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Masinagudi Packages - Elephant Tracks    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Masinagudi is a small village found on the periphery of the forests belonging to the Nilgiri Biosphere. Located between the Bandipur National Park and Mudumalai National park in the Western Ghats at the border of the three states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala states, the major attraction of Masinagudi is the Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary. A popular Tiger Reserve, Mudumalai National Park is called by the locals as Masinagudi. A Mudumalai package would definitely include a jeep safari organised into the forests of Masinagudi in the early mornings and evenings. This 45 minute drive is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts who wish to spot wild animals in the forest settings. The forest department at Mudumalai organises these jeep safaris. If you have more time in hand, climb on top of one of the tame elephants owned by the forest department and tour the jungle. Because the elephant actually goes through the jungle, chances of seeing wild animals at close quarters are more. The forest department owns an elephant camp near Theppakkadu, near Masinagudi, and has around 30 elephants that are cared for and trained. One can witness them be given a thorough cleaning, followed by a pooja offering to the deity by the elephants themselves. Finally they are fed; each elephant has their own diet on an everyday basis to adhere to. A trip to Gopalswami Betta, a hill with a historic temple at its peak is a must. Being part of the Project Tiger Reserve, one could look down on the plateau as tiger sightings have been getting increasingly more common. Masinagudi is home to over 320 species of birds, both migratory as well as sedentary. The sholas and jungles provide perfect place for bird watching treks accompanied by a guide and ornithologist. Some of the birds found in Masinagudi are Bulbuls, Minivets, Larks, Woodpeckers, Great Pied Hornbill, Malabar Grey Hornbill, Painted Bush Quail, Nilgiri Wood Pigeon, Sri Lanka Frogmouth, Pied Cuckoo, Drongo Cuckoo, Rufus Bellied Hawk Eagle, Black Eagle, Red Headed Vulture, Large Grey Babbler, Little Spider Hunter, and many more. Masinagudi provides the ideal surroundings for the natural habitat of many endangered species like the Indian elephant, Royal Bengal Tiger, Gaur and Chital. Other animals found here include Deer, Panther, Hyena, Jackal, Sloth Bear, Flying Squirrel, Leopard, Sambar, Wild Boar, Civets, Monitor Lizards, Langurs, Antelopes and Macaques, to list a few. Masinagudi is connected by road to all the major neighbouring cities and falls on the highway connecting Mysore and Ooty. The nearest railhead is Mysore, which is about 65 km away. Bangalore airport is the closest airport. In Masinagudi, many private resorts come up with Masinagudi packages where safaris and other adventurous activities like trekking can be included.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-03)
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Ranthambore Packages - Haven Of The Wild    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Ranthambore, a city located in the state of Rajasthan in northern India, is well known for its wild life sanctuary. Situated in the district of Sawai Madhopur, 180 km from Jaipur, Ranthambore is a hub for nature lovers and adventurists. This sanctuary, once the hunting ground of the Maharajas of Jaipur, attracts various tourists and wildlife photographers. Unlike in the other reserves, the tiger can be easily spotted even at the day time here. The beautiful hills, rocky smudges, charming lakes and wide ponds mesmerize the travellers. Ranthambore village derives its name from the two hills Ran and Thambore. Located on the border of Thar Desert, the Ranthambore tiger reserve covers an area of 390 sq km and has the largest population of tigers. The Rathambore National park, declared the Project Tiger Reserve in 1973, is one of the largest reserves in the country. The Ranthambore reserve houses various rare animals and birds. The animals include leopard, nilgai, chital, wild boar, hyena and sambhar. The beautiful deciduous forest amidst the Vindhya and Aravalli Hills adds the beauty of the region to its extreme. Jungle jeep safari can be arranged to the innermost part of the forest by which one can explore the wildlife closely. The reserve is also a paradise of bird watchers as we can see 270 different species of birds like kingfishers, woodpeckers, cockoos, pigeon, doves, owls and hornbills. Besides Ranthambore National Park, the city of Ranthambore offers many more places to visit. Ranthambore Fort, Jogi Mahal, Bakaula, Kachida Valley, Raj Bagh ruins and Sarwal Lake are some other