France is synonymous with all the good things in life, unique in the world for its individual sense of style, its gourmet food and wine, rustic architecture and beautiful landscapes. Little wonder that for so many years, it has remained such a firm favourite for those seeking a second home in the sun.In what has always been a solid, stable property market, prices here have escaped the dramatic drop in value seen in neighbouring...more
Looking for a unique stay in the Tropical North Queensland, than you really need to consider deliberately stranding yourself at the incredible Daydream Island Resort, a very different stay from the mainland this resort is in a world all its own.Located on the Great Barrier Reef, it is part of the Whitsunday Islands in the TNQ region of Australia. A place to come and relax, Daydream Island is a place to unwind and escape from it all. An incredible...more
Darjeeling is is the most beautiful hill station of India, and a perfect gateway for those seeking to be in harmony with nature. Darjeeling is also famously known as Queen of Hill stations. With sprawling tea gardens, fruits orchards, cardamom plantation, exotic natural beauty, undulating slopes, exotic flora and fauna and Breathtaking scenery, Darjeeling never fails to lure visitors.It is also home to the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway where the century old miniature steam engine still chugs uphill vying for space with the fast disappearing Land Rovers. Apart from its natural beauty provides a wide variety of activities from leisurely scenic walks to more grueling activities such as trekking and river rafting for the adventurous ones. Every year from the month of April to June and September to December tourists flock in this beautiful hill station to enjoy holidays in splendor. It is the best place for nature lovers, travelers, vacationers and honeymoon couples. There are myriad captivating tourists attractions that are worth visiting and exploring being in this small hill town. Darjeeling is also the home of six hundred varieties of beautiful birds like fairy bluebirds, sunbirds,...more
Oregon is an amazing state with lots of fun things to do. However, there is nothing better than checking out Sun Mountain while you are in the state! This is a place to have fun for the entire family and there are activities for everyone to enjoy. For example, you might enjoy bowling or playing in the arcade. There are also redemption games that...more
When it comes to modes of travel, one has a lot of options in this day and age. You can fly the skies, cross the seas in ocean liners or perhaps travel by super fast trains. This is not to mention that bus travel too is quite easy and convenient. It also happens to be relatively cheaper on account of that it is the preferred mode of transport for...more
So I arrived in Dubai during the winter when it was cooler, around 20-25 C. I haven't been there for hot summer yet. People usually say that summer is a time to stay inside, with temperatures reaching 50C! However, there is basically air conditioning everywhere. One thing that surprised me the most about the climate was the sandstorms, Be careful when the wind picks up and sand blows around the streets and the sky.One of the first things you'll notice about the city is that it's a boomtown with cranes and construction dotting the cityscape. The tallest building in the world, Burj Duba, is almost done and the Dubai Mall with its 1200+ stores, fish tanks, ice rinks, Mall of Emirates with skiing shows the boomtown aspect too. I think the extreme desert in the Middle East is mysterious and unlike anything you can experience in Europe or US. To me there are 2 Dubai's. Firstly, there"s the "Old Dubai" with its souks and market that show the traditional city. Secondly, there's the flashy and newer Dubai with malls, luxury hotels , restaurants, including the enormous Atlantis Hotel.Both are authentic and truly Dubai, just very different. UAE is a new country, and most development has been...more
With more and more people heading to the various music festivals over the year, Spain is slowly creeping up the list as the best destination for annual festivals. With a wide range of events catering for every type of music fan, a holiday to Spain is...more
No matter what your wishes are for a vacation destination the Sunshine Coast is sure to please you. There are many activities available, something for everyone, here are just some of the things available in this paradise. The waters are so blue and...more
If you're like me, this time of year you start seeing articles on how to have a stress-free holiday, create meaningful holiday traditions, nurture yourself during the holidays, and so on. You start thinking about how to get things done ahead of time,...more
Decorating the Christmas tree is a tradition that most people enjoy and look forward to year after year. However, if you've been using the same old tired decorations for the last decade, it may be time to freshen things up and try something new. If...more
Planning a trip to or from London soon for the first time? Well, countless people fret at the thought of landing in one of the largest Airports like Heathrow alone for the first time. The same thing happens when moving away from the city via the same...more
Traveling to Australia with children may not be your first inclination for a family vacation destination, but it's a very family friendly place. And the Queensland area is providing very competitive pricing even during this rough economic time.The...more