offbeat destinations
Interview with Datuk Musa Yusof, director general, Tourism Malaysia
September 19, 2019
In order to boost the arrivals of Indian travellers, especially for the Visit Malaysia 2020, Malaysia Tourism has eased visa requirements further as well as adding new and exotic sites in the South East Asian nation which is already heavily frequented by Indians.
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The island of Socotra and its strange inhabitants
May 16, 2018
On the edge of the Arabian Peninsula, this island emanates other worldly vibes with its strange flora and fauna, which it is most popular for.
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Philadelphia’s Mystery Tourism
January 24, 2018
The city of Philadelphia is abuzz with activities and tourist attractions owing to its rich historic dispositions that add a touch of mystery and mysticism to them.
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Spain and Portugal
January 22, 2018
With delicious food and wine, sunny weather and oodles of history, both Spain and Portugal have a lot to offer. While Spain is tried and tested by many, it is Portugal that shines through with a number of unique locations worth a visit.
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Cusco, Peru
January 22, 2018
A gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage site of the ruins in Machu Picchu, Cusco in Peru is a powerhouse of culture and a living monument to Inca history.
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Giethoorn Village
January 22, 2018
It is not by chance that the Giethoorn Village in central Netherlands came to be known as the ‘Venice of the North’ as there is nary a road to be found in this small town, instead, over four miles of water channel runs through this settlement.
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Shangri-la, Dubai
January 22, 2018
While visiting Dubai, a tourist is spoilt for choice – be it for shopping, dining or selecting a hotel depending on the length and purpose of stay. Strategically located within a five-minute walking distance from the World Trade Centre, Dubai International Financial Centre, Dow...
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Go kite surfing and wind surfing in Oman
June 12, 2017
Masirah Island in Oman is an unexplored and wind-friendly destination for kite surfers, and home to tiny turtles who might as well become your sea-buddies.
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Barren Island: The house of India’s only active volcano
February 18, 2017
A team of Indian scientists has reported of a live volcano in the union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Spewing ash and lava, this is India’s only live volcano.
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A beach holiday at Daman and Diu
August 24, 2016
The smallest Indian territory is promoting the destination through its campaign ‘Ila de cama’, Portuguese for the ‘Isle of calm’. Both Daman & Diu formed part of the Portuguese possessions in colonial India, along with Goa and retain several aspects of Portuguese cult...
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