The return of the travel agent: A pandemic-induced penchant for planning

The COVID-19 pandemic has altered the fabric of the travel industry irrevocably. Out of several developments good and bad, the rising popularity of travel agents is the most noteworthy. With travel planning and booking apps dominating the scene, the humble travel agent has remained largely invisible for the better half of a decade. But, the …

Should you be planning your honeymoon in 2021? DMC Leisure weighs in

Thanks to that one pesky guest who gatecrashed the party in 2020, the grand Indian tradition of weddings has been forced to metamorphize into the bleak Indian necessity of micro weddings. While this may be a much-needed step to ensure safety, we do realize that it could put a damper on wedding festivities. But, like …

The renaissance of luxury travel in the post-pandemic world

Luxury tourism looks like it is here to stay and thrive, thanks to the unforeseen effects of the multiple lockdowns. The imminent threat of being cooped up at home coupled with the sheer unpredictability of life has forced people to rethink their priorities and proclivities.

Virtual Tourism: A new-age way to travel

The Coronavirus pandemic. Yes, another article that starts with these three words. Like everyone else in the world, I am tired of this entire pandemic situation. In the language of the youngsters these days, I wish I could cancel Coronavirus! But I suppose we all need to accept the reality and figure out ways to …

Adventure Tourism: The Next Frontier

Travelling is not just about staying somewhere. Travelling is not just seeing a spot. It is all about immersing oneself in that locale. Many do this by going on walks around the area, visiting museums, exploring sites of historical importance, sampling local cuisine etc. These are people (like most of us) who go somewhere to …