Families should vacation together to spend time together and create great memories to reminisce later. Vacations can now be planned down to the last detail online itself. The options of places to visit, tour packages, and travel modes can be tailored to suit everybody needs. So just pack up and go! You will discover new places and reconnect with your loved ones! There are many fabulous destinations to travel along with your family.

Srinagar: It is really a paradise on earth with beautiful scenery great weather. You can take lovely long rides on the Dal lake, loll about in green gardens like Nishat bhagh, Chasme Shahi ,Shalimar bagh and just chill.

Rajasthan: The very name conjures images of desolate landscape with beautiful vibrantly dressed people. It is filled with forts and palaces to explore. You will be transported to the past by travelling on camel back and bullock carts! Pink city jaipur is fabled and lives up to its name. You can visit Ranthambore National park, Jaisalmer, jothpur,pushkar and Udaipur. You can show your children the tigers and animals living in their natural habitat. Just click away pictures and showoff!

If you want to reconnect to your soul and enjoy the spiritual peace, Ladakh is a stunning destination to visit. Visit Buddhist monasteries ,those with an adventurous spirit can try out activities like mountain biking trekking jeep safari mountaineering etc places of interest are Leh palace, Spituk Monastery Nubra valley etc. Shimla is the one of the best hill station destinations to visit with your family.

While we are on the topic of hill stations, another beautiful destination worthy of mention is Manali, which is in Himalayas. Just live it up with blood soaring activities like river rafting, trekking and skiing. To pacify the older family members there are four temples Hidimba Devi Temple, Manu Temple and Vashisth temple.

Nainital is an excellent choice if you are interested in a rustic setting with a peaceful village life. It is a comfortable warm setting with natural surroundings.

In south India Munnar is an excellent choice. The very drive through green tea gardens and low lying clouds makes you feel as if you are in heaven. Anamudi peak (elephant peak) is truly spectacular sight .You can rent cycles and take a leisurely ride to soak in the atmosphere and don’t forget to visit tea factory and buy some.

Kodaikanal Ooty and Coorg are again beautiful hill stations to visit in south India. Each hill station is filled with various activities to keep your entire family totally engrossed. Places of interest in Ooty would be a Doddabeta peak, pykara falls and botanical gardens. On the drive up you can also visit Coonoor which has many beautiful places. Coorg is famous for its coffee plantations and lush environment. Elephant Park and animal sightings are an attraction here. Kodai lake is world famous and boating is a famous activity here. All these hill stations are easily approachable and well connected to nearby stations where you can either fly down to or travel by train.

Minnesota has something for everybody be it museums, first class theaters, pristine lakes, untouched forests, resorts or scenic drives. You can explore this beautiful place with your family and have a fantastic vacation with endless things to do.

The Mall of America that is located on the outskirts of St Paul is one of the largest malls in the US. It houses more than a hundred shops, the largest indoor entertainment park, a butterfly garden and a dozen restaurants. It also has an aquarium that is home to more than ten thousand sea creatures.

North of Duluth is the North Shore state parks. The north shore drive follows the north shore of Lake Superior from Duluth to Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. There are many attractions along this breathtaking route, that includes Split Rock Lighthouse State Park, waterfalls,forest trails and Lake Superior. The Split Rock Lighthouse State Park has the best picturesque views of the north shore with 130 foot cliff high historic lighthouse.

Grand Marais is located at the northeastern tip of the state along Lake Superior. You can take a picnic and hike to the Artists Point that juts out into the middle of the lake or trek further on the Gunflint Trail. They have a number of local festivals like Dragon Boat festival and the Fisherman’s Picnic. The whole town is filled with enthusiasm and carnival with musicals, tennis tournaments, log rolling, loon calling contests are all celebrated here.

Jeffers Petroglyphs historic site dates back to thousands of years. It has a series of mysterious carvings into the smooth Red Rock Ridge. There are other illustrations like bears, dragonflies, shamans, thunderbirds and many more. There are also many activities and flora and fauna in the prairie.

