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Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Dubai Attractions - 5 Things to Do In Dubai


In the desert of the UAE is one of the most luxurious destinations in the world - the city of Dubai. This oasis in a vast desert landscape is perfectly located in the Persian Gulf, where light winds inland, to help cut through the heat of the day. In recent years, Dubai has experienced massive industrial growth to become one of the most popular playgrounds of the rich and famous.

 

Top Most 5 Dubai Attractions

1. Beaches - Dubai is home to some of the most stunning beaches in the world. With its pure white sandy shores and deeper waters of the blues, relaxing on the beach all day is an activity that will never grow old in their relaxing vacation in Dubai. Just remember the sunscreen!

2. Shopping - Malls and shopping centers spread across Dubai, so you are never far from a shopping experience. Some of the luxury shopping malls including Mall of the Emirates and Deira City Centre. Always remember that barter with the seller - they expect you to. Also, if you are traveling to Dubai in January, be sure to stop by one of the most famous shopping festivals in Dubai of the year.

3. Hot Air balloon rides - Dubai street view is awesome. However, seeing hundreds of feet into the air is totally awesome! Enjoy a balloon ride and see how this tropical landscape quickly disintegrates into the surrounding desert.

4. Dune Bashing - Take out a special SUV in sand dunes (with an experienced driver, of course) and go four wheels. It's an exhilarating ride that is topped with a fancy dinner.

5. Cruise on the Creek - Dubai is divided in half by a stream that is responsible for the location of the city and growth. Dinner cruises are available to experience greater pleasure of gliding slowly along the creek while enjoying a sumptuous meal.


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Monday, November 14, 2011

Discover Romantic Destination Cities: Venice Italy

There is next to the attainment of which Venice is truly the Queen of the Adriatic. Her adorableness and breadth is unmatched, unparalleled by any city added the limits in Italy or anywhere away from the world. The adorableness of this jewel in the sea has completed acclaimed abundant in literature, in art, in the amphitheater and cinema.



No wonder that Venice is in the list of most romantic cities in Europe. Old buildings with pictures of colorful flowers and paint the beautiful, elaborate churches, in good condition of the bridges that connect the numerous water courses, this city has a definite romantic touch. The legendary Bridge of Sighs, Rialto Bridge, gondolas called us all to take pictures. Many pictures, many of the splendors of beauty architectural windows, laundry hanging outside, including the Grand Canal during peak hours and again at night with full moon hangs upside shout to be registered for the sake of history. The perfect place to celebrate this special day, whether a honeymoon, anniversary, family reunion or any other excuse for a romantic getaway.



Adding to the adorableness abstract and pleasantness of Venice are canals, the streets of capital city. There are 150 channels running through the city, crossed by about 400 bridges and streets full of auxiliary mitigate. First of all, some of these channels is the Grand Canal, the artery of Venice adulterated capital.

The gondolas travel these channels are a symbol of adventure associated with Venice. Lovers in Venice constantly anniversary performance of the adventitia of captain at home in a gondola gondolier paddles by. Some gondoliers can carol a song from the adulation of Venice to couples who request it. A fable limited, even says that if the captain of the fourth lovers Rio di Palazzo gondola into the darkness and the award of a kiss under the arch of Sighs, the arc that connects the Palazzo Ducale to the prisons with her , the lovers a flattering assignment that lasts a lifetime.



The Doge's Palace and the underground dwelling of the doge of Venice, if the limits of the city, even the affection of a republic that is abstracted from Italy. The Ducal Palace housed the offices and accessible range running from Venice, so the Ducal Palace at the time was the center of the back and the city government. Gothic style, the palace is a sheer variety of fresh building and works of art illustrating the history of Venice.


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Saturday, October 15, 2011

Top Five Popular Christmas Destinations - Places to spend your Christmas

Are you tired of spending Christmas at home year after year? If so, this year, adding a touch of adventure to your Christmas, when exiting. Not only the house, but outside of your city! There are many famous places and explored in the world that are ideal for the Christmas holidays with their loved ones. All you have to do is choose a destination that suits your needs and, of course, your budget! In this paper, we have compiled a list of the top ten Christmas destinations that will surely help you decide the best option.

Top Five Popular Christmas Destinations
 

Caribbean Islands
Caribbean Islands is without doubt one of the best places to go for Christmas. The destination boasts 2,500 miles along the island chain in the crystal blue Caribbean Sea and some of the best beaches in the world. Celebrating Christmas in the Caribbean will surely be a lifetime experience.

 
 
Goa India
Want the best of sun, sand, sea and sumptuous seafood? You get all this and more in one of the best destinations in India - the state of Goa. The small state is a fascinating mixture of modern life and historical legacy that is sure to give you a high at Christmas. Go to Goa and release all the stresses of your everyday life!

 
 
Holland
Located in the Netherlands, Holland is a beautiful place that has the rustic lifestyle, which is mixed with urban chic living of local people. Large fields of colorful tulips, picturesque landscapes, vast agricultural lands, etc. make Holland very quiet and ideal for a quiet Christmas with his family.

