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Discover the best of nature at destinations, which come with no visa hassles

Thu, 17 May 2012 02:34:20 GMT

Make the most of the time left on hand this holiday season — Go, kiss a dolphin in Fiji, shake a leg with the Sega dancers in Mauritius.

Enjoy a family holiday at Ranthambore, Darjeeling, Assam & Mysore

Thu, 17 May 2012 02:30:03 GMT

Cool your heels with your family in Ranthambore in the North-West ; Darjeeling in the East; Assam in the North-East and Mysore in the South

Quick getaway: Matheran and Chiliyanaula, an ideal weekend destination

Thu, 17 May 2012 02:03:09 GMT

Matheran is a great choice for a weekend away from the city. Around 60kms from Mumbai, enjoy India’s only pollution-free zone.

Skincare during vacations: Expert tips

Thu, 17 May 2012 01:56:56 GMT

Your travel kit should carry basic skin care items like a good cleanser, suitable for your skin type.

Spring a break: Last-minute family vacations with no visa hassles are possible

Thu, 17 May 2012 01:47:54 GMT

Summer breaks are fast coming to an end and schools are soon to reopen. Perhaps there hasn’t been enough time to plan a family vacation.

Welcome to king's land at Orcha, Madhya Pradesh

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:55:47 GMT

A visit to the serene and soothing town of Orcha, near Jhansi, can be a great retreat for all those who seek peace.

Dream Vacation: Backwaters of Kerala

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:53:09 GMT

Surreal and divine, the magnificence of the backwaters of Kerala can leave one awestruck.

Beauty is locked at Havelock Islands in Andamans

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:50:23 GMT

A trip to Havelock Islands, hidden in the azures of Andamans, leaves you spellbound amid its natural wonders and sea-scapes.

Tips you should keep in mind while travelling

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:48:41 GMT

Stay in a room near a stairwell. Never take the elevator if fire or smoke is detected. Always stay in a hotel where doors enter the hallway and not from the outside.

Shoghi: A paradise unplugged

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:46:41 GMT

Tired of the maddening city crowd, ET Travel takes the road to the virgin hill station called Shoghi, near Shimla.

Travelling to Netherlands: The Dutch experience

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:40:07 GMT

Netherlands, a country that has shaped its own environment is a truly scenic, cosmopolitan destination. It is a treat for the aesthetics.

Kochi: History & culture are as alluring as its natural beauty

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:41:07 GMT

If you are a traveler who lives to satiate his hunger for travels, then fly, walk to just sail, to the beautiful land of Kochi.

Spirituality or Adventure: Kaudiyala, the devbhoomi of Uttarakhand is a land of wonders

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:39:14 GMT

Purity of the Ganges, unmatched beauty and unfolding adventure at every step and level sets one’s pulse racing.

A weekend with the cool blue hues, serene environment is everyone's dream

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:32:32 GMT

Its time to dig your toes deep, deep into holiday spirit. The two days of the weekend arrive only after a week long of torture.

Ladakh's spectacular natural beauty is an exotic destination for once-in-a-lifetime experience

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:24:28 GMT

Being the largest city of Ladakh, Leh enjoys the maximum tourism. It not links one of the sleepy hamlets and valleys of the district.

Macau: A perfect blend of East meets West

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 23:43:17 GMT

Macau in one line is the pulsating hub where Hong Kong goes to party! So when do you have your party lined up?

World events to look out for

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 02:04:04 GMT

For a month or so in midsummer, the sun never sets in St Petersburg, dubbed the White Nights, or Beliye Nochi. As an eerie half-light bathes the streets all night the city puts on firework displays and all-night parties.

A slew of rare opportunities, which promise extraordinary lifetime experiences

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 01:54:37 GMT

Make your own list of destinations you aspire to visit and adventure activities you want to try your hand at. ET-Travel suggests a slew of rare opportunities.

Travel smart: How much cash one should carry and in what form

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 01:54:10 GMT

One of the biggest dilemmas while planning a trip is deciding how much cash to carry along and in what form. Here are a few easy ways ahead:

Holidays Ahoy! Find exotic beach getaways for your family this summer

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 01:23:41 GMT

Family fun gets doubled when beaches are neither crowded nor too desolate. The Providenciales has lovely stretches at Taylor Bay and Grace Bay.

Dholavira: A magnificent reminder of ancient civilisation

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 23:52:45 GMT

Perched on a landlocked island, Dholavira is a magnificent reminder of the ancient civilisation that flourished millennia ago in India.

Chillies in Bhutanese food are a perfect counterpoint to the country's cool, wooded terrain

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 01:54:32 GMT

With its mountainous terrain and forests, Bhutan has a wealth of delectable mushrooms and they are used liberally in many dishes in combination with meats or vegetables.

Ancient city of Bath had plenty to offer on both counts! History and health

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 01:42:59 GMT

The city's compactness and striking architecture - Roman baths and sweeping Georgian terraces - combine to produce one of the most elegant sights in Europe.

Sounds of silence at Buddhist sites in Odisha, Ratnagiri-Udayagiri-Lalitgiri

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 01:33:35 GMT

Ratnagiri is 70 km north-east of Cuttack in Jajpur, just like Udayagiri, and Lalitgiri is a part of Cuttack.

Feel rejuvenated by serene and verdant vistas around Chiplun in Sahyadri mountains

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 01:31:00 GMT

Chiplun is almost equidistant (around 250 km) from both Mumbai and Pune and is connected by the Konkan Railway.