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Heritage
at stake?
Recently, the ancient ruins of Hampi in Karnataka were taken
off the list of world heritage sites that are in danger, after
a UN committee felt it was "no longer under threat"
following reduction in motor traffic around the site and the
decision not to proceed with a planned shopping centre there.
Anupama Sushil tries to find out whether all is well with
the other sites and their status regarding maintenance. Or
is our heritage in the danger zone?
Inspiring
Asia, inspiring India
That it is the power of Asia that rules today's global economy
was made plenty clear during the two days of the 7th Abacus
International Conference 2007 held in Kota Kinabalu, East
Malaysia, from September 5 - 8. By Reema Sisodia
Scandinavia:
Picture postcard perfect
While opining that one would need to write a book to do justice
to describing each of the places worth visiting in the Scandinavian
countries, Sanjay Yalavatti outlines why the destination is
immensely primed to occupy mindshare of the Indian outbound
traveller
Kota
Kinabalu gains from TAFI 2007 Convention
If one would closely analyse the recently concluded Travel
Agent's Federation of India (TAFI) Convention 2007 in Kota
Kinabalu, East Malaysia, the event proved to be a complete
`advantage Malaysia' event.
Tourism
Australia confident of receiving more Indians
India is becoming a strong market for inbound tourism from
Australia with honeymoon, family, and the incentives segment
on its radar. By Sanjeev Bhar in Jaipur
Tackling
global challenges
The Indian Association of Tour Operators attempted to tackle
the most pressing issues concerning the travel trade at their
annual convention held in New Delhi this year. Under the umbrella
of Global Challenges, the focus was on situations and events
posing a serious threat to the steady development of tourism.
By Andrea Lopez
Plan
and predict
At a time when India is witnessing an exponential growth,
it is essential to have a master plan that will enable the
industry to foresee and act accordingly.
Glimpses
beyond the Iron Curtain
A new world of culture emerges as Eastern Europe grapples
with economic reforms post the fall of Communism, providing
visitors with glimpses of its historical, architectural and
natural beauty. By Gayatri Vijaykumar
Pristinely
Orissa
Of isolated beaches, exotic birds, giant turtles and fearsome
crocodiles, these group of islands in the unfrequented coastal
area of Orissa have some of the most fabulous beaches in the
country that still haven't been invaded by tourists
WOWing
the Fair Lady
There are very few travel companies that conduct all-women
tours to cater to the Indian woman who is ready to conquer
the world on her own. By Reema Sisodia
Mystery
of the Maya
Spas are not incidental to leisure properties today but form
their very foundation, and Radisson Plaza Resort & Spa,
Kumarakom is doing it differently to establish itself as a
destination spa. By Neeti Mehra
A
(w)hole new business opportunity
In June, something unusual happened at the Taj group of hotels
in the Nilgiris. Some 60 golfers from different parts of the
country assembled on the lawns of Taj Garden Retreat, Coonoor,
and Taj Savoy, Ooty, to tee off among themselves in the picturesque
golf courses in the district. This was part of the first-ever
initiative of the Taj group to promote golf tourism.
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