) - A Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) expandiu sua presença no Butão com a inauguração do Taj Paro Resort & Spa, desenvolvido em parceria com a CG Hospitality Global. O lançamento consolida uma colaboração de mais de duas décadas e reflete o foco contínuo da IHCL em fortalecer sua presença em todo o subcontinente indiano. Situado
- [Pithoragarh, em Uttarakhand, inaugura seu primeiro observatório dedicado ao astroturismo.](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pithoragarh-inaugurates-its-first-dedicated-astro-tourism-observatory/) - Pithoragarh deu um passo significativo rumo ao turismo sustentável e baseado na ciência com a inauguração de seu primeiro Observatório Astronômico. Criado pelo Departamento de Turismo do Distrito em parceria com a Starscapes Experiences Pvt. Ltd., o observatório foi inaugurado pelo Ministro do Turismo de Uttarakhand, Satpal Maharaj. O lançamento marca um marco no posicionamento
- [jüSTa Hotels & Resorts se adentra en el sector hotelero de vida silvestre con la incorporación del Kanha Resort](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/justa-hotels-resorts-enters-wildlife-hospitality-with-kanha-resort-addition/) - jüSTa Hotels & Resorts ha ampliado su cartera con la incorporación de The Bagh Kanha, un resort de vida silvestre de primera categoría situado cerca del Parque Nacional de Kanha. La marca se ha asociado con Gajraj Wildlife Resorts Private Limited para operar y gestionar la propiedad, lo que supone la entrada de jüSTa en
- [Kaziranga apuesta por el astroturismo para fomentar visitas más largas y de menor impacto](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kaziranga-turns-to-astro-tourism-to-encourage-longer-and-low-impact-visits/) - El Parque Nacional y Reserva de Tigres de Kaziranga está poniendo a prueba el astroturismo como una forma inteligente de prolongar la estancia de los visitantes sin aumentar la presión sobre sus principales hábitats de vida silvestre. Las autoridades afirman que la iniciativa tiene como objetivo diversificar el turismo sin dejar de lado la conservación.
- [Encalm estrena la primera sala VIP de la India dirigida por mujeres](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/encalm-debuts-indias-first-women-led-business-lounge/) - Encalm Hospitality ha presentado Encalm Prive, una sala VIP premium en la Terminal 1 del Aeropuerto Internacional Indira Gandhi, que se convierte en la primera sala VIP nacional dirigida por mujeres. Situada en la zona de salidas nacionales, Encalm Prive está diseñada como un refugio tranquilo, que combina interiores refinados, asientos lujosos y una iluminación
- [India amplía el alcance de la visa turística electrónica](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-widens-e-tourist-visa-reach/) - India ha ampliado su programa de visas turísticas electrónicas a 166 países, frente a los 156 del año pasado, lo que supone un nuevo y agresivo impulso al turismo receptivo. Actualizada discretamente por el Ministerio de Turismo en enero de 2026, la medida sigue a la recuperación de India hasta alcanzar las cifras de visitantes
- [Virgin Atlantic aumentará los vuelos entre Londres Heathrow y Bangalore a partir de enero de 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/virgin-atlantic-to-increase-london-heathrow-bengaluru-flights-to-11-weekly-from-january-2026/) - Virgin Atlantic ha anunciado una ampliación de su servicio entre Londres Heathrow y Bangalore, aumentando la frecuencia de siete a once vuelos semanales entre enero y marzo de 2026. La mejora del horario refleja el continuo interés de la aerolínea por reforzar la conectividad aérea entre el Reino Unido y la India, al tiempo que
- [IndiGo amplía su red de largo recorrido con el servicio Delhi-Heathrow](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-expands-long-haul-network-with-delhi-heathrow-service/) - IndiGo introducirá vuelos entre Delhi y Londres Heathrow a partir del 26 de febrero, lo que supone un nuevo paso en su expansión de largo recorrido. El servicio operará cinco veces por semana utilizando un Boeing 787 Dreamliner alquilado a Norse Atlantic Airways, con una configuración de dos clases con cabinas IndiGoStretch y Economy. Con
- [IHCL estrena el Taj Paro Resort & Spa y amplía su presencia en Bután con CG Hospitality](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-debuts-taj-paro-resort-spa-expanding-bhutan-presence-with-cg-hospitality/) - Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) ha ampliado su presencia en Bután con la apertura del Taj Paro Resort & Spa, desarrollado en colaboración con CG Hospitality Global. El lanzamiento se basa en una colaboración que se remonta a más de dos décadas y refleja el continuo interés de IHCL por reforzar su presencia en todo
- [Pithoragarh, en Uttarakhand, inaugura su primer observatorio dedicado al astroturismo](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pithoragarh-inaugurates-its-first-dedicated-astro-tourism-observatory/) - Pithoragarh ha dado un paso importante hacia el turismo sostenible y basado en la ciencia con la inauguración de su primer observatorio astronómico dedicado. Creado por el Departamento de Turismo del Distrito en colaboración con Starscapes Experiences Pvt. Ltd., el centro fue inaugurado por el ministro de Turismo de Uttarakhand, Satpal Maharaj. El lanzamiento supone
- [Una tradizione che continua: il Chaat Party annuale di Creative Travel 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-tradition-that-endures-creative-travels-annual-chaat-party-2026/) - Alcuni incontri vanno oltre il concetto di evento. Diventano punti di riferimento nel tempo, ricordi e obiettivi condivisi. Il Chaat Party annuale di Creative Travel è uno di questi momenti, un'istituzione che si è silenziosamente intrecciata nel tessuto del settore dei viaggi. Tenutosi quest'anno in due soleggiate giornate invernali, il 6 e l'8 febbraio 2026,
- [Une tradition qui perdure : la Chaat Party annuelle de Creative Travel 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-tradition-that-endures-creative-travels-annual-chaat-party-2026/) - Certaines réunions transcendent la notion d'événement. Elles deviennent des repères dans le temps, des souvenirs et des objectifs communs. La Chaat Party annuelle de Creative Travel est l'un de ces moments, une institution discrètement intégrée dans le tissu de l'industrie du voyage. Organisée cette année pendant deux journées ensoleillées de l'hiver, les 6 et 8
- [Eine Tradition, die Bestand hat: Die jährliche Chaat-Party 2026 von Creative Travel](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-tradition-that-endures-creative-travels-annual-chaat-party-2026/) - Manche Zusammenkünfte sind mehr als nur eine Veranstaltung. Sie werden zu Meilensteinen der Zeit, zu Erinnerungen und zu gemeinsamen Zielen. Die jährliche Chaat-Party von Creative Travel ist ein solcher Moment, eine Institution, die sich still und leise in das Gefüge der Reisebranche eingewoben hat. Die Chaat-Party fand dieses Jahr an zwei sonnigen Wintertagen, dem 6.
- [Uma tradição que perdura: a festa anual Chaat Party 2026 da Creative Travel](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-tradition-that-endures-creative-travels-annual-chaat-party-2026/) - Algumas reuniões transcendem a ideia de um evento. Elas se tornam marcos do tempo, da memória e de um propósito comum. A festa anual Chaat Party da Creative Travel é um desses momentos, uma instituição discretamente entrelaçada na estrutura da indústria do turismo. Realizada este ano em dois dias ensolarados de inverno, nos dias 6
- [Una tradición que perdura: la fiesta anual Chaat Party 2026 de Creative Travel](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-tradition-that-endures-creative-travels-annual-chaat-party-2026/) - Algunas reuniones trascienden la idea de un simple evento. Se convierten en hitos del tiempo, recuerdos y propósitos compartidos. La fiesta anual Chaat Party de Creative Travel es uno de esos momentos, una institución que se ha ido tejiendo silenciosamente en el entramado de la industria turística. Celebrada este año durante dos soleados días de
- [Mobile Phones Banned on Safaris Across Major Tiger Reserves in India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/mobile-phones-banned-on-safaris-across-major-tiger-reserves-in-india/) - Mobile phones have now been banned on safari drives across several of India’s major tiger reserves, following fresh directions linked to Supreme Court guidelines aimed at reducing human disturbance inside core wildlife habitats, marking a significant shift in park regulations. The ban applies to prominent reserves including Ranthambhore National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park, Kanha National
- [Festival della danza di Khajuraho: grazia classica nella pietra (20-26 febbraio 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/khajuraho-dance-festival-classical-grace-in-stone-20-26-february-2026/) - Sullo sfondo scolpito del complesso monumentale di Khajuraho, il Festival della danza di Khajuraho è una celebrazione del patrimonio della danza classica indiana. Il festival, che si tiene ogni anno, riunisce i migliori ballerini che eseguono Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi, Kuchipudi e altre forme tradizionali. Al calar della sera, gli spettacoli si svolgono sotto i templi
- [Taj Mahotsav: Festival dell'artigianato vivente dell'India (18-27 febbraio 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/taj-mahotsav-indias-living-crafts-festival-18-27-february-2026/) - Il Taj Mahotsav, che si tiene ogni anno nei pressi del Taj Mahal, celebra la ricchezza delle arti tradizionali indiane. Situato lungo le rive dello Yamuna, il festival riunisce artigiani, artisti e tradizioni culinarie provenienti da tutto il paese. Tessuti artigianali, ceramiche, oggetti in metallo e arte popolare riempiono l'area del festival, mentre musicisti e
- [Festival de danse de Khajuraho : la grâce classique dans la pierre (20-26 février 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/khajuraho-dance-festival-classical-grace-in-stone-20-26-february-2026/) - Avec pour toile de fond les monuments sculptés du groupe de Khajuraho, le festival de danse de Khajuraho célèbre le patrimoine de la danse classique indienne. Organisé chaque année, le festival rassemble les plus grands danseurs qui interprètent le Bharatanatyam, le Kathak, l'Odissi, le Kuchipudi et d'autres formes traditionnelles. À la tombée de la nuit,
- [Taj Mahotsav : Festival des arts vivants de l'Inde (18-27 février 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/taj-mahotsav-indias-living-crafts-festival-18-27-february-2026/) - Organisé chaque année près du Taj Mahal, le Taj Mahotsav célèbre la richesse des arts traditionnels indiens. Situé sur les rives de la Yamuna, le festival rassemble des artisans, des artistes et des traditions culinaires de tout le pays. Des textiles artisanaux, des poteries, des objets en métal et des œuvres d'art populaire sont exposés
- [Holi : quand le printemps arrive en couleurs 4 mars 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/holi-when-spring-arrives-in-colour-3-4-march-2026/) - Holi est la célébration la plus exubérante du printemps, du renouveau et des liens humains en Inde. Caractérisé par des jets de couleurs ludiques, de la musique et des repas partagés, ce festival efface les frontières sociales et accueille la joie dans sa forme la plus pure. Ancré dans la mythologie antique, Holi symbolise le
- [Khajuraho Dance Festival: Klassische Anmut in Stein (20. – 26. Februar 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/khajuraho-dance-festival-classical-grace-in-stone-20-26-february-2026/) - Vor der Kulisse der Skulpturen der Khajuraho-Monumente ist das Khajuraho Dance Festival eine Feier des klassischen Tanzerbes Indiens. Das jährlich stattfindende Festival bringt führende Tänzer zusammen, die Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi, Kuchipudi und andere traditionelle Tanzformen aufführen. Bei Einbruch der Dämmerung finden die Aufführungen unter beleuchteten Tempeln statt und schaffen einen kraftvollen Dialog zwischen lebendiger Kunst
- [Taj Mahotsav: Indiens Festival der lebendigen Handwerkskunst (18. – 27. Februar 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/taj-mahotsav-indias-living-crafts-festival-18-27-february-2026/) - Das Taj Mahotsav findet jährlich in der Nähe des Taj Mahal statt und zelebriert den Reichtum der traditionellen Künste Indiens. Das Festival am Ufer des Yamuna bringt Kunsthandwerker, Künstler und kulinarische Traditionen aus dem ganzen Land zusammen. Handgefertigte Textilien, Töpferwaren, Metallarbeiten und Volkskunst säumen das Festivalgelände, während Musiker und Tänzer auf Open-Air-Bühnen regionale Traditionen präsentieren.
