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8 Amazing Destinations You Can Fly To From India!

AirWhizzNov 16, 2018 No Comments

8 Amazing Destinations You Can Fly To From India!

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There was a time when explorers and travelers spent years to reach new places and see new cultures.

Now the whole world is a global village. With airplanes being the fastest mode of travel, global connection of flights makes it possible for travellers to fly around the world in a matter of hours.

In case you are planning to travel and are looking for a place to unwind, here is a list of exciting destinations you can look forward to travelling to.

Siem Reap (Cambodia)

Nearest Airport- Siem Reap International Airport

Airlines In India That Fly To The Destination – Air India, SpiceJet, Jet Airways, Malaysian Airlines, Thai Airways and Singapore Airlines

Sunrise over the temples and ruins of Angkor Wat can leave any traveler in awe.

Cambodia recently became a free country and is now considered a safe place to travel. Travellers from around visit Siem Reap to see the 12th century Angkor Thom royal city.

You can learn about the cities history at the Cambodian Cultural Village and visit the Angkor night market to get a feel of the local culture.

Hanoi (Vietnam)

Nearest Airport – Noi Bai International Airport

Airlines In India That Fly To The Destination – Jet Airways, Singapore Airlines, Air Asia, Emirates, Cathay Pacific and Malaysian Airlines

Apart from beaches, amazing food and lively streets, Hanoi will give you a taste of South East Asia.

Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam with a mix of French and Chinese culture. It is a country of a cultural mix with its own way of life.

Don’t forget to visit Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and Hoa Lo Prison which is a crowd favorite. Lakes, parks, shady boulevards and more than 600 temples add to the appeal of this city, which can be easily explored by taxi.

Istanbul (Turkey)

Nearest Airport – Istanbul Atatürk Airport

Airlines in India That Fly To The Destination –  Air India, Air Astana, Turkish Airlines and Kuwait Airways

If you haven’t traveled to Turkey, you shouldn’t wait any longer. It is a perfect combination of past and present cultures.

European and Asian cultures meet in Istanbul and is a city of turbans, spices, and progressive culture with a lot of beautiful ancient and modern architecture.

In this city you will find centuries-old mosques, churches and markets happily co-existing with modern restaurants, galleries and nightclubs.

Prague (Czech Republic)

Nearest Airport – Václav Havel Airport

Airlines In India That Fly To The Destination –  Air India, Turkish Airlines, Jet Airways, Emirates and Lufthansa

Awesome beer, great food, crazy nightlife, and a lot of sights to see makes this small town in Czech Republic an amazing destination to travel to.

In Prague, don’t forget to see ancient architecture like the rebuilt Prague Castle that has overlooked the city since the 9th century, the synagogues and cemetery of the Jewish Quarter.

Marrakech (Morocco)

Nearest Airport – Marrakesh Menara Airport

Airlines in India That Fly To The Destination –  Air France, Emirates, Etihad, Lufthansa and Qatar

This Moroccan city in North Africa offers a maze of souks, amazing gardens, plenty of beautiful mosques to travelers from around the world.

Marrakech is a colorful city but make sure you don’t travel during summer as it gets really hot. Snake charmers aren’t difficult to find in Djemaa el-Fna.

Find inner peace at the serene Jardin Majorelle or take in the beauty of one of the city’s historic mosques.

London (England)

Nearest Airport –  Heathrow Airport, London City Airport, London Biggin Hill Airport

Airlines in India That Fly To The Destination –  Jet Airways, Air India, British Airways, Emirates, Air France and KLM

Who doesn’t want to go to London? It is the world’s most visited city.

Major sights like the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace are on most visitors’ itineraries, but no matter what your interests, you’ll probably find something here.

Art lovers can visit the National Gallery and the Tate Modern. If military history’s your thing, don’t miss the Cabinet War Rooms.

Rome (Italy)

Nearest Airport –  Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport

Airlines in India That Fly To The Destination –  Alitalia, Aeroflot, Etihad, Jet Airways, Emirates and Qatar Airways

This city has been nicknamed the Eternal City for a reason.

In Rome, you can drink from a street fountain fed by an ancient aqueduct Or the statue in the Capitoline Museum.

Also, you can travel to see Pope but can’t guarantee if he would to see you, maybe you’ll get lucky. Apart from that the whole architecture of Rome is mesmerizing and will leave you with an architectural beauty hangover.

