Sunday, May 30, 2010

List of 5 star Hotels in Goa-Location,Address & Accessibility


Goa its the beautiful place of india & attracts maximum percentage of tourism than the rest part of country. Hotels here are doing a great business over the year around.
Goa is India's smallest state by area and the fourth smallest by population. Located on the west coast of India in the region known as the Konkan, it is bounded by the state of Maharashtra to the north, and by Karnataka to the east and south, while the Arabian Sea forms its western coast. Goa is India's richest state with a GDP per capita two and a half times that of the country as a whole.

Taj Holiday Village


Address:
Sinquerim, Bardez
Goa-403519 India

Accessibility:
Dabolim Airport: 45 KM
Thivim Railway Station: 12 KM
Bus Stand: 15 KM

Taj Exotica




Address:
Calwaddo, Benaulim, Salcette
Goa-403716 India

Accessibility:
Dabolim Airport: 27 KM
Margao Railway Station: 8 KM
Bus Stand: 10 KM

Ramada Caravela Beach Resort

Address:
Varca Beach, Village - Varca, Salcette
Goa-403721 India

Accessibility:
Dabolim Airport: 30 KM
Margao Railway Station: 10 KM
Bus Stand: 10 KM

Park Hyatt Goa Resort & Spa



Address:
Arossim Beach, Cansaulim, South Goa
Goa-403712 India

Accessibility:
Dabolim Airport: 8 KM
Margao Railway Station: 14 KM
Bus Stand: 10 KM

Majorda Beach Resort


Address:
Majorda, Salcette
Goa-403713 India

Accessibility:
Dabolim Airport: 12 KM
Margao Railway Station: 10 KM
Bus Stand: 10 KM

The Leela Kempinski Goa

Address:
Mobor, Cavelossim
Goa-403731 India

Accessibility:
Dabolim Airport: 40 KM
Margao Railway Station: 7 KM
Bus Stand: 17 KM

Intercontinental The Lalit Goa Resort


Address:
Raj Baga, Canacona
Goa-403702 India

Accessibility:
Dabolim Airport: 66 KM
Margao Railway Station: 35 KM

Goa Marriott Resort



Address:
Miramar, Panaji
Goa-403001 India

Accessibility:
Dabolim Airport: 30 KM
Karmali Railway Station: 12 KM
Bus Stand: 5 KM

Cidade De Goa



Address:
Vainguinim Beach
Goa-403004 India

Accessibility:
Dabolim Airport: 28 KM
Karmali Railway Station: 14 KM
Bus Stand: 7 KM


Fort Aguada Beach Resort



Address:
Sinquerim, Bardez
Goa-403519 India

Accessibility:
Dabolim Airport: 45 KM
Thivim Railway Station: 30 KM
Bus Stand: 15 KM

5 Star Hotels, Mumbai-List of 5 star hotels,Location, Address & Accessibility-Taj,Hyatt,ITC,Trident,Leela,Oberoi,Marriott,Park,Renaissance,Four Season



Mumbai being commercial capital of india has a good number of hotels offering world class hospitality.
It is the heart of the country. It is the hub of all economical activities of the country and is the center of industry, communication and transportation.

Mumbai hotels are completely unparalleled in every aspect be it accommodation, cost, services matching the expectation of traveler. Hotels in Mumbai are well equipped with all modern amenities providing best hotel accommodation services in the world. Hotels in Mumbai comprises of different rooms including deluxe classic hotels, deluxe luxury rooms, premium luxury rooms, ocean front suite, walnut suite and many such varieties. They offer comfort, quality and great value for money.

5 Star Hotels


Taj President Hotel


Address:
90 Cuffe Parade, Colaba
Mumbai-400005 India

Accessibility:
International Airport: 35 KM
Domestic Airport: 29 KM
Railway Station: 3 KM

Grand Hyatt Mumbai




Address:

Off Western Express Highway
Mumbai-400055 India

Accessibility:
International Airport: 9 KM
Domestic Airport: 3 KM
Railway Station: 1 KM

Hyatt Regency Mumbai


Address:
Sahar Airport Road
Mumbai-400099 India

Accessibility:
International Airport: 1 KM
Domestic Airport: 5 KM

ITC Maratha


Address:
Sahar
Mumbai-400012 India

Accessibility:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport: 2 KM
Domestic Airport: 5 KM
Bombay Central Railway Station: 28 KM