- [Festival de Dança de Khajuraho: Graça Clássica em Pedra (20 a 26 de fevereiro de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/khajuraho-dance-festival-classical-grace-in-stone-20-26-february-2026/) - Com o cenário esculpido do Conjunto de Monumentos de Khajuraho, o Festival de Dança de Khajuraho é uma celebração da herança da dança clássica da Índia. Realizado anualmente, o festival reúne os principais dançarinos que apresentam Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi, Kuchipudi e outras formas tradicionais. Ao anoitecer, as apresentações se desenrolam sob templos iluminados, criando um
- [Taj Mahotsav: Festival das Artes Artesanais da Índia (18 a 27 de fevereiro de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/taj-mahotsav-indias-living-crafts-festival-18-27-february-2026/) - Realizado anualmente perto do Taj Mahal, o Taj Mahotsav celebra a riqueza das artes tradicionais da Índia. Situado às margens do rio Yamuna, o festival reúne artesãos, artistas e tradições culinárias de todo o país. Têxteis artesanais, cerâmica, trabalhos em metal e arte popular estão expostos no recinto do festival, enquanto músicos e dançarinos apresentam
- [Festival de Danza de Khajuraho: Gracia clásica en piedra (20-26 de febrero de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/khajuraho-dance-festival-classical-grace-in-stone-20-26-february-2026/) - Con el conjunto de monumentos de Khajuraho como telón de fondo, el Festival de Danza de Khajuraho es una celebración del patrimonio de la danza clásica de la India. El festival, que se celebra anualmente, reúne a los principales bailarines que interpretan Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi, Kuchipudi y otras formas tradicionales. Al caer la tarde, las
- [Taj Mahotsav: Festival de Artesanía Viva de la India (18-27 de febrero de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/taj-mahotsav-indias-living-crafts-festival-18-27-february-2026/) - El Taj Mahotsav, que se celebra anualmente cerca del Taj Mahal, rinde homenaje a la riqueza de las artes tradicionales de la India. A orillas del Yamuna, el festival reúne a artesanos, artistas y tradiciones culinarias de todo el país. Los textiles hechos a mano, la cerámica, la metalistería y el arte popular se exhiben
- [Uday Shankar: l'architetto della danza moderna indiana](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/uday-shankar-architect-of-modern-indian-dance/) - Uday Shankar è stato un visionario che ha trasformato il modo in cui il mondo percepiva la danza indiana. Nato all'inizio del XX secolo, ha superato i rigidi confini della danza classica per creare un nuovo vocabolario radicato nell'estetica indiana ma aperto alle influenze globali. Il suo lavoro traeva ispirazione dalla mitologia, dal ritmo, dalla
- [Uday Shankar : l'architecte de la danse indienne moderne](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/uday-shankar-architect-of-modern-indian-dance/) - Uday Shankar était un visionnaire qui a transformé la façon dont le monde percevait la danse indienne. Né au début du XXe siècle, il a dépassé les frontières rigides du classique pour créer un nouveau vocabulaire ancré dans l'esthétique indienne, mais ouvert aux influences mondiales. Son travail s'inspirait de la mythologie, du rythme, de la
- [Uday Shankar: Architekt des modernen indischen Tanzes](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/uday-shankar-architect-of-modern-indian-dance/) - Uday Shankar war ein Visionär, der die Wahrnehmung des indischen Tanzes weltweit veränderte. Der zu Beginn des 20. Jahrhunderts geborene Künstler überschritt die starren Grenzen der klassischen Tanzkunst und schuf ein neues Vokabular, das in der indischen Ästhetik verwurzelt war, aber offen für globale Einflüsse blieb. Seine Arbeiten waren inspiriert von Mythologie, Rhythmus, Skulptur und
- [Uday Shankar: Arquiteto da Dança Moderna Indiana](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/uday-shankar-architect-of-modern-indian-dance/) - Uday Shankar foi um visionário que transformou a forma como o mundo percebia a dança indiana. Nascido no início do século XX, ele ultrapassou as rígidas fronteiras clássicas para criar um novo vocabulário enraizado na estética indiana, mas aberto à influência global. Seu trabalho inspirou-se na mitologia, no ritmo, na escultura e nos movimentos cotidianos,
- [Uday Shankar: arquitecto de la danza moderna india](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/uday-shankar-architect-of-modern-indian-dance/) - Uday Shankar fue un visionario que transformó la forma en que el mundo percibía la danza india. Nacido a principios del siglo XX, traspasó las rígidas fronteras clásicas para crear un nuevo vocabulario arraigado en la estética india, pero abierto a la influencia global. Su obra se inspiró en la mitología, el ritmo, la escultura
- [Vada: comfort in un anello dorato](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/vada-comfort-in-a-golden-ring/) - Pochi cibi evocano il comfort come il vada, un alimento base molto amato nella cucina dell'India meridionale. Realizzato con urad dal ammollato e macinato finemente, modellato a forma di anello e fritto fino a diventare croccante, la sua forma è immediatamente riconoscibile. Il caratteristico foro non è solo decorativo, ma permette alla pastella di cuocere
- [Vada : le réconfort dans un anneau doré](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/vada-comfort-in-a-golden-ring/) - Peu d'aliments évoquent autant le réconfort que le vada, un aliment de base très apprécié de la cuisine du sud de l'Inde. Fabriqué à partir d'urad dal trempé et finement moulu, façonné en anneau et frit jusqu'à ce qu'il soit croustillant, sa forme est immédiatement reconnaissable. Le trou caractéristique n'est pas seulement décoratif ; il
- [Vada: Komfort in einem goldenen Ring](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/vada-comfort-in-a-golden-ring/) - Nur wenige Lebensmittel vermitteln so viel Komfort wie Vada, ein beliebtes Grundnahrungsmittel der südindischen Küche. Hergestellt aus eingeweichtem und fein gemahlenem Urad Dal, zu einem Ring geformt und knusprig gebraten, ist seine Form sofort erkennbar. Das charakteristische Loch dient nicht nur der Dekoration, sondern sorgt dafür, dass der Teig gleichmäßig gar wird, sodass das Vada
- [Vada: Conforto em um anel dourado](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/vada-comfort-in-a-golden-ring/) - Poucos alimentos evocam conforto como o vada, um alimento básico muito apreciado na culinária do sul da Índia. Feito de urad dal embebido e finamente moído, moldado em forma de anel e frito até ficar crocante, sua forma é instantaneamente reconhecível. O buraco característico não é apenas decorativo; ele permite que a massa cozinhe uniformemente,
- [Vada: comodidad en un anillo dorado](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/vada-comfort-in-a-golden-ring/) - Pocos alimentos evocan tanta comodidad como el vada, un alimento básico muy apreciado en la cocina del sur de la India. Elaborado con urad dal remojado y finamente molido, moldeado en forma de anillo y frito hasta que queda crujiente, su forma es fácilmente reconocible. El característico agujero no es solo decorativo, sino que permite
- [Glasshouse Celeste: dove le pareti di vetro incontrano l'Himalaya](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/glasshouse-celeste-where-glass-walls-meet-the-himalayas/) - Nascosta tra le tranquille pieghe di Ranikhet, Glasshouse Celeste by Saffron Stays è un rifugio di montagna progettato per sfumare il confine tra interno ed esterno. Avvolta dal vetro e incorniciata da alti pini, questa villa con tre camere da letto si apre ai cieli himalayani in continuo mutamento, dalle mattine nebbiose ai tramonti luminosi.
- [Glasshouse Celeste : là où les murs de verre rencontrent l'Himalaya](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/glasshouse-celeste-where-glass-walls-meet-the-himalayas/) - Nichée dans les replis tranquilles de Ranikhet, Glasshouse Celeste by Saffron Stays est une retraite de montagne conçue pour estomper la frontière entre l'intérieur et l'extérieur. Entourée de verre et encadrée par de grands pins, cette villa de trois chambres s'ouvre sur le ciel changeant de l'Himalaya, des matins brumeux aux couchers de soleil éclatants.
- [Glasshouse Celeste: Wo Glaswände auf den Himalaya treffen](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/glasshouse-celeste-where-glass-walls-meet-the-himalayas/) - Versteckt in den ruhigen Falten von Ranikhet liegt das Glasshouse Celeste von Saffron Stays, ein Rückzugsort in den Bergen, der die Grenze zwischen Innen und Außen verschwimmen lässt. Umgeben von Glas und hohen Kiefern öffnet sich diese Villa mit drei Schlafzimmern dem sich ständig verändernden Himmel des Himalaya, von nebligen Morgenstunden bis hin zu strahlenden
- [Glasshouse Celeste: onde as paredes de vidro encontram o Himalaia](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/glasshouse-celeste-where-glass-walls-meet-the-himalayas/) - Escondida nas tranquilas dobras de Ranikhet, a Glasshouse Celeste da Saffron Stays é um refúgio nas montanhas projetado para esbater a fronteira entre o interior e o exterior. Envolvida em vidro e emoldurada por pinheiros altos, esta villa de três quartos abre-se para os céus em constante mudança do Himalaia, desde manhãs enevoadas a pores
- [Glasshouse Celeste: donde las paredes de cristal se encuentran con el Himalaya](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/glasshouse-celeste-where-glass-walls-meet-the-himalayas/) - Escondida en los tranquilos pliegues de Ranikhet, Glasshouse Celeste by Saffron Stays es una casa de montaña diseñada para difuminar los límites entre el interior y el exterior. Envuelta en cristal y rodeada de altos pinos, esta villa de tres dormitorios se abre a los cielos siempre cambiantes del Himalaya, desde las mañanas brumosas hasta
- [Tulah: un rifugio di tranquillità tra le colline](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tulah-a-sanctuary-for-stillness-in-the-hills/) - Immerso nel tranquillo paesaggio vicino all'Himalaya, il Tulah Wellness Sanctuary è concepito come uno spazio in cui la guarigione avviene in modo delicato e naturale. Progettato secondo la filosofia della vita consapevole, il rifugio invita gli ospiti a rallentare i ritmi e a riconnettersi con se stessi attraverso pratiche di consapevolezza e un ambiente rigenerante.
- [Tulah : un sanctuaire de tranquillité dans les collines](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tulah-a-sanctuary-for-stillness-in-the-hills/) - Situé dans le paysage paisible près de l'Himalaya, le Tulah Wellness Sanctuary est conçu comme un espace où la guérison se déroule doucement et naturellement. Conçu autour de la philosophie de la vie consciente, le sanctuaire invite les clients à ralentir et à se reconnecter avec eux-mêmes grâce à des pratiques conscientes et un environnement
- [Tulah: Ein Zufluchtsort der Stille in den Bergen](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tulah-a-sanctuary-for-stillness-in-the-hills/) - Vor der Kulisse der ruhigen Landschaft nahe dem Himalaya versteht sich das Tulah Wellness Sanctuary als ein Ort, an dem Heilung sanft und natürlich stattfindet. Das Sanctuary wurde nach der Philosophie des bewussten Lebens gestaltet und lädt seine Gäste dazu ein, zu entschleunigen und durch achtsame Praktiken und eine erholsame Umgebung wieder zu sich selbst
- [Tulah: Um santuário para a tranquilidade nas colinas](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tulah-a-sanctuary-for-stillness-in-the-hills/) - Situado em meio à paisagem tranquila perto do Himalaia, o Tulah Wellness Sanctuary foi concebido como um espaço onde a cura se desenvolve de forma suave e natural. Projetado com base na filosofia da vida consciente, o santuário convida os hóspedes a desacelerarem e se reconectarem consigo mesmos por meio de práticas conscientes e um
- [Tulah: un santuario de tranquilidad en las colinas](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tulah-a-sanctuary-for-stillness-in-the-hills/) - Situado en el tranquilo paisaje cercano al Himalaya, Tulah Wellness Sanctuary se concibe como un espacio donde la curación se desarrolla de forma suave y natural. Diseñado en torno a la filosofía de la vida consciente, el santuario invita a los huéspedes a reducir el ritmo y reconectarse con ellos mismos a través de prácticas
- [Maha Shivratri: La notte in cui Shiva si risveglia](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/maha-shivratri-the-night-shiva-awakens/) - Maha Shivratri, letteralmente la Grande Notte di Shiva, è una delle feste più sacre dell'induismo, celebrata quest'anno il 15 febbraio. Dedicata al dio Shiva, questa giornata simboleggia il rinnovamento spirituale, la quiete interiore e il trionfo della luce sull'ignoranza. In tutta l'India, i devoti osservano un rigoroso digiuno, cantano, meditano e vegliano per tutta la
- [Maha Shivratri : la nuit où Shiva se réveille](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/maha-shivratri-the-night-shiva-awakens/) - Maha Shivratri, littéralement « la grande nuit de Shiva », est l'une des fêtes les plus sacrées de l'hindouisme, célébrée cette année le 15 février. Dédiée au dieu Shiva, cette journée symbolise le renouveau spirituel, la paix intérieure et le triomphe de la lumière sur l'ignorance. Dans toute l'Inde, les fidèles observent un jeûne rigoureux,
- [Maha Shivratri: Die Nacht, in der Shiva erwacht](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/maha-shivratri-the-night-shiva-awakens/) - Maha Shivratri, wörtlich „die große Nacht Shivas”, ist eines der heiligsten Feste des Hinduismus und wird dieses Jahr am 15. Februar gefeiert. Der Tag ist Lord Shiva gewidmet und symbolisiert spirituelle Erneuerung, innere Stille und den Triumph des Lichts über die Unwissenheit. In ganz Indien fasten die Gläubigen streng, singen, meditieren und halten die ganze
- [Maha Shivratri: A Noite em que Shiva Desperta](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/maha-shivratri-the-night-shiva-awakens/) - Maha Shivratri, literalmente a Grande Noite de Shiva, é um dos festivais mais sagrados do hinduísmo, celebrado este ano em 15 de fevereiro. Dedicado ao deus Shiva, o dia simboliza a renovação espiritual, a quietude interior e o triunfo da luz sobre a ignorância. Em toda a Índia, os devotos observam um jejum rigoroso, cantam,
- [Maha Shivratri: La noche en que Shiva despierta](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/maha-shivratri-the-night-shiva-awakens/) - Maha Shivratri, literalmente la Gran Noche de Shiva, es una de las fiestas más sagradas del hinduismo, que este año se celebra el 15 de febrero. Dedicada al dios Shiva, esta jornada simboliza la renovación espiritual, la paz interior y el triunfo de la luz sobre la ignorancia. En toda la India, los devotos observan
- [Maha Shivratri: The Night Shiva Awakens](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/maha-shivratri-the-night-shiva-awakens/) - Maha Shivratri, literally the Great Night of Shiva, is one of Hinduism’s most sacred festivals, celebrated this year on 15 February. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the day symbolises spiritual renewal, inner stillness, and the triumph of light over ignorance. Across India, devotees observe a rigorous fast, chant, meditate, and keep vigil through the night, offering
- [A Tradition That Endures: Creative Travel’s Annual Chaat Party 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/a-tradition-that-endures-creative-travels-annual-chaat-party-2026/) - Some gatherings transcend the idea of an event. They become markers of time, memory, and shared purpose. Creative Travel’s annual Chaat Party is one such moment, an institution quietly woven into the fabric of the travel industry. Held this year across two sunlit winter days on 6th and 8th February 2026, the Chaat Party once
