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For many years, Shimla was the queen of all hill stations in India. During the British rule, for 75 years, every summer, the entire government moved to Shimla to escape Delhi’s sweltering heat. Since then, it has been one of the most popular hill stations in Northern India, and due to its proximity to Delhi, it is always full of vacationers.

When to go:

You can go there at any time of the year. Summer is nice and cool, in winter the snow gives you ample opportunities to frolic around, and during the rainy season it has a charm of its own.

How to go there:

There are trains that go up to Kalka near Chandigarh, and from there you can take a cab for the 2.5 hours journey up the mountainside. But by far the best way to go there is to take the narrow gauge toy train which meanders through 103 tunnels, at a leisurely pace through some very scenic areas.

Where to stay:

There are hotels and resorts in and around Shimla. You must make your bookings in advance, since during the holiday season, it is packed to the brim.

What should we do there:

Walk around on the Mall road and watch the world go by. Drive up to Kufri and Mashobra, two charming areas near Shimla. Play golf at one of the trickiest golf courses in the world at Narkanda.

Kerala can easily be called the jewel of India. It has everything that a holiday should include – beautiful beaches, backwater retreats and hills covered with vistas of tea plantations. It has some of the best food in India, and also offers an array of lodging options ranging from the very luxurious to the reasonably priced.

Kumarakom, located on Lake Vembanad, is one of the most popular tourist destination is Kerala. The beauty of this small village lies in its backwater regions and in the picturesque resorts sprinkled all around the lake.

Where to stay:

There are resorts and hotels of all types and ranges. You can also opt to stay in one of the houseboats that throng this lake. They are very comfortable and elegant, and all of them have a cook on board, who will cook great meals for you.

When to go:

Summers are very hot, and mosquitoes abound in those months. Go there from October till March as winters are the best months to visit Kerala.

What should we do there:

Take a houseboat ride on the lake, they will take you around even for a couple of hours. Get an ayurvedic massage done, you will come out feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. And do not forget to partake of some authentic Kerala food.

Delhi is an amazing city, within its ramparts it carries the history of centuries, and it has amalgamated many cultures and religions within its folds. Ancient monuments exist side by side with modern structures throughout the city. You can play golf among old tombs and mosques and you can walk in parks without realising that you are traversing a path that was laid down centuries ago.

If you are visiting Delhi, do try to go off the beaten path and visit some of its hidden gems. The Nizammuddin Dargah is one of them. It is a place of worship, and as you enter its precincts there is sense of peace and serenity that envelops. For centuries, saints and kings have worshipped here, and every building or tomb here, has a story to tell.

In Chandni Chowk, hidden in one of its myriad lanes, is the very beautiful Jain Swetambra Temple. It is built with a profusion of color and ornate coverings, and has some fabulous rare manuscripts and images within it. The amazing black statue inside seems at variance with the brocade and gold filigree all around, and with the fact that the followers of this sect wear only white clothes and believe in simplicity.

One of the most peaceful hill stations in Himachal Pradesh, Dalhousie has a unique charm of it’s own. It is a very small hill station, has breathtaking scenic vistas, and is easily accessible from most of North India.

How do we get there:

You can take the train or the plane up to Pathankot and then drive up for 2.5 hours. Or you can also drive from Amritsar or Ludhiana.

Where do we stay:

There are many hotels in Dalhousie, ranging from the better ones like Alps and less inexpensive ones also. There are many homes which provide you well furnished cottages with all the amenities.

What do we do there:

Do not look for hectic activity and busy schedules here. Life moves at an easy pace and relaxation is one of the main activities. You can drive down to Khajjiar, a very lovely valley just 30 kms away, or you can climb up to the Dainkund temple. The main town has some excellent level walking paths. through great wooded hills.

When should we go:

Summer months are great, cool and bright and sunny. During winter it snows for some time and if you enjoy the crispness of the air, winter months can be a lot of fun.

