Scranton is an exciting tourist destination

September 25th, 2010

Located in the north-east of Pennsylvania, Scranton is a famed holiday destination, filled with amazing sights and sounds to please the vacationer. Land surrounded by hills and mountains, Scranton has wonderful scenic beauty to capture the attention of the nature-lover.

Scranton has some amazing sightseeing locations to offer the discerning traveller. One must definitely visit the Steamtown National Historic Site while in Scranton, apart from other attractions such as the former Lackawanna Train Station, the Scranton Cultural Centre at the Masonic Temple, the Electric City Trolley Museum, the Houdini Museum and the Toyota Amphitheatre among others.

And if you are bored by simply sightseeing, you can have some pure fun by going shopping and splurging your money at some of the best shopping centres in the world! Apart from shopping, you could also try your hand at ice-skating, skiing or even a hot-air balloon trip! Scranton is an exciting tourist destination if you know just how to have your share of fun from an endless list of offerings!

Best places to visit in North India

September 21st, 2010

India, a land that is rich in culture and religion, is one of the most visited countries in the world. A land associated with Oriental magic and snake-charmers, India features as a must-visit land on many tourists’ lists.

North India, with its geographical wonders is among the most notable places. The great Himalayas form the backdrop of North India and is home to various hill-stations including Simla, Manali, Kulu and the famous ‘Paradise on Earth’ Jammu and Kashmir.

North India is also famed for its various religious sites and one should definitely visit these places for the peace and tranquillity they offer. On a trio to North India you must definitely cover Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedharnath, Badrinath, Haridwar, Varanasi and more.

North India has its share of wildlife sanctuaries and national parks which are also a treat to visit. Must-see national parks include Valley of Flowers National Park, Ranthambore National Park, Jim Corbett National Park, Kanha National Park, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Dudhwa National Park and more.

Come experience the wonders of North India and enjoy one of the wonders of the world Taj Mahal among the many wonders that the region has to offer!

Exploring Orlando at its best

September 16th, 2010

Orlando, most famed for Disney World, situated on Lake Buena Vista, is a vacation paradise that sees footfall in millions all through the year. Orlando’s claim to fame may be Walt Disney’s Disney World, but this wonderful city in Florid has much more to offer the discerning traveller.

The Universal Orlando Resort, with its two theme parks, is one of the most visited locations in Orlando. The SeaWorld Adventure Park, Aquatica, Discovery Cove, Gatorland and Wet ‘N Wild are some of the water-based theme parks and animal sanctuaries that attract a lot of people, ranging from little kids to elderly grandparents.

Orlando is also famous for its numerous sculpted parks and gardens and the many wonderful museums. The Historic Bok Sanctuary is an exquisitely landscaped garden that houses exotic flowers and a variety of wild birds. The World of Orchids is the acclaimed greenhouse that displays the finest orchids for all to see. Ripley’s Believe it or Not, International Trolley and Train Museum, the Orlando Science Center and the Cornell Fine Arts Museum are some of the most renowned museums and art galleries in Orlando.

Summer vacations in Rome

September 13th, 2010

Rome, famed as the “Eternal City” has been the hub of one of the greatest civilisations in the world and has cradled great power and culture within its folds. A fabulous city with ancient churches, cathedrals and basilicas, historic ruins, magnificent monuments, Rome is easily the most visited European city.

Rome was not built in a day, they say. And you realise the truth of the saying only when you visit this amazing city. The historic city centre is actually a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is a true wonder to behold.

The Vatican City, being home to the Pope, is a true treat to visit, whether you are a practicing Roman Catholic or not. Must-see places in Vatican City include St. Peters Square and St. Peters Basilica, apart from the many museums located there.

A trip to Rome is also never complete without a visit to the Coliseum, the Pantheon, the Roman Forum and the Trevi Fountain. Make the most of your summer vacations in Rome by partaking of the opulence of this wonderful land!

Spring vacations in Switzerland

September 13th, 2010

Switzerland, the renowned honeymooner’s paradise, has been made famous by many a Bollywood movie, with its actors setting the screen ablaze with their romantic songs amid the white snows! A vacation to Switzerland will definitely be anice break and you can enjoy the beaurty of the majestic mountains and the beautiful lakes dotting the land.

Switzerland is also famed for its seven natural wonders, apart from its snow-capped peaks, and these should definitely form a part of your trip. The must-see spots in Switzerland include the Matterhorn, the northern walls of the Jungfrau and Eiger, the Aletsch Glacier, the lakes of the Upper Engadine Valley, the Lake Lucerne, the Oeschinensee Lake and the Rhine Falls.

The adventure lover will also be definitely pleased with his trip to Switzerland, thanks to the great adrenalin-pumping sports that he can partake of, including bungee-jumping, paragliding, skiing and much more! Spring vacations in Switzerland are the best way to spend some time in the lap of nature.