places to roam around. Ranthambore Fort is a majestic fort situated atop a hill from where we can have a glimpse of the entire national park. This Fort is an oldest fort of the country as was built in 944 AD. The fort is a must visit place for tourists as it houses various archeologically significant items. Jogi Mahal is a guest house for tourists from where visitors can have a stunning view around. This was the hunting lodge for the maharajas of Jaipur. Jaipur Airport is the nearest airport to Ranthambore and conveyances are available from Jaipur to the national park. This airport connects different cities in the country and for foreign travellers, Delhi is the nearest international airport. Sawai Madhopur is the nearest railway station from Ranthambore. Cabs charge Rs. 200/- for this 10 km distance. Several buses connect Ranthambore with the nearest cities. Private owned buses have their shuttle services to Delhi which is 400 km away and to Agra, 250 km away. Ranthambore National Park opens from October to June. You can enjoy the trip to Ranthambore and enjoy the stay by availing various Ranthambore Packages.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-03)
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Wayanad Hotels - Hospitality At Its Best    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Carved out from the neighboring districts of Kozhikode and Kannur, the district of Wayanad in Kerala was formed on November 1, 1980. Wayanad is known for its unmatched natural beauty and tranquility. Kalpetta is the district headquarters of this twelfth district of Kerala. The name Wayanad was derived from the Malayalam words, Vayal Naadu which means The Land of Paddy Fields. True to its name Wayanad offers endless view of green paddy fields, numerous waterfalls, unexplored forests, interesting and fascinating tribal lives and secrets, adventurous activities like trekking and many more. The hospitality sector in Wayanad is fast developing with the increase in the number of tourists visiting this exoticdestination for a perfect vacation.Wayanad hotels range from luxury hotels to budget Wayanad hotels inorder to fit the pockets of all kinds of travelers. Vythiri Resorts in Wayanad is the most well-known and luxurious hotel in Wayanad. Tourists, both national and international stay at Vythiri Resorts due to its fame and facilities that it offers. Haritagiri Hotel and Ayurvedic Village, Green Gates, Grass Roots Wayand, Cybele Hill Resorts, Sharoy Resorts, Wayanad Palms, Planet Green Plantation Resort, Royal Palm Residency, Green Magic Nature Resort, Hiliya Resort, Chandragiri Inn, Aashwas Holiday Home, Rainbow Holiday Home, Spring Field and Edakkal Hermitage are the names of a few good Wayanad Hotels in and around Wayanad. Because of its high altitude, distance from the coastal area and rich forest land, Wayanad enjoys a pleasant climate all throughout the year with monsoons being a bit stronger than the rest of Kerala. The summer season lasts from March to May, monsoon season from June to September, autumn from October to November and winter season from December to February. Even the summer season in Wayanad is pleasant. Tourists who want to enjoy the rains in Kerala come to Wayanad during the monsoon season and enjoy rains as never before. However, for those who want to explore the trails of Wayanad by trekking will have to avoid the rainy season in Wayanad since the trails can get muddy and all the more difficult to explore. Wayanad offers a wide number of sites for the tourists to visit. The Chembra Peak, Kuruva Dweep, Meenmutty Falls, Lakkidi, Pookode Lake, Pakshipayhalam and Edakkal Caves are a few places visited by the tourists in Wayanad. There are mainly Five Ghat roads to reach Wayanad from the coastal areas of Kerala. The Kozhikode-Mysore National Highway 212 passes through the district of Wayanad. Wayanad is well-connected through roads to all the major towns and cities of Kerala and the neighboringstates. At about 75 km away from the district headquarters of Kalpetta lies the nearest international airport and railway station of Kozhikode. Other railway stations near to Wayanad are at Thalassery, Kannur and Mysore.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-03)
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Jaipur Hotels - Royal Taste Of Luxury    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
