India may not immediately jump to mind when thinking of winter sports, but one of its northernmost states, Uttarakhand, at the foot of the Himalayas is known for its natural beauty and adventure opportunities, including skiing and snowboarding. Here are some of its top winter-sports destinations:
A tiny alpine town nestled in the Chamoli district about 13 kilometres from the city of Joshimath, this is ranked as India's top ski resort due to its well-maintained pistes at both low and high alt
Rendering of 2nd-floor entrance to Cerulean Tower Tokyo
The Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel in Tokyo's hip Shibuya Neighborhood are opening three new restaurants in late November on the hotel's second-floor Tower Side Terrace. These restaurants include:
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Sushi Ito Ikkan, a nine-seat counter and six-seat private room.
Teppanyaki, a 10-seat counter and six-seat private room.
Cigar Bar with 10 seats and an eight-seat counter.
Both Sushi Ito Ikkan and the Teppanyaki restaurant offer private dining rooms,
With its sparkling beaches, stunning waterfalls, and beautiful rainforests, Costa Rica is a paradise for backpackers. Here, you can make your way through forest canopy walks or fall in love with the relaxed pura vida (a favorite local phrase, meaning "pure life") of this lovely Central American country. There’s so much to do here that if you plan well you can truly have the trip of a lifetime. And here are some of what I think are the best places to go backpacking here:
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That mid-winter beach holiday is important for many people. In the midst of grey clouds, cold temperatures and the daily grind, an escape to warm sun and fun sounds very appealing. So, book yourself in for a mid-winter break at one of these amazing destinations that offer more than just a beach.
An Bang Beach, Hoi An, Vietnam
This stretch of beach (top) is endangered, as it is being progressively eaten away by the sea. However, it has small villas dotted along the beach with umbrellas and
I’ve been going to Livermore California for more than 25 years. My sister lived there and worked at Livermore Labs, where a lot of winemakers actually come from. We would pack a picnic and head out to the wineries. Back in the 90’s, Livermore was an up and coming wine region living in the shadow of its famous neighbors to the north, Napa and Sonoma. Today in the 2000’s, the valley is its own wine region and unique destination. Livermore Valley has its own AVA with 12 districts representing diff
Where would you go if you had an extra day during your Vienna vacation? Most travellers head for more city sightseeing to nearby cities after they visit Vienna. While right outside Wien, a few top class attractions hide from the mainstream. Here I'm sharing my personal favourites:
Crossing an Underground Lake at Seegrotte Hinterbruehl
At 60 meters below the surface, Europe's largest underground lake spreads across a former gypsum mine. Besides this amazing phenomenon, the grotto was also used by
Mostly modern in its architecture, New Zealand's biggest urban area (pop. 1.7 million), is set amid a gorgeous landscape and offers a cosmopolitan mix of culture, a spot of history, dining, shoppinardg, nightlife, and plenty of great attractions in the greater region, including vineyards, beaches, and adventure on its surrounding waters. If you're planning a visit here, you can be sure of dozens of activities to make it a memorable one. Here are seven of the most exciting when you visit the "Ci
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Travelers usually rave about Vietnam’s magnificent natural beauty, rich culture along with unique traditional lifestyle from north to south. Furthermore, by motorbike or on tours is the typical way most travelers choose to discover those features. However, there is alternative transportation to get a splendid bird’s eye view of the stunning landscapes. Have you ever wondered what it’s like to fly, to feel nothing but the air beneath you and the wind taking you on a journey? Of course yo
There are certain things the law requires you have on your boat and other items not mentioned by the law, but extremely necessary for an avid boater. I have had to learn many lessons over the years. On various occasions, I have been out on the lake, in my boat wishing I had a piece of equipment that was far away in the trunk of my car. To avoid events like this recurring, I developed a list of “must have” items that should always be on board.
