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Wildernest Goa - Review of Wildernest Nature Resort Goa Created: Saturday, May 09, 2009 Updated: Saturday, May 26, 2012
Wildernest is a wonderfully serene nature resort, located on the Goa, Maharastra and Karnataka state borders in India. It provides a unique, eco-friendly getaway for both couples and families. Anyo...
5 Popular Goa Tourist Places Created: Wednesday, May 20, 2009 Updated: Saturday, May 26, 2012
Heading to Goa? Don't miss these top Goa tourist places for a diverse mix of beaches, adventure activities, parties, nature, and history.
Goa Monsoon Travel Guide Created: Tuesday, June 10, 2008 Updated: Saturday, May 26, 2012
Goa in the monsoon season has much to offer. Nature flourishes and the rains bring refreshment and romance. Enjoy festivals, waterfalls, spice plantations, wildlife sanctuaries, Goan home cooking, ...
India Post-Monsoon Travel Health - Top 5 Health Concerns for Travel in India After the Monsoon Created: Sunday, October 19, 2008 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Travel to India starts increasing in October, after the main monsoon season has ended. However, the dramatic change in weather post-monsoon results in a range of health concerns that visitors to In...
Varanasi Ghat Guide Created: Saturday, October 15, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Visiting Varanasi? This Varanasi ghat guide will point you in the right direction of some of the most interesting ghats to see there.
Traveler's Indian Food Guide by Region Created: Friday, February 11, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Indian food is so much more vast than the staple Punjabi dishes that are served up at most Indian restaurants across the world. Discover what kind of food to expect from the most popular regions of...
Kalka Shimla Toy Train Guide Created: Thursday, January 22, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, May 22, 2012
The Kalka Shimla toy train provides one of the most scenic train journeys in India, and is like traveling back in time. Find out more about it in this guide.
5 Terrific Tamil Nadu Tourist Places Created: Saturday, July 18, 2009 Updated: Friday, May 18, 2012
Don't miss these top 5 Tamil Nadu tourist places for a terrific blend of towering, intricately built temples, beaches, hill stations, and Dravidian culture.
2013 Jaipur Literature Festival Guide - Plan Your Trip to the Festival Created: Wednesday, February 01, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 18, 2012
The Jaipur Literature Festival has grown in leaps and bounds from humble beginnings into an important literary event. Find out all you need to know about planning your trip and attending the festiv...
India Walks - Guide to Walking Tours in India Created: Sunday, March 18, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
India's streets are amongst the most fascinating places in the country. Explore them on these India walks.
India Vacation Planner - Plan Where to Visit on Your India Vacation Created: Thursday, December 04, 2008 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
India is a vast country with an abundance of appealing attractions scattered from one side of its soil to the other. This India vacation planner will show you the highlights and where to find them.
Your India Walking Tour Experiences Created: Sunday, March 18, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
These days, guided walking tours are offered in most major cities in India. Are there any in particular ones that you enjoyed or didn't enjoy? Share you experiences with us here.
Top 5 Parks to See Wildlife in India Created: Friday, May 04, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Wanting to see wildlife in India? These parks and sanctuaries are the best places to go to for a visual treat of tigers, lions, elephants, rhinoceros, birds, and even wild ass!
Delhi with Kids - 5 Fun Things to Do in Delhi with Kids Created: Tuesday, December 20, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Visiting Delhi with kids? Here are five places to take them for a fun family day out.
2012 Onam Date - When is Onam 2012, 2013, 2014 Created: Friday, March 11, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Wondering what's the date of Onam? Find out when is Onam in 2012, 2013, and 2014 here.
Pongal Dates - When is Pongal 2013, 2014, 2015 Created: Friday, March 11, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Wondering when is Pongal? Find out the Pongal dates here.
Pushkar Fair Dates - Pushkar Fair 2012, 2013, 2014 Dates Created: Thursday, March 10, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Planning on going to the Pushkar Fair? Here are the Pushkar Fair dates for 2012, 2013, and 2014.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2012 Date - When is Ganesh Chaturthi in 2012, 2013, and 2014 Created: Thursday, March 10, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Wondering what's the date of Ganesh Chaturthi in 2012? Find out when is Ganesh Chaturthi in 2012, 2013, and 2014 here.
Holi 2013 Date - When is Holi in 2013, 2014, 2015 Created: Thursday, March 10, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Wondering what's the date of Holi this year? Find out when is Holi in 2013, 2014, and 2015 here.
2012 Durga Puja Dates - When is Durga Puja 2012, 2013, 2014 Created: Friday, March 11, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Wondering what are the dates of Durga Puja? Find out when is Durga Puja in 2012, 2013, and 2014 here.
2012 Dussehra Date - When is Dussehra 2012, 2013, 2014 Created: Friday, March 11, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Wondering what's the date of Dussehra? Find out when is Dussehra in 2012, 2013, 2014 here.
2012 Durga Puja - Guide to the Durga Puja Festival in India Created: Wednesday, October 21, 2009 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Durga Puja is a celebration of the Mother Goddess and the biggest festival of the year in Kolkata. Find out when and how to best celebrate it in this guide.
Mumbai Christmas Mass - Your Favorite Midnight Mass in Mumbai Created: Saturday, December 17, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Do you have a favorite Mumbai Christmas Mass? Share your favorite midnight mass in Mumbai here and find out the favorites of others.
India Republic Day 2013 - Celebrating Republic Day in India Created: Tuesday, January 25, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Republic Day is an important national holiday in India. Find out the meaning of India Republic Day and how it's celebrated here.
2012 Puri Rath Yatra - Guide to the Rath Yatra Festival in Puri Created: Saturday, October 24, 2009 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
The Puri Rath Yatra festival is based around the worship of Lord Jagannath (a reincarnation of Lords Vishnu and Krishna). It commemorates his annual visit to his aunt's home.
2013 Pongal Festival - Guide to Celebrating Pongal in India Created: Friday, October 23, 2009 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Pongal is the harvest festival of Tamil Nadu. Find out all you need to know about it in this guide.
2013 Jaipur Elephant Festival Guide Created: Monday, May 17, 2010 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
The Jaipur Elephant Festival is a great opportunity to see the sturdy symbol of Rajput royalty, the elephant, at its finest and kick off Holi celebrations.
Diwali 2012 Date - When is Diwali in 2012, 2013, 2014 Created: Thursday, March 10, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Wondering what's the date of Diwali this year? Find out when is Diwali in 2012, 2013, and 2014 here.
Holi 2013 - Guide to the Holi Festival in India Created: Tuesday, May 06, 2008 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
The Holi festival involves covering everyone in colored powder and water. It's lots of fun! Find out all you need to know about Holi here.
2013 Buddha Jayanti in India - Celebrating Buddha's Birthday in India Created: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Buddha Jayanti, also known as Buddha Purnima, commemorates the birthday of Lord Buddha. It's the most sacred Buddhist festival. Find out where and when Buddha Jayanti is celebrated in India.
2013 Baisakhi Festival - Guide to Baisakhi in India Created: Monday, October 26, 2009 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Baisakhi is a harvest festival, a Punjabi new year festival, and commemoration of the founding of the Khalsa (Sikh religion brotherhood) all rolled into one occasion. Find out about it here.
10 Top Homestays in India - Overview of the Top Homestays in India Created: Saturday, April 03, 2010 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
If you thought homestays in India were very modest, then think again! No, you don't have to share a bathroom with the host family or sleep on the floor. In fact you can enjoy some of the best accom...

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