5 Best Family Holiday Destinations

Family holidaying is always a fun thought but a lot of planning and preparation is needed to execute it, especially when you have to travel with kids. A lot of things have to be kept in mind while planning a vacation such as where to travel, what to take with you and how to engage the kids. As summer vacations are not too far, let’s guide you about 5 ultimate destinations that you can choose for your vacations:

1. USA: USA is an abundant holiday destination and even a lifetime is not enough to fully explore this place. Each state of the country possesses its own specialty which will leave you wanting for more. Whether it is the ‘Golden State’ California, ‘Sunshine State’ Florida or the beautiful city of New York, US has something for everyone. Go for a road-trip on the wonderful Pacific-Highway to San Diego or travel in a group to catch a glimpse of all that is there to see.

2. DUBAI: Dubai has everything that you could wish for in a holiday destination. The stunning beaches, budget-friendly hotels and adventure-sports of Dubai lure visitors from all over the world. As the weather is hotter during the day, it is advisable to make your move to the beaches early in the morning and when the sun begins to shine brightly, go for activities like Dolphin-Bay, Ferrari-World, Ski-Dubai or just head to shop in the magnificent malls. Also enjoy the Desert safari in the evening. Dubai has so much to offer to the travelers that a single visit to this place is not enough to dive deep into its beauty.

3. THAILAND: If you are a family with kids then your children are bound to have a gala time in this country. Apart from the well known shopping-hub Bangkok, other destinations such as Safari-World, Grand-Palace and Tiger-Temple form wondrous attractions. Along with binging on the sumptuous street food, also slurp on the freshly-squeezed orange juice that is sold on the streets. After spending a few tiring days in Bangkok, go to any beach-town to have a refreshing time or just wander more in the country.Hua-Hin is one such beautiful town where you can have a fun time. The beaches, night bazaars and malls of the city are the things you will crave for more. You can even go to Krabi and amuse yourself in its shining emerald-waters, scrumptious sea-food, kayaking and rock-climbing. Another popular option in Northern-Thailand is Chiang Mai which is renowned for its shopping centers, ancient-temples and delicious food.

4. SINGAPORE: Ranking among the top ten cleanest-cities of the world, Singapore is known as the family-paradise. Loaded with delightful activities for the families, the country draws tourists from across the globe. Sentosa, Singapore-zoo, Jurong Bird-Park form a few captivating places to visit. You can even add various temples and museums to your itinerary. One can even go on a shopping spree in this beautiful country packed with beautiful shopping destinations. You will find profitable deals on various brands. Do not miss out to collect some cool stuff from there.

5. HONG KONG AND MACAU: Madame Tussaud’s, Ocean-Park, Disneyland, Observation-Deck, Avenue of Stars- the city has everything that you could wish for. Hong Kong is renowned for its bakeries and delicious street-food. If you are done with eating the Chinese cuisines then you can go for some grand international-options.In twenty minutes, you can reach the city of Macau by helicopter. Macau is a cool mix of adventure and entertainment. Summer shows like “Zia” by ‘Cirque Du Soleil’ and “The House of Dancing Water” at the ‘City of Dreams’ keep the theatres packed with visitors. The kids will take pleasure in grass-sliding and go karting. If you are someone looking for adventure then cover a distance of 233 meters and reach the top of ‘Macau Tower’ to sky-walk or sky-jump.

Select the destination of your choice and pack your bags to get ready for a wonderful summer-vacation.

5 BUDGET FRIENDLY TRIPS

There are many places where you may wish to travel, but not many that you can afford. If you are a travel buff and are searching for a bargain then there are numerous ways by which you can make the most of your money. Here is a list of 5 such destinations that have plenty to offer to the travelers and that too at an affordable price:

UKRAINE: This is an ultimate option for travelers who are looking out for a blend of culture and history without spending excessively. The country of Ukraine is packed with rich cultural and history. It offers its tourists magnificent attractions along with delicious and affordable food, friendly people and also nests some UNESCO World Heritage Sites to add to your list of attractions. Visit this place without any fear of returning back without any money.

PANAMA: With the completion of Panama’s Great Canal Expansion Project, the city will be flooded with tourists and cruise-ships. You can plan to keep this place in your list of holiday destinations before the prices get too high. The city offers a plethora of things to the travelers including beaches, wildlife and lavish accommodation at affordable prices. One more good reason to visit this city is its local currency which permits the travelers to spend in Dollars. 

NICARAGUA: Owing to the stabilizing political situations, Nicaragua is set to become one such destination to rise on the global-map. House to a few thick-jungles, grand ancient-ruins and wonderful sunny beaches, not much time is left before the prices start to soar. The luxurious items are also affordable here. So, it’s time to go majestic with Nicaragua.

CROATIA: The access to Croatia in terms of procurement of visa has become a lot easier due to its joining the European-Union. All this is meant to bring in hordes of tourists; it won’t be long time before the prices reach rocket-high. If this is not sufficient to lure you, imagine it as a moderate and an inexpensive Italy.

