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Celebrate your New Year in Goa – a perfect holiday destination

Monday, December 6th, 2010

As New year is approaching, travel freaks search out for a holiday spot where they can enjoy their holidays being in a festive mood. Are you also planning for such holiday making? If yes, then Goa could be your ultimate holiday destination.

Goa is very popular for its integral party culture, modern cities, beautiful beach venues, which made it as the most ideal place for New year celebrations partying in the cool night zones of the city. Tourists from all over the world prefer a tour to Goa to revel in the festivities companying the New Year celebration in Goa.
Goa with pleasant sun-drenched paradise, fun freaked beaches of endless white sand facing on to the Arabian Sea, swaying palms, lush greenery, rich heritage, beautiful churches, fishing boats projected against splendid sunsets welcomes people from all over the world.

There are few things in Goa that you must enjoy to celebrate your New year eve while on your Goa holiday tour:

Splendid Beaches

Beaches of Goa are the most preferred venues to be at New year eve. Goa is blessed with a coastline that extends to around 100 km. Pure, palm fronted beautiful beaches entice tourists with their bright blue waters & hustling waves. Calangute, Baga & Vegator being the most popular beaches in Goa are part of the same coastline yet each is different in its natural beauty and charm.

To enjoy your Goa holiday tour to the best, you can indulge into many water sports activities like kayaking, water-skiing, sailing, snorkeling, wind surfina, fishing & others. To enjoy your New year celebrations, there are lot many New year parties being held at beaches & resorts in Goa full of music, dance, food & drinks. There are many popular resorts as well such as Fort Aguada, Candolim, Calangute, Baga, Vagator and Anjuna, famous for their techno parties.

Drinkers paradise

Other thing Goa is popular for is the huge range of cheap alcohol & drinks being served. There are plenty of local & luxury bars to enjoy. One of the other drinks is Kaju Feni, which is extremely strong & cheap local liquor. It is made from either coconut or the fruit of the cashew nut tree, and is available only in Goa.

Beautiful Churches

Goa is also popular for its temples & churches and other rich monuments. While the New year celebrations needs to be a splash, but the peace & refreshment that the churches will offer you, will make your holiday tour to Goa a memorable experience to take back for the year to come. Some of the popular churches in Goa are Lady of Rosary, The Rachol Seminary, Church of St. Francis of Assisi, The Se Cathedral and Basilica of Bom Jesus.

So, if you are planning your Christmas and/or New year holidays in Goa, then go and get your chosen holiday spots in an early advance as Goa being the most favorite holiday destination during the New year celebrations will be equipped very soon. You can choose from many Goa holiday packages for a convenient & memorable experience. Early booking for Holiday packages to Goa will help you save money & enjoying holidays to this splendid place to the best. Relish your holiday mood while on a holiday tour to Goa – an amazing destination to freak out.

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Best Places to Visit in India

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010

India’s tourism industry is booming with new opportunities due to government support. Every year millions of national and international travelers tour India to see its culture heritage, natural beauty and wildlife reserve. However, since India is a very vast country, planning what to see on a tour to India can be a really daunting task especially if you have to choose destinations between the South, North, East or West of India. Whether on a spiritual quest, a cultural visit or a relaxing holiday, it is advisable that you plan your India tour in such a way that you are easily able to cover a few important destinations of a particular region.

India can be divided into four regions i.e. North, South, East and West and each one of these four regions nurture cultures that are unique only to them. Moreover, these regions are also different from each other with respect to people, architecture, food, and languages spoken. Though, it will not be impossible for you to cover popular tourist destinations like Rajasthan, Kerala, Goa and the Golden Triangle in a single trip, try to avoid it as it may lead to exhaustion. Select a single region and travel across it. Ask your tour organizer to pack in as many top destinations as possible across a particular region in your India tour package.

Here are some of the best places to visit in India according to the four regions of the country.

The North

The northern states of Rajasthan, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh together form the Golden Triangle with its three cities Jaipur, Delhi and Agra. These are the most famous destinations of North India Tour.

