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E-tourist visa extended to 37 more countries from Friday
The hugely successful e-Tourist Visa facility will be extended to 37 more nations, from Friday, taking the total count of countries under the scheme to 150.
Checklist of things you should ‘NOT’ forget before your adventure trip
If you are someone who is planning for a time of thrill, here is a list of some of the must-dos before you start off your fun adventure trip.
Kashmir housefull: Tourists with nowhere to go
The last two years has seen tourists returning to Kashmir in droves, especially foreign tourists. Even Bollywood has come back. Now there are just not enough hotel rooms for all of them.
Sponsored Story: Best of entertainment on British Airways
British Airways has now added Hindi films to its repertoire of entertainment options in-flight, for those who demand a visual treat to entertain themselves through a long flight.
Westminister Abbey to get memorial for Narnia author CS Lewis
"Chronicles of Narnia" creator CS Lewis will be honored next year with a memorial stone in Poets' Corner at Westminster Abbey in central London, the abbey said on Thursday.
British scientists test futuristic 'Star Trek' classrooms
Scientists designing and testing what they hope might become the classroom of the future have found that "Star Trek"-style multi-touch, multi-user desks can boost children's maths skills.
Britain's top theatre director Michael Grandage aims to bring in more audience
One of Britain's top directors Michael Grandage is targeting the next generation of theatre-goers by offering one quarter of all tickets to his upcoming, star-studded season for 10 pounds ($16) each, a fraction of what they would normally cost.
Sports bars and Olympic-themed brunches in London
London is a sports lover's paradise just before it hosts the Olympics.
Off the beaten track: Top ten tourist destinations of 2013
Here's a list of the top ten tourist destinations of 2013.
Britain prepares for coldest winter in 100 years
Councils are gearing up for what could be Britain's coldest winter in 100 years, as sub-zero temperatures and snow follow days of downpours that have devastated large parts of the country.
British Airways plans to streamline terminals at Heathrow airport
British Airways plans to bring all of its London Heathrow flights together into two terminals, streamlining passenger transfers for connections to the rest of the UK and Europe.
Tallinn, land of startups and Skype, is making an epic transformation
Tallinn, Estonia, is now firmly on the tourist map with more than 3 million people visiting Estonia every year. With a rich medieval history, the city is also steeped in is its tech savvy culture and has reputation as the ‘land of start ups’.
Bacchanalian pleasures in the French town of Bordeaux
Kalpana Sunder talks about her Bordeaux experience which was much like tasting the Cabernets, Semillons and Merlots: ripe with rich experiences and a languid finish that kept her wanting more.
Spain Bull run 2012 sees two injured but no one gored
While many runners suffered minor cuts and bruises, only two persons received medical treatment, one for a bruised back and another for facial contusions.
A train ride through Athens and the changes of Greece
A Greek citizen working abroad takes a familiar train ride through the unfamiliar terrain of a struggling economy.
All's not lost in Greece; a weekend in Paros tells you why
Paros and Santorini are breathtaking examples of why debt or any other crisis cannot keep people away from Greece for long.
Last minute Olympic plans? Here are some cheap London stays
A list of ten affordable accommodation options in London that are still available during the Olympics.
How Palak Paneer invaded Helsinki
Finland boasts of at least two dozen Indian restaurants that serve mouth-watering palak paneer, chole-naan, kadi-pakora, butter chicken and other delicacies.
How to go broke and still be happy in Singapore
The Asian financial and business centre has undergone a makeover in recent years and it is now also a playground for Asia's rich where sleek skyscrapers meet quaint shops.
Bagels, Tintin and cream cheese: Food and thought in Brussels
Brussels has long been defined by trade. Once it was a crossroads where silk and tapestries changed hands. Now it's the capital of Europe for the exchange of ideas and extremely tough negotiations, especially of late.
Bulgogi, jazz and history, your 48 hours in Seoul
Seoul - a city of ten million - is an amalgamation of a modern high-tech metropolis retaining the legacy of age old traditions.
Damp bomb shelters now trendy Shanghai hot spots
Old bomb shelters turned into quirky bars are the latest toasts of the Shanghai nightlife.
Lost in the Palace of the Lost City? Have a great time!
The Palace of the Lost City resort is both visually stunning and effortlessly engaging.
Eating the food cart street in a New York afternoon
This round-the-world trip can be completed in an afternoon, costs less than $100 and comes with hot sauce.
How to make the best of a weekend in San Francisco
With its striking cityscapes and an eclectic offering of food, arts and culture, San Francisco captivates travelers and residents alike.
Shopping, Clubbing, Ambience: A weekend in Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia's second-largest city, is a vibrant metropolis packed with cultural attractions, historical sites and charming back lane cafes.
Remains of Shakespeare's Curtain Theatre found
Archaeologists say they have discovered the remains of an Elizabethan theater where some of William Shakespeare's plays were first performed.
Hallstatt remade in China, Austria not amused
A $940 million Chinese clone of one of Austria's most picturesque villages, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hallstatt, recently opened its doors to visitors in the southern Chinese province of Guangdong amidst some controversy.