SRI LANKA: It’s been a few years that this small island has been a topic of discussion but the country has somehow managed a mesmerizing inflow of tourism. It depicts wonderful landscapes and incredible beauty in spite a greatly worried political-past. The country has been a winner for travelers by offering an ideal concoction of scenic beauty and leisure at a reasonable price. Do visit some interesting heritage-sites and mystic surf spots.

Become a traveler and get ready to travel in these 5 beautiful and affordable travel destinations. Book an affordable flight for yourself and get set to pack some great memories.

WALKING INTO THE WILD

Hiking through the lofty mountains is a refreshing experience. It gets all the more exciting if you have the company of the mystical creations of the universe including some endangered species and fascinating flora and fauna. Let’s have a look at some of the wonderful hiking destinations: 

• SINGALILA NATIONAL PARK, WEST BENGAL - Catch a glimpse of the Mount Everest on this beautiful trek located at the higher edges of the Himalayas of Darjeeling. One can easily arrive at the start of the trek at Moneybhajan by the ‘Darjeeling Himalayan Railway’. To go further from there, vintage Land Rover jeeps are provided to the travelers. The trek can be completed in three to four days. An additional option of a side tour to Phalut is also provided which gives the travelers panoramic views of Mount Everest and Mount Kanchenjunga. As you trek in this National Park, you will also traverse through forest areas full of ferns, oaks, bamboo, silver firs and flowering-plants like Orchids, Rhododendrons, Magnolias etc. 
  
  
• KUGTI WILDLIFE SANCTUARY, HIMACHAL PRADESH - This sanctuary of Himachal Pradesh leads you through rough-terrains, steep slopes, glaciers and snow. The mountains on this trek are beautifully decorated with greenery and the slopes are ruled with various waterfalls making for a picturesque view on the way. The sanctuary is home to ‘High-Altitude Himalayan Fauna’ and the endangered goat ‘Himalayan Thar’. Kugti also nests the celebrated ‘Manimahesh Temple’ that is visited by pilgrims all around the year.
  
  
• VALLEY OF FLOWERS NATIONAL PARK AND NANDA DEVI, UTTARAKHAND - Rivers, streams and glaciers of Valley of Flowers and Nanda Devi have always lured the trekkers, poets, artists and naturalists. Valley of Flowers with its serene alpine meadows and gentler landscape wonderfully complements the out-of-the-way, rugged and high-mountain wilderness of Nanda Devi. Both the parks are rich with flora and fauna along with a significant population of the Himalayan Musk Deer and Snow Leopard. The place is also an amazing treat for the bird watchers.
  
  
• HEMIS HIGH ALTITUDE NATIONAL PARK, JAMMU AND KASHMIR - This Park derives its name from ‘Hemis Gompa’ which is a renowned Buddhist Monastery located near Leh. The convergence of Zanskar Rivers and Indus lines the park which is pleasurable treat to the visitor’s eyes. The park is considered to be most desirable for its Snow Leopard. It also houses Blue Sheep, Tibetan Wild Ass, Ladakhi Urial and Himalayan-Marmots. There can be chances of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) on this trek, when not acclimatized properly. The sole place to reside during these treks is by pitching your own tents in campsites. 

Thus, there is a lot that you can explore while trekking. Walking into the wild gets more interesting and comfortable if you gear up yourself with the safety measures that you may require while you are trekking. Become a traveler and get prepared to penetrate deeper into the wilderness while you explore the scenic beauty of the nature.

TIPS FOR HAVING A GRATIFYING AIR TRAVEL EXPERIENCE

Air travel is considered to be the most excellent and comfortable way of travelling. Still it takes quite an effort to make your air travel an enjoyable experience. This becomes all the more challenging when we have air travel myths circulating around us. To make the air travel experience an enjoyable one, the traveler must make an attempt to know about the things that will make the air travel a pleasurable experience:

• Whenever possible, try to board the non stop flights. This will be very helpful as you will have to spend lesser amount of time in air and will arrive at your destination quicker. 
• It is advisable to take early morning flights. As the day progresses, the delays in flights also tend to increase so take your flights as early as possible to avoid any inconvenience.
• Always carry the luggage with yourself. You should pick light luggage as this will save you from the costs involved and also from the hassles of examining the luggage. This in turn eliminates your fear and panic of taking care of the huge luggage.  
• Split your clothing items in two separate bags. This will help in lessening the nuisance of lost bags. 
• Eat healthy, light and nutritious foods when on flight. Eating a lot of junk and spicy food can lead to the problem of indigestion. 
• It is prudent to carry your own blanket for the flight, as most of the airline companies these days do not provide blankets to the passengers.
• The food served by the airline companies may not always be good for your health. Carry some homemade food with yourself or pack some healthy and light sandwiches.
• Dress in comfortable garments. Stretchy and loose-fitting attires form the best clothing when in a flight. This will make you feel relaxed throughout your air travel.

Traveling is a rejuvenating experience and enriches your body, mind and soul. You should keep yourself equipped with the know-how of travelling so that your traveling experience leaves a positive impact on you. Compare various travel-deals and offers and go for the one that meets your requirements. Select an affordable flight service for yourself so that you can also save some money and spend it at your travel destination. And follow the above beneficial tips and make your air journey a memorable and pleasing one.