Travel and Leisure

Travelling out of the country seems to be fun and exciting. However, the hurdles that accompanied our thrill is unexpected. It starts with the Immigration at the airport and the Embassy where we are scrutinized thoroughly for the purpose of our visit to a certain country. With my experience, I was almost left in the Immigration. I was held in the Embassy for almost 2 hours. They were very critical when it comes to tourists….

School holidays roll around four times a year and each time you want to keep your kids entertained and once in a while treat them to something really special. Well here today, I’m presenting the ultimate school holiday treat for the whole family! Often, family travel focuses on a destination suitable for children but can be a bit of a drag for the parents. East Africa is NOT such a destination – it offers plenty…

Bhimashankar is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Shiva. In this age of the internet and omnipresent Wikipedia/Google, getting general information about Jyotirlingas and the concomitant legends is an easy task. It’s the same hackneyed information churned out by others. What matters most is the perspective of a visitor or a devotee who has seen and imbibed the (divine) spirit first hand. And that makes the difference and takes away the cherry. Lord Shiva is…

THE NECESSITY OF TRAVEL ACCESSORIES Being planned for travelling is essential. If you forget one important thing, your trip could be ruined. Travel accessories are necessary for on-the-go problems that could pop up at any place and at any time. Essentials need to be packed along with necessary gadgets and exchange money to ensure that you are set for a trip abroad or a local one. Some essential travel accessories to be taken for travelling…

Travelling is enjoyed by almost everybody as everyone likes to see new places and visit new locations. However, traveling also takes up a lot of preparation and arrangement which can be hectic at certain times. After all, one does not want to be stranded in a new place without the needed requirements and amenities. This is why one should buy a certain number of travel accessories which can help one survive in any kind of…

France is the undisputed leader in international visitors, totaling upwards of 84 million a year. This surpasses the US, with around 75 million, and far outpaces Britain with around 32 million. What are some of the reasons France is on so many travelers’ bucket lists? And which of these reasons might inspire you to follow suit? As a start, consider these three motivations for taking a trip to France. Reason #1: Cultural Discovery A trip…

Unlike in the past, today people with disabilities have been recognized, and are less discriminated against. In many countries there are legislations that protect them and make their life a little easier. Also many public buildings have been designed or renovated in order to accommodate people with disabilities. With all these improvements, people with disabilities are now able to travel for vacation or a business trip to places far away from their home. However, with…

Thuparamaya: The Oldest Stupa of Sri Lanka Have you ever wondered which the oldest Stupa in Sri Lanka is? Constructed in the reign of king Devamnampiyatissa, Thuparamaya is the first Stupa to be erected in 250BC-210BC in the watch of Mahinda who was an envoy sent to Sri Lanka by the Indian King Ashoka. It was Mahinda and Sangamiththa, son and daughter of King Ashoka, who brought Buddhism to Sri Lanka. Mahinda brought Buddha’s collar…