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Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Some useful tips about Domestic as well as International Travels

Guys, I think this information worth for all travelers who travel abroad or within the territory. Just keep in mind following things.

• To beat jet lag, book an overnight flight or one that arrives in the evening when travelling east so you can either catch your sleep on the flight or as soon as you get in to your destination.

• To prevent the swelling of feet as is wont to happen on long flights, walk in the aisle at intervals and try not to take off your shoes.

• Refrain from excess on the free booze when on a flight, as too much alcohol causes dehydration. Tank up instead on aqua-pura.

• When making flight reservation, remember to request for special meals if you have any food restrictions.

• After September 11, airlines follow very strict security procedures. So make sure you reach the airport for check in well before departure time. Its best to check with the airline regarding how much in advance you should be at the airport.

• If your baggage does not arrive on the same flight as you, fill out a Property Irregularity Report (PIR), with a description of the baggage, a list of contents and address to which it should be forwarded. If your baggage does not arrive at all, place a claim with the airline within 21 days.

• Overbooking is a fact of life in the airline industry. If you are not in a particular hurry to get to your destination then volunteer to give your seat up and take the next flight. The airline will provide you a hotel room and other frills, so you can end up having an extended vacation at the airlines expense!

• Do not accept any package from a stranger.

• For a smooth ride on a plane, choose the seats located near the wings as if the plane hits an air pocket, this is where you will get the least amount of bumps.

• If you are planning to watch the in flight movie, choose the fourth or fifth row from the screen to avoid getting a neck cramp.

• If you are prone to motion sickness, take an anti sickness pill before the flight. The pill won't help much, if you have it after you have started feeling sick!

• Abide by the list of items prohibited on board and carry most items like skis/cues/walking canes/sticks/Swiss knives in checked in baggage - this smoothness the check-in process plus avoids the risk of confiscation and unnecessary delays.

• Last and this is equally important - report any unattended items in the airport or aircraft to the nearest airport or airline personnel.

Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Adventure India : Ballooning and Nature Walks - 20

Ballooning:

A balloon is a type of aircraft that remains aloft due to its cheerfulness that bubbles to the surface. A balloon travels by moving with the wind. It is distinct from an airship, which is a floaty aircraft that can be propelled through the air in a controlled manner.

Ballooning is a great way to see a city. New Delhi's Safadarjung Airport provides some opportunities to float past the old monuments. One can also view the Taj Mahal from a balloon flight. Bookings have to be made in advance. Ballooning events are held annually in Rajasthan's three cities - Jaipur, Jodhpur and Jaisalmer

Nature Walks:

India's nature walks are conducted in breathtaking locales and allow one the chance to get away from the everyday of life and enjoy the peacefulness of nature. Let the peace and quiet of the nature walks in the picturesque locales allow you to restore yourself. The soothing experience is well worth the effort and can be quite a thoughtful experience. The walks allow you chance to chew over and truly make you feel one with nature. Your experience is heightened by the wealth of bird and animal life that are found in the region. So go ahead.. Give your self a break where you literally stop by the wayside to smell the flowers.

Two of India's most exciting national parks. namdhapha and Kaziranaga in the hill states of North-East have always held a very special attraction for nature lovers. Walking strictly restricted in most Indian Tiger REserves, is encouraged in Namdhapha and permitted in parts of Kaziranga, providing excellent viewing opportunities. Experiencing wildlife is especially good, but the main emphasis of this trip is the mosaic of tribal cultures one encounters. There are few trips as richly diversified as this one.

Tuesday, August 12, 2008

Adventure India : Jeep Safari - 19

A superb way to explore the Buddhist mountain kingdom of Ladakh and the remote and mysterious Nubra Valley. Wide open spaces, wind across your face, breathtaking, bewitching scenery is what you see driving past different landscape on mountain roads, A journey om the the Manali - Leh road, Manali - Leh road, Manali - Rohtang Pass the bleak desert scape of Ladakh and the Zanskar valley, through which passes the strategic Manali-Leh highway and the old Hindustan-Tibet road. the Zanskar valley is a particularly challenging area where even a casual visit to a monastery or a remote village settlement involves a rewarding safari. Driving past different landscapes, apple orchards, quaint villages and temples, the tribal districts where the landscape contrasts starkly with the greenery seen earlier, the Great Himalayan jeep safari is an unmatched experience.

Jeep safaris are also offered in the verdant hills of Arunachal Pradesh and are popular across Rajasthan in winter.