- [Creative Travel’s annual ‘Chaat Party’ continues its proud legacy](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travels-annual-chaat-party-continues-its-proud-legacy/) - The much-awaited Creative Travel’s annual Chaat Party was celebrated over two days on 31st January and 2nd February 2025, at the Kohli residence. Both days dawned bright and sunny, bringing welcome relief during Delhi-NCR’s coldest winter spell. With the who’s who of the travel trade in attendance, it was full of bonhomie and good cheer
- [Holi: When Spring Arrives in Colour (4 March 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/holi-when-spring-arrives-in-colour-3-4-march-2026/) - Holi is India’s most exuberant celebration of spring, renewal, and human connection. Marked by the playful throwing of colours, music, and shared meals, the festival dissolves social boundaries and welcomes joy in its purest form. Rooted in ancient mythology, Holi symbolises the triumph of good over evil and the arrival of new beginnings. Across India,
- [Uday Shankar: Architect of Modern Indian Dance](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/uday-shankar-architect-of-modern-indian-dance/) - Uday Shankar was a visionary who transformed how the world perceived Indian dance. Born in the early twentieth century, he moved beyond rigid classical boundaries to create a new vocabulary rooted in Indian aesthetics yet open to global influence. His work drew inspiration from mythology, rhythm, sculpture, and everyday movement, resulting in performances that were
- [Vada: Comfort in a Golden Ring](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/vada-comfort-in-a-golden-ring/) - Few foods evoke comfort quite like the vada, a beloved staple of South Indian cuisine. Made from soaked and finely ground urad dal, shaped into a ring and fried until crisp, its form is instantly recognisable. The signature hole is not decorative alone; it allows the batter to cook evenly, creating a vada that is
- [Tulah: A Sanctuary for Stillness in the Hills](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tulah-a-sanctuary-for-stillness-in-the-hills/) - Set against the tranquil landscape near the Himalayas, Tulah Wellness Sanctuary is envisioned as a space where healing unfolds gently and naturally. Designed around the philosophy of conscious living, the sanctuary invites guests to slow down and reconnect with themselves through mindful practices and restorative surroundings. The environment is calm and nurturing, shaped by soft
- [Glasshouse Celeste: Where Glass Walls Meet the Himalayas](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/glasshouse-celeste-where-glass-walls-meet-the-himalayas/) - Tucked away in the quiet folds of Ranikhet, Glasshouse Celeste by Saffron Stays is a mountain retreat designed to blur the boundary between indoors and out. Wrapped in glass and framed by tall pines, this three-bedroom villa opens itself to ever-changing Himalayan skies, from misty mornings to glowing sunsets. The architecture is modern yet restrained,
- [Khajuraho Dance Festival: Classical Grace in Stone (20 - 26 February 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/khajuraho-dance-festival-classical-grace-in-stone-20-26-february-2026/) - Set against the sculpted backdrop of the Khajuraho Group of Monuments, the Khajuraho Dance Festival is a celebration of India’s classical dance heritage. Held annually, the festival brings together leading dancers performing Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi, Kuchipudi, and other traditional forms. As dusk falls, performances unfold beneath illuminated temples, creating a powerful dialogue between living art
- [Taj Mahotsav: India’s Living Crafts Festival (18 - 27 February, 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/taj-mahotsav-indias-living-crafts-festival-18-27-february-2026/) - Held annually near the Taj Mahal, Taj Mahotsav celebrates the richness of India’s traditional arts. Set along the banks of the Yamuna, the festival brings together artisans, performers, and culinary traditions from across the country. Handcrafted textiles, pottery, metalwork, and folk art line the festival grounds, while musicians and dancers showcase regional traditions on open-air
- [Encalm Debuts India’s First Women-Led Business Lounge](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/encalm-debuts-indias-first-women-led-business-lounge/) - Encalm Hospitality has unveiled Encalm Prive, a premium business-class lounge at Indira Gandhi International Airport Terminal 1, marking a national first as a women-led domestic lounge. Set within the domestic departures area, Encalm Prive is designed as a tranquil retreat, blending refined interiors, plush seating, and warm lighting to elevate the pre-flight experience. The all-women
- [India Widens e-Tourist Visa Reach](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-widens-e-tourist-visa-reach/) - India has expanded its e-Tourist Visa programme to 166 countries, up from 156 last year, signalling a renewed and aggressive push for inbound travel. Updated quietly by the Ministry of Tourism in January 2026, the move follows India’s return to pre-pandemic foreign visitor numbers and supports its ambition of welcoming 20 million international tourists by
- [The Barefoot Eco Hotel Updates Green Tax](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-barefoot-eco-hotel-updates-green-tax/) - The Barefoot Eco Hotel has announced a revision to its Green Tax, effective 1 March 2026, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable and competitive travel in the Maldives. From this date, the Green Tax will be USD 6 per person per day, reduced from the previous USD 12, and will apply to all new bookings made
- [The Oberoi Group Unveils Private Jaipur Fort](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-oberoi-group-unveils-private-jaipur-fort/) - The Oberoi Group has announced the opening of Naila Fort – An Oberoi Luxury Residence, its first foray into the private heritage residence segment, welcoming guests from 15 February 2026. Originally built in 1849 by the Champawat clan, the hilltop fort near Jaipur has been meticulously restored and reimagined as an ultra-luxury four-bedroom residence overlooking
- [IndiGo Expands Long-Haul Network with Delhi–Heathrow Service](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-expands-long-haul-network-with-delhi-heathrow-service/) - IndiGo will introduce flights between Delhi and London Heathrow in the first week of February, marking another step in its long-haul expansion. The service will operate five times a week using a leased Boeing 787 Dreamliner from Norse Atlantic Airways, featuring a dual-class configuration with IndiGoStretch and Economy cabins. With the addition of this route,
- [Budget 2026 Puts Tourism at the Heart of India’s Economic and Cultural Strategy](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/budget-2026-puts-tourism-at-the-heart-of-indias-economic-and-cultural-strategy/) - The Union Budget 2026–27, presented by Nirmala Sitharaman, has positioned tourism as a core pillar of India’s long-term economic development, shifting focus from short-term promotion to capacity building, infrastructure and global competitiveness. The announcements combine domestic tourism investments with reforms aimed at easing outbound travel, education and medical mobility. A major boost for outbound travel
- [Two Indian Wetlands Added to Ramsar List Ahead of World Wetlands Day](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/two-indian-wetlands-added-to-ramsar-list-ahead-of-world-wetlands-day/) - India has added two more sites to the global Ramsar list of Wetlands of International Importance, marking a significant conservation milestone ahead of World Wetlands Day on February 2. The announcement was made by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, taking India’s total Ramsar sites to 98. The newly recognised wetlands are
- [Sterling Strengthens Rajasthan Presence with Launch of Sterling Amargarh Jodhpur](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sterling-strengthens-rajasthan-presence-with-launch-of-sterling-amargarh-jodhpur/) - Sterling Holiday Resorts has expanded its Rajasthan portfolio with the launch of Sterling Amargarh Jodhpur, a large-format resort set amid landscaped greens on Pal Road. The opening reinforces the brand’s focus on heritage-led destinations while catering to the growing demand for experience-driven stays. Designed to blend the regal spirit of Marwar with contemporary comfort, the
- [IHCL Launches SeleQtions Hotel in Bandra](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-launches-seleqtions-hotel-in-bandra/) - Indian Hotels Company Limited has strengthened its Mumbai presence with the launch of a new SeleQtions-branded hotel in Bandra, reinforcing the city’s continued appeal for premium hospitality development. The brownfield project marks another strategic addition for Indian Hotels Company Limited in one of Mumbai’s most sought-after neighbourhoods. Located on Turner Road, the 43-room hotel occupies
- [Lemon Tree Hotels Signs New Premier Property in Omkareshwar, Madhya Pradesh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/lemon-tree-hotels-signs-new-premier-property-in-omkareshwar-madhya-pradesh/) - Lemon Tree Hotels has announced the signing of Lemon Tree Premier, Omkareshwar, further strengthening its presence in Madhya Pradesh. The new property is designed to cater to both business and leisure travellers, aligning with the brand’s value-driven and contemporary hospitality approach. Located in Omkareshwar, the hotel sits in one of India’s most revered spiritual destinations,
- [IHCL Adds Tree of Life Sariska Manor to Its Rajasthan Portfolio](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-adds-tree-of-life-sariska-manor-to-its-rajasthan-portfolio/) - Indian Hotels Company has expanded its presence in Rajasthan with the onboarding of Tree of Life Sariska Manor, a conversion project located in Tehla, near the Sariska Tiger Reserve. The move strengthens IHCL’s Tree of Life brand, which focuses on intimate, design-led retreats rooted in nature and local culture. Set amid landscapes shaped by wildlife
- [Himachal Pradesh Launches Heli Taxi Services Linking Shimla with Key Hill and Urban Centres](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/himachal-pradesh-launches-heli-taxi-services-linking-shimla-with-key-hill-and-urban-centres/) - The Himachal Pradesh government has inaugurated long-awaited heli taxi services connecting Shimla with Kullu, Reckong Peo, and Chandigarh, significantly strengthening regional air connectivity. The services were flagged off from the Sanjauli Heliport by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu. Operated under the Centre’s UDAN scheme in partnership with Heritage Aviation, the heli taxis aim to improve
- [IndiGo to Launch Non-Stop Delhi and Mumbai–Athens Flights with India’s First A321XLR](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/indigo-to-launch-non-stop-delhi-and-mumbai-athens-flights-with-indias-first-a321xlr/) - IndiGo has announced the launch of direct flights from Mumbai and Delhi to Athens, marking a significant milestone in India–Europe air connectivity. Services from Mumbai will begin on January 23, 2026, followed by Delhi on January 24, operating three times a week. These routes will be operated using India’s first Airbus A321XLR, making IndiGo the
- [Sterling Introduces Udaipur Katha: A Rooftop Dining Experience Inspired by Mewar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sterling-introduces-udaipur-katha/) - Sterling Holiday Resorts has unveiled Udaipur Katha, a new rooftop dining destination at Sterling Jaisinghgarh, Udaipur, designed as an open-sky, live-fire culinary experience rooted in regional heritage. Set across two elevated terraces, the restaurant offers sweeping views of the Aravalli ranges and reimagines dinner as a slow, immersive ritual rather than a hurried meal. The
- [jüSTa Hotels & Resorts Enters Wildlife Hospitality with Kanha Resort Addition](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/justa-hotels-resorts-enters-wildlife-hospitality-with-kanha-resort-addition/) - jüSTa Hotels & Resorts has expanded its portfolio with the addition of The Bagh Kanha, a premium wildlife resort located near Kanha National Park. The brand has partnered with Gajraj Wildlife Resorts Private Limited to operate and manage the property, marking jüSTa’s entry into Madhya Pradesh. Set across 23 acres in a natural forested landscape,
- [Espire Hospitality Expands Country Inn Portfolio with New Opening in Varanasi](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/espire-hospitality-expands-country-inn-portfolio-with-new-opening-in-varanasi/) - Espire Hospitality Limited has announced the launch of Country Inn, Varanasi, marking another milestone in its expanding Country Inn Hotels & Resorts portfolio. Located in one of the world’s oldest living cities, the new hotel underscores the group’s focus on high-potential cultural and spiritual destinations. Set amid the sacred rhythm of Varanasi, the property blends
- [La Soirée Brings a Refined Global Dining Experience to Kolkata](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/la-soiree-brings-a-refined-global-dining-experience-to-kolkata/) - A new address for elevated dining has arrived in Kolkata with the debut of La Soirée, a restaurant designed to blend luxury with warmth and a strong sense of craft. Conceived as a destination rather than just a dining room, La Soirée pairs world-inspired cocktails with international lounge cuisine in a setting shaped by French-influenced
- [jüSTa Hotels & Resorts Enters Wildlife Hospitality with Kanha Resort Addition](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/justa-hotels-resorts-enters-wildlife-hospitality-with-kanha-resort-addition/) - jüSTa Hotels & Resorts has expanded its portfolio with the addition of The Bagh Kanha, a premium wildlife resort located near Kanha National Park. The brand has partnered with Gajraj Wildlife Resorts Private Limited to operate and manage the property, marking jüSTa’s entry into Madhya Pradesh. Set across 23 acres in a natural forested landscape,
- [Sissu Temporarily Closes Doors to Tourists for 40 Days](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sissu-temporarily-closes-doors-to-tourists-for-40-days/) - Tourism in the Sissu valley, located in Lahaul-Spiti, will be suspended for 40 days from January 20 to February 28 as local authorities move to safeguard religious rituals and long-standing cultural practices. The decision was taken collectively by the Sissu gram panchayat along with religious and community institutions, reflecting a consensus to prioritise tradition over
- [India Takes Early Steps Toward a Homegrown Whisky Tourism Trail](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-takes-early-steps-toward-a-homegrown-whisky-tourism-trail/) - Long dominated by destinations such as Scotland and Kentucky, whisky tourism is beginning to find new expression in India. A growing base of premium single malt consumers is driving interest beyond the bottle– towards provenance, craft, and the stories behind production. This shift is encouraging Indian distillers to develop visitor experiences that place education and
- [Republic Day Rehearsals to Disrupt Delhi Flights as Airspace Closures Loom](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/republic-day-rehearsals-to-disrupt-delhi-flights-as-airspace-closures-loom/) - Air traffic over the capital is set for fresh disruption between January 21 and 26 as Republic Day rehearsal flights prompt temporary airspace shutdowns above Indira Gandhi International Airport. A notice issued this week confirms that daily closures, scheduled between late morning and early afternoon, will coincide with one of the airport’s busiest operating windows.
