Mar 28, 2013
Ao Nang Beach in Krabi, Thailand
We're going to Ao Nang Beach in Krabi, Thailand - looking for a nice family hotel, not too pricey, away from the noise of the clubs and bars, but still near the beach.
South Africa is for avid travellers and families alike
This week’s Friday Feature Destination is South Africa. With much to offer in natural beauty, wildlife and adventure, South Africa is for avid travellers and families alike. You can come face-to-face with the Big 5 on safari, cage dive with Great White’s in Shark Valley and shop till your heart’s content at Sandton City, Johannesburg all in this immense country! Hit ‘Like’ if you hope to tick South Africa off your Bucket List, or if you’ve been, tell us about your experience!
This week’s Friday Feature Destination is Germany's Munich
This week’s Friday Feature Destination is Germany's Munich. Consistently ranked one of the world’s most liveable cities, Munich is known for its sublime architecture, unmistakeable charm and of course, the annual Oktoberfest! When in this beautiful city, make sure you take in the sights of Marienplatz, roam around the massive Englischer Garten, and for the car fans, visit the BMW museum! Thumbs up if Munich is on your list, or if you’ve been, tell us about your experience there!
the United States of America, Washington D.C..
This week’s Friday Feature Destination is the capital of the United States of America, Washington D.C.. With a wealth of history and iconic structures, D.C. should be on the itinerary of every US tourist trip! When visiting ‘the District’, spend a day roaming around the National Mall to admire the famous American monuments, memorials and museums including the White House, the Lincoln Memorial and Washington monument, catch an NFL game watching the Washington Redskins in action and experience the thriving nightlife this city has to offer! ‘Like’ if Washington is on your list, or if you’ve already been, share your experience with us!
electric elevated railway installation,Wuppertal-Germany
Wuppertal, Germany.
It's famous for it's schnitzel and it's "electric elevated railway installation".
Their hanging cars on the electric elevated railway are truly unique. First installed in 1897, this is the oldest railway with hanging cars in the world. Leave it to the Germans to come up with something unique that would later be copied many times in the world. The ride is a whole experience in itself.
It's famous for it's schnitzel and it's "electric elevated railway installation".
Their hanging cars on the electric elevated railway are truly unique. First installed in 1897, this is the oldest railway with hanging cars in the world. Leave it to the Germans to come up with something unique that would later be copied many times in the world. The ride is a whole experience in itself.
beautiful capture of Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Gadhada,Gujarat
From the state of Khaman and dhoklas this is a beautiful capture of Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Gadhada,Gujarat.
Visit Abu Dhabi and Make Beautiful Memories
Enriched with pristine beaches, brilliant infrastructure, and several leisure and recreational activities, Abu Dhabi turns into an outstanding holiday destination for the tourists from all over the globe. Experience the magic at its different human interest places and enjoy activities like desert safaris, sand skiing, shopping and sightseeing.
Masjid Selat Melaka in Malacca - Malaysia
Seeking to travel for romantic escapes, leisure holidays or religious purposes? Holidaying in Malaysia brings unique and different experiences for its visitors. Enriched with refreshing mountain breeze, splendid scenic spreads, and shopping options, Malaysia offers a memorable stay to the travelers. Visit Malaysia this vacation.
Machu Picchu- The Iconic City of Incas in Peru
Renowned as the "City of Incas", Machu Pichhu in Peru (South America) is one of the most significant architectural discoveries in the world. This unique Inca site was established in 15th-century and due to its unusual location as well as architecture is listed as one of the eight wonders of the world. Explore this wonder and get amazed during this vacation.
Mar 21, 2013
Las Vegas-A City Appealing the Class
Full of interesting skylines, trendy hotels, elegant casinos and several other attractions, Las Vegas is an exotic tourist destination that appeals the classiest crowd of the world. Visit theme parks, roller coasters, museums, national parks and more while holidaying in Las Vegas. Find out holiday packages for this city and enjoy!!
Mar 19, 2013
Zurich, the largest city in Switzerland will surprise you with its vivacity
Zurich, the largest city in Switzerland will surprise you with its vivacity. Lying on a scenic river, it gives you a flavour of the finer things in life. Explore the numerous museums and galleries. Go on culinary expeditions. Check out its vibrant nightlife. Shop to your heart’s content in its elite shopping districts.