The state of J&K has places like Leh & Ladakh which are famous for their high mountain peaks which can be compared with no other place in the World. Due to its unusual terrain and barren landscape it is sometimes referred to as “Moonland”.

Uttaranchal or Uttrakhand is a newly formed state of North India. It is blessed with natural beauty and picturesque landscapes and boasts of some untouched and un-spoilt natural places. It is a perfect place for wildlife lover as it homes various wildlife reserves and natural parks. Some of the best tourist attractions here are: Nainital, Ranikhet, Binsar, Mussoorie and the Valley of Flowers.

The Heart of India is Madhya Pradesh, and the hearth of Madhya Pradesh is Khajuraho. These ancient temples are an example of rich cultural heritage of India. Additionally, visit destinations like Orchha, Pachmarhi and Satpura, in the city of Gwalior to witness some of the finest monuments and natural beauty of the country.

The West

Maharashtra is home to India’s commercial capital, Mumbai (Bombay). Here you will find several amazing tourist destinations. You must also visit Mahabaleshwar, Lonavala and Khandala (quite near to Mumbai) during a West India Tour for their pristine beauty.

The state of Goa in Maharashtra is known for its carnivals and lush tropical beaches. Don’t miss it.

The East

Eastern India is well known for the Sun Temple, tea estates, Buddhist monasteries and tribal cultures. It consists of the beautiful “seven sisters” i.e. Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura, Mizoram and Manipur. All these seven states of India are extremely beautiful places to be holidaying in India. Don’t forget to visit Shilong and Cherrapunji, in Meghalaya, during your East India Tour.

The South

Kerala is also known as the “Gods Own Country” and is one of the prime tourist destinations of South India Tours. It is a perfect destination for holidays, honeymoon, art, culture, tradition, health care, yoga, Ayurveda and meditation. Kerala is famous for its natural beauty, amazing beaches, delicious sea food and backwaters. Visit beautiful places like Munnar, Periyar and Kovalam while you are in Kerala.

Tamil Nadu has the famous hill station named Ooty. It is one of the famous hill stations of southern India and is popularly referred to as “Queen of Hills”. Also take a trip to Kodaikanal and Coimbatore to see scenic natural beauty.

The state of Karnataka in South India has wonderful tourist destinations Coorg and BR Hills. Coorg is a place that is believed to haunt you forever with its timeless beauty. It is also described as the Scotland of India.

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Traveling in India? Grab Great Holiday Tour Packages

Friday, July 23rd, 2010

Across the world, India is known for its lively colors, culture and festivals. It is a country with vast treasure of rich heritage that is clearly visible from its numerous monuments and temples. All of these make India tour one of the most in demand tours globally.

India is such a vast country that it will be difficult for you to fix a travel itenary without the guidance of an expert tour organizer. These travel agencies offer innumerable India holiday packages that make traveling in India a lot easier. They will not only help in planning and booking your hotels and travel tickets but will also make sure that you get the most from holidaying in India.

However, while looking for an India tour package you must make sure that a tour deal accommodates all of your needs and requirements. Ensure that it is designed in such a way that your comforts and convenience are not compromised. After all besides being cheap, a travel package must also cover all the important tourist spots of the country.

To help you make correct decisions regarding India tours here are some of the promising Indian holiday packages that will make you discover something new and interesting in India every time you decide to take a trip around the country.

Adventure tour packages – This package covers all the major adventure tour destinations in India. It will take you for a Markha Valley trek, a wildlife safari in Rajasthan, a jeep safari in Himalayas or a river rafting on the Ganges. Experience the real thrill of adventure travel in India by opting for this package.

Beach Tour packages – If you are one of those who love spending some quiet time in the beaches this package is best for you. With packages like Andaman Beach tour package, Tiger tour with beach package, Goa Carnival package and South India Beach package available under this category, you are bound to have some extraordinary time travelling in India.

Heritage tour packages – For those who take keen interest in the rich heritage of India, this package offers the most. You can choose from Rajput heritage tour, Heritage tour with river Ganges, Ladakh Kashmir heritage tour and many more.

