A trip to Switzerland- Places to visit

Switzerland is a centrally located European nation. And, this country is also known as the “roof of the World”.  Switzerland is a landlocked nation Bordering five European countries: Lichtenstein, Italy, France, Germany and Austria.  This country is most beautiful and charming paradise on this planet and known for its rich culture, wide scenery mountains, pubs, shopping arcade, and everything a tourist carve for.

Best cities to visit in Switzerland

Zurich

Zurich is the largest and the financial city of Switzerland.  Unique features like art galleries, museums, traditional shopping areas, etc.  Seduce tourists to visit this city more than once. Spend an evening with your family at the admirable lake Zurich during your vacation. A Smooth train ride is available to the mountains, Uetilberg that gives a bird’s-eye view of the country side and the city.

Geneva        

This city of Switzerland lies on the western shore of a renowned lake, Geneva. Awesome view of thick snow-covered mountains will surely attract you to spend vacations every year in this tourist destination. You can walk, rent a bicycle or can reach these mountains via public transport.  Some things to do in Geneva include visiting St. Peter’s Cathedral, the birthplace of United Nation, water fountains and Bourg de four.

Lausanne

The world knows this city as the Olympics centre because in this city international Olympic committee’s residence is located. This city is the place to visit for the entire sports enthusiast around the world, see the Olympic museum & the Lausanne Cathedral.

Bern

Bern is the capital of Switzerland. This city is famous for its old historical sites like the antique clock tower, Zytglogge and this is why this city is termed as world heritage site by UNESCO.  This city has the long biggest and the longest shopping arcade in the whole of Europe. Some attractions of the capital of Switzerland: Town hall, art museum, rose garden, cathedral, of Bern, beer park and Federal place.

Basel

Basel is situated near the River, Rhine. This city is the pharmaceutical and the industrial hub of the country and see can say that is the best employment city of this European nation.  Some major attractions: Art museum, Basel minister, toy museum, Rathaus, etc.

Things to do in Iceland

Iceland is a small European country having a population of mere 350,000 humans and its population density is 103,000 kilometer square, located in the Northern side of the Atlantic Ocean.  The Reykjavik is the capital of Iceland; it is the largest and the financial city of this European nation. Every Iceland receives thousands of guest because of its rich beauty nature spots, beaches, sumptuous cuisine, cool and windy weather, and regional wine and not to forget the nightlife of Iceland.

There are many things to do and watch in Iceland and some of them are given below-

The gulfoss waterfalls-

Golden waterfall is the nickname of the gulfoos waterfalls because on a bright sunny day the rays of sun gets reflected on the water making the water look sparkling golden liquid.  Mostly travel packages to Iceland include a visit to this waterfall. There a unique story behind the ownership of this waterfall, the gulfoss waterfall was owned by a small girl in the 20th century and when some investors bought this place, they wished to build an energy plant. But, that girl disagreed and as a protest against their project he walked 120 kilometers barefooted and this helped to build a strong local campaign against the electric power generation project and this eventually succeed at the end. So, your visit to Iceland is imperfect, if you not witness this waterfall.

The geyser volcano

This is really an admirable and amazing natural phenomenon which attracts most travelers. Here firstly, the water goes 2000 meter deep under the ground and after that due to high temperature the water raises 70 meter above the ground with a crushing hush sound. This is natural beauty that visitors and you should never miss or skip visiting this nature spot.

The Blue Lagoon

This is one of world most charming and beautiful artificial lake which has a temperature of around 40 degrees. And, this distinctive feature makes it ideal for swimming throughout the year. The views of ice and snow in the blue lagoon seduce the global travelers to visit this place with their family. There are also some nearby traditional shops for those, who are fond of shopping.

The Northern Lights

This is a very unique and strange nature phenomenon which you can see in Norway, Finland and Iceland.  This happens due to winds that are filled with ions which strike the pole of the earth, and sparkling green rays of lights appears.  This fantastic natural scenery allures the visitors to plan their trip to Iceland.  The best season to witness this phenomenon is between the months of September and March as during this month’s weather conditions are favorable.

