Top Four Reasons to Visit the Andaman Islands after Monsoons

Famous for its sun-kissed beaches, interesting tribal cultures, spell-binding vistas and friendly locals, the Andaman Islands are a pristine haven for holidaymakers. When monsoons hit this part of India, the destination turns all the more magical. However, due to heavy downpours, the sea gets rough and sightseeing becomes inconvenient. To discover the Andamans’ magical charms sans the rain and thick crowds head to the destination right after the monsoons. This is the off peak travel season in the Andamans and you may find attractive discounts on flights, hotels and other holiday deals. Besides, the weather is fabulous after the rains. Continue Reading »

Top 5 Attractions for Nature Lovers in Argentina

Argentina, the second largest country of South America, is home to many natural attractions. For instance, Aconcagua, the highest peak in the American continent, is located in the Western part of the country. The southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia, is also located near the southern tip of Argentina. The country’s abundant natural resources and amazing landforms attract many adventure seekers and nature lovers, to seek out flights to this beautiful destination every year. Iguazu Falls With a height of about 2,700 metres, Iguaçu (Iguazu) Falls is one of the world’s largest and the most extraordinary waterfalls. Situated on the Continue Reading »

Bsa Two Spectacular Highlights of the Huascaran National Park, Peru

Huascaran National Park, an epitome of nature’s beauty, is situated on Cordillera Blanca (the world’s highest tropical mountain range). The park is a nature lover’s paradise due to the magnificent beauty of its snow covered mountains, serene turquoise lagoons, and a wide array of flora and fauna. Furthermore, there are nearly 660 glaciers and about 300 lagoons at the park. If you love hiking and trekking, take your pick from nearly 25 trails and around 125 climbing slopes with different levels of difficulty. In short, besides natural beauty, the Huascaran National Park is also a haven for adventure buffs. Now, Continue Reading »

La Tomatina, the Tomato War of Spain

La Tomatina is a tomato fight festival celebrated on the last Wednesday of August every year. It is the highlight of a week-long local festival held in the honour of the the Virgin Mary and the town’s patron saint, San Luis Bertràn. The festival is held in the town of Bunol near Valencia in Spain. The population of Bunol is nearly 9000 and at the time of Tomatina, almost 40000 to 50000 people have been known to come here from all across the world. But, since 2013 official tickets have been introduced to limit the number of participants to 20,000. Continue Reading »

Arts Alive International Festival – The Annual Celebration of the Artistic Side of Johannesburg

A fabulous arts scene has always been a key draw among travellers visiting Johannesburg. Every year, this South African metropolis hosts the Arts Alive International Festival to celebrate its rich arts and culture. The 2015 edition of this annual festival is scheduled from 31st August to 10th September. During these 10 days, you can enjoy music and dance shows, theatre plays and an array of performing arts at various venues across Johannesburg. Let’s check out a few highlights of Arts Alive International Festival 2015. Jazz on the Lake This is probably the most popular event of Arts Alive International Festival. Continue Reading »

A Heritage Tour of Panaji, Goa

Panaji, the capital city of Goa, reflects Portuguese colonial influence more than almost any other part of Goa. Panjim is a beautiful blend of heritage, nature, religion, and night life. This place is full of well preserved heritage sites and is very popular amongst people who love to visit archaeological and historical sites. To experience the Old Portuguese charm you can head to Fontainhas, a Portuguese district based in the West of the Ourem River. The place is famed for its prominent Portuguese architecture. Tiny overhanging balconies of red, blue, yellow, and green houses across both sides of the narrow Continue Reading »

Gloucester Schooner Festival – A Lively Sailing Event in Massachusetts, USA

Gloucester Schooner Festival is perhaps the most popular annual maritime and sailing event in the USA. Like every year, this event is all set to rock Gloucester harbour, the oldest seaport in the country, from 04th to 06th September, 2015. This three-day event offers you an opportunity to admire a variety of schooners or sailing vessels at events such as The Mayor’s Race and the Parade of Sail. Let’s know more about this annual festival that offers a sneak peek into the heritage of Gloucester. Schooner Festival Concert Cruise Join this party at Beauport Princess Cruise Ship on 06th September Continue Reading »

Top 5 Cultural Attractions in Singapore

Singapore is a hot tourist destination for several reasons. Located in Southeast Asia, it is one of the four financial giants of Asia and has maintained its position as a premium tourist destination for many decades. The country is a cultural melting pot of three major ethnic races, namely Malays, Indians and Chinese. The destination is a unique blend of culture and traditions and yet has almost all the state-of-the-art amenities because of its developed infrastructure. Take a look at five of the top cultural attractions in Singapore. Thian Hock Keng Temple Thian Hock Keng Temple is considered to be Continue Reading »

Top Traditional Markets in Dubai

Dubai is rich in art and traditions, and one of the best ways to explore this element is to check out its traditional markets or souks. These souks often seem to bring out the real essence of Dubai’s Arabic culture. The souks are bright, colourful, crowded, and fascinating. A tour of Dubai is incomplete if you come back without a souvenir from one of these markets: The Gold Souk Located near Dubai Creek in the Al Ras area of Deira, The Gold Souk of Dubai is among the most famous gold markets in the world. Explicitly beautiful and eye striking Continue Reading »

A Look at Top Three Famous Tourist Attractions in Melbourne

Melbourne has a rich history and also holds the distinction of being the second most populous city of Australia and Oceania. Packed with a plethora of attractions, Melbourne attracts countless travellers. From cultural shows and festivals to monuments and museums – Melbourne offers ample delightful distractions for one and all. Here are just three of the most visited and well known places in Melbourne: Federation Square The Federation Square is one of the most prominent landmarks in Melbourne and is extensively used as a meeting place by the locals. It also serves as the venue for around 2000 events every Continue Reading »