Paris (France)

Nearest Airport – Charles de Gaulle Airport,Orly Airport

Airlines in India That Fly To The Destination –  Alitalia, Aeroflot, Etihad, Jet Airways, Emirates and Qatar Airways

Everyone who visits Paris for the first time probably has the same list of major attractions to hit: The Louvre, Notre Dame, The Eiffel Tower, etc.

Just make sure you leave some time to wander the city’s grand boulevards and eat in as many cafes, bistros and brasseries as possible.

And don’t forget the shopping—whether your tastes run to Louis Vuitton or Les Puces (the flea market), you can find it here.

There are many other places that should be on a traveller’s list apart from the above-mentioned list, which we will cover in our future articles, however, for the time being, we would recommend you to go these places and have an amazing time.

 

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Everything You Need To Know About Buying Travel Insurance!

AirWhizzNov 09, 2018 No Comments

Everything You Need To Know About Buying Travel Insurance!

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International travel in India has increased exponentially over the past few years and so has the need for a travel insurance cover.

According to World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) report, 25 million Indian tourists travel abroad every year for vacationing. It is estimated that India will account for 50 million outbound tourists by 2020.

More travellers want to experience offbeat places and are willing to go on adventurous trips but despite this, while planning a trip, Indians don’t consider travel insurance as one of their priorities for their journey.

This is because most people fail to understand what travel insurance actually covers.

To help you make informed choices as travellers , let’s first understand the basic types of covers under travel insurance in India.

Basic Travel Insurance Policy

A basic travel insurance will primarily cover your emergency medical care and loss of belongings while travelling. However, you can add other covers such as:

  • Burglary at home at the time of travel
  • Reimbursement if your flight gets delayed for more than 12 hours
  • Coverage of bounced/cancelled bookings of hotels and airlines

Travel insurance also covers personal liability. For instance, if someone sues you for damage to property during the period of your insurance and is caused by an occurrence to which this coverage applies, the company will pay up to the amount stated in the policy.

The medical benefits of a travel insurance policy include accidental death or injury during the trip, expenses incurred on account of injury, sickness etc.

There Are 2 Basic Types Of Travel Insurance

1.Domestic Travel Insurance

The domestic travel insurance promises to have your back at every step when you’re travelling within the country.

This cover mainly looks into all your critical travel mishaps mentioned above.

The cover also reimburses the cost of round-economy airfare and hotel of an immediate family member in case of sudden hospitalization on the trip.

A domestic travel insurance will cover accidental medical emergencies or assistance required in India. It additionally reimburses for transportation, treatment and medical supplies in case of hospitalization or will compensate for death/injury while boarding or already on a flight.

2.Overseas Travel Insurance

An overseas travel insurance is a must-have while you’re travelling abroad, not only because it shelters your primary covers as mentioned above but offers protection for a number of contingencies during an international trip.

  • The insurance policy extensively covers, loss of passport, documents, baggage loss and baggage delay.
  • It covers you in case your checked-in luggage is lost while in the custody of your airline due to theft or non-delivery at its destination
  • It also covers accidental death & dismemberment, emergency medical evacuation which includes transportation, medical treatment, medical services and supplies necessary during an emergency evacuation
  • Additionally, an overseas policy will also cover fraudulent charges on your credit/debit card. This cover rescues you not only when you lose money but when you lose money where help is not easily found.

A travel insurance policy also covers students who travel abroad for education. A student travel insurance policy is a must for students as it largely protects the individual from study interruption, health cover, sponsor protection and compassion visits.

The student travel plan further covers mental and nervous disorders, rehabilitation for drug and alcohol addiction.

Tips To Choose The Best Travel Insurance Plan For You

Before you choose a travel insurance plan, ask yourself these questions:

1.WHERE AM I GOING?

Your destination determines the size of the cover or the amount of insurance money (Sum Insured).

Since medical cover is the main feature of travel insurance, decide the sum insured on the basis of how expensive medical services are in the country or city you are travelling to.

For instance, Medical treatment is significantly costlier in countries like the US and Canada than in South East Asia. This will cause the premium paid on the insurance by you to go higher.

2.WHAT WILL BE THE DURATION?

Longer the trip, higher the premium!

If you are a frequent flyer, opt for annual multi-trip policies to save money. These plans are valid for a year and usually cover any number of trips abroad, each trip having a maximum duration of 30-45 days.

Annual multi-trip plans turn out to be cheaper than the single-trip policies for each trip. This is because the insurance company doesn’t have to bear additional administrative expenses.

