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Feb42020 by authorzNo Comments

AN UNFORGETTABLE TRIP TO CHINA

“I had never considered visiting China until only a few months before I started this trip. But then I read an article about the magnificence of The Forbidden City, Beijing’s greatest palace complex which is filled with the history of the Emperors from the Ming Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty. It stimulated my curiosity and led me to do some further research about the country; as a result, I decided to visit four cities in 12 days last November.” The first city on my list was Shanghai, and so I started my journey in what is China’s largest city of 24 million people. Located on the Huangpu River where it enters the southern bank of the Yangtze River estuary, Shanghai is a bustling metropolis of skyscrapers. It has well developed modern transport systems which make it very easy to get aro...

Feb42020 by authorzNo Comments

EXPLORING NATURE AT ITS BEST KRABI

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“In search of a relaxing destination surrounded by outstanding scenery Krabi may well be the answer to your needs. After a business trip to Bangkok, Thailand’s capital city, I decided to take a short trip to Krabi. It can be reached by plane in about an hour and, this being the second time I had been there, I knew exactly what to expect.” Lying on the mouth of the Krabi River where it flows into the Andaman Sea, Krabi is one of the largest provinces of Thailand. It is located on the mainland of Thailand but has about 20 islands and islets around it. These gorgeous islands are blessed with white sandy beaches and amazing sea cliffs, so it is no surprise that people flock there to unwind, swim in the crystal clear waters or take part in adventurous activities. The first th...

Feb32020 by authorzNo Comments

THE AMAZING ARCHITECTURE OF RAJASHTAN

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Pushkar - A Spiritual Town I had planned a trip to Rajasthan, a state in the North East of India and, on landing in the capital Jaipur, I headed for Pushkar, 150km away. Pushka is a town bordering the Thar Desert and is a famous sacred site for both Hindu and Sikh pilgrims. It is a small town with many temples and lakeside ghats (stone staircases) where people bathe during celebrations. For religious reasons in Puskar, you are not allowed to eat eggs, and meat and alcohol are prohibited. Pushkar is famous for the “Pushkar Camel Fair” which happens every year in October or November. Over a period of seven days, people come from far and wide to trade horses and camels. The first impression is that it sounds like it is just a cattle market, but it is, in fact, much more than that. ...

Feb32020 by authorzNo Comments

ESCAPE TO THE GILI ISLAND

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“The feeling of stepping onto a white sandy beach surrounding by uninterrupted views of sun-drenched white sands and azure seas is indescribable. Something not to be missed is island hopping and snorkelling in the Gilis. Only about two hours by fast boat from Bali, you can reach Gili Trawangan, the entry point to the three Gili Islands of Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Gili Meno.” The Gili islands have established themselves as trendy destinations for international visitors looking for remote islands to ‘get away from it all’. The natural feel of the islands has been greatly enhanced by the local authority’s decision to prohibit the use of motorised vehicles on the islands. This simple change greatly enriches the holiday experience as, most of the time, everyone must get around the i...

Jan312020 by authorzNo Comments

Alila Fort Bishangarh, Jaipur RAJASTHAN, INDIA

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“On a photography trip to Rajasthan, I had the opportunity to stay at the spectacular Alila Fort Bishangarh, an amazing five-star hotel near Jaipur. It was extravagant and lavish and an experience that will stay with me forever.” The spectacular fort is built on the top of a granite hill in the Aravalli Mountain area. The beautiful form of the fort is reminiscent of the fairytales of our childhood; it stimulates the imagination and conjures up stories of romance and adventure. Alila Fort Bishangarh defines what heritage hotels are all about, a 230-year- old castle in a dramatic setting and converted into an outstanding luxury hotel. The extensive renovation process took seven long years to complete and resulted in a magical place of magnificence and beauty. The renovation of ...

Jan312020 by authorzNo Comments

“5 Most Relaxing Destination”

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“Work environments and daily activities can lead to stressful that can really take its toll on you and your body. One of the best ways of coping with the stresses of everyday life is to take a regular holiday; this gives you something to look forward to and some time out to get away from it all and recharge. No matter where your destination is in the world, the important thing is to make sure you choose a place that will give you the peace and quiet you need to help you clear your mind from your worries so that, by the end of your holiday, you are feeling relaxed and revitalised. Here in our Five Best, we take a look at some laid-back places around Southeast Asia from Ubud to Labuan Bajo, Langkawi, Phuket and Ha Long Bay, places that we think are well suited to giving the break you ne...