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Friday, July 21, 2023

Rolling Injipara Tea Estates of Valparai: Stunning Location for a Morning Walk

Injipara Tea Estate and the factory in the yonder, Valparai

Do you love plantation holidays? Well, if you do, you will certainly like the rolling Injipara tea estates of Valparai. Owned by the Woodbriar group and home to two of the Briar Tea Bungalow properties, this private tea garden landscape is a treat for the eyes. As Injipara tea estate is privately owned land, only the people staying in any of the Briar Tea Bungalows can visit this place. This means that you hardly have more than a few tens of people at any time here.

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

Top Tips for a Canada Road Trip

Wildlife Crossing in Banff National Park, Canada

Driving across Canada is a great way to explore the best places and get an authentic experience. There are lots of perks to opting for an adventure with a car or RV, the most important of all being how much you will actually see along the way. However, choosing this option does require some strategic planning that is simply inescapable. Here are the top tips for a Canada road trip that will enhance your adventure and create some great memories.

Plan Your Route from Start to Finish


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Wednesday, July 12, 2023

7 Smart Ways to Cut Travel Expenses and Maximize Your Experience

7 Smart Ways to cut travel expenses and maximize your experience

If you’re feeling that call to broaden your horizon and see the world, you’re certainly not alone. Many people head off on their travels to experience new cultures, cuisines, and landscapes. However, traveling has the potential to cost a fortune, which is what puts many people off. Fortunately, we’ve got you covered with these seven smart ways to cut travel expenses.

Be Flexible with Dates

The prices for accommodation and flights are always more expensive during peak periods, but there’s no real pattern as to when the cheapest options will be during this time. Therefore, you should have flexibility when searching online. For example, instead of putting exact dates in for a week away, you could search across a whole month and simply book the cheapest dates. As accommodation and flights will make up a large portion of your total spending, it’s a good idea to learn how to find the cheapest flights and accommodation.

Find Budget Accommodation

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Tuesday, July 04, 2023

The Top Destinations for Older Adults on a Cruise

Top Cruise Destinations for Older Adults

Cruising offers a unique and exciting way for older adults to explore the world. Not only is it a wonderful way to see a number of beautiful, exotic destinations, but it gives seniors the chance to have an exciting, adventurous vacation in comfort and style, without excessive effort or inconvenience.

However, with a plethora of cruise destinations to choose from, it can be overwhelming to decide where to set sail. Fortunately, many destinations cater specifically to the interests and needs of older adults, providing enriching experiences and unforgettable memories.

In this article, we'll explore some of the top cruise destinations that are perfect for older adults, offering a combination of relaxation, cultural immersion, and breath taking sights.

Alaska

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Saturday, July 01, 2023

Pattamadai Pai: GI Tagged Beautiful Handwoven Mats from a Tiny Tamil Nadu Village

Elderly woman making silk mat by traditional hand machine at Pattamadai

This heritage item of India was once gifted to Queen Elizabeth II by the Government of Tamil Nadu. In 2013, it received the geographical indication (GI) tag. It is an art form that is centuries old and that is unique to this region. I am talking about the absolutely gorgeous pattu pai (silk mat) and the korai pai (grass mat) from the village of Pattamadai in the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu state in India. It is fondly called as ‘Pattamadai Pai’ by the locals.

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