Monday, August 17, 2009

Bondi Beach

Australia trip is incomplete without a visit to Bondi beach.Bondi Beach is one of the Australia's most famous beach. It is about one kilometre long. It is situated in Sydney’s Eastern suburbs, in New South Wales on the East coast of Australia.The beach is divided into yellow and red flags for swimmers.It is one of the main tourist spot of Australia. It is a sandy beach and very popular among tourists. Bondi Beach is the third most visited site in Sydney after the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. Bondi Beach was added to the Australian National Heritage list in 2008.

Bondi Beach is one of the best places for scuba diving. It is a series of steep cliff walls, which run along one of the best spots for scuba diving in Australia.

Bondi Beach is also well known area for surfing due to its waves.Generally surfing is done on the southern end of the beach. You should visit Bondi during the annual City of Surf Fun Run when thousands of runners reach to Bondi Beach. It is the most crowded event took place here and a large number of visitors come here to enjoy this amazing event.It is also a popular place amongst runners, skaters and cyclists. The beach is also a stunning place to walk during summer. Bondi has an relaxed atmosphere and ideal location for surfing. The water of the beach is so clear. The beach is moon shaped bay full of white sands which adds more to its beauty.

Bondi beach is one of the safest beach for swimming in Australia.The beach is delimited by the red and yellow ‘flags’.Swimmers should stay between those flags so they can be watched by the lifeguards.They provide full safety to the visitors. In Bondi beach you can also find a park, beach volley courts etc.

Bondi hosts many events and Festivals throughout the year. Some of them are Kite flying Festival, Sculptures by the Sea, End point of the City to Surf fun run and many more. So visiting during festival time you could understand the culture,people and festivals of Australia. This is the busiest time of the year.
It is also home of the famous Bondi Icebergs swimming club where some swimmers, swim in the chilly Bondi Baths on winter Sundays. It is a different experience for those who haven`t done it before.

The best way to reach bondi beach is through buses which you can easily get at a regular interval of 10 minutes.There are many seafood restaurants,cafes and clubs on the way to Bondi junction. So,Bondi is not only a beach but also a place of surfing,scuba-diving,beach of festivals and events,way full of restaurants,bars,clubs,a nice beach for experience sun and bath. Bondi offers many budget trip holidays.No one should miss it.

Visiting India`s Golden Triangle

Visiting India`s Golden Triangle

India`s famous `Golden Triangle` takes in three of the country`s most breathtaking and exciting cities - the capital, Delhi; along with Agra and Jaipir. Together, they form a rich and culturally diverse experience that takes in exquisitely-crafted architecture, fascinating history and culture, colourful wildlife and delicious cuisine. The cities all lie within a radius of 250 kilometers of one another and travelling between them provides and opportunity to take in the landscapes of this captivating country.

Buzzing Delhi is an explosion of sight and sound that combines fascinating local cultures with the sophistication of a modern metropolis. Split into New Delhi and Old Delhi, the city is home to sights such as the India Gatre, Red Fort and the Raj Ghat and boasts hotels and restaurant to suit every taste and every pocket. Less than 200 kilometers from here lies the Sariska Sanctuary, where jeep tours allow visitors to view all manner of beautiful birds and animal, including magnificent Indian tigers.

At Agra, meanwhile, visitors will find themselves in an opulent city that was the capital of the Mughal Emperors during the years 1526 to 16 58. The city is home to many spectacularly beautiful buildings, the most famous of which is the legendary Taj Mahal - one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Built for the emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, it is undoubtedly one of the world`s best-known buildings. The city is home to many other architectural wonders, not the least of which are Fatehpur Sikri and Agra Fort, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Ask your tour guide or holiday operator for details of local festivals and events, as these are riots of music, costume and dance and will leave a lasting memory of your holiday in beautiful India.

The colourful city of Jaipur is a great place to soak up the local culture and will provide travel memories to last a lifetime. Here, visitors can stroll through beautifully designed and maintained parks and gardens, take in imposing forts and historic monuments and even take a ride on board an elephant or camel. Known as the `Pink City` in India, the city boasts striking coloured buildings many of which date back to 1727 - the year Jaipur was founded by the Maha Raja Sawai Jai Sing II. Among the sights that can`t be missed on a visit to Jaipur are the City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar and the Hawa Mahal - or Palace of the Winds. The city`s bazaars are a right of colour, sound and smell and are a great way to pick up local handicrafts and artisan pieces as mementoes of your Golden Triangle adventure.

Take a rickshaw ride through the city during the afternoon or evening to see Jaipur at its liveliest, with street sellers hawking their colourful wares on every corner and the lively local shops and restaurants all open for business.

Nature lovers shouldn`t miss a visit to Bharatpur, which is home to Keoladeo Ghana Bird Sanctuary. The dense woodlands and shallow waters of this wildlife sanctuary are home to countless numbers of birds, many of which are native to India while others are migratory birds that have made their way here from Central Asia and Siberia.

With so much to take in by way of culture, architecture, tradition and wildlife, why not visit last minute holidays to book your Golden Triangle adventure?

Thursday, July 30, 2009

Felucca on the Nile

Feluccas are the traditional sailboats used for sailing along the Nile in Egypt.This is a type of lateen sail boat that carries passengers along the River Nile.It is a wide riverboat with a flat, open deck covered with soft mattresses and has a canopy which provide shade from the sun. The felucca has remained, over the centuries, the primary transportation of the Nile. Egypt is blessed with southerly wind that pushes sailboats upriver, while allowing them to return on its current downstream. A large tiller is used for steering and you can also find a large amount of storage space under the deck.The crew members provide you with Nubian foods and can have Breakfast, lunch and dinner while enjoying the true beauty of Nile.You can also get flavours of Egyptian tea and Nubian cake.These Feluccas are run by locals called Nubians and the ships were also filled with Nubian culture, with all the meals prepared on the ship by the captains.We watch rural Egyptian life while passing down the Nile.Whether you’re looking for something cultural, or just a relaxing time on the water, consider a felucca ride in Egypt. All the historical and cultural destinations are located along the banks of the Nile River and going on a sight-seeing by the felucca is an experience worth cherishing. Tourist can move leisurely across the water while viewing the papyrus, Palmyra, quaint hamlets ,various birds, cattle and fishermen. During evening you can spend time watching the magnificent Egyptian sunsets,and take a good sleep under the stars. The most romantic time is the evening time ,when you can relaxed with your loved ones while enjoying the sunset.This is the perfect short trip if you want to enjoy the best of Egypt`s adventure Tour. Felucca rides can be enjoyed in towns like Cairo,Luxor,Aswan etc where there are easy to find the main riverfront streets.Feluccas are interesting because they sail throughout the waters in the heart of Cairo and the scenery become nice during evening.A felucca sail provide you with a glimpse of people,culture and lifestyles of Egypt which makes Egypt one of the most fascinating country.