Pattaya promises to delight you
Whether you are on a family holiday or an all-bachelors trip, Pattaya promises to delight you. Indulge in water sports such as scuba diving, jet-skiing. Visit the dive shops to explore offshore reefs and wrecks of Pattaya. The city also offers plentiful options to satiate the shopaholic in you.
Thailand’s largest island, Phuket, is a colourful cosmopolitan
Thailand’s largest island, Phuket, is a colourful cosmopolitan. Explore the dense rainforests at Ko Yao; get amazed by the brilliance of the turquoise Andaman Sea; gorge on delectable cuisine; engage in adventurous water sports. Make sure you pay a visit to the night markets of old Phuket Town during your stay. Book a holiday in Phuket
nter our competition above in our apps or alternatively
One dream destination, six friends… Enter our Emirates Skywards ‘Meet Me There’ competition and you could win the trip of a lifetime with five of your friends. Enter our competition above in our apps or alternatively
Source : Emirates
Source : Emirates
Certain jellyfish can even light up during the night time
Most people only know one thing about jelly fish: stay away from them.
Jellyfish are found in every ocean and are have roamed the seas for more than 650 million years, making them one of the oldest animals (older than dinosaurs).
Even though their tentacles are electrified, their "umbrella" heads are full of protein and are even considered a delacacy in certain countries (quitely add that to you "to-do" list).
Certain jellyfish can even light up during the night time and create a beautiful border across the shore...like natures candles.
Jellyfish are found in every ocean and are have roamed the seas for more than 650 million years, making them one of the oldest animals (older than dinosaurs).
Even though their tentacles are electrified, their "umbrella" heads are full of protein and are even considered a delacacy in certain countries (quitely add that to you "to-do" list).
Certain jellyfish can even light up during the night time and create a beautiful border across the shore...like natures candles.
Surfing is an incredible workout
Surfing is an incredible workout...you can tell by how great all surfers look while they're in the ocean!
A desire to be out in the water, the freedom to conquer a great force of nature that can push you where you have never been before.
But surfing without great waves is like hot wine (totally not cool), therefore we decided to see what are some of the best places for surfers: Gold Coast, Australia. Mentawai Islands, Indonesia. Jeffreys Bay, South Africa.
All cities have held international surfing competitions and are hometowns for some of the best professional surfers in the world.
A desire to be out in the water, the freedom to conquer a great force of nature that can push you where you have never been before.
But surfing without great waves is like hot wine (totally not cool), therefore we decided to see what are some of the best places for surfers: Gold Coast, Australia. Mentawai Islands, Indonesia. Jeffreys Bay, South Africa.
All cities have held international surfing competitions and are hometowns for some of the best professional surfers in the world.
snow art competitions
As spring draws closer and closer, the sun starts kissing our faces as we wave goodbye to the cruel winds and harsh temperatures. But even though the sun is starting to peak out, it still means it's going to take a while for it to melt all of the snow.
So, some people decided they would take this opportunity to have a little bit of fun with it. Just think about that snowman that you built as a kid...now imagine it being 50 times bigger and looking like it belonged in a museum in Paris. Many countries even hold "snow art competitions" and one of the most entries this year has been an enflated snow sculpture of Psy (the guy who sings Gangnam Style).
So, some people decided they would take this opportunity to have a little bit of fun with it. Just think about that snowman that you built as a kid...now imagine it being 50 times bigger and looking like it belonged in a museum in Paris. Many countries even hold "snow art competitions" and one of the most entries this year has been an enflated snow sculpture of Psy (the guy who sings Gangnam Style).
green hills and white sand beaches,strange natural wonders
When you think of Chile, you may imagine landscapes of clear blue lakes, rolling green hills and white sand beaches that inspire most travelers-and that's part of what makes strange natural wonders like the Marble Caves so thrilling.
Mar 15, 2013
the most beautiful beaches in the world in Mexico, Dominican Republic
With some of the most beautiful beaches in the world in Mexico, Dominican Republic, and Central America
favorite road trip routes is the Pacific Coast
Ever felt the need to get in the car and just drive? One of our favorite road trip routes is the Pacific Coast
A beautiful view of Almora
This cantonment town in Uttarakhand is known as the cultural heart of Kumaon region. A beautiful view of Almora. You been there? Share your experience with us.
Mr.Perfectionist Aamir Khan celebrates his birthday today
Filmi duniya's Mr.Perfectionist Aamir Khan celebrates his birthday today. Dedicating a beautiful picture of the Western Catchment region where he shot for the song "Pehla Nasha" from the film "Jo jeeta wahi sikander.