Trident Nariman Point


Address:
Nariman Point
Mumbai-400021 India

Accessibility:
International Airport: 27 KM
Domestic Airport: 23 KM
Railway Station: 2 KM

The Oberoi


Address:
Nariman Point
Mumbai-400021 India

Accessibility:
International Airport: 27 KM
Domestic Airport: 23 KM
Railway Station: 2 KM

JW Marriott Hotel


Address:
Juhu Tara Road, Juhu
Mumbai-400049 India

Accessibility:
International Airport: 10 KM
Domestic Airport: 5 KM

The Leela Kempinski Mumbai


Address:
Sahar
Mumbai-400059 India

Accessibility:
International Airport: 1.5 KM
Domestic Airport: 6 KM

Le Royal Meridien Mumbai


Address:
Sahar Airport Road
Mumbai-400099 India

Accessibility:
International Airport: 1 KM
Domestic Airport: 7 KM
Andheri Railway Station: 4 KM

Sun n Sand Mumbai


Address:
39, Juhu Beach
Mumbai-400049 India

Accessibility:
International Airport: 10 KM
Domestic Airport: 5 KM

The Retreat


Address:
Erangal Beach, Madh Marve Road
Madh Island
Mumbai-400061 India

Accessibility:
Sahar International Airport : 26 KM
Domestic Airport : 27 KM
Malad Railway Station : 13 KM

The Resort


Address:
11, Madh Marve Road
Aksa Beach, Malad (West)
Mumbai-400095 India

Accessibility:
International Airport : 23 KM
Domestic Airport : 23 KM
Railway Station : 10 KM

Intercontinental The Lalit Mumbai


Address:
Sahar Airport Road, Andheri (East)
Mumbai-400059 India

Accessibility:
Sahar Airport: 2 KM
Domestic Airport: 7 KM
Andheri Railway Station: 5 KM

Intercontinental Marine Drive


Address:
135, Marine Drive
Mumbai-400020 India

Accessibility:
International Airport: 27 KM
Domestic Airport: 17 KM
Railway Station: 1 KM


The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower


Address:
Apollo Bunder, Colaba
Mumbai-400001 India

Accessibility:
International Airport: 32 KM
Domestic Airport: 23 KM
Railway Station: 2.5 KM

Four Seasons Hotel (Worli)


Address:
114, Dr. E. Moses Road, Worli
Mumbai-110018 India

Accessibility:
Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport: 60 Minutes
Santa Cruz Airport: 45 KM

Renaissance Mumbai Hotel


Address:
2 & 3B, Near Chinmayanand Ashram
Powai
Mumbai-400087 India

Accessibility:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport: 5 KM
Mumbai Domestic Airport: 9 KM

The Park Navi Mumbai


Address:
No 1, Sector 10
CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai
Mumbai-400614 India

Accessibility:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport: 42 KM
CBD Belapur Station: 1 KM
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus: 41 KM

ITC Grand Central Mumbai


Address:
287, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Road, Parel
Mumbai-400012 India

Accessibility:
International Airport: 22 KM
Domestic Airport: 15 KM

Saturday, May 29, 2010

Jog Fall India's highest waterfall-How to reach,Best time to visit,Power project,Tourist attraction,Nearby places to visit,Pictures



Jog Fall located at southern state of Karnataka is India's highest waterfall. Its height is 830 feet and is located on Sharavati River.The tallest and no doubt the most impressive waterfall in India, the Jog Falls(also known as the Gerusoppa waterfalls) is located about 400 kms from Bangalore in Karnataka. It is created by the Sharavathi River which comes down in cascades from a height of 292 meters at Gerusoppa in four distinct falls, called the Raja, Rani, Rover and Rocket.

How to reach Jog Falls

Jog Falls in Karnataka is a major tourist attraction of South India and visited by tourists all throughout the year. So, this place is well linked via proper roadways and railways. The nearest town to Jog falls is Sagar which is well connected with bus and trains and the nearest railhead is Shimoga, 113 kms away. Regular buses leave for Jog Falls. If you are on road, you have to travel on the national highway for about 7 to 8 hours to reach Jog falls.