Emergency Signal Flares
One of the essential rescue i
The northern part of Kerala state in south India is a favorite with travelers, especially those who love nature in its purest, raw form, covered as it is with a canopy of dense forestland in which variety of indigenous species lives. My friends and I set out on a trip to Wayanad a few weeks back. Our tour package to Kerala included a detailed tour of Wayanad from one of the state's most popular tour operators, Garlic Holidays. The package was exceptional - we were taken to some popular spots of
There’s a little village in the heart of the Pennsylvania Pocono Mountains that has seen more than its share of booms and busts during the course of its 200-year history. We recently visited the charming town for a second time. This time during its annual autumnal celebration.
Fall Foliage Festival
When we called the innkeeper of the Inn at Jim Thorpe, Dave Drury, and told him we planned to do a sequel to our story about the town of Jim Thorpe and needed a one-night room on a Friday night in O
They say great things come in small packages, and that is certainly true for the Balkan country Slovenia. Considering it’s such a small country (thirteen times smaller than New Zealand), there is a surprising variety of traditional Slovenian dishes you can sample here. According to our walking tour guide in Ljubljana, Slovenia has seven traditional regions, and each region has its own (take on Slovenian) cuisine.
If you’re a foodie you could spend a long time travelling around Slovenia and sampli
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In the Western Hemisphere, the religions brought over by African slaves have been part of the scene for centuries in Brazil, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and most famously Haiti. But until not many years ago, they were largely condemned by the Roman Catholic church and dismissed as “ignorant” and “low-class” by all but the poor. But I’ve had the chance to observe various aspects of its Cuban variants, both on the island and in South Florida, and whether one believes in it
This should be a no-brainer, but some travelers don't take sufficient account of the fact that behavior that would be considered unremarkable at home may cause offense in various different cultures abroad, especially in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Here are several examples, but this post is far from exhaustive, so do your own research depending on where you are traveling, and your experience will be all the more pleasant and rewarding because of it.
Respect for the Buddha i
If you’re visiting or moving to Australia, both Sydney and Melbourne are greatly appealing for many reasons, including their nearby beaches. Melbourne has its share of pleasant beaches, mostly with calm waters. But they pale in comparison to the ones in and around Sydney, including world-famous surf beaches, secluded bays, and stunning snorkelling and scuba spots.
Exciting Surf Beaches
Bondi Beach
Located in the eponymous suburb just 20 minutes d
A Midwestern state between Kansas and Kentucky, Missouri is covered in grassy levels that go for miles that comparison versus the high tops of the Ozark Mountains. A number of cities populate Missouri and are full of fantastic attractions, like the National World War I Museum in Kansas City, or the Gateway Arch in St. Louis. Nevertheless, there is plenty of nature to balance out the city bustle, such as stunning state parks and other hideaways among the many things to do in Missouri. Here are t
I remember when I had to visit Athens last year. I had to properly research, including reading bloggers who had visited, It helped me quite a lot in making the most of my time there, and I made a good list of places to cover in a week. Now I in turn am writing this post to share that list with those of you who are planning to visit Athens, covering almost all the major tourist spots of Athens and allowing you to explore the amazing culture and history of the city.
Whenever I hear the word “Athens
Dennis Jarvis
Majority-Buddhist Cambodia is a small, semi-authoritarian constitutional monarchy between Vietnam and Thailand with a rich history dating back to the founding of the Khmer Empire in 802. It suffered greatly during the Vietnam War era and especially in its aftermath, when the radical Khmer Rouge régime unleashed a genocide between 1975 and 1979 that shocked the world and killed more than two million. But the historical legacy of centuries still lives on to be enjoyed, as well as m
Whether you’re newly married, dating, or have been together for a long time, going on a couple’s holiday is always a welcome treat. There’s nothing better than spending some quality time with the one you love in a blissful location where you can leave all your worries and stresses behind. From tropical getaways to adventurous wilderness escapes, we have rounded up 7 of the best bucket list locations for couples.
Get Lost in the Romance of Paris
But of course, this is the city of love! The streets
