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Tips for desert driving in Qatar

If you are afraid of saying yes to a desert road trip because of the safety risks, read on. With the right safety tips, your Qatar desert driving will be fun and memorable.

Desert safari in Qatar|Image via Unsplash

Carry more bottles of water- more and more!

Water becomes a life-saving fluid when you are desert driving in Qatar. Carry more and more water cans with you (and energy drinks and fresh juices if possible) to stay hydrated.

Stay filled!

It’ll be a horrible experience if you happen to get stuck in the middle of an endless desert without fuel in your vehicle. Check if you have enough gas before you go, and also have a reserve source of fuel.

Have a list of emergency numbers!

Most 5-star hotels in Doha the likes of Souq Al Wakra Hotel Qatar by Tivoli advise their guests to keep a list of contacts to call during an emergency. So, make sure you take this list when you come for desert driving too.

Check the tires before you go!

Your car tires should be healthy, and they can’t make any trouble during the ride. So, check the status before you start the engine, and always have a spare tire with you.

A visit to the Emerald Pool Krabi & Krabi Hot Springs

If Krabi is your choice of destination for your next vacation, then you are clearly after an exciting holiday and this is exactly what the place offers. But you will need some relaxation as well and that’s where the hot springs and emerald pool come in.

Getting to Emerald Pool

The best way to get here would be by renting a motorbike so you have enough freedom to stop along the way if you want to. Once you reach the parking lot, park your vehicle and then walk through the Thung Teao Forest National Park where the pool is well hidden among the greens.

Entrance fees

There is a fee of 200 baht for entrance to the Crystal Pool. Also, parking for a motorbike costs 10 baht while parking for cars cost 30 baht.

Best time to visit

If you want to avoid the crowds, the ideal time to visit would be in the morning. You can have the pool all to yourself. Later in the afternoon, the place tends to get a little crowded when kids come to enjoy themselves after school.

Places to stay

You are most likely to find a hotel in Ao Nang Krabi the likes of Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort. Most of the hotels are located in this part of Krabi, nonetheless, it is easy to get to any place from here.

Dream getaway to Baa Atoll, Maldives

The Maldives is of course the dream destination of every traveller. Out of the 26 atolls in the Maldives, Baa Atoll is special for a holiday, especially because of its huge, shallow lagoons.

Reaching your destination

Once you come to the Maldives by any international flight, you then need to go to your chosen hotel in the Baa Atoll. The best option is to travel by seaplane. You may also opt for a speedboat, but that can be very time-consuming.

The best times to go

Arrange your Maldivian tour between November and April, because this is considered the right season. It’s the dry season, and you are sure not to get hindered by any heavy rainfalls. You may enjoy the hot and sunny weather throughout your journey.

Image Credit: **Amilla Maldives Resort and Residences**

Staying in Baa Atoll

There are more than 15 resorts located in the Baa Atoll including the very popular ones such as Amilla Maldives Resort and Residences. Make your reservations in advance, and grab the most beneficial Maldives resorts packages out of all.

Things to do

In addition to enjoying the pool, bar, spa, and restaurants at the resort, you may engage in several other fun activities here. Water sports, dolphin watching sessions, and taking a cookery lesson are just some of them.

Dolphin Watching in Oman

Prepare to be entranced during a dolphin-watching tour during a luxurious holiday spent at one of the Oman hotels. No trip to this splendid country is complete without experiencing the pleasure of viewing these gentle mammals of the sea frolic just off its exquisite coastline.

Best Times to Spot Dolphins

From October to May brings the best months for enthusiastic travellers to go dolphin watching. It is recommended to embark on these exciting tours on bright, sunny days as these friendly mammals are less likely to leap out of the water on cloudy days.

Experience

Dolphin watching in Oman typically consists of enjoying the acrobatics of majestic dolphins of the surrounding waters. Both young and old will surely have the time of their lives spotting these beautiful creatures of the sea leaping about in their playful manner.

Tour Inclusions

Many dolphin-watching packages offered by properties such as Al Falaj Hotel include complimentary transport along with meals to satiate your hunger that you’ll certainly get after being immersed in the refreshing sea breeze for hours.

Dolphin Species in Oman

Common Bottlenose Dolphin | Image via Pixabay

The most common dolphins that a tourist in Oman can expect to see are the Rissos dolphin, the Indian Ocean dolphin, the Common Bottlenose dolphin, the Indo-Pacific Humpback dolphin, the Striped dolphin, and the Long-beaked dolphin.

Why Botswana is considered a unique travel destination

Botswana is the wildlife enthusiast’s every dream. With diverse landscapes across the country that host diverse ecosystems it is a great place to visit to learn more about animals. Here are the 6 top reasons why you should visit Botswana.

1. Unique and Very Diverse National Parks and Game Reserves

There are so many diverse and unique national parks and gaming reserves around Botswana. There are great places that you can explore close to hotels in Gaborone.

2. A Large Diversity of Wildlife

There is a diverse array of wildlife distributed among these national parks including lions, elephants and giraffes on the dry plains and crocodiles, buffalos and hippos close to the Chobe River.

3. Various Types of Safaris

You can ask at your hotel the likes of Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino about the various types of safaris available. There are boat cruises down the Chobe River, motorboating across the Okavango Delta, air safaris and a good hardy ride of a 4×4.

4. Has Stunning Sunsets

Because Botswana is so flat, you can be guaranteed a front-row seat to some of the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets in the world.

5. Is a Unique Travel Experience

It is a truly unique travel experience that will help you better understand nature. It is an adventure that will bring you close to the true beauty of the earth.

