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Travelogue on - Suntalekhola

The weekly train from Secunderbad to New Jalpaiguri was delayed – for a change we heartily welcomed the development asit meant that we did not need to loose sleep for alighting at the middle of the bone-chilling night in the middle of a firmly entrenched winter.

The train very thoughtfully offloaded us at around predawn. With the town still wrapped in a blanket of mist, we drove through the

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Travelogue on - Manali

We continued our journey (in a rented Indica from Chandigarh) onwards to Una – Bhota- Mandi (a detour of 150 kms) on pot-holed winding roads with state transport buses hurtling down the slope at high speeds. Despite the tiring drive, you cannot help but marvel and the beauty of the Indian hinterlands. Fertile fields, lush green mountains; glimpses of Beas and the Govind Sagar Lake, picturesque

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Travelogue on - Munnar

This is not about any particular city or any specific destination. This is about one such trip where the journey was more vital than the beautiful destination ‘Munnar’. Here it goes like this…It was October of 2006. And I was left alone in Chennai… with most of my friends leaving the town for some better opportunities elsewhere. I was also bound to leave for Mumbai in December. I had a trip to

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Travelogue on - Ranikhet, Unexplored Uttaranchal

Uttaranchal is a place of natural beauty. One can enjoy the untouched and un-spoilt natural beauty. It it also called as the Land of Gods and Goddes. It is also famous for it's lakes,mountains, forests, national parts, santuries etc. It is also a great destination for adventure sports.There are many places where you can plan to visit in a phased manner.You can visit Nainital, Dehradun, Almora,

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Travelogue on - LaChung,Darjeeling

LaChung, east Sikkim has so much around it too. Fly into Bagdogra from Kolkotta, and hire a reliable vehicle from Darjeeling or Gangtok to get you around. There are no airports in this hilly region. Plan for delays as highways may be affected by landslides. Drive through Darjeeling-Pelling-Gangtok-Lachung-Yumthong and back to Gangtok/Bagdogra or onward.Darjeeling (from Dorje Ling - the Place of

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Korean Class

Lately, I have been procrastinating my korean language learning. I just had a viral fever which I will get once in a blue moon and now my system is picking its usual pace of "workaholic" mode. I sound like a robot. Hehehe..

Many thanks to KoreanClass101 team, I think learning korean with their tutorial and podcast is much easier. I just plug my ipod and wallah!! I could listen while I'm driving, eating my lunch and even when I am about to doze in my bed. I have around 129 days left before my trip to Korea. Hopefully by then I would be able to speak decent Korean.

What I really like about their system is that theirs are very structured and simplified learning. Easy and no fuss. They have podcast, video vocabulary, notes in pdf form, dialogues, forum and even lesson discussion 1 on 1 as if in real class!

Until then, I hope I can impress G-Dragon if I get the chance to meet him. *Arrhh..in my dream. Hehe*

Learn Korean with KoreanClass101.com

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My Airfare Secrets

A few weeks back I wrote a post about How to buy cheaper flight ticket?
But what really sweet is I stumbled upon a really precious insider information compiled by the people inside airline himself. It's called : Secrets of Cheap Airfare from a Fired Airline Travel Agent.


I can't emphasize no more on how important that 'we' the common people to know the tips and tricks by airlines, how we could dodge their bogus marketing and not to burn our pocket.

This book is really a gem. I recommend those budget traveler or even luxurious one to get hold of it. The book not only covers on how to bargain on dirt-cheap priced ticket but it also covers the jargon in airlines in very simple and user-friendly explanation.

Rather than splurge it on the ticket, maybe you can use the extra money on that new high heel shoes or one piece? Hehehe..

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My flight to Seoul was rescheduled without prior notice

I am utterly speechless!! What happened to airlines nowadays??
Gawd..I know that the economy is bad if not worse currently but my flight to Seoul was rescheduled without prior notice.

I am suppose to fly on 29th of September 2009 but this morning I received an SMS from MAS airlines that it was rescheduled from 28th to 27th!! Wait a minute..I didn't receive any notification when they rescheduled it once! This sms was the second time that they had it rescheduled. I'm going bonker, for sure.

