Anil Kumarsingh Gayan, Minister of Tourism, Mauritius, said that while there was potential for tourism exchanges between India and Mauritius, inadequate connectivity between the two countries continues to pose a challenge.

Bali Binge – 10 things to do on this Indonesian island if 48 hours all you’ve got

With 80,000 Indian visitors last year, Mauritius has set an objective of increasing the number to 120,000 in two years by expanding not only the segment of tourism, but also going beyond the metros to tier II markets in India, says Arvind Bundhun, director, Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MPTA).

Though mostly known for its beaches, the Indonesian island of Bali also offers immersive experiences among volcanoes, majestic temples, and glistening rice paddies.

We attended two shows based on the Ramayana in two Indonesian cities. Here’s a report.

A tour of the Merapi Lava in jogjakarta, Indonesia, unearth many stories of sorrow and the residents’ close ties with nature Musiuk Sisa Hartaku — the words read.

The Indian Ocean republic of Mauritius celebrated its golden jubilee of Independence here. The Independence Day parade and cultural show, reflecting the life and history of Mauritius was held at Champ de Mars Racecourse, Port Louis.

Anil Gayan, Minister of Tourism, Mauritius, has said the Mauritian government is keen to see Indian airline companies looking at Mauritius as an opportunity to do business with in the wake of relationships between both countries “blossoming” in recent times.

As Mauritius prepares to usher in the 50th anniversary of its Independence, President of India, Ram Nath Kovind is here as chief guest for today’s celebrations, reaffirming the strong bilateral ties between the two countries.

As we landed in Mauritius, a pearly drop in the Indian Ocean, striped flags fluttered gaily in the untamed tropical breeze. In vast fields that stretched from mountain to sea, sugarcane stalks swayed in celebration as we joined 1.3 million Mauritians commemorate 50 years of Independence since British rule, earlier this March 12. Immigration officer Read More …