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Seeing the World One Step at a Time

6 Exciting Additions to the “Smithsonian of the West”

December 10, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

With 17 diverse museums, 16 beautiful gardens, the world-famous San Diego Zoo, Tony Award®-winning Old Globe theater and more, San Diego’s Balboa Park provides visitors dozens of different experiences unlike other city parks. Often referred to as the “Smithsonian of the West” due to its large number of museums, this National Historic Landmark near downtown San Diego spans 1,200 acres, beating out both New York City’s Central Park and San … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, Australia, California, China, Coffee, Culture, Drinking, Food and Wine, Garden, History, India, Korea, Mexico, Museum, Music, Natural History, New York City, Peru, Philippines

Bristol, RI: The Perfect Place for a Quiet, New England Escape

November 20, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

Considered one of the hidden gems of the Northeast, Bristol has that classic quaint, cozy New England vibe right off the coastline. Bristol delivers first class cuisine, rich history, striking architecture, diverse waterfront activities, family fun and more alongside miles of accessible coastline, surrounded by Narragansett Bay to the west and Mount Hope Bay to the east. Anyone eager to connect with nature will find themselves right at home in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Antiques, Architecture, Bicycle, Culinary travel, England, Garden, History, India, Rhode Island, Wildlife

Madhya Pradesh Tourism Kicks-off A One-Of-Its-Kind All-Woman Biking Adventure With Thrillophilia

November 19, 2020 by Dave1 Comment

A road can be a destination too, it’s all about the perspective. Re-fueling the passion for solo travelling and bike riding amongst young and old alike, Madhya Pradesh tourism board is all set to kick-off an all-woman bike trip that will cover a total of approximately 1,500 KM in a span of 6 days. With 15 women riders from across the country leading the way, this initiative also sends a powerful and welcoming message to all who love to explore … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Asia, Bicycle, India, Journey, National Park, Village, Walking tour

The 10 Best Things to do in Sikkim

September 23, 2020 by Rob Oosterwijk2 Comments

Step out of your comfort zone and view the delights of the world around you. Here we take you on a tour of Sikkim, a small state in the northeast of India that is bordered with Tibet. Sikkim is a visual pleasure that marries mountainous terrains with the simple life. This place is more than a window to the Himalayas as you are about to discover. We share with you the Top 10 Best Things to do in Sikkim. You will discover new lands, culture, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Africa Safari, Animal Rescue, Casino, Coffee, Culture, Drinking, Fashion, Garden, Helicopter, Hiking, Himalayas, History, India, Internet, Mountain Climbing, Resort, Sports, Trekking, Walking tour, Wildlife

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: A Combination of World Cultures and Islamic Beliefs

June 16, 2020 by Rituparna10 Comments

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is an epitome of grandeur and harmony. It is located in the heart of Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. Often referred as the 'White Pearl of the Gulf', the Grand Mosque is the third largest mosque in the world and largest in the country. The structure was planned and executed by the first President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. He was the ruler of Abu Dhabi for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East · Tagged: Architecture, Art, Culture, Egypt, England, Germany, Greece, India, Mosque, New Zealand, Pakistan

Mount Cook Scenic Flights, New Zealand

May 21, 2020 by Rituparna9 Comments

Why New Zealand? The answer is simple. It is breathtakingly beautiful! My first visit to this island country left me awestruck and mesmerised to say the least. I haven’t seen a more scenic landscape before this. Among many, most noteworthy is the Mount Cook Scenic Flights, New Zealand. To my utter surprise the experience of that journey surpassed that of Jungfraujoch in Switzerland. The country lying in the southwestern Pacific Ocean has two … [Read more...]

Filed Under: South Pacific · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Cell Phone, Christmas, Fashion, Flowers, Helicopter, India, Journey, Mountain Climbing, National Park, New Zealand, Road Trip, Sports, Switzerland, Village, Wildlife

A List of Important Places To Visit In Leh-Ladakh: The Land of High Passes

May 1, 2020 by Sushant Pandey1 Comment

Maitreya Buddha Nubra Valley

The valley of Ladakh is one of the most visited tourist destinations in India. The valley is famous for its pristine landscape and snow-capped mountains, and at the same time, it is one of the highest inhabited regions of the world. The Ladakh valley is blessed with two mountain ranges running through its boundaries, namely the Himalayan Mountain Range and the Karakoram Mountain Range. In the last decade, the area has seen a high influx of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Africa Safari, Bicycle, China, Drinking, Festival, India, Journey, Markets, Monks, Museum, National Park, Pakistan, Paradise, Sand, Village

Setting your Sights on Singapore

April 9, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

Singapore Island is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. It is also one of the wealthiest South East Asian countries. The city is extremely clean and well manicured and is one of the cleanest large cities we have ever visited. During our recent stay it was not uncommon to find signs indicating $500 to $1000 Singapore dollars for various offenses ($330 to $660 US dollars). For instance it is against the law to jaywalk or eat … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Africa, Airport, Animal Rescue, Art, Asia, Australia, Beach, Bridges, Budget travel, Bus Travel, Canals, Dolphin, Drinking, Food and Wine, Garden, Hong Kong, India, Internet, Lifestyle, Markets

Things to Do and See in Little Rann of Kutch in India

March 20, 2020 by Rashmi K4 Comments

Desert Safari

Imagine a landscape that dramatically changes with the season. In dry months, it is a vast expanse of saline desert. Come monsoon, it transforms into a shallow wetland. The Little Rann of Kutch boasts one of the most fascinating and unusual terrains on earth. Generally speaking, Rann of Kutch is associated with the Greater Rann of Kutch and its neighboring desert the Little Rann of Kutch remains largely hidden. Located roughly 170 km from … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Africa Safari, Animal Rescue, Art, Culture, Desert, Farming, Harvest, India, Photography, Wildlife

10 Best Things to do in Jaisalmer: A Golden Oasis in the Thar Desert

March 14, 2020 by Abhinav GoelLeave a Comment

The westernmost tourist hot-spot in India, is the Golden City of Jaisalmer.  A majestic city with its citadel- the Golden Fort standing in the middle of the city, with each house crafted with yellow sandstone is nothing short of an oasis in the desert. The views of the mighty desert, the architecture of the marvelous Havelis, the vibrancy of the colorful markets and the culture of the historical city ensures an exalted experience for every … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Africa Safari, Architecture, Culture, Desert, Garden, History, India, Markets, Museum, Pakistan, Photography, Sand, Shopping Mall, Village

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