3.WHAT WILL I DO?

Is it a sleep, eat and sightseeing holiday or do you plan to be more adventurous?

If your itinerary includes sporting activities such as trekking in difficult terrains, skiing, water sports, etc, you must fill the gaps in your travel cover.

Though a regular travel insurance plan will not cover risks involved in these activities, you can get special coverage on request at an extra cost.

Similarly, if you are above 65, you can opt for plans for senior citizens that have features such as coverage for pre-existing illness in special situations, higher sum insured, accidental death and dismemberment cover.

4.Which Policy Should I Buy?

Always compare the plans. Don’t buy only on the basis of the sum insured and the premium you have to pay.

Conduct a comparative analysis of companies and their offerings like online services, claims process, toll-free number, payment options, network of hospitals etc

Also remember, since so many different covers are clubbed in one policy-medical, accident, passport and baggage loss, personal liability, trip cancellation, etc-the claim procedures differ according to the situation.

So, the next time you book your ticket, Download the AirWhizz app and apply for a travel insurance with us. We at AirWhizz have partnered with prestigious travel insurance companies such as HDFC Ergo to help you plan for any unforeseen changes that might occur.

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10 Simple Airplane Stretches To Beat Travel Fatigue!

AirWhizzNov 02, 2018 No Comments

10 Simple Airplane Stretches To Beat Travel Fatigue!

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Whether you’re 16 or 60, it’s never comfortable being stuck on an airplane for a long flight.

Between the stress of flying and being crammed into an uncomfortable seat for hours, your body can quickly become stiff.

While these hacks may not beat the comfort of a first-class seat, simple airplane stretches and exercises can help you reach your destination without a sore body.

WHILE SEATED

There are plenty of small stretches and movements you can do while seated throughout a flight.

Neck Rolls/Stretch

Release tension from your neck by slowly twisting your neck from side to side and moving it up and down in a “yes” then a “no” movement.

After a few of these try bringing your right ear down toward your right shoulder to stretch the left side of your neck then repeat on the other side.

Finally, drop your chin down toward your chest and gently roll it from side to side.

Seated Twist

Grab on to your seat’s armrest with both hands and gently pull to twist your torso to one side helping stretch and relax the spine. Do the same for the other side.

Ankle Stretches

Start with both feet flat on the floor then flex your ankles by stretching your toes upward then bringing them back down. From there, roll through your feet, lifting your heels up with your toes still on the ground. Repeat these movements several times to get the blood moving in your legs.

Ankle Circles

Additionally, lift one-foot slight off the ground and gently roll your ankle in a circle changing directions every couple of rolls. Repeat on the other side.

Leg Extensions

If you’re in an aisle seat, try lifting your foot up extending at the knee to stretch out stiff legs and really get the blood circulating. Do a couple of these movements for each foot.

WHILE STANDING

Though everyone knows they should stand up and walk around during a long flight, that’s often easier said than done. Make sure to try some of the seated stretches, but when you’re able to stand up, take advantage of this time with these exercises.

Quadriceps Stretch

Rest your left hand on the wall or back of a seat for balance and use your right hand to reach back and grab your right ankle, bending your right foot up so your knee is pointing down.

Hold this for several breaths before gently releasing your foot to the ground and repeating on the other side. This stretch will help release tension in your quadriceps (front thigh) and hip after sitting still for a long time.

Calf Raises

Stand with your feet a couple inches apart and raise your heels so you’re standing on the tip of your toes, hold for a couple seconds then lower back down feeling the stretch in your calves and waking up your legs.

Lateral Stretch

Standing with your left arm down, stretch your right arm straight up then softly start to bend to the left side stretching your arm over your head to feel a lengthening stretch in your right side.

Come back up to center, release your right arm and repeat on the other side.

AFTER THE FLIGHT

Once you reach your final destination, take a few moments to relax into these two restorative stretches that will help melt stress away.

Child’s Pose

This common yoga pose is a great way to stretch your hips, back, shoulders and chest while also having a grounding, calming effect.

Kneel down on your knees and slowly stretch your upper body forward toward the ground, reaching your arms in front of you until your forehead touches the ground. Stay there for a couple of minutes before sitting back up.

Legs Up Against The Wall

This position may feel a little awkward at first, but you’ll soon notice that after a couple minutes your legs will feel lighter and less lethargic.

