2010 September

Explore the Emerals Islands – The Andaman and the Nicobar

28. September 2010

Welcome you all to the mini India – The Andaman and the Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal is every naturist heaven. The sun kissed and pristine crescent beaches, the culturally and historically rich museums and monuments, the tropical rain forests; all present a marvelous mix of nature’s most precious delights. Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a once in a lifetime holiday experience for every nature enthusiast. You will simply adore the beauty of the Mother Nature. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a true epitome of unity in diversity as you will find people of various religions, culture living together in perfect peace and harmony. The spot from where one should start his holiday are the beaches. The Jolly Buoy Island in Mahatma Gandhi National Park, offers a breathtaking view [...]

Rainforest Vacations For the Honeymooners and Romantics

23. September 2010

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Rainforest Vacations For the Honeymooners and Romantics

Well, we aren’t saying that there is anything wrong with the all-inclusive resort packages; but then again a visit to one of the few remaining tropical rain forests of the world might make for an ultimate honeymoon. A good half of the living species on earth are said to be found here in what makes up for about 6% of world, which is what makes up for the rain forest spaces globally. The advances made in eco-tourism mean that travelers can now visit these rare environments without having to compromise on the comfort and luxury factor. For those who are interested in nature, wildlife, adventure and a forest getaway, such a vacation/honeymoon would mean endless amount of possibilities. Peru: What: A good three ecosystems are known to merge into each other within the boundaries of the Tambopata [...]

Cruising Around Europe

21. September 2010

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The idea of a river cruise sure does sound appealing to everyone, doesn’t it? But then again, with all of the rivers across the world, how do you know which cruise will be best for you? Read on to find out our take on some of the best river cruises that the European continent has for you. Seine River: Where: France Apt for: Art lovers, Romantic Couples, Francophiles Route Taken: A cruise along the Seine will focus heavily on the sightseeing that there is to be done in and around the region of Paris. Typically, most weeklong cruises along Seine would include a day or two stop over at Paris before actually travelling towards the English Channel and Honfleur. Other stops would include Giverny, which is the home to the artist Claude Monet and the ‘City of 100 spires’ – Rouen. [...]

The Markets of Hong Kong

16. September 2010

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Well, the whole world seems to agree on one thing when it comes to shopping in Asia – it can be quite a treat. If you have your bargaining skills in place and seem to know exactly where it is that you should be shopping, then you’re in safe hands. If you have zeroed in on Hong Kong to be one of your holiday destinations this time around, let us help you with the markets you need to be visiting to ensure that you’re shopping right. This region is bustling with extremely colorful markets and is known to be an integral part of even the local lifestyle and culture. But these markets sure are a haven for tourists who can bargain here and take away a lot more than they’d carried bags for. Here’s a list of some of the most important and according to us worth-a-try markets in Hong [...]

Cheshire Must Do’s

14. September 2010

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When in England, most of us scurry and hurry through the country, not realizing that there are the smaller beauties that await us, nestled away from the main areas of the country. Cheshire is one such beauty. The serenity of this one time county offers a lot for the traveler’s soul. Read on to find out what it is that you could do on a trip to Cheshire. Serenity Of The City: County of Chester, as it was known as before, is said to have survived through time, with most of its ancient and fine features intact. If you take a walk across the old Roman walls, you’d have a splendid view of the old city – the amphitheater, cathedral and the Roman Garden. You’d also get an unobstructed view of the River Dee and stretch your vision and watch the magnificent Welsh mountains that tower beyond [...]

Visiting the Spirits at Marrero Mansion, Key West

9. September 2010

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Visiting the Spirits at Marrero Mansion, Key West

Key West might be the southernmost city of the United States, but it very well could turn out to be the scariest and spookiest of them as well. This city offers its visitors with a myriad of things to and will enthrall those with an adventurous streak, given the fact that it is known for its real life stories of shipwrecks and pirates, writers, artists and dignitaries. You'll never be at a lack of finding live music arenas, art galleries, water sports or restaurants which are unique to Key West. Once you get down finishing off with all these quintessential things of the island life, you might want to try one more offering that this city has for you. You could take a tour to visit or stay in one of the famous haunted mansions. Marrero’s Haunted Guest Mansion: This Guest Mansion which [...]

Ways to See the Outback

7. September 2010

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If you do decide to venture into the heart and soul of Southern Australia, it will be better you settle for an adventure in the Outback. Add these to-do’s to your travel bucket list when you’re in Australia. Wildlife in South Australia: The wildlife in South Australia is extremely intelligent and knows that the midday heat isn’t the best time to be taking a stroll outside. So if you do expect to be spotting any wildlife, then it would be advisable to look out for them at around sunset or sunrise. This is the best time for wildlife spotting. If you do manage to catch a full-sized male kangaroo bouncing across a field, it can be quite a mesmerizing sight. Be extremely careful when you’re driving across at night time or at dusk time. You wouldn’t want to bump into one of them, [...]

Things You May Not Have Known About Turkey

2. September 2010

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Things You May Not Have Known About Turkey

Every time you’ve heard of Turkey, you’ve associated it with the kebabs, the glasses of tea and the haggling in the bazaar. But if you’re keen on really getting under the skin of this country, here are a few more things that you may not have known about the culture and the life of Turkey. Not all of the Turkish men are blessed with moustaches. Believe it or not, not all the men in Turkey will have moustaches lacing their faces. The members of the yesteryears, the ones from the older generation, are likely to have moustaches adorning their faces; whereas the younger ones may have preferred giving it a snip. They are more likely to be sporting a look that is clean-shaven. Turkey has no camels. When you step right outside a holiday resort in Turkey, it is a common sight to see [...]

Europe’s Largest City Park – Englischer Garten

1. September 2010

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Europe’s Largest City Park – Englischer Garten

If anyone had to ask you, which is Europe’s largest city park, would you know? The answer would be the Englischer Garten (English Garden) in Munich. The main attractions of the park would include the Chinese Pagoda, a Japanese tea house and two beer gardens. The park also houses a Greek style temple, called the Monopteros. A Brief History: The construction of this garden was started in the late 1700s. Then Archduke and Elector Carl Theodor had taken the beautification and transformation of the city onto himself. It was one of his wishes to have a ‘military garden’, so that this area could give information out to soldiers about agriculture; plus it would double up as an area of recreation for them. The military gardens are said to have opened in the year 1789 and soon after [...]