Hajj: Chronicling the journey

Every practicing Muslim wants to perform hajj – at least once in a lifetime since it’s obligatory. Those, who are eligible for performing this compulsory ritual of Islam, wait for a suitable opportunity to make this holy journey.
10 August 2022, 06:45 AM

Top 5 sea beaches in Cox’s Bazar

Sitting and sipping your favourite drink and waiting for the sunset to witness the radiant hue of the sea — experiences on the beaches of Cox’s Bazar are enticing as ever. When it comes to beaches, chances are you will think about the most popular tourist spots like Laboni Point, Inani or Himchori. If you are looking for great alternatives, let us recommend top 5 sea beaches in Cox's Bazar. The next time you are at Cox’s Bazar, don’t forget to check out the unique beaches that soothes your wanderlust.
8 August 2022, 09:50 AM

Hong Kong lessens Covid quarantine for travellers to 3 days

Hong Kong will shorten the Covid-19 hotel quarantine period for all arrivals to three days from seven, taking another step to gradually unwind stringent pandemic rules that have isolated the Asian financial hub.
8 August 2022, 07:00 AM

US-Bangla Airlines to resume Dhaka-Bangkok flights from Sept 1

US-Bangla Airlines is going to resume its flights on the Dhaka-Bangkok-Dhaka route from September 1.
6 August 2022, 14:56 PM

Climbing on with Rope4: Learning the basics of mountaineering

Rope4 is a platform which aims to share knowledge and educate youths and adults alike on Outdoor Activities. Rope4 was founded in 2017 by Mohiuddin Mahi a Certified Mountaineering Trainer and Instructor who graduated from the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering. It works to help young individuals to nurture latent physical and mental strength to unearth their potential abilities.
6 August 2022, 10:30 AM

Travelling on an ‘almost empty’ wallet

What do you do when wanderlust strikes, but you have just hit rock bottom on your wallet? Feed the lust, is what. Of course, travelling first class, shopping at branded stores and staying at five-star accommodation may not be on the cards for you but none of those things have anything to do with actual travelling. If you are already laughing, save the giggles for we may just change your mind by the end of this article.
4 August 2022, 12:35 PM

Thai Airways resuming flights to Saudi after 32 years, no Hajj flight from Bangladesh yet

Thai Airways will start operating commercial flights to Saudi Arabia again in August, after more than three decades, as diplomatic ties between the two kingdoms have improved.
3 August 2022, 17:09 PM

Hiking and Trekking in Bandarban

The greenery of Bandarban offers an ideal escape from the monotony of urban life and is suitable for hiking. Here are some places in Bandarban that should be on every hiker's bucket list.
3 August 2022, 12:02 PM

Biman launches web check-in for int’l passengers, hopes it’ll cut down waiting time at airport

Biman Bangladesh Airlines launched web check-in for international passengers yesterday (August 1, 2022).
2 August 2022, 12:29 PM

In Thailand, cannabis and tourism are "a match"

The RG420 cannabis cafe opened just four days ago in Khao San, an area of Bangkok popular with backpackers - and already it's crammed with customers.
1 August 2022, 12:13 PM

Number of air passengers fall on Jashore, Barishal routes following Padma Bridge inauguration

Air passengers from Dhaka to Jashore and Barishal have dropped significantly as many southbound travellers are preferring to travel by road following the inauguration of Padma Bridge in late June.
31 July 2022, 14:01 PM

SpiceJet asked to operate 50% of its fleet after several technical glitches

India’s civil aviation sector regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) yesterday (July 27, 2022) instructed low-cost carrier SpiceJet to operate maximum of 50 percent of its flights for the next eight weeks after several of its planes reported technical malfunctions recently.
28 July 2022, 09:09 AM

Your guide to the floating guava market of Bhimruli, Pirojpur

Whenever you think of floating markets selling fresh vegetables and fruit, the Cabiao floating market in Philippines or Damnoen Saduak market of Thailand comes to mind first. In Bangladesh however, not many people know about the floating markets that are in operation in the division of Barishal, one of them is situated in Pirojpur, famous for guavas that are sold during its peak season.
27 July 2022, 09:06 AM

Round-trip economy ticket of Biman's Dhaka-Toronto flight to cost Tk 1.80 lakh

The much-awaited Biman Bangladesh Airlines’ Dhaka-Toronto flight will finally start operating from tomorrow (July 27, 2022).
26 July 2022, 13:06 PM

Guide to a Memorable Trip to Pabna

One of the most well-known districts in Rajshahi Division is Pabna. Presently known for the Rooppur Nuclear Powerplant, Pabna district is historical, beautiful and easily accessible, making it a great place to visit. If you have a small vacation, Pabna could be your next destination for a quick gateway.
24 July 2022, 08:25 AM

Sri Lanka’s passport ranks higher than Bangladesh’s as per Henley Index

Bangladesh’s passport climbed four spots compared to last year in the latest edition of the Henley Passport Index, the pioneer ranking of world’s travel documents.
19 July 2022, 13:05 PM

Biman boss explains why passengers had to sit in plane with no AC, no food in Kolkata

The Dhaka-bound flight of Biman Bangladesh Airlines finally departed from Kolkata airport after over 150 passengers had to sit in the aircraft with no air condition and food for hours.
19 July 2022, 06:17 AM

With no AC, food, 150 Biman passengers stranded inside flight at Kolkata Airport

With no AC, food, 150 Biman passengers stranded inside flight at Kolkata Airport
18 July 2022, 20:06 PM

Local airlines to face hurdles as jet fuel price goes up yet again

Local airlines will face a severe blow and lose global competitiveness due to the unprecedented increase in jet fuel prices in the domestic market yet again.
16 July 2022, 15:07 PM

Top 7 Instagrammable places in Bangladesh

Being one of the most densely populated countries in the world for its size, Bangladesh has lots to offer digital nomads and travellers. Form getting a fabled shot of the last remaining Royal Bengal Tigers of Sundarbans, calming waves of Saint Martin’s Island or the red water lilies of Brahmanbaria, one can find the most Instagrammable places in this lush green country.
15 July 2022, 10:34 AM