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Spread across thousands of kilometres, Tasmanian waterways are a hotspot for kayaking enthusiasts from across the globe.
Tasmanian waterways
TASMANIAN SPLASH
Spread across thousands of kilometres, Tasmanian waterways are a hotspot for kayaking enthusiasts from across the globe.
There's an otherworldly quality to Tasmania-the island where gothic landscapes and wooded wilderness blend seamlessly with 5,400 kilometres of unspoilt coastlines and waterways. For outdoor enthusiasts, Tasmania is a veritable playground, particularly the Freycinet Peninsula on the east coast, which is a cannoeing and kayaking haven.
Book yourself in for a two-hour twilight tour of the waters around Hobart and enjoy the quiet dip and splash of your paddle, interrupted only by the cry of seagulls. Savour a surreal sunset over the Coles Bay horizon or paddle alongside Tasmania's remote western wilderness near Strahan. It's calming and thrilling all at once!
For bookings and more information on kayaking tours, visit www.discovertasmania.com
RAINGOD'S OWN COUNTRY
Romanticising the rains cannot get any better than in Kerala during the Monsoon-the first of the Indian states that ushers the tempestuous Southwest rainclouds into the country. The season promises to be a singular experience, almost sublime. Surrender at the altar of Ayurvedic wellness, which proclaims that this is the time to sink in and let go. Consider a stay at Zuri Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala, as it offers a 2N/3D package for two, starting from Rs 21,999. Valid till September 30. Call toll free: 1800 103 7007.
For further details log on to www.zurihotels.com
KALAHARI CALLING
The heavenly sleeping deck at Twsalu Kalahari, South Africa, will give safari-lovers a new perspective of a sundown in the desert. Tswalu Kalahari is one of the most luxurious lodges in this region, spread across 250,000 acres of wilderness. The property has an eight-suite lodge, and a private house for exclusive rent. The Malori (meaning dreamer in the local language ) or deck, offers guests the chance to catch the sunset over the Kalahari horizon or sleep under stars inthe heart of the game reserve. Guests can choose to rest under the deck's thatched roof or further along the deck, in the open.
For rates, reservations and more information, visit their website: www.tswalu.com
ST TROPEZ HIDEAWAY
Catch the Mediterranean sun this monsoon as you journey to the shores of the most glamouros beachtown in the French Riviera. St Tropez is where the well-heeled, scantily-dressed, A-listers land by the yachtful for villa soires. But should you need to step aside from the crowds of yacht-gawkers, make your way to the Moutte Festival. The lovely Chateau de la Moutte located on the outskirts, becomes the venue for evening recitals and performances, going from classic Chopin and Liszt to Spanish flamenco.
www.lesnuitsduchateaudelamoutte.com
GOING UNDERGROUND
Arthur Conan Doyle once said, "All this country is hollow," after visiting the Castleton Caves in the Peak District, near Manchester in the UK. Spread across 1,440-sq-km, the district has a network of underground prehistoric limestone caves that provide access to this subterranean region. One such cave is the Speedwell Cavern that can only be accessed through an underground boat ride.
Log on to www.peakdistrict.gov.uk for more information about the disctict and stay options.
CHUGGING IN CANADA
From the metropolis of Toronto to the serenity of Lake Louise, the cross-country train journey in Canada is as spectacular as it gets. The itInerary includes a Toronto tour, a visit to Niagara Falls, the Columbia icefield and Athabasca glacier, Banff, Sulphur Mountain and the Rockies too. You also get an extensive tour of Vancouver city and Victoria. This 17-20 day trip promises to be exciting and memorable.
For bookings, detailed itinerary and more information, visit http://in.canada.travel/
JUNGLE LORE
If Kuala Lampur's cosmopolitan cocktail becomes too intoxicating for you, the next time you're in Malaysia, consider a walk on the wild side in Taman Negara-one of the world's oldest rainforests, estimated to be about 130 million years old. The national park is a threehour drive or a four-hour boat ride from Kuala Lampur and is brimming with biological diversity. Activities here range from wildlife game, trekking and rock-climbing to fishing, and camping. The park is home to some rare fauna like the Indo-chinese tiger, Sumatran rhinoceros, Malayan gaur, and Asian elephant. For an angler, Taman Negara is fishing paradise. There are more than 300 fish varieties that thrive on rivers that flow through the park.
For bookings and more information, visit www.tourism.gov.my
BARCELONA ON A HIGH
With its brilliant contrast of modern and medieval architecture, Barcelona is a haven for those looking for a brush with culture. At the end of a long day of sightseeing, retire to the new opened Brisa del Mar situated in Hotel Duquesa de Cardona.Its sixth-floor is split into two; one area for sunbathing and swimming (guests only), the other for dining. The views from his rooftop bar are spectacular.