Sitting on the ground next to a wall, lay down on your back as you slide your legs together straight up the wall. Stay here for at least three minutes letting your stress drain away.

When you’re ready to get out of the pose, slowly swing your legs down to one side and rest there for a couple breaths before sitting up.

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10 Simple Tips To Pack Like A Pro For Your Next Flight!

AirWhizzOct 19, 2018 No Comments

10 Simple Tips To Pack Like A Pro For Your Next Flight!

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Even if you’ve travelled only a few times, you know how pivotal packing is!

Forget an essential item and you’re left disappointed and scrambling to find the nearest store in your destination.

Pack too much and you end up being burdened with heavy bags and losing money to pay for pricey airline baggage fees.

To help you pack effectively for your next flight, here are 10 fundamental packing strategies that every traveller should know.

1.Make A Packing List

This is the most basic tip of packing!

Most of us usually procrastinate until the last day to pack for a trip which may cause us to forget a few important items.

Start your packing process days or even weeks ahead of your departure date by making a packing list. This will help you purchase any additional items you might need for your vacation.

Creating a packing list is a fail-safe way to ensure that you never, ever forget to bring something important.

2.Know Your Airline’s Baggage-Fee Policy

Figuring out your airline’s tricky baggage-fee policy is the key to stress-free packing!

Most airlines allow you to carry one piece of hand baggage and two pieces of check-in luggage for free, however, you still need to know the airline’s weight limit levied on luggage.

Before you begin packing, take a peek at your airline’s website and read its baggage policy.

This is something you might even want to do prior to buying your plane ticket. It will help you create a rough idea of what you can or cannot carry and will help you make your packing list.

3.Use Your Personal Item Wisely

It’s standard for airlines to permit each traveller to bring one carry-on bag and one personal item onboard planes.

This personal item is subject to specific size requirements (these vary by airline), but something like a purse, laptop bag, or backpack is generally acceptable.

So rather than bringing just a small purse, you can carry a bigger carry bag, enabling you to pack more.

4.Don’t Fold Your Clothes, Roll Them

Many travel experts including backpackers, who stuff months’ worth of clothing into small bags, agree that rolling is superior to folding.

Tightly rolled clothes take up less space than folded ones. Plus, they’re less prone to getting deep wrinkles from fold creases.

Plus the benefit of this is you won’t have to arrive at your holiday destination and be faced with a pile of clothes that need ironing.

5.Pack In Layers

“Wear Layers & Pack Layers”! This is the golden rule that most frequent flyers follow.

First, your on-the-road wardrobe should feature plenty of layers, which will help you jet set through multiple climates in style and comfort.

Second, the items in your bag should be packed in neat layers for easy screening. You can pack 1 layer of clothes, 1 layer of electronics, 1 layer of shoes and so on. This will help the security agent screen your bag easily and give him/her a clearer picture.

The faster the security agent can screen your stuff, the faster you’ll get through the security line.

6. Never Keep Essential Items In check-In Luggage

It’s very important to keep your valuable and essential belongings in your carry-on bag, not in your checked luggage.

Your passport, identification, money, credit cards, jewellery, electronics, and other valuables should always be brought onto the airplane with you.

7.Fill Dead Spaces

When it comes to packing, make use of every little inch of suitcase space that you can.

Roll tops, underwear, socks and other small items and stuff them into your shoes to make sure every possible space is filled.

Just make sure that you keep the airline’s baggage weight limit in mind, cause you can end up packing more than you need with this hack.

8.Use Zip Lock Bags

How do you usually organise all of your electronics, cables, those fiddly things that take you ages to dig out at security? Stuff them like the rest of Us?

Well, if you want to organise your packing then get yourself a stash of Zip lock bags.

Use them to store electrical items like a phone charger, camera charger, adaptors or headphones, household items like house keys, medication and other loose accessories.

9.Make Your Suitcase Unique

With air travel on the rise, companies such as VIP and American Tourister are mass producing their bags, which makes it difficult for us to have a unique suitcase.

Don’t be faced with a crisis at the airport baggage carousel, when you’re searching for your luggage amidst its identical neighbours.

Label your suitcase with luggage tags and give it a bit of a makeover to help spot it in the crowd. Decorate it with ribbons, stickers or even colourful shoelaces so it’s instantly recognisable.

10.Buy A Lightweight Suitcase

A suitcase is easily one of the most essential travel items that you can own. After all, you rely on it to pack all the things you love.

