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With right development and PM Modi’s focus, Lakshadweep can turn into a global attraction

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Lakshadweep has put the serene Indian archipelago in focus. Through the images posted on his social media accounts, PM Modi highlighted this cluster of inhabited uninhabited islands with pristine beaches, clean waters and stunning views is second to none to any beach destinations in the world. This region with one of the best literacy rates in the country could and should easily have been one of the biggest tourism attractions of the world.

Saudi Arabia is transforming. You need to be there to see it

Saudi Arabia’s transition under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is widely spoken about. There is immense buzz about the country ever since MBS (as he’s popularly referred to) took over. From signing top football players, undertaking ambitious projects such as The Line at Neom, Economic city at Jeddah to allowing women to drive, go out without male companion, attend sports events and concerts and making head scarves optional – Saudi Arabia has caught global attention.

This is the decade and century of Indian traveller

This is the decade and century of Indian travellers, asserted Santosh Kumar, country head, Indian sub-continent at Booking.com. He was releasing a travel report that talked about how and where the world, especially Indians are headed. Travel industry stalwart Ankush Nijhawan of tbo.com stressed among all the markets, India has emerged as one of the fastest growing post-pandemic and Indian travel contingents among the most sought-after groups.

Mohammed bin Salman’s vision 2030 for Saudi Arabia – a tech driven, socially, economically and culturally transformed Kingdom

On the sidelines of the G20 Leader’s Summit and state visit of Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman, the ministry of media, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia hosted a Media Oasis. This exhibition was to showcase transformation and achievements made in various projects under Vision 2030, an initiative of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia aimed towards the diversification of the country – economically, socially, and culturally.

Spread across 12 pavilions, this event was not any other cosmetic activity

Australian state Queensland deserves praise for celebrating 2023 as the Year of Accessible Tourism to welcome travellers with impairment

Australian state Queensland’s declaration of 2023 as the Year of Accessible Tourism stands apart and deserves a special mention. Along with people of all colour, creed, orientation, beliefs and nationalities, people of all abilities will also be able to explore and enjoy the destination. This is a significant statement as for once a destination is making a global appeal to reach out to people with disabilities, old age travellers and parents travelling with infants.

Restaurant industry – One of India’s biggest employment and revenue generators – needs a dedicated ministry

At a dinner, while showcasing his new menu, in between explaining a dish and pointing at happy diners, a restaurateur remarked food and beverage industry is the biggest entertainment industry in the country. He asserted it far surpasses cricket and Bollywood. He explained when happy, people eat out, if they’ve had a long day, they order in. Birthdays, promotions, celebrations, mourning, hookup, breakup… restaurants are a setting for every occasion and emotion.

He wasn’t wrong.