 
Las Vegas
Las Vegas offers visitors the best of everything you need to have a memorable Christmas holiday. With almost everything that is larger than life, Christmas is sure to be an event in itself, if you spend the holidays in Las Vegas. This feature makes it one of the top ten destinations for Christmas.

 
 New York
The New York Times Square is one of the favorite places for tourists to be on the wonderful occasion of Christmas. It could reach parts literally every minute of life, when you're in New York. In fact, crossing the busy streets of New York is one of the best ways to spend Christmas and do a lot of shopping.
 
 
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Monday, October 10, 2011

Dharamsala Tourist Guide – Places to Visit Dharamsala Himachal

The "LAHSA in India", Dharamshala is known for its beautiful landscape and stunning scenery and picturesque inspiring. Located between the Shivalik Hills and the Dhauladhars, Dharamshala is surrounded by nature - pine and Deodar forests, sparkling streams tea gardens. A hill resort and a main township of Kangra Valley, has a large Tibetan community, as part of its natives.



Places To Visit In Dharamsala

Kangra Art Museum
A gallery of miniature paintings, because it has a collection of sculptures, pottery and anthropological objects, paintings miniture Kangra school of art. It also has elaborate costumes embroidered Kangra people, woodcarvings and tribal jewelry.

War Memorial
As you enter the city, amid the pines is a monument to the fallen. A network of narrow paths and sections leading to the monument. This monument was erected to commemorate the war heroes of the post-independence.



Dall Lake
This bright blue lake called Lake Dall. This lake is 11km from Dharamshala and is accessible by road. Dall lake is an ideal place for scenic picnic area.

St. John's Church
One of the most poignant memories of the British Raj, is the Church of St. John in the desert. This charming stone church dress is located just 8 km from Dharamsala on the way to McLeod Ganj.

Bhagsunath
11 km from the center of the city of Dharamsala is the ancient temple of Bhagsunath. This temple dedicated to Shiva, was built by the Raja of Kangra in the 16th century. There are many fresh water springs near the temple.

Dharmkot
Dharmkot is just 11 km from Dharamsala. From here you can get a panoramic view very Kangra Valley. Dhauladhar ranges are visible from this location. The attractive scenes of the valley and the natural splendor of the area have made people visit the place time and again.


Norbulinka Institute
Norbulinka, which is only 4 km from Dharamsala, has a Japanese influence. The shady paths, wooden bridges, small streams and water drops smaller than this place is like heaven. It was created to preserve and teach the ancient art of Tibet. A first convent of the institution teaches advance levels of Buddhist philosophy to women.

Chinmaya Tapovan
10 km from the city, is the ashram complex established by Swami Chinmayananda. We choose this lovely place on the banks of Bindu Saras, to build his ashram, which includes an image of nine feet tall Hanuman, a Ram temple, a meditation hall, a school and a health and recreation.


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Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Adventure Destinations of most of the trekking in Ladakh

One of the favorite destinations of most of the trekking in Ladakh, that some of the most picturesque and challenging treks in northern India. Ladakh offers trekking adventure travel. This is the configuration between two of the mountain ranges in the world, the Himalayas and Karakorum al. Ladakh lies at altitudes ranging from about 9,000 feet (2,750 m) at Kargil to 25,170 feet (7672 m) in Kangri in the Karakoram Saser. This valley banned first by the enemy and its strategic geographic position. The attraction for the tourists here are the snowy peaks, clear lakes, barren land, etc. The best time to go trekking in Ladakh expeditions in this region is between July and September.

Ladakh - Trekking tours :

1. Sham Valley Trek


Area : Ladakh
Duration : 7 Days
Best Time : Round the year
Highest Point : Tsermangchan La (3750 mts)
Highlight : People, Village, Wildlife and High Passes
Physical Challenge : Easy


2. Markha Valley Trek


Area : Ladakh Himalayas
Duration : 12 Days
Max. Altitude : 5150 mts/16895 ft)
Grade : Moderate to challenging
Season : Mid June - Mid Oct>

3. Stok Kangri Trek



Area : Ladakh Himalaya
Grade : Alpine - Challenging
Max. Altitude : 6150 mts/20172 ft
Season : Mid June - Mid October
Duration : 15 days

4. Nubra Valley Trek


Area : Ladakh Himalayas
Duration : 11 Days
Max. Altitude : 5420 m/17783ft
Grade : Moderate to challenging
Season : Mid June - Mid Oct

5. Trans Zanskar Trek


Area : Ladakh Himalayas
Duration : 27 Days
Max. Altitude : 5090 mts/16695 ft)
Grade : Challenging
Season : Mid June - Mid Oct




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Monday, October 3, 2011

Mussoorie Travel Guide: Tourism attractions, things to do and places to visit


Introduction

Mussoorie as hill station began to develop after 1820 when Captain Young a British army officer made the small town of residence. The immense natural beauty also attracted others to this place. Soon the area became an important center for tourism and education in northern India. Mussoorie is blessed with everything you need to be a popular tourist destination. Pleasant climate, peaceful surroundings and panoramic views of all are some of the best features of Mussoorie. A vacation trip to Mussoorie is simply the best way to rejuvenate the tired mind and soul of the hectic lifestyle of the meters.