Dialing the semi-toll free number was hopeless with annoying voice message "The number is inactive". What?!! What happened to once a reliable and many awards in their favours??

After how many attempts, I finally get to speak with one of the agents. She confirmed that my flight was rescheduled to 27th September 2009 at 2335hrs, touching down Seoul on 28th September 2009 0710hrs.

Wait!! Will I overstay my visa maximum-day stay? Malaysian is allowed to enter South Korea maximum 90 days. After countless calculation (I failed Maths..hehe) : 28th September until 26th December = 90 days. Yikes!! I am saved by the bell!!

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India Tours & Tourism – Experience of Lifetime

India is a globally famous tourism destination deserving attentions of tourists from all over the world. It is known for its unique cultural and geographical features. There is something for every tourist in the country. There are lots of tourism options to enjoy in the country. There are various options to do and see in the country. Heritage tourism, Cultural tours, Wildlife expedition, Adventure tours, Honeymoon tours, Monument tourism, Pilgrimage tours, Nature & green tourism, Eco tourism, Monsoon tourism, Medical tourism, Cultural heritage tours, Goa beach tours, Kerala backwater tours, hill station tourism, etc are prime elements of India tours and tourism.

The states like Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Goa, Maharashtra, etc are very rich in aspect of tours and tourism in the country. Cities like New Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Ajmer, Bikaner, Pushkar, Manali, Sri Nagar, Rajgir, Leh, Agra, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Kolkata, Darjeeling, Amritsar, Lucknow, Mumbai, Aurangabad, Bangalore, Ooty, Panji, Hyderabad, Mysore, Munnar, Trivandrum, Cochin, etc are prime tourism destinations in the country. These destinations are very popular among tourists and vacationers from all over the world. There is wide range of options to do and see in these famous tourist destinations of the country.

Unique geographical feature of the country never fail to deserve the attentions of tourists and vacationers. The diverse and unique geographical feature of the country can be explored in its several beautiful hill stations, wildlife sanctuaries, mountain ranges, dense forests, enchanting rivers, breathtaking backwaters, lush green & gorgeous valleys, beautiful meadows, breathtaking beaches, vast Thar Desert, etc. Shimla, Manali, Kashmir, Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgaun, Leh, Dharamshala, Kasauli, Darjeeling, Ranikhet, Mussoorie, Nanital, Dehradun, Ooty, Kodaikanal, Khandala, Lonavala, Mount Abu, Munnar, Wayanad, etc are famous hill stations of India. These hill stations are blessed with exceptionally nature beauty and very ideal for family vacation and honeymoon vacation. For honeymooners these destinations are like paradise and provide truly sheer romantic and agreeable ambiance for perfect honeymoon experience.

There are several wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in the county. Wildlife expedition can be one of the best options to enjoy while on India tours and travels. Ranthambhore National Park, Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary & National Park, Gir National Park, Corbett National Park, Pench National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park, Kanha National Park, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Hazaribagh National Park, etc are worth visiting attractions of wildlife expeditions in the country. There are several beautiful beaches in the country. Goa and Kerala are very popular beach destinations in the country. Beaches are breathtakingly beautiful and nature blessed. Both, Kerala and Goa, are very popular among honeymooners. If couples think Honeymoon Tours India, then they should plan their vacation in Goa and Kerala. Definitely they will have delightful experience of lifetime. Goa honeymoon vacations also give couples opportunity to explore several magnificent monuments like churches, temples, forts, palaces, colonial homes, etc.

Despite geographical features India tourism is very popular for cultural heritage tourism. Tourists and travellers can witness the rich heritage of Indian culture at Ajanta, Ellora, Elephanta, Khajuraho, Konark, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Bikaner, Mandawa, Delhi, Agra, etc.

Varanasi, Khajuraho, Konark, Puri, Rajgir, Bodh Gaya, Ajmer, Amritsar Pushkar, Jammu, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Tirupati, Deoghar, Badrinath, etc are religious sites in the country. Exploring these destinations gives travellers rich cultural and spiritual experience. In fact, India is a unique tourism destination in the world and never fails to lure travellers and vacationers from all over the world.

