Category: Travel

One of the best ways to get around India is by train. This is perfect for those who would like see India in all its simplicity and natural beauty.

Here are 4 scenic train routes in India that you must not miss:

1: Mettupalayam to Ooty

This 46-km route from Mettupalayam will offer sights such as hills, waterfalls, tea gardens and coffee plantations. Along this route that runs through the Nilgiris hills, there are 16 tunnels, 250 bridges and plenty of rainforests. Also, you’ll get to picturesque towns such as Coonoor, Wellington and Lovedale.

2: Vizag to Araku Valley

Located in the Eastern Ghats, this journey takes you through streams, waterfalls and a number of winding tracks. The delightful aroma of coffee plantations along the way will enthrall you as you pass through 58 tunnels and 84 bridges and more. At the end of this three-hour journey, you can visit the Borra caves in the Araku valley.

3: Madgaon to Mumbai

This route finds itself placed between the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats. Whether it is the gorges of the Sahyadri hills, hills, streams and meadows, you’ll soon fall in love with all that nature has on offer on this route that is headed towards Goa.

4: Jodhpur to Jaisalmer

As you leave the ‘Blue City’, this train ride involves seeing a large number of sand dunes, thanks to the route passing through the Thar Desert. Just keep your eyes open for camels grazing, vibrantly colored mud huts, peacocks and a gorgeous sunset before you finally reach the Golden Fort of Jaisalmer. It’s almost like a desert safari.

If you’re ready for a vacation but are sick of all the typical choices, you owe it to yourself to consider Alaska. Whether you’re looking for an adventure or just want to do some Alaska Sightseeing, you can’t go wrong by traveling to America’s biggest state.

Start you trip in beautiful Petersburg, Alaska and you’ll already be near the Stikine River. This majestic waterway features everything from glaciers to an assortment of amazing wildlife.

Speaking of which, if you came to see some amazing animals, you picked the right place. Alaska is home to some of the most beautiful creatures in the entire world and you can set a course to get right up close and personal with them.

For example, you can take whale watching tours where the captain will bring you near these amazing gentle giants. Watch them surface and blow water sky high before submerging again out of view.

You’ll also have the opportunity to visit the homes of Alaska’s brown bears. While these animals can be dangerous up close, your tour master will keep you from harm’s way. At a safe distance, though, you’ll be able to watch these towering land animals carry on their daily lives as if you weren’t even there.

Instead of going on another boring holiday this time around, chart a course to Alaska fro a trip you’ll never forget.

If you could go anywhere in the world, where would it be? Would you go to Rome? Sail around the isles of Greece? Hike a mountain in New Zealand? Or would you relax on a beach in the Caribbean?  Why haven’t you gone to that place you dream of going? There is nothing holding you back. All it takes is a little will power. Throw caution to the wind. Go ahead, fulfill your dream and visit Rome.

Imagine the possibilities of a Rome vacation. Think of all the remnants of human history there are to behold in that city. Take a tour of the coliseum and experience the standing monument to the brutal history of mankind. Ok, maybe you aren’t looking for a vacation that intense. No worries, there are still a near infinite number of destinations for you to choose from.

If you have a loved one and are looking to make a romantic getaway, why not take a nice, quiet Italy vacation. Spend an evening downtown, enjoying some of the finest dining in the world. Or, if you’re single there is always love waiting to be found in France. You might not be any Fitzgerald, but there is sure to be some beautiful woman sitting in a café, smoking a cigarette and reading the paper waiting for some suave, young, foreign man to come sweep her off her feet and live a life of bliss and romance. Who knows, after you’re next trip you may find sipping wine and tasting cheese by the riverside to be a daily occurrence.

Most of us travel overseas for vacation, business, to visit family and friends and many other reasons. Some of these travel involves long distances that may take more than 15 hours of travel time especially air travel. Your travel may include a stopover before reaching your destination. We recommend that you use the stopover to turn over to a bit longer break for many reasons.

Many of the international airlines that you fly operate more than one plane during the day to that destination or might have daily flights. Therefore, you can easily incorporate a break and take the next day flight without causing much delay. One issue that arise from a longer break is your unaccompanied luggage. Many airlines will accommodate a request to fly your luggage with you without having to take it out at the break point. Make sure your carryon luggage contain adequate supply of medication and other needs for the break.

This will give you an opportunity to visit other places while visiting your destination. It will also allow you to spread your wings and avoid jetlag normally associated with long distance travel. It may be good for those who are suffering from arthritis and other medical conditions.

Now is a good time plan for October travel, there are travel opportunities that are unique to this month itself from around the world.

Not only are these travel tips fun but truly opportunities that you must not miss this month if you are inclined to take a vacation.

Here are 4 travel tips for the month of October:

1: Travel to Mexico

As one expert puts it, getting there before Thanksgiving will be a good idea as it will help you to get shoulder-season deals. Of course, if you cannot go right away, the next best thing is to book for Spring Break as soon as possible.

2: Start Planning for Rio 2016

Of course, while the Olympic Committee has already booked the best rooms in Rio, there is still plenty of accommodation available for visitors. This includes even villas that you can book before or even during the Games.

3: The Right Time to go to Sydney

Given that the American to Australian dollar exchange rate is at its lowest, it is a good time to travel to Sydney. You can expect low prices for airfare since it is the offseason. Best part: Sydney has opened the Barangaroo Point Reserve – a massive harborfront park.

4: Whale-watching in South Africa

If you like whale-watching, then Hermanus should be the place to visit in South Africa. There’s Cape Town too. This is if you want to see southern right whales that will be around from October until next June.

The Cayman Islands are a British Overseas Territory in the Western Caribbean Sea. Located to the south of Cuba and northwest of Jamaica, the island comprises of three parts: Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and little Cayman. Most tourists opt to travel around each island using a grand cayman rent a car service. It is a much more convenient and enjoyable way of enjoying the islands.

The top three things to do in Grand Cayman (based on public favorites) are as follows:

1. The Seven Mile Beach

The Seven Mile Beach, been lauded as one of the best Caribbean beaches for many years now, definitely tops the list for ‘Three Things to do in Grand Cayman’. The crescent shaped shores, the fresh smell of soft, coral sand and the sheer beauty of the place makes you fall in love with the place. Most of the top resorts are near Seven Mile beach along with beach bars, restaurants, boats, etc. People can enjoy this beautiful beach with their family and even with their pets.

2. Mastic Trail

This 200-year-old trail is definitely on the top of to-do lists for nature lovers. This trail comprises of a native mangrove swamp, a 2-million-year-old woodland area and is surrounded by the island’s most colorful and rare plants.

3. Stingray City

Located in the northern part of Grand Cayman, the city is basically a shallow sandbar where tourists can closely interact and feed Southern Atlantic Stingrays. It is safe for one who follows all the instructions properly. Most of the tourist favors a trip to stingray city.