Snow Skiing in Kashmir-India

Thinking of Snow skiing in India, Best places for Skiing in India are Gulmarg in Kashmir and Auli in Uttarakhand. However, most people prefer Gulmarg as it is easily accesible.

Snow Skiing in Gulmarg
Kashmir - One of the jewels in the crwon of India, honeymooner's paradise, heaven on earth and many more praising titles have been given to Kashmir. Any foreign or Indian Traveler thinking of good vacactions in India, i will advise them to must visit the Valleys of Kashmir. All around years, tourist throng to Kashmir after getting suffered from Urban Life Chaos.

Places to visit in Kashmir are Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Leh & Ladakh.

Among these tourist places, Gulmarg is highlighted town in Winters because of Snow Skiing. The best place for Snow Skiing in North India.

Skiing in Gulmarg usually starts from the mid of December onwards till Beginning of March every year. Snow falling during December, January and February is heavy and thus is ideal place to do skiing.

Minimum stay of 3 Nigths in Gulmarg, is best way to enjoy the skiing in Gulmarg. For the freshers or first timers, better to take the services of Snow Skiing Trainers.

Recommended Kashmir Travel Packages For Travelers:

1. Gulmarg Skiing tour package
2. Honeymooners Paradise Tour

Korean Tourism & Bollywood

Korean Tourism Board (KTB) has got the better idea to promote its country’s tourism throught bollywood movies. For this purpose Korean Tourism Board has tied up with bollywood producer Sajid Nadiadwala to promote the scenic beauty of the country in his coming movie KICK with bollywood actor Salman Khan and Actress Sonakshi Sinha. This great of idea of promoting the Korea as tourist destination to attract Indian Tourists worked when Sajid Nadiadwala received an invitation from Korean Tourism Organisation (KTO) president to Korea and thus Sajid signed the agreement to set scenes of his films in the country.

The movie will show the scenic beauty of some really good places in Korea like Seoul, Busan and Jeju Island. Besides, Seoul, Jeju Island and Busan, Kick, the action adventure directed by Shirish Kunder is likely to feature some scenes in the picturesque Gangwon Do too.

Some actions sequences in wild outdoors of Korea have been performed by Bollywood actor Salman Khan. The actor is supposed to start training in martial arts with famous French stunt director, Philip Guegan for the same. The Korean government is expected to offer assistance too, as far as martial arts experts and stunt artistes are concerned.
The Tie up between Korean Tourism Board and Bollywood Producer will bring more chances of Korean Tourist to Travel to India.

India’s favorite Heritage Destination – Caves of Maharashtra

Caves of Maharashtra Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves and Elephanta Caves have got remarkable international tourist arrivals. These Historical Caves of Maharashtra, now became popular amongst foreign tourists as Heritage Tourist Destination for last three years. Another less known heritage places like Bibi ka Maqbara - replica of the Taj Mahal, the Agakhan Palace near Pune and a live memorial of sorts for Mahatma Gandhi, have also marked the increase in arrivals of foreign Tourists.
There is increase of almost 35% international tourists arrivals in this state of India for last three years. According to the census, total number of foreign visitors have increased from 99,600 in 2008-09 to more than one and half lakh in 2010-11 (these figures issued by Ministry of Culture Showed in TOI).

Important Travel information and how to reach at Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves and Elephanta Caves
Ajanta Caves have been recognized as Heritage Monument by UNESCO – United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization since 1983. Ajanta Caves are 29 rock cut monuments and is believed to be 2nd Century BC dated back. Ajanta Caves includes paintings, sculptures of Buddhist religion. These caves have built in 2 phases – first in 200 BC and second in 600 BC.
Ajanta Caves Picture Gallery:

How to reach: Ajanta Caves are located at 107 Kms in North of Aurangabad.
By Rail – Nearest Railway station to Ajanta Caves is Jalgaon which is at 60 kms approx. on Delhi – Mumbai Route.
By flight- Nearest airport to Ajanta Caves is Aurangabad which is at 107 kms approx.
Timings: 9.00AM to 17.30PM Indian Standard Time (IST). Kindly note that Ajanta Caves are closed on Every Monday.
Location: 107 kms in North of Aurangabad City in Maharashtra State of India.

Ellora Caves recognized by UNESCO and is archaeological as well as Heritage Site. These Caves Were Built by Rashtrakuta Dynasty. Ellora Caves depicts the epitome of Indian Rock Cut Architecture. The statues and architecture inside Ellora Caves shows Hindu, Jain and Buddhist religions. Ellora Caves were built between 5th and 10th Century. There are 12 Buddhist (1-12), 17 Hindu (13-29) and 5 Jain (30-34) caves built in proximity displaying the religious harmony prevailed during 5th Century of Indian History.