- [The Doksa: A Quiet Farmstay in Spiti That Lets the Land Lead](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-doksa-a-quiet-farmstay-in-spiti-that-lets-the-land-lead/) - At nearly 12,000 feet above sea level, building in Spiti Valley is less an architectural statement and more an act of careful negotiation. Set within the silent farmscapes of Maneygogma village, The Doksa is a new 12-key boutique farmstay that responds to extreme climate, limited access, and fragile terrain with restraint rather than spectacle. Designed
- [Taj Mahal to Offer Free Entry and Rare Viewing of Royal Graves from January 15–17](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/taj-mahal-to-offer-free-entry-and-rare-viewing-of-royal-graves-from-january-15-17/) - The Taj Mahal will offer free public entry for three days from January 15 to 17, marking the 371st Urs of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. As part of the annual observance, visitors will also be granted rare access to the graves of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, located in the monument’s lower chamber. According to
- [Suba Hotels Expands North East Presence with Click Collection Hotel in Gangtok](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/suba-hotels-expands-north-east-presence-with-click-collection-hotel-in-gangtok/) - Suba Hotels Limited has strengthened its footprint in Sikkim with the opening of Click Collection Hotel, Gangtok, marking its second launch in the North East this financial year. The expansion follows the earlier debut of another property in Gangtok at the start of the year, reflecting the company’s steady focus on the region. The leadership
- [Kaziranga Turns to Astro-Tourism to Encourage Longer and Low-Impact Visits](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kaziranga-turns-to-astro-tourism-to-encourage-longer-and-low-impact-visits/) - Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve is piloting astro-tourism as a thoughtful way to extend visitor stays without increasing pressure on its core wildlife habitats. Officials say the initiative aims to diversify tourism while keeping conservation at its centre. The park recently hosted an astro-guide training camp at Rhinoland Park in Burrapahar, positioning dark-sky experiences
- [Helicopter Services to Link Shimla with Kullu and Kinnaur from January 14](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/helicopter-services-to-link-shimla-with-kullu-and-kinnaur-from-january-14/) - Daily helicopter services connecting Shimla with Kullu and Reckong Peo will commence from January 14, offering a faster and more convenient travel option across Himachal Pradesh’s mountainous terrain. The flights will be operated by Heritage Aviation under the central government’s UDAN, which focuses on improving access to remote regions. Two daily flights will operate on
- [Kaziranga records the highest-ever foreign tourist footfall in 2025-26: Assam CM Himanta](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kaziranga-records-the-highest-ever-foreign-tourist-footfall-in-2025-26-assam-cm-himanta/) - Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said Kaziranga National Park registered the highest-ever foreign tourist footfall in 2025-26. He maintained that it was a reflection of the state's conservation, culture and community-driven tourism. A 127 per cent surge in foreign tourists reflects rising global confidence in Assam's conservation, culture and community-driven tourism, setting
- [Sterling Holiday Resorts Strengthens North-East Presence with New Gangtok City Hotel](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sterling-holiday-resorts-strengthens-north-east-presence-with-new-gangtok-city-hotel/) - Sterling Holiday Resorts has expanded its footprint in North-East India with the launch of Sterling Mount Olive Gangtok, a contemporary property located in the heart of Gangtok’s Development Area. Positioned close to MG Marg, government offices and key business districts, the hotel is designed to serve both business and leisure travellers. The property features modern
- [Nirma plans 555-room luxury hotel project in Ahmedabad](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/nirma-plans-555-room-luxury-hotel-project-in-ahmedabad/) - The Ahmedabad-based Nirma Group is planning to enter the hospitality sector with the development of a large five-star hotel along the Sarkhej–Gandhinagar Highway in Ahmedabad. The proposed property will feature around 555 rooms and is targeted to be operational ahead of the 2030 Commonwealth Games, positioning it to tap into the rising demand for premium
- [WelcomHeritage Tadoba Vanya Villas Resort & Spa : une retraite sauvage aux portes de la jungle](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/welcomheritage-tadoba-vanya-villas-resort-spa-a-wilderness-retreat-at-the-edge-of-the-jungle/) - Situé à proximité de la porte de Kolara de la réserve de tigres de Tadoba Andhari, ce resort offre une base paisible aux voyageurs attirés par la faune sauvage, la nature et un luxe discret. Le domaine s’étend sur des forêts denses et des prairies, habitat des tigres du Bengale, léopards indiens, ours lippus, cerfs
- [L’Uttarakhand lance le « Snow Leopard Tour » pour dynamiser le tourisme hivernal](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/uttarakhand-to-launch-snow-leopard-tour-to-boost-winter-tourism/) - L’Uttarakhand s’apprête à lancer un « Snow Leopard Tour » dans le cadre d’une initiative plus large de tourisme hivernal visant à promouvoir les expériences d’aventure, de faune sauvage et de culture à travers l’État. Cette initiative cherche à renforcer les économies locales en soutenant les hébergements chez l’habitant, les guides locaux et les activités
- [Jetstar confirme des vols directs Melbourne–Colombo à partir d’août 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jetstar-confirms-melbourne-colombo-direct-flights-from-august-2026/) - Jetstar a annoncé le lancement de ses tout premiers services directs entre l’Australie et le Sri Lanka, avec des vols sans escale entre Melbourne et Colombo à compter du 25 août 2026. Ce service annuel fonctionnera trois fois par semaine, faisant de Jetstar la seule compagnie low-cost à proposer une liaison directe sur cette route.
- [L’aéroport de Sindhudurg autorisé pour des opérations 24h/24 par tous les temps](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sindhudurg-airport-cleared-for-round-the-clock-all-weather-operations/) - L’aéroport de Sindhudurg, situé dans la région de Konkan au Maharashtra, a reçu l’approbation de la Direction générale de l’aviation civile (DGCA) pour des opérations 24h/24 par tous les temps, améliorant considérablement ses capacités opérationnelles. Cette autorisation permet les mouvements d’aéronefs en conditions de faible visibilité et de météo défavorable, renforçant la fiabilité pour les
- [IHCL signe un hôtel Taj greenfield à Mohali, renforçant sa présence au Pendjab](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-signs-greenfield-taj-hotel-in-mohali-strengthening-presence-in-punjab/) - Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) a annoncé la signature d’un hôtel Taj greenfield à Mohali, au Pendjab, marquant une expansion stratégique de la marque dans l’un des centres urbains à la croissance la plus rapide de l’État. Commentant cette annonce, Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development chez IHCL, a souligné que
- [Le gouvernement de Delhi va mettre en place une unité PMU dédiée pour stimuler le développement touristique](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/delhi-government-to-set-up-dedicated-pmu-to-boost-tourism-development/) - Le gouvernement du Territoire de la capitale nationale de Delhi a approuvé la création d’une unité de gestion de projet dédiée (Project Management Unit – PMU) afin de renforcer la planification, l’exécution et la coordination du tourisme à travers la ville. Cette initiative vise à améliorer l’expérience des visiteurs tout en accélérant les investissements et
- [Marriott Bonvoy inaugure un complexe hôtelier à double enseigne à Amritsar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/marriott-bonvoy-debuts-dual-branded-hotel-complex-in-amritsar/) - Marriott Bonvoy a renforcé sa présence au Pendjab avec l’ouverture d’un complexe hôtelier à double enseigne réunissant Marriott Executive Apartments Amritsar et Four Points by Sheraton Amritsar, Mall Road. Stratégiquement situé à proximité des principaux pôles de transport et des sites emblématiques, ce développement propose 183 chambres et appartements dans un format moderne et flexible,
- [ITC Hotels étend la marque Storii aux principales destinations de vie sauvage en Inde](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/itc-hotels-expands-storii-brand-to-indias-premier-wildlife-destinations/) - ITC Hotels Limited s’apprête à étendre sa marque boutique, Storii by ITC Hotels, à certaines des destinations de vie sauvage les plus emblématiques de l’Inde, avec des établissements prévus à Jawai, Ranthambore, Dhari Gir et Sasan Gir. Cette initiative vise à proposer des expériences immersives axées sur la nature tout en mettant en valeur le
- [WelcomHeritage Tadoba Vanya Villas Resort & Spa : une retraite sauvage aux portes de la jungle](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/welcomheritage-tadoba-vanya-villas-resort-spa-a-wilderness-retreat-at-the-edge-of-the-jungle/) - Situé à proximité de la porte de Kolara de la réserve de tigres de Tadoba Andhari, ce resort offre une base paisible aux voyageurs attirés par la faune sauvage, la nature et un luxe discret. Le domaine s’étend sur des forêts denses et des prairies, habitat des tigres du Bengale, léopards indiens, ours lippus, cerfs
- [L’Uttarakhand lance le « Snow Leopard Tour » pour dynamiser le tourisme hivernal](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/uttarakhand-to-launch-snow-leopard-tour-to-boost-winter-tourism/) - L’Uttarakhand s’apprête à lancer un « Snow Leopard Tour » dans le cadre d’une initiative plus large de tourisme hivernal visant à promouvoir les expériences d’aventure, de faune sauvage et de culture à travers l’État. Cette initiative cherche à renforcer les économies locales en soutenant les hébergements chez l’habitant, les guides locaux et les activités
- [Jetstar confirme des vols directs Melbourne–Colombo à partir d’août 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jetstar-confirms-melbourne-colombo-direct-flights-from-august-2026/) - Jetstar a annoncé le lancement de ses tout premiers services directs entre l’Australie et le Sri Lanka, avec des vols sans escale entre Melbourne et Colombo à compter du 25 août 2026. Ce service annuel fonctionnera trois fois par semaine, faisant de Jetstar la seule compagnie low-cost à proposer une liaison directe sur cette route.