Wildlife tour packages – Some of the most fascinating flora and fauna can be seen spread across India’s 96 national parks and 350 wildlife sanctuaries. Keeping this in mind, travel operators have come up with packages like South India wildlife tour, Tiger tour, East India wildlife tour, Rajasthan wildlife tour and bird watching tour to name just a few.

Pilgrimage tour packages – India is known to be home to people belonging from different religious beliefs. Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, Jains, Christians, Buddhists and Jews live in India in perfect harmony. Visit some of the devotional places of all these religious beliefs by availing packages like South India pilgrimage tour, North India pilgrimage tour, Char Dham Yatra and Islamic tour package.

Honeymoon tour packages – You must come to India for your honeymoon. It has some of the most exotic hill stations, beaches and backwaters in the world. Choose form Best of North East, Beast of Kerala, Uttranchal Honeymoon tour or India Beach tour to make your beginning of a lifelong partnership special and memorable.

So, don’t forget to consult a travel organizer the next time you plan to tour India. Purchase an affordable India holiday tour package and simply relax & enjoy the beauty of this incredible country!

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Buy Special Customized Hill Station Holiday Tour Packages

Wednesday, July 7th, 2010

Hillstationsinindia.com, the online travel website has launched special hill station tour packages for you to beat the Indian summers this year. Contesting the holiday mood all around, a series of customized packages like honeymoon package, pilgrimage package and camping package have been announced, bringing enormous good news for the budget travelers. Experience the thrill and excitement of hill stations in India with the experts in the industry – hillstationsinindia.com.

The hill stations in India are a big hit amongst adventure enthusiasts since they provide ample opportunity for fun-filled and audacious sporting activities like mountaineering, rock climbing, trekking, kayaking, mountain biking, skiing and paragliding. Due to this, the hill station tour packages by hillstationsinindia.com are of enormous value in term of money spent and give you the best options for holidaying in India. Each of these packages also includes transportation by A/C cars and local sightseeing at every hill station destinations. The business head of Hillstationsinindia.com is very much cheerful about these holiday tour packages, which he says would be continue throughout the rest of this year.

“We above all cater to the budget tourists unlike other tour establishments of this industry. We deliver what we promise without charging any extra cost. Talking of hill station tour packages, we have great deals on offer which are affordable but at the same time very much exclusive. You can travel hill stations in India and enjoy your holidays without traveling great distances and exhausting yourself. Moreover, you are free to choose your preferred holiday destinations from a wide range of popular hill stations of India. Another big advantage of our holiday tour package is the night expenditures without which holidaying in India is incomplete”, avers the business head of Hillstationsinindia.com.

These expediently priced hill station tour packages offer different deals varying from 3 to 10 day tours covering some of the most beautiful and exotic hill stations of India. Destinations like Kullu-Manali, Shimla, Nainital, Ooty, Darjeeling, Khandala and many more are covered under holiday tour packages of Hillstationsinindia.com. In the coming days Hillstationsinindia.com promises to bring out some more attractive packages that would help tourists to explore even more unfamiliar hill stations in India.

For best deals on hill stations holiday tour packages browse http://www.hillstationsinindia.com/

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Travel to India- Foreign Tourist flock to Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu

Thursday, July 1st, 2010

According to latest records of the Indian tourism ministry, domestic tourism registered a 15.5% growth during 2009 despite adverse advisories and the financial crunch. On the other hand, foreign tourist visits (FTVs) in India saw a decline of 2.8% from last year’s record. This, experts say, is due to the drop in number of tourists due to fallout of swine flu and recession in the country.

However, despite this fall in numbers, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra has recorded a considerable growth in the number of foreign tourists. These have been the most visited international tourist destinations in 2009. The complete list of states with their FTV is as follows: Tamil Nadu (20.3 lakh), Maharashtra (20 lakh), Delhi (19.6 lakh), Uttar Pradesh (15.3 lakh), West Bengal (11.8 lakh), Rajasthan (10.7 lakh), Andhra Pradesh (80,000), Kerala (55,000), Bihar (42,000) and Himachal Pradesh (40,000). All of these states have recorded high FTVs during 2009. The percentage share of the top five states is Tamil Nadu (17.3%), Maharashtra (14.6%), Delhi (14.3%), Uttar Pradesh (11.25) and West Bengal (8.6%).

