Published on: 02 May 2018
Last Updated on: 12 March 2020
Jaisalmer, the famous Golden City attracts tourists from across the world. The striking view of the sunset behind the sand dunes, adventure sports in the deserts, the thrilling camel safari and the camps in Jaisalmer make the itinerary most enjoyable. So choose the best Jaisalmer Tour packages from our bouquet of packages as per your convenience and enjoy your vacation in a different style altogether. The city of Jaisalmer is internationally famous for its desert camping.
Jaisalmer Camel Safari: Take The View Through Another Way
One of the major tourist attractions in the entire state of Rajasthan is the desert camping places in the city of Jaisalmer. If you visit Jaisalmer, you should definitely visit the deserts here.
Camel safari – Enjoy Jaisalmer on the ship of the desert
The Jaisalmer Camel safari gives you an exhilarating experience of the vast open Thar Desert. The bumpy rides on the camel holding the camel hump gives you a different view of the place much different from the one in your hotel room. It is true when it is said that you really need to book the camel safari to experience the beauty of Jaisalmer. The safari takes you through the sandy tracks and the remote villages. Enjoy the firsthand view of the rustic yet simple living of the village folks on Rajasthan Tour Packages. The beautifully decorated camels take you to the remotest of the places and can bring the oomph factor to your sightseeing. You can enjoy the safari in the desert where the desert is all rustic. Jaisalmer, Bikaner, and Ossian are the ones you shouldn’t be missing at any cost.
There is more to the package beside the camel ride. After witnessing the spectacular sunset, you can enjoy the folk music and other cultural programs performed by the local artists at the campfire in the evening. The camels are also nicely ornamented for the program.
Main attractions of the camel safari:
Gorgeous view of the sunrise in the Sam Sand dunes
View of the picturesque sunset from the camelback.
Ride to the remote areas of the desert
Enjoying the splash in the oasis in the desert
Visit various settlements around the oasis
Exploring the desert riches of flora and fauna
Witnessing the desert wildlife in their natural habitat
Visit the abandoned village- Kuldhara
Sophisticated tent accommodation in the camp in the evening.
Enjoying the folk performances by the campfire
The camel safaris are available for the entire day or for even half a day as per the choice of the tourists. The entire day camel ride goes for about 5-6 hours broken into 2 sessions. The tourists and holidaymakers can ride the camel in the morning and the evening sessions. The afternoons are not preferred for such rides because of the soaring temperatures in the area.
The desert life will be an entirely new experience to many and the camel safari lets you feel and experience such life at affordable prices though for a small time.
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Israel captures a person’s imagination at first sight. This is the place to come across the myriad colors and wonders of nature. If the various sacred sites strewn across the region strike the spiritual chord in you, then the wonderful shiny beaches enliven your stay. This place also displays its cosmopolitan side at its various bars, cafes and beaches at Tel Aviv, and at the boutique wineries of the Galilee region.
Naturally, experiencing the best of what Israel has to offer is a pretty daunting task. However, with the list of things to do in Israel described in this blog, you can be rest assured that every moment in Israel will seem like a celebration.
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Red Sea Star
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Ever heard of underwater dining? Red Sea Star, the underwater restaurant, brings that wild imagination to life. Created 10 years ago, it constitutes a combination of two areas. The one above called the Metro Bar, offers splendid views of the Gulf of Aqaba, while the underwater area, called the Red Sea Star (so-called because it resembles the shape of a star), consists of an underground bar, including a floor covered in sand.
Beit Guvrin Caves
Beit Guvrin Caves were excavated from an area that was once called the Israeli cities of Maresha and Beit Guvrin. Archaeologists have come across many caves that spanned across several eras, from the Sidonian and Israelite to the Roman. Some of the caves may have served as hideouts and defenses. The highlight of these caves are the painted burial rooms created by the Sidonians. A Roman amphitheater, standing above the ground ruins of the city of Maresha, is an attraction in its own right.
Rosh HaNikra Grottoes
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Rosh HaNikra Grottoes, located on the coast in proximity to Lebanon’s border, was once a diver’s delight. The pure blue waters found in the caves here are as much of an attraction as a mystery.
