HONEYMOON DESTINATION

GOA

Whether you choose it as your honeymoon destination or family vacation, Goa’s sandy beaches and historical attractions will have you charmed.

Well connected to all major cities via air, rail and even bus from neighboring Maharashtra and Karnataka, there are plenty of options available for every family and every budget. Goa’s coastline is peppered with up to 77 miles (125 km) of pure shores. These beaches are divided into North and South, with the more popular tourist sites such as Baga, Anjuna and vagator located in the south. Possible the most famous of its imports, after cashews and fenny, this delicious meat delicacy, marinated for days on end before it reaches the wok, is like nectar to the Gods.

In the evening, go for a walk on the beach.  Better food, a lyrical sunset and a charming local band that serenades complete your first day. Goa appears to be one of the few places in our beautiful country that has been discovered by foreign tourists.

DALHOUSIE

If you want to spend your honeymoon amidst the nature, then Dalhousie is the ideal destination. The region is full of emerald green mountains, valleys and gushing rivers. Your honeymoon in Dalhousie will be a memorable event for you due to its magnificent scenic beauty.

Most of the places in Dalhousie are surrounded by dense greenery and forests. In the winter time, the green valleys pull over the thick blanket of snow. However the best time to pay a visit to Dalhousie is summer. Dalhousie is the perfect example of Himalayan beauty.

There are many places in and around Dalhousie. You can visit the ancient Chamba valley. You can visit to the ancient temples and monuments in this valley.

HOW TO REACH

By Air

The nearest airports are at Gaggal near Dharamsala, Amritsar and Jammu, all of which are within a circuit of 130 km to 190 km. Tourist taxis and buses are available from the respective three destinations for transfer to Dalhousie.

By Rail

Catch the Jhelum Express, Jammu-Delhi Express or Himachal Express to Pathankot. Railway station: Pathankot, 80 km away, is the nearest railhead for Dalhousie. From here, it is a two-hour uphill drive by taxi, car or bus.

By Road

Himachal Pradesh Tourism runs deluxe buses from Simla and Dharamsala to Dalhousie. Fares range between Rs 150 and Rs 500. Road routes are good via Ambala or Patiala to Pathankot. Even though the roads are not very broad, the drive upto Dalhousie is quite comfortable. Bus terminus: The bus stand is a 10-minute walk down the road from Subhash Chowk, near the Tourist Information Office.

PLACES OF VISIT

Khajjiar
Subhash Baoli
Panchpula
Kalatop wildlife sanctuary
Churches
Laxmi Narayan Temple

WHAT TO BUY

The roads along Gandhi Chowk are dotted with tiny shops selling ethnic trinkets and other souvenirs. The Himachal Hand loom Industry Emporium on Thandi Sarak is a good place to buy a woollen shawl. The Tibetan Handicrafts Centre is about 3 km from Gandhi Chowk along the Khajjiar Road. The best thing about this place is that it has Tibetan carpets made to order. Other things to buy include bags and purses.

The news gathered from travel and tourism websites.

STAR ATTRACTION

TEA COUNTY LUXURY HILL RESORT-MUNNAR

HOW TO GET THERE

Munnar is 162 km from Madurai, 125 km from Kochi and 110 km from Thekkady. The resort is just 500 meters from the Munnar bus terminal.

THINGS TO DO

Tourist attractions are aplenty. Visit the tea factory and museum (2 km), Devi kulam (8 km), Pallivasal Luckom and Chinnacanal water falls (9 to 14 km), Rajamalai National Park (14 km), Marayoor sandalwood forest (36 km), Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary (60 km).

Stays indoors spend time at the gym, the beer parlor or at the Ayurvedic massage centre. Play table-tennis or billiards. Or, shell out Rs. 1,000/- and book the tepidarium for an hour and play or stay afloat in the special pool of warm water with your family.

TARIFF

The suite costs Rs. 8,500/- . Deluxe cottages at Rs. 6,500/-. Regular cottages at Rs. 5,500/-. Off season and honeymoon packages also available.

For reservations and details, Contact: 04865-230460/230969

E mail: teacounty@vsnl.com

This article is read from a news paper.