Some festivals celebrated in the city of Varanasi

Varanasi is one of the oldest cities in India.  And, it is also one of the main pilgrimage sites for Hindus.  Numerous Hindus festivals are celebrated almost the whole year around in this holy city. Varanasi is an education hub for Hindu religious and spiritual studies, many great saints offer their religious teaching, free of cost to the keen learners of Hindu religion.

Devotes come there to gain spiritual enlighten (or do any religious activity) from their priests and saints. Apart from these devotes people from the country and around the global come there to enjoy the festivals celebrated in this holy city. 

Some festivals celebrated in the city of Varanasi

Hanuman Jayanti

 This festival is celebrated in the month of April every year in all parts of India and especially in Varanasi, This day is celebrated as the birthday of one of the most iconic Hindu god, Hanuman Ji. According to Hindu mythology Hanuman ji is the god of strength and power and he is also of the truest devotee of Hindu God of honesty and truth Lord Rama.

Deep Deepwali

This festival is celebrated in Varanasi and in other parts of the country where river Ganga flows; it is commemorated on the 15th Day after the celebration of Hindus most renowned festival known as Deepwali. On this auspicious day, thousands of devotees from around the globe lit divas (earthen lamps) and lets them free in the river Ganga. This festival is a tribute to the river, Ganga which has special importance in the Hindu religion. 

Ram Leela

This festival is the most auspicious festival that you must witness with your family! The Ram Leela is a dramatic representation of the Hindu mythology, the Mahabharata.  This city is truly built-in a way to be a part of this festival as you can easily see various localities mentioned in the holy book of Mahabharata in the city, like the Askok vatika, Lanka, etc.

 Mahashiyratri

This festival is dedicated to the Hindu god, lord Shiva. In the Hindu maythology, Lord Shiva is the god, who runs the world and it is commemorated on the fourteen day of Phalgun.  This solemn Hindu festival is celebrated in Temples, devotees offer Honey, Milk, fruits to their god.

Coolongatta- A place you must

Coolangatta is a small southerly coastal town of Queensland, and it is the gateway to the Northern New South Wales and the Gold Coast. Coolangatta is located on the border, nearer to the twin town of Brisbane on the south and Sydney on the north. It takes a few minutes from the gold coast to reach this tourist destination as, this town is situated on the border of the important financial cities of the country, Australia, it receives a large number of tourists each year and it is a favorite spot for tourist with some investment plan. This town attracts tourism because of its lovely beaches.

There a few places where you can do surfing if you have an interest in surfing or tried it earlier, the famous being the Kirra.  Kirra is a perfect tourist destination to enjoy your vacation.    
   

If you are a shopaholic traveler, then must head to Marine Parade. There all the shopping hoarders will find big shopping malls, traditional shops, premium company’s outlets. And lastly, you can enjoy eating from some of the most renowned restaurants in the whole of Australia.

Spend your afternoon fishing in the river Tweed, and have seafood for brunch. Local craft, traditional cuisine and great people of this area will fill your mind and heart with some happy memories to take home.  Here you will easily find an economical bar to spend your evening with your friends or family over a few glasses of your favorite drink, watching football or cricket match on the  big projector screen. There are many theme parks to that will excite your children.

Accommodation is one of the most things that can attract tourism. On that front, this admirable tourist spot  is step ahead of all the other nearby tourist destinations luxurious and spacious holiday homes, premium hotels, sumptuous villas, this spot has everything to everyone (according to your budget). If you have some investments consult a local property broker or locals around. It is a perfect town for a fun-filled family holiday.

Things to do in London

London. The capital of United Kingdom is not only the financial and business hub, but also an ideal tourist destination for all travelers around the globe. This biggest city of Britain is renowned for its  beaches, holidays homes, delectable food, shopping, amusement parks, cultural monuments, etc. and, not to forget the nightlife of the United Kingdom, 24*7 pubs & bars, sumptuous wine, regional dance, you going to fall in love with this tourist spot.

Vacation in London with family can be a rewarding experience for the whole family. Spend you day sitting at a beachside sipping orange juice with some hearty snacks, let your body free from all that tension, stress and whatever way we hurt our body, it is the time for your body to heal with the vitamin C. See the azure water and observe the mystery of nature. When the sun set, head towards the city and be a true party go human you are.