Ellora Caves Picture Gallery:

How to reach: Ellora Caves are located at 30 Kms from Aurangabad.
By Rail – Nearest Railway station to Ellora Caves is Aurangabad which is at 30 kms approx. o
By flight- Nearest airport to Ellora Caves is Aurangabad
Timings: 9.00 hours to 17.30 hours as per Indian Standard Time (IST). Kindly note that Ellora Caves are closed on Every Tuesday.
Location: 30 kms from Aurangabad City in Maharashtra State of India.

Elephanta Caves are sculpted caves and are located on Elephanta Island nearby Mumbai Harbour. Elephanta Caves are 10 in the east of Mumbai city. Elephanta Caves consist of Two Groups of Caves first is Hindu caves and second is Buddhist Caves. Hindu Caves Rock cut art and dedicated to Lord Shiva and is dated between 5th – 8th century. The real name of Elephanta Island is Gharapuri. Elephanta name has been given by Portuguese on seeing its huge gigantic statue of an Elephant at the entrance. The statue has been relocated in the garden outside the Bhau Daji Lad (erstwhile Victoria & Albert) Museum at the Jijamata Udyan (erstwhile Victoria Gardens) at Byculla in Mumbai. Elephanta Caves were designated to UNECSO in 1987 and currently is maintained by ASI (Archaeological Survey of India)

Elephanta Caves Picture Gallery:

How to reach: Elephanta Caves are located at 10 Kms from Mumbai Harbour and can be reached by a ferry/boat from Gateway of India.
By Rail – Nearest Railway station to Elephanta Caves is CST Railway Station (Chatarpati ShivaJi Terminus)
By flight- Nearest airport to Elephanta Caves is Mumbai airport.
Timings: 9.00 hours to 17.30 hours as per Indian Standard Time (IST). Kindly note that Elephanta Caves are closed on Every Monday.
Location: 10 kms from Mumbai City in Maharashtra State of India.

Good news for Train Travellers

 "Use Less Paper,Save more Trees"-

IRCTC deems SMS confirmations/screenshots of e-tickets as valid tickets on trains.

To take green initiative and to save paper IRCTC (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation), ticket examiners will now accept an SMS message or screenshot of the e-ticket confirmation on passenger’s mobile/laptop/tablet computers as tickets, along with an original identity proof. Earlier, a fine of Rs 50 per ticket was imposed on those travelling without e-ticket printouts. "It is enough if passengers show the screen-shot of their e-ticket displayed on laptop/mobile phone/tablet computers along with an original identification proof," said a senior IRTC official.

"Due to Telecom Regulatory Authority of India's (TRAI) SMS regulations, a few passengers are not getting the reservation status updates on their phones. But, the issue will be resolved soon. For now, we are providing updates through their registered e-mail," he said. Details of the Virtual Reservation Message (VRM) are displayed on the IRCTC website, urging passengers to stop using A4 printouts. About three lakh A4 sheets are expected to be saved across the country every day through this initiative, according to a report by Christin Mathew Philip in The Times of India.

By TBM Staff | Mumbai-2011

Good news for Train Travellers

 "Use Less Paper,Save more Trees"-

IRCTC deems SMS confirmations/screenshots of e-tickets as valid tickets on trains.

To take green initiative and to save paper IRCTC (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation), ticket examiners will now accept an SMS message or screenshot of the e-ticket confirmation on passenger’s mobile/laptop/tablet computers as tickets, along with an original identity proof. Earlier, a fine of Rs 50 per ticket was imposed on those travelling without e-ticket printouts. "It is enough if passengers show the screen-shot of their e-ticket displayed on laptop/mobile phone/tablet computers along with an original identification proof," said a senior IRTC official.

"Due to Telecom Regulatory Authority of India's (TRAI) SMS regulations, a few passengers are not getting the reservation status updates on their phones. But, the issue will be resolved soon. For now, we are providing updates through their registered e-mail," he said. Details of the Virtual Reservation Message (VRM) are displayed on the IRCTC website, urging passengers to stop using A4 printouts. About three lakh A4 sheets are expected to be saved across the country every day through this initiative, according to a report by Christin Mathew Philip in The Times of India.

By TBM Staff | Mumbai-2011

Gay and Lesbian Tourism in India Very Soon

~Gay and Lesbian Tourism,Held on 28th Nov. 2011@ Le Meridien~

Gay and Lesbian Tourism is going to introduce in India very soon. The Very First Asian Symposium on Gay & Lesbian Tourism is going to Held on 28th Nov. 2011 in Le Meridien Hotel; New Delhi the Capital City of India. The travel professionals from Travel Agencies, airlines and Hotels will take part in this Symopsium to promote.