Wabasha is located on the Mississippi and is famous for its eagle population. At the National Eagle Center you can see eagles up close. There are educational programs about eagles. You could also spot eagles in the open during winters. Eagles migrate from the the northern zones to this place is search of food.

Itasca State Park is located north of Park Rapids. Many visitors throng here to walk the Mississippi headwaters. This park has the massive Mississippi river flowing along the forest which has pines, Lake Itasca and miles of hiking trails.

Mill City Museum houses the largest mill in the world, the Washburn A. Mill that can ground enough flour in a day to make 12 million loaves of bread. This museum gives a floor by floor tour about the procedures followed in a grinding flour in a beautiful glass elevator.

International wolf center in Ely is a research center about wolves. All kinds of information about wolves like how they hunt, communicate and play are all exhibited here. You could also explore the unspoiled landscape.

Duluth’s Aerial Lift Bridge rises at a massive height under which skyscraper size ships can travel between Lake Superior and Duluth Harbor. It has a huge gondola that carries more than 60 tons of traffic.

At the northeastern tip of Minnesota is the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness that is a backpacker’s paradise. It is located along the boundary between the US and Canada and is an awesome place for backcountry canoe, kayaking trips, as well as fishing.

Bandra is a suburb located in West Mumbai known for its shopping, night life, famous eateries, high class residential layouts and a view of the Arabian Sea. It is also known as ‘Queen of Suburbs’. Bandra cannot be missed in your to-visit list during your stay in Mumbai.

The famous Bandstand has a panoramic view of the Arabian sea with rocks studded on the shore. Watching the sunset and a leisurely walk in the evenings or mornings are refreshing here. Also called the lovers’ point, named so aptly because of the young crowd who throng here for some lonely time. The number of eating stalls are plenty and in variety. The corn stalls, the coffee shops by the shore are very inviting. You could also head to the Bandra fort from where you can have a look at the Bandra-Worli Sea Link.

The Linking road is a heaven for shoppers with its innumerable shops for jewelry, accessories, footwear, clothes, bags at economical price. You can also get designer stuff at a very affordable cost here. Just that you would need to know how to bargain. If you are brand or designer conscious, not to worry, as there are many high end stores around Bandra where you can drop in for some exclusive stuff.

The Mount Mary Church is situated near Bandstand and is one of he famous churches in Mumbai. This Roman Catholic Church has a beautiful Mary statue. This is situated on a hill top which overlooks the Arabian Sea. A week long Bandra fair here attracts a lot of tourists and local people during the month of September. Bandra also has some old churches like St Andrew’s, St Anne’s, St Theresas which has remarkable interiors. A large Christian community resides here hence you can find churches in every nook and corner.

Mumbai being famous for Bollywood, has a Bollywood Walk of Fame for the movie crazy crowd. It is located at the Bandra’s Bandstand and has hand impressions of many Bollywood’s biggest stars. It also boasts of some life size statues of Bollywood legends. This is something similar to the Hollywood counterpart.

Bandra houses a lot of famous Bollywood movie stars. You can find quiet lanes in Bandra which has old residential buildings where people from all community and religion reside. These lanes boasts of huge paintings of Bollywood celebrities on the walls of these buildings. Walking these colorful and bright lanes takes you to the fairy land of hindi cinema.

Bandra has some of the best and famous eateries with a myriad of variety. Theobroma is located across the Linking Road and best known for its burgers, cakes and cupcakes. There are infinite famous bakeries here known for its delicious baked food. Food is available at any budget here but the taste is never compromised.

Al Ain is a slow paced city but that does not deter it from being one of the best vacation spots in the Emirates region. It is also called the Garden city for its lush greenery and fresh air to breathe. Al Ain has a rich heritage and is well known for exhibiting its local culture. It has a plenty of diverse activities to do for the tourists.

Al Ain Zoo is a favorite among the kids. All kids enjoy watching animals, feeding them and petting them. All of this is possible in Al Ain Zoo. The zoo has all kinds of animals like giraffes, zebras, rhinoceroses, white lions of Sambona, mongoose, penguin, Arabian antelope and Oryx.

