Switzerland, France lead as top Schengen visa issuers for Indians; Germany closes behindWith summer travel approaching, Indian travellers are advised to plan their Schengen visa applications strategically due to high demand. Sw...
26 May, 2025, 11.41 AM IST
Indian tourist arrivals to Germany jump to 8.6% amid rising visa demand, flight connectivityGermany is becoming a popular destination for Indian tourists. There is an increase in flights and visa applications. The German National T...
16 Apr, 2025, 05.34 PM IST
France is no longer Europe's most romantic destination. This country takes the crownSwitzerland has overtaken France as Europe’s most romantic destination, according to a European Waterways study. The ranking considered fin...
01 Apr, 2025, 07.09 PM IST
World’s best cities for foodies in 2025 revealed by Time Out; settles Mumbai vs Delhi food fightTime Out has released its list of the best cities for food lovers, with New Orleans topping the survey of over 18,500 participants, thanks ...
18 Mar, 2025, 11.26 AM IST
Travelling to Europe this year? Keep these 4 big changes in mindIn 2025, key changes include Rome’s Jubilee, drawing 39 million pilgrims, Venice’s new entry fee for day-trippers, and Paris Metro fare inc...
12 Mar, 2025, 06.50 PM IST
Indians will have to pay 15% more for their international trip this summerRising hotel prices and a depreciated rupee have made international vacations for Indians notably more expensive by 15%-20% this summer. Wh...
27 Feb, 2025, 12.46 PM IST
Why was my Schengen visa rejected?European vacations are increasingly popular among Indians, but obtaining a Schengen visa remains challenging. Common reasons for rejection ...
27 Sep, 2024, 09.49 AM IST
Barcelona trip on mind? Be prepared to pay higher tourism taxBarcelona plans to increase its tourist tax to €4 per night from the current €3.25 starting October 2024, aiming to generate €20 million mo...
03 Jul, 2024, 12.57 PM IST
Indians spent over €12 million in rejected Schengen visa applications last yearIn 2023, Indians faced high rejection rates for Schengen visas, resulting in a loss of €12.1 million. Schengen states rejected 1.6 million ...
26 Jun, 2024, 02.54 PM IST
Delays in Schengen visa appointment prompt Indians to change course to Georgia, JapanFor the third consecutive year, delays in Schengen visa appointments have led Indian travelers preparing for their summer vacations to expl...
20 May, 2024, 12.25 PM IST
Indians in UAE to enjoy lower fares and faster Schengen visa processing timeIndian residents in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) planning trips to Europe can now benefit from more affordable airfares and faster proces...
08 Jan, 2024, 05.51 PM IST
Tourist tax & visa relaxations: Countries that made travel easy in 2023, and those that didn'tAs the new year approaches, travelers heading to Schengen countries may face increased costs, with various European destinations implementi...
24 Dec, 2023, 05.22 PM IST
Braving rising flight fares and visa delays Indians want to travel this summerWhile Europe remains on top choice list, a nagging problem with visa delays have also seen the rise of many alternate destinations, especia...
07 Apr, 2023, 07.37 PM IST
Eastern Europe getting popular on the radar of Indian travellersSome travel service providers have registered a 25-30% jump in bookings for Eastern Europe this year and destinations like Czech Republic, ...
05 Nov, 2018, 06.46 PM IST
A visit to Spain will leave you spoilt for choice. Here's how to make the most of itThe mesmerising nation is dotted with places to visit and will transport the discerning traveller to a dream-like world.
28 Dec, 2017, 06.33 PM IST
Bengaluru tops online visa applications list: SurveyIT hub Bengaluru tops the list of cities in terms of online visa applications, with 22% contribution, followed by Mumbai and Delhi, accordi...
27 Jul, 2015, 10.47 PM IST
Jump, trek, hike and surf to seek thrilling holidaysMake this summer vacation a memorable one, as your family and you jump, trek, hike and surf through the beautiful landscapes, mountains and...
03 Apr, 2014, 04.00 AM IST