- [L’aéroport de Sindhudurg autorisé pour des opérations 24h/24 par tous les temps](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sindhudurg-airport-cleared-for-round-the-clock-all-weather-operations/) - L’aéroport de Sindhudurg, situé dans la région de Konkan au Maharashtra, a reçu l’approbation de la Direction générale de l’aviation civile (DGCA) pour des opérations 24h/24 par tous les temps, améliorant considérablement ses capacités opérationnelles. Cette autorisation permet les mouvements d’aéronefs en conditions de faible visibilité et de météo défavorable, renforçant la fiabilité pour les
- [IHCL signe un hôtel Taj greenfield à Mohali, renforçant sa présence au Pendjab](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-signs-greenfield-taj-hotel-in-mohali-strengthening-presence-in-punjab/) - Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) a annoncé la signature d’un hôtel Taj greenfield à Mohali, au Pendjab, marquant une expansion stratégique de la marque dans l’un des centres urbains à la croissance la plus rapide de l’État. Commentant cette annonce, Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development chez IHCL, a souligné que
- [Le gouvernement de Delhi va mettre en place une unité PMU dédiée pour stimuler le développement touristique](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/delhi-government-to-set-up-dedicated-pmu-to-boost-tourism-development/) - Le gouvernement du Territoire de la capitale nationale de Delhi a approuvé la création d’une unité de gestion de projet dédiée (Project Management Unit – PMU) afin de renforcer la planification, l’exécution et la coordination du tourisme à travers la ville. Cette initiative vise à améliorer l’expérience des visiteurs tout en accélérant les investissements et
- [Marriott Bonvoy inaugure un complexe hôtelier à double enseigne à Amritsar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/marriott-bonvoy-debuts-dual-branded-hotel-complex-in-amritsar/) - Marriott Bonvoy a renforcé sa présence au Pendjab avec l’ouverture d’un complexe hôtelier à double enseigne réunissant Marriott Executive Apartments Amritsar et Four Points by Sheraton Amritsar, Mall Road. Stratégiquement situé à proximité des principaux pôles de transport et des sites emblématiques, ce développement propose 183 chambres et appartements dans un format moderne et flexible,
- [ITC Hotels étend la marque Storii aux principales destinations de vie sauvage en Inde](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/itc-hotels-expands-storii-brand-to-indias-premier-wildlife-destinations/) - ITC Hotels Limited s’apprête à étendre sa marque boutique, Storii by ITC Hotels, à certaines des destinations de vie sauvage les plus emblématiques de l’Inde, avec des établissements prévus à Jawai, Ranthambore, Dhari Gir et Sasan Gir. Cette initiative vise à proposer des expériences immersives axées sur la nature tout en mettant en valeur le
- [WelcomHeritage Tadoba Vanya Villas Resort & Spa: Ein Rückzugsort in der Wildnis am Rand des Dschungels](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/welcomheritage-tadoba-vanya-villas-resort-spa-a-wilderness-retreat-at-the-edge-of-the-jungle/) - In der Nähe des Kolara-Gates des Tadoba-Andhari-Tigerreservats gelegen, bietet dieses Resort einen ruhigen Ausgangspunkt für Reisende, die Wildtiere, Natur und zurückhaltenden Luxus schätzen. Das Anwesen erstreckt sich über dichte Wälder und Graslandschaften, die Heimat von Bengalischen Tigern, Indischen Leoparden, Lippenbären, Hirschen und einer vielfältigen Vogelwelt sind – ideal als Ausgangsbasis für Jeep-Safaris und Dschungelabenteuer. Die
- [Uttarakhand startet „Snow Leopard Tour“ zur Förderung des Wintertourismus](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/uttarakhand-to-launch-snow-leopard-tour-to-boost-winter-tourism/) - Der Bundesstaat Uttarakhand plant die Einführung einer „Snow Leopard Tour“ im Rahmen einer umfassenden Wintertourismusinitiative, die Abenteuer-, Natur- und Kulturerlebnisse im gesamten Bundesstaat fördern soll. Ziel ist es, die lokale Wirtschaft zu stärken, indem Homestays, lokale Guides und Abenteueraktivitäten in Grenzregionen unterstützt werden. Der Aktionsplan für den Wintertourismus umfasst Abenteuersportarten wie Skifahren, Trekking, Paragliding und
- [Jetstar bestätigt Direktflüge zwischen Melbourne und Colombo ab August 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jetstar-confirms-melbourne-colombo-direct-flights-from-august-2026/) - Jetstar hat seine ersten Nonstop-Flüge zwischen Australien und Sri Lanka angekündigt. Die Direktverbindung von Melbourne nach Colombo soll am 25. August 2026 aufgenommen werden. Der ganzjährige Service wird dreimal wöchentlich angeboten und macht Jetstar zur einzigen Low-Cost-Airline mit direkter Verbindung auf dieser Strecke. Die Flüge zwischen Melbourne und Colombo werden mit der Boeing-787-Dreamliner-Flotte von Jetstar
- [Sindhudurg Airport erhält Genehmigung für 24/7-Allwetterbetrieb](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sindhudurg-airport-cleared-for-round-the-clock-all-weather-operations/) - Der Flughafen Sindhudurg in der Konkan-Region des Bundesstaates Maharashtra hat von der Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) die Genehmigung für einen durchgehenden 24/7-Allwetterbetrieb erhalten, wodurch seine operative Leistungsfähigkeit deutlich gesteigert wird. Die Freigabe erlaubt Flugbewegungen auch bei schlechter Sicht und widrigen Wetterbedingungen und erhöht damit die Zuverlässigkeit für Fluggesellschaften und Passagiere. Der Flughafen ist
- [IHCL unterzeichnet Greenfield-Taj-Hotel in Mohali und stärkt Präsenz in Punjab](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-signs-greenfield-taj-hotel-in-mohali-strengthening-presence-in-punjab/) - Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) hat die Unterzeichnung eines neuen Greenfield-Taj-Hotels in Mohali, Punjab, bekannt gegeben und damit eine strategische Expansion in einem der am schnellsten wachsenden urbanen Zentren des Bundesstaates eingeleitet. Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development bei IHCL, erklärte, dass Mohalis Aufstieg zu einem bedeutenden IT- und Handelszentrum sowie
- [Regierung von Delhi richtet eigene PMU zur Förderung der Tourismusentwicklung ein](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/delhi-government-to-set-up-dedicated-pmu-to-boost-tourism-development/) - Die Regierung des National Capital Territory of Delhi hat die Einrichtung einer eigenen Project Management Unit (PMU) genehmigt, um Planung, Umsetzung und Koordination im Tourismussektor der Stadt zu stärken. Ziel der Initiative ist es, das Besuchererlebnis in Delhi zu verbessern sowie Investitionen und Infrastrukturentwicklungen im Tourismussektor zu beschleunigen. Die Delhi Tourism and Transport Development Corporation
- [Marriott Bonvoy eröffnet dual gebrandeten Hotelkomplex in Amritsar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/marriott-bonvoy-debuts-dual-branded-hotel-complex-in-amritsar/) - Marriott Bonvoy hat seine Präsenz im indischen Bundesstaat Punjab mit der Eröffnung eines dual gebrandeten Hotelkomplexes in Amritsar erweitert. Das Projekt vereint Marriott Executive Apartments Amritsar und Four Points by Sheraton Amritsar, Mall Road. Dank seiner strategischen Lage nahe wichtiger Verkehrsknotenpunkte und Sehenswürdigkeiten bietet der Komplex insgesamt 183 Zimmer und Apartments in einem modernen, flexiblen
- [ITC Hotels erweitert die Marke Storii auf Indiens führende Wildlife-Destinationen](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/itc-hotels-expands-storii-brand-to-indias-premier-wildlife-destinations/) - ITC Hotels Limited plant, seine Boutique-Marke Storii by ITC Hotels auf einige der bekanntesten Wildnisdestinationen Indiens auszuweiten. Neue Häuser sind in Jawai, Ranthambore, Dhari Gir und Sasan Gir vorgesehen. Ziel dieser Expansion ist es, immersive, naturorientierte Erlebnisse zu schaffen und zugleich den individuellen Charakter jeder Destination hervorzuheben. Storii Jawai verfügt über 15 Gästezimmer und hochwertige
- [WelcomHeritage Tadoba Vanya Villas Resort & Spa: um refúgio na natureza às margens da selva](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/welcomheritage-tadoba-vanya-villas-resort-spa-a-wilderness-retreat-at-the-edge-of-the-jungle/) - Localizado próximo ao Portão Kolara da Reserva de Tigres Tadoba Andhari, este resort oferece uma base tranquila para viajantes atraídos pela vida selvagem, pela natureza e pelo luxo discreto. A propriedade se estende por florestas densas e áreas de pastagem, habitat de tigres-de-bengala, leopardos-indianos, ursos-preguiça, cervos e uma rica variedade de aves, tornando-se o ponto
- [Uttarakhand lançará o “Snow Leopard Tour” para impulsionar o turismo de inverno](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/uttarakhand-to-launch-snow-leopard-tour-to-boost-winter-tourism/) - Uttarakhand está prestes a lançar o “Snow Leopard Tour” como parte de uma iniciativa mais ampla de turismo de inverno, com o objetivo de promover experiências de aventura, vida selvagem e cultura em todo o estado. A iniciativa busca fortalecer as economias locais ao apoiar hospedagens familiares (homestays), guias locais e atividades de aventura em
- [Jetstar confirma voos diretos Melbourne–Colombo a partir de agosto de 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jetstar-confirms-melbourne-colombo-direct-flights-from-august-2026/) - A Jetstar anunciou seus primeiros serviços diretos entre a Austrália e o Sri Lanka, com voos sem escalas de Melbourne para Colombo previstos para começar em 25 de agosto de 2026. O serviço anual operará três vezes por semana, tornando a Jetstar a única companhia aérea de baixo custo a oferecer conectividade direta nessa rota.
- [Aeroporto de Sindhudurg autorizado para operações 24 horas em todas as condições climáticas](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sindhudurg-airport-cleared-for-round-the-clock-all-weather-operations/) - O Aeroporto de Sindhudurg, na região de Konkan, em Maharashtra, recebeu aprovação da Diretoria Geral de Aviação Civil (DGCA) para operações 24 horas por dia em todas as condições climáticas, ampliando significativamente sua capacidade operacional. A autorização permite movimentos de aeronaves em situações de baixa visibilidade e condições meteorológicas adversas, aumentando a confiabilidade para companhias
- [IHCL assina contrato para construção de hotel Taj em Mohali, reforçando presença em Punjab](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-signs-greenfield-taj-hotel-in-mohali-strengthening-presence-in-punjab/) - A Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) anunciou a assinatura de um contrato para a construção de um hotel Taj em Mohali, Punjab, marcando uma expansão estratégica da marca em um dos centros urbanos de mais rápido crescimento do estado. Comentando sobre o desenvolvimento, Suma Venkatesh, vice-presidente executivo de imóveis e desenvolvimento da IHCL, disse que
- [Governo de Délhi criará PMU dedicada para impulsionar o desenvolvimento do turismo](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/delhi-government-to-set-up-dedicated-pmu-to-boost-tourism-development/) - O Governo do Território da Capital Nacional de Délhi aprovou a criação de uma Unidade de Gestão de Projetos (PMU) dedicada para fortalecer o planejamento, a execução e a coordenação do turismo em toda a cidade. A iniciativa visa melhorar a experiência dos visitantes de Délhi, ao mesmo tempo em que acelera o investimento e
- [Marriott Bonvoy inaugura complexo hoteleiro com duas marcas em Amritsar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/marriott-bonvoy-debuts-dual-branded-hotel-complex-in-amritsar/) - A Marriott Bonvoy expandiu sua presença em Punjab com a inauguração de um complexo hoteleiro com duas marcas, o Marriott Executive Apartments Amritsar e o Four Points by Sheraton Amritsar, Mall Road. Estrategicamente localizado perto dos principais centros de transporte e pontos de referência, o empreendimento reúne 183 quartos e apartamentos em um formato moderno
- [ITC Hotels expande a marca Storii para os principais destinos de vida selvagem da Índia](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/itc-hotels-expands-storii-brand-to-indias-premier-wildlife-destinations/) - A ITC Hotels Limited está pronta para expandir sua marca boutique, Storii by ITC Hotels, para os destinos de vida selvagem mais famosos da Índia, com propriedades planejadas em Jawai, Ranthambore, Dhari Gir e Sasan Gir. A iniciativa visa oferecer experiências imersivas na natureza, destacando o caráter distinto de cada local. O Storii Jawai possui
- [Gajar Ka Halwa — India’s Golden Winter Indulgence](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/gajar-ka-halwa-indias-golden-winter-indulgence/) - In India, winter arrives not only with a change in temperature, but with the unmistakable aroma of slow-cimmering carrots—known locally as gajar—melding with milk, ghee, and warming spices. Gajar Ka Halwa, literally translated as carrot pudding, is far more than a dessert. It is a seasonal ritual, a celebration of harvest, and a symbol of
- [Rann Utsav, 23 October, 2025 – 4 March, 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rann-utsav-23-october-2025-4-march-2026/) - Every year, as the vast white desert of Kutch awakens under the shimmering light of the moon, the Rann Utsav comes to life, inviting travelers from around the globe to experience the true essence of Gujarat. What began as a humble three-day event in 2005 has blossomed into one of India’s most celebrated and expansive
- [Meeting and interactive session with a senior Monk](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/meeting-interactive-session-with-a-senior-monk/) - Embark on a transformative voyage into the heart of Bhutan's spiritual essence with our exclusive encounter: an enchanting rendezvous with a revered senior monk. Delve into the timeless wisdom of Buddhism and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Bhutanese culture amidst an aura of pure serenity. Nestled within the sacred confines of monasteries or
- [International Kite Festival (10–14 January 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/international-kite-festival-10-14-january-2026/) - The International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad, celebrated during Makar Sankranti, marks the sun's transition into Capricorn and the arrival of longer days. Rich in cultural significance, it symbolises hope, prosperity, and community unity. Held annually, the festival transforms Gujarat’s skies into a rainbow of colourful kites, ranging from traditional designs to creative, modern artistry. Flying
- [Discover Calm in the Wild: Brij Hotels launches its Newest Property in Bandhavgarh](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/discover-calm-in-the-wild-brij-hotels-launches-its-newest-property-in-bandhavgarh/) - Brij Hotels has unveiled its newest sanctuary: Brij Sone Bagh, a retreat where the untamed beauty of the jungle meets the quiet grace of mindful living. Recently opened in the heart of Madhya Pradesh’s famed tiger country, Bandhavgarh, the resort invites travellers to slow down and experience life in rhythm with the forest. Here, mornings