Best Time To Visit

For a Tour to Jog Falls, the best time to visit is between the months of August and December.

Significance-Power Project

The power station has been operational since 1948, and is of 120 MW capacity, one of the largest hydro-electric stations in India at that time and a small source of electric power for Karnataka now. The power station was previously named Krishna Rajendra hydro-electric project, after the King of Mysore at that time. The name was later changed to Mahatma Gandhi hydro-electric Project.

Tourist Attractions

  • Honnemaradu: Situated on the back waters of River Sharavathi, this island formed with the backwater of Linganmakki Dam is famous for water sports.
  • Tunga Anicut Dam: Situiated 15 km from Shimoga, this dam was built across the river Tungabadra. You can enjoy boat trips around the lake.
  • Lion Tiger Reserve: This Lion - Tiger Reserve / Safari is located nearly 12 km from Shimoga towards Jog Falls.

Nearby Places to visit:

  • Sagara: A small town in the district of Shimoga, located 30 km from Jog Falls, Sagara is home to several ancient temples.
  • Siddapura: a small town in Kodagu district, Siddapura lies in Western Ghats, providing captivating views of the Sahyadri mountain ranges.
  • Sirsi: A town in Uttara Kannada district, Sirsi is like a hill-station set amidst emerald green forests and several waterfalls.


Friday, May 28, 2010

Diu Beach(Gujarat)-Location,How to reach,Introduction,History,Main attraction-Beaches,Church,Forts.



Diu is well known for its beautiful beaches. Diu is located at 125 kms from Junagadh.


How to Reach to Diu :

By Air :
The nearest airport of Keshod connecting to Mumbai via Porbandar and Rajkot.
By Rail :
Veraval is the nearest railway station to reach Diu. Diu is well connected to Rajkot , Veraval and Ahmedabad by rail.
By Road :
State transport buses and private luxury and semi luxury buses are available from all major cities of Gujarat.

Introduction:

Diu District is an island lying off the south coast of Gujarat's Kathiawar peninsula, separated from the mainland by a tidal creek. It has an area of 40 km².The town of Diu lies at the eastern end of the island, and is famous for its fortress and old Portuguese Cathedral. It is also a fishing town


Diu is famous for exotic liquors on golden sandy beaches, dense palm groves and historical monuments. It is the beautiful tiny island with a coastal length of 21 kms. Chakratirth beach at Diu has beautiful landscaped gardens, open air-auditorium and changing rooms. Other famous beaches at Diu are the Kevdi, Gomatimala, Goghla, and NaGoa beach

History:

In 1535 Bahadur Shah, the Sultan of Gujarat, concluded a defensive alliance with the Portuguese against the Mughal emperor Humayun, and allowed the Portuguese to construct the Diu Fort and maintain a garrison on the island. The alliance quickly unravelled, and attempts by the Sultans to oust the Portuguese from Diu between 1537 and 1546 failed. The Siege of Diu by the Ottoman Empire in 1538 was unsuccessful to repel the Portuguese. The fortress, completed by Dom João de Castro after the siege of 1545, still stands. The island was occupied by the Indian military on 19 December 1961.

Main Attraction:

  • Diu Fort: Among all the places, the Diu fort has a prominent position in the places of tourist interest. It is a huge and impressive structure. It was constructed between 1535 and 1541 by the Portuguese, the fort has gorgeous view of the sea and Panikotha. You feel the history and battle fought by gallant soldiers.
Diu Fort - Diu, Daman and Diu

  • Chakrateerth beach: although no watersports and other activities are available, you can love the sandy beach. It has a beautiful sunset point and a memorial of Indian battleship INS Khukri which was destroyed by Pakistan in the 1971 war (It was the only Indian ship destroyed by Pakistan in the battle)
  • Nagoa beach: is a horseshoe shaped beach with various water sports facilities.
  • Ghoghla beach: is the largest and gentlest beach of Diu. You can do swimming, sunbathing, parasailing, surfing etc.
  • Gangeshwar Mahadev: Gangeshwar Mahadev is 3 kilometers from the Jethibai Bus Terminus of Diu. This beautiful and sacred place has 5 shiv-lingams. The Shiv-lingam gets an abhishek by the ocean when it is on high tide. The legend is that the Pandavas worshipped load Shiva here during their exile.
  • St.Paul's Church
  • St.Francis Church
  • St.Thomas Church
  • INS Khukri Memorial:It was inaugurated on 15th December, 1999 in memory of the heroic sailors and officer who chose not to stop fighting and leave ship until it completely sank. INS Khukri was a frigate of the Indian navy
  • Sea Shell museum: A unique and amazing museum for lovers of ocean life.
  • Fortim-do-mar (Pani kotha)