Juggling between gifts for the family and airline Baggage Allowance can be a tough task. And that is exactly why lightweight luggage is so essential.

They are spacious, mobile, give less strain to your body and helps you save on baggage fees by being lightweight.

Read more about “Why You Should Carry A Lightweight Suitcase The Next Time You Fly”

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10 Screen-Free Tips To Keep Kids Entertained On A Flight!

AirWhizzOct 05, 2018 No Comments

10 Screen-Free Tips To Keep Kids Entertained On A Flight!

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We all know how energetic kids are in general. But they can seem handful, especially in the small confined space of the airplane cabin.

When you fly with kids, its really important to pack and strategize for the flight accordingly because being unprepared can result in an exhausting experience for you, the child and other passengers.

A tablet or laptop can be an easy way to keep them occupied, but there are several low-tech ways to ensure you and your kids have an enjoyable flight.

Looking to cut down on the screen time of your kids? Here are 10 ways to keep your kids entertained on a flight without ever taking out your tablet.

1.Surprise Them With A New Toy

Before you leave for home, pack your kid’s favourite toys, but keep some room for a surprise toy.

You can pack the surprise toy in their backpack or yours, but don’t reveal it to them until the flight.

Kids are more likely to stay engaged with a new toy for a longer period of time. And though one new toy may be plenty for a flight, on long-haul flights, consider at least two.

2.Pack Crayons & Activity Books

Pack an empty book with crayons and encourage them to become inflight artists when they become restless.

You can also pack a colouring book depending on the age of your kid, however just keep a close eye on them and make sure the plane itself isn’t turning into a piece of art.

You can also set aside some flight time for their learning. Pack an age-appropriate activity book or their school homework.

Just make sure your kids are studying their favourite subject to prevent them from feeling stressed or pressured. Let them choose their subject book before you pack.

3.Download Your Kid’s Favourite Music

It’s a universal fact that kids love music, so use it to your advantage!

Download your kid’s favourite before you leave your home. Get them involved while selecting the songs so that they’re excited about the playlist.

Just remember to pack a pair of headphones.

4.Try Magnet Based Games

Magnetic board games are a great source of entertainment for your kid, especially on flights.

The pieces stick to the playing board, making it more difficult to lose them in-flight. Plus, you’ll also have great fun challenging your little one with classic games like chess, snakes & ladders or Ludo.

Stretch the game time for as long as possible and let them win every now and then so that they don’t lose interest.

You can also purchase magnetic building blocks for your kids to play with on the flight.

5.Read Them A Book

Most passengers won’t mind you reading to your kids.

Bring a few of their favourite books so you can give them options and variety. Comic books are also great since they are relatively lightweight and full of pictures.

After reading a story through once, depending on the age, challenge your kids to practice reading the book back to you.

This should keep you and your kids occupied.

6.Befriend The Cabin Crew

You can extend your kid’s excitement about the flight by bringing a new pal into the picture!

Make friends with the cabin crew and ask them to drop by now and then to say hello and congratulate your child for being so well-behaved.

This is a great way to build your kid’s self-esteem and keep him or her excited about their next trip.

When the seatbelt sign is off, you can take your kid to the back of the airplane so they can talk to the flight attendants when they are not on official duty.

Flight attendants are usually very caring, attentive and enjoy chatting with kids.

7.Play Card Games

Card games are a favourite for many parents flying with kids.

Carry a few of your kid’s favourite card games and, as with every activity on a flight, try to push the game for as long as possible.

Remember that your primary goal is to keep them distracted until you arrive at your destination.

8.Pack Plenty Of Food & Snacks

Snacks can be surprisingly distracting and entertaining for kids during a flight!

Kids tend to become fidgety and unhappy when they are hungry so make sure that you keep their bellies full.

Bring familiar foods that your kids love and enjoy at home, and then pack a special treat that they don’t normally get.

Just avoid pungent foods, as a courtesy to your in-flight neighbours.

9.Have A Conversation With Them

This is the easiest and also the most overlooked way to keep your kids entertained during a flight.

These days parents and children are often so absorbed in their electronic devices that no one takes advantage of a good conversation.

On your next flight, discuss with your kids where you are traveling, what you will see & do. On your way back talk about what they enjoyed about the trip and what they learned from it.

10.Give Your Kid A Camera

It may sound out of the box, but this is something that many parents who fly regularly with their kids like to do.

