From splendid meals and services to a highly trained cabin crew, Garuda Indonesia offers an authentic Indonesian experience like no other.
Embarking upon its 70 years in the aviation industry, Garuda Indonesia is the official flag carrier of the largest archipelago nation—Indonesia. Started off in 1949, the airline today carries more than 25 million passengers in a year to over 40 domestic and 36 international destinations. At present, Skytrax, the prestigious UKbased international air transport rating organisation, counts it among the top 10 airlines around the world. No wonder that it has also been rated as a five-star airline. Headquartered in Jakarta, it first flew a DC-3 Dakota aircraftas a commercial flight from Calcutta to Rangoon in 1949 under the name of ‘Indonesian Airways’. Later that year, the first flight with the name of ‘Garuda Indonesian Airways’ flew the then President Soekarno from Jakarta to Yogyakarta.
Over the years, the Indonesian official airways has won many honours in the world of aviation services. Apart from being listed among the top 10 airlines of the world by TripAdvisor, it was also chosen as the best airline from Indonesia in the TripAdvisor TRAVELERS’ CHOICE Awards this year. The first Indonesian airline to join the SkyTeam, it has also been winning the title of ‘The World’s Best Cabin Crew’ in the SKYTRAX World Airline Awards since 2014.
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Dubai Cruises Ahead
Jamal Humaid Al Falasi, Director of Cruise Tourism at Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, talks about the rise of cruise tourism in Dubai and India’s growing contribution to it.
Rajasthani Royalty
If you are looking for an offbeat vacation, head to the majestic Alila Fort Bishangarh, and be pampered like royalty
Flying With Comfort
The official flag carrier of Hong Kong, Cathay Pacific Airways, truly believes in its slogan ‘Life Well Travelled’ and hence goes the extra mile in providing its flyers with a great experience.
OTM Concludes With Grand Success
With 1,343 exhibitors from 60 countries in attendance, OTM 2017 was the largest and most international trade show in the country.
The Thai Pride
The flag carrier of Thailand, Thai Airways is a name to reckon with when it comes to in-flight services and hospitality.
An Idyllic Getaway
If you are looking for the perfect break this summer, head to Vivanta by Taj - Madikeri, Coorg, for a dose of luxury.
Travelling A-Class
These aren’t just train journeys that take you from point A to B. They are an experience in themselves. With these trains, not only will you travel through some of the most spectacular scenery of the world, you will do that in the lap of decadence, with butlers, private bell service and Champagne in tow.
Where To Go In 2017
India is full of hidden gems waiting to be discovered, whether it’s the stellar music scene in Shillong or fascinating views in Dalhousie. Here are 10 handpicked destinations that are set to draw in tourists this year.
Cashless? Learn Some Tricks To Facilitate Your Travel
Even as demonetisation has hit the tourism sector, agents as well as travellers are finding ways to tide over the situation.
Sunny Side Up
Culture—the word might as well have originated in Japan. The country is rich in history while being completely post-modern. A single visit does not suffice, yet let’s get you started.
