India’s maritime ambitions received a significant boost on Monday as Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, flagged off cruise operations at the newly built Mumbai International Cruise Terminal (MICT)—the country’s largest cruise terminal—at Ballard Pier. Developed under the Cruise Bharat Mission, MICT is a futuristic facility designed …
The Jamaica Tourism Industry is rising fast as the island witnesses a strong third and fourth quarter. Jamaica is nearing 2.5 million total visitors for 2024, when considering both stopover and cruise arrivals. It’s a record-breaking total for the island, part of a broader plan to reach 5 million total …
Discover the World is thrilled to announce its new partnership with AmaWaterways, a premier luxury river cruise line, to expand its presence in the Indian market. This strategic alliance aims to introduce Indian travelers to the unparalleled experience of river cruising with AmaWaterways, known for its exceptional service, innovative ship …
To boost tourism the Madhya Pradesh government has mapped an innovative strategy for 2024. Besides introducing new elements, the government plans to revamp and broaden the existing schemes to add more vibrancy to the sector. Cruise tourism, all-women rides, safety of women, wellness and rural vacations will be an integral …
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways and AYUSH Shri Sarbananda Sonowal flagged off the maiden voyage of the vessel Costa Serena, the first International Cruise Liner in India from Mumbai. Speaking at the occasion Shri Sarbananda Sonowal said, “The launch of Costa Cruises’ domestic sailings in India thus is a …
One of the three projects that has been launched is the Vizag International Cruise Terminal. It was created by the Visakhapatnam Port with a 96.05 crore rupee investment, of which 50% was provided by the Tourism Ministry. This VICT is capable of handling cruise ships with up to 2,000 passengers. …
Costa Serena will provide a total of 23 voyages from 2 to 5 days from November 2023 to January 2024, visiting Mumbai, Cochin, Goa, and, for the first time ever, the stunning Lakshadweep islands. Indian visitors can experience an international vacation while receiving warm Italian hospitality; gastronomy and entertainment will …
With today’s Indian travellers exploring novel and non-traditional avenues in their quest for greater value from their travel experiences, the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) brought together some of the leading minds in the tourism and lifestyle industries, to share their perspectives on the rapidly-changing market at its ‘Cruise & MICE …
‘Hello, Hong Kong!’ Resorts World One commenced her maiden voyage today from the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal for a weekend high-seas cruise, after arriving in Hong Kong on 8 March 2023. The 13-deck Resorts World One is the first cruise ship to restart cruises in Hong Kong with a year-round …
There’s a luxurious new way to cruise through Vietnam’s Halong Bay, Paradise Vietnam owns the most luxurious cruises in Vietnam, confirming its leading position in the luxury cruise industry. Pioneering in the Indian market to redefine luxury and create brand awareness, Paradise Vietnam selects IRIS Reps as its India representative to …
