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Abu Dhabi Travelling Tips

The city of Abu Dhabi is the capital and center of governance of the United Arab Emirates. Adorned with the epitome of luxury, Abu Dhabi and its neighboring city Dubai makes perhaps the two most exciting regions in the whole of the Arabian Peninsula. Characterized by thousands of sky high buildings, unparalleled cityscapes, lush manmade gardens and opulent shopping malls, Abu Dhabi is nothing short of paradise for the luxury loving tourist. Almost every hotel in Abu Dhabi mirrors the sheer class that is synonymous to this city’s name. People come from afar to bask in this jewel studded city and the many comforts that it beholds. Perfectly located in close proximity to the many attractions in Abu Dhabi, the Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa by Anantara is a popular choice for many who visit the city; be it for business or leisure purpose.

Abu Dhabi’s location on the Eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula makes it prone to dry and extremely hot weather conditions; particularly in the months between May and August. When heading out on the many excursions in Abu Dhabi particularly to the deserts or the beaches, sun screen is almost always an absolute must. On many occasions the luxury again comes to rescue Abu Dhabi from the harsh weather conditions as excellent temperature control is found in nearly every enclosed region in the city.
Although far more cosmopolitan than the rest of the Arabian nations put together, a little modesty would be appreciated in regions sensitive to culture or religion. The breathtaking Sheikh Zayed mosque is an excellent example of such a location. One of the most spectacular attractions of the city, the mosque demands its female visitors to be head covered while touring the premises of this place of worship.

Abu Dhabi is a city that enjoys its tourists and in turn tourists fall in love with this city. So hold back nothing and indulge in this city completely and bask in its luxury from dawn till dusk and even beyond.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Desert Activities in Abu Dhabi

The endless stretches of soft golden sands are one of UAE’s biggest attractions. People from around the globe visit these deserts to bask in their unspoiled beauty. Although deserts are made of merely dunes and dunes and more dunes there is so much to discover in these amazing dunes. Pretty much all the luxury hotels Abu Dhabi has includes touring these golden wonders as part of their available excursion packages but nothing quite tops the desert experience offered by the Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara.

There is so much to do, so much to see and so much to part take in. There is something absolutely awe inspiring and intriguing about the Arabian Desert. Several of the desert activities boast rugged strength and power. Take archery for instance. In Liwa the tribesman took great pride in their hunting skills. Today in this very desert you get an opportunity to try your hand at archery. There is a number of shooting ranges which you can indulge in depending on your level of experience with archery. Another interesting fat burning activity in the deserts of Abu Dhabi is Mountain biking. The experience of biking on sand dunes is unique in all angles. If you are looking for means of exploring the deserts why not opt for a ride atop the back of a camel. These tall crooked animals give you a spectacular ride and better yet a spectacular view of your desert surroundings.

One of the most exciting and adventurous activities on the desert is dune bashing. Hire a 4×4 vehicle along with a guide and be a part of the thrilling adventure where your driver conquers the dunes in a series of sharp and exciting moves. Another bold and beautiful activity depicting the age old culture of the Emirates is the Falconry and Saluki show. The traditional sport of Falconry which was practiced for thousands of years has made this fierce bird a cultural symbol of the UAE. A live falcon and a saluki show are presented followed by exciting stories about hunting with these mighty falcons.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Camel Trekking across the Liwa Desert

The Desert of Abu Dhabi is one of the most exciting attractions in the city. Adorned with a number of historic wonders and an unspoiled golden backdrop, the Desert of Abu Dhabi makes some of the few remaining places where one can enjoy a sneak peek of what Abu Dhabi once was. Camels made an important part of the historic and nomadic Arabian lifestyle. These enormous innocent animals were used for milk, meat and mainly transportation. You can still experience and relive the feeling of traveling from one region to another on the back of a camel by indulging in a camel safari across the Liwa Desert.

The Liwa Desert in Abu Dhabi boasts vast stretches of rolling dunes with a breathtaking Oasis in the center. For tourists, the Liwa desert is an excellent spot to absorb some authentic Emirati culture. The Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara is one of the many luxury hotels Abu Dhabi has that organizes tours to the Liwa Desert. The Tour packages covers 6 important locations in the area which includes a palm tree farm, a cucumber farm and a Camel farm. The Camel farm gives you a unique opportunity to experience an up-close and personal interaction with camels. Taste delicious camel milk and camel milk yoghurt or better yet, hop atop a camels crooked back and indulge in a ride across the Liwa desert.