The Pink City of Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan and a major tourism hub in the country. It is also famously part of the Golden Triangle of tourism that includes Delhi and Agra. Visited by hordes of tourists during the months of October to February, Jaipur is best enjoyed during these months when the weather is quite chilly dropping to 4 degree celsius in January. The city of Jaipur apart from being a tourism hub is also quite popular for its range of hotels suiting tourists of all purse sizes. The city is dotted with budget accommodations in the form of youth hostels, guest houses and regular Jaipur Hotels catering to those tourists who are interested in having a good time exploring the city but do not intend to spend a fortune on lavish suites. These Jaipur Hotels in the budget range cost as low as 200 INR a night and offer very basic amenities. Following are few of the numerous budget Jaipur Hotels: Arch Inn, Arya Niwas, RTDC Hotel Gangaur, Jai Mangal Palace, Jai Niwas, Jaipur Inn, Hotel Shikha, RTDC Hotel Swagatam and RTDC Hotel Teej. Apart from these budget Jaipur hotels, the city is also dotted with many luxury hotels and resorts that dazzle one with their lavish settings and the numerous amenities they provide. Tourists who come here with an intention to relax and rejuvenate apart from drinking in the many attractions in the city, can head to the many up-market spas that are part of the numerous luxury hotels in the city. These luxury Jaipur hotels are Bella Casa, Chokhi Dhani Resort, Jai Mahal Palace, Jaipur Palace, Hotel Mansingh, Hotel Paradise, Raj Vilas, Ramada, ITC Rajputana, Rambagh Palace and Shiv Vilas. Raj Vilas by the Oberoi group is set in 32-acres of luxurious gardens that are dotted with pools and exotic fountains. This luxury accommodation boasts of grand amenities to all its guests that are reminiscent of the lives of the royal kings and queens blended with the comforts that modern facilities provide. The luxurious spas here offer its guests Western and Oriental therapies in the well equipped spas that are sure to relax even the most weary tourist. After a relaxing time at the spa, tourists can head to Surya Mahal, adorned in rich stately decor and offering traditional Rajasthani delights as well as light fusion cuisine. The Rajwada Library & Bar offers a cozy setting with an excellent collection of books, where guests can sip on cocktails and browse through the many books here. The rooms at Raj Vilas come with a mini bar, television, writing desk, feather down pillows, in-room safe, computer data port and jacks, tea and coffee maker and CD and laser disc player.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-03)
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Bangalore Hotels - The Urban Dwellings    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Bangalore, also known as Bengaluru, is the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka. Bangalore is also called the Garden City due to the numerous gardens and the extensive green cover. Located at an altitude of 1000 metres above sea level, Bangalore is India's third most populous city. Of late, Bangalore is also called the hub for India's information technology sector and the land of software engineers. Bangalore was founded by Kempe Gowda. Bangalore was also ruled by a number of rulers and dynasties, including the rulers of the Vijayanagara Empire and Tipu Sultan. Most of the budget and mid-range Bangalore hotels are found conveniently around the Kempagowda bus stand and the Bangalore City railway station. Some of the Bangalore hotels in the budget category are Hotel Adora, Brindavan Hotel, Hotel Ajantha, Citizen Lodge and Chandra Vihar. The tariff these budget rooms may be in the range of Rs. 500 to Rs. 700. You may get a room in mid-range Bangalore Hotels from as less as Rs. 900. But if you are looking for a more spacious room in the quieter localities, then you will have to shell out anything between Rs. 2000 to Rs. 3000 a night. Serviced apartments are available around a lot of business parks. Casa Piccolo Serviced Apartments, Tristar Apartments, Bride, Ballal Residency, and Melange are some of the service apartments that cater to the business travellers. In some of these Bangalore Hotels a small kitchenette is also available. Bangalore has its own share of luxury hotels. These five star Bangalore hotels have furnished rooms with attached wash rooms, waiting lounges, fireplaces and all the other modern facilities like gyms, salons, massage parlours, multi-cuisine restaurants and garden areas and come in the range of Rs. 8000 to Rs. 12,000. The Oberoi, Lalit Ashok, Oakwood Premier Prestige, The Pride, Iris, Taj West End, Taj Vivanta, Taj Kuteeram, The Leela, The Park, Royal Orchid, Le Meridian and the Chancery Pavilion are some of the five star Bangalore hotels. The main attractions in and around Bangalore are the Bangalore Palace, Vidhana Soudha, Bangalore's Secretariat and the State Legislature building, Bull temple, ISKON temple, Tipu's palace, Bannarghetta Biological Park, Lal Bagh, Cubbon Park and Nandi hills. Bangalore is a major business destination. Being a commercial center, Bangalore is packed with all types of hotels, be it budget, mid-range or the luxurious kind. Being frequented by a lot of business travellers, Bangalore has a lot of mid-range hotels catering to them. More than the all the deluxe facilities, these Bangalore hotels have huge meeting and conference halls with all the facilities, in-house restaurants, free Wi Fi and internet facilities. Bangalore is well connected to all the cities by road, rail and air.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-03)