The caves were formed through millennia of strong waves crashing against the soft chalk cliffs on the Mediterranean Sea. The gondola cars that operate here transport the riders from the top of the white cliffs to the bottom in just around two minutes. Naturally, this site is one of the most prominent tourist attractions in Israel.
Shrine of the Book
Israel’s Shrine of the Book, part of Israel Museum, was constructed in 1965. It houses ancient biblical parchments known as the Dead Sea Scrolls. This modern womb-like shrine has been created in the modernist line of architecture.
The exterior assumes a rounded peak with sculpted striations lapping up its walls, while the spacious interiors display the Dead Sea Scrolls the year-round. The glass cases on the outer ring of the shrine contain pages, but, it’s the central display which resembles a giant Torah scroll, that hogs the limelight.
Tel Hazor
A tour to Israel must involve visiting Tel Hazor, a UNESCO designated World Heritage Site located over the ruins of an ancient city. Occupying over 200 acres just north of the Sea of Galilee, this region has yielded some incredible archaeological finds.
Some of the major attractions for the tourists here are the Solomonic city gates, a restored Late Bronze Age Temple and the city acropolis. The Canaanite Orthostat and Stele Temples are other sites that are worth visiting.
Makhtesh Ramon
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Israel is full of bizarre geological formations called makhteshim (craters), and one of them is Makhtesh Ramon. Extending to 40km in length and possessing a width of almost 10km, it is undoubtedly Israel’s largest national park – Ramon Nature Reserve.
Visits and expeditions to this region can be conducted from the valley’s only town, Mitzpe Ramon (Ramon Observation Point), albeit visitors should avoid the mid-day heat. The best way of experiencing the magic of this place is staying overnight in one of the hand-woven tents and enjoying the company of the Bedouin herders.
Dialogue in the Dark
How about going blind for a day? Well, not literally! Dialogue in the Dark, an exhibition funded by former journalist Andreas Heinecke, consists of a series of pitch-black galleries which require visitors to experience their surroundings through visionless stimuli.
The visitors here are guided by blind or partially sighted persons who orient them to the surroundings, thereby providing a heightened sense of security in the darkened environment. The completion of the tour is followed by a conversation between the guide and vision-restored visitors.
Atlit Yam
Your holidays to Israel are incomplete without a visit to Atlit Yam, which contains the submerged ruins of a Neolithic coastal settlement. Dating back to 6900-6300 BC, these underwater excavations have unearthed wells, graves, and houses.
This historic site was discovered by marine archaeologist Ehud Galili and holds several unique fascinations. One of these is the seven megaliths arranged in a semi-circle encircling a freshwater spring, located in the center of the settlement.
Saba's Little Museum
Saba’s Little Museum is a wonderful museum located in the Jerusalem Hills. Its uniqueness arises from the various items that trace the history of the Jewish people and their way of life from Biblical times until today.
Stuffed in a small cluster of warehouses, this museum contains a collection of items ranging from memorabilia and junk to modern appliances. Children’s toy cars, vintage radio sets, along with some barrels and rusted steel cooking barrels are some of the items that a visitor comes across.
Meah Shearim
To get a glimpse of the ultra-conservative lifestyle of Jews, head to Meah Shearim. This neighborhood in Israel is home to the ultra-orthodox Haredim. A visitor can easily recognize this neighborhood by the community that resides in it – black suits with matching hats, full beards, and long and curling sidelocks known as eyes. You may end up buying Jewish texts with a high discount and gorging on some traditional baked goods.
Golden Calf Altar
The Golden Calf Altar was an idol made by Aaron for the Israelites during the absence of Moses. However, most of Israel’s idols were destroyed by the Assyrians when they raided them for their gold in 722 BC. Although visitors can no longer view the Golden Calf as it once existed, they can explore the ruins of the main sanctuary where the calf could have been located. Besides, visitors can also examine the numerous standing stone shrines that line the gate to the city.