Camels are amazing creatures to show you across the desert. For one, the ride is an interesting experience and for the other, camels give you an authentic glimpse of nomadic travel. Indulge in your adventure close to sunset because in addition to the cooler weather conditions you can enjoy the unparalleled experience of the sun disappearing behind the dunes. The sunset in Liwa atop a tall camel’s back is one experience you would never want to miss in Abu Dhabi.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Safari in Koh Phangan

Travellers in search of the finest Koh Phangan Resorts in Thailand will be more than pleased with the stylish Rasananda Koh Phangan Villa Resort & Spa. Providing guests with the crème de la crème in spa facilities this luxury rest offers scenic villa accommodation for holidaymakers and families on vacation.

Regarded as one of the most intriguing corners of Thailand, Koh Phangan is a natural wonder worthy of deep exploration. Blessed with white, sandy beaches and lush mountainous and forested regions the island packs in the best of both worlds with plenty of wildlife and natural attributes littering its fringes. Frequented by nature lovers from around the world this veritable paradise on earth is best discovered on safari tours across land and water. Tailor made to the requirements of specific travel groups the plethora of safari options on offer allows visitors a rare glimpse in to the true beauty and majesty of this lesser known island wonder.

Among the island’s most popular safari adventures is its elephant trekking safari which sets of from the fishing village of Caloklum in the northern fringes of Koh Phangan. The duration of the tour varies from half an hour to an hour with visitors taking in the magnificent sights of Koh Tao which includes face time with the island’s infamous gentle giants. The Rainforest Adventure Tour is equally engaging for nature lovers as it involves adrenalin pumping activities such as zip lining across a tropical forest, visit to an elephant camp and village, snorkeling in Koh Ma Island and swimming in the natural pool beneath Phaeng Waterfalls.

Those who wish to explore all that Koh Phangan has to offer on one safari excursion can opt for a safari boat adventure which takes visitors from the meeting point at Thong Sala to breathtaking Bottle Beach. Elephant rides and kayaking adventures in Koh Tae Nai Island are also part of the itinerary which includes snorkelling in Haad Khom.

Safari boat excursions to Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan in Koh Phangan are also popular with snorkeling and water sports enthusiasts as the itinerary involves exploring the stunning coral reefs at Sairee Bay, Hin Wong, Mango and Tian Nok as well as a tour of famed Koh Nangyuan.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Abu Dhabi Waterfront Park

Travellers on the lookout for villa accommodation in Abu Dhabi will find no finer alternative to the iconic Anantara Al Sahel Villas. Ideally situated in a strategic location this elegant rest is also ranked among the finest resorts Abu Dhabi has on offer.

Tipped to be one of the most scenic corners of the city the Abu Dhabi Waterfront Park is a one of a kind attraction in the Emirati nation. Offering visitors breathtaking oceanic views from a wave fringed walkway this iconic waterfront path is a breathtaking venue that is also an architectural marvel that highlights the natural surroundings of Al Bateen. As the most popular feature of the Abu Dhabi waterfront project the water park is flanked by the ocean front developments of Al Bateen.

Famed for its wave shaped borders the stunningly designed venue is as captivating as the Abu Dhabi Corniche with its futuristic design elements that compliments its location at the water’s edge. Offering visitors unparalleled views of the ocean and the cityscape the venue is also a revered observation point for locals as well as travellers. Providing panoramic views across the water of the iconic sky-piercing structures that lie on either side of the bay the Abu Dhabi Waterfront Park is the first place tourist should head to once landing in the holiday Mecca as it offers travellers an all encompassing view of the city’s beauty and potential as a touristic haven.

Perfect for families the venue is ideal for talking leisurely walks after a busy day while those who wish to engage in a picnic can also visit the Waterfront Park for a relaxing evening surrounded by soft breezes and truly awe-inspiring views. Spread out across several miles the Waterfront Park will be surrounded by various lifestyle attractions in the near future. The brainchild of Bloom Properties, exclusive retail outlets and luxury residences are set to take centre stage in the coming years. Premium restaurants and chic cafes will also be established in the area while trendy restaurants will offer those who visit the park a plethora of fine dining experiences in addition to mind-blowing ocean vistas.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Al Hamar

The desert Emirate of Dubai has over the years made a name for itself as a premier tourist destination, offering an array of noteworthy attractions. In Dubai you will have the chance to enjoy sensational shopping opportunities, a host of sightseeing attractions and a laidback cosmopolitan ambience. Visitors considering a tour of the Emirate interested in staying at a Palm Jumeirah hotel will be pleased by Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa. Such an accommodation will provide well-furnished rooms and courteous service and makes an ideal base from which to set out on one’s adventures.

