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  • Jan
    25

    Nairobi, A Kenyan Holiday Awaits

    Posted In: Destinations by cooldude

    Kenya, formerly European colony, is increasingly becoming an attractive tourist destination for many. It is located in the eastern part of Africa and offers a plethora of diverse human ethnic communities and fantastic wildlife. Nairobi is the capital of Kenya and it has many tourist attractions on its own. Nairobi, located on the coast of the Nairobi River, has a charm on its own.

    The Nairobi National Museum is one of the major attractions of this city. It exposes one to the rich cultural heritage of Africa and Kenya. It showcases four distinct themes of culture, nature, history and contemporary arts. The Massai markets of Nairobi can offer many exotic and traditional African items at a very cheap rate. The Ngong Hills, a few kilometres from Nairobi are a must watch. These not only provide a great hiking experience but also beautiful scenery that leaves many mesmerized. For animals, one must visit the Nairobi National Park for all the African animals and the unique African Safari.

    Sep
    30

    Must do things when in Dublin

    Posted In: Destinations by cooldude

    Are you going to Dublin for your next holiday? Well, Dublin is an absolutely stunning place and you will have an amazing time there. Here are some things that you have to do during your stay in Dublin. Firstly, make sure that you enjoy Dublin just as the locals do. The cobblestone streets, the roadside cafes and bars and art galleries blend exceedingly well with the old streetscapes and offer a wonderful experience. Try to soak in the culture of Dublin as much as possible.

    You must also visit the Dublin Castle. It is actually not a castle in the traditional sense of the term; it looks more like an administrative building. However, the building has a beautiful interior and you can view it. Go to Dublin’s oldest microbrewery pub, Porterhouse and savor the Irish stew. Visit the Trinity College and take a walk around the peaceful campus. You should also try to catch up with the Dublin Fringe Festival.

    Sep
    25

    The Balearics islands form an archipelago in the country of Spain, located on the western Mediterranean Sea. Being a part of a continent filled with artistic beauty and love for arts, the Balearics Islands have a lot to offer the music lovers.

    Jazz lovers can head to Formentera in the summer for jazz concerts where as Majorca will provide you jazz clubs with thumping music every weekend.

    Traditional music close to Balearics Isles is usually found during the fiestas. The traditional cantadas can be witnessed during the festive season of St. James celebrated every July.

    Aspirants of classical music can look forward to Coves del Drac which has a great cave like entrance to a humongous amphitheatre. Music concert also take place during Pollença Music Festival and Bellver Castle Music Festival in August and July respectively. These are just a few mentioned popular music events and venues; the real pleasure is in exploring music in the Balearics Islands by visiting them yourself.

    Sep
    19

    Are you planning for an exotic holiday? Johannesburg is the place you where you get to see the natural wonders and it is also an ideal destination for the nature lovers. The natural beauty of the place will surely take your breath away. You can take short trips for a day to places like Sun City, Magaliesburg, Dullstroom, Cullinan and many more to view the natural beauty of the place more closely. Pretoria is a famous nearby attraction for the tourists. Cultural and historic attraction is what the place is popular for.

    Some of the other attractions are the Walter Sisulu botanical gardens, Lion Park, Nelson Mandela Bridge and Johannesburg zoo. Dullstroom is the ideal place for the nature lovers. You can get away from the hustle and bustle of the city to this beautiful place with natural surroundings. In Johannesburg you can visit plenty of museums, botanical gardens, galleries and zoo.

    Sep
    13

    Are you an adventurous person? Are you planning for trekking? Nepal is the place for you as Nepal has one of the most amazing trekking places in the world. Trekking is the best way to observe the magnificent Himalayas. Some of the recommended trekking places are:

    • Gokyo lakes and Everest base camp
    • Langtang
    • Annapurna
    • Kanchenjunga base camp
    • Arun valley trek
    • Panch pokhari trek
    • Rara lake trek
    • Ghandrung trek
    • Helambu culture trek

    At Nepal you can go for easy and short treks or you can opt for month long treks. Trekking or walking holidays is the best way to explore the natural scenic beauty of the place like the snow capped mountains and the crystal clear lakes. You can avail of the trekking holiday packages and also get special discount packages.

