Category: Destinations

Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has announced details of some of the emirate’s top attractions for families to enjoy this summer, including a mix of entertainment, science, art and – above all – carefree fun. The activation fall under the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA)’s seasonal campaign ‘Sharjah Summer’. Al Qasba Al Qasba has become the premier tourism, cultural, business, and entertainment landmark within the Emirate of Sharjah. Its most distinctive features are its one kilometre-long man-made canal. Managed by the Al Qasba Development Authority, an affiliate of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), Al Qasba’s unique ... Read more

Sun and sea, radical sports, natural parks, festivals and concerts – there’s a bit of everything in Portugal for a great holiday for the young… The white sandy beaches are full of possibilities for fun-filled days, with calm or rough seas and countless activities to indulge in; or for sunbathing, being with friends and dancing the night away. Inland, there are mountains and valleys to explore, observing nature or taking part in radical sports. There are also villages here that will take you back in time, where you can breathe clean air and discover ancient customs. And for the more ... Read more

Lake Palace, Udaipur Udaipur has been voted as the favorite city in Asia by the readers of Travel + Leisure readers at the 2018 World’s Best Awards. Every year for the World’s Best Awards survey, T+L asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe — to share their opinions on the top cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Readers rated cities on their sights and landmarks, culture, cuisine, friendliness, shopping, and overall value. Udaipur, known as the City of Lakes, is located around azure water lakes and is hemmed in by lush green hills of Aravallis. The ... Read more

Kerala Tourism is listed in The Guardian’s 10 great road trips around the world. The Guardian has selected from the best of their reader’s trips and Kerala stands along with Transylvania, Romania; Amur highway from Chita to Vladivostok; Cajun country, US; Stargazing in Chile; Real Montenegro; Ring Road, Iceland; Far-west Cornwall; La Palma adventure, Canary Islands and Waterfall Way, Australia. The writer has travelled to Munnar, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Kumily Wildlife Sanctuary, Varkala, Alappuzha and Kochi. Chris B, the writer even describes the Kumily Wildlife Sanctuary as it resembled the location of Jurassic Park. The writer also mentions about his experience of a backwater cruise in Alappuzha and ... Read more

Sahara Center – Sharjah Armed with a rich trading history, Sharjah now teems with shops and markets. ‘Souks’ have been restored and modernised to suit the needs of tourists, as well as the locals. Along with these developments, the emirate also offers many modern malls with a range of top brands and entertainment options such as multiplexes, amusement rides and play centres. To suit every taste and budget, Sharjah offers everything from traditional markets to state-of-the-art malls. Let’s have a look at the shopping experiences it offers… Sahara Center, situated at Al Nahda street, is the biggest mall in Sharjah. Besides ... Read more

Dubai Tourism welcomes tourist to have a walking tour along the historical district of Al Fahidi. This culturally-themed walking tour will take you around Al Fahidi historical neighbourhood and Dubai Creek. Starting from Al Fahidi Street in Bur Dubai the tour will end in Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek. The major attractions on the way are Arabian Tea House, SMCCU, XVA Gallery, Textile Souk, Gold Souk, Spice Souk, Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek. Arabian Tea House The walking tour can start with a cup of local ‘karak chai’ – a strong tea blend with a dash of milk ... Read more

The tropical archipelago off India’s west coast, Lakshadweep, is all set to attract more tourists by opening up 12 of its virgin islands. Minicoy, Bangaram, Suheli, Cherium, Tinnakara, Kalpeni, Kadmat, Agatti, Chetlat and Bitra are the islands being opened up for tourism. The move is being implemented as part of the Centre’s initiative for holistic development of islands and will give a leg up to niche tourism in Lakshadweep. Since the archipelago is an ecologically fragile area, it is with great care that the authorities are developing the islands for tourism activities. “Current effort is not only to ramp up tourism, ... Read more

