Latest Travel Highlights | July 2022

1) Singapore Airlines to Expand Flight Operations From Hyderabad, Chennai, and Kochi

Singapore Airlines is all set to expand its services from Kochi starting on the 2nd of August. In Chennai, the services will become 17 times weekly; in Hyderabad, the operation will increase from daily-11 times a week. This will double the number of flights flying out of Chennai, Kochi, and Hyderabad. Additionally, the airline has revealed a special fare for travel from Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Hyderabad, and Kochi to locations around Asia.

2) Rajasthan Ready to Promote Border Tourism

The centre has voluntarily agreed to the Rajasthan tourism department's suggestion to build the Shree Tanot complex in Jaisalmer as a tourist destination. The centre has approved a budget of Rs. 17.67 crores for the enhancement of the area's infrastructure and tourism-related activities. The BSF (Border Security Force) will also host a weapon display, a documentary screening, and a picture exhibition at the Operations Base in Jaisalmer as part of tourism-related events.

3) Casinos and Cannabis- The Newest Attractions From Thailand

According to reports, Thailand is preparing to launch entertainment centers with licensed casinos, which will be built in all Prime Thai cities. This move will substantially contribute to growing the country's economy and revitalizing the tourism sector in Thailand. With this, Thailand has become the first ever Asian nation to decriminalize Cannabis.

4) “Lollapalooza Music Festival” to Be Held In Mumbai, India In 2023

In January 2023, Mumbai, India, will play host to Lollapalooza, one of the most prestigious music festivals in the world. So buckle up and get ready to take part in the first-ever world's biggest music festival next year.

5) Virtual RoadShow To Be Held In Italy Soon

To develop ties and grow the tourism industry, the Ministry of Tourism has made the decision to organize a virtual roadshow in partnership with the Indian Mission overseas. With the Italy edition of the Incredible India Reconnect 2022 virtual roadshow, India's varied and distinctive tourism offerings were on exhibit on July 26.