KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 — If you’re planning to fly with Malaysia Airlines or AirAsia soon, double-check how your name appears on your ticket — it now has to match your ID exactly, down to the last letter. Both airlines have rolled out new booking name policies in an effort to reduce check-in hassles and […]
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Kampala, Uganda — This week, Uganda opened its much-anticipated Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo, a vibrant celebration that brings together people passionate about exploring and sharing the country’s rich culture and breathtaking landscapes. Over three exciting days, the event aims to inspire more travelers to discover the heart and soul of Uganda. Ugandan Prime Minister […]
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In a moving show of solidarity, nearly 100 travel agencies and partners from Kolkata have come together to launch the “Chalo Kashmir” initiative—an emotional call to action to support the people of Kashmir and help revive its struggling tourism industry after the recent Pahalgam attack. These Kolkata-based agencies, which together facilitate travel for nearly 400,000 […]
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Srinagar, May 13 — After days of silence and uncertainty, the familiar sound of aircraft engines returned to the skies over Srinagar on Tuesday, bringing with it a sense of relief and renewed hope. Flight operations at Srinagar Airport officially resumed following a tense period of suspension triggered by regional security concerns. An official at […]
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After weeks of anxious waiting and uncertainty, flight operations at Srinagar International Airport are finally set to resume today. The welcome news comes after the temporary suspension of services at 32 airports across the country, including Srinagar, due to heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. A senior airport official confirmed to Kashmir News Observer (KNO) […]
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As tensions between India and Pakistan reach a critical point, the ripple effects are being felt not just in geopolitical circles—but in the everyday lives of thousands of travelers, families, and workers across the region. Under the shadow of Operation Sindoor, 27 airports across northern, western, and central India have been shut down until 5:29 […]
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Srinagar, – If you were planning to catch a flight out of Srinagar today, you’ll need to pause those plans. In a sudden move, Srinagar Airport has temporarily shut down all civilian flight operations for the day. Director of the airport, Javed Anjum, confirmed early this morning, “The airfield is closed, and no civil flights […]
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PASIR MAS – For Malaysian travellers heading to Thailand, the journey just got a whole lot smoother—and they’re loving it. Since May 1, the Thai government has rolled out its new Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), replacing the old-school paper forms once needed at immigration counters. The digital card allows visitors to submit personal and […]
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SRINAGAR, Apr 21: As the breathtaking tulip blooms begin to fade, the Tulip Garden will close its doors to the public starting the evening of April 24. This marks the end of a glorious 30-day bloom season. The decision to close the garden comes as the blooms dip below 10 percent, a threshold expected to […]
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Malaysia is dreaming big — and confidently so. With a warm smile and strong optimism, Tourism Malaysia’s Director-General Datuk Manoharan Periasamy has announced an ambitious goal: to welcome 45 million visitors in 2025. This isn’t just a number plucked from the air. Datuk Manoharan draws hope from last year’s impressive 38 million tourist arrivals and […]
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