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Tips On Choosing Paris Apartments For Rent By: Monique Gille
When going on vacation, you can choose to stay in apartments in Paris. These are quite comfortable and affordable, as well.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-04-30)
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Whistler Rentals: Incredibly Ready With All Kinds Of Amenities By: Nick Jones
Whistler rentals refer to wonderful accommodation to which vacationers can have an access if they step into the mountain resort of Whistler. It is almost unbelievable that all sorts of amenities are available in these lodges.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-04-30)
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Pick The Best Pattaya Hotels & Resorts By: johnny morre
The Pattaya city in Thailand is a famous tourist destination which is also renowned as the ‘Fun town' of Thailand. The main areas of Pattaya Beach and the famous Walking Street are the most charming places where the night life is amazing.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-04-30)
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Agra – Romantic Retreat By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Agra synonymous with the Grand monument dedicated to eternal love ‘Taj Mahal' is hands down one of the most visited regions and an extremely popular tourist destination of India. Agra is also by far one of the most recognizable destinations of India; all thanks to the Taj Mahal a UNESCO enlisted World Heritage Site. Agra offers tourists a unique package of the old traditions melted in with modernism thus, offering an incredible experience. Agra also forms an integral component of the ‘Golden Triangle' of the Indian Tourism Industry, together with Delhi and Jaipur.
Agra is city rich in culture, tradition, heritage and past which together give the region a very intriguing identity which draws in tourists from all parts of the world. Sitting along the banks of River Yamuna, this popular city of Uttar Pradesh is a distant far from its original beauty having fallen prey to the evils of overt commercialization, the region today resembles a crowded marketplace with numerous stall hogging the skinny streets and lanes of the city.
However, everything is not bad and gory in the city and still offers plenty of charming sites and sceneries. Some of the prominent sites of Agra include include the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri (UNESCO World Heritage Sites), Swami Bagh, Ram Bagh, Mehtab Bagh, balkeshwar Temple, Kailash Temple, Sikandra, Itmad - Ud - Daulah's Tomb, Jama Masjid, Chini Ka Roza, and much more.
In addition to sightseeing there are plenty of other things to see and do in Agra like scouring the local markets famous for its stone boxes, jewelry, plaque, leather goods and perfumes among others. A must do in Agra is to adore the beauty of the Taj Mahal on a moonlit night to witness the true grandeur of the monument. Another must do in Agra is to gorge on the delicious variety of chats and the famous pethas (sweet) available at nearly every corner of the city.
There are plenty of Agra hotels catering to the lodging needs of the myriad of travelers visiting the region. The hotels in Agra found at every corner of the city are present across all budget segments ranging from the luxury hotels and resorts to the economy and budget hotels.
Agra though visited in large number throughout the year, the best time to visit this beautiful region is from November to March when the weather is cool and pleasant.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-04-30)
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Wayanad – Land Of Paddy Fields By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Wayanad is a simple yet beautiful holiday destination offering tourists a pleasant break from the mundane city life they live. The hill station settled in the north-east of Kerala, perched up in the higher regions of Western Ghats offering splendid views of the neighboring regions, also has the location to impress. Wayanad offers tourists a glimpse into the simplicity of life and the pleasures derived from it far away from the materialistic world.
Wayanad is one of the least populated regions and is the perfect destination for tourists looking for a place to get away from the crowd, the usual and the constant chaos and stress and Kerala with its rich locales and the tranquil ambience perfectly fits the bill.
There are quite a few beliefs pertaining to the name of Wayanad. According to one popular belief is that the name is derived from two Tamil words (Vayal + Naad), Vayal meaning Paddy field and Naad meaning land thus, Wayanad meaning land of the paddy fields. Another belief related to the name of the region is that, it was once known as Mayakshetra (Maya's Land) from where it evolved to Mayanad and finally to Wayanad.
Wayanad rich in natural beauty offers quite a few interesting sightseeing destinations like the Chembra Peak, Neelimala, Meenmutty Falls, Chethalayam Falls, Pakshipathalam, Banasura Sagar Dam, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Muthanga Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. Tholpetty, Jain Temple, Edakkal Caves, Pazhassi Raja's Tomb, Pookote Lake, sentinel Rock Falls, Kanthanpara Falls, Sunrise Valley and much more.
In addition to sightseeing, tourists can also indulge in activities like trekking, hiking, nature walks, etc. Tourists can also explore the local markets famous for its coffee, tea, cocoa, pepper, plantain and vanilla among others.
There are ample numbers of Wayanad hotels and resorts catering to the accommodation needs of the travelers visiting the region. The hotels in Wayanad are also present across various budget segments ranging from the luxury hotels and resorts to the economy and budget hotels, catering to all tastes and preferences of the myriad of travelers.