A not to be missed activity when exploring the region is dune bashing and wadi bashing. Dune bashing involves powerful four wheel drive vehicles, dune buggies or quad bikes which are used to drive up and down sand dunes in the desert. Skilled drivers can do this competently, racing through the sand at great speed. It is certainly an experience to be treasured, which can only be enjoyed at a select few locations in the world.

Travellers to Dubai should take the opportunity to visit the immense sand dune known as Al Hamar, or Big Red. This well-known attraction is conveniently reached from Dubai city and may be visited in the morning or the afternoon. This colossal dune, no less than 300 feet in height, has slopes that are as steep as those of a ski run. The distinctive reddish colour of its sand is a result of a high content of iron oxide.

Al Hamar is a popular visitor attraction, luring a steady stream of leisure seekers, both local residents and tourists from abroad. However this does not detract from the pleasure of visiting this attractive leisure destination. If you lack a suitable four wheel drive vehicle you may hire an off road vehicle from a specialist company. You will also have the options of hiring a quad bike or a camel ride at the attraction itself, although you cannot actually ascend the dune in this manner.

All around the vicinity of Al Hamar you will see a host of little shops and kiosks which offer snacks and souvenirs. The visitors at the dune itself will all be in a joyous mood and you too will be enthralled by this marvel of nature.

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Ballooning in Dubai

On the 21st of November 1783, Jean Francois Pilatre de Rozier made history by launching the first manned flight utilising a hot air balloon. At the time, hot air balloons became largely popular as a unique mode of travel, a mode that was unavailable until that time. With a number of changes and adjustments through the centuries, hot air balloons have developed a different popularity in the 21stcentury: tourism. Hot air ballooning tours are now being offered in almost every country as an essential component of the tourism industry.

Most tours allow its patrons to witness the sunrise by taking off in the dead of the night. As a result, tourists often have the wonderful experience of watching a glorious sunrise and the slow but marvellous changes of the colours of the sky. For those visiting Dubai, this experience is just as unforgettable. One such hot air ballooning tour is offered by Ballooning Adventures Dubai and will commence north of Al Ain in the Desert Oasis.

Those considering exploring this option of sightseeing should know that children below five years of age are restricted from going on the tour. However, the tour is not a short one: it lasts for approximately four to five hours. As a result, ensure that you make time for the tour when making an itinerary. The tour is open to around twenty two people a ride. Therefore, it is likely that your entire family will be able to take it at one time. You should also be prepared to pay eight hundred and fifty dirham for children and nine hundred and ninety five dirham for adults.

This particular company also offers to provide free transport from one’s accommodation in Dubai to the pickup site making the tour not only enjoyable and entertaining but convenient as well. When selecting a Palm Jumeirah hotel to reside in, keep in mind Anantara Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa which is an excellent option. Located only a forty five minute drive from the Airport, guests will have the opportunity to experience fine dining and select from a variety of cuisines.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Potters of Koh Kret

The history of pottery can be traced back centuries and the oldest evidence of its existence was found at the Xianrendong Cave in the Republic of China. Archaeologists continue to discover such evidence across the globe indicating its popularity worldwide. However, due to the use of fire and also considering the lengthy period of time necessary for shaping the clay, archaeological evidence indicates that pottery came into existence subsequent to humankind achieving a sedentary life. This, in combination with the discovery of fire lead to the development of pottery with potters creating vessels using a variety of techniques such as hand shaping, firing, glazing and later on, kilns. Through such methods, different varieties of pottery such as earthenware, stoneware and porcelain were created.

The island of Ko Kret located in the vicinity of Bangkok Thailand is well known for pottery. Located on the Chao Phraya River, tourists and travellers can enjoy examining the various styles and different types of pottery at the Museum of Kwan Aman Pottery. This museum is home to a collection of Mon design ceramics, which are ancient and considered quite valuable as the Mon people were considered to be talented potters. The museum itself is open from 9am to 5pm daily and is definitely worth a visit for it provides an intriguing insight into an integral component of the lifestyle of the locals. For those who choose to visit the Assembly of Pottery Craft a demonstration of how these creations are made awaits them and tourists will also have the convenient opportunity to purchase such vessels as souvenirs or to give as gifts once they return.