Unusual Places You Should Not Miss in Bhutan

August 18th, 2010

Bhutan is one of the most beautiful creations of nature. Its scenic beauty, deep virgin forests, giant mountains, wild rivers spell magic on the visitors.

PARO – Paro welcomes tourists with its Lush green paddy fields along one side and fresh water river on the other side. It is famous for its religious pilgrims like Kyichu Lkhang and Taksang Monterey. 15km away from Paro you will find the ruins of the famous Drukgyel Dzong. You can also visit Mount Jhumolahri, but the trip would be incomplete without visiting a tea farm and tasting a butter tea.

THIMPU –Thimpu, the capital of Bhutan. Semtokha is a national learning centre for Bhutani language Dzongkha. Dzong is another famous place here. Being the capital city, Thimpu is the hub of ministries. The office of the king, home and finance ministries are in Dzong.

DOCHULA PASS – Dochula Pass is at the height of 10,500 fts. The best attraction of this place is its snow peaks.

BHUMTHANG – Bhumthang is one of the most beautiful valleys of Bhutan. It’s located in the legends of Guru Padamasambhava. Environment here helps sooth your mental and physical fatigue. It’s also famous for producing wine, fruit juices and brandies.

Travel in Hungary and explore the place

August 13th, 2010

Hungary is one of the most beautiful creations of nature. There is lot of exiting things that you can do in your Hungarian holidays. Though most of the tourist attractions are in Budapest, the capital city, rest of the country is yet to be explored. Hiking is one of the major attractions. You can hike mountain ranges like Matra, Zemplen and Bukk. Wine tasting is another attraction. There are more than 30 well known wine regions like Sopron, Eger and Tokaj.

Thermal Springs and Thermal baths are other major tourist attractions. You can find a number of bath houses to soothe and relax yourself. In the mid west of Hungary is the Lake Balaton, which offers a lot of things you can do in summers. You can visit Royal Palace, also known as Buda Castle. Not to forget the Budapest Spring Festival, this is the biggest and best celebration in Hungary.

The Popularity Of Static Caravan Holidays

August 8th, 2010

Caravans are cheap when compared to hotel rooms and if you are looking for a week long holiday, it might be best option to go with. The same can also be said with the option of motorhome hire. Motorhomes have the added benefit of mobility to explore new regions without the added cost of renting a car. They are quiet spacious. There is plenty of space for a sitting area, bedroom, a fitted kitchen and a bathroom. This makes these caravans a perfect type of family accommodation. Also Caravans are set over their own plots, so it gives a lot of area for children to play.

These caravans are always located in ideal location. So, you are only a few hundred yards away from beaches. So, you can pack your bags anytime to enjoy a picnic and even stay late night on the beaches. Not only this, caravan offers a great range of facilities to make your holidays more enjoyable, like mini shopping centre nearby, children’s play area, café or restaurant, fast food take always and bars.
So the combination of cost, convenience and location make these caravan holidays so popular.

The Beauty of Algarve Beaches

August 3rd, 2010

Algarve is located in the southernmost region of Portugal and has always been liked for its beaches. It has more than 48 beaches, 4 marines and number of coves. Central Algarve beaches remain busy in summers. There are many beautiful beaches in Praia de Armacoa de Pera, Praia dos Pescadores Praia do tunel and the number goes on.

Western Algarve has some of the world famous beaches. Beauty of Praia de vale centeanes ,Praia de Marina, Benagil is just unimaginable. Lagos has also some amazing and picturisque beaches like Mela Praia.
There are nudist beaches also in Algarve, but only two of them are legal. They are Adegas and Praia do Homem nu. Among the unofficial, there are Praia de Brodeira, Praia do Beliche, Praia das Furnas and many more. There are gay beaches also like Cavalo Preto, Praia Grande, quinta do lago and Faro Island. The Portuguese are not ones to be shy and their bright and colourful swimwear accentuates this fact. Part of the fun of these beaches is the carefree attitudes and great vibes, but the surf is what attracts thousands of water sport enthusiasts to Algarve time and time again. Here you can find some of the best surfing spots in Portugal whether you are a beginner or an expert. Apart from its beaches, Algarve is also famous for its rock formation.

A visit to Budapest in the summer months

August 3rd, 2010

Budapest is a beautiful and lively city in a beautiful country, Hungary. Budapest enjoys a Mediterranean climate. Budapest is at its best in spring; however most of the tourists prefer to come in summers.

Summers in Budapest are generally very hot and dry. The temperature might go up to 30 deg. The reason being its location. It is located with the Alps to the west and an open great plain to the east making summers extremely hot. The city is so warm in the day that the buildings absorb the heat making the nights also warm.

Despite of this Budapest expects the most number of visitors in July and August. As the days are long people can enjoy more outdoor activities and sightseeing. People prefer going to fresh fruit markets. Sudden showers are also expected, so don’t forget to take your umbrella along with you.