Interestingly, Tamil Nadu has emerged on top of this list leaving behind Delhi, which traditionally receives the highest FTVs since it’s the country’s capital. Similarly, Maharashtra remained the second preference amongst foreigners mainly due to the fact that Mumbai is the commercial capital of the country.

Though it is hard to point out the exact reason for such a change in preference amongst international tourists, authorities from the tourism industry suspect that tourists now want to go beyond the beaten track of Jaipur and Agra.

Further, during 2009, the number of FTVs in India was 1.37crore compared to 1.41 and 1.33crore in 2008 and 2007 respectively. Also about 65 Crore domestic travelers visited India last year compared to 56.3crore in 2008 and 52.7crore in 2007. “While the FTVs dipped, the domestic tourism industry grew. This reemphasized the importance of domestic tourism on the overall Indian tourism,” a tourism ministry official said.

Andhra Pradesh, because of Tirumala – Tirupati, and Uttar Pradesh because of its religious places like Banaras, topped the list of states with highest domestic tourist footfalls.

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Char Dham Yatra Tour Packages

Friday, May 28th, 2010

Chardham-Pilgrimage-Tour has long experience of organizing Chardham Yatra for Indians, NRI’s and foreign nationals who are inquisitive about this Hindu practice. Over the years, this tour operator, has been successful in attracting Char Dham  pilgrims and providing them the best of services like food and accommodation. Like every year, this year also, Chardham-Pilgrimage-Tour has made elaborate arrangements for this Yatra. It is offering various affordable Chardham tour packages to cater to all the traveling needs of the pilgrims.

This year the Chardham Yatra kicked off on the auspicious day of Akshya Tritiya with the opening of the doors of the Gangotri and Yamunotri shrines. The doors of Badrinath shrine and the Kedarnath shrine too, were opened for pilgrims, a few days later amidst chanting of Vedic hymns. These shrines opened nearly after six-months of winter break and will remain open till mid November. Since, the Chardham is considered to be the most sacred of all Hindu religion pilgrimages; one must visit these shrines once in their lifetime to wash off one’s lifetime sins.

Anticipating a large influx of pilgrims and tourists, this well known Chardham yatra operator has made boarding and lodging arrangements in association with some of the best hotels, guest houses and lodges of Uttarakhand. Transportation vehicles are also available on rent for those who do have their own convenience. In addition to this, they also have provision for expert multilingual guides who will assist pilgrims throughout the trip and impart knowledge about the historical significance of the Chardham Yatra.

“Keeping in mind the growing interest amongst tourists for Chardham, we have designed several tour packages centered on this Yatra. Tourists can enjoy the Chardham Yatra with valley of flowers or the Chardham yatra with Hemkund Sahib. There are still more options available. We have even made all arrangements for local sightseeing around these destinations. Trust our expertise. Simply book a Chardham Tour package from us and be assured to get the complete flavor of Indian traditions and cultures. You will surely return with an everlasting memory of these most sacred places of India”, said the managing director of Char-Dham-Tour.

For Chardham Yatra Tour Packages Booking Call on 91-9212777223 / 24 /25 or visit http://www.chardham-pilgrimage-tour.com/

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Golden Triangle Tours- An Unbelievable Tours Experience of North India

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

The Golden Triangle Tour is an appealing trip that gives you a glimpse of the rich historical heritages of northern India. Covering three major travel destinations, a Golden triangle tour package showcase you the most colorful, historical, cultural and architectural heritage of a bygone era. So, if you are one of those who take keen interest in history, you will surely get moved by the majestic architectural buildings, palaces, forts, traditions and cultures of these three places – Delhi, Jaipur (Rajasthan) and Agra (Uttar Pradesh).