A Guide on Skiing in Whistler

Skiing is not a modern trend, in fact, evidence of skiing has been found in northern China which date back to the Han Dynasty (206 BCE–220 CE). Here is a brief guide on the types of skiing available today for those interested to try out.

Nordic Skiing

This is also called classic skiing and includes skiing styles that originated in Norway and other Scandinavian countries. Cross-country races are still held to date and each has their unique criteria from sprints to team races.

Alpine Skiing

Alpine skiing came about in the 20th century and was created on the downhill slopes of the Alps. This type of skiing, on its specific terrain, seems to get faster progressively and has lesser turns.

Freestyle Skiing

This is a style of skiing that has adapted styles from figure skating. It is more of an acrobatic style of skiing which is quite interesting to watch.

Equipment

If you are skiing for the first time during a stay at a Whistler hotel, then you probably won’t know what equipment you should be having. Hotels like Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside will be able to recommend a ski school and an equipment rental too.

Discover the Best of Hikkaduwa

Vacationing in Hikkaduwa is something wonderful you can try out during your tour to Sri Lanka. It’s a small coastal town located 116km south of Colombo.

Hikkaduwa beach SriLanka — DaemonX, Hikkaduwa beach LK, CC BY-SA 4.0

Swimming at Hikkaduwa Beach
Needless to say, Hikkaduwa beach is one of the safest for swimming. You may also indulge in snorkelling if you prefer, and spot huge turtles in the evening.

River safaris
For river safaris in Hikkaduwa, you have the Madhu River very close to Balapitiya. Exploring this lake system will expose you to many birds, reptiles, and also a rich network of mangroves. If you are a nature photographer, you are sure to click some of the best shots during this boat ride.

Enjoy all sorts of seafood
Any Hikkaduwa resort the likes of Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon is specialized in seafood, and that’s a fact! You are sure to find the best seafood in the world here prepared using the Sri Lankan authentic cooking styles and flavours.

Explore an ancient temple
Hikkaduwa is home to the ancient Buddhist temple Sri Pushparama Viharaya. Visit this temple during your stay to know some details about Buddhist philosophy. The monks residing here are very friendly and they’ll teach you the facts without expecting anything in return.

Enjoy Canyoning In Queenstown, one of the best things to do

If you’re a thrill seeker that’s looking for the best adventures that Queenstown has to offer, don’t pass up on some canyoning! Here’s a look at some of the best options available in the region.

Why Canyoning

What makes canyoning in Queenstown so enjoyable is the amazing scenery and landscapes you’ll encounter and explore as you do so. There’re plenty of canyoning tour operators to choose from here as well, with helpful guides that will show you the ropes if you’re new to this.

Lake Wakatipu

Lake Wakapitu is one of Queenstown’s premier attractions and an excellent location to go canyoning in. Canyoning is the best way to take in all the beauty and serenity that’s present by the lake. If you’re staying at one of the lakefront apartments Queenstown has to offer – like the Oaks Queenstown Shores Resort – don’t pass up on this opportunity.

Gibbston Valley

Canyoning is Gibbston Valley can be challenging, but the reward is equally worth it. Here you’ll be treated the quiet beauty of a pristine valley – one which seems to stretch on forever.

South Island

If extreme adventure is what you seek, it doesn’t get any better than a canyoning trip to South Island. Explore cascading waterfalls, streaming rivers and so much more in this wild corner of the earth.

Cruise around the Maldives

The Maldivian archipelago is made up of over 1100 islands and just a few of them are inhabited. There is much to explore here. So, if you are a first-timer you might be wondering from where to start. But you could get the most of your trip if you went on a Maldives cruise.

Why cruise in the Maldives

Staying at one of the private islands in Maldives is all well and good. But the thing is you’ll never get to see the rest of the paradise. On a cruise on the other hand this is possible.

Image Credit: Naladhu Private Island Maldives

Themed cruises

All the cruises in the Maldives are themed. If you are looking for diving, snorkelling or island hopping, it is no matter, the Maldives has your cruise ready and waiting to be picked.

Best time to go

The weather is great all year round in the Maldives. But the best time to visit if you are planning on a cruise is between November and April when the weather is dry most of the time.

Boats

So, when it comes to a cruise in the Maldives, you even get to select what type of boat you will be travelling on. The destination offers cruised on dhonis, yachts and luxurious ships. You can either make a stop at hotels like Naladhu Private Island Maldives or even camp out at the beach for the night if you aren’t travelling in a luxury boat.

Weekend in Pattaya

Since Pattaya is such a short distance away from Bangkok, this makes it easier for both local and foreign travellers to reach for a short stay. There is so much to see and do here that a weekend might not cut it. But here’s how to get the best of the city.

Day 1

Arrive at your Pattaya beach resort and settle down. Once you are comfortable, visit Jomtien Beach which is arguably better than Pattaya Beach. Have some watery fun and leave the evening free for Tiffany’s show, the famous ladyboy cabaret.

Day 2

Start with exploring Nong Nooch Tropical Garden which is a whopping 600 acres of green to observe! Have lunch at the restaurant here and set off to discover Buddhist temples, Prasat Satchatham and other cultural hotspots.

Day 3

Take a 45-minute ferry ride from Pattaya to Koh Larn or Coral Island which is a 4 km long island surrounded by crystal clear waters. There are several beaches to explore, renting a bike to do so is the easiest way to get about.

Places to stay

There are a number of places to stay in Pattaya from hotels like Avani Pattaya Resort and other budget-friendly options. If you want to go for a luxurious stay, this is possible too.