Wadi Adventure park which is built in UAE style is the longest man made white water channels in the world with three different levels of intensity. It also has a man made surfing pool. Other activities like kayaking, climbing wall, high rope course, zip line and falling swing are all available here.

Al Ain is overlooked by the rough and craggy Jebel Hafeet mountain range. Traversing the roads of this range to the summit is absolutely stunning for its panoramic views. From the top you get a beautiful view of Al Ain city. At the foot of Jebel Hafeet is a large park Green Mubazarrah. This is a perfect family picnic spot with streams, lakes, playground and hot water springs.

Hili Fun City is one of the first theme park in Gulf area. It is a perfect family entertainer which boasts of entertainment for all age groups. A family show amphitheater, play areas, roller coasters, safari car ride and so many more fun things are present to entertain you.

Al Ain Palace Museum also called as Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum is the home of Sheikh Zayed who became the first president on United Arab Emirates. The interiors in the palace are spectacular and displays the high class life style of the royals. It also has interesting collection of Bedouin jewelery, musical instruments, weapons, and a reconstruction of a traditional majlis.

Al Jahili Fort is one of the most historic places in UAE. It was erected to defend the city and protect its precious palm groves. It is located amongst beautiful gardens which is a major visitor’s attraction. This fort currently houses a permanent exhibition of the work of British adventurer Sir Wilfred Thesiger.

Al Ain camel market is the place where you can have a closer look at camels. You can see camels of different types and sizes. You can also see the traders discussing the price and merits of their animals that is so much a part of Al Ain culture. This is a good opportunity for photography.

Hili Archaeological Park is present amidst the oasis of Al Ain. An important historical place where finds dating back to Bronze and Iron ages where found. It is surrounded by palm tree oasis.

Alibaug, a beach paradise is a coastal town located in the Konkan region. When it comes for a perfect vacation the first thing we all would head to is a beach and relax in the calm waters. The number of beaches in Alibaug town are many that you can beach hop and have a fabulous time.

The Alibaug beach is spread over 3 to 4 kilometers to the west and is one of the famous beaches. The road to this beach from the main town portrays some important land marks like the market, Zilla parishad building, town library etc. From the beach you can have a beautiful sight of the Kolaba fort. The Alibaug beach has the blackest sand deposits. This beach has the purest fresh air that one can enjoy breathing. A walk along the shore is a perfect relaxation. The many eatables available here adds to the zest. Many sports like horse rides, banana ride, bumper boats, jet ski makes the beach more inviting.

Varsoli beach is located on the outskirts of Alibaug. Since this is located a little further away from the main town it is less crowded and very peaceful. The numerous coconut and casuarina trees decorate the shores of this beach making it a beauty to adore.

Kihim beach is located about 12 kilometers from Alibaug and lies north to the city. It is a serene beach adjacent to the thick line of greenery that is pleasing to the eyes. The endless coconut trees, cypress gardens, palm trees along the Kihim beach is a perfect photographic view.

Nagaon beach is located about 7 kilometers from Alibaug in the Riagad district. The beach is known for its cypress groves, suru trees, clean warm sand and pristine water. There are water sports like jet skiing, kayaking, banana ride, boat ride.

Mandwa beach is approximately 20 kilometers from Alibaug town. This beach is close to the Gateway of India. There are ferries available from Gateway to reach Mandwa jetty. You could view the Mumbai skyline from this beach. The Mandwa village has dense jungle of coconut trees.

Aakshi beach is 5 kilometers from Alibaug. This a white sand beach that is frequented by many tourists. A variety of birds flock here throughout the year that is one of the major attractions. It is ideal for swimming as it has clean water. The cypress groves, coconut trees, the quiet atmosphere is a perfect get away from the busy city life.

Kashid beach is another famous beach which is 32 kilometers from Alibaug. The beach has pure white sand that is clean and beautiful. You would not really have to go to Goa if you visit Kashid beach. The beach resorts here are a big attraction for the visitors.

Murud beach is famous for its clear blue water and silvery white sand. It is surrounded by mountains on all threes sides. The view of sunset from here is fabulous. Other major attractions here are the cypress grove, Palace of Nawab, Nawab’s buildings, the Arabian sea, beach resorts.

