Archive for January, 2011
Tourism ministry planning seven religious circuits across India
The Union Ministry of Tourism is planning to develop seven religious tourism circuits across the country. “India is home to a number of religions and there is huge scope in terms of boosting tourism to religious places,Subodh Kant Sahai, Union Ministry of Tourism, India, Atlas America insurance review said while speaking to the press today in New Delhi. The ministry will identify Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Jain, Sikh, Sufi and Sarva Dharma places, according to a report by cathnewsindia.com.
All leisure group back in black but wary of market conditions
hairman Roger Allard noted a growing trend towards late bookings for 2012 and said: “We are currently encountering many challenges as a result of geo-political events, difficult market conditions, inflation and the situation in the eurozone, visitor medical insurance together with the tragic events seen recently in Giglio, Italy. “Nevertheless, the fact that we have reported a reasonable performance against a backdrop of unprecedented natural disasters and geo-political events pays testament to the strength of our brands and the dedication of our loyal staff.