Month: May 2023

Travel Tips to India

India is an unique blend of modernization and age old traditions. So, if you are planning for a vacation in the myriad land of India, than you must gather some travel tips before stepping here.

Unlike the Western countries, India is not a liberal country. Indians give respects and religiously follow their age old traditions. So, its very important to maintain social rules and regulations for traveler, if he or she wants to experience an enriching and comfortable holiday in India.

When going to Guajarat, factors you need to take note of include the clothes you need to wear, shopping districts and how to go about in finding the best attractions. During the summer season, it is best to carry light cotton fabrics and your hats, sun glasses and trusted sun block lotion. During the rainy season, cotton is still appropriate but you also need folding umbrellas. During the winter season, do bring jackets and woolen fabrics.

An interesting accommodation option available all over India are the Maharajah’s palaces and forts now converted into hotels. You can find these royal residences in the middle of a lake, in a forest, or on a hilltop, and they are surprisingly affordable.

The green land of Kerala (God’s own country) draws a number of tourists from all over the world to experience the joy of living on waters. Backwaters of Kerala are specially maintained in a way to offer you the pleasure of staying on traditional houseboats- ‘Kettuvalloms’.

When it comes to the best romantic destination, Agra (because of the symbol of love- the Taj Mahal) and the temples of Khajuraho top the chart.

Ajanta and Ellora Caves: These beautiful caves were built more than 2000 years ago. They were built by Buddhist monks – these monks cut some amazing sculptures in the rock caves. The caves are located in Maharashtra.

Sun Temple: This temple is located in Orissa. It was built in the 13th century and is a temple for the Sun God. This temple is one of the architectural wonders of the world – apart from the temple itself, the surroundings of the temple is filled with natural beauty.

Regarding getting Delhi-belly as a first time traveler to India, here’s the consensus. Most people do in fact get sick in their first week, if they’re eating at even reputable local restaurants, more certainly if they’re eating from roadside stalls or drinking anything with milk or yogurt where the local electricity supply is unstable.

Toiletries such as hand sanitizers, water purification tablets, bath salts, mosquito repellents, and sunscreens are a must during India tours. Though your hotel rooms and bathrooms will most probably be very well furnished, you won’t easily find public restrooms in Indian villages or even smaller cities. Even if you do find an occasional clean one you permit yourself to use, forget about toilet rolls.

Wildlife in India is also very fascinating. During India tour tourists can enjoy of safari into 55 national parks teeming with wildlife to catch glimpse of the tiger. The most fascinating wildlife tour in India is Rajasthan wildlife tour. There is Ranthobhore National Park in Rajasthan which draws thousands of tourists eager for a glimpse of the tiger.…

Dubai – City of Rapid Pace

Dubai despite the rapid pace of its recent modernization drive still strives to hold those values which are inherent in its culture and traditions. These values traditionally Islamic lie at the foundation of Dubai’s heritage and despite the fact that at times its seems paradoxical to have such values mixed in with the modern trappings of modern wealth there is a courtesy and hospitality shown to all those who visit which is nothing short of genuine. Our first cultural insight into Dubai was the visit to the Jumeriah Madinat Souk where visitors are treated with freshly ground coffee and the pleasant aroma of cardamom. The coffee is served from the old traditional long stemmed coffee pots and the aroma is majestic. We sipped back two to three smalls cups of the coffee which energised us for the visit to the souk.

Despite the global slowdown there is a record breaking pace of architecturally impressive structures being erected. Dubai is clearly challenging what many thought previously impossible in a bid to create a tourist mega destination that offers all those who visit a huge variety of quality places to stay and things to do in a very innovative and interesting way. Over 7 million people visited Dubai in 2008 to witness what was but a short time ago a desert town. The two primary airlines of the United Arab Emirates, namely Emirates and Etihad, have taken delivery of the world largest passenger plane the Airbus 380 which has the been deployed on a number of the major international routes, namely New York and London, and both these airlines are expanding rapidly to establish Dubai and Abu Dhabi as a major hubs to facilitate the transfer of passengers to other destinations globally. Between Dubai and Abu Dhabi international airports the capacity for passengers is a staggering 120 million showing how ambitious these two primary carriers into the UAE have become.

To ease traffic congestion which has been a problem in Dubai, the Dubai Metro was opened in November 2009. This futuristic development expects to transport 1.2 million passengers each day and is now officially the longest fully automated rail system in the world. Another major development currently in progress is the Euro 45 billion project named the Arabian Canal, which plans to bring 75km of canal and waterfront, inland to create an impressive new waterway which will serve over a million people and will feature new leisure facilities such as marinas and waterfront access for all to enjoy. There are a number of major tourist infrastructural developments currently in the grapevine such as the Three Palms and the world development. No doubt the financial slowdown in 2010 will have affect the time lines on these projects, however there is no denying that Dubai is transforming itself and intends to become a leading tourist destination at the upper end of the scale to be enjoyed by all those who can afford to do so.…

Pensacola’s Traveling Adventures and Activities for the Whole Family

Many times when you live in the same area for too long, you forget all that it has to offer. You forget that the city actually has history and that’s the whole reason it’s there. There are many attractions and activities in Pensacola, Florida that your entire family can enjoy and there is something for you to do every day of the week! If you are planning a family vacation, are new residents in the area, or just want to spend time with your family, Pensacola is where you want to be with endless activities, adventures, and historical attractions. There are miles and miles of beautiful white sandy beaches for you to relax on or for you and the family to spend time enjoying water activities. Historical attractions are located in the heart of Pensacola along with great restaurants and plenty of entertainment. A great start to your family vacation and traveling adventures begin right here in Pensacola, Florida!

