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Madikeri Hotels - Comfortable Accommodation By: Rashmiranjan Patil
A favourite hill station located among the Western Ghats, Madikeri is defined by the presence of luxuriant green vegetation, large coffee plantations and panoramic views of natural beauty. Also known as Mercara, Madikeri is a division of the Coorg region of Karnataka and is a popular weekend getaway destination of the people of the state.
Perched at a height of 1500 meters above the mean sea level, this incredible locale full of nature captivates its way into the hearts of its visitors.
Madikeri is speckled with waterfalls, streams and other natural spots that pull in several tourists to the place. Among the chief attractions of Madikeri is the Madikeri Fort, which holds a museum, district prison and Kote Maha Ganapathi Temple among others.
Replete with spots brimming with natural beauty, Madikeri is home to Abbey Falls, which is one of the most popular tourist attractions here. Other important destinations in the neighbourhood of Madikeri are the Dubare Elephant Camp (popular among tourists for enjoying elephant ride), Chelavara Falls and Raja's Seat, to name a few. Other tourist destinations are the Omkareshwara Temple, Cauvery Nisargadhama and Gaddige Tomb, which attracts tourists from far and near.
As a popular tourist destination of south India, Madikeri offers a lot of lodging choices. Among the most popular categories of Madikeri Hotels are the homestays. There are countless homestays in and around Madikeri. Recently, homestays are considered to be the trend in Madikeri. It not only supplies the visitors with a cozy stay, but also gives them a chance to understand the local life-style at close quarters.
A few of the popular home stay options that are part of Madikeri Hotels include the Sangeetha Homestay, Orange Planet Homestay, Ganga Homestay, Vanavihar Homestay, Thekkada Homestay, Udaya Homestay, Haveli - The Homestay, Ananda Nilya Homestay and Sai Homestay, among others. They charge rates ranging from Rs. 1000/- to Rs.2000/- per day. The facilities offered include home cooked food, a taste of the local lifestyle and homely environment.
Ashiyana Estate Stay, The Lodge, Mother's Bounty, Bliss Dew Estate Holiday Stay, Mercara Countryside Estate, Solitaire Exotica Resort & Spa and the Golden Mist Plantation are some of the high end options among the numerous lists of Madikeri Hotels. They provide cozy lodging options and better facilities for their guests. Some of the services offered include Air Conditioned accommodation, laundry services, multi cuisine restaurant and various packages to explore the city and its surroundings.
Caveri Holiday Resort, The Capitol Village, Prashanti Resort, Depot Estate, Coorg Shell and Sri Venkateshwara Residency are some other Madikeri Hotels. These Madikeri Hotels belong to the budget category and are lighter on the pockets. They cost around Rs. 200/- to Rs. 4000/- for a day.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-12)
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Kovalam Packages - Exploring The Beach Paradise By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Kovalam is among the most famed beaches of Kerala. Situated at a distance of around 13 kilometers from the capital city of Tiruvananthapuram, Kovalam is a captivating venue of Kerala. Kovalam stands for 'orchard of Coconut Trees'. As the name indicates, Kovalam is interwoven with lofty coconut palms all over. Settled amongst picturesque environment, Kovalam is also known as the 'Paradise of the South'.
Kovalam came to the spotlight in 1920s when the Maharani Sethu Lakshmi Bai of Travancore built her beach resort here. By 1930s, the European guests of the Travancore Empire noticed the tourism prospective of Kovalam. But it was the mass inflow of hippies in the 1970s that propelled Kovalam into a major tourist destination of the country. Before long, the sleepy fishing hamlet of Kovalam metamorphosed itself into the most favoured beach destinations of the nation.
Kovalam beach is 17 kilometers long, and comprises of three beaches spaced by boulder outcrops. The three beaches - Lighthouse, Hawa, and Samudram - collectively form the famous crescent of Kovalam beach.
The Lighthouse beach is the biggest of the three and acquired its name from the old Vizhinjam lighthouse sited on the rocky projection (Kurumkal hillock) here. It is the most patronized beach of Kovalam. The beams of the light house give an otherworldly essence to this beach at night.
Hawa Beach (Eve's Beach), the second largest beach in Kovalam, got its name from the topless European women who used to throng the place. It was the first topless beach of India. Topless bathing is banned now. It has high boulder capes with a tranquil blue-water cove. Hawa beach portrays a highly romantic picture on moonlit nights.
Samudra Beach is separated from other beaches of Kovalam by a large boulder. Samudra beach can be arrived at by de-touring past Kovalam junction or by walking along the bulwark. The waves' lashing on the boulders underneath is one of the most fascinating sights of Kovalam.
Kovalam Packages are available in aplenty that the tourists are spoilt for choices. As a beach holiday destination, Kovalam Packages offered include exclusive marine activities. Most Kovalam Packages might include facilities like accommodation on twin sharing as per itinerary, return transfers from Railway Station or Airport to Hotel, Buffet breakfast, Full day sight-seeing, City to city transfer and sightseeing as per the itinerary, chauffer driven A/C Car for the duration of the stay at the city, to list a few.
