Tourists visiting Kerala can now enjoy all comforts while travelling in a luxury caravan. As per news reports, the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC) has announced the launch of Kerala’s first Caravan Tourism package, under which tourists will be able to avail all comforts while travelling on a luxury caravan by paying INR 3999 plus tax per person per night. Plus, the ride fare has been fixed at INR 40 per kilometre, whereas the caravan will be able to accommodate up to two children and four adults. Reports have it that as Kerala’s premium hospitality service provider, the state-run KTDC has signed an agreement with caravan service providers opting to operate under the package.
Friday, April 22, 2022
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Picturesque and enchanting, Kashmir is cradled high in the lofty green Himalayas and hailed all over the world for its incredible natural beauty. Surrounded by mountain peaks, lush green valleys, glistening lakes, temples and spectacular Mughal-era gardens, it has inspired poets through centuries. The valleys of Kashmir are untamed and unspoilt. Surrounded by the sublime mountains, these valleys echo nature, beauty and a certain level of mysticism. Charming lakes: The lakes in Kashmir are crystal clear, stunning and pristine. Srinagar boasts of the Dal and Nageen Lakes which are stunning.
Kashmir has made a record in March 2022. It’s for the first time in 10 years that the valley recorded footfall of around 1.8 lakh tourists in the month of March, as per the figures available with the Kashmir tourism department. The department is hoping that the number of tourists will only increase in the coming two months as it will be the peak of summer season in India.
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, Ramadan is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (usually around May or June) to commemorate the first revelation of the Quran to Muhammad. While fasting from dawn until sunset, Muslims refrain from consuming food, drinking liquids, smoking, engaging in sexual relations and ‘sinful’ behavior, such as lying and fighting. Like many other religions, fasting is designed to develop self-control and inspire self-improvement. In Malaysia, Muslims typically begin fasting for the full day during Ramadan from the age of 12.
Like most Muslim-majority countries, Muslim-run food outlets close across Malaysia during the day, but that doesn’t mean food can’t be found. To the contrary, Chinese and other non-Muslim-run restaurants remain open pretty much everywhere, aside from the more conservative states of Kelantan, Kedah, Kuala Terengganu and increasingly Johor, where food can still be found during the day with a bit of effort.
Attractions, stores, and even bars and nightclubs stay open in most cities and towns during Ramadan in Malaysia. While smaller cities and villages are typically quieter during the day, they burst into life at night during the main meal, which can make for some fantastic photo opportunities.
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
Goa is a favourite beach destination in India. It has a laid-back lifestyle, hippie vibe, glorious scenic beaches, natural tranquillity, beach sports, and awesome parties. It’s a great destination year-round, but visiting Goa during summer is quite a special experience. The best places to visit in Goa include not-to-be-missed historical treasures and some of the most iconic beaches and landscapes that you can find around this magical paradise. There are innumerable churches, historical monuments, and hotspots of natural beauty spread across Goa's pint-sized geography.
Monday, April 18, 2022
In the United States, the Easter Egg Roll is an annual event and is held on the White House South Lawn each Easter Monday for children (age 13 and younger) and their parents. It is hosted by the President of the United States and the First Lady of the United States. The Egg Roll is a race where children push an egg through the grass with a long-handled spoon. Surrounding events include appearances by White House personalities in Easter Bunny costumes, speeches and book-reading by cabinet secretaries, and exhibits of artistically decorated eggs.
According to tradition, Dolley Madison, the wife of President James Madison, began the event in 1814. Hundreds of children brought their decorated eggs to join in games. Rolling Easter eggs was a popular annual custom in Washington DC and Alexandria, Virginia, as early as the 1850s. Children rolled eggs on Easter Monday (and sometimes Good Friday) at the Capitol, the White House, and other parks and open spaces. Easter eggs were rolled at the capitol as early as 1855 and at the White House as early as 1860.By the 1870s, the Capitol had become the most popular place to roll eggs, although they were also rolled at the White House and other places.
Thursday, April 14, 2022
While most think that a sure shot way to stay alive through the Indian summers is sunscreen, a top hat and lots of water, there is one more thing that you can try to stay cool. A higher altitude! With temperatures soaring well beyond 40 degrees, who can say no to exploring beyond the staple vacation spots with a cool breeze and quiet environment? Lets take a look at a compiled a list of best places to visit in April in India.
1. Andaman & Nicobar Islands: Replete with picturesque shimmering beaches, lagoons of turquoise blue waters and a bit of history, Andaman & Nicobar Islands is one of the most loved places to visit in April in India. A little slice of paradise, it is tucked around 1,400 km away from the east coast.
2.Auli: One of the most adventurous and yet safe options among the Himalayan Ski circuit, Auli is known still one of the lesser marvels on Devbhoomi, Uttarakhand.
3. Coorg: Located amidst imposing mountains in Karnataka with a perpetually misty landscape, Coorg is the place to be for all nature lovers. Officially known as Kodagu, is the most affluent hill station in Karnataka.
4. Kodaikanal: Kodaikanal is small, intimate, misty, and mountainous, attracting tourists towards this captivating hill town. Located in the Palani Hills of the Western Ghats, Kodai clings to the mountains draped in forests of pine, gum trees and kurinji shrubs.
Held every 10 years in the Netherlands, the colourful flower-trading capital of Europe, Floriade is a huge world horticultural exhibition and the country’s biggest, most spectacular gardening show. Floriade 2022 will see the return of the festival, when it will open for six months in Almere, near Amsterdam, with a futuristic eco-theme of ‘growing green cities’.
Starting on 14th April and running until 9th October, the expo will feature 40 unique and fascinating exhibitions inspired by the idea of bringing the countryside into the city. Visitors to the Floriade Expo will be treated to the sights and smells of some 3,000 trees, shrubs, perennials, creepers, hydrophytes and flower bulbs at this truly unique exhibition.
Set across a vast, 150-acre site, more than 300 eco-homes have been built as part of the show, with plans for the area to be turned into a green residential neighbourhood of 660 homes once it’s finished.