Karnataka to promote golf tourism

The state of Karnataka has unveiled plans to develop its golf tourism sector, The Hindu reports.

The Karnataka tourism department will now offer incentives to those investing in development of golf courses in the state, with the long-term goal of luring more overseas golfers and host international tournaments. The projects will also create new jobs in the state, the department added.

According to a recent order, Karnataka will offer subsidies to companies deciding to set up golf courses, with a focus on destinations such as Bengaluru and Mysuru, where courses could be linked to international conference facilities.

Currently, most of the golf courses in the State are concentrated in Bengaluru, Mysuru, Hubballi, Coorg, Chikamagalur and Mangaluru.

News Source : traveldailymedia.com/india/

You might also like

Latest

Virgin Atlantic and The Sleep Council reveal the secret to a good flight’s sleep

Virgin Atlantic have launched a series of sleep guides for customers Working with experts at The Sleep Council the guides reveal what to eat, wear and smell to help you

Latest

Strong traffic growth continues in May

Global domestic travel demand rose 6.6% in May, strongest in India. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) recently announced global passenger traffic results for May showing strong demand growth compared

Trends

Singapore Airlines eyes West-bound Indian passengers

Singapore Airlines hopes to lure the Indian flyers flying to the West —Europe and North America as the airline increases flights to North America. Singapore Airlines expects more travellers from