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The Cannes film festival is a goldmine for many locals in the French Riviera resort with hotel prices rocketing as much as five times for the fortnight. (Photo: AFP)

Cannes Film Festival's crazy boost to the local economy

With everyone looking to make a quick buck, here is how the Cannes Film Festival accounts for nearly a sixth of the...

13 May 2019 8:06 PM IST

$Its a pilot experience\ aimed at preserving cultural heritage while facilitating visits to tourists. (Photo: AFP)$ Life

Machu Picchu will have limited tourist access

Peru: Access of tourists to Machu Picchu will be limited.

13 May 2019 12:11 PM IST

Beth Moses, chief astronaut instructor, describes her flight into space while on stage with Virgin Galactic founder Sir Richard Branson (right), during an event announcing the companys move to New Mexico. (Photo: AP)

Space tourism to be a reality any day now

Virgin Galactic moves to new a base, re-locating pilots and engineers, entering the 'home stretch' toward commercial...

11 May 2019 1:17 PM IST

Mount Everest braces for potentially the busiest year yet on the worlds highest peak, prompting concerns about overcrowding and safety. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Everest set to face busiest year yet amid safety concerns

Everest braces for record year of mountaineering amid overcrowding fears.

11 May 2019 11:06 AM IST

The weather is probably the most important success factor in the areas under the Northern Lights oval, where there are visible Northern Lights on up to 80% of all clear nights. (Photo: Alankar Chandra) (Photo: Alankar Chandra)

Northern Lights: Celestial grandeur in the lap of nature

A colourful dance show in its full glory and grandeur.

10 May 2019 4:54 PM IST

The limit is designed to protect the delicate sandstone environment and create a peaceful solitude. (Photo: AP)

Dramatic hiking spots in US to see bigger crowds

US agency considers more visitors to popular hiking spot.

10 May 2019 9:45 AM IST

Tourism is the main source of hard currency in Tanzania, known for its beaches, wildlife safaris and Mount Kilimanjaro, which has three volcanic cones. (Photo: Representationa/Pixabay)

Cable car on Mount Kilimanjaro to boost tourism

Tanzania plans to put cable car for Mount Kilimanjaro; tourism expected to boost 50 per cent.

8 May 2019 11:40 AM IST

If you want to sprinkle in a few restaurant meals, research your options. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Ways to make your road trip memorable

If you are planning on a road trip in a recreational vehicle (RV) here are ways to make it better.

8 May 2019 11:02 AM IST

Large greenhouses in the gardens of Sch¶nbrunn Palace, which is one of the most important architectural, cultural and historical monuments in Austria. (Photo: Pixabay)

Heritage diaries: Exploring the new and old Vienna

Exploring the beautiful, Baroque Vienna along with its contemporary, stimulating urban structures and public spaces.

3 May 2019 7:57 PM IST

This summer, KAYAK looked through its data and identified the top trending destinations that are family-friendly, such as Houston, Boston, Los Angeles, Melbourne and Toronto. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

US, Canada, Australia top the charts for family-friendly destinations

US, Canada, Australia most trending family-friendly international destinations this summer: Report.

3 May 2019 3:28 PM IST

A similar Star Wars park is also opening at Disney World in Florida at the end of August. (Photo: AFP)

Fans rush to experience new series at Disneyland Star Wars Park

Fans snatch up reservations to experience the attraction based on the iconic film series.

3 May 2019 9:43 AM IST

He explains that Ive landed in Bankot, and Im lucky to have missed the beaches up ahead that swallow swimmers whole.

Nomad tales: Baba of Bankot

The sun is never kind in a Maharashtrian summer, but on the water, the sea around me amplifies it.

3 May 2019 1:44 AM IST