World renowned tourist destinations of eastern Himalayas, Dareeling and Sikkim awaits a positive festive season with large portion of its capacity already booked even four months before the beginning of season. On contrary to last year, the current signs bringing cheers to the face of all in the tourism industry, one of the main income generators in the region. “We are expecting an upbeat tourist inflow this year festive season,” said Gautam Deb, Tourism Minister of the state. “To ensure better accommodations even in remote areas, we are restructuring all home stay initiatives. Transport infrastructure is also being renovated,” he ... Read more

On the seventh day of the Yoga Ambassadors Tour 2018, the yoga delegates visited Muniyara Dolmens after the regular morning yoga protocol. The jeep safari through the bumpy roads and the misty hills of Munnar was a new experience for the delegates. The dolmens in this region are called Valivadu or Muniyara. The Muniyara Dolmenoids are prehistoric dolmens, belonging to the Neolithic Age. Dolmenoids were burial chambers made of four stones placed on edges and covered by a fifth one called cape stone. “The dolmens have been included in the tour as the place is favoured by wellness travellers for meditation ... Read more

Are you among those who would rather catch the flu than watch a game of football? No need to go to such drastic measures come 14 June when the games kick off – Agoda has some suggestions on where to escape the football madness. You’re welcome! Koror Island, Republic of Palau Head to the South Pacific island of Palau where abundant marine life, volcanoes and epic waterfalls are the main attractions. Palau also wins bonus points for not having national football team. Check out the Palau Royal Resort for beach views and vibes. Baler, Philippines You’ll likely meet more surfing ... Read more

There are more than one compelling reasons to take Summer vacations. You need to take time off work, recharge your soul and entertain your family. You need to take summer vacation so that you can explore a new place and identify your strengths and weakness. After a small trip, you can feel refreshed and energetic. When you go for a vacation, you can explore new places, learn the new language, know about a new custom and tradition. It helps you to continue your routine with a lot of energy and enthusiasm. If you are looking to travel this summer, you ... Read more

Belarus As said by Belarusian parliament speaker Mikhail Myasnikovich, Belarus and China will be signing an agreement for a 30-day visa-free policy. The signing of this policy will be one of the major events of the Year of Tourism of Belarus in China, which will benefit in promoting the development of tourism. As part of the Year of Tourism, several events will be held in order to promote Belarus as a striking tourist destination. The events planned will include Belarusian art exhibitions and special activities with Chinese airlines. Belarus had more than 20,000 visitors from China in 2017. It is ... Read more

Awarded Luxury Beach Villa – Pinilla, Costa Rica TripAdvisor has announced the winners of the second annual Travelers’ Choice awards for Rentals. 30 best holiday homes across the globe are awarded across three categories i.e. Luxury ($300+ USD per night), Mid-Range ($100-150 USD per night) and Affordable ($99 USD per night and below). A Cozy Designer Minerva Apartment located in downtown Rome was declared the winner in Affordable category with the rates starting as low as $66 per night. An oceanfront condo in Kauai, Hawaii tops the list in Mid-Range category. A Luxury category was topped by a Costa Rican beach ... Read more

Travellers often come upto Goa and go back. Many are not aware of the small, quaint coastal town of Karwar, which lies just 15 kilometers away from Goa. The historic town of Karwar has been a vibrant trading post from the 15th century onwards. As it is a natural harbor that lies in close proximity to the spice treasures of Kerala; the Portuguese, the British, the Arabians and now the Indian Navy have taken advantage of its location. The Kali River joins the Arabian Sea very close to Karwar, where the famous Sadhashivagud Fort has been built next to the ... Read more

The dry, deciduous scrub forest of the Hingolgadh sanctuary, located 180 km from Ahmedabad in Jasdan taluka of Rajkot district, is the perfect choice if you are looking for a peaceful and exciting holiday. Hingolgadh is hilly, rugged and undulating with a magnificent mosaic of grasslands, which creates a ubiquitous manifestation of nature’s glory. The sanctuary area was earlier known as ‘Motisari vidi’ and belonged to the ex-princely state of Jasdan. Back then, the Sanctuary was a hunting reserve for the royal family and was also used for grass collection. The green lush patch of Hingolgadh is spread over an ... Read more