Yad Layeled Children’s Memorial Museum
Among the many tourist places in Israel, this one will move your soul and heart completely. Yad Layeled Children’s Memorial Museum is a moving memorial to the 1.5 million Jewish children who were victims of the Holocaust. Visitors are shown various exhibits which include films, period artifacts and the testimonies of children who had to live during those frightening times.
Ein Bokek beach
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The Ein Bokek Beach is a wonderful stretch of fine, golden sand that attracts a steady stream of visitors the year-round. The beach is equipped with various facilities like beach showers, changing rooms, lifeguards, etc. It’s a wonderful place to while your time and enjoy the pleasures of the beach.
Shahrazad
Want to taste some authentic Middle Eastern cuisine? Go to Shahrazad. This Middle Eastern restaurant in Haifa serves authentic cuisine of the region with an indigenous twist. An example of this is the dish “mansaf” (rice with ground lamb, tangy goat yogurt, pine nuts, saffron, and nutmeg), which is served with ordinary falafel balls. The tamarind juice here is another great stuff to try out.
Mount of the Beatitudes
This spectacular Roman Catholic Church, built-in 1937, stands on a site where it’s popularly believed that Lord Jesus delivered his Sermon on the Mount. The sermon’s opening lines begin with the phrase “Blessed are.”
The octagonal church inside which is looked after by Franciscan nuns are commemorated in the stained glass just below the dome, with the seven virtues being represented around the altar. Besides, the wonderful balcony and gardens provide spectacular views of the Sea of Galilee.
Hecht Museum
Hecht Museum is one of the many amazing places to visit in Israel. However, the one collection that stands out is the Ma'agan Mikhael Shipwreck – the well-preserved remains of a 13.5m long merchant ship from 400 BC. Apart from these, the archaeology section also contains an entire section on the Phoenicians. Besides, Israelite, Moabite and Phoenician seals from the First Temple period and an incredible collection of ancient coins can also be found here.
Al-Jazzar Mosque
Al-Jazzar Mosque, built-in 1781 in typical Ottoman Turkish style, is the third most important mosque in Israel and the Palestinian territories. The mosque is distinguished by its enormous green dome and is accented with a graceful pencil minaret. Somewhere around the base of the minaret, one can find the small twin-domed building which contains the sarcophagi of Al-Jazzar and his adopted son and successor, Suleyman.
Tabor Winery
To know the ins and outs of wine processing, and sampling some of the best wine to be found anywhere, visit the Tabor Winery. It has gained a legendary reputation both for its red and white wine and produces almost two million bottles a year. Apart from been given a free tasting of the wine, visitors are provided with guided tours for groups of 10 or more. The winery also runs one-and-a-half-hour grape harvests from late July to August.
Beit She’an National Park
To get a glimpse of what life was like during the Roman Empire, visit the Beit She’ a National Park. The opulence and grandeur that surrounded the everyday life of the Romans is reflected through the colonnaded streets, a 7,000-seat theatre which looks the same as it did 1800 years ago, two stone columns and two bathhouses. The incredible part about all of them is that they lie exactly where they fell during the Galilee earthquake of 749 AD.
Centre International Marie de Nazareth
Any tour to Israel inevitably involves a visit to the Centre International Marie de Nazareth. Located across the street from the Basilica of the Annunciation, this place serves as a venue for ecumenical work among Christians, besides the promotion of inter-faith dialogue. Built by Chemin Neuf, a Roman Catholic community-based in France, this fabulous cultural center consists of peaceful rooftop gardens which contain plants mentioned in the Bible. They offer amazing 360-degree panoramas.
Agamon HaHula
Your holidays in Israel are incomplete without a visit to Agamon HaHula – one of Israel’s favorite parks, located in Hula Valley. To see an unbelievable amount of storks, pelicans, and cranes, you need to head to this place right away. This crane-watching opportunity really comes as a privilege. Comfortably seated in your vehicle, you can view these magnificent creatures from the closest range possible. The other birds that can be seen here occasionally include pelicans and storks.
Bahai Gardens
Visited by over half a million visitors a year, the Bahai Gardens are one of the major tourist attractions in Israel. Their unique design, which combines geometrical shapes with the conservation of natural and historic landscape features, enchants the visitors to no end. In July 2008, these gardens were included in UNESCO’s World Heritage List for being holy places possessing outstanding universal value. The gardens comprise a staircase of 129 terraces which extend all the way up the northern slope of Mount Carmel.
