India Rishikesh Travel

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Rishikesh is the city of foreigners in saffron ‘Hare Ram Hare Krishna’ kurta, mantra enchanting sadhus, blