Check out the latest news and updates about the travel and tourism industry from around the world.
1. Chardham Yatra 2024: Thousands stranded due to massive traffic jams in Uttarakhand
Following the high demand for Chardham Yatra Tour Packages 2024, the influx of 25 lakh+ pilgrims has caused massive traffic jams along all the different routes leading to the temple. Higher tourist influx for summer vacations and negligence from Chardham Yatra management authorities have led to this chaos. Roads to popular destinations like Nainital, Bhimtal, Mussoorie, etc. are seeing hour-long traffic congestion, resulting in visitors cancelling their travel plans to these Himalayan destinations.
2. Visa Updates:
UAE tightens Dubai Visit Visa Rules: Several Visitors being denied boarding at Indian Airports
According to new Dubai Visa rules, Indian travellers will have to face tightened immigration norms by the UAE Cabinet. As instructed by the UAE, airlines are enforcing guidelines requiring visitors to carry proof of hotel booking in Dubai (proof of accommodation, in general) and at least 3,000 dirhams, along with return flight tickets requirement. With these strict rules, hundreds of job seekers travelling on visit visas are being detained at Indian airports.
Visa-free group travel deal between India and Russia likely on the table in 2024
Strengthening bilateral ties between Moscow and New Delhi ‘to boost tourism through the facilitation of visa-free group tourist exchanges, enhancing cultural and economic ties between the two nations’, talks are likely to be held for visa-free travel likely by the end of 2024. Even in 2023, about 3.7 million Indians visited the Russian capital with a Russia Visa for Indians.
‘Early Bird Gets the Worm’: 44% Increase in Schengen Visa Applications leads to slots shortage
As the European summer fever grips the world, Indian travellers are facing challenges to secure a Schengen Visa application interview anytime soon due to the tourist surge. From 2022 to 2023, Schengen Visa applications have risen from 6.7 lakh to 9.7 lakh. Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) VP, Anil Kalsi says, “Appointments for Schengen Visa interviews are simply unavailable with the majority of Schengen countries. If you plan to travel to Europe this summer, the earliest appointment date for Germany and Italy is in July. This is making life very difficult for travellers.”
It is recommended to take the help of an expert travel agency, to increase your Schengen Visa approval charges slightly. Also, make your cheap hotel bookings in advance to not face availability issues later.
Become a Digital Nomad with Türki̇ye’s Digital Nomad Visa
Can’t leave work but want to explore stunning views of hot air balloons and volcanic rocks with Türkiye Tour Packages? Digital Nomads can easily initiate the Digital Nomad Pre-Application on their dedicated platform- Digital Nomad GoTürkiye. Use the Digital Nomad Identification Certificate to quickly process your Turkey visa at the consulate.
Check the Türki̇ye’s Digital Nomad Visa eligibility and the documents required for the same beforehand.
UAE Cabinet announces 10-year Blue Residence Visa for individuals with exceptional contributions to environmental protection
In a recent bid to empower sustainability, the UAE Cabinet is rolling out a 10-year Blue Residence Visa for ‘individuals who have made exceptional contributions to environmental protection’. Prime Minister Mohammed bin Rashad commented on the scheme saying, “The sustainability of our economy has become linked to the sustainability of our environment, and our national directions in this area are clear and consistent.”
Individuals can apply for this long-term residency visa on their own or can be nominated by respective authorities for the same. If you are not eligible for this visa type, you can apply for a Dubai Visa online and explore Dubai.
3. Bark Air: Now travel with your Furry Friend by your side with this new Airline
From selling dog food to selling out an aviation experience for canines. Bark Air will let passengers and pets travel together in the cabin instead of in the aircraft cargo. “We are excited to take the insights we’ve learned over the years to create an experience that is truly dog-first, which is drastically different from just accepting dogs – from the ground to the skies,” Bark co-founder and CEO Matt Meeker said in April. “We believe this initiative will elevate awareness of our brand’s mission and values, introduce more dog lovers to the Bark family, and help enrich the lives of dogs and their people around the world.”
The first flight will fly from New York to Los Angeles and is already sold out. The number of flights will increase following an increase in demand for this special flight.
4. India jumps to 39th Position on the World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Development
The recent annual report of World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Development 2024, created with the University of Surrey ranks India in the 39th position. It is an improvement from the previous 54th position (2021) and the highest in South Asia and among low-middle-income economies. There has been a steady demand for India Tour Packages as it is fairing well across various factors like cost, transport, infrastructure, etc. The United States is at the top of the list followed by Spain, Japan, France, etc.
5. Planning a Singapore Trip? Masks out in the City-State as Covid cases rise
Planning to visit Singapore? Before you apply for a Singapore Visa online, the island nation is seeing a new wave of Covid-19 infections. The JN.1 variant and its subs have already claimed 30,000 cases. While there are no stringent border controls yet, the Ministry of Health has strongly advised testing, use of masks in crowded places and other precautionary measures.
6. Red-Alert for Kerala: IMD issues Heavy Rainfall and Thunderstorm Warnings in Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki and other Districts
As per the weather bulletin, IMD has issued red and orange alerts, expecting heavy showers in certain districts of Kerala till the weekends. Areas of Alappuzha, Pathanamthitta, Ernakulam, Kottayam and Idukki have received warnings of extreme rainfall and thunderstorms. The department has also suggested avoiding travelling and rescheduling your flights to Kerala amidst the rain.
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