The Kovalam packages are often custom-made to suit the varying needs of a casual backpacker or a serious tourist, as the case may be. Many of the Kovalam packages in the offing provides with a hassle-free way to explore the destination at one's own leisure.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-12)
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Masinagudi Packages - Rejuvenating Jungle Experience By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Masinagudi is a section of the forest expanse comprising of the Nilgiri mountain stretch of the Western Ghats. Set between the Bandipur national park and Mudumalai National park, at the meeting point of three states, namely Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala, Masinagudi is often used as the synonym of Mudumalai. An ideal locality replete of beaming sunshine and gilded moonlight glittering through tall trees, Masinagudi offers the perfect getaway location.
Masinagudi extends a multifarious experience to its visitors where nature can be researched in its copiousness during day time and the silent nights singing lullabies. The thrill that one undergoes as the quietness of the night is interlarded with cries of the wild is beyond words. Masinagudi provides plentiful opportunities for outdoor activities like exploring the wild as well as trekking and hiking for the adventuresome folks.
The stellar attraction of Masinagudi is the Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, which is a Tiger Reserve that is placed along the borders of Karnataka-Kerala interstate periphery. Although the reserve is titled Mudumalai, the locals call it Masinagudi.
Masinagudi provides the idealistic environment for the natural habitat of many endangered species like the Indian elephant, Royal Bengal Tiger, Gaur and Chital. Some other animals found here in aplenty includes the species like Deer, Panther, Hyena, Jackal, Sloth Bear, Flying Squirrel, Leopard, Sambar, Wild Boar, Civets, Monitor Lizards, Langurs, Antelopes and Macaques, to list a few. Masinagudi is the abode of numerous exotic and rare types of flora as well as avifauna.
The sanctuary at Mudumalai might shortly be listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Bandipur National Park and Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary are some other wildlife attractions located in the vicinity of Masinagudi. The fact that Masinagudi is strategically located in the vicinity of other popular tourist destinations like Ooty and Mysore works out in its favour.
Some major attractions in and around Masinagudi apart from the wildlife sanctuary are the elephant camp, museum, Pykara Lake and Kallatty Falls, to name a few. The Theppakadu Elephant Camp is another attraction located in the neighbourhood of Masinagudi and is popular for elephant shows.
Masinagudi Packages often include itineraries wherein one can socialize with trained, domesticated elephants; Explore the nature atop a pachyderm or an open jeep; satiate the adventure needs with long trekking expeditions and discovering the unending charms of nature at every corner.
Masinagudi Packages are gaining in popularity as the tourists continue to flock the place. In addition to hassle free travel and accommodation, the Masinagudi Packages ensure that the visitors get to experience the flavour of the forest and its surroundings. The Masinagudi Packages ensure that a visitor to the place gets to discover and relish the visit to this beautiful jungle country.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-12)
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Budget Guided Tours To Help Make Your European Vacation A Reality By: Odessa Kammel
Everybody hopes to visit the Eiffel Tower, love London and eat in Vienna's cafes'.Now this desire can be a reality.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-12)
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Group Accommodation In Brighton: Some Guidelines By: Salvatore Andrea
Brighton hotels and accommodation, book your ideal accommodation in Brighton from a range of hotels or choose from a variety of hotels across Uk with BedsForDrunkenHeads.com(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-12)
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Discover The Unknown Tips Of The Rosary Grafton Bed And Breakfast By: Boyd Beagle
Grafton, NSW is usually a peaceful city located on the banks of the Clarence River. Going #there is a# journey back in time to Australia's history. The "Rosary" Bed and Breakfast displays this wonderful old world appeal. Find out why it's well worth touring heritage Grafton NSW Australia.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-12)
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Central Park Tour-a Boon For Nature Lovers By: winston Smith
New York walking tours are a great way to explore know and experience New York. New York is a city of museums, ancient architecture, galleries, media outlets and stock exchanges to name a few. New York walking Tours and particularly those that use public transportation are based on a model that New Yorkers evolved.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-12)
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Cab Service To Nashik, Goa From Pune By: travelvirtual city
With the advent of the online applications the cab bookings in travel industry for the weekend destinations are available.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-12)
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Kerala The Most Beautiful And Gorgeous Land To Spend Holidays By: vicky gvt
Tourists mainly travel to this place to see and witness the beautiful backwater and the also the dreamy houseboat ride which provides the tourists with scenic environment of the backwater.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-12)
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Best Resort In Manali For The Best Deal Price By: Andreow Sayman
Manali is a perfect place for everyone, a destination if you are into trekking, an ideal hill station if you are a bold heart that has love for adventure sports, and if you love rafting through rough yet cooperating waters River Beas welcomes you every season. With activities buzzing around the well-connected small hill station Manali, a town in cool state of Himachal Pradesh is regarded as the Switzerland of India.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-06-12)
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