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Bara Imambara and Chota Imambara of LucknowStanding alone in a narrow passage, I am lost wondering which of the dark mysterious paths in front of me would lead me to my destination. The...
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Top Tips for Running a Travel Blog Using Only a SmartphoneDreaming of the day that you finally quit that 9-to-5 job and travel the world with nothing but a smartphone? Today, being a travel...
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Ayodhya Ram Temple and the New Ayodhya sagaStanding there, I am swept away in the sea of emotions as waves of people enter the city of Ayodhya, to see the Ayodhya Ram Temple, waving...
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GReat Coastal Colonial Trails in Tamil Nadu by GRT Hotels and ResortsA streak of gold floods the horizon as dawn breaks on Marina Beach in Chennai. Centuries ago, the local Nayak rulers leased a coastal sandy...
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From temples to castles – Places to see around GwaliorThe massive medieval Gwalior Hill Fort headlines Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh and is a city by itself with palaces, temples, step-wells, and...
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A day exploring Gwalior Fort, Madhya PradeshThere are over six layers of history to this medieval fortress” said archaeologist Padma Shri KK Muhammad Sir as we stood at the foot of...
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48 hours in Oulu, Finland – Experience the Pohjola Route“Make air, not war” screams the poster, promoting the annual Air Guitar World Championship in a quirky little city called Oulu in...
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Restoration of Bateshwar Group of Temples -KK Muhammed Sir InterviewIt was an “inner calling” that goaded archaeologist Padma Shri KK Muhammed to restore and rebuild the ancient Bateshwar Group of Temples when he...
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Weekend getaways from MuscatThere is more to Oman than just Muscat. There are many places to see around Muscat. Let’s go on a road trip and explore beaches, valleys,...
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Old Towns in PolandThere is an old-world charm that radiates from every stone wall in Poland. Stone benches take me on a melodious tour in Warsaw. There are...
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Responsible Tourism Initiatives in ManduIt’s a warm day but adding to the warmth are my hosts, Dinesh and Radha Bai Katare as they prepare a simple but delicious lunch of Dal...
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Explore the best National Parks of CroatiaCroatia is a top destination for travelers looking to explore Europe’s natural beauty. Discover the best Croatia national parks and start...
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Gopalpur Tussar and arts and crafts of Jajpur District” Almost every region in Odisha has a village called Gopalpur and we are not even talking about the famous Gopalpur by the Sea. But this...
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Jajpur Travel Guide – Heritage, Arts, Culture and TourismStanding in the corridor of the ancient Sapta Matrika temple in Jajpur in Odisha, and looking out into the open, I see the waters of the...
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Morocco in Seven DaysSome destinations are forever on your bucket list. And Morocco for me is one of them. Just before the pandemic hit the world, I had plans of...
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Waghoba Eco Lodge Tadoba by Pugdundee SafarisIt’s dark and nippy and as my eyes get used to the shadows of the dense undergrowth and the outlines of the clusters of tall grass...
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Tadoba National Park – Complete Travel Guide“Shhh..let the jungle reveal herself. Whispers echo in the air as the excitement oozes out. “Don’t take the name of...
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Pench National Park – Complete travel guideI am in the land of Mowgli at Pench National Park. The woods are dark and deep and the forests are wrapped in a dense fog of mystery. My date...
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Pench Tree Lodge by Pugdundee for arboreal adventures” You just missed a jungle owlet, ” says the naturalist Vishal Sharma, as I enter the portals of the Pench Tree Lodge by Pugdundee...
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Beyond ghats and gullies – Places to visit near VaranasiRocks and ravines, canyons and cliffs, waterfalls and valleys, forts and stupas, pre-historic art, and artisans – there are so many...
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Subah E Banaras is a divine emotionSubah E Benaras is an emotion, a soulful immersive experience that allows you to feel the timelessness of this eternal city. It is a divine...
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Kandy Esala Perahera – a traditional spectacleOur entire trip to Kandy was to experience the larger-than-life pageant of the Kandy Esala Perahera and as I saw the pageant unfold in front of...
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Shri Dalada Maligawa- Temple of the Tooth Relic in KandyMy fascination for the Kandy Tooth Relic Temple or the Kandy Dalada Maligawa shrine started with the one painting that I saw in a palatial...
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Why Cordelia Cruises are the best cruises for family travelIt seemed like a dream. The moonbeam stroked the waves, adding a tinge of silver to the dark night. The lusty winds and the roaring waves echoed...
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Gamyam – your ultimate destination for wellnessClose your eyes for a moment and take a deep breath. Now open them gently and as you read this, visualize this landscape in front of you....
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5 things to know before the next time you use a ride-hailing service at the airportEditor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft...
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Cruise lines scramble to find home port alternatives after Baltimore bridge collapseFollowing the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore early Tuesday, two cruise lines are in search of alternate ports where their...
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How the Capital One Venture X travel credit can save you $300 on your next tripEditor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. As the saying goes, don’t judge a book by...
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United to install larger overhead bins on some regional jetsUnited Airlines is making a change that should improve the passenger experience on some of its smallest jets. The airline is beginning...
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Are cruises safe? Here’s what you need to know about cruise ship security and safetyIf you’ve watched the news at any point over the past several years, it’s likely you’ve seen disturbing stories about cruise ship norovirus or...
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Spirit adds 9 new routes in latest network adjustmentSpirit Airlines continues to rearrange its network with the addition of nine new routes. The Miramar, Florida-based carrier quietly loaded a...
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Visa, Mastercard agree to lower swipe fees by 20% — how will this impact your rewards?After almost 20 years in court, the two largest credit card issuers have reached an agreement with retailers and merchants to lower interchange...
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18 Best Things To Do In Lucerne In 2024If you want to experience central Switzerland, there’s no better place than Lucerne. Lucerne is a charming city with abundant medieval...
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Sandboarding and Quad Biking the Dunes of Namibia’s Skeleton CoastFor me, the big draw of Namibia was the dunes of Sossuvlei, the mirage that they are on fire as the sun rises and sets each day, a scene we...
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2300 Security Forces Sent To Cancun For The Protection Of TouristsCancun is the number one destination not only in Mexico but in Latin America, and needless to say, when it comes to visitors' safety, local...