As India has been shown its presence on the gay map, India was selected to host the 1st Asian Symposium on Gay & Lesbian Tourism. Symposium organiser Community Marketing, Inc. (CMI), founded in 1992 and is the leading world LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) tourism research, communications and marketing agency.

“The research found that among gay men, India ranks as the #2 desired cultural/adventure destination just behind Thailand, but ahead of China, South Africa and Japan,” Said Thomas Roth, Founder and President of Community Marketing. “India is the #1 desired destination from this list among lesbians surveyed. At the Symposium, Mr. Roth will present CMI’s latest research findings and trends affecting the future of gay tourism and hospitality.

Global LGBT Media to Visit India for the First Time:

In conjunction with the Symposium, New Delhi-based Out Journeys is hosting the first-ever LGBT Journalist Tour. Representatives of the leading LGBT print and online media from the USA, Canada, Germany and Australia will start their tour by participating in the Symposium, followed by a tour of New Delhi. The itinerary continues with visits to Agra, Fetehpur Sikri and Jaipur. They will then enjoy the experience of an overnight train trip to Varanasi, where they will be immersed in Hindu and Buddhist culture and history, before returning to New Delhi and their return flights. India is expected to be featured in gay travel publications and websites around the world as a result of this initiative.

Gay and Lesbian Tourism in India Very Soon

~Gay and Lesbian Tourism,Held on 28th Nov. 2011@ Le Meridien~

Gay and Lesbian Tourism is going to introduce in India very soon. The Very First Asian Symposium on Gay & Lesbian Tourism is going to Held on 28th Nov. 2011 in Le Meridien Hotel; New Delhi the Capital City of India. The travel professionals from Travel Agencies, airlines and Hotels will take part in this Symopsium to promote.

As India has been shown its presence on the gay map, India was selected to host the 1st Asian Symposium on Gay & Lesbian Tourism. Symposium organiser Community Marketing, Inc. (CMI), founded in 1992 and is the leading world LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) tourism research, communications and marketing agency.

“The research found that among gay men, India ranks as the #2 desired cultural/adventure destination just behind Thailand, but ahead of China, South Africa and Japan,” Said Thomas Roth, Founder and President of Community Marketing. “India is the #1 desired destination from this list among lesbians surveyed. At the Symposium, Mr. Roth will present CMI’s latest research findings and trends affecting the future of gay tourism and hospitality.

Global LGBT Media to Visit India for the First Time:

In conjunction with the Symposium, New Delhi-based Out Journeys is hosting the first-ever LGBT Journalist Tour. Representatives of the leading LGBT print and online media from the USA, Canada, Germany and Australia will start their tour by participating in the Symposium, followed by a tour of New Delhi. The itinerary continues with visits to Agra, Fetehpur Sikri and Jaipur. They will then enjoy the experience of an overnight train trip to Varanasi, where they will be immersed in Hindu and Buddhist culture and history, before returning to New Delhi and their return flights. India is expected to be featured in gay travel publications and websites around the world as a result of this initiative.

Pushkar Camel Fair 31st Oct 2011 - 10th Nov 2011

Pushkar Camel Fair India

Pushkar Camel Fair / Festival
Year	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015
Date	02- 10 Nov.	20-28 Nov.	09-17 Nov.	01-08 Nov.	18-25 Nov.

Upcoming Pushkar Camel Fairs

How is the Pushkar Camel Fair Celebrated:

In Pushkar Camel Fair, the camels are dressed up, entered into beauty contests, raced, and traded. It is like Local Huge Carnival flocked with musicians, magicians, dancers, acrobats, snake charmers and carousel rides to entertain the crowd. 

Another famous Cultural Fair is going to happen from Nov 6th - Nov 9th. During this Cultural Fair, all government aided cultural activities take place such as folk dance shows, music performances, and other similar activities. 

During Pushkar Fair, pilgrims come from different parts of India to bathe in the holy waters of Pushkar's lake to be absolved of their sins. The two days around the full moon are considered to be the most auspicious time of the year for bathing in the lake.

Many tourist from foreign Countries visit Pushkar Fair to visualize the spectacular moments of cultural gathering with the blend of Folk dances, folk music, Cultural activities, rural sports like Camel race. It is really a great opportunity to witness an old traditional Indian style festival. The highlight is definitely the camel races, although the beauty contests featuring elaborately adorned and shaved camels are also amusing.

How to get go to Pushkar: 

By Train: Nearest Rail Head is in Ajmer with a 30 minutes drive to Pushkar. Ajmer is rail connected with all major cities. And also local buses are around 20 to bring you in the town as well as Auto rickshaws. It's easily to get Auto during the camel festival. 

By Air

The nearest airport is in Jaipur, around two and a half hours away. 

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