A jeep through Saurashtra takes one through six different habitats: the desert wilderness of the Little Rann of Kutch, the wetlands of Khaijadiya bird sanctuary, the deciduous forests of Gir, the tropical thorn scrub forests of Hingolgadh sanctuary and the Savannah-like grasslands of Velavadar National Park. This little explored circuit offers glimpses of some of the rarest of wildlife species including the Asiatic lion and Indian wild ass which are nto seen elsewhere in India.

Adventure India : Horse Safaris and Horse Safari Trails - 18

These are gaining in popularity and are offered in Rajasthan. Conditions are similar to camel safaris with grooms (and often the horse owner) accompanying the tour. The trails chosen usually enables tourists to visit small villages, old forts and temples. Horse safaris move across a variety of terrain and vegetation including scrub covered arid plains to forested hills. Night stays are often in comfortable palaces, forts or havelis.

Ride thorough bred and half-bred, Indian bred Marwari and Kathiawari horses which are retired from racing. The average distance covered daily in 20-35 kms. Accommodation is in deluxe tents with separate baths and toilets. The saddlery is English.

Best Time : November-March

Horse Safari Trails:

Anokhi, the Jaipur Polo and Equestrian Academy is located amongst the picturesque surroundings of the Anokhi village, 5 kms from the airport. Ride along numerous trails that lead to a colorful countryside.

Shikarbadi :

Shikarbadi, near Udaipur, was once the hunting lodge of the Royal Family of Mewar. Today, it is a well-equipped resort with a number of modern amenities. There is also a special tented village, a small private lake, a deer park and the Imperial Stud Farm within the resort. It has some of the finest stables in the country. Its horse safaris present an ideal opportunity to travel the off-beaten track.

Aodhi:

Aodhi serves as an ideal base for exploring the imposing Kumbalgarh Fort. Surrounded by a thickly wooded forest, the ramparts stretch across 36 kms.

Ghanerao:

The horses are pure bred Marwari, with deep seats and uncharacterized by cars that meet at the tip forming a heart. In addition, thoroughbreds and half-breeds, all from the Polo Stables of the Maharana of Udaipur are also used.

Monday, August 11, 2008

Adventure India : Elephant Safari - 17

Relive the good old days of the sahibs and shikaris by trying an elephant safari. Elephants might seems like huge, intimidating beasts but they are quite gentle really and one can soon get used to the swaying motion of the elephant's gait. Travel through the hills and wide river valleys of the Corbett National Park, named after the famous hunter turned conservationist, jim Corbett. Wild boar and herds of deer browse the vegetation in this scenic reserve, a convenient prey for the game park's leopards and tigers. Elephant safaris are popular in the various wildlife sanctuaries scattered all over India and in the forest lands of Kerala. It is the best way to see wildlife from close quarters.
Best Time : November to March

Saturday, August 9, 2008

Adventure India : Tiger Safari and Yak Safari - 16

Tiger Safaris :

Tiger safaries offer a full experience of Indian wildlife through India's famous national parks like Bandhavgarh, Sariska, Corbett, Kanha and Ranthambhor.

The Periyar Tiger trail, is an exciting trekking programme through the deep forests in the Periyar river valley, near Thekkady tourist resort in Idukki district, Kerala. Led by a small team of experienced guides who have quite their former jobs as poachers, hike into cool, green forests and out again into vast, sunny meadows. One can see an astounding array of wildlife including elephants, samber deer, birds like brilliant blue kingfisher and the great pied hornbill, and more than 100 species of butterflies. Tourindia is the only operator certified by the Kerala Forests Authority to participate int his unique ecotourism pro grammes, which takes guests for a 2 night/3 days or 1 night/2 days trek.

Best Time : Mid November to Mid March.

Yak Safaris :

Yak Safari is a safari with a difference. A Yak Safari is organized from Dzongri onwards by Sikkim Tourism or recognized Sikkim travel agencies on prior booking. A two-day yak safari can be done while trekking from Yuksam situated 5,800 feet above sea level to Dzongri at 13,800 feet. All along the route, one is amazed and spellbound by the spectacular mountain scenes.