Yad Vashem
A visit to the Yad Vashem memorial in Jerusalem will move your inner spirit and overwhelm your emotions like never before. This memorial is dedicated to the six million Jews who died at the hands of Nazis. One can find the names and personal details of millions of victims recorded in the Hall of Names. The centerpiece of the museum is the Holocaust History Museum, which lies on the lower level. Exploring the entire museum takes about three hours in total.
Ancient Galilee Boat
To come across a fascinating piece of history during your holidays in Israel, visit the Yigal Alon Museum, where you will stumble upon the ancient Galilee boat. The discovery of this boat was made by a local fisherman in 1986 when the waters of the Sea of Galilee were at their lowest ebb. The fishing vessel measures 8.2m in length and is made from 12 kinds of recycled wood. Wall panels and three short films tell the amazing story of its discovery and preservation. It’s said that this boat was used by the members of Jesus’s ministry.
Said Abu Elafia & Sons
You cannot be in Israel and not visit Said Abu Elafia & Sons – one of the best bakeries of Tel Aviv. Established in 1880, this bakery spans across four generations. Visitors love to gorge on its bourekas (stuffed bread with sheep’s cheese), sambusas (filled pastries) and a unique Arab oven-baked pizza-like concoction filled with eggs, tomato, cheese and olives.
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Savouring delicious food hits the list of every traveller who loves to gorge on good food. People do turn out to be travellers to witness the beauty of places, their culture and customs. Some even travel to discover the best of them, whereas some travel to taste the popular food of particular places.
If you are one of such an avid traveller cum foodie, then indulge yourself in a gastronomic tour to the City of Dreams, Mumbai, and amaze yourself exploring the eating side of Mumbai. And wy to wonder about how to reach there? Where there is will, there is a way. You can check for a number of flights which land up in Mumbai and run from there. Chennai to Mumbai flights are quite ubiquitous, along with Delhi to Mumbai ones. There are also flights from every major city of India, and not only flights, if you are looking for a budget tour, then hop into a train which leads to Mumbai. There are several which run every day. So, choose the best mode which suits your pocket. Also, one can enjoy the bus or the car ride, and look for the taxi service which is available from all the nearby cities of Mumbai, like Pune, Nashik etc.
So, once you reach Mumbai, make haste to devour the creme de la creme dishes of the place, and satiate your stomachs like never before. Here is a list of the categories you must go through while looking for food in Mumbai.
SeaFood
The Arabian Sea which embraces the land of Mumbai makes it a perfect paradise for seafood. Goan, Malwani and Mangalorean are the major Seafood types available in Mumbai. Savour the best seafood at Mahesh Lunch Home, which serves the creme de la creme Mangalorean food, of which ladyfish and pomfret are their signature dishes. Trishna is another popular place which served the best Hyderabadi fish tikka, crab delicacies and variants of jumbo prawns with green chillies and pepper sauce. The place is quite expensive, but who minds shelling out some bucks for a perfect feast of these scrumptious dishes! Soul Fry serves delicious prawns and Goan crab curries, that one can wolf down an entire meal. Try it out yourself.
Desserts
Experience the sweetness of Mumbai devouring its sweets and desserts. All those you have a sweet tooth, this is something which can elate them. The popular dessert here is the jalebis. Sold at every sweet shop dotted in Mumbai’s nook and corner, the mouthwatering, sugar soaked jalebis are the perfect sweet to complete a meal. Try out the best kulfis of the country at the New Kulfi Centre at the Chowpatty Beach, which serves a wide variety of yummy kulfis, like saffron, pistachio and mango. And it’s a sin to leave Mumbai without gorging on the famous faloodas at Badshah Snacks and Drinks.
Street Food
Mumbai’s street food is the most sought for throughout India. From spicy and scrumptious chaat and pav bhaji to bhel puri, samosa and vada pav, even the sight of these foods would leave you drooling. Try these lip smacking dishes and make your Mumbai trip memorable.