Sunset At Diu



Thursday, May 27, 2010

Calangute ‘Queen of Beaches’:Location,Introduction,Major attraction,Best time to visit,Water sports, St Alex church,List of North & South Goa Beaches



Location:

‘Queen of Beaches’ of Goa.

By Air : The nearest airport is at Dabolim, which is 29 km away from Panaji.

By Road : Calangute beach is a just 30 min bus ride up the coast from Panaji, the capital of Goa. There are frequent buses to Panaji and Mapusa from Calangute. Mapusa is about 8 km away from Calangute.

By Rail : The nearest railway station is at Karmali, which is 11 km away from Panaji. Panaji is just half an hour's drive away from Calangute. Private transportation facilities - deluxe, semi-deluxe and ordinary - are also available at the railway station here.


Best Time to visit:

You may plan your trip to Calangute Beach any time of the year but the months from June to October may be avoided owing to the heavy rainfall.

Introduction:


Beaches around Goa are suitable for a range of activities, including sunbathing, swimming and bathing, water sports and even partying, with a number featuring open-air parties and raves at night-time. Many of Goa's beaches and resorts are at their most popular between November and March, with a number offering bamboo, palm-thatched beach hut accommodation, with sandy floors and superb coastal views

On the shores of the Arabian Sea, under the shade of palm trees, bathes the Queen of Beaches-Calangute. Calangute seems to be a distortion of the local vernacular word -'Koli-gutti', which means land of fishermen. Some people connect it with Kalyangutti (village of art) or Konvallo-ghott (strong pit of the coconut tree) because the village is full of coconut trees

Calangute became a traveler's cliche in the '60s and early'70s. It was the hippies who discovered the pristine surroundings and blissful serenity and golden sands. The hippies also spread the word around and brought hordes of European tourists

Why Goa Calangute Beach is so special?

Goa Calangute beach is a haven for the hippies. It was the hippies who discovered this beach in the late 60s. The exquisite beauty of the Calangute beach in India's Goa soon spread around, bringing hordes of European tourists. And this trend has still been continuing…tourists come down to this small Indian state of Goa searching for this lovely beach. Once you reach Calangute beach in Goa, then you can spend your vacation soaked in the serenity of the sea, sun and sand. Goa Calangute beach is often crowded with people, children making sand castles, colorful crowds surging towards the sea, hippies busy remembering the good old times and the young and old alike lazing on the golden sands.


Major Attractions:

  • While at Calangute you must check out the complex that treasures exhibits arts and crafts of local artistes.
  • The complex also hosts the concerts for the benefit of the enthusiasts of Indian classical music and dance.
  • Calangute Beach Goa India - At the Calangute beach you must check out the Saturday bazaar for some good bargains.
  • Calangute Beach in India - The market offers a wide range of items from daily food items to souvenirs.
  • Then there is the Tibetan market that offers gems and silverwork, wooden statues of the Buddha's besides Hindu deities.

Water Sports:


The beach at Calangute is also visited by the adventure lovers, who throng this place for various water sports activities. Calangute beach in Goa offers para-sailing, water skiing and wind surfing which starts in the afternoon when the wind is blowing in the right direction and it continues till sunset


Church of St Alex:


The Church of St Alex is a must visit pace in Goa. With its two majestic towers and a dome with a magnificent charm gracing the facade, the Church of St. Alex boasts of an aesthetic beauty that is displayed on its architectural style and elaborately decorated altars. The church celebrated the fourth centenary of its parish church in 1996. People come to the place from far of places

Other North Goa Beaches

Arambol
Morjim
Chapora
Vagator
Anjuna
Baga
Calangute
Candolim
Sinquerim
Bambolim
Miramar
Dona Paula
Aguada

South Goa Beaches:

Agonda
Bogmalo
Majorda
Colva
Benaulim
Varca
Cavelossim
Mobor
Canaguinim
Palolem