Oberoi Udaivilas, an Oberoi property in Udaipur has been voted as the best hotel in the world by Travel + Leisure Magazine readers survey. The survey result which lists top 100 hotels includes 3 properties from Oberoi group and Taj Lake Palace at Udaipr. The other two Oberoi properties are Oberoi Amarvilas in Agra and […]
Sohra was the original name of Cherrapunjee, and the Khasi people of the region still call it by that name. The name Cherrapunjee was christened by the British. The Khasi people have been wanting to return to the original name for a while now, and now the Meghalaya government has decided to make Sohra as […]
The snake boat race held in Alappuzha, Karala every year is a well known and celebrated event. Called Nehru Trophy Boat Race, the race for this year falls on August 11th. If you are planning to attend, do keep in mind that it is the season of rains and be prepared. It can also be […]
The monsoons are bringing rains to almost all places in India. However in the south, planes of Tamil Nadu do not receive any rains in the season, and can be an option for travellers.
A structure in Mahabalipuram
Here is a suggested itinerary for covering important places of interest in the planes of Tamil Nadu, starting […]
The monsoon has made its mark in Himachal, and it is showing in hotel tariffs. Hotels in Shimla and Manali would have now slashed their prices considerably. Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation(HPTDC) is offering discounts varying from 20 to 40% in all its properties in the state.
Though it will be raining in most of […]
Ranthambhore National Park is closed for visitors starting from July 1st due to a government order imposing ban on visitors. The park will be closed for three months and will re-open on September 30th.
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Finally, Air Deccan has decided to loosen its purse a bit and at least provide free water to its passengers. They will be supplying Kingfisher bottled water, which seem to be a decision taken after Vijay Mallya bought a stake in Air Deccan.
In another news, people can travel to Singapore at prices cheaper than ever. […]
The Amarnath Yatra, which was expected to begin on the 30th June could not take off as initially planned. Incessant rains in the region have made the route slippery, resulting in temporary suspension of the commencement of the Yatra. The route is expected to open in two days, and the pilgrimage may begin on July […]