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Planning a Caribbean beach vacation with your loved ones? Ocho Rios and Negril are two of the most popular tourist destinations for travelers looking for an exotic beach vacation in the Caribbean island nation of Jamaica.
Here are 30 quick facts about the beautiful coastal town of Ocho Rios, which is home to some of the world’s most breathtaking beaches and luxury all-star beachfront resorts.
Jamaica is the third-largest island in the Caribbean and is famous for its picturesque beach towns Ocho Rios and Negril.
Ocho Rios is a Spanish phrase that translates to “eight rivers.”
Climate: All of Jamaica, including Ocho Rios, has a tropical and humid climate throughout the year. The average annual temperature is a pleasant 26°C or 79°F.
Local weather: Ocho Rios is the hottest in June (at 29°C/84°F) and the coolest in January (at 26°C/79°F). It sees maximum rain in October.
Best time to visit: December, January, and May are when most tourists visit Ocho Rios. December to February, the winter season, is considered the best time to visit Ocho Rios if you don’t mind the crowds and the high prices. Else, go during fall (September to November) or spring (March to May).
Population: Ocho Rios is a port town located on Jamaica’s north coast and has a population of about 10,000.
Language: English is widely spoken and understood across Jamaica.
Ocho Rios is known for its natural beauty of white sand beaches, waterfalls and, botanical gardens.
Time zone: Ocho Rios follows EST (Eastern Standard Time).
Economy: The economy of this quaint resort town survives and thrives on international tourism.
Port town: The town of Ocho Rios serves as a port for cargo and cruise ships.
Airport: The nearest airport is the Sangster International Airport. Other airports that accept international flights are located in Montego Bay and Kingston.
Currency: Locals transact in Jamaican dollars but USD is readily accepted across Jamaica.
Public library: Ocho Rios has its own town library, open all weekdays and also on Saturday.
Emergency number: 119 is the number to call in case of emergencies such as fire or accident or theft.
Jazz Festival: Ocho Rios is famous for its two-week annual Jazz Festival, held mid-June.
Dunn’s: The stunning Dunn’s River Falls in Ocho Rios’ most popular natural attraction, located about 2.5 miles from the cruise ship port.
Post office: The local post office is located on Main Street and is open all weekdays.
Courier: Use UPS for sending mail or packages faster and to avoid the crowds at the post office. The local office is located in Ocean Village.
Hospital: Ocho Rios does have a clinic on Main Street but it does not have a hospital. The nearest hospital is located about 7 miles away in St. Ann’s Bay.
Medication: There are several pharmacies in town and most are open all days of the week.
ATMs: There are several banks and ATMs located throughout town.
Things to do: Snorkeling, white water rafting, water and land sports, Bobsledding at Mystic Mountain, and exploring local markets and street-side cuisine.
Places to see Sun Valley Plantation, Dunns’ River Falls, Fern Gully, Green Grotto Caves, Coyaba Museum and Gardens, Reggae Explosion Museum, Firefly Museum and Bar, Riverhead Adventure Trail, and more.
Shopping: Shop at the local crafts market, shopping plazas, Ocho Rios Craft Park, and several duty-free shops. Be prepared to be pestered by street vendors to buy something and don’t forget to bargain.
Getting around: The best way to get around Ocho Rios is by renting a taxicab through JUTA (Jamaica Union of Travelers Association).
All-inclusive luxury vacations: Ocho Rios is home to some of the Caribbean’s best luxury beach resorts and hotels that offer attractive Jamaica all-inclusive travel deals for families, couples, as well as group travelers.
Safety: Ocho Rios receives a large number of visitors each year and is generally considered safe for tourists. However, it is advisable to not venture out alone in the dark and to avoid traveling with strangers. Check the US Government’s latest travel advisory on traveling to Jamaica.
National Holidays: Independence Day, Good Friday, Easter, Christmas, New Year's Day, Emancipation Day, Ash Wednesday, National Heroes Day, and Boxing Day.
Water: While filtered tap water at your resort may be safe to drink, carry bottled water when going out and also if you’re prone to falling sick.
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