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Agra Hotels - By The River Yamuna    By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Agra, the most favourite tourist destination spot in India cities is synonymous with the monument of eternal love, Taj Mahal. Scores of tourists from India and abroad flock to Agra, a historical city situated along the banks of the River Yamuna, to enjoy the symbol of eternal love, the Taj Mahal, enlisted by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Agra is situated in the state of Uttar Pradesh and is well connected to all cities. Agra is also part of the 'Golden Triangle', together with Delhi and Jaipur. According to the statistics by the tourism department, Agra is visited by about 4 million visitors annually. For all the tourists visiting the city, there are many Agra Hotels to cater to all the tourists who visit Agra. Other than the marble wonder, the Taj Mahal, the other prominent sites in Agra are the other UNESCO sites like Agra Fort, Sikandra and Fatehpur Sikri, Itmad-Ud -Daulah's Tomb, Jama Masjid, Chini Ka Roza, Swami Bagh, Ram Bagh, Mehtab Bagh, Balkeshwar Temple, and Kailash Temple are also worth a visit. Agra is also famous for marble items and leather goods. Taj Mahal has recently opened for tourists during the night; particularly on a full moon the beauty of the Taj Mahal is breathtaking. The five star Agra hotels are Oberoi Amar Vilas, Jaypee Palace, Mughal Sheraton, Trident Hilton, Clarks Shiraz, Holiday Inn, Mansingh Palace, Howard Park Plaza, Taj View, and Agra Ashok. These top end Agra hotels not only offer a room with a view, for which they charge a premium, but also facilities like spa, gymnasium, party hall, pick up and drop services along with restaurants providing outstanding Mughalai cuisine. For the back packer and the tourists on a shoe string budget, there are many Agra hotels in the mid and budget categories. Found around the railway station and the Sadar Bazaar area, these Agra hotels offer simple furnished rooms with adjoining baths that have hot running water, telephone, room service, laundry service, television and multi-cuisine restaurants. Hotel Yamuna Deluxe, Hotel Deedar-e-Taj, Amar Yatri Niwas, Hotel Gita Vilas, Hotel Ananya, Shah-e-Khas Lodge, Hotel Amar Vilas and Rose Villa are some of the Agra hotels that cater to mid level category. Hotel Mumtaz, Kamna Hotel, Hotel Atithi, Ramakrishna Inn, Fateh Lodge, Hotel Savoy and Deluxe Sunrise are some among the numerous budget Agra Hotels here. Agra is famous for chats and the sweet made out of ash gourd called Petha. Agra is visited in large numbers throughout the year, but the best time to visit is during the winter months of November to March when the weather is cool and pleasant and the floor monuments are comfortable to walk on. The months of summers can be very hot.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-03)
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Check This Hotel Out    By: Mike Nichoson
You do not need to go on a foreign trip to enjoy the facility of great luxury hotels, isn't it? When you are getting facility in India then why making excuses of foreign trips friends?(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-03)
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To Find Great Short Stay Accommodation In Perth Just Google It    By: Mack Clien
short stay accommodation perth, furnished apartments perth, south perth apartment accommodation(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-03)
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Travelling Across India With Easy Cab Facilities    By: Dinesh kumar
India is a country with multiple religions, landscapes, people and languages. Travelling is not possible without stepping out of from your zone. people travel due to several reasons like recreation, tourism, vacationing, voluntary travel for charity, religious pilgrimages, mission trips, business trips, relaxation etc.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-03)
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Black Hummer A Desirable Vehicle    By: Salvatore Andrea
Black Diamond Hummer is known for its first class service, professionalism, and exceptional experience.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-07-03)
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