Home Sweet Home
We all like the colorful and beautiful gardens that we see, but rarely do any of us actually want to put up with the hassle and trouble of creating our own luscious garden.
Water them, feed them, clean up their surroundings...it's like having another child (except this one you get to keep outside of the house).
So, a Brazilian company decided to create a garden called "Home Sweet Home" where they cut old soda bottles and filled them with plants which took care of the whole messy situation and, let's face it, created a garden that looks much better than our own gardens ever could.
Water them, feed them, clean up their surroundings...it's like having another child (except this one you get to keep outside of the house).
So, a Brazilian company decided to create a garden called "Home Sweet Home" where they cut old soda bottles and filled them with plants which took care of the whole messy situation and, let's face it, created a garden that looks much better than our own gardens ever could.
largest elephant populations, including Angolia, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe
f they say monkeys are the brothers and sisters of the human race, then elephants are like our cousins.
They have many human characteristics (one of which includes eating a lot :). Elephants are one of the few animals who can actually recognize themselves in the mirror and are very family friendly creatures.
When they travel, they travel in groups because they want to stay close to their loved ones as long as they can. They are also very sentimental, for when someone in their pack dies, they cry and mourn over the relative for days before migrating forward.
If you want to catch a closer to see if we really are anything like these mamoth creatures (or because the baby elephants are so adorable), then check out some countries with the largest elephant populations, including Angolia, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
They have many human characteristics (one of which includes eating a lot :). Elephants are one of the few animals who can actually recognize themselves in the mirror and are very family friendly creatures.
When they travel, they travel in groups because they want to stay close to their loved ones as long as they can. They are also very sentimental, for when someone in their pack dies, they cry and mourn over the relative for days before migrating forward.
If you want to catch a closer to see if we really are anything like these mamoth creatures (or because the baby elephants are so adorable), then check out some countries with the largest elephant populations, including Angolia, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Mar 12, 2013
Mar 11, 2013
must see the Rang Mahal (Palace of Colours),India
Forts of India:
Built in beautiful red sandstone under the commission of Mughal king Shah Jahan, the Red Fort is a very important historical landmark for India. Built in the 1600’s the fort reflects the Mughal architecture with the use of marble, floral decorations, double domes in the buildings inside. One must see the Rang Mahal (Palace of Colours), Diwan-i-Aam (Hall of Public Audiences) and the Naqqar Khana (Drum House) inside.
Built in beautiful red sandstone under the commission of Mughal king Shah Jahan, the Red Fort is a very important historical landmark for India. Built in the 1600’s the fort reflects the Mughal architecture with the use of marble, floral decorations, double domes in the buildings inside. One must see the Rang Mahal (Palace of Colours), Diwan-i-Aam (Hall of Public Audiences) and the Naqqar Khana (Drum House) inside.
Amber Fort, Rajasthan
Presenting a perfect blend of Hindu-Muslim architecture, the Amber Fort is located in the small town of Amer in Rajasthan. Built in the 16th century it is known for its artistic styling with large ramparts, series of gates and cobbled paths. Inside the fort one must see the Sheesh Mahal (mirror palace), and the Sukh Niwas where a cool climate is artificially created by winds that blow over the water cascade within the palace. The fort is connected by a subterranean passage in the north to the Jaigarh Fort, which was used as an escape route in times of war.
Mar 9, 2013
Singapore is a delightful infusion of various cultures
Singapore is a delightful infusion of various cultures. Dig into some mouth-watering Asian fare at a hawker centre. Participate in adventurous water sports and cycling tours. If you are in a mood to splurge, head to one of the glitzy shopping malls. For those who wish to explore something new, there is the vibrant Chinatown and the spectacular Singapore Flyer.
the Hollywood area of Los Angeles, California.
The Hollywood Bowl is a modern amphitheater (like the Greek amphitheaters but...bigger) and is located in the Hollywood area of Los Angeles, California.
It also just so happens to be the largest amphitheater in the country and can sit 18,000 people for any music performance. But, my guess is that most people don't even go for the show; the go for the drive to the theater. The road leading up to the amphitheater is shaped like a musical note. Coincidence? I think not!
It also just so happens to be the largest amphitheater in the country and can sit 18,000 people for any music performance. But, my guess is that most people don't even go for the show; the go for the drive to the theater. The road leading up to the amphitheater is shaped like a musical note. Coincidence? I think not!