Now we aren’t saying that give them expensive DSLR cameras, but there are many cameras for kids available out there.

Just make sure that they are seated near the window. They will be occupied taking pictures from the airplane window.

And bring along a large memory card, because once your kids get excited about having a camera and taking pictures, they just may take pictures of every single thing.

In case you forget to pack things like books, headphones or snacks, don’t worry, we’ve got your back! Simply download the AirWhizz app to get all the information about different shops at the airport along with real-time flight updates, airline information and much more.

Have a great journey with your kid and Fly Stress-Free!

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New Visa Rules Every Indian Passport Holder Must Know!

AirWhizzSep 24, 2018 No Comments

New Visa Rules Every Indian Passport Holder Must Know!

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If you have an Indian Passport and travel abroad frequently, chances are that you’ve had to go through the, troublesome but compulsory, visa process for more than once.

As of 2018, 59 countries offer visa on arrival or visa-free travel to Indian passport holders. But that is hardly any consolation, given that most countries in Europe and North/South America still require you to get that visa stamped on your passport.

However, in what comes as slight relief, visa rules have been relaxed for some major countries where many Indians often like to travel to or live.

There is a new set of visa rules in place and if you hold an Indian passport, this might ease your travel a bit.

Let’s Take A Look At The New Rules:

1.Japan

Japan is one of those Asian countries whose visa rules for Indians used to be at par with probably the US or European countries.

But Japan has now relatively eased travel to the country for holders of Indian passport.

Travellers who want to visit ‘The Land Of The Rising Sun’ for a short while or are applying for a multiple-entry visa, you don’t need to show an employment certificate or explanation letter stating the reason for your visit.

You need your visa application form along with a valid/recent photograph and proof of your financial stability if you are travelling for tourism.

If your trip to Japan is business-related, you need documents to prove your affiliation to the enterprise.

2.France

You do not need to apply for an airport transit visa if you’re travelling through any of the international airports in France.

What this means is that if you have a connecting flight from India to somewhere via an airport in France, you do not need to apply separately for a French visa.

3.Oman

If you are travelling to Oman, you can now get a month-long tourist visa on arrival in the country for an amount of 20 Omani Riyal (Rs 3,700).

However, this rule holds only if you reside or hold an entry visa to the US, Canada, Australia, UK, Japan or Schengen states.

Your spouse and children accompanying you can also get a visa on arrival.

4.United Arab Emirates (UAE)

If you are a specialist in medicine, science and research, or even an exceptional student or investor, the UAE will grant you a 10-year-long work visa if you want to visit the country.

UAE wants to encourage highly skilled professionals and potential investors to visit them so that they can boost their economy.

Travellers will also be allowed to fly between India and the rest of the world through Dubai and Abu Dhabi on a free transit visa valid for 48 hours. This validity can be extended up to 96 hours by paying a small fee.

Another ruling is, that between July 15th and September 15th every year, dependents under the age of 18 can get free visas.

5.Myanmar

You can now drive into Myanmar without any hassle, as Indian travellers don’t need a special land route permit to enter into the country.

You can apply for an e-visa prior to your departure and present it at the check-post, which you will receive, in less than 24 hours and is valid for 28 days after your entry.

6.Kazakhstan

Travelling to a country on Kazakhstan‘s national carrier Air Astana or any other Kazakh airline?

You can get a 72-hour transit visa for Kazakhstan, that too for free. If you plan to stay in Astana or Almaty, book your hotel in advance and make sure to inform the airline before departure.

They have also started issuing 30-day e-visas to Indian travellers.

7.Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia will issue tourist visas to women aged 25 and above, even if they visit the country without being accompanied by a man.

This is thanks to Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman, who wants a ‘moderate, open Islam’ system in his country.

This is the first time Saudi Arabia has relaxed visa rules on this front.

Other New Visa Rules You Should Know About:
  • Israel has now cut down its visa fee for Indian passport holders from Rs 1,700 to Rs 1,100. You need to apply for a visa in the B2 visa (business, tourism or meeting or conference) category in order to avail the new price.
  • Travelling to Uzbekistan from India is also easier now. Submit your e-visa application three days before your trip. You can get a single-entry e-visa for a 30-day period.
  • Indian passport holders can now get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe. India is among the 28 countries that Zimbabwe has relaxed visa rules for.

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10 Tips To Save On Your Next Flight Ticket!

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10 Tips To Save On Your Next Flight Ticket!

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Air travel has become really cheap in India if you compare it with the international market.

