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Manali: Most Famous Hills Stations in India

Manali: Most Famous Hills Stations in India

Manali is among the most famous destinations of All India Travel Tours which is situated at an altitude 1950 meters above sea level in the state of Himachal Pradesh. It is among the famous hills stations in India which is visited by scores of nature lovers and adventure sports seekers. The majestic panorama of Himalayan Mountains with snow laden peaks, dense forests, beautiful landscapes and scenic ambiances lures scores of tourists to this place round the year. Apart from this it is also famous for adventure sports activities  like skiing, hiking, mountaineering, paragliding, rafting, trekking, kayaking, and mountain biking. Some of the famous attractions which fascinates tourists during their Manali tour:

Solang Valley

It is among the most famous attractions which is located 13 km from Manali. This is a splendid valley is between Solang village and Beas Kund which is famous for its lush green deodar pine forest surrounded with apple orchards. It is the perfect place from where one can get the best view of glaciers and snow capped mountains. During winter season this place becomes the most famous destination for skiing and in summer season it is hotspot for several adventure sports activities like hiking, mountaineering, paragliding and mountain biking.

Rahala Waterfalls

This is other most famous attractions of this place which is known for waterfall from the height of 2,501 meters above sea level. Apart from the magical attraction of waterfall it is a picture perfect getaway illustrated by deodar forests, silver birch trees, a clear blue sky and fresh mountain air. Scores of tourists come here to enjoy the serene and scenic ambiances of nature which provides solace to the weary souls. The sound of cascading water, the sprawling greenery and the Himalayan backdrop make this place a photographer’s paradise.

Vashisht Village

It is located 3 km from Manali at an altitude of 1,982 meters above sea level. This place is famous for its hot sulphur spring and pyramidal stone temple dedicated to Vashishta Muni. Scores of tourists come here to enjoy springs which are known for religious and medicinal properties. Many people come here to take a dip in the hot water springs so that they can get relief from various ailments.

Manali is famous hill station of India which is known round the world for its composed serene and scenic natural ambiances. Some of other well known destinations of this place are Manu Temple, Jagatsukh, Kothi, Hadimba Temple and Tibetan Monasteries.

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Ten Reasons Why You Should Visit South Africa

Ten Reasons Why You Should Visit South Africa

  1. You can drink our tap water.
  2. You can see Lions, Leopards, Elephants, Giraffe, Rhino and Crocodile in the wild.
  3. South Africa has the longest wine route in the world, the R62 wine route
  4. The Tugela Falls is the second highest waterfall in the world, where the water tumbles down 850 metres. First place goes to the Angel Falls in Venezuela at 979 metres.
  5. Blyde River Canyon is the third largest canyon in the world – and the largest green one. The Grand Canyon in the US is the biggest, and the Fish River Canyon in Namibia the second.
  6. South Africa has some of the best reefs in the world for scuba diving.
  7. We have really good weather.
  8. Pretoria has the second largest number of embassies in the world after Washington, D.C.
  9. The only street in the world to house two Nobel Peace prize winners is in Soweto. Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu both have houses in Vilakazi Street in Soweto.
  10. South Africa Houses one of the three largest telescopes in the world at Sutherland in the Karoo.

With the 2010 World Cup Soccer being hosted in South Africa the world will be focused on us. If you do decide to visit South Africa during or after the world cup and you are looking for accommodation, transport, transfers, mobile phones, SIM card or airtime be sure to visit Football Nights.

There is a lot to explore, Table mountain, wine routes, wild coast, Kruger park, Drakensberg and lazy fishing villages to mention but a few.

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Lyme Disease – Don’t Let a Serious Tick Bite Ruin Your Holiday

Lyme Disease – Don’t Let a Serious Tick Bite Ruin Your Holiday

Travelers, campers, and vacationers alike can be at risk for getting Lyme disease, a serious, debilitating condition caused by being bitten by an infected tick. 

What are the symptoms of Lyme disease?

Some of the symptoms of Lyme disease are the classic bull’s-eye red rash, fatigue or loss of energy, feeling sleepy, tingling and numbness, swollen and painful joints, memory loss, and feeling like you are getting the flu.  Paralysis of the face is a less common symptom. 

Lyme disease can make your life miserable and cause you a lot of pain and suffering if it’s not diagnosed and treated right away.  The longer you wait before seeing a health professional allows this disease to progress quickly and it may not be possible to lessen it’s effects.

How is Lyme disease spread?

Ticks bite and then feed on animals like mice, other small rodents, and deer.  If these animals are harboring the Lyme bacteria, they can pass this  bacteria on to the ticks.  And if people are bitten by an infected tick they may contract Lyme disease.

What steps can you take to reduce the chance of getting Lyme disease?

Some people do not have symptoms that show right away so prevention is always the best policy.  If you are traveling in the spring and summer months to or through areas where deer, mice, other rodents and animals live, the following are some things you can do.

When you are camping on holidays or vacation, you can lessen the number of ticks around your campsite by cleaning up any brush and leaves debris.  Wearing light colored clothing helps you to easily see these very tiny black insects and remove them before they get attached to your skin.  Make sure you wear long-sleeved shirts and tuck them inside your pants.  Always tuck your pant cuffs inside of your socks.  It is also a good idea to wear rubber boots as ticks are commonly found close to the ground.  However, you may also get them in your hair if you happen to brush against any leaves on a low tree branch.  Wearing a light-colored, wide-brimmed hat will help.  Be sure to check your skin and scalp carefully as ticks can easily be overlooked, especially in your hair.  Applying a DEET insect repellent to your clothes and exposed skin, as well as applying permethrin, an insecticide, to your clothes will also help.