Interlaken is a resort town in Bernese Oberland in Switzerland situated between lakes Thun and Brienz and alongside the Aare river that flows between these two lakes. It is one of the most famous international destinations. The presence of it in the Alps makes it a heavenly place to visit and is the main get away to mountains and lakes of this region. Interlaken is an exotic place for all kind of tourists who love adventure and the ones who admire nature. The list of things one can do in Interlaken is exhaustive both in summer and winter seasons. We will see some of the most important places to visit and the things to do here.
For the best Alps view in Switzerland, you can take aday trip from Lucerne. While riding the rack railway you can get a magnificentview of beautiful landscape of Mts.Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau sprinkled with small villages. A train trip to the Jungfraujoch station is totally an unforgettable experience. The train ride through the Alps is so overwhelming and the walk through the palace of ice is equally good. The Giessbach falls, which falls from a tremendous height creates a beautiful scene when it joins the tranquil waters of Lake Brienz. You can go to terrace of Grand Hotel Giessbach to get this splendid view. A riverside walk on the path running beside the river Aare on a warm day to get away from the busy crowd is very refreshing. Harder Klum is the center point for wonderful views of Brienz and Thun Lakes and the entire the Jungfrau region. Interlaken Castle has its setting in a beautiful location with gardens at the entrance and mountains at the backdrop. This castle features the Tin Figure Exhibition. Hoheweg is the main street in Interlaken that stretches from central square to the east. This street has many hotels, restaurants, cafes, shops. You can take a stroll along this street and keep yourself entertained. Hoheweg is the shopping and entertainment centre. You could also get fantastic views of the Jungfrau mountains from here. Hohematte is a meadow present in the middle of Interlaken. Views of mountains from here are stunning and this place is filled with splendid flowers and holds many sporting activities like paragliding. The casino Kursaal is built in a very beautiful location amidst eye soothing gardens, fountains and magnificent mountains at the backdrop. It is definitely worth a visit to view this splendid scenery even if you do not intend to gamble at the casino. Unterseen is a historic place with wooden buildings and has countryside charm. This place is slow paced with peaceful hotels and restaurants serving Swiss food. There are cruise trips on Lake Thun or Lake Brienz which have special themes with entertainment that you can enjoy. You could either take a half day trip or a full day as per what you would like see. Lake Thun has churches, fortresses, farmhouses and castles. Lake Brienz has pristine water and a beautiful setting that is surrounded by mountains and waterfall. Many adventurous activities like canoeing, rafting, paragliding, parasailing, skiing, hiking, hang gliding, sledging are prevalent here for all age groups.

With a zillion things to do and see in Interlaken surely you would have a memorable trip.

A wedding is a celebration of sorts with traditions and customs, undoubtedly beautiful but terribly tiring as well. Particularly the fact that so little time is spent with your spouse planning for the wedding is flustering. The whole procedure can be emotionally, mentally and physically taxing. The ideal time to unwind and have a fantastic time with your partner is to go on a honeymoon and get to know him/her better.

The perfect setting for the flawless honeymoon is the right combination of peace, privacy and scenic beauty. This and more defines Hawaii, a land where romance is at every corner. It has the quintessential balance of serenity, solitude and picture perfect landscape that can awe every visitor. Honeymoons take place here in many forms from cottage rentals and resorts to elaborate luxury cruises. Given below is the list of the best places to enjoy your honeymoon.

The Four Seasons Resort Hualali

This resort is the best in Hawaii for a romantic getaway. There are outdoor showers, private lanais and not to mention several secluded atmospheric rooms to enjoy some alone time with your partner. Romance packages at the Four Seasons include couples spa treatment, breakfast in bed, portrait photography session and wine, of course.

NOTE- Check out the adventure sports and outdoor activities like snorkelling with an underwater scooter, paddle boarding and outrigger canoeing.

The Fairmont Orchid

The scenic beauty of the Fairmont Orchid is spellbinding. With over 32 acres of perfectly manicured grass along the great pacific, this resort offers the best view. You can lounge in a hale which overlooks the waterfalls and a koi pond. There is also the facility to get a outdoor Waterfall Massage by an expert masseur.