Those who wish to visit the village can opt for a Bangkok cruise tour, namely the Chao Phraya Express on Sundays for the price of just three hundred baht. Such Bangkok cruises allow tourists to visit villages such as Ko Kret with minimum hassle and conveniently. Given the cultural diversity and rich heritage the Thai are privy to, the country is filled to the brim with exciting and intriguing landmarks and places of interest. Ensure that you soak in the local culture by opting for Anantara Cruises that provides tourists with the opportunity to mingle with the locals and see the sights both conveniently and comfortably.

 

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Wind Surfing in Maldives

Endless stretches of clear blue skies spreading above lapis lazuli blue waters of the ocean that borders pristine white sands, creates the perfect setting where life takes on a form that is beautiful, mesmerizing and truly wonderful. The ideal romantic hideaway it is, with the sea and sand complementing the finest luxuries and comforts offered to you lavishly on this land of golden sunshine. Some may argue that it is indeed the ultimate beach getaway. Maldives Islands of undisputed loveliness lies invitingly on the waters of the Indian Ocean, waiting to be discovered and to be loved. Maldives also has plenty of resorts such as Kurumba Maldives which is one of the leading diving resorts Maldives which can be considered if you wish to discover ultimate luxury while also enjoying the ultimate pleasure of windsurfing.

Maldives Islands are certainly a favorite holiday destination for many across the world. The ultimate combination of the loveliness of its dazzling beaches and the blue green waters is found to be a thing of truly irresistible appeal by many. However basking in the glory of its surreal beauty is not the only enjoyment available on these magical shores. The waters of the Indian Ocean that cover a greater part of the country are open to many water sports to those adventurous folks who holiday here.

Wind surfing on the crystal clear lagoons of Maldives is truly a breathtakingly wonderful experience. The salty breeze playing harsh with you as you glide on the polished surface of the ocean while the golden sun beats down on you heightening the truly tropical sensation is an experience truly worth having indeed.

Many resorts that Maldives Islands is richly abounding of will certainly provide the facilities to engage in the sport provided that their lagoon is large enough to support windsurfers. These resorts along with the water sport centres dotting the shore provide material needed for windsurfing as well so one need not go through the hassle of bringing along their own equipment. Beginners too can safely learn the sport given the expert guidance and customized equipment that is available here.

Large lagoons that are not crowded with snorkelers and swimmers where the coral bed is not quite thick will provide the best of windsurfing experiences that you will never forget here in Maldives, the land of ultimate indulgence.

 

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Lal Bagh

The well-known Lal Bagh, which translates as ‘Red Garden’ is a popular botanical garden located in the southern section of Bangalore. This attractive park was constructed under the decree of the monarch of Mysore, Hyder Ali and was completed during the rule of his son and successor Tipu Sultan. Interestingly Lal Bagh is thought to have been modelled on the Mughal Garden which at one time stood proudly in Sira, a location which was once part of the Mughal Empire.

Lal Bagh is considered noteworthy for featuring an excellent glass house where a yearly flower exhibition is held. The garden is also renowned for containing the most extensive selection of tropical plants in India. It also features a lake as well as an aquarium, and is recognized as one of Bangalore’s foremost visitor attractions.

Lal Bagh extends over a vast extent of no less than 240 acres, making it without question one of the major botanical attractions in the subcontinent. Its most significant flower show is conducted on January 26th, or Republic Day; a number of other floral exhibitions are also held at this venue.

In total the visitor will find more than 1,000 varieties of flora here, including some trees which are more than a century old. One of the garden’s most esteemed exhibits is some unusual varieties of plants which were brought over from Afghanistan, Persia and France. The garden displays aesthetic beauty, having been landscaped with elements such as flowerbeds, lawns, fountains and lotus pools. Many of the exhibits are labelled for convenient identification. The visitor will see that a tower constructed by the founder of the city, Kempe Gowda is located within the garden. Another significant attraction at this site is the fascinating Lal Bagh Rock, which is an ancient rock formation considered to be amongst the oldest on the globe.

Another noteworthy attraction which will draw the interest of the visitor is the folk fair which is conducted at the gardens on the second as well as the fourth weekend of each month. At this event you will be able to see local folk music, dance and plays.

The selective visitor considering 5 star Bangalore hotels will find an appealing choice in the Alila Bangalore. One of the outstanding Bangalore luxury hotels this fine rest offers attractive accommodations and courteous hospitality.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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