Religious Tourism
Could halal-friendly destinations draw Malaysian tourists to China?
In a bid to boost its pandemic-stricken tourism sector, Chinese tourism professionals seek to draw in Malaysian tourists with halal-friendly travel packages.
Royal Commission for AlUla signs new partnership with Petra National Trust
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) signed for a collaborative new partnership with the Petra National Trust (PNT).
SriLankan Airlines treats young monks to a special airport tour
SriLankan Airlines brought smiles to the faces of young Buddhist monks or Samaneras with a special guided tour of the Bandaranaike International Airport.
‘Spiritual Tourism on a growth trajectory in India’: KPMG and PHDCCI report
KPMG in India and PHDCCI have released a report titled – “Sacred journeys: Unfolding the evolution and growth of pilgrimage and spiritual tourism in India” at PHDCCI’s 1st Global Spiritual Tourism Conclave.
World Islamic Tourism Conference scheduled for September
Global experts in the field of Islamic tourism make their way to Malaysia next month for the fourth World Islamic Tourism Conference (WITC).
HUFI Expo 2024 India set to revolutionise Hajj and Umrah travel segment in India
The Hajj and Umrah Forum of India (HUFI) Expo 2024 India is set to revolutionize the Hajj and Umrah pilgrimage travel segment for Indians by bringing together the Hajj and Umrah travel trade market under one roof.
Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah, opens all 4 towers offering 1,121 keys for international Umrah travellers
Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah, Saudi Arabia’s newest luxury hotel, has officially opened all four of its towers, welcoming pilgrims from around the world.
Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah unveils accommodations for Umrah Travellers from India
Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah, Saudi Arabia’s newest luxury hotel, has officially opened all four of its towers, welcoming pilgrims from around the world.
Hajj 2024: International SOS encourages organisations to prioritise pilgrim health and safety with new precautions
The annual Hajj pilgrimage, a global gathering attracting over 1.8 million participants last year1, is expected to take place in Saudi Arabia from 14 to 19 June 2024
Religious Tourism on the Rise: Madhya Pradesh welcomes over 11 Crore Visitors in 2023
Renowned for its rich cultural heritage, glorious history, breathtaking natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and spiritual experiences, Madhya Pradesh welcomed over 11 crore (110 million) tourists in 2023, setting a new record for the state.
The Buddhist Circuit connecting Sanchi to Bodhgaya and Sarnath is being developed
The Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board is developing a Buddhist Circuit to attract Buddhist pilgrims around the globe. The circuit will connect Sanchi and other destinations in the state with Bodhgaya and Sarnath, two major centres of Buddhism of the country.
As Pope announces historic 2025 Jubilee, expert warns 20 million extra visitors will flock to Rome
The Pope is publishing a Papal Bull proclaiming 2025 will be an historic Jubilee year. Last held in the year 2000, the tradition, which dates back to 1300, will see 30 million people visit Rome for a series of events and celebrations.
RITES executes redevelopment of Ayodhya Dham Jn. Railway Station
RITES Ltd., a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, executed the redevelopment of the Ayodhya Dham Jn. railway station.
EaseMyTrip launches holiday packages and direct buses to Ayodhya
EaseMyTrip.com has unveiled its latest holiday packages to Ayodhya and Varanasi and direct buses to prominent religious destination, Ayodhya.
Cleartrip and Flipkart Travel bet big on Spiritual Tourism
Amid the flourishing rise of spiritual tourism in India, Cleartrip, a Flipkart company, announces the launch of ‘Darshan Destinations’.
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