Wayanad experiences a temperate weather throughout the year and as such the region can be visited at any point of the year for an equally enjoyable time. Wayanad is also well connected to the rest of the country. The nearest airport is the Kozhikode airport located approx. 66 km away. While, the nearest railway station is the Kozhikode railway station lying approx. 110 km away.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-04-30)
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Bangalore – Youthful Destination By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Bangalore is the capital of the South Indian state of Karnataka. Hub of India's IT sector, the region is a dream destination for the innumerable youths and professionals who throng to the region in large numbers to get their dreams realized. Bangalore home to numerous educational institutions, corporate firms, MNC's and others attracts large number of youth population and as such the region now increasingly wears a young look buzzing with life and activity. The city home to large number of foreign nationals has also become a true metropolitan with people from various cultures making their presence felt in the region.
Bangalore is a city with numerous epithets, like the garden city, pensioner's paradise, pub capital of India, IT Hub of India and Silicon Valley of India, each epithet highlighting the various facets of life in Bangalore. However, several of these epithets no longer apply to the region like Pensioner's paradise, garden city of India owing to the rapid development of the region and the resulting reducing green cover.
Bangalore is a major cultural and economic hub along with being the second fastest growing metropolis of India. This fast paced city offers quite a few interesting tourist attractions, like Vidhana Soudha, Vikasa Soudha, Seshadari Iyer Memorial, Bangalore Palace, Tipu Sultan's Palace, The Bull Temple, Maha Bodhi Society Temple, ISCKON Temple, St. Mary's Basilica and much more.
In addition, to sightseeing tourists can also pub hopping the pub capital of India, indulge in various sorts of adventure sports activities offered by numerous adventure club associations of the city or head to the local markets to shop and to feel the pulse of the city.
There is a plethora of accommodation option offered in the region for tourists to choose from, ranging from luxury hotels and resorts, service apartments to economy and budget hotels thus, catering to all tastes and preferences of the myriad of travelers visiting the region.
Travel operators offering travel packages also take care of Bangalore hotel bookings along with other paraphernalia. Bangalore is blessed with a temperate climate and as such the region can be visited throughout the year for an equally enjoyable time.
Bangalore home to a state of the art international airport and several big and small railway stations boasts of an excellent connectivity with the rest of the country and also to various parts of the world. The city also has excellent bus services offering road connectivity to the region.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-04-30)
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Jaipur – The Royal Voyage By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Jaipur, the royal retreat of India is the darling of Indian tourism industry. The city forming an integral part of the ‘Golden Triangle' with Delhi and Agra is an extremely popular tourist destination of India attracting tourists from far corners of the world. The city with grand palaces, magnificent forts, awe inspiring architecture and interesting historical background intrigues tourists drawing them from all quarters to this dessert beauty.
Jaipur was founded as India's first planned city by Maharaja Sawai Singh II in the year 1727 and accordingly it was named after him. Serving as the bastion of power for the Rajput Empire the city drenched itself in the famous pink color to welcome the royal guest his highness Prince of Wales.
Jaipur acts as a treasure trove for tourists, offering plenty of things to see, explore and do in the region. Some of the popular sightseeing destinations of Jaipur include the Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar. Gaitore, Ram Niwas Gardens, Vidyadhar Garden, Sisodia Rani Palace and Garden, Galtaji, Lakshmi Narayan Temple and others.
Apart from sightseeing, a must do in Jaipur is to enjoy a camel or elephant ride. Tourists can also choose to explore the charming and colorful markets of the region famous for its colorful rajais (comforters), bandhini fabrics and much more. Another must do in Jaipur is to enjoy a cultural performance of puppet shows, folk songs and dance organized regularly in the region and gorging on the delicious array of veg and non veg rajasthani food.
Jaipur being a leading tourist destination of India there is absolutely no dearth of good Jaipur hotels and resorts offering plenty of accommodation options to choose from. The hotels in Jaipur are also found across various budget segments ranging from luxury hotels, heritage hotels to economy and budget hotels thus, catering to all tastes and preferences.
Jaipur being a dessert city, the region gets scorching hot and humid and as such the region is best visited from November to February when the weather is cool and pleasant. Jaipur is also well connected to the rest of the country by means of air, rail and roadways. city airport is located in the satellite town of Sanganer, while there are three main Railway stations namely, Jaipur Junction, Gandhinagar and Durgapura offering connectivity to the city and lastly, there are ample number of buses available from various regions of the state and neighboring areas for Jaipur.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-04-30)
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Essential Travel Packing Tips By: Ann Philip
Who likes to pack vacation trip bags? When some people are naturally gifted organizers, there are people who need help.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-04-30)
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Enjoy Hog Roast By: Aman jain
As you experience the flavoursome and simply gorgeous delights of roasted hog at a family gathering or celebration, there is much to take in as for many a hog roast will most certainly be a captivating and thoroughly mesmerising sight to see(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-04-30)
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Make Your Journey Luxurious And Memorable With Private Jet Charters By: quintessentially group
When out on business tours, it is important to look for fast and luxurious means that will make the trip enjoyable and fulfilling.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-04-30)
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