The island of Lanzarote is an ideal location for anyone seeking to escape the cold winter that has plagued Northern Europe so far this year.  And unless you do not know your geography it’s easy to see why, considering that the average temperatures early on in the season can still reach the mid twenties Celsius.  Thanks to Lanzarote´s location close to the coast of West Africa.

It’s not only holidaymakers that are enticed to these shores though.  Lanzarote also attracts quite a few real estate investors as well. The distinctive landscapes and year-round warm average temperature make Lanzarote in the Canary Islands the ultimate location for purchasing a holiday home. As the most easterly of the Canary Islands chain, Lanzarote is best-known for its marginal precipitation and moderate winters, and as a result Lanzarote property is very attractive to a wide range of investors hunting for first-rate returns or even just a home from home.  Creating a high level of demand for Lanzarote villas and apartments.

But regardless of whether you just simply need a quick break or a realistically low risk haven for your personal savings Lanzarote has an excellent choice of resorts.  With tourists able to choose from Playa Blanca, Costa Teguise and Puerto del Carmen.  As well as tons of holiday attractions and outdoor activities as well. With so much to offer hiring a car is unequivocally the most efficient way to see all there is to offer, but if you don’t like driving abroad then guided trips cover most of the main attractions too.

 On the other hand there are plenty of sports to get your pulse racing, such as mountain biking (and yes there are some big peaks here) and diving.  Not to mention taking walks if you like to keep your feet on the ground.  Surfing is also very popular and Lanzarote is known as the Hawaii of Europe.

Lanzarote is also a very photogenic island and the light here is just incredible.  Making it a real haven for photography buffs too.  Thanks to the lack of industrialisation on the island and also its location.

Making your way to Lanzarote at the moment is comparatively easy, with a journey time of around four hours from UK airports.  There are plenty of cheap flights to Lanzarote available on the internet, via sites such as Skyscanner.  Tourists can expect to pay upwards of €100 for their journey to this slice of paradise!

For many years, Shimla was the queen of all hill stations in India. During the British rule, for 75 years, every summer, the entire government moved to Shimla to escape Delhi’s sweltering heat. Since then, it has been one of the most popular hill stations in Northern India, and due to its proximity to Delhi, it is always full of vacationers.

When to go:

You can go there at any time of the year. Summer is nice and cool, in winter the snow gives you ample opportunities to frolic around, and during the rainy season it has a charm of its own.

How to go there:

There are trains that go up to Kalka near Chandigarh, and from there you can take a cab for the 2.5 hours journey up the mountainside. But by far the best way to go there is to take the narrow gauge toy train which meanders through 103 tunnels, at a leisurely pace through some very scenic areas.

Where to stay:

There are hotels and resorts in and around Shimla. You must make your bookings in advance, since during the holiday season, it is packed to the brim.

What should we do there:

Walk around on the Mall road and watch the world go by. Drive up to Kufri and Mashobra, two charming areas near Shimla. Play golf at one of the trickiest golf courses in the world at Narkanda. In winter, Kufri offers some great places to go skiing or indulge in winter sports.

Kerala can easily be called the jewel of India. It has everything that a holiday should include – beautiful beaches, backwater retreats and hills covered with vistas of tea plantations. It has some of the best food in India, and also offers an array of lodging options ranging from the very luxurious to the reasonably priced.

Kumarakom, located on Lake Vembanad, is one of the most popular tourist destination is Kerala. The beauty of this small village lies in its backwater regions and in the picturesque resorts sprinkled all around the lake.

Where to stay:

There are resorts and hotels of all types and ranges. You can also opt to stay in one of the houseboats that throng this lake. They are very comfortable and elegant, and all of them have a cook on board, who will cook great meals for you.

When to go:

Summers are very hot, and mosquitoes abound in those months. Go there from October till March. Winters are the best months there. The houseboats and resorts are all air-conditioned, so the stay there is very comfortable.

What should we do there:

Take a houseboat ride on the lake; they will take you around even for a couple of hours. Kerala’s backwaters are famous for their scenic beauty, and most resorts are situated on them.

Get an ayurvedic massage done, you will come out feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.