Calabria is a region in southern Italy located at the "toe" of the Italian Peninsula
Calabria is a region in southern Italy located at the "toe" of the Italian Peninsula. Calabria also happens to be the birthplace of fashion designer Gianni Versace.
This region offers the cleanest and most pristine beaches in Italy and is filled with quaint beaches and picturesque towns, including
Tyrrhenian Coast of Calabria (pictured below). The spectacular rocky cliffs + fine white sand = Paradise!
This region offers the cleanest and most pristine beaches in Italy and is filled with quaint beaches and picturesque towns, including
Tyrrhenian Coast of Calabria (pictured below). The spectacular rocky cliffs + fine white sand = Paradise!
Burj Khalifa (Dubai) is the highest skyscraper in the world
Burj Khalifa (Dubai) is the highest skyscraper in the world, which includes lots of apartments, observation platforms, shopping centers, offices and restaurants.
Its building began in 2004 and during six years 163 floors were built.
The unique construction of 828 metres high is decorated with more than 1000 works of art and about 35,000 people can stay there at the same time.
The most beautiful observation platform is situated on the height of 505 metres (124th floor), also you can find there a night club on the 144th floor, and the highest mosque in the world, located on the 158th floor.
Its building began in 2004 and during six years 163 floors were built.
The unique construction of 828 metres high is decorated with more than 1000 works of art and about 35,000 people can stay there at the same time.
The most beautiful observation platform is situated on the height of 505 metres (124th floor), also you can find there a night club on the 144th floor, and the highest mosque in the world, located on the 158th floor.
gondolas on Burano Island
There are a lot of channels and gondolas on Burano Island, but it became famous for its vivid buildings painted with various colours.
Nobody knows whose idea it was to colour the buildings. The legend says that
it were fishermen, who decided to do it. They got tired of searching for their houses and people turned them into the bright constructions, which are seen from afar.
You can see blue, red, yellow, green and even pink houses there, but the Island's citizens can't choose the colours - government selects them itself.
Nobody knows whose idea it was to colour the buildings. The legend says that
it were fishermen, who decided to do it. They got tired of searching for their houses and people turned them into the bright constructions, which are seen from afar.
You can see blue, red, yellow, green and even pink houses there, but the Island's citizens can't choose the colours - government selects them itself.
the beach of Rio-de-Janeiro
Unusual works of art appeared on the beach of Rio-de-Janeiro. These architectural installations in the shape of three huge fish, made of just simple plastic bottles.They look especially beautiful at sunset, when they're illuminated with red and blue lights.
The main isea of this work was to remind people about the problem of environment pollution.
The main isea of this work was to remind people about the problem of environment pollution.
A large glass dome is surrounded with water
National Centre for the Performing Arts was opened in 2007 and now it's considered to be one of the Chinese symbols.
Its exterior impresses you quite a lot: some people say, that it looks like a giant egg, the others say it's similar with a huge drop, frozen in the middle of the water.
A large glass dome is surrounded with water, so if you want to get in the building you have to pass the underwater tunnel.
National Centre for the Performing Arts consists of three halls, which seats almost 5,000 people. Also you can find there various cafe, shops and restaurants.
Its exterior impresses you quite a lot: some people say, that it looks like a giant egg, the others say it's similar with a huge drop, frozen in the middle of the water.
A large glass dome is surrounded with water, so if you want to get in the building you have to pass the underwater tunnel.
National Centre for the Performing Arts consists of three halls, which seats almost 5,000 people. Also you can find there various cafe, shops and restaurants.
the Stockholm subway (Tunnelbana) takes a special place
There are a lot of interesting subways all over the world, but the Stockholm subway (Tunnelbana) takes a special place among them.
You won't find such a beautiful subway anywhere else, as it represents a real underground art gallery of 100 km length.
It was opened in 1950 and since then you have a possibility to walk through the special world.
Almost each hall and tunnel of the subway is decorated by modern artists. You can see various frescoes, mosaics, pictures, sculptures and wall paintings just everywhere you go.
You won't find such a beautiful subway anywhere else, as it represents a real underground art gallery of 100 km length.
It was opened in 1950 and since then you have a possibility to walk through the special world.
Almost each hall and tunnel of the subway is decorated by modern artists. You can see various frescoes, mosaics, pictures, sculptures and wall paintings just everywhere you go.
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