The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development (TDTD) is inviting cyclists to experience Tennessee on 52 new curated road cycling routes that wind their way through the state’s picturesque landscapes. The new program, Bike Tennessee, launched today at BikeTN.com and allows cyclists to engage with the routes using the app Ride with GPS. “From our music to our makers, Tennessee is a state full of storytellers and our beauty is unmatched,” said Commissioner Mark Ezell, TDTD. “As travelers increasingly seek sustainable and authentic experiences, we invite them to explore our scenic routes and discover the charm of our small towns. We are pleased to partner with Ride with GPS and showcase the hidden gems and breathtaking landscapes that define our state.”
The EU’s new multiple entry visa scheme is making it easier for Indians to travel to Europe
05.05.2024 - 23:09 / euronews.com / Angela Symons
The EU has just made it easier for Indian nationals to travel to Europe.
An update to the Schengen visa rules announced last week opens up multiple entry trips for frequent travellers.
The so-called ‘cascade’ system enables Indian citizens who have used a short-stay Schengen visa twice within the last three years to apply for a two-year multiple entry visa.
This can be followed by a five-year visa, providing their passport has sufficient validity.
The new scheme aims to strengthen relations with India as an important partner for the EU, and to secure cooperation on migration policy between the two.
“Travel to Europe made easy!”, EU Ambassador to India Hervé Delphin wrote on X - formerly Twitter - when announcing the visa programme. “The EU takes another step towards enhancing people-to-people contact with India.”
Travel to Europe made easy! ✈️
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