“44% of Dhaka airport’s Terminal 3 complete, can be inaugurated by Oct 2023”

Around 44.15 percent work of the third terminal of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport has been completed so far, State Minister for Civil Aviation Mahbub Ali said today (September 12, 2022).
12 September 2022, 13:28 PM

Japan govt to waive tourist visa requirements

Japan's government is planning to waive tourist visa requirements from some countries as part of a further easing of border controls enacted to stop the spread of Covid-19, Fuji News Network reported on Monday.
12 September 2022, 05:52 AM

Globetrotting at your fingertips with Nadir On The Go

“Nadir On The Go” is a popular YouTube channel, maintained by Nadir — a Bangladeshi documenting travelogues since 2016, as he visits different cities across the globe. Recently, Nadir won the Best Content Creator award in the Travel Vlog category at the Blender’s Choice-The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards 2021.
10 September 2022, 02:53 AM

Destination Niagara Falls

A name given to a group of three waterfalls, the Niagara Falls runs along the international border between the United States and Canada. The largest, most beautiful, most featured, and most visited of the three waterfalls is the Horseshoe Falls. If you want to enjoy a full view of this natural wonder, you need to journey to Canada, which we did. The other two of the waterfalls, the American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls, lie within the United States.
7 September 2022, 10:39 AM

Minimum fare of metro rail Tk 20: Quader

The government has fixed the fare for the country's first metro rail service -- Tk 100 maximum and Tk 20 minimum.
6 September 2022, 07:16 AM

5 ways to pack light for your upcoming trips

Going for a staycation but indecisive about what to pack? No worries, we got your back. Or shall I say your backpack? When it comes to light packing, some of us are all over the place. As a result, we end up packing unnecessary luggage which becomes a burden later in the trip. So, to make your life easier, we present you the most efficient and effective methods of light packing.
1 September 2022, 16:29 PM

US-Bangla launches Dhaka-Bangkok, Chattogram-Kolkata flights

US-Bangla Airlines, a private air operator of the country, today (September 1, 2022) launched two international flights -- Dhaka-Bangkok and Chattogram-Kolkata routes.
1 September 2022, 11:53 AM

Top 5 houseboats to check out in Bangladesh

The vast network of waterways in Bangladesh gives the opportunity to explore the country and admire its riverine islands and endless stretches of water. Be it on the Tanguar haor of Sylhet or the Kaptai Lake of Rangamati, houseboats that are now commonly available provide a one-of-a-kind experience to explore and rejoice in the country’s aquatic beauty. Modern houseboats come decked with a lot of facilities and yet their wooden construction make us feel close to nature. Slowly floating away in the quietude of still water with sudden interruptions caused by gushing waves truly provide the experience of a lifetime.
31 August 2022, 09:48 AM

Top 5 must-see places to visit in Kishoreganj

Kishoreganj, a district under Dhaka division is full of diverse landscapes, greeneries and rivers alongside a rich cultural heritage. Whether it’s the scenic haors that comes alive colourfully during monsoon or sites that has a strong historical and cultural legacy, Kishoreganj is every travel enthusiast’s dream place. So, here are 5 absolute must-see places in Kishoreganj that will satisfy your wanderlust.
28 August 2022, 13:22 PM

Be amicable with passengers: Mahbub Ali to immigration officials

State Minister for Civil Aviation M Mahbub Ali has instructed immigration officials to behave in a more friendly manner with passengers while on duty.
27 August 2022, 13:42 PM

Are you up for La Tomatina Festival?

Take your chances and experience the tomato-throwing festival hosted each year in Buñol, Spain called La Tomatina. It’s back on and ready to be enjoyed on 2022. Are you childless, unmarried and in your thirties? Do you make a decent wage? Is the only quantifiable responsibility you have are to listen to your grandma nag about you tying the knot? Do you need a break from all the guilt-tripping around you for wanting to have or living life in your own way? Have you seen Zoya Akhtar’s Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara?
27 August 2022, 11:14 AM

Current VAT, tax rates big obstacle in tourism sector development: JS body

The current rates of taxes and value added tax (VAT) pose a big obstacle in the development of the country’s tourism industry, a parliamentary body has said.
24 August 2022, 15:25 PM

Making the most of your travel photography

These days, travel photography has become an inseparable part of travelling. Developing an efficient eye for travel photography is an ever-evolving process as every travel destination has its distinctive culture, landscapes and stories to display. Hence, it is not a very easy task for an amateur photographer to snap a perfect shot with one click of the camera. However, having some tips and tricks in mind, we can empower ourselves with photography skills and equipment and collect beautiful images with the cameras that we have at our disposal.
24 August 2022, 13:31 PM

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro: Fulfilment of a dream

Twenty years ago, I had a dream that I would climb Kilimanjaro. On 13 July, 2022 at 11 AM, I summited the tallest free-standing mountain in the world, the Roof of Africa, Uhuru Peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, 5895m!! For the most part, Kilimanjaro has been easy — nicely laid out trails, gradual inclines, steady pace, trekking for no more than 6 to 7 hours a day. All great, save for Summit night which started at 11 PM. This was the most horrific experience of my life. It literally, felt like a page out of Dante's Inferno. There were so many real moments when I truly wanted to quit.
24 August 2022, 13:13 PM

Visiting Manila and Los Banos

The Philippines is a diversified island country consisting of some 7,000 islands and islets. Interestingly, the Philippines takes its name from Philip II, who was King of Spain during the Spanish colonisation of the islands in the 16th century. It is one of only two predominantly Roman Catholic countries in Asia, the other being East Timor. The country has always been one of my favourite destinations.
22 August 2022, 11:18 AM

Tickets for Biman’s Sep 15 flight on Dhaka-Guangzhou route now on sale

After the maiden flight on August 18, tickets for the second Biman flight on Dhaka-Guangzhou-Dhaka route have been opened for sale at 4:00pm today (August 22) on Biman’s host system.
22 August 2022, 10:35 AM

Egypt introduces conditional on-arrival visa for Bangladeshis

Bangladeshi nationals will be able to avail on-arrival visa in Egypt.
20 August 2022, 13:15 PM

Top 5 lakes to visit in Bangladesh

Our country is covered with many magnificent lakes and water bodies. These lakes not only protect the natural environment, but are also mesmerising sights and wonderful places to go for recreation and contemplation. Here are top 5 must-see lakes which offer mesmerising sights, fun activities and much more.
20 August 2022, 09:57 AM

Biman flight to China’s Guangzhou takes off

Biman Bangladesh Airlines has started operating flights on Dhaka-Guangzhou route from today (August 18, 2022).
18 August 2022, 07:51 AM

Airline Sleeper Coach in Economy Class?

Not one to compromise on service quality, and having received a number of accolades for the same attribute in recent times, Air New Zealand is now set to give its economy class passengers a smoother flying experience on mid and long-haul flights. Bunk beds for the economy class would mean a definitive goodbye to stiff necks and legs, armrest wars with the next passenger and guarantee generally happier clients. The concept of what they call the “Skynest” has been in conception for about five years now and is set to make its debut in 2024.
17 August 2022, 13:59 PM