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If you have ever wanted to get away from everything, and enjoy a peaceful and time-stopping way of life, then the Tuamotu Islands are the place for you. From the second you set foot on one of the seventy-eight islands, you will love their awe-inspiring beauty. The relative inaccessibility of these French Polynesian Islands located in the middle of the South Pacific, have contributed to a lack of tourist-related development making it a true and remote paradise. (more…)

Vietnam is a beautiful country located in Southeast Asia, and has been increasing in popularity in recent years. With an extensive coastline and the majestic Hoang Lien Mountains; Vietnam is home to some spectacular landscapes to be enjoyed. Vietnam is a unique blend of Asian culture and the more modern cities, and offers visitors plenty of sites and activities to do. (more…)

No visit to India would be complete without a trip to see the Taj Mahal; one of the seven wonders of the World. The Taj Mahal is located in Agra and is rich in history and legend, and tells a beautiful love story of a Mughal Emperor and his beloved wife.  The unique monument took over 22 years to be built and is believed to be the result of a dying promise from Shah Jahan’s wife for the most beautiful building in the world to be built in her remembrance. (more…)

The Gili Islands are a traveller’s haven located in the northwest tip of Lombok in Indonesia. The three islands boast pristine white-sand beaches and clear turquoise waters, and are a Mecca for beach and sun lovers worldwide. Small cafes and restaurants line the beaches, playing relaxing reggae music and serving cold drinks to the visitor. For those who wish to relax and enjoy beautiful landscape, Gili Islands is not a place to be missed. (more…)

Most people who visit Thailand opt to spend their time on the numerous islands and beaches. For those who have a little bit more time, a visit to Kanchanaburi and the famous Burma-Thailand Railway is an experience not to be missed. Also known as the Death Railway, the Bridge Over River Kwai is probably the most well known part of this construction which was immortalized  by the book written by Pierre Boulle. (more…)

The island of Bora Bora is an ultimate destination for those seeking sun, sands and beautiful surroundings. This French Polynesian Island, located in the Pacific Ocean is becoming increasingly popular for honeymooners and couples looking for a romantic location to get married. Bora Bora is surrounded by a lagoon and a barrier reef enabling visitors to enjoy a wide range of water sports in the calm waters. In the centre of the island are two towering black peaks of ancient volcanoes which create an impressive background against the white sand beaches. (more…)

Boracay Island in the Philippines is home to one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. White Beach stretches over seven kilometres long and two kilometres wide and boasts sand as white and soft as powder. (more…)

Koh Lipe is a small gem located off the southern coast of Thailand. Often referred to as the Maldives of Thailand, Lipe Island is a beautiful and remote island which boasts pristine white sand beaches and crystal clear blue waters.

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Everyone should visit India at least once. Your life as a citizen of the world would not be complete without the experiences and impressions generated by such a visit.

Indian subcontinent, dominated by the huge land mass of India, is bordered to the north by the high mountains of Himalayas and on other three sides by the Indian Ocean. Geography of India varies widely, ranging from plateaus, to hills, to plains, in same way as vegetation, which can range from thick rain forests to deserts.

Diversity of India does not stop there; its main attraction is its diversity of cultures. Many religions and traditions have co existed in this land for millennia and have enriched it like no other place on earth. Each distinct region and sub region is stocked with its own cultural harvest in abundance. You can only gain by discovering them.

In south India, Hindu temples towering over the villages and ornamented with large number of small sculptures give focus to cultures rich in many elaborate and highly stylized dance traditions and variety of other crafts. In contrast in the northern Ladakh culture is shaped by desert and Buddhism. Broad swath of north India combines Hindu traditions with those of Islam, with monumental architecture to prove their presence. Jainism and Sikhism religion add to the mix along with many others like Christianity and Zoroastrianism.

Not all cultural symbols are religious in origin. Taj Mahal is merely the most beautiful testimony to generally secular nature of India’s art. Gujarat is famous for its workmen skilled in jewelry and embroidery. The great variety of states in the north east of India like Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura are proud of their vibrant tribal traditions in the same way as central Orissa and Madhya Pradesh.

For those who look for entertainment and relaxation after the heavy dose of culture, India can offer mountaineering, skiing, river rafting, trekking, jungle safaris, and many other sports. Be sure to check out a cricket match and try to figure out the rules of the game while enjoying the atmosphere of the national passion. There are also many tropical beaches to work on your tan, and to enjoy wind surfing and snorkeling.

You can get all the modern facilities at major Indian cities so you will never feel lost or disconnected with the world as you explore this multicolored and exhilarating land.