The tower of London

This place should on your “things to do in London”. The tower of London is ideal for the individual of all ages from 5-year-old children to 60-year-old man; everyone will admire its beauty, without a doubt and after, taking some selfies and photographs with this medieval castle. Move inside this building for more fun. The architecture of this building is like a prison which will excite you even more. It is advisable to talk regularly with your guide and gain more information about this monument.

The tower bridge

Many travel writers have written in their books that the tour of London is incomplete and irrelevant without visiting a place in London in known as “Tower Bridge”. This famous architectural bridge is located on the river Thames and it opens and closes two thousand times each year. Take the elevator up the walkway and take a view of the spectacular scene around you with your binoculars.  In addition to this, you can upgrade your knowledge by seeing how the steam-driven machinery was used to lift and lower the bridge in the past.

London transport museum

If you have younger children with you, then this place is best suited for your kid. This museum is a place where you can see old busses, trains, subways and much more.

Some tips before you leave for a long-distance motorcycle ride

Do you love riding your motorcycle, and going out for a long drive? If yes, then you must read all the below-listed tips that will make your long drive a thing of discussion in the near future with fill your mind with some happy memories.

Let walk through!
              
First and the foremost tip, have a light healthy meal before leaving for a long-distance bike drive because heavy meals take time and a lot of energy to digest and make you feel drowsy which in turn may lead to serious road accidents.

Pack and take some hearty snacks with you, only if you have some extra space. This is the best way to save some bucks.

Carry water and drink regularly at every stop to stay hydrated and drink a lot more in summer to keep up the water level in the body. Take a frozen water bottle as it will stay cool for a long time. You can also keep some handy energy drinks bottles.

Avoid eating at big chain restaurants; instead, stop at highway side dhabas to have your lunch or dinner. As usually these dhabas are not expensive in comparison to big giant restaurants.

Enjoy your ride with your some special and stop at every beautiful tourist spot, otherwise you’ll be thinking afterwards that why I didn’t. Stay ahead of time and search online before starting your journey to find some admirable spots that your pass by during your long-distance journey.                                                                      
To avoid folding and unfolding the journey map, again and again, use your smart phone for real-time navigation.

Don’t forget to take some selfies and photos at each tourist spot-covering historic monuments, historic road, hills, etc.

Always keep a pair of binoculars in the front pocket of your backpack, they are handy to see what’s ahead and to do bird watching to nature watching, do whatever you love.

If you wear spectacles, take a spare pair of glasses along with you. In case you misplace them or broke them.

Some basic tips when going on safari

Are you going for a trip to safari, this vacation with family?   If, yes you have to read this article and make a note of some important  tips before leaving your home sweet home, otherwise your holidays will become messy and a thing to forget.

 Travel insurance for you and your family

It is highly recommended by many travel experts that take travel insurance immediately after deciding on a vacation plan. By having travel insurance you and your family are covered for any mishappenings like injury, emergency, illness, etc. Yes, it is good to positive, but we should also be prepared for the worst to handle the worst with ease. You should choose a policy that covers cancellation, illness, and emergency and hospital treatments. Lastly, make sure to take travel insurance phone number and your policy details with you in your language bag.

Personal safety

The personal security and safety is a matter of great concern and discussion and these cannot be overlooked in your holiday plans.

Don’t large sum of cash (credit, Atm and debit cards)

Cash which is necessary should be safely carried in your inner jeans or trouser pant, and not in your fancy bags.

Keep a keen eye on all on your travel while walking through a crowded street or any famous tourist spot.

Keep some local currency in hand

It is advisable that carry some regional currency for any emergency. You find that there is little use of local currency (as bills are mostly paid through credit cards), but it is good to have some for roadside shopping.

Be careful with your credit cards details

Be carefully and watchful when sharing your credit cards details. It is unfortunate that any thief with a technical mind can get your credit card number and use it without your knowledge


Other general tips

Don’t roam alone in evening

Leave all your jewelry at home

Valuables such as expensive cameras, mobile phones, laptops and other electronic goods should be kept safely and hidden.