- [Sri Lanka Withdraws ETA Requirement for Tourists](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sri-lanka-withdraws-eta-requirement-for-tourists/) - Sri Lanka has announced the removal of its Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) requirement for incoming tourists, simplifying entry procedures for international travellers. The Department of Immigration and Emigration confirmed that the directive, effective from October 15, has been withdrawn. As a result, visitors can once again apply for visas following the same procedures that were
- [Lucknow Joins UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network for Gastronomy](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/lucknow-joins-unescos-creative-cities-network-for-gastronomy/) - Lucknow has earned a coveted spot in UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network under the ‘Gastronomy’ category, a global recognition of its centuries-old culinary heritage. The city now joins 407 others worldwide celebrated for integrating creativity into sustainable urban development. Known for its Awadhi cuisine, from the melt-in-your-mouth Galouti Kebab and aromatic biryanis to street favourites like
- [Creative Travel Wins First Ever World Luxury Travel Award](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/creative-travel-wins-first-ever-world-luxury-travel-award/) - Another moment of immense pride for Creative Travel. After last month’s recognitions from the World Travel Awards and the Seven Star Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards, we are honoured to receive our first-ever World Luxury Travel Award as Best Destination Management Company. The 2025 World Luxury Travel Award ceremony was held at the InterContinental Barcelona,
- [Maldives Becomes First Nation to Enforce Generational Tobacco Ban](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/maldives-becomes-first-nation-to-enforce-generational-tobacco-ban/) - The Maldives has become the world’s first country to enforce a generational tobacco ban, prohibiting the sale, purchase, and use of tobacco for anyone born on or after January 1, 2007. Ratified on November 1, 2025, the amendment to the Tobacco Control Act aims to create a tobacco-free generation, with retailers now required to verify
- [Air India Express Launches Direct Trivandrum–Trichy Flights](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-express-launches-direct-trivandrum-trichy-flights/) - Air India Express has introduced a new direct service between Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram) and Trichy (Tiruchirappalli), enhancing air connectivity between Kerala and Tamil Nadu’s key spiritual hubs. Launched on November 1, 2025, the flight operates six days a week, except Mondays from Trivandrum and Tuesdays from Trichy, offering convenience for pilgrims, tourists, and business travellers. The
- [Nautika Pro Unveils India’s First Business-Class Ferry Experience in the Andamans](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/nautika-pro-unveils-indias-first-business-class-ferry-experience-in-the-andamans/) - Nautika Pro has launched India’s first-ever business-class ferry service in the Andaman Islands, transforming inter-island travel into a premium experience. The new 2025 catamaran, the largest in the islands, connects Port Blair, Havelock, and Neil with enhanced speed, comfort, and reliability. The ferry features three service classes: Business, Royal, and Luxury, offering amenities such as
- [Dwarika’s Resort Unveils New Identity as Dwarika’s Sanctuary](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/dwarikas-resort-unveils-new-identity-as-dwarikas-sanctuary/) - Dwarika’s Collection has reintroduced its Dhulikhel retreat as Dwarika’s Sanctuary, marking a renewed vision of Himalayan wellbeing rooted in Buddhist and Vedic healing philosophies. Spread across 22 acres with sweeping mountain views, the Sanctuary has already earned the 2025 Michelin Key for its authenticity and sustainable luxury. From January 2026, the retreat will shift to
- [Homi Jehangir Bhabha: The Visionary Who Reimagined India’s Scientific Future](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/homi-jehangir-bhabha-the-visionary-who-reimagined-indias-scientific-future/) - Homi Jehangir Bhabha’s story reads almost like a quiet revolution, one shaped not by rhetoric, but by intellect, ambition, and a profound belief in India’s scientific potential. Born in 1909 into a distinguished Parsi family in Bombay, Bhabha left for Cambridge to study engineering, only to discover a deeper calling in theoretical physics. His early
- [Netarhat’s New Jungle Safari Puts Jharkhand’s “Queen of Chotanagpur” on the Map](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/netarhats-new-jungle-safari-puts-jharkhands-queen-of-chotanagpur-on-the-map/) - Jharkhand has unveiled an immersive new experience for travellers, the Netarhat Jungle Safari, a project designed to showcase the hidden beauty of one of eastern India’s most underrated hill stations. Long known for its mist-wrapped forests, rolling hills and spectacular sunrise and sunset vistas, Netarhat in Latehar district is now stepping confidently into the spotlight
- [Raga Svara: Where India’s Ancient Wisdom Finds Its Quietest Expression](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/raga-svara-where-indias-ancient-wisdom-finds-its-quietest-expression/) - In the gentle landscapes of Kasturbadham, Raga Svara unfolds like a meditation: serene, intentional, and deeply rooted in India’s wellness heritage. This thoughtfully designed retreat stands apart not through opulence, but through its philosophy: healing is most powerful when nature, silence, and purposeful living meet. Spread across a lush, contemplative campus, Raga Svara draws from
- [Oberoi Rajgarh Palace Opens in Khajuraho, Marking a New Chapter in Madhya Pradesh’s Luxury Tourism](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/oberoi-rajgarh-palace-opens-in-khajuraho-marking-a-new-chapter-in-madhya-pradeshs-luxury-tourism/) - The Oberoi Group has unveiled its newest landmark: The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace in Khajuraho, inaugurated by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav. Celebrating the launch, he noted that the property “reflects the rich heritage of Madhya Pradesh while providing world-class hospitality,” positioning it as a significant addition to the state’s tourism landscape. The leadership of
- [Rajeev Kohli Secures Triple Honour on the Eventex Power List 2025](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/rajeev-kohli-secures-triple-honour-on-the-eventex-power-list-2025/) - We are delighted to announce that our Joint Managing Director, Rajeev Kohli, has won all three honours on the Eventex Power List 2025: The 100 Most Influential People in the Global Events Industry The 50 Most Influential Event Professionals The 50 Most Influential People in the Events Industry in Asia Curated by Eventex, these lists
- [Christmas in India - A Journey through Light, Faith & Festive Spirit](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/christmas-in-india-a-journey-through-light-faith-festive-spirit/) - Christmas in India unfolds like a travel story painted in light, music and warm hospitality. Despite being a minority-observed festival, Christmas here feels remarkably widespread — celebrated in churches and city squares, in small towns and along the coastline, on decorated streets and in homes glowing with paper stars. What begins as a sacred Christian
- [The Alampara, Tamil Nadu: A Secret Coastal Hideaway](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-alampara-tamil-nadu-a-secret-coastal-hideaway/) - On a quiet stretch of Tamil Nadu’s Coromandel Coast, The Alampara feels less like a resort and more like a coastal hideaway discovered by chance and never quite forgotten. Reached via the East Coast Road, it unfurls across 50 acres of backwaters, lagoons and whispering casuarina groves, where sky, sand and water blur into a
- [WelcomHeritage Tadoba Vanya Villas Resort & Spa: un refugio salvaje al borde de la selva](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/welcomheritage-tadoba-vanya-villas-resort-spa-a-wilderness-retreat-at-the-edge-of-the-jungle/) - Ubicado cerca de la puerta Kolara de la reserva de tigres Tadoba Andhari, este resort ofrece un lugar tranquilo para los viajeros atraídos por la vida silvestre, la naturaleza y el lujo discreto. El resort se extiende por densos bosques y praderas, hogar de tigres de Bengala, leopardos indios, osos perezosos, ciervos y una rica
- [Uttarakhand lanzará el «Snow Leopard Tour» para impulsar el turismo de invierno](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/uttarakhand-to-launch-snow-leopard-tour-to-boost-winter-tourism/) - Uttarakhand tiene previsto introducir el «Snow Leopard Tour» como parte de una iniciativa más amplia de turismo de invierno destinada a promover la aventura, la vida silvestre y las experiencias culturales en todo el estado. La iniciativa busca fortalecer las economías locales mediante el apoyo a los alojamientos familiares, los guías locales y las actividades
- [Jetstar confirma vuelos directos entre Melbourne y Colombo a partir de agosto de 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/jetstar-confirms-melbourne-colombo-direct-flights-from-august-2026/) - Jetstar ha anunciado sus primeros servicios directos entre Australia y Sri Lanka, con vuelos sin escalas entre Melbourne y Colombo que comenzarán el 25 de agosto de 2026. El servicio, que estará disponible durante todo el año, operará tres veces por semana, lo que convertirá a Jetstar en la única aerolínea de bajo costo que
- [El aeropuerto de Sindhudurg obtiene la autorización para operar las 24 horas del día en cualquier condición meteorológica](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sindhudurg-airport-cleared-for-round-the-clock-all-weather-operations/) - El aeropuerto de Sindhudurg, situado en la región de Konkan, en Maharashtra, ha recibido la autorización de la Dirección General de Aviación Civil (DGCA) para operar las 24 horas del día en cualquier condición meteorológica, lo que mejora significativamente su capacidad operativa. La autorización permite el movimiento de aeronaves en condiciones de baja visibilidad y
- [IHCL firma un acuerdo para construir un nuevo hotel Taj en Mohali, reforzando su presencia en Punjab](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-signs-greenfield-taj-hotel-in-mohali-strengthening-presence-in-punjab/) - Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) ha anunciado la firma de un acuerdo para construir un nuevo hotel Taj en Mohali, Punjab, lo que supone una expansión estratégica de la marca en uno de los centros urbanos de más rápido crecimiento del estado. Al comentar sobre el desarrollo, Suma Venkatesh, vicepresidenta ejecutiva de Bienes Raíces y
- [El gobierno de Delhi creará una unidad de gestión de proyectos dedicada a impulsar el desarrollo turístico](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/delhi-government-to-set-up-dedicated-pmu-to-boost-tourism-development/) - El Gobierno del Territorio de la Capital Nacional de Delhi ha aprobado la creación de una unidad de gestión de proyectos (PMU) dedicada a reforzar la planificación, la ejecución y la coordinación turísticas en toda la ciudad. La iniciativa tiene como objetivo mejorar la experiencia de los visitantes de Delhi, al tiempo que se acelera
- [Marriott Bonvoy estrena un complejo hotelero de doble marca en Amritsar](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/marriott-bonvoy-debuts-dual-branded-hotel-complex-in-amritsar/) - Marriott Bonvoy ha ampliado su presencia en Punjab con la apertura de un complejo hotelero de doble marca que incluye el Marriott Executive Apartments Amritsar y el Four Points by Sheraton Amritsar, Mall Road. Estratégicamente ubicado cerca de los principales centros de transporte y lugares de interés, el complejo reúne 183 habitaciones y apartamentos en
- [ITC Hotels expande la marca Storii a los principales destinos de vida silvestre de la India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/itc-hotels-expands-storii-brand-to-indias-premier-wildlife-destinations/) - ITC Hotels Limited se dispone a expandir su marca boutique, Storii by ITC Hotels, a los destinos de vida silvestre más famosos de la India, con propiedades previstas en Jawai, Ranthambore, Dhari Gir y Sasan Gir. La iniciativa tiene como objetivo ofrecer experiencias inmersivas en la naturaleza, al tiempo que se destaca el carácter distintivo
- [Sonam Lhosar: il Capodanno lunare nepalese del rinnovamento e della determinazione (19 gennaio 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sonam-lhosar-nepals-lunar-new-year-of-renewal-and-resolve-19th-january-2026/) - Nelle pieghe himalayane del Nepal, il tempo non scorre semplicemente, ma viene onorato. Sonam Lhosar segna il Capodanno delle comunità Tamang e Hyolmo, radicato nell'antico calendario lunare e plasmato da secoli di filosofia buddista tibetana. La parola Lho significa anno, Sar significa nuovo, ma Sonam Lhosar non riguarda solo gli inizi. Riguarda l'allineamento: con la
- [Magh Bihu: celebrare insieme la fine del raccolto (15 gennaio 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/magh-bihu-honouring-the-end-of-the-harvest-15th-january-2026/) - Il Magh Bihu non è solo uno spettacolo, ma anche calore, fuochi accesi nei camini, pasti condivisi e gratitudine sussurrata alla terra. Celebrata in Assam, questa festa del raccolto segna il culmine dell'anno agricolo, quando i granai sono pieni e il terreno può godersi un momento di riposo. Storicamente, il Magh Bihu affonda le sue
- [Magh Bihu : célébrer ensemble la fin des récoltes (15 janvier 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/magh-bihu-honouring-the-end-of-the-harvest-15th-january-2026/) - Magh Bihu n'est pas seulement synonyme de spectacle, mais aussi de chaleur, de feux de cheminée, de repas partagés et de gratitude murmurée à la terre. Célébrée en Assam, cette fête des récoltes marque l'aboutissement de l'année agricole, lorsque les greniers sont pleins et que la terre peut se reposer un moment. Historiquement, Magh Bihu
- [Sonam Lhosar : le Nouvel An lunaire népalais, symbole de renouveau et de détermination (19 janvier 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sonam-lhosar-nepals-lunar-new-year-of-renewal-and-resolve-19th-january-2026/) - Dans les replis himalayens du Népal, le temps ne se contente pas de s'écouler, il est célébré. Sonam Lhosar marque le Nouvel An des communautés Tamang et Hyolmo, ancré dans l'ancien calendrier lunaire et façonné par des siècles de philosophie bouddhiste tibétaine. Le mot Lho signifie « année » et Sar signifie « nouveau »,