To book a place visit www.hduquesadecardona.com
Spread across thousands of kilometres, Tasmanian waterways are a hotspot for kayaking enthusiasts from across the globe.
There's an otherworldly quality to Tasmania-the island where gothic landscapes and wooded wilderness blend seamlessly with 5,400 kilometres of unspoilt coastlines and waterways. For outdoor enthusiasts, Tasmania is a veritable playground, particularly the Freycinet Peninsula on the east coast, which is a cannoeing and kayaking haven.
Book yourself in for a two-hour twilight tour of the waters around Hobart and enjoy the quiet dip and splash of your paddle, interrupted only by the cry of seagulls. Savour a surreal sunset over the Coles Bay horizon or paddle alongside Tasmania's remote western wilderness near Strahan. It's calming and thrilling all at once!
For bookings and more information on kayaking tours, visit www.discovertasmania.com
Romanticising the rains cannot get any better than in Kerala during the Monsoon-the first of the Indian states that ushers the tempestuous Southwest rainclouds into the country. The season promises to be a singular experience, almost sublime. Surrender at the altar of Ayurvedic wellness, which proclaims that this is the time to sink in and let go. Consider a stay at Zuri Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala, as it offers a 2N/3D package for two, starting from Rs 21,999. Valid till September 30. Call toll free: 1800 103 7007.
For further details log on to www.zurihotels.com
The heavenly sleeping deck at Twsalu Kalahari, South Africa, will give safari-lovers a new perspective of a sundown in the desert. Tswalu Kalahari is one of the most luxurious lodges in this region, spread across 250,000 acres of wilderness. The property has an eight-suite lodge, and a private house for exclusive rent. The Malori (meaning dreamer in the local language ) or deck, offers guests the chance to catch the sunset over the Kalahari horizon or sleep under stars inthe heart of the game reserve. Guests can choose to rest under the deck's thatched roof or further along the deck, in the open.
For rates, reservations and more information, visit their website: www.tswalu.com
Catch the Mediterranean sun this monsoon as you journey to the shores of the most glamouros beachtown in the French Riviera. St Tropez is where the well-heeled, scantily-dressed, A-listers land by the yachtful for villa soires. But should you need to step aside from the crowds of yacht-gawkers, make your way to the Moutte Festival. The lovely Chateau de la Moutte located on the outskirts, becomes the venue for evening recitals and performances, going from classic Chopin and Liszt to Spanish flamenco.
www.lesnuitsduchateaudelamoutte.com
Arthur Conan Doyle once said, "All this country is hollow," after visiting the Castleton Caves in the Peak District, near Manchester in the UK. Spread across 1,440-sq-km, the district has a network of underground prehistoric limestone caves that provide access to this subterranean region. One such cave is the Speedwell Cavern that can only be accessed through an underground boat ride.
Log on to www.peakdistrict.gov.uk for more information about the disctict and stay options.
From the metropolis of Toronto to the serenity of Lake Louise, the cross-country train journey in Canada is as spectacular as it gets. The itInerary includes a Toronto tour, a visit to Niagara Falls, the Columbia icefield and Athabasca glacier, Banff, Sulphur Mountain and the Rockies too. You also get an extensive tour of Vancouver city and Victoria. This 17-20 day trip promises to be exciting and memorable.
For bookings, detailed itinerary and more information, visit http://in.canada.travel/
If Kuala Lampur's cosmopolitan cocktail becomes too intoxicating for you, the next time you're in Malaysia, consider a walk on the wild side in Taman Negara-one of the world's oldest rainforests, estimated to be about 130 million years old. The national park is a threehour drive or a four-hour boat ride from Kuala Lampur and is brimming with biological diversity. Activities here range from wildlife game, trekking and rock-climbing to fishing, and camping. The park is home to some rare fauna like the Indo-chinese tiger, Sumatran rhinoceros, Malayan gaur, and Asian elephant. For an angler, Taman Negara is fishing paradise. There are more than 300 fish varieties that thrive on rivers that flow through the park.
For bookings and more information, visit www.tourism.gov.my
With its brilliant contrast of modern and medieval architecture, Barcelona is a haven for those looking for a brush with culture. At the end of a long day of sightseeing, retire to the new opened Brisa del Mar situated in Hotel Duquesa de Cardona.Its sixth-floor is split into two; one area for sunbathing and swimming (guests only), the other for dining. The views from his rooftop bar are spectacular.
To book a place visit www.hduquesadecardona.com