We can appreciate the government of India for its efforts in making flights economic and taking initiatives like UDAN (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik), which has led to the reason for flights becoming inexpensive.

All seems good but, there is another side to all this.

The tickets are expensive on major routes and are super expensive if you need it urgently. So, let’s check out some tricks that can help you land a cheap ticket the next time you fly.

1. Decide The Days You’ll Fly

Friday, Saturday and Sunday are the three most important days in a week for most of us. After all, Friday marks the beginning of our much needed weekend breaks!

However, things turn upside down when it comes to booking flight tickets on these three days.

Usually, most people fly on these three days, which obviously causes the airline to raise those airfares.

However, travel experts say that if you travel during mid-week, say between Monday-Thursday, you can easily get a discount of Rs 500 – Rs 2,000 on your booking.

2.Book Your Flight In Advance

Booking a flight ticket has become easy these days. A few minutes on the internet and your booking will be confirmed in seconds!

But have you ever thought about the best time to book a flight?

Ideally you should book a domestic flight 7 weeks prior and an international flight around 12 weeks prior to your date of travel.

This can save you as much as Rs 3000 on your next flight ticket.

3.Keep A Track Of Your Flight Schedules & Fares

Airlines often use the term ‘Airfares are subject to change’. So why not make the most of it!

Before making your next booking, keep a regular track on the flight schedules and fares.

Since the airfares are subjected to change, there is every possibility that you might get your tickets at the best possible price.

In fact, you can even get it at half of the actual price.

4.Keep Your Travel Plan Flexible

Sometimes taking a direct flight is much more expensive than taking a flight to an airport near your final destination and then travel by land or water.

It is observed that the flights to the major cities or the airports usually comes with a hefty price tag.

If you aren’t too rigid on traveling on a direct flight to your destination and are ok with a little detour then you should definitely try this.

This will not only help you save on your flight ticket but will also allow you time for a trip within a trip.

5. Try Different Airlines

Most frequent flyers prefer this, especially those who fly internationally.

As mentioned above, direct flights might be very expensive, however, if you break your journey into multiple parts, your flight cost might reduce to a certain limit.

For instance, if you’re travelling to New York from New Delhi, a direct flight might cost you more than taking a detour to a European country and booking a flight from there to New York on a different airline.

Also, considering the fact that not all the airline carriers offer the same price from a particular destination, you can always opt for the most reasonable flights and complete your journey.

6.Split Your Travelling Group Into Multiple Small Groups

It’s a common myth that booking flight tickets in bulk always results in low cost or an added amount of discount!

But sometimes airlines do offer group booking discounts on certain occasions, that too for smaller groups.

In case, you’re travelling in a large group, split it into smaller groups and book tickets individually for those groups.

Sounds a bit complicated, but it definitely does the trick and helps you save money.

7.Use The Right Website/App To Book your Flight

With the evolution in the digital world, things are now only a click away from us.

Even when it comes to booking flights, a small application in your mobile phone can help or guide you through the entire process.

On top of this, these applications and websites not only help you in booking, but also analyses the cost of the flights from different airlines and offer you the most reasonable price.

Sites and apps such as Skyscanner, MakeMyTrip and GoIbibo can get you the best flight deals from across the globe.

8.Subscribe To An Airline’s Newsletter/Website

Airlines, quite often come up with some early-bird offers, off-season sale and discounts.

Though these offers come for a short duration, they do allow the flyers to book their tickets at a discounted price.

Do subscribe to all these promotional offers and newsletters, and get the right offers at the right time!

9.Use The Right Card To Pay For Your Ticket

Debit or Credit Cards have  replaced the common trait of dealing with cash. Even while booking flight tickets online, we now prefer using our cards.

In case you didn’t know, now a days credit/debit card companies offer special travel offers exclusively to their customers.

So keep an eye out for this or you can simply ask your bank’s representative what all offers do they have for frequent flyers .

10.Join Frequent Flyer Programmes

Whether you are a frequent flyer or fly just twice a year, sign up with different frequent flyer programs.

Join rewards programs with different airlines. You can use your accumulated points to save up on your airplane seat or better, upgrade it.

Airlines always have discounts and promotional offers for their frequent flyer program members.

Use those saved up miles to travel to that destination in first class or a business class seats on long, expensive flights and fly stress-free.

If you want to know more about different airline policies, look no further. Simply download the AirWhizz App to get all the information about you airline and airport, along with real-time weather and flight updates on the move.