Either take a yak or trek along the spine of the Singelila Range to the 4572 meter high Dui-la, the pass of the Devil. The route with no habitation, follows the ancient grazing trail of the yak herdsmen. It is the domain of yaks and their lonely herdsmen, lakes, glacial valleys, gurgling streams, cascades, chiselled snow peaks, meadows, forests, Rhododendrons, wildlife, birds, and breathtaking views of 6000 to 8000 mts high peaks of the Kunchenjunga, and the Mount Everest group. This is an experience unique to Sikkim.

Guys, at least once in a year everyone you have to visit at these places and take an experience of great Indian Adventure. Because it is the part of our life.

Friday, August 8, 2008

Adventure India : Camel Safaris - 15

Guys, as a part of Adventurous India, just take a look on some safaris in various areas and region of India. Many visitors and new buddies doesn't know all these things that where they can get a good safari. I am sure that this information definitely help them to find out the real way.

Camp on a solitary oasis, experience the dark starry nights and dance to musicians playing haunting music. Camel safaris are the ideal way to spend time exploring rustic Rajasthan. A camel safari moves through the golden sands of the savage Thar desert passing through remote villages. Pioneered by the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation (RTDC) in Jaisalmer, there are now many companies offering the safaries.

The fortified cities of Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Bikaner are the best areas for camel safaris. The Bikaner are the best areas for camel safaris. The adventurous can take an entire trail combining Shekhawati, Pushkar and Bikaner.

Riding a camel can take getting used to, similar to the first time trying to sit cross-kneed. Camel rides are not like elephant rides where one sits back comfortably and lets the animal do the rest. Be prepared for ankles and knees. It will be better to try a one-day safari before getting on to anything major. The camel carts are fully equipped and visitors need not bother about comfort in the desert. One can ride or walk along leisurely with the safari and enjoy the desert scape. Camel safaris can be tailored to suit the needs of every traveler from a few hours to a week. The safaris are also available in Gujarat.

Monday, August 4, 2008

Adventure India : Spice adventure with culture - 14

Himachal Pradesh has a number of natural hot springs mainly in Sutlej and Beas rivers. Hot spirngs have become quite popular in Himachal Pradesh for their medicinal properties. Familiar names include Jeori, 180 kms from Sheila, Karol and Manichean in the Kullu district.

A host of monasteries surrounded by tea gardens and an amphitheatre of low hills, is an ideal landing ground for hang/para gliders. In Lahual, the Guru Chantal Monastery has a wooden structure with pyramidal roofs and interesting wood carvings. There is a large Tibeatn community here.

Visit the Dalai Lama's residence in Meleodganj, a major centre of Tibetan culture, 6 kms from Dharamshala, Mcleodgnaj is a charming Tibetan settlement with bustling bazars that sell carpets, handicarfts and delicious Tibetan food. A giant prayer wheel ornaments the main stret, a nd in the monastery, a serene statue of the Lord Buddha presides over the gentle chanting of the monks.

Meleodganj has a School of Tibetan Studies with rare manuscripts and ancient texts, the Tibetan Institutue fot the Performing Arts and a handicrafts centre. The districts of Lahual and Spiti are home to some of the most famous Buddhist monasteries - "Sherlang', 'Durang', 'Chamba Chibbo', 'Domlang Gompa.' The 10th century Tabo monastery is home to more than 60 lamas as well as a large number of scriptures, pieces of art, wall paintings-tankhas and stucco.

Erected around 900 A.D. Kadang is the largest Gompa, situated in the village Kardang at the 15,000 feet high "Rangch Peak' in Lahual. Its library contains the largest collection of 'thankas'.

Wednesday, July 30, 2008

Adventure India : Angling - 13

Himachal Pradesh, with its rivers and their numerous tributaries, is an angler's paradise. Katla, rohu, trout and mahaseer are the major game fish. Trout and salmon are found in the river Beas and its tributaries. Tirthan, Parwati and Pabbar in Shimla. Mahseer fish is found in the Kangra district at Dehra, Gopipur and the Pong Dam. Trout is found in Pabbar river in the Shimla district, Baspa river in Sangla valley and river Sainj in Kullu valley.

Licenses for fishing in waters in Kullu are available iwth the District Fisheries Officer in Kullu or Manali. For fishing in Uhl and Pabbar, licenses can be procured from the respective Fisheries. For mahaseer fishing, licenses are available from the Fisheries Office at Dehra, Dhameta, Jwali, Haripur, Dadasiba and Barbali at Palampur (all places in Kangra district). Fishing for mahaseer is allowed with all type of baits including live baits.