There are several tours & travel packages which make enable tourists to explore the famous tourism destinations of the country conveniently. But people should choose a right package according to their desire and preferences. Tourists should choose their package carefully and do not go with only attractive advertisement. Before book a tour package tourists should do some research to find out best tourism package of India. And yes tourists should not forget their desire and preferences before choosing any India tours package.

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India Tours & Tourism – Experience of Lifetime

India is a globally famous tourism destination deserving attentions of tourists from all over the world. It is known for its unique cultural and geographical features. There is something for every tourist in the country. There are lots of tourism options to enjoy in the country. There are various options to do and see in the country. Heritage tourism, Cultural tours, Wildlife expedition, Adventure tours, Honeymoon tours, Monument tourism, Pilgrimage tours, Nature & green tourism, Eco tourism, Monsoon tourism, Medical tourism, Cultural heritage tours, Goa beach tours, Kerala backwater tours, hill station tourism, etc are prime elements of India tours and tourism.

The states like Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Goa, Maharashtra, etc are very rich in aspect of tours and tourism in the country. Cities like New Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Ajmer, Bikaner, Pushkar, Manali, Sri Nagar, Rajgir, Leh, Agra, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Kolkata, Darjeeling, Amritsar, Lucknow, Mumbai, Aurangabad, Bangalore, Ooty, Panji, Hyderabad, Mysore, Munnar, Trivandrum, Cochin, etc are prime tourism destinations in the country. These destinations are very popular among tourists and vacationers from all over the world. There is wide range of options to do and see in these famous tourist destinations of the country.

Unique geographical feature of the country never fail to deserve the attentions of tourists and vacationers. The diverse and unique geographical feature of the country can be explored in its several beautiful hill stations, wildlife sanctuaries, mountain ranges, dense forests, enchanting rivers, breathtaking backwaters, lush green & gorgeous valleys, beautiful meadows, breathtaking beaches, vast Thar Desert, etc. Shimla, Manali, Kashmir, Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgaun, Leh, Dharamshala, Kasauli, Darjeeling, Ranikhet, Mussoorie, Nanital, Dehradun, Ooty, Kodaikanal, Khandala, Lonavala, Mount Abu, Munnar, Wayanad, etc are famous hill stations of India. These hill stations are blessed with exceptionally nature beauty and very ideal for family vacation and honeymoon vacation. For honeymooners these destinations are like paradise and provide truly sheer romantic and agreeable ambiance for perfect honeymoon experience.

There are several wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in the county. Wildlife expedition can be one of the best options to enjoy while on India tours and travels. Ranthambhore National Park, Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary & National Park, Gir National Park, Corbett National Park, Pench National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park, Kanha National Park, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Hazaribagh National Park, etc are worth visiting attractions of wildlife expeditions in the country. There are several beautiful beaches in the country. Goa and Kerala are very popular beach destinations in the country. Beaches are breathtakingly beautiful and nature blessed. Both, Kerala and Goa, are very popular among honeymooners. If couples think Honeymoon Tours India, then they should plan their vacation in Goa and Kerala. Definitely they will have delightful experience of lifetime. Goa honeymoon vacations also give couples opportunity to explore several magnificent monuments like churches, temples, forts, palaces, colonial homes, etc.

Despite geographical features India tourism is very popular for cultural heritage tourism. Tourists and travellers can witness the rich heritage of Indian culture at Ajanta, Ellora, Elephanta, Khajuraho, Konark, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Bikaner, Mandawa, Delhi, Agra, etc.

Varanasi, Khajuraho, Konark, Puri, Rajgir, Bodh Gaya, Ajmer, Amritsar Pushkar, Jammu, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Tirupati, Deoghar, Badrinath, etc are religious sites in the country. Exploring these destinations gives travellers rich cultural and spiritual experience. In fact, India is a unique tourism destination in the world and never fails to lure travellers and vacationers from all over the world.

There are several tours & travel packages which make enable tourists to explore the famous tourism destinations of the country conveniently. But people should choose a right package according to their desire and preferences. Tourists should choose their package carefully and do not go with only attractive advertisement. Before book a tour package tourists should do some research to find out best tourism package of India. And yes tourists should not forget their desire and preferences before choosing any India tours package.

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