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Contrary to popular belief, traveling with children in India, is a piece of cake. All it takes is a little planning and a lot of spirit. Children love travel, new sights, new experiences and with a little coaxing, will try every type of food and develop adventurous palates. The trick is to start them early [...]
April 1, 2013 / 6 Comments / Read More

Canada is an underrated country often forgotten by travellers when planning their world trip. Nevertheless, I thought me and my hefty back-pack would give it a gamble and without a doubt it paid off. There was no denying Canada’s wonderful, diverse landscape in which I had the privilege to travel across, complete with some of [...]
March 28, 2013 / No Comment / Read More

One of the most dramatic and memorable ways to teach your kids about the circle of life–without taking them to see the Lion King again–is to go on a real life African safari. But going on a safari is not always as romantic as it sounds, and taking your kids with you poses some extraordinary [...]
March 11, 2013 / 1 Comment / Read More

Travel through India can be a richly rewarding experience. From ancient art and history, a rich tribal culture, local and world-class shopping, luxury, budget and wildlife urban experiences, natural and man-made wonders and high adventure, there is so much to see and do. So where can a woman travelling alone, go to experience all this [...]
March 8, 2013 / 3 Comments / Read More

Global warming, your carbon footprint, recycling and being environmentally friendly are all greatly discussed and debated topics around the globe when it comes to humans and travel. We’re all very aware of the negative effects travel and tourism can have on the environment but that doesn’t mean we have to cut back completely. Travelling responsibly [...]
February 28, 2013 / 1 Comment / Read More

There are loads of great volunteering opportunities around the Great Barrier Reef that will leave you with wonderful holiday memories, as well as that positive feeling volunteering gives you. By Lauren Esplin Here’s a taste of the best volunteering activities the Great Barrier Reef has to offer: Assist coral research with dives around [...]
February 26, 2013 / 1 Comment / Read More

This is the time of year when people begin to plan their forthcoming holidays in India during the autumn and winter season, when once again the sun is not an enemy and the rains have hopefully come and departed, leaving a clean, washed and refreshed land awaiting its visitors. Very recently we were doing the [...]
September 26, 2012 / 4 Comments / Read More

If you thought Australia was all about cricket, kangaroos and beer, you may have given in to some severe travellers’ myths. Not only does Australia have superb wine and cuisine, but its wildlife refuses to stick to long-established conventions. So ditch the animal kingdom rulebook and travel with Ayesha Nair as she takes you on [...]
May 3, 2012 / No Comment / Read More

Vincent Van Gogh’s Starry Night wouldn’t have existed, nor Monet’s wonderful impressions of lush meadows in bloom, if it weren’t for their inspiration—nature. Hena Das takes stock of some of the most interesting art created by nature. Did the chicken come before the egg? Is there life in space? Do ships and airplanes really disappear [...]
March 26, 2012 / No Comment / Read More

Did you know that India has the second largest wildlife base in the world? If you’re a fan of thrilling jeep safaris, bird-watching treks or wildlife photography, we’ve put together 5 awesome places, right here in India, where you can spot wildlife this summer. #1 Bandhavgarh National park Located in Umaria District in Madhya Pradesh, India, [...]
March 20, 2012 / No Comment / Read More