For unexplored getaways, Bosnia and Herzegovina is the third best choice
Sairaj Iyer Bosnia and Herzegovina may not be a common tourist place but it has certainly been one underrated in the tourism avenue. The country along with Armenia and Georgia came to be discussed as one among the top new-age-destinations commonly discussed by customers for a vacation or a short-visit at the recently concluded Travel and Tourism Expo at Mumbai. Formerly referred to as Yugoslavia, the country was the centre-stage to events such as political unrest, clashes and even a war prior to 1990s. Sadly these negative things have stayed on in people’s minds, but the beautiful country with its warm and affectionate people have been forgotten. Referring to an incident, Dr. Sabit Subasic, H.E, the Ambassador of Bosnia & Herzegovina ...
Kerala eyes 7.5% growth in foreign tourists in FY17
The Dollar Business Bureau Considering the surge in inbound tourism, Kerala is looking at a growth of 7.5% in tourist arrivals from international markets in the current financial year, with major focus on culture, adventure and Ayurveda. “In January-September 2016 period, the state received 7,38,515 foreign tourists and 9,24,125 domestic tourists, a growth of 5.61% and 6.01%, respectively, compared to the same period in 2015,” Kerala Tourism Department Tourist Information Officer Shine KS told PTI. The overall growth was 5.98% till September 2016, with 1.19 lakh tourists visiting the state termed as 'Gods Own Country', he added. Looking at the current trend, the state, overall in the FY 2016-17, is expecting 7.5% growth in the influx of international tourists, with an increase in 6.5% ...
New tourism policy all set to make India a preferred destination
The Dollar Business Bureau The Tourism Ministry is in the process of formulating a national tourism policy with the aim of positioning India as a “must see” destination for global travellers. The policy will encourage Indians to explore their own country and realise the potential of tourism as a major engine for economic growth. It will also generate employment. The government has asked for suggestions to prepare the draft of a new National Tourism Policy, 2015. A draft policy, based on inputs/suggestions received from stakeholders, eminent personalities and experts in the field of tourism, state governments and Union Territory administrations has been uploaded on the official websites of the ministry, www.incredibleindia.org and www.tourism.gov.in. The new policy will be prepared after re-visiting the ...