- [Sonam Lhosar: Nepals Mondneujahr der Erneuerung und Entschlossenheit (19. Januar 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sonam-lhosar-nepals-lunar-new-year-of-renewal-and-resolve-19th-january-2026/) - In den Himalaya-Bergen Nepals vergeht die Zeit nicht einfach nur, sondern wird geehrt. Sonam Lhosar markiert das Neujahrsfest der Tamang- und Hyolmo-Gemeinschaften, das auf dem alten Mondkalender basiert und von der jahrhundertealten tibetisch-buddhistischen Philosophie geprägt ist. Das Wort „Lho” bedeutet „Jahr”, „Sar” bedeutet „neu”, doch bei Sonam Lhosar geht es nicht nur um Neuanfänge. Es
- [Magh Bihu: Gemeinsam das Ende der Ernte feiern (15. Januar 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/magh-bihu-honouring-the-end-of-the-harvest-15th-january-2026/) - Magh Bihu ist nicht nur ein Spektakel, sondern auch eine Zeit der Wärme, des gemütlichen Beisammenseins am Kaminfeuer, gemeinsamer Mahlzeiten und der Dankbarkeit gegenüber dem Land. Dieses Erntefest wird in Assam gefeiert und markiert den Höhepunkt des landwirtschaftlichen Jahres, wenn die Kornspeicher voll sind und der Boden eine Pause einlegen kann. Historisch gesehen hat Magh
- [Sonam Lhosar: O Ano Novo Lunar do Nepal, de renovação e determinação (19 de janeiro de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sonam-lhosar-nepals-lunar-new-year-of-renewal-and-resolve-19th-january-2026/) - Nas dobras do Himalaia, no Nepal, o tempo não passa simplesmente; ele é honrado. Sonam Lhosar marca o Ano Novo das comunidades Tamang e Hyolmo, enraizado no antigo calendário lunar e moldado por séculos de filosofia budista tibetana. A palavra Lho significa ano, Sar significa novo, mas Sonam Lhosar não se trata apenas de
- [Magh Bihu: Honrando o fim da colheita, juntos (15 de janeiro de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/magh-bihu-honouring-the-end-of-the-harvest-15th-january-2026/) - Magh Bihu chega não apenas com espetáculo, mas com calor, lareiras acesas, refeições compartilhadas e gratidão sussurrada à terra. Comemorado em Assam, este festival da colheita marca o culminar do ano agrícola, quando os celeiros estão cheios e o solo tem um momento de descanso. Historicamente, o Magh Bihu tem suas raízes nas antigas práticas
- [Sonam Lhosar: el Año Nuevo Lunar de Nepal, sinónimo de renovación y determinación (19 de enero de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/sonam-lhosar-nepals-lunar-new-year-of-renewal-and-resolve-19th-january-2026/) - En los pliegues del Himalaya de Nepal, el tiempo no solo pasa, sino que se honra. Sonam Lhosar marca el Año Nuevo de las comunidades tamang y hyolmo, arraigado en el antiguo calendario lunar y moldeado por siglos de filosofía budista tibetana. La palabra Lho significa año, Sar significa nuevo, pero Sonam Lhosar no se
- [Magh Bihu: honrando juntos el final de la cosecha (15 de enero de 2026)](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/magh-bihu-honouring-the-end-of-the-harvest-15th-january-2026/) - Magh Bihu no solo llega con espectáculo, sino también con calidez, chimeneas encendidas, comidas compartidas y gratitud susurrada a la tierra. Celebrado en Assam, este festival de la cosecha marca la culminación del año agrario, cuando los graneros están llenos y la tierra puede descansar un momento. Históricamente, Magh Bihu tiene sus raíces en las
- [Pandit Ravi Shankar: Quando l’India Trovò la Sua Voce Globale](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pandit-ravi-shankar-when-india-found-its-global-voice/) - Alcuni artisti si esibiscono. Altri traducono le culture. Pandit Ravi Shankar fece qualcosa di davvero raro: portò l’anima della musica classica indiana oltre confini, lingue e generazioni, senza mai comprometterne la profondità. Nato nel 1920 a Varanasi, la prima parte della vita di Ravi Shankar fu plasmata dal viaggio e dalla tradizione. Dopo anni di
- [Pandit Ravi Shankar : Quand l’Inde Trouva Sa Voix Universelle](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pandit-ravi-shankar-when-india-found-its-global-voice/) - Certains artistes se produisent. D’autres traduisent les cultures. Pandit Ravi Shankar accomplit quelque chose de véritablement rare : il transporta l’âme de la musique classique indienne à travers les frontières, les langues et les générations, sans jamais en altérer la profondeur. Né en 1920 à Varanasi, la jeunesse de Ravi Shankar fut façonnée par le
- [Pandit Ravi Shankar: Als Indien Seine Globale Stimme Fand](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pandit-ravi-shankar-when-india-found-its-global-voice/) - Manche Künstler treten auf. Andere übersetzen Kulturen. Pandit Ravi Shankar vollbrachte etwas wahrlich Seltenes: Er trug die Seele der indischen klassischen Musik über Grenzen, Sprachen und Generationen hinweg – ohne ihre Tiefe jemals zu verwässern. Geboren 1920 in Varanasi, wurde Ravi Shankars frühes Leben von Reisen und Tradition geprägt. Nach Jahren internationaler Auftritte als Tänzer
- [Pandit Ravi Shankar: Quando a Índia Encontrou Sua Voz Global](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pandit-ravi-shankar-when-india-found-its-global-voice/) - Alguns artistas se apresentam. Outros traduzem culturas. Pandit Ravi Shankar realizou algo verdadeiramente raro: levou a alma da música clássica indiana através de fronteiras, idiomas e gerações, sem jamais diluir sua profundidade. Nascido em 1920, em Varanasi, a vida inicial de Ravi Shankar foi moldada por viagens e tradição. Após anos se apresentando no exterior
- [Pandit Ravi Shankar: Cuando India Encontró Su Voz Global](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pandit-ravi-shankar-when-india-found-its-global-voice/) - Algunos artistas interpretan. Otros traducen culturas.Pandit Ravi Shankar hizo algo verdaderamente excepcional: llevó el alma de la música clásica india a través de fronteras, idiomas y generaciones, sin diluir jamás su profundidad. Nacido en 1920 en Varanasi, la vida temprana de Ravi Shankar estuvo marcada por el viaje y la tradición. Tras años de presentaciones
- [L'inverno, reso commestibile: i dolci rituali indiani del freddo](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/winter-made-edible-indias-sweet-rituals-of-the-cold/) - Gli inverni indiani si annunciano silenziosamente: attraverso mattinate nebbiose, luce solare attenuata e dolci che compaiono solo quando l'aria diventa fredda. Non si tratta di piaceri quotidiani. Sono rituali stagionali, preparati con intenzione, condivisi con calore e ricordati a lungo dopo che l'inverno è finito. C'è il rewri, il cui guscio di zucchero chiaro si
- [L'hiver, rendu comestible : les rituels sucrés de l'Inde pendant la saison froide](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/winter-made-edible-indias-sweet-rituals-of-the-cold/) - Les hivers indiens s'annoncent discrètement : à travers les matins brumeux, la lumière tamisée du soleil et les sucreries qui n'apparaissent que lorsque l'air se refroidit. Il ne s'agit pas de gourmandises quotidiennes, mais de rituels saisonniers, préparés avec soin, partagés avec chaleur et dont on se souvient longtemps après la fin de l'hiver. Il
- [Der Winter, essbar gemacht: Indiens süße Rituale der Kälte](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/winter-made-edible-indias-sweet-rituals-of-the-cold/) - Der indische Winter kündigt sich leise an: durch neblige Morgen, sanftes Sonnenlicht und Süßigkeiten, die nur erscheinen, wenn die Luft kalt wird. Das sind keine alltäglichen Genüsse. Es sind saisonale Rituale, die mit Bedacht zubereitet, mit Herzlichkeit geteilt und noch lange nach dem Ende des Winters in Erinnerung bleiben. Da ist Rewri, dessen helle Zuckerschale
- [Inverno, tornando-se comestível: os rituais doces da Índia no frio](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/winter-made-edible-indias-sweet-rituals-of-the-cold/) - Os invernos indianos anunciam-se silenciosamente: através de manhãs enevoadas, luz solar suave e doces que só aparecem quando o ar fica frio. Não se trata de indulgências diárias. São rituais sazonais, preparados com intenção, partilhados com calor humano e lembrados muito depois do inverno ter terminado. Há o rewri, com sua casca pálida de açúcar
- [El invierno, hecho comestible: los dulces rituales de la India para combatir el frío](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/winter-made-edible-indias-sweet-rituals-of-the-cold/) - Los inviernos indios se anuncian silenciosamente: a través de mañanas brumosas, luz solar suave y dulces que solo aparecen cuando el aire se vuelve frío. No se trata de caprichos cotidianos, sino de rituales estacionales, preparados con intención, compartidos con calidez y recordados mucho después de que el invierno haya terminado. Está el rewri, cuya
- [Dwarika's Sanctuary, Nepal: una nuova definizione di rifugio himalayano](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/dwarikas-sanctuary-nepal-a-cool-himalayan-escape-redefined/) - Una nuova identità radicata nel lusso consapevole Immerso nelle tranquille colline di Dhulikhel, in Nepal, il Dwarika's Resort si è evoluto nel Dwarika's Sanctuary, una destinazione che ridefinisce il lusso attraverso il benessere, la natura e uno stile di vita consapevole. Questo rebranding segna il passaggio da resort a santuario olistico, progettato per i viaggiatori
- [Dwarika's Sanctuary, Népal : une nouvelle définition de l'évasion himalayenne](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/dwarikas-sanctuary-nepal-a-cool-himalayan-escape-redefined/) - Une nouvelle identité ancrée dans le luxe conscient Niché dans les collines paisibles de Dhulikhel, au Népal, le Dwarika's Resort est devenu le Dwarika's Sanctuary, une destination qui redéfinit le luxe à travers le bien-être, la nature et un mode de vie conscient. Ce changement d'image marque le passage d'un simple complexe hôtelier à un
- [Dwarika's Sanctuary, Nepal: Eine coole Himalaya-Oase neu definiert](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/dwarikas-sanctuary-nepal-a-cool-himalayan-escape-redefined/) - Eine neue Identität, verwurzelt in achtsamem Luxus Eingebettet in die ruhigen Hügel von Dhulikhel, Nepal, hat sich das Dwarika's Resort zum Dwarika's Sanctuary entwickelt – einem Reiseziel, das Luxus durch Wellness, Natur und bewusstes Leben neu definiert. Dieses Rebranding markiert den Wandel von einem Resort zu einem ganzheitlichen Zufluchtsort, der für Reisende konzipiert ist, die
- [Dwarika's Sanctuary, Nepal: Um refúgio refrescante nos Himalaias redefinido](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/dwarikas-sanctuary-nepal-a-cool-himalayan-escape-redefined/) - Uma nova identidade enraizada no luxo consciente Aninhado nas tranquilas colinas de Dhulikhel, no Nepal, o Dwarika's Resort evoluiu para o Dwarika's Sanctuary — um destino que redefine o luxo através do bem-estar, da natureza e de uma vida consciente. Essa reformulação da marca marca uma mudança de um resort para um santuário holístico, projetado
- [Dwarika's Sanctuary, Nepal: una nueva definición de escapada al Himalaya](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/dwarikas-sanctuary-nepal-a-cool-himalayan-escape-redefined/) - Una nueva identidad basada en el lujo consciente Ubicado en las tranquilas colinas de Dhulikhel, Nepal, el Dwarika's Resort se ha convertido en el Dwarika's Sanctuary, un destino que redefine el lujo a través del bienestar, la naturaleza y la vida consciente. Este cambio de imagen marca el paso de ser un resort a convertirse
- [Tattva Spa – Dove gli elementi della Terra trovano equilibrio dentro di te](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tattva-spa-where-earths-elements-find-balance-within-you/) - In un mondo che corre veloce, la Tattva Wellness Spa ci invita a fermarci. Il suo nome deriva dall'antica credenza orientale dei cinque Tattva: Prithvi (terra), Jal (acqua), Agni (fuoco), Vayu (aria) e Akash (spazio). Questo santuario onora l'equilibrio come il cuore pulsante del benessere. Crede che l'armonia tra questi elementi non sia solo filosofia,
- [Tattva Spa – Où les éléments terrestres trouvent leur équilibre en vous](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tattva-spa-where-earths-elements-find-balance-within-you/) - Dans un monde qui avance à toute vitesse, le Tattva Wellness Spa nous invite à faire une pause. Il tire son nom de l'ancienne croyance orientale des cinq Tattvas : Prithvi (terre), Jal (eau), Agni (feu), Vayu (air) et Akash (espace). Ce sanctuaire honore l'équilibre comme le cœur même du bien-être. Il considère que l'harmonie
- [Tattva Spa – Wo die Elemente der Erde Ihr inneres Gleichgewicht finden](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tattva-spa-where-earths-elements-find-balance-within-you/) - In einer Welt, die sich immer schneller dreht, lädt uns das Tattva Wellness Spa dazu ein, inne zu halten. Benannt nach dem alten östlichen Glauben an die fünf Tattvas: Prithvi (Erde), Jal (Wasser), Agni (Feuer), Vayu (Luft) und Akash (Raum). Dieser Zufluchtsort würdigt das Gleichgewicht als Herzstück des Wohlbefindens. Er glaubt, dass die Harmonie zwischen
- [Tattva Spa – Onde os elementos da Terra encontram equilíbrio dentro de você](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tattva-spa-where-earths-elements-find-balance-within-you/) - Em um mundo que corre para frente, o Tattva Wellness Spa nos convida a fazer uma pausa. Seu nome é inspirado na antiga crença oriental nos cinco Tattvas: Prithvi (terra), Jal (água), Agni (fogo), Vayu (ar) e Akash (espaço). Este santuário honra o equilíbrio como o coração do bem-estar. Ele acredita que a harmonia entre
- [Tattva Spa: donde los elementos de la Tierra encuentran el equilibrio dentro de ti](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/tattva-spa-where-earths-elements-find-balance-within-you/) - En un mundo que avanza a toda velocidad, Tattva Wellness Spa nos invita a hacer una pausa. Su nombre proviene de la antigua creencia oriental en los cinco Tattvas: Prithvi (tierra), Jal (agua), Agni (fuego), Vayu (aire) y Akash (espacio). Este santuario honra el equilibrio como el latido del bienestar. Cree que la armonía entre
- [Quando il sole gira verso nord: la stagione del rinnovamento in India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/when-the-sun-turns-north-indias-season-of-renewal/) - Gennaio non arriva silenziosamente in India. Si annuncia attraverso il fuoco, il grano e il cielo, attraverso feste che onorano la terra e le persone che la coltivano. Lohri, Makar Sankranti e Pongal segnano questo momento di transizione, quando il raccolto è stato mietuto e l'anno ricomincia da capo. Lohri risplende nel cuore dell'inverno. Si
- [Quand le soleil tourne vers le nord : la saison du renouveau en Inde](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/when-the-sun-turns-north-indias-season-of-renewal/) - Le mois de janvier n'arrive pas discrètement en Inde. Il s'annonce par le feu, les céréales et le ciel, à travers des festivals qui honorent la terre et ceux qui la cultivent. Lohri, Makar Sankranti et Pongal marquent ce moment de transition, lorsque la récolte est rentrée et que l'année recommence. Lohri brille au cœur