How can you remove ticks safely? 

Ticks that have burrowed and embedded themselves underneath your skin can be removed by using a small-tipped tweezers.  Do not leave any part of the tick remaining under your skin.  When the tick has been totally removed, disinfect the wound thoroughly with hydrogen peroxide or alcohol.  Keep in mind that you are not totally out of the woods yet, so to speak, as the symptoms can take a number of days or weeks before they show.  Using tweezers is the only safe way to remove ticks from under your skin or scalp.  Don’t try to remove any ticks by using burnt matches, petroleum jelly, or alcohol as this will aggravate them, causing them to release more of the bacteria into your blood stream. 

Please note that there is no vaccine available for Lyme disease.

The Center For Disease Control And Prevention (CDC) states that this bacterial disease is vastly under reported, perhaps by well over 100,000 cases per year in the U.S. alone.  Visit their website at cdc.gov for more information on Lyme disease.

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Madrid, The City Of Bear And The Madro

Madrid, The City Of Bear And The Madro

Located in the center of the Iberian peninsula, 650 meters above sea level, we are Madrid, the capital of Spain. It has a population of 3,000,000 inhabitants, who joined the metropolitan area, is a figure in excess of 6,000,000.

The capital is a major financial and business center, with a significant amount of corporate head offices.

Excels in its cuisine cooked, tripe, churros (for breakfast and snacks), squid, potato tortilla, patatas bravas and the typical wines of the region.

The choice of hotels in Madrid is quite wide, with over 70,000 hotel rooms available.

Barajas airport is located at a distance of 15 kilometers along the motorway from Barcelona A-2. It has 4 terminals T1, T2, T3 and T4, which was the last one opened. It is accessible from the airport to the capital through the Metro Line 8 (Nuevos Ministerios-Aeropuerto T4).

Madrid’s climate is continental with cold winters (temperatures below 0 ?) and very hot summers (with temperatures above 40 degrees).

It is worth special mention are the San Isidro festival between 8 and 15 May and the feast of Our Lady of Almudena November 9, official patron of the Villa.

Notable Museums and Monuments:

-The Royal Palace in Madrid. It is located near Bailen street and Plaza de Oriente. It was opened by King Charles III. Neoclassical style, is considered one of the finest palaces in Europe. It has excellent facilities among which stand out, the Jardines de Sabatini, Annexes, Campo del Moro and the Throne Room.

“Puerta de Alcala: Monument of reference of the city of Madrid. It is located in Independence Square, at the confluence of the Calle Alcala and Calle Alfonso XII. It was built by Sabatini in 1778, by order of Charles III.

-The Museo del Prado is located on the Paseo del Prado. It is an ancient neoclassic style palace built by Juan de Villanueva. Its construction was completed during the reign of Ferdinand VII. Exhibition of the Flemish school are El Greco, Titian and Murillo.

“In the Plaza de Moncloa we find the Arch of Victory. This stands on a platform of 130 by 42 meters and a height of 39 meters. Dedicated to arms and letters, is the work of the architect Modesto Lopez Otero and Pascual Bravo.

Places of interest:

-Casa de Campo: a large forest in the city with pines and cedars. Within the same are in the Amusement Park and the Madrid Zoo.

-Parque del Retiro: green lung of the capital with numerous fountains and statues. There is a small lake where we can make boating.

-Parque Warner theme park located in the municipality of San Martin de la Vega, 29 kilometers south of the city. It can be reached by car via the motorway A-4 Andalusia in train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha and by bus from the Plaza de Legazpi.

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The Benefits Of Luxury Holidays In Cyprus

The Benefits Of Luxury Holidays In Cyprus

Plenty of us spend the winter thinking about the next summer holiday we will take. But of course many Mediterranean countries make it possible to take a summer holiday whatever time of year it might be.
But it’s not just about what time of year you go on holiday. It’s just as important to choose the right kind of holiday for your needs as well. And you will find that Cyprus in particular is well known for offering some of the most luxurious and stunning holidays in the Mediterranean.
As you would expect, a luxury holiday is far beyond the normal kind of holiday you would have in Cyprus. You can still enjoy the beaches and the sights of course, but what really makes the difference is the location you stay in.
It is tempting to keep the costs down as much as possible by booking yourself into a three star hotel with minimal or basic facilities. But how much enjoyment will that bring you on holiday? You might spend much of your break out on beaches such as Pernera A Beach or Pachyammos Beach. But at the end of the day you will still be returning to your hotel. And the more there is to do there, the more you will enjoy your stay.
For example, imagine you have enjoyed a nice relaxing day on Phinikoudes Beach – one of the most popular beaches Cyprus has to offer. You make your way back to your hotel for a nice evening meal. But what do you do for the rest of the evening?
If you have booked a luxury holiday you can look forward to relaxing in the sauna or steam room for a while. In contrast perhaps a light evening meal and a swim would be more suited to you?
This is the main advantage of booking a luxury holiday in Cyprus. There are plenty of treatments, facilities and advantages that come with it. And if you have a family you will benefit even more. Many of the spas and luxury hotels in Cyprus have kid’s clubs of some kind. This ensures that your children will be happily entertained while you enjoy a massage or a swim in the pool.
Of course if you are going to book the best experience of all, you should look out for a 5 star hotel Cyprus to stay in. This kind of hotel will give you the best of all worlds, as you can enjoy the facilities within the hotel itself, along with the sensational surroundings that are a key part of Cyprus.
So the next time you book a holiday in Cyprus, don’t opt for a great deal. Go for a great experience instead, and treat yourself to the best that Cyprus has to offer. When it comes to spa breaks, this island has them all.

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