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10 Travel Hacks To Make Your Airport Journey A Breeze!

AirWhizzSep 14, 2018 No Comments

10 Travel Hacks To Make Your Airport Journey A Breeze!

Travel Like a Pro

For frequent flyers travelling through an airport is easy, but for most of us getting through the airport can be a tricky business.

The long queues, boring waits or worst, lost luggage can ruin anybody’s holiday buzz.

But if you’re well prepared, there are plenty of tricks that can make your airport journey a bearable experience.

To have a stress free and seamless experience at the airport, here are 10 travel hacks that will make your journey from the airport entrance to the boarding gate a breeze.

1. Take Pictures Of Your Luggage

 

Losing your luggage at the airport can be frustrating, especially if the airline misplaces it.

Click a few pictures of your check-in luggage before you leave for the airport. This will make it easier for airport staff to locate it if it goes missing in transit.

Describing your bag to a member of staff at a foreign airport could prove tricky so its good to be prepared.

2.Pack An Empty Water Bottle In Your Carry-On Bag

Airports have a reputation for being notoriously expensive when it comes to purchasing food or water. Plus you aren’t allowed to carry liquids during security checks.

However, security staff will allow you to carry empty bottles.

Once your security check is done, you can go to any water dispenser located at the food court or the boarding area and fill up your bottle.

Stay hydrated and fly healthy!

3.Check-In Next To First/Business Class Line

With things becoming automated these days, airports have installed self check-in kiosks for the convenience of the passenger.

But, most passengers want to take the conventional route and collect their tickets form the check-in desks.

Many seasoned travellers suggest that you should join the check-in line near the first/business class counter.

This is because mostly these lines have fewer passengers and if the counter is free, the desk agent can help you check-in, even if you’re traveling in the economy class.

4. Make Use Of The Internet

If your flight gets delayed and aren’t sure what’s going on, avoid the sea of people crowding the desk agent and trying to get information.

Jump online and check your airline’s official website. They will update the status of your flight without fail.

It’s also worth contacting your airline on Twitter as their customer service representatives are prompt to reply with all the necessary information.

5. Go To The Left At Security Checkpoint

After you’ve checked in and collected your boarding pass, the next step is to go through a security check.

Since a majority of people are right-handed, they tend to select the security lane on the right when faced with a choice.

This means that there’ll be fewer people standing in the left side queue at airport security counter.

Going through security can be torturous, so speed up the process by turning left!

6. Prepare For Security In The Queue Itself

The security queue is always the longest, as nobody seems to be prepared for it despite the fact that the process is always the same.

Don’t wait until you get to the front of the line to take your phone, keys, loose change and other stuff.

Take care of it while waiting in the inevitable security line.

7. Check Out The Lost & Found Section

If you’ve forgotten to pack an everyday item like a phone charger or headphones, you should definitely go to the ‘Lost & Found’ desk at the airport.

Anything that has been in lost and found for up to 90 days is no longer the property of its owner.

So if they have the item, you’re looking for, that has been in their possession for over 90 days, they can hand it over to you.

8. Find An Empty Boarding Gate During Layovers Or Delays

If you have a few hours to spare and don’t want to visit an expensive airport lounge, opt for a boarding gate which is not being used.

You’ll have a peaceful and comfortable experience when you have seats, power outlets and Wi-Fi signals to yourself at an empty gate.

Just make sure that you sit at a place where you can hear the announcements related to your flight.

9. Be Careful When Wearing Headphones

Listening to music, streaming a podcast or watching a movie on your mobile device helps pass time when you are waiting for your flight.

But, it also puts you at the risk of missing important announcements like a change in the boarding gate or a boarding call.

Make sure that you’re alert at all times and keep the volume low.

10. Be Informed About Your Destination or Layover Airport

You’re probably pretty familiar with your home airport, but layover/destination airports can get confusing, especially if you’re in foreign lands.

Today there are apps that help you map the airport by providing you with information about different amenities available at each terminal.

This can save you time if you’re trying to find food or toiletries during a tight connection.

Also running around the airport looking for a gate number is hardly relaxing, so map out your route by using these apps.

If you’re wondering which app to use, look no further. Simply download the AirWhizz App to get all the information you need about your airport along with real-time flight updates, information about airline policies and many other air travel services on the move.

Breeze through the airport with these simple hacks and Fly Stress-Free!

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