Travel

People who desire to travel are more likely to get vaccinated against COVID-19: Study

Washington [US], March 3 (ANI): A new study from Washington State University stated that wanderlust could be a powerful motivator in people's decision to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

2022-03-03T13:02:06.979539+00:00 IST

Making self-driven vehicles human friendly: Study

Leeds [UK], December 27 (ANI): A new research has found how automated vehicles could be made more pedestrian-friendly.

2021-12-27T11:06:55.340053+00:00 IST

Omicron leads to low-key Christmas celebrations around the world

New Delhi [India], December 24 (ANI): As Christmas is around the corner, everyone is preparing for the festive season in their own way. You might be thinking of cosying up with your family and friends with some hot cocoa but that's not the only option you have.

2021-12-24T09:20:49.412868+00:00 IST

Study finds ski tourism heading downhill due to climate change

London [UK], November 4 (ANI): Staffordshire University graduate Rachael Carver and Professor Fiona Tweed have investigated the impacts of melting snow and ice on the future of tourism.

2021-11-04T06:12:38.899642+00:00 IST

People with low income saw smallest drop in travel during COVID-19: Study

Columbus (Ohio) [US], October 5 (ANI): A recent case study in Columbus suggests that low-income people were the least likely to reduce their local travel during the COVID-19 lockdown, probably because they still had to go to work.

2021-10-05T17:56:23.485379+00:00 IST

Study reveals rapport with co-travellers impacts overall tourist satisfaction

Burnaby [Canada], August 6 (ANI): According to a new study by researchers at Simon Fraser University, getting along with the tourists you are co-travelling with leads to a more satisfying group experience.

2021-08-06T08:29:02.505346+00:00 IST

Planning a trip to Dharamshala? Definitely check out juSTa Birding Resort!

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 8 (ANI): As the world struggles with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, which brings a fresh supply of stress every day, we all need an escape, and what's better than planning a trip to the mountains? If you are someone who is seeking tranquility, soft adventure and nature's bounty then a getaway to Dharamshala should definitely be on your list.

2021-06-08T08:49:43.075542+00:00 IST

Study finds people are persuaded by social media messages, not view numbers

Ohio [US], May 11 (ANI): People are more persuaded by the actual messages contained in social media posts than they are by how many others viewed the posts, a new study suggests.

2021-05-11T13:26:06.245474+00:00 IST

Scientist suggests Hawaii best place on planet to experience rainbows

Honolulu [Hawaii], March 14 (ANI): An atmospheric scientist from the University of Hawai'i at Manoa recently suggested that Hawaii is the best place on Earth to experience the wonder of rainbows, due to its location and climatic factors.

2021-03-14T11:40:23.459853+00:00 IST

Travelers booking hotels online should trust instinct more than algorithms

Washington [US], March 2 (ANI): A recent study suggested that travelers looking to book a hotel should trust their gut instinct when it comes to online reviews, rather than relying on computer algorithms to weed out the fake ones.

2021-03-02T17:45:29.959928+00:00 IST

Good news for people with wanderlust: Frequent travellers 7 pc happier

Washington [US], January 4 (ANI): People dreaming of travel post-COVID-19 now have some scientific data to support their wanderlust. A recent study has found that frequent travellers are happier with their lives than people who don't travel at all.

2021-01-04T15:23:34.644202+00:00 IST

Smart Bathrooms for travellers at Dallas Airport

Texas [US], November 8 (ANI): Considering the stark reminders of the novel COVID-19's enormous effects, governments have introduced several policies to protect the societies. One such policy introduced recently by the Texas government for Dallas airport has been 'Smart Bathrooms'. These smart bathrooms will be the upgraded version of the bathrooms at the airports which will reflect one of the best uses of technology ever.

2020-11-08T13:07:06.006189+00:00 IST

Get ready to visit Titanic for a price of USD125,000

Washington [US], November 7 (ANI): Fans of Titanic and antiques have a reason to rejoice as a company dedicated to manned exploration of the underwater world has finally announced the possible access to the world's most famous and historic site Titanic through their 'THE TITANIC SURVEY EXPEDITION 2021' project.

2020-11-07T10:48:04.405894+00:00 IST

Study reveals fear encourages physical distancing during pandemic

Washington [US], October 25 (ANI): A recent study has identified two key messaging components, that is, negativity and anthropomorphism or attributing human characteristics to nonhuman objects, could improve the persuasiveness of those appeals and trigger compliance of the COVID-19 social distancing norm.

2020-10-25T08:47:51.268350+00:00 IST

Study discovers main source of air pollution around schools

Washington D.C. [USA], April 22 (ANI): In a recent study, a worrying three-fold increase in air pollution has been observed around the school due to the vehicles lined up to pick-drop off children.

2020-04-22T12:09:30.987996+00:00 IST

Travel restrictions are most useful in early and late phase of an epidemic

London [UK], Mar 25 (ANI): After studying the spread of coronavirus from China to other parts of the world, researchers suggest that travel advisories are most useful in the early and the late phase of an epidemic.

2020-03-25T17:40:04.042364+00:00 IST

Ferrari suspends production in Italy amid coronavirus outbreak

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 16 (ANI): Amid a spurt in the cases of coronavirus in Italy, luxury automobile company Ferrari has suspended the production at its two factories in the county from March 16-27.

2020-03-16T07:39:26.029760+00:00 IST

Looking for Holi getaway? Add these places in your bucket list

Delhi [India], Mar 7 (ANI): Spirituality, bonfires and a plethora of colours- every year, at the beginning of Spring in India, is the Holi Festival, one of the most magnificent festivals.

2020-03-07T12:29:18.179837+00:00 IST

SpaceX to launch three space tourists to ISS next year

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 6 (ANI): Elon Musk-led private space launch company SpaceX plans to send three tourists to the International Space Station (ISS).

2020-03-06T14:21:32.579273+00:00 IST

Travelling with canines? Here are some pet-friendly hotels, activities in Santa Monica

California [United States], Feb 23 (ANI): When you are a pet owner of that fluffy four-legged friend, your itinerary plan for the relishing trip will come down to the approval of those hotels and activities that could involve your furry travelling companion.

2020-02-23T14:47:52.239642+00:00 IST