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• A professional travel writer or someone with a travel writing background
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Indoflights.com has been launced to provide customers with a comparison of prices offered across various Indian internet travel portals as well as prices offered by the various airlines as well.

Harshad Thakkar of Indoflights.com stated, "I think the future of travel industry is online and with the number of travel portals launched in India, it is becoming increasingly difficult for a traveler to visit each and every travel portal and airline site to check the best deal for a given travel itinerary. Indoflights.com serves this need for the traveler. It is a fast easy way of finding the best possible fares for a given travel itinerary. Indoflights.com does not book the tickets and directs you the appropriate travel site to do the booking."

Creators of the site are also working to expand the tool chest available to visitors. Thakkar added "Over time we will be adding hotels and car rentals also," he said.

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So once you get to India, where do you go from there? With so much to see and do over vast distances, the extensive domestic air network within India is a great way to save time and make sure you hit all the destinations on your itinerary. From the check-in counter, to in-flight dining, to customer service ratings, we've got you covered. About.com's popular and informative Directory of Indian Domestic Airlines has been updated to include more guide reviews of the airlines themselves giving you a snapshot of India's airlines from firsthand knowledge. Happy flying!

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You may want to take the family to the beach, but where's the best place to go? You casn choose from kayaking, fishing, aquariums, and of course splashing down in some of the coolest hotspots in India. Here is a list of the Top Family Beaches of India with water and nonaquatic activities to satisfy family members of every age.

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Handling your money is vital to any travel excursion. Now there are international banks such as HSBC throughout India to help travelers utilize their accounts from overseas. There are reputable Indian banks such as ICICI and State Bank of India to make the financial parts of your journey a smoother trip. Here are some quick information tips to give you a background on how to handle your money while in India.

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Although highway modernization is underway nationwide, tourists may find that motorways are bumpy in India on the whole Options include state transport (ST) public bus, hired coaches, or long distance taxis; rental cars are generally not recommended for tourists without a driver to go along. Taxis offer relatively high levels of comfort while ST buses are often crowded and are light on luxury and shock absorbers . Delays are common for ST buses but private coaches and hired taxis are punctual for the most part It is recommended that Western tourists opt mostly for tour buses and private taxis but those looking to rough it will get a unique experience from the bustle and humanity of ST buses. Road journeys are recommended mostly for day trips and hiring a car with a driver may be the most direct and time saving approach for travelers to India. Check out information on Renting a Car With Driver in India.

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When people think of travel to India, the Taj Mahal immediately jumps to mind. But there are also lush backwater tours, wildlife safaris, and regal palaces awaiting the traveler to India. A walking tour of the historic Taj and surrounding gardens takes you back in time to an era of larger than life characters as well as structures. Explore by boat the 1500km of natural and manmade canals across the tropical state of Kerala and find an entirely new definition of relaxation. Experience the tiger, rhinos, and other rich wildlife in Ranthambore and Sunderbans National Parks to get up close and personal with India's wild side. Tour the majestic palaces of Jaipur, Jodhpur, and the lake palace in Udaipur to see for yourself the history, splendor, and rich architecture of old Rajasthan. India offers a multitude of attractions but these are the most popular destinations and are not to be missed for the first time visitor.

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India has been voted the world's favorite travel destination by readers of Conde Nast Traveller magazine during its 10th annual awards that honour the most popular destinations around the world. India scored above 89 (out of 100) in all ten criteria, with its best features being culture (scoring 97.17 out of 100), value for money (94.78) and variety of attractions (96.30). Sarah Miller, editor of Conde Nast Traveller said: "I'm delighted that India scored so well in our Readers' Travel Awards. To achieve the accolade of our discerning readers' favourite country in the world is fantastic.

"As it celebrates 60 years of independence - a real achievement - it shows India's moment has come. The world's largest democracy is living up to the dreams of 1947."

The awards were based on votes by over 30,000 readers. India replaces last year's winner Italy as the place of choice on the global travel map.

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Photo by Himachal Pradesh Dept. of Tourism

The Taj Mahal, which had been subject to visitor curfew due to sectarian violence in Agra earlier this week, has been reopened. Police have reported that the unrest is being contained and tourists are now being allowed back to the Taj grounds. The monument, recently named as one of the 7 Wonders of the World, is now open as usual from just after dawn until dusk.

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Formerly known as Calcutta, it served as the capital of India during British rule. Parts of the city seem frozen in the year 1947 when the occupiers left. The attractions and transport systems are a mix of the city's storied past and its visionary future. Although poverty still lurks the streets, there is a quiet strength and among its people which is almost tangible for visitors as well. The food and lodging are clean and modern which make for a fulfilling tourist experience.

One of the most enjoyable ways to the see the city is by the Metro Subway network, India's first subway. Since its launch in 1984, the single-line system serves countless commuters and travelers across 17 stations daily from morning to night. It's a good idea for tourist to try this economical and scenic mode of transport to zip around this historic city. Come ride the Kolkata Metro Subway.

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