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  Most people buy travel insurance because they know it’s important, but few actually understand how to use it when they need it most. It is more than a piece of paper tucked into your bag. It is a safety net, a resource, and a guide through situations that can quickly become overwhelming far from home. Knowing how to use travel insurance properly can make all the difference between a stressful experience and one you manage with calm and confidence. Understanding What You Are Covered For Before you ever step on the plane, open your policy and read it carefully. Each provider offers different types of coverage, and what applies in one policy may not apply in another. Common inclusions are medical emergencies, trip cancellations, lost luggage, and flight delays. Some policies go further, covering adventure sports, car hire issues, or emergency evacuation. The trick is to know exactly what is covered and what is excluded. If you already have health insurance that covers overseas tr...

In recent years, India has become a popular travel destination for tourists and backpackers alike, offering visitors the chance to explore its rich and diverse culture, history, and natural beauty. With an abundance of attractions to explore, India has become a bucket list destination for many travellers. Yet with its vibrant culture, comes some inherent risks that travellers must be aware of, particularly for women traveling alone. This article will explore the advantages and disadvantages of women traveling to India solo, and argue that despite the potential risks, there are enough precautions that women can take to enjoy a safe and rewarding experience.  Argument for Traveling to India Alone There are numerous advantages for women to travel to India alone, the most prominent of which is the ability to experience the country at one’s own pace. As international traveller and writer, Jennifer Boyer, states, “Going to India solo allows you to control your itinerary, decide how m...

A popular beach destination, the Party Capital of India and a paradise to unwind– Goa is all of that and more. Regular tourists who visit Goa frequently go to the famous places like – the Baga Beach, Tito’s Bar, Calangute, Vagator, Anjuna, Fort Aquada and others. But if you are riveted by lesser known places then Goa has a lot more to offer. There are several hidden places in South Goa which are isolated and are visited by just few. South Goa offers you the quiet and calmer side of Goa. Goa is a must place if you like beach holidays. With Goa, you can combine a beach holiday at the same time you can have all the fun of India has to offer like great food, shopping bazaars, bars and great night clubs on the beach. Here are few must explore hidden places of South Goa for you! Agonda Beach Agonda Beach is no less of a paradise, and it is also one of the secret beaches in South Goa. The Cabo de Rama Fort is a major attraction close to the beach. Sprawling over a stretch of three kilom...

A long strip of beach that runs till the eyes can see, pristine blue water lapping over the soft and gentle sand and receding back into the mighty Arabian Sea, a spread of green laid out in all its glory to admire and behold – this is the beauty of Karwar . Located in the Uttara Kannada district of the state of Karnataka , around 15 kilometres south of the Karnataka-Goa border, Karwar serves as an ideal vacation spot for adventurers, honeymooners and families alike. Karwar is famously known for its exquisite beaches, picturesque scenic landscapes, blooming flora and vast green hills – all these round up the beauty that Karwar has to offer to its tourists. Regarded as the most popular tourist destination in the Uttara Kannada district, the city attracts a huge number of visitors from all over the country. Karwar is also regarded as the city that inspired the laureate Rabindranath Tagore to author Prakritir Pratishodh. The captivating beauty that instils romance into the air, it is in h...

Without a few summer picnics, summer would be just another boring and dangerous season, best spent indoors. Early morning or evening picnics can make your summer holidays fun and interesting. You may plan a picnic with your family or with a group of friends on a motorbike or in your personal cars. While you are doing so, make sure you check this list of picnic essentials to help you with organising your open-air joyride and making sure it is free from troubles. Choose a Beautiful Spot Start by finding a picturesque spot for your picnic and consider half your work done. You should focus on choosing a place that has greenery, is relaxing and offers a view. It could be a local park, a spot by the beach or even your garden. You should check if the location is easily accessible and if it can accommodate the size of the group. Pack a Picnic Basket Imagine a picnic without good food. Hence, you need to carefully pack a picnic basket beforehand. You should be packing essential items like tumb...

