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Maldives seeks help to save its islands from submerging

The Maldives might lose entire islands if the island nation fails to acquire finances to fight the challenges of climate change on an urgent basis. The archipelago’s former President Mohamed Nasheed famously conducted an underwater cabinet meeting to draw attention to global warming a decade ago, also focussing on the submerging land. However, to date, Maldives is still struggling to access money to build critical infrastructures like sea walls. Popularly known for its white-sand beaches and scenic water locations, this place has always been a favorite among the luxury holiday-makers, though conditions are deteriorating at a much deeper level. The Maldives and other vulnerable countries, at the UN climate talks held in Madrid, pushed for concrete moves regarding fresh funding to help them tackle disasters and longer-term damage linked to climate change, which failed. The Foreign Minister, however, was hopeful for the next round of talks that is slated for November and expects better results.

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Book One Passenger, Get a Second for Just $14 on Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line is giving travelers looking for a romantic getaway for Valentine’s Day their new “Love at First Sail” offer: from now until February 14, those who book a cruise to Nassau or Grand Bahama Island will purchase one cruise at the standard fare and bring a guest for on $14. Couples who take advantage of the “Love at First Sail” promotion not only receive great savings, they get to enjoy all of the amenities that Grand Celebration and Grand Classica have to offer: romantic guestrooms, full-service spas offering couples’ massages and unique dining venues such as The Rock Grill and Admiral’s Steak & Seafood. This special offer is not only reserved for couples, however. Ladies looking for the ultimate “Galentine’s Day” trip can get in on the fun with award-winning comedy and musical shows, live bands, champagne, and mimosa breakfast and thrilling shore excursions like swimming with pigs, snorkeling and paddle-boarding.

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MP Tourism to host ‘Namaste Orchha’ from March 6

The latest endeavor of the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board is to bring the less-explored town of Orchha to fore in the tourism circuit. To ensure this effect, it is organizing Namaste Orchha, a cultural fest to attract tourist’s attention to Orchha in particular. Reports suggest that MP Tourism will be hosting Namaste Orchha from March 6 that will be highlighting the cultural landscape of the region via a range of activities. Those visiting the region during this time will be able to witness guided history tours, enjoy dance, art, and music performances, photography tours, and much more. Reportedly, the festival will also feature a food and crafts bazaar, where traditional crafts from the region and local cuisine will be on offer. Many popular artists will also be gracing the event, including the Indie music band, the Indian Ocean, and a performance by the famous Hindustani classical vocalist Shubha Mudgal. The festival will conclude on March 8, 2020.

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Coronavirus breakout in China: 7 Indian airports to screen passengers

After issuing a travel advisory to its citizens visiting China in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, the Government of India has strengthened measures to block the spread of mystery virus in India. Reportedly, seven airports in India have been directed to screen passengers coming from China. The Ministry of Civil Aviation asked Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru and Cochin airports to screen all the passengers arriving from China. Prior to this, the Ministry had asked Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai airports to scan passengers. The coronavirus aka the Wuhan virus has made its way to even the USA after a traveler was reportedly diagnosed with the same. In addition, the virus has also entered countries including Thailand, Japan and South Korea. As many as 300 cases of infection have been reported in China, thus alarming the nations across the world.

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Tehri Lake Festival to be hosted from March 17

That exciting time of the year is fast approaching for Uttarakhand, as Asia’s biggest lake festival will soon be back in Tehri. To be hosted from March 17 to 19, Tehri Lake Festival will be attended by tons of visitors from around the world. The latest reports suggest that the main attraction of the Tehri Lake Festival will be adventure sports, with the motive of promoting tourism in the region. The Tehri Special Area Tourism Development Authority and tourism department have already started preparations to host this three-day festival. Every year, the Uttarakhand government hosts the Tehri Lake Festival, which is considered Asia’s biggest lake fest. Anyone interested in being a part of this festival should book their seats well in advance.

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Work on to include Mughal Gardens in UNESCO list

Steps are being taken to bring the famed Mughal Gardens of Srinagar on the prestigious list of UNESCO World Heritage Site. Muneer-ul-Islam, Director of Archives & Archaeology, who holds the charge of Secretary, Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL), informed that the department is working toward the said direction. He mentioned this while attending an interactive session with renowned Conservation Architect Narian Lambha that was organized by JKAACL and the Department of Archives, Archaeology, and Museums in Srinagar. He stated that substantial efforts are being made to bring Mughal Gardens on the prestigious list and that his department is working together to promote and preserve the heritage of the valley.

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