Friday, January 11, 2013

The Unstoppable Shopping Bonanza– Dubai Shopping Festival!

Imagine you’re high in the sky, at the top of the cloud enjoying a panoramic view of the world under you, & even touching the clouds. Wow, a feeling that can’t put in words. Or picture this. You’re taking a spectacular sky dive over the Palm, with the most breathtaking view in the world. All these once in a lifetime experiences are possible in Dubai. Add to the awesome travel opportunities in this country, it’s magnificent and famous Dubai Shopping Festival. The entertainment bonanza at the world renowned and internationally famous Dubai Shopping Festival has begun from 3rd January, 2013 and will continue till 3rd February, 2013.

The 32-day extravaganza will paint the city with a festive mood through its unique blend of shopping, winning and entertainment. Tourists will have plenty of options to choose from a wide range of electronic products and other amazing shopping products. Besides this, the government organizes several film festivals, special events for youngsters, impressive street splays, night fireworks, International fashion shows, and many other programs that are some of the cultural and entertainment programs organized for visitors. If you have never been to Dubai, this is the right chance to explore this fantastic country.

The festival starts off with a huge opening night that features light shows and fireworks across the Dubai Creek, which are then continued throughout the entire festival. These celebrations of life and living will truly make your travel worth every penny. Some other amazing experiences you can try in Dubai are helicopter tours and indoor sky diving! Experienced sky diving professionals will give you one-on-one instructions on how to manage your body positions when diving inside a tunnel. We bet the experience will be amazing!

Strawberi's special  tailormade holiday packages to Dubai will give you an awesome travel experience.

Friday, January 4, 2013

Kerala - God's Own Country

Kerala is blessed with spectacular natural beauty that never ceases to amaze tourists who flock in large numbers to visit this coastal piece of land. On the East of this scenic beauty are the mighty, lush green Western Ghats. The Arabian Sea with its blue water lagoons graces it on the west. The serenity of pristine backwaters of Kerala is world–renowned and is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Kerala.  When the sun, sand and beaches of Kerala are combined, it truly deserves the epithet– ‘God’s Own Country.’

Some interesting places that have gained recognition from tourists are the wildlife and elephants of Periyar, the Tea plantations and spices of Munnar, the Backwaters of Alleppey andthe golden beaches of Kovalam and Varkala. Various other notable tourist destinations that must be at the top of your must–visit destination are as follows:

Alappuzha (Alleppey)


It is hailed as the Venice of the East &it is famous for its boat races, backwater holidays, beaches, marine products and coir industry. Another delightful experience while in Alappuzha is a houseboat cruise.

Munnar


A small hill station in Kerala, Munnar is marked by vast expanses of tea plantations, colonial bungalows, rivulets, waterfalls and cool weather. It is also an ideal destination for trekking and mountain biking. Just a few kilometers away from Munnar, you can also visit the Mattupetty Lake. You can avail facilities for travelers. For the view of breathtaking nature do not forget to carry a pair of binoculars.

Thekkady


The Periyar forests of Thekkady are one of the finest wildlife reserves in India. Picturesque plantations and hill towns provide great opportunities for treks and mountain walks in Thekkady. The Periyar Lake near Thekkady is a manmadelake and one has to buy tickets in advance for enjoying the boat rides here. 

Kovalam


Palm–fringed Kovalam beach is an internationally renowned beach with three adjacent crescent beaches. It is a true paradise for honeymooners and individuals who want to relax in the true beauty of nature.

Varkala


Varkala offers excellent accommodation facilities for tourists and is fast becoming a popular health resort with many Ayurvedic massage centres. If you want to relax and rejuvenate, this is the most preferred destination.

Bekal


The imposing fort at Bekal is one of the largest and best preserved forts in Kerala. The beautiful expanse of the shallow beach near the Bekal fort known as Bekal Fort Beach and has been developed as an exotic beach location. The beach gets illuminated during the evening hours so that tourists can spend more time at the beach even after the sun set.

Besides leisure and relaxation, there are plenty of outdoor activities that one can enjoy in Kerala. Since Kerala backwaters offer a serene environment, canoeing is a great experience there. Some other hotspots for adventurous activities include Kollam Backwaters Karumadi Lake, Kayamkulam and Ashtamudi Lake.

Kerala is truly a paradise. If you haven’t been there, you must visit it to experience Kerala’s divine beauty!