Having experienced the most glorious historical events during the time of Mughals, Rajputs and the British, the Golden triangle of India has evolved as the cultural hub for tourists who want to get a flavor of ancient Indian’s roots. Over the years, the number of tourists visiting these cities has increased steadily due to the fact that each one of them offers its own unique blend of characters and practices.

So firstly, you must begin this North Indian tour from the national capital, Delhi. Here you will get to explore the various heritage sites like Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb and Lakshminarayan Temple, besides some of the British era Victorian architecture buildings.

Next in the trip comes the city of Jaipur. Since this city was ruled by various Mughal and Rajput dynasties in the past, it showcases ancient Indian architecture at its best. Brimming with colorful and architectural marvels, Jaipur is also renowned for its traditional and religious practices. You get to experience the main highlight of this city while visiting the magnificent Hawa Mahal which is famous for its big windows, which were once used by the queens to view the daily proceedings of the city. In addition to this, the erstwhile seat of the King of Jaipur-City Palace and the Amber Fort flanking a mountain are the other major attractions of Rajasthan tours.

Moving on to the city of Agra, the third stoppage of this Golden Triangle Tour, you will get to see the lovely Taj Mahal, built by the Mughal ruler Shah Jahan in the year 1653. This white marble mausoleum has been recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Moreover, you will get to know why this city is an awaited destination for most tourists only when you visit the other attractions of the city like the UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Fatehpur Sikri and Red Fort; also renowned for their stunning Mughal architectural brilliance.

Today Indian tours like the Golden Triangle Tours have gained the attention of worldwide tourists due to the presence of splendid palaces, incredible historical monuments and diverse topographical features highlighting the countries diversity, culture and lifestyle. Hence, you too, will return with unforgettable touring experiences once you have been on this North Indian tour.

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Tourists flock to Patnitop Hill Station Kashmir to Beat the Summer Heat

Monday, May 24th, 2010

Kashmir tourism has seen a great upsurge of tourists recently. To beat the soaring temperatures of the plains, people are flocking to the Patnitop hill station which is situated 70 miles from the state of Jammu & Kashmir. Since Patnitop lies more than 65-hundred feet above sea level, tourists find this place to be a big relief from the hot weather that prevails in the plains during warm Indian summers.

“The weather here is really nice. In other parts of Northern Indian plains the weather is too hot. Temperatures there may sometimes even rise up to over 45°C. However, here the weather is cool. We are enjoying it totally”, said a tourist from Gujarat. Another tourist from Bihar added, “This is indeed a beautiful place. The ambiance here is calm and peaceful. Anybody who wishes to enjoy beauty of a serene environment should plan a Kashmir hill station tour this summer.”

The Patnitop hill station is a major attraction of Kashmir tourism because it is a beautiful and charming plateau. In addition to this, the gushing and ice-cold fresh water springs of Patnitop is said to have medicinal properties. Adventure activities like trekking, skiing and aero sports are also popular amongst tourists. Those who simply want to enjoy the nature can stroll through the narrow paths of the mountain range. Since these paths pass through wooden lanes that link Kud with Batore, walking through them gives a panoramic view of the hill station in the backdrop of the Chenab River basin, thus bringing one close to the nature. Patnitop hill station is also a perfect spot for picnics.

Besides the natural beauty, dense pine forests and flourishing green landscape; there are various sightseeing destinations in Patnitop hill station. The Naag temple, the Sudh Mahadev, the Vaishno Devi shrine, the Bahu Fort temple, the Buddha Amarnath temple, the Kishtwar, the Mubarak Mandi palace and the Raghunath Temple are a must visit when one is travelling to Kashmir.

Patnitop is one of the most developed tourist spots in the state of Jammu & Kashmir. It caters to all types of travelers. There are several luxury hotels and resorts in Patnitop that not only offers the perfect accommodation for a summer retreat, but also have the advantage of being situated amidst the most picturesque surroundings. Most importantly, all Patnitop hotels have special arrangement for honeymoon travelers and family vacationers.

For Kashmir Hill Station Tour Packages Call TourMyIndia.com on 91-120-4052615-99 or Visit official Website at http://www.tourmyindia.com/

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