NOTE- This resort has a 10,000 square foot swimming pool, 10 tennis courts and 2 championship golf courses and a lagoon as well. Make the most of it!

Ko’a Kea

This one is for the nature lovers. Quietly tucked in the Poipu Beach, this resort has special rooms just for couples. Each room is equipped with dual showerheads and feature lanais, most of them with outstanding views.

NOTE- They offer a rental car to explore the island. Also they provide a charming dinner at The Red Salt, Kaui’s best hotel.

Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa:

Among the leading honeymoon resorts of Hawaii, The Hyatt Regency Resort is everything exotic you can think of. It has African penguins in the lobby, a sensuous spa treatment and stargazing sessions on the rooftop scopes which are powerful enough to see Saturn’s rings. Its honeymoon package consists of a culinary class with the chef, rental cars and on-property luau.

NOTE- You can snorkel in the West Maui coast, dive into the waterfall fed pools, learn to make floral lei and even learn to hula.

Un-Cruise Adventurers

This company offers 7 day cruises between the months of November and April. The highlight about the cruise is that not more than 36 people are allowed on the Hawaiian cruise aboard the outsized yacht. The Kailua-Kona coasts of Hawaii and Maui, Molokai and Lanai are covered during the cruise bringing you in close quarters with the marine life.

NOTE- Several kayaks, snorkel equipment and paddle boats are available on board in case you are in the mood to indulge in water sports. The fare of the cruise includes a complimentary massage as well.

The month December is the season of festivities and fun. The most welcomed break from our routine, at the end of the year with Christmas and New Year just around the corner. It is the time with family and friends. Some like to spend this precious quality time at home and some like to have an exciting vacation. For those looking for a vacation here are few places you should not miss during this fabulous December month.

To start with, one of the best places to travel in December would be Goa. Goa is the land of beaches and shores. With its beautiful, vast seas and pristine water, Goa is one of the best destinations in India for the Christmas and New Year’s Eve. The famous Sunburn festival happens here during December which is the Asia’s largest music festival. Sunburn is an electronic dance music festival that is held in the beach with multiple stages with artists playing simultaneously. You can welcome the New Year in a party style here.

To beat the winter chill you can escape to Rio de Janerio. The mighty Copacabana beach has the best party for New Year in Rio. Many pack their bags to this party crazy destination. If you want to stay away from the crowd, there are serene beaches to spend some time for yourself or the enchanting firework display to keep you entertained.

Australia, famous for its Sydney Opera House looks spectacular during the Christmas season. There are some stunning fireworks display across the Sydney Harbour Bridge during the New Year’s Eve which can not be missed no matter where you are in the city. For the foodies you can hop to Tasmania which has Taste Festival. There is also Woodford Folk festival in Queensland which is the Australia’s biggest cultural festival.

Cruising around Hawaii and Mexico is fantastic during December. It is the best family vacation one can look forward to. The weather is excellent around this time of the year. To add to it the Christmas glitter and pomp is a big bonus for all and there are many things to do in a cruise. Spending time in Cancun, Mexico in a beautiful resort is very relaxing with a very nice weather. They have white sand beaches that are a visual treat.

Phuket in Thailand has the most popular regatta during December to celebrate the King of Thailand’s birthday. It is an island with many beach towns, each of these being unique in its own way. If you travel a little further you can go to the best diving destination, Similan Islands. This place is mostly done with rains by December and has clear skies and calm seas and is very inviting for the adventurous divers.

If you want to ski in the snow then head to Colorado. Some of the best ski resorts are present in Colorado which has powder snow. By December it would get sufficient snow for skiing. You can go to Vail, Squaw Valley or Jackson Hole. Also there are breathtaking hot springs in Glenwood Springs.

Last but not the least and if you do not mind the chillness, getaway to New York. With the Christmas and New Year in the season, the whole city is brightly decked up with exquisite lights and decorations. The ice skating in Rockefeller Center is a must during this season.