India: A Land Of Cows, Beggars And Sadhus?

India is sometimes depicted in a very poor light. After watching films like ‘Slumdog Millionaire’, you may get the feeling that the country is a domain of the beggars and the poor. However, that is not quite true. It is right to say that India has its share of slums and beggars, but it is much more than that. Luxury India holidays can show you the other side of this country, a side which is much more polished and visually appealing. How about heading to Goa and sinking into the riches of luxury resorts, indulgent spas and dazzling beaches? How about sailing away to Kerala and enjoying a romantic sunset ride over the backwaters or the deliciously good Ayurvedic massage on the body?

Yes, luxury holidays in India cook up luxurious and unforgettable itinerary for you, wherein you live like a king and queen. India is a land of dichotomy. At almost every city or town, you shall come across those poor kids and slums, those beggars who keep vying for your attention around the temples, and the sadhus who can be seen flaunting their beards and copious locks of hair at the river ghats. But every city or town has also got glittering malls and a sprawl of retail shops and luxury parlors.

Some must-visit destinations under luxury India holidays include Rajasthan, Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Goa, Kerala and Shimla. At each and every corner, you can witness monuments, temples, hills and seas. India, indeed, is one of the most colorful destinations in the world.

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What Is The Best Time To Tour India If You Are An English Tourist?

A lot of people from England plan a private tour to India to explore its beauty and culture. English tourists take a personal delight in this trip since the country was ruled by the British for 200 years. So, traveling back through the times into the historic India is often a window to the world of their own, as Indian history blends enigmatically with British history and often the gap between the two is significantly small.

India private tours can be planned throughout the year. India is a sub-tropical country and its vast geography dissects it into several regions enjoying their own distinct climate. Nevertheless, the major part of the country stays warm, even hot, during the summer months between April and June. So, these are the months you should avoid especially if you are planning to visit the landlocked cities like Delhi or the desert state of Rajasthan. This time, however, would be good to visit the hill stations like Kashmir, Shimla, Darjeeling or Ooty.

The best time to visit the plains will be during the cooler months. English tourists are basically accustomed to cooler climate. So, they will enjoy touring the length and breadth of the nation during the months between October and March. This is the time when the weather is pleasant. Some cities can get cooler than the others while the northern hill stations often experience snowfall.

For a private tour to India, always take professional help. A reliable tour agency can help you check out the top attractions at the most opportune moments when weather will be at its friendliest.

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What To Do During A Bandh- A Guide To Foreign Tourists?

Luxury India holidays can be extremely memorable for many great reasons. But sometimes, you may also need to be prepared for some undesirable situations like a national strike or ‘bandh’ which is occasionally called by the ruling or the opposing political party as a mark of protest on the face of some national crisis.

During the ‘bandh’ day, the communication/ transport system comes to a standstill or slows down drastically. Most of the vehicles are off the roads for fear of vandalism and so the streets wear a dreary and empty look. So, if you were planning a sightseeing expedition on that day, then you will have to put your plans to rest.

Traveling or sightseeing during that day will not be advisable. Even if you own a private vehicle or have a similar arrangement, it will not be recommended to travel, since vandals often create troubles if they spot cars on the roads. The best thing to do during the day will be to lock yourself in your hotel room and enjoy a long siesta. Alternatively, you can enjoy the facilities in your hotel.

India luxury holiday packages often put you in posh hotels, many of which have great restaurants, pools, gyms, libraries and spa parlors. You can indulge in self-grooming, rest and relaxation during the day.

If the bandh is a 12-hour strike, then it will get over by 6 pm. After that, the situation resumes normalcy and you can fearlessly go out to the markets, malls or other evening attractions like pubs, clubs, movies, bars or discos.

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