Mussoorie Attractions (Places to visit)

Gun Hill
The second highest peak of the mountain in Mussoorie, Gun Hill offers a panoramic view of the surrounding valley and snow-capped Himalayas. It is said that during the British Raj, a gun placed on the hill was used to people being fired warning. Since then, the place became known as Gun Hill. Aninteresting way to get there is by cable car.


Kempty Falls
The best attraction to enjoy during the trip Mussoorie, Kempty Falls is located about 15 km from the main town of Mussoorie and is a place full of people during the summer months. The water cascades from a height of 40 feet and is divided into five streams before hitting the ground and creating a large pool on the floor. People enjoy the dive in the pool during the hot summer of May and June.


Lal Tibba
The highest point of the city, Lal or Red Tibb Hill offers beautiful views of the Himalayas. At the edge of the hill stands a tower with a telescope that is used for sightseeing. Radio and television stations are located in this area.





The Mall
The mall is the area's busiest and most dynamic of Mussoorie. In line with several banks, shopping center gives an idea of the colonial era in Mussoorie.




How to Reach Mussoorie
Mussoorie is well connected with the rest of the country through the excellent road network. Dehradun is situated about 35 km from Mussoorie. Jolly Grant Airport about 20 km from the main city of Dehradun serves as the nearest airport to Mussoorie. Dehradun railway station is also the nearest railway station in the area of Mussoorie. Buses and taxis are available at the train station for the trip Mussoorie. Direct bus service is available to Mussoorie from Delhi and Dehradun. A taxi is the best way to reach Mussoorie from nearby cities to enjoy the lovely views of the hills on his way to the queen of hills.

Best Time to Visit Mussoorie
The climate of Mussoorie generally stays cool throughout the year. April to June is the best time to enjoy the tour Mussoorie, due to mild weather. However, these months are peak season in Mussoorie. The place is still crowded and hotel rooms are more expensive in recent months. September and October are also very pleasant months to visit the place. The winter months from December to February are very cold and the best for the trip to Mussoorie to enjoy the snow in the region.

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Friday, September 30, 2011

Best Place to Visit in October: Tena Tena Camp ZAMBIA - LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK

"Tena Tena Camp is completely beyond superlatives, and must be one of the best safari camps in Africa as a whole."

This camp is remote and small within the National Park and enjoys a great location in a sweeping curve of the Luangwa River.


A grove of mahogany trees shade much of the stores. From the thatched dining room and bar, guests can watch elephants, hippos and antelope on the riverbank. Nearby is a spectacular lagoon, Buca Buca, where he spent the morning sitting in silence while the game comes down to eat and drink. With the remote countryside and small, we have these scenes to ourselves.

5 to 10 guests
Tented accommodation
En suite bathrooms
Open June - October
Walking, drives, night drives

Tena Tena Activities

Fly-In Safari Lodge Wildlife Game Safari Walking / Honeymoon Photography Birding Hiking LuxuryTented Price Range Camp - South Africa: $ 350 - $ 600

  

Tena Tena Wildlife Attractions
Luangwa Valley, which marks the end of the Great Rift Valley, is one of the last pristine wilderness areas and possibly the best wildlife sanctuary in Africa. It covers an area of 9,000 square kilometers. through which the meandering Luangwa River runs. The ox bow lagoons, forests and plains of the valley of the host huge concentrations of game - including elephants, buffaloes, leopards, lions, giraffes, hippos - and more than 400 species of birds.



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Thursday, September 29, 2011

Top 5 Most Holiday Cities in the World

1. Paris

Paris is the capital of France, and also a romantic city. The museums and interesting buildings with extraordinary architecture that offers breathtaking scenery where you can enjoy your vacation, of course. The most representative monuments of Paris are the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Les Invalids, the Musée Louvru and more. Paris has with 14.8 million international visitors per year. 

 2. London


London, England, has 14 million visitors a year. People come here primarily for its attractive parks and gardens, museums, architecture. Main attractions include Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, London Eye, London Zoo, Natural History Museum, the Globe Theater, Charles Dickens Museum and Madame Tussauds. Big Ben is the great bell of the clock tower and is very famous throughout the world.


3. Bangkok

Bangkok is the capital of Thailand and is the most visited city in Asia at 10.2 million tourists a year. Major tourist attractions in Bangkok include the Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun.


4. Singapore

Singapore is a global financial center and the city popular with tourists. The city of Singapore is much visited and loved by tourists due to its two casinos and resorts that attract large numbers of people every year. This city has 9.7 million visitors a year.


5. Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur, located in Malaysia, is the 5th most visited city in the world and home of the magnificent Petronas Twin Towers, which were the world's tallest buildings from 1998-2004. It has 8.9 million visitors per year.


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