Take your pets along

Good news for animal lovers. KSRTC makes it possible to take your pets along on your holiday. No more worries about leaving your precious ones behind as you go on your vacation.

Details on: deccanherald.com

A treat for wildlife lovers

Ride on the elephants deep into the dense forest or spend a night on the machan near the water holes. Go on a safari to see the spotted deer, the flying squirrels, the bears. The Bandipur National Park is one of India's first tiger reserves.

Read: journeymart. More at: wildlifetours and ecoindia.

Bringing Europe to South India

No more trips to Mumbai for a European visa. New Dutch and Belgian visa centers have been set up in Bangalore. Good news for the travellers down south.

More at: deccanherald.com

A bolt from the blue

Air travelers will need to shell out more from November. Reeling under massive losses, the airline industry is all set to rise up again like the phoenix. The plan to add transaction fees to the regular fares is on the offing.

Read more: ibnlive.com

Luring tourists through the net

It sure pays to be web savvy. The travel industry has gone online. Take advantage of the best deals on the offer and go places.

Read full story on: ndtv.com

On an endless road

American couple, Tim and Cindie Travis, is living their dream. They have traded their ordinary lives to embark on a biking adventure around the world. Six years on the road and still no plans to stop.

Read their story on: downtheroad

Spooky Halloween

Haunted attractions are on the offer this Halloween. The ghost trail tours, the haunted museums, and the nighttime fright festivals will just freak you out. Fun for the whole family!

Read full story at: cnn.com. Also read: about.com & toronotohalloween

India on a platter

If you are anywhere near Frankfurt, then check out The Melting Pot in Bad Homburg. The menu here is a perfect blend of taste and aesthetics and is based on the ayurvedic priniciples. This Indian restaurant is the brainchild of a malayali chef from Calicut and is a huge hit with the home crowd.

Read: themeltingpot. More on: toytown & connectingindians

All's not lost yet !

Thinking of putting off your vacation? The global economy sure is in a mess and inflation on the rise. But, the good news is - you can still satisfy your wanderlust! Plan your trip and get going.

To know more: check out msnbc.com

A date with nature

Kozhikode is just the perfect place for nature lovers. It is richly endowed with lush green forests, sparkling rivers, and a variety of flora and fauna. Get up-close with nature at this busy coastal city.

More info: kozhikode.com and kozhikodetour

A costly affair

Goa is fast becoming unaffordable. Rising inflation and the slowing of the global economy are turning the favorite tourist spot into a distant dream. Romania and Bulgaria are the new hot destinations for the European travellers.

Read the story at: ibnlive & indiaserver. Also read: financialexpress

Where death and life come together

Situated on the banks of the Ganga is Varanasi - the holiest city of the Hindus. Get to see life and death together at the Ghats of Benares. It is festive season any time of the year here!

Read more at: mystiqueindia. Also: indnav

A Royal experience

The Palace on Wheels takes you on an unforgettable ride through exotic India. Relax in comfort as the luxury train takes you back in time and gives you memories to last a lifetime.

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Romancing the backwaters

Float around lazily in the Kettuvalloms on the shimmering waterways of Kerala. The traditional houseboats have all the comforts and amenities you can ask for. Relax in style as these eco-friendly houseboats meander along the palm-fringed backwaters. want to know more?

India's French connection

Just three hours’ drive from Chennai is India’s little France - Pondicherry. This Union Territory of India is a land of spirituality, heritage sites, and pristine beaches. Considered a tourism hotspot, Pondicherry or Puducherry is an ideal mixture of beauty and serenity.

To know more: click here. Also read: travelmasti

A quiet Goan holiday

Looking for peace and luxury on your Goan vacation? Then, Lazylagoon Sarovar Portico Suites is what you are looking for ! Built at the edge of a lagoon, this elegant boutique hotel offers the perfect getaway for those looking for a quiet place to relax.

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