Emerald Coast Tours is one stop. This is a great way to start your vacation. Emerald Coast Tours offers bicycle tours to those who truly want to experience everything Pensacola has to offer. Bicycle tours allow you to stop and go as you please to admire historical assets, dine at local restaurants, or even stop on the beaches to soak up some sun. With 1, 2, 3, 24 hour, and one week rentals, it is hard to pass this deal up! If you want to spend time indoors but still want to have plenty to do, experience the National Naval Aviation Museum at full thrill; this historical attraction offers seeing over 4,000 aircraft, an IMAX Theatre, taking flight in the Flight Simulators, and much more. This is definitely a family fun historical attraction that provides lots of amenities to accommodate large and small families of all ages. Looking for something to just entertain the kids? Look no further, Sam’s Fun City and Surf City has exactly what you are looking for. But don’t think that parents can’t join in on the fun too. This fun city offers arcade games, laser tag, and its number one amenity – the water park! Enjoy this water park all day long with the family.

Let’s not forget about the miles of white sand located on Pensacola Beach. Relax on the sand or enjoy the cool waters. If you’re looking for a little more adventure, there is plenty to choose from. From boating, canoeing and kayaking, fishing, parasailing, jetskiing and waverunners, to scuba diving, snorkeling, and nature tours, these beaches have it all. You can choose what suits your family and lifestyle best. No need to sit and watch everyone else have fun; join them and the thrill of the ride, whatever it may be! Need something else to add to your agenda? The zoo, located in Gulf Breeze, is a nice relaxing activity that the kids will love. With hundreds of animals to see and some to pet and feed, this is a great opportunity to get out and see something other than your everyday cat and dog. Take a train ride to get a close-up view of Gorilla Island and huge Nile hippos. Remember all the times your kid(s) begged you for that cute little puppy, well get their mind off of that and take him/her to see something much more extraordinary! The Gulf Breeze Zoo is waiting for you and your family to take pleasure in all it has to offer.…

8 Easy to Follow Car Cleaning Tips to Avoid Extra Fees When Returning a Rented Car

Avoid extra car rental fees by making time to go through and thoroughly clean the vehicle you have hired. These cleaning fees can be very high so it pays to use a checklist so you don’t miss anything.

Don’t assume you know what is considered a clean vehicle until you ask and get a clear response. Have a look through the vehicle before you take it to be sure it is clean.

Apart from a good general clean inside and out pay attention to some detailed areas:

* Dirt Or Scuff Marks Around Feet Areas – Getting in and out of vehicles can cause scuff marks in hard to see areas. The driver’s side in particular can harbor dirty foot prints around the pedals and if you have children in the back you never know where a footprint might be lurking.

* Marks On Upholstery – You might want to take some extra precautions with upholstery and throw a towel or rug over the seats in case of spills or marks of any kind. It might be very good practice to not eat and drink inside the car. Even things like lotions and oils can stay behind.

* Sticky Residue On Surfaces Inside The Car – as with footprints, finger and hand prints can be left behind. There may be other reasons why sticky residue can form and have dirt cling to it, so run your clean hand over surfaces to feel for any.

* Smoking – the best advice about smoking inside a rental vehicle is simply, don’t. Smoking is an addiction and many people need to have a cigarette but it is safer and cleaner to stop and take a break outside of the car for that purpose. Smoking does have a strong odour in an enclosed area and non smokers are very sensitive to this. Check that no odour is lingering from your clothing, hair or hands even when smoking outside of the car.

* Seats – under seats can be a great little trap for objects and rubbish. Also check down the sides and in the crease where the back joins onto the seat.

* Windows – Windows with smudges, smears, and dead bugs look very unsightly. These may be obvious on the front windscreen but be sure to check all windows and glass or chrome surfaces for marks and dirt.

* Compartments – Modern cars these days often have extra storage compartments and holders for drinks etc. Be sure you open, pull out if needed, all compartments to check inside.

* Glove Box – There are so many incidences of thins being left in the glove box as an oversight that this deserves its own point. This is where we can often pop things into when in a rush and then completely forget to look later.

It may be considered by some that if you are paying for car rental then you have the right to return the car in any condition and be able to smoke inside if you choose. Car hire companies will have varying standards and to simply assume might see you charged extra under the contract.

Check the policy on this and also look through the car before you drive away to be sure it is in a clean condition. If you accept it dirty it doesn’t always mean you can return it that way.…