    Sep
    6

    Must visit places in Costa Rica

    Posted In: Uncategorized by cooldude

    Costa Rica, with its enthralling natural beauty comprising of beaches, rainforests, cloud and volcanoes, is one of the favored tourist hotspots in the planet, attracting millions of visitors and foreigners each year. There are numerous gorgeous and serene attractions and destinations encompassing the length and breadth of the country. The most famous are the beaches, Manuel Antonio being the most popular. Then there’s Playas Tamarindo, Jaco and Santa Teresa, which also attracts decent amount of crowd.

    One of the most important places in Costa Rica is Tortuguero National Park, which provides a chance to tourists to encounter nesting habits of sea turtle. Here, you can also try out canoeing, kayaking and nature cruises. If you are a wildlife enthusiast, you should not miss out on the Braulio Carrillo National Park. This rainforest comprises of the most scenic views of nature at its best. You can also visit La Paz Waterfall, and enjoy the experience of Hot Springs at Tabacon Resort.

    Feb
    24

    Building a fire needs a lot of patience and skill. However in case you are building a fire on a damp night, the task becomes quite difficult. In fact you might even find that the task is next to impossible. However in case you are planning to build a fire on such a day, there are some tricks that you could adopt to solve your problem.

    The first point that you would have to keep in mind is that one of the primary reasons the fire does not get lighted up in the moist weather condition is that the wood is damp. Wood tends o be porous in nature and absorbs as well as retains moisture. This means that when you are trying to build fire, what you really will have to deal with is the damp wood. Try to get pine trees with fat wood. These have high oil content and tend to burn well. Wood inside the large and wide logs is good for this purpose as well.

    Feb
    21

    Adventurous people love to set out for a hiking trip very often. It is a cheap way to come closer to nature and loosen up your body and soul. Planning a hiking trip is not a tough task and there are certain things to be kept in mind when planning to go for a hiking trip.

    You must be physically fit and healthy for a hiking trip as people who get exhausted soon cannot walk for long distances. Hike to the distance and place which you thing you can manage without facing difficulties. Do not choose elevation changes if you have a fear of heights. Do find out about the weather conditions you will face during the hike so that you can gear yourself up to face it or in worse case scenarios, postpone the plan. Do not forget to carry the necessary hiking gears like tents, sleeping bags, flashlight, etc. Lastly, carry a first-aid kit in case of injuries.

    Feb
    18

    The undisclosed beauties in Hawaii

    Posted In: Destinations by cooldude

    All of us dream of relishing a Hawaiian vacation some day. The islands are best known for its lovely pristine beaches, secluded yet amazing waterfalls and fantastic gardens. But there are some undisclosed beauties too.

    One of the most unusual tourist destinations of the State is its Hawaii Volcano National Park. The islands host some the very vibrant volcanoes and the most massive among them is the Mauna Loa and Kilauea Crater. They become active after every 3-4 years entertaining people with unique fireworks. Sometimes the steam, which rises up as clouds, condenses and comes back as rain droplets. It creates a type of beautiful rainbow like effect then as the gold and rose from the bright hot caverns get diffused into the raindrops.

    The Kalaupapa National Historical Park in Molokai is another unusual tourist attraction of Hawaii. Situated on the remote Kalaupapa Peninsula, the beautiful park offers a handsome view being surrounded by steep cliffs and the deep blue ocean and its diverse aquatic life.

    Feb
    15

    Usually, we always wonder about the most hyped places and yet we fail to visit the ones that are right near us. Just near the cost of California is one such Island named Catalina. With the ever inspiring smell of eucalyptus and pleasant warm temperature, Catalina is definitely one place you should not miss.

    The oceans around here are very clear making them perfect for sports like snorkeling, swimming and diving. A festival known as the “Flying Fish Festival” is held annually in Catalina. During this festival, you can expect to see dolphins, penguins and other sea animals. There are not many places in which you can see the natural Blue Whale, the largest animal in the planet. But when you go to Catalina, you can at least see 5 of them during your stay.

    Similarly, there are many attractions to this beautiful Island. If you ever go to California, make sure you visit this place.

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