Choosing a country for traveling with children is not an easy mission? Top countries to choose from – Expert recommendations! Top 5 Best Countries for Traveling with Children When choosing a country for traveling with a child, many factors need to be considered. Among the most important criteria to take into consideration is the flight duration, climate, beach quality, cleanliness of the sea, infrastructure, level of medical care, etc. Therefore, before purchasing tickets to a specific place, it is necessary to do profound research on whether the place meets all the above criteria. Of course, checking on 80 easy research paper topics may seem complicated to you, but choosing a perfect country for traveling with children is by far more difficult. In this post, we will provide you with the rating of the TOP-5 most suited countries for traveling with a child. Cyprus The sun shines almost all 365 days a year in Cyprus, which is definitely a good bonus. The country is also known for friend...

Beads of perspiration form on your forehead as you reach out for a glass of water; the whirring of the fan above you brings along with it, just a tad bit of frustration. Summers are lovely. It is sunny, and everything is bright. But, as summer progresses, it can get humid and hot in most parts of India. Do you sometimes wish that summer didn’t exist altogether? Do you long to run away to some chilly hill station or paradise island to beat the heat that summer brings along? What if you could enjoy some cool breeze blow through your hair? Well, this doesn’t have to be a dream any longer. There are many attractions that you can visit this summer. You may pick from Kerala tour packages , or head to Goa, or plan a trip to the beautiful Kashmir! Think no more! Simply pack your bags and head out for fun filled vacation and beat the heat with our easy-peasy tips that will keep you cool as a cucumber through the sweltering heat of summer. Book a Beach Resort There is no better way to escape the...

Must Visit Places for Backpackers in 2017 “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one’s lifetime.” This excerpt from Mark Twain’s book “The Innocent Aboard”, truly expresses the magnitude of vigour travel brings in our lives. Travelling is awakening, travel is educating, travel is revealing. For a country, as diverse and vibrant as India , you don’t really need a stamp on your passport to experience multi-faceted shades of travelling. Each state and region is unique that adds to your understanding of the world around you. One great way to encounter rustic familiarity is by treading on a back-packing trip. Back packing is an excellent way to explore local culture and tradition of a place. These experiences not only help you build happy memories but also help you to grow. So, if you have...

Traveling the world to photograph mysterious and beautiful places is a fun, rewarding, and creatively stimulating endeavor that anyone with a camera—or even a smartphone—can embark on. But whether you are a travel photographer by profession or simply a passionate hobbyist who enjoys traveling and taking pictures, it is important to bring the right gear to ensure that you are prepared to photograph any given scene or situation with ease. The right gear, of course, will depend on where you are going. If you have always wanted to capture the majestic beauty of India’s mysterious ancient temples, sweeping panoramic landscapes, and colorfully chaotic city streets, make sure to arm yourself with some knowledge (such as these basic tips for photographing India ) and an arsenal of essential photography gear: DSLR Camera Let’s start with the most obvious one on this list: you are going to need a good camera. If you want to take ultra-sharp, correctly exposed, and properly focused images under a...

Have you been to the iconic Garden City yet? If not, pack your bags for this amazing place and set foot in one of the most welcoming cities in the country. There are literally countless things to do and places to see in Bangalore, this is the city that never disappoints. Whether you seek peace and calm on your next trip or want to indulge yourself in happening parties, Bangalore is the place to be. A quiet retreat from the scorching summers and the harsh winters, the weather here is just perfect for you, so perfect that you might as well want to move here! Here is a list of must visit places in Bangalore: Bangalore Palace- If you want to go do some sight-seeing and dig deep into the history of the former rulers, Bangalore Palace is a must visit. The Wadiyar family history can now be experienced using audio tours which come in a host of languages. Walk through the long halls be mesmerized as you look at the stunning artwork on the sumptuous walls of this palace. National Gallery of Mod...

Away from the mundane daily life, a foreign vacation comes as a welcome break. It is also the time to strengthen the bond between family members and discover new things. For instance, a husband discovers the inclination of his wife towards adventurous activities, like bungee jumping, scuba diving, etc. Little wonders, every family member looks forward to going out on a holiday for creating memorable moments. Increase in number of Indians travelling abroad Indians love to travel overseas. Over the last five years, the number of people travelling abroad has witnessed a rise of about 10.7%. As per the estimates of World Bank, Indians spent around Rs 91,593 crore overseas in 2013 as compared to Rs 70,746 crore in 2007. Besides Singapore and Thailand, some of the new destinations which have caught the fancy of Indians are Seychelles, Maldives, Oman and Vietnam. Besides this, there has been a rise in the number of solo women travelling overseas. Dismal state of Travel insurance While the nu...