And do not forget to partake of some authentic Kerala food. Fish made in the Kerala style is delicious style, just tell them to put fewer chillies!

Lanzarote is a fascinating place declared as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO with a landscape that has been scarred by over 300 volcanoes. The terrain here gives you out of the world experience with a feel of a tide of molten lava and ashes frozen in time. With a low level of rainfall, Lanzarote, the fourth largest and most eastern of the Canaries group of islands enjoys a wonderful warm weather all-year round. The number of tourists visiting the island, either holiday-maker or sports enthusiasts is over a million every year. Many people have found that a cheap holiday to Lanzarote is an excellent way of recharging their batteries without straining the finances.

Despite the heavy numbers of tourists arriving and a wide array of hotels, restaurants and shops sprouting in the island to cater for them, surprisingly Lanzarote has been able to maintain their nonchalant and relaxed atmosphere you might be looking for your holiday at cheap price. The laid back non tourist trap feel is mainly attributed to the strict implementation of its building and infrastructures plan, restricting the bulk of the tourists to the three main resort areas in one part of the island while keeping the other part as a rural exclusion. This proper infrastructural planning ensures that finding a relaxing but cheap holiday to Lanzarote is easy.

The exceptionally warm and dry weather of Lanzarote contributes largely to the incredibly fast growing popularity of the island among the tourists. Aside from being a peaceful paradise, there are actually a vast number of activities you will enjoy while in Lanzarote. There are the numerous water sport activities that Lanzarote is known for and you can enjoy from your range of hobbies from activities like biking, horse riding, play golf or tennis, or love for history and culture, there are lots of excellent places worth visiting.

Delhi is an amazing city, within its ramparts it carries the history of centuries, and it has amalgamated many cultures and religions within its folds. Ancient monuments exist side by side with modern structures throughout the city. You can play golf among old tombs and mosques and you can walk in parks without realising that you are traversing a path that was laid down centuries ago.

If you are visiting Delhi, do try to go off the beaten path and visit some of its hidden gems. The Nizammuddin Dargah is one of them. It is a place of worship, and as you enter its precincts there is sense of peace and serenity that envelops. For centuries, saints and kings have worshipped here, and every building or tomb here, has a story to tell.

In Chandni Chowk, hidden in one of its myriad lanes, is the very beautiful Jain Swetambra Temple. It is built with a profusion of color and ornate coverings, and has some fabulous rare manuscripts and images within it. The amazing black statue inside seems at variance with the brocade and gold filigree all around, and with the fact that the followers of this sect wear only white clothes and believe in simplicity.

Purana Qila or the old fort traces its lineage to 1000 BC and many dynasties have left their marks here. Beautifully laid out gardens among monuments such as Bara Darwaza and the Qila-i-Kuhna mosque, make this one of the most beautiful parts of Delhi. Spend some time looking at the intricate carvings and the huge gateways which have withstood the ravages of time.

One of the most peaceful hill stations in Himachal Pradesh, Dalhousie has a unique charm of it’s own. It is a very small hill station, has breathtaking scenic vistas, and is easily accessible from most of North India.

How do we get there:

You can take the train or the plane up to Pathankot and then drive up for 2.5 hours. The roads are good and clear and after Dunera, they wind their way through wooded mountain areas. Or you can also drive from Amritsar or Ludhiana.

Where do we stay:

There are many hotels in Dalhousie, ranging from the better ones like Alps and less inexpensive ones also. There are many homes which provide you well furnished cottages with all the amenities. If you do not like crowds, then look for hotel accommodation away from the centre of town.

What do we do there:

Do not look for hectic activity and busy schedules here. Life moves at an easy pace and relaxation is one of the main activities. You can drive down to Khajjiar, a very lovely valley just 30 kms away, or you can climb up to the Dainkund temple. You can also walk from Vijay Chowk to Subhash Chowk, excellent level walks, and stop enroute to buy traditional Himachal handicrafts.

When should we go:

Summer months are great, cool and bright and sunny. During winter it snows for some time and if you enjoy the crispness of the air, winter months can be a lot of fun.