Launch

The festival comprises over 200 events across five zones in the CBD, many of which are free to attend, including the Vivid Light Walk and Martin Place, which returns after seven years

Passengers on this long-haul flight will be served complimentary hot meals and beverages, featuring Indian cuisine from well-known local brands

Aimed at encouraging more confident travel planning, the initiative is designed to address recent changes in traveller behaviour by removing the need for upfront payment, thereby reducing booking hesitation

Ahead of this launch, Niyo conducted a survey to understand the reasons behind last-minute travel and found that leisure or spontaneous plans account for 39 per cent, followed by work-related travel at 20.6 per cent

The airline is also offering special summer perks, including themed travel kits with hats, luggage tags, and souvenirs, as well as a Kid’s Combo meal for families on board

The Bhubaneswar-Abu Dhabi route will operate three times weekly from June 12, and Visakhapatnam-Abu Dhabi route four times weekly from June 13

The new service will connect Bhubaneswar’s Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) with the UAE and is poised to become the fifth international service from Bhubaneswar

The service that commenced on May 7, 2025 provides opportunities for tourism and business, with Hyderabad acting as a gateway to southern India

Available across McDonald’s outlets in North and East India for dine-in, takeaway, drive-thru, and delivery via third-party apps, these offerings are designed to make favourite snacks more accessible at any time

This innovative system allows travellers to use cryptocurrencies for all their travel expenses, from booking flights and securing visas to shopping at local markets and paying for accommodation