About 82 kms from Mysore is the Cauvery Fishing Camp at Bhimeshwari, a paradise for anglers, with mahaseers found in abundance. This place is also accessible from Bangalore (100 kms).

Best Time : March to April, October to November

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12. Adventure India : Trekking Options in India - 12

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Adventure India : Trekking Options in India - 12

Guys, this is the article on "Adventure India". I hope all these information worth for you to keep you close to the nature and tide you in a good relationship with it. Now in this segment I am exploring the various Trekking Options for your kind information.

Shorter Option in Himachal 2N3D:

Drive from Kullu to the manikaran hot springs. Next morning, walk along the Parvati river to the secluded village of Pulga. This is ideal for short exclusions upriver before retuning to Manikaran. This itinerary could be combined with a trek up the tributary Tosh Valley bordered by the Pir Panajl range and its peaks of Papsura and Dharamsura. While Pulga can be visited all year, the best time for the latter routes is May to October.

Moderate Option 3N4D:

Moderate trekking for 4 days over the Suglej-Beas watershed starts with a drive from Shimla via Narkanda on the Hindustan Tibet road to Rampur. From the Bashleo pass (32tt m), there are views of the Mahadev range and the trail down to the Beas Valley at Banjar for the road to Manali. West of the Bashleo lies the moderate Jalori Pass. Some of the other interesting diversions include a hike to Churdhar (3647 m) from Narkanda. With corporate team building programmes a growing segment, one that outlines a clear linkage between bonding in the boardroom and outdoors, q 3 nights 4 days itinerary could be suggested. Longer options could be 10 nights 11 days.

For those above average in fitness and with previous experience, the Pin Parvati Pass (5320 m) is recommended. The trek lasts from Manikaran to the old-would rest house at Pulga along the Parvati river. Gradually, the trail winds its way past Khirganga, the Mantalai glacier to the top of the pass on the Kullu-Spiti divide. The descent leads to the roadhead at Dhankar in Spiti from where one may drive to Kaza and the Kunzum Pass into Lahaul or down to the junction with the Sultlej to reach the Hindustan-Tibet road for Shimla.

For the firm-hearted, a 9-day trip will include hillsides that abound with apple orchards, quaint villages and temples and onto the tribal districts of Kinnaur, Lahaul and Spiti where Buddhism pervades the life of the people. Spiti is well known for its monasteries, of which Tabo is the oldest and most revered, having celebrated its millennium anniversary recently. the landscape of Spiti is in stark contrast to the fertile greenery of the first few days drive, marked by stark mountains, snow-capped peaks, flat valley floors and numerous glaciers. Cross the Rohtang Pass and descend to Manali in the lush green surroundings of the Kullu valley.

Safety - A Prime Consideration:

Three things that play an important tole in any adventure sport are good equipment, trained manpower and, most vital, following the guidelines. The Aerosports Association in India has been looking into making a safety-grid that incorporates operational areas of activity. This will help visitors know the skills required for a particular sport. It is also imbibing international practices by focusing on insurance premiums for the domestic market. International groups, must, in consultation with operators, insure themselves.

Camp Sites:

The best way of enjoying a tour to Himachal Pradesh is setting up a camp to explore the beauty of nature. You can put up your own tent or take shelter under the roof offered by any of several camps that offer accommodation, catering and activities like hiking, nature tours and river rafting. Camps can be found at Sarchu in Lahaul valley, Sangla and Kalpa in Kinnaur and Kaza in Spiti. In addition, the Youth Hostel Association of India also runs camps at Kullu, Manali and Dalhousie. Camps run by private operators are situate at Sangla valley and Kalpa in Kinnaur, Tabo in Spiti, Dharmshala in Kangra, Shoja near Kullu and Mashobra and Baldian near Shimla.

Trekking-Kumaon:

Getting There:

By Rail: The nearest railhead is Kathgodam, 35 kms from Nainital, connected to Agra. Bareilly and Lucknow.

By Road : Nainital can be reached by road from Delhi - 311 kms and Lucknow - 401 kms.

Trekking Routes:

Pindari Glacier: Among the best known trekking routes, this can be combined with Corbett National Park and a Garhwal-Kumaon motor safari following either the Pindar river from Karnaprayag or returning via Bageshwar in the reverse direction. The trek starts at Kapkote and over a span of 8-9 days, can be linked with visits to the neighbouring Kafni valley. It offers close-up views of Nadakot, Changuch and Nandaghunti peaks.

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