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Shinju Matsuri starts in Broome from Sep 2
September 1 (TravelAndy): Shinju Matsuri (festival of the pearl) has always been a festival based on Broome’s unique community spirit, cultural diversity and vibrant history.
The festival celebrates the four diverse cultures which have come together in Broome over the past century for pearls: Japanese, Malaysian, Chinese and Indigenous Australian.
Shinju Matsuri will always encapsulate the values of the Broome community, running annually since 1970. Continue reading Shinju Matsuri starts in Broome from Sep 2
Going to the Scottish International Airshow?
August 30 (TravelAndy): Visitors to the Scottish International Air Show are in for an ‘udderly’ fantastic treat when they arrive at the Ayrshire event this weekend.
One of VisitScotland’s distinctive herd of Highland Cow vans – coo vans called Hamish, Heather, Morag and Archie – will be making a special appearance at Ayr Low Green on 2nd to 3rd September to help ensure the hundred thousand spectators to the air spectacle receive a warm welcome.
With its stunning location overlooking the picturesque Firth of Clyde and Isle of Arran, around 120,000 spectators are expected at this year’s Scottish International Air Show. The highlights of this year’s show include the RAF’s supersonic Typhoon fighter as well as a formation of WW2 American Mustangs with the Red Arrow providing the spectacular finale on Sunday afternoon. The Kelpie Maquettes will also be making an appearance at the event, which is now in its fourth year. Continue reading Going to the Scottish International Airshow?
Kolkata-Bali quickest connection by AirAsia
August 21 (TravelAndy): Indonesia AirAsia will start flights from Kolkata to Bali from October 2, 2017, the airline has said.
The flight will have a stopover at Kuala Lumpur, but the airline said passengers would not need to change aircraft. [ALSO READ: Indonesia visa for Indians]
This will be the fastest connection between the two places and give a great boost to tourism. [AlSO READ: Bali is set to become the next Bangkok for Indians] Continue reading Kolkata-Bali quickest connection by AirAsia
Vistara offers tickets starting from INR799
August 8 (TravelAndy): Indian full service airline Vistara is offering 48 hours sale with fares starting from INR799.
Booking under this offer is valid till August 9, 2017, 23.59 hours, for a travel period of August 23, 2017 to April 19, 2018, said the airline.
The lowest fare is applicable for the Jammu-Srinagar route, operated by the airline. Continue reading Vistara offers tickets starting from INR799
Indonesia: Stage set for Tomohon flower fest
August 7 (TravelAndy): Tomohon, in central Indonesia, is all set to host the annual international flower festival from August 8 to August 12, 2017.
The festival will feature several engaging activities like street parade at the main streets of Tomohon on Aug. 8, a beauty pageant contest, the Tournament of Flowers and a flower exhibition.
“The parade will showcase flower-themed outfits created by local and national designers,” tourism ministry’s Archipelago marketing development deputy Esthy Reko Astuti told the Jakarta Post. Continue reading Indonesia: Stage set for Tomohon flower fest
GoAir: 24-hour sale with tickets from INR1014
August 1 (TravelAndy): Indian low-cost carrier GoAir is offering discounts on all-in one way fares with tickets starting from INR1014.
This is a 24-hour offer. Booking will open August 2, 2017, and remain effective till midnight.
This offer is valid for travel till September 30, 2017. Continue reading GoAir: 24-hour sale with tickets from INR1014
Krakatau festival at Lampung from Aug 21
July 14 (TravelAndy): Lampung, a province in Sumatra, Indonesia, will host its annual Krakatau Lampung Festival from August 21 to 27.
The festival showcases the culture and tradition of the province of Lampung to the visitors.
The festival will have several events including an art market, tour of Mount Anak Krakatau and beach parties on the Tangkil and Mutun beaches. Continue reading Krakatau festival at Lampung from Aug 21
TruJet offers tickets starting from INR802
July 10 (TravelAndy): TruJet is offering discounts with all-in one-way tickets starting from INR802.
Booking under this offer is available till July 12, 2017, midnight, for a travel period of July 15 to September 15, 2017.
The airline is offering this discount as part of its second anniversary celebrations. Continue reading TruJet offers tickets starting from INR802
Qatar Airways to fly to Prague & Sohar
July 7 (TravelAndy):Qatar Airways is launching two new destinations by the end of August 2017, which are: Sohar, Sultanate of Oman and Prague, Czech Republic.
The airline has confirmed the start of its new service between Doha and Sohar with three-weekly flights beginning August 8, 2017, while the service between Doha and Prague will operate on a daily basis from August 21, 2017.
“We are accelerating our global expansion plans by expediting the launch of these two new destinations. Qatar Airways is committed to connecting more people to more places,” said Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive, Qatar Airways. Continue reading Qatar Airways to fly to Prague & Sohar
Vistara offers tickets from INR799
July 6 (TravelAndy): Vistara has announced a discount on its domestic network with all-in one-way air fares starting from INR799, said the airline.
Booking under this offer is open only till July 7, midnight, it is a two day offer that has opened today.
The offer is valid for a travel period of July 21 to September 20. 2107. Continue reading Vistara offers tickets from INR799
Batik Air to start three India-Indonesia flights
July 3 (TravelAndy): Indonesian airline Batik Air, a subsidiary of Lion Air, will launch three new flights from Indonesia to India in this month, media reports said.
The flights will operate on Chennai-Kuala Namu, New Delhi-Jakarta and Mumbai-Denpasar routes. (Also read: Indonesia (Bali) visa for Indians)
The New Delhi-Jakarta flight will mark the first direct air connectivity between the two capital cities. Continue reading Batik Air to start three India-Indonesia flights
SpiceJet offers tickets from INR699
June 29 (TravelAndy): Indian low cost carrier SpiceJet has announced one-way all-inclusive fares starting from INR699, on non stop flights operating on its domestic network.
Booking for this offer is open till July 4, 2017, midnight, for a travelling between July14 to March 24, 2018.
The lowest fare is applicable for its nonstop flights covering routes like Jammu – Srinagar, Srinagar -Jammu, Guwahati – Agartala, Agartala – Guwahati, and Aizwal- Guwahati amongst others. Continue reading SpiceJet offers tickets from INR699