- [Wenn die Sonne nach Norden wandert: Indiens Zeit der Erneuerung](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/when-the-sun-turns-north-indias-season-of-renewal/) - Der Januar kommt in Indien nicht still und leise. Er kündigt sich durch Feuer, Getreide und Himmel an, durch Feste, die das Land und die Menschen ehren, die es bewirtschaften. Lohri, Makar Sankranti und Pongal markieren diesen Moment des Übergangs, wenn die Ernte eingebracht ist und das Jahr wieder von vorne beginnt. Lohri leuchtet im
- [Quando o sol se volta para o norte: a estação da renovação na Índia](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/when-the-sun-turns-north-indias-season-of-renewal/) - Janeiro não chega silenciosamente na Índia. Ele se anuncia através do fogo, dos grãos e do céu, através de festivais que honram a terra e as pessoas que a cultivam. Lohri, Makar Sankranti e Pongal marcam esse momento de transição, quando a colheita é feita e o ano começa a se renovar. Lohri brilha no
- [Cuando el sol gira hacia el norte: la temporada de renovación de la India](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/when-the-sun-turns-north-indias-season-of-renewal/) - Enero no llega silenciosamente a la India. Se anuncia a través del fuego, los cereales y el cielo, a través de festivales que honran la tierra y a las personas que la cultivan. Lohri, Makar Sankranti y Pongal marcan este momento de transición, cuando se recoge la cosecha y el año comienza a girar una
- [Milieu 2025: una celebrazione della famiglia Creative](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/milieu-2025-a-celebration-of-the-creative-family/) - Milieu 2025 è stata una sincera celebrazione delle persone, dei percorsi e dei tanti momenti che uniscono la famiglia Creative. Più che un semplice incontro annuale, è stata un'occasione per riflettere su chi siamo: una comunità affiatata che cresce, festeggia e si sostiene a vicenda in ogni fase della vita. Il pomeriggio si è svolto
- [Milieu 2025 : une célébration de la famille Creative](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/milieu-2025-a-celebration-of-the-creative-family/) - Milieu 2025 était une célébration sincère des personnes, des parcours et des nombreux moments qui rassemblent la famille Creative. Plus qu'un simple rassemblement annuel, cet événement reflétait notre identité : une communauté soudée qui grandit, célèbre et se soutient mutuellement à chaque étape. L'après-midi s'est déroulé dans une ambiance chaleureuse et énergique, alors que nous
- [Milieu 2025: Eine Feier der Creative-Familie](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/milieu-2025-a-celebration-of-the-creative-family/) - Milieu 2025 war eine herzliche Feier der Menschen, ihrer Lebenswege und der vielen Momente, die die Creative-Familie zusammenbringen. Es war mehr als ein jährliches Treffen, es war ein Spiegelbild dessen, wer wir sind: eine eng verbundene Gemeinschaft, die wächst, feiert und sich in jeder Lebensphase gegenseitig unterstützt. Der Nachmittag verlief warmherzig und energiegeladen, als wir
- [Milieu 2025: Uma celebração da família Creative](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/milieu-2025-a-celebration-of-the-creative-family/) - O Milieu 2025 foi uma celebração sincera das pessoas, das jornadas e dos muitos momentos que unem a família Creative. Mais do que um encontro anual, foi um reflexo de quem somos: uma comunidade unida que cresce, celebra e se apoia mutuamente em cada etapa. A tarde transcorreu com calor e energia, enquanto comemorávamos os
- [Milieu 2025: Una celebración de la familia creativa](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/milieu-2025-a-celebration-of-the-creative-family/) - Milieu 2025 fue una sincera celebración de las personas, los viajes y los muchos momentos que unen a la familia creativa. Más que una reunión anual, fue un reflejo de quiénes somos: una comunidad muy unida que crece, celebra y se apoya mutuamente en cada etapa. La tarde transcurrió con calidez y energía, mientras celebrábamos
- [Kheer – Una Tradizione Silenziosa, Cotta con Dolcezza](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kheer-a-quiet-tradition-gently-cooked/) - Il kheer ha da sempre un posto speciale nelle cucine indiane. Viene preparato durante le festività e offerto nelle preghiere, ma è altrettanto presente nei pasti familiari più semplici. Preparato con latte, riso e tempo, il kheer rappresenta abbondanza e cura. La lenta cottura del latte e dei cereali permette ai sapori di intensificarsi, dando
- [Kheer – Une Tradition Discrète, Doucement Cuisinée](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kheer-a-quiet-tradition-gently-cooked/) - Le kheer a toujours occupé une place particulière dans les cuisines indiennes. Il est préparé pour les fêtes et offert lors des prières, tout en étant également présent lors de repas familiaux simples. Composé de lait, de riz et de temps, le kheer symbolise l’abondance et l’attention. La cuisson lente du lait et des grains
- [Kheer – Eine stille Tradition, sanft gekocht](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kheer-a-quiet-tradition-gently-cooked/) - Kheer hat seit jeher einen besonderen Platz in indischen Küchen. Es wird zu Festen zubereitet und bei Gebeten dargebracht, ist jedoch ebenso Teil einfacher Familienmahlzeiten. Aus Milch, Reis und Zeit hergestellt, steht Kheer für Fülle und Fürsorge. Durch das langsame Köcheln von Milch und Getreide vertiefen sich die Aromen und es entsteht ein Dessert, das
- [Kheer – Uma Tradição Silenciosa, Cozida com Calma](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kheer-a-quiet-tradition-gently-cooked/) - O kheer sempre ocupou um lugar especial nas cozinhas indianas. É preparado para festivais e oferecido durante orações, mas também está presente nas refeições familiares mais simples. Feito com leite, arroz e tempo, o kheer representa abundância e cuidado. O cozimento lento do leite e dos grãos permite que os sabores se aprofundem, criando uma
- [Kheer – Una Tradición Silenciosa, Cocinada con Calma](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/kheer-a-quiet-tradition-gently-cooked/) - El kheer siempre ha ocupado un lugar especial en las cocinas de la India. Se prepara para festividades y se ofrece durante las oraciones, pero también está presente en las comidas familiares más sencillas. Elaborado con leche, arroz y tiempo, el kheer representa abundancia y cuidado. La cocción lenta de la leche y los granos
- [Virgin Atlantic to Increase London Heathrow–Bengaluru Flights from January 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/virgin-atlantic-to-increase-london-heathrow-bengaluru-flights-to-11-weekly-from-january-2026/) - Virgin Atlantic has announced an expansion of its London Heathrow–Bengaluru service, increasing frequencies from seven to eleven flights per week between January and March 2026. The enhanced schedule reflects the airline’s continued focus on strengthening air connectivity between the UK and India, while also improving onward access through Heathrow to North America. The additional services
- [Shankh Air Set to Begin Operations in January 2026; Focus on Uttar Pradesh Connectivity](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/shankh-air-set-to-begin-operations-in-january-2026-focus-on-up-connectivity/) - Uttar Pradesh is set to welcome a new airline this year, with Shankh Air preparing to commence operations in the second half of January 2026. Founded by entrepreneur Shravan Kumar Vishwakarma, the airline is among three new carriers recently cleared by the central government, a move aimed at increasing competition in India’s aviation sector. Shankh
- [Uttarakhand’s Pithoragarh Unveils Its First Dedicated Astro-Tourism Observatory](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/pithoragarh-inaugurates-its-first-dedicated-astro-tourism-observatory/) - Pithoragarh has taken a significant step towards science-led and sustainable tourism with the inauguration of its first dedicated Astronomical Observatory. Established by the District Tourism Department in partnership with Starscapes Experiences Pvt. Ltd., the facility was inaugurated by Uttarakhand’s Tourism Minister, Satpal Maharaj. The launch marks a milestone in positioning Pithoragarh as an emerging astro-tourism
- [Project Cheetah Gains Momentum as India’s Cheetah Population Reaches 30](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/project-cheetah-gains-momentum-as-indias-cheetah-population-reaches-30/) - India’s ambitious cheetah reintroduction programme recorded steady progress in 2025, with Madhya Pradesh’s Kuno National Park witnessing the birth of 12 cubs during the year. Despite the loss of three cubs, the total cheetah population in the country has now reached 30, signalling growing stability for the species after its extinction in India nearly 70
- [IHCL Debuts Taj Paro Resort & Spa, Expanding Bhutan Presence with CG Hospitality](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/ihcl-debuts-taj-paro-resort-spa-expanding-bhutan-presence-with-cg-hospitality/) - Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has expanded its footprint in Bhutan with the opening of Taj Paro Resort & Spa, developed in partnership with CG Hospitality Global. The launch builds on a collaboration spanning over two decades and reflects IHCL’s continued focus on strengthening its presence across the Indian subcontinent. Located in the serene Paro
- [Central India’s National Parks Enforce Smartphone Ban During Safaris](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/central-indias-national-parks-enforce-smartphone-ban-during-safaris/) - Several national parks across Central India have introduced a strict ban on the use of smartphones during wildlife safaris, marking a significant shift in safari protocols aimed at minimising disturbance to animals and preserving the sanctity of the forest experience. Under the new guidelines, visitors may carry mobile phones only if they are switched off
- [India Welcomes Two New Entrants to Its Aviation Landscape](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-clears-two-new-airlines-amid-indigo-disruptions/) - The Civil Aviation Ministry has granted initial clearance to two new carriers, Al Hind Air and Fly Express, following widespread flight cancellations by IndiGo that highlighted limited competition in India’s domestic aviation sector. Both airlines received a “no-objection certificate” this week, allowing them to begin preparations for commercial operations. Al Hind Air, promoted by Kerala-based
- [Noida International Airport to Be Inaugurated in January 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/noida-international-airport-to-be-inaugurated-in-january-2026/) - Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced that Noida International Airport at Jewar will be inaugurated in January 2026. Once operational, it will become the state’s fifth international airport and a key aviation hub in northern India. The airport is being developed as a greenfield project under a public-private partnership and is set to
- [Moxy Hotels Launches First Property in Kathmandu](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/moxy-hotels-launches-first-property-in-kathmandu/) - Moxy Kathmandu has opened its doors in Durbarmarg, a vibrant hub for business and entertainment in the Nepalese capital. Located just 15 minutes from Tribhuvan International Airport, the hotel offers easy access to cultural landmarks such as Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Stupa, and the lively Thamel district, making it an ideal base for travellers seeking both
- [Delhi Airport Named Best in India and South Asia for 2025](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/delhi-airport-named-best-in-india-and-south-asia-for-2025/) - Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) has been recognized as the Best Airport in India and South Asia at the 2025 World Airport Awards, securing the title for the seventh consecutive year. Ranked as the ninth busiest airport globally, IGIA connects over 150 domestic and international destinations. The airport features modern terminals with multi-level parking,
- [India Achieves Milestone with Cheetah Reintroduction](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/india-achieves-milestone-with-cheetah-reintroduction/) - India marked a significant moment in wildlife conservation with the successful reintroduction of cheetahs, nearly seven decades after the species disappeared from the country. Project Cheetah, launched three years ago, aims to restore cheetahs to suitable habitats and revive ecosystems where they once thrived, reinforcing India’s commitment to biodiversity preservation. The initiative saw the arrival
- [Gujarat Reclaims ‘Tiger State’ Status After 33 Years](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/gujarat-reclaims-tiger-state-status-after-33-years/) - Gujarat has officially regained its 'Tiger State' status after more than three decades, following confirmation from the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) of a resident tiger in Ratanmahal Wildlife Sanctuary, Dahod district. This milestone transforms Gujarat into the only Indian state where tigers, leopards, and Asiatic lions coexist in the wild. The breakthrough began in
- [Air India Express to Start Direct Varanasi–Bangkok Flights from February 2026](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/air-india-express-to-start-direct-varanasi-bangkok-flights-from-february-2026/) - Air India Express will begin weekly non-stop flights between Varanasi and Bangkok starting February 1, 2026, enhancing air connectivity between eastern Uttar Pradesh and Thailand. With this launch, Varanasi becomes the fifth Indian city served directly by the airline to Bangkok, alongside Bengaluru, Lucknow, Pune, and Surat. The new route aims to improve travel options
- [Lucknow to Launch India’s First Urban Night Safari at Kukrail Forest](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/lucknow-to-launch-indias-first-urban-night-safari-at-kukrail-forest/) - Lucknow is set to introduce India’s first urban night safari at the Kukrail Forest Area, transforming the city’s green belt into a major eco-tourism destination. Inspired by Singapore’s model, the initiative aims to provide structured nocturnal wildlife experiences within an urban setting while maintaining conservation priorities. The Kukrail Night Safari will allow visitors to observe
- [The Westin Jaipur Kant Kalwar Resort & Spa Strengthens Rajasthan’s Luxury Tourism](https://www.southasiatraveljournal.com/the-westin-jaipur-kant-kalwar-resort-spa-strengthens-rajasthans-luxury-tourism/) - The Westin Jaipur Kant Kalwar Resort & Spa has opened its doors, marking Manglam Group’s entry into the luxury hospitality sector. Located at the foothills of the Aravallis, the resort spans nine acres and integrates eco-friendly design, sustainability measures, and wellness-focused amenities, offering a premium experience for both domestic and international travellers. Developed with an

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