Switzerland goes electric The Swiss National Tourist Office has opened the E-Grand Tour of Switzerland, the world’s first official holiday route which can be completed entirely by electric car. The 100-mile route includes 200 charging stations, and features more than 44 highlights, including 12 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 22 lakes and five Alpine passes. myswitzerland.com
India extends e-Tourist visas The length of time visitors to India with an e-Tourist visa can stay in the country has gone up from 20 days to 60, thanks to new visa guidelines introduced in April. This will include double-entry for those on a business and tourist e-Visa, and triple entry for those on a medical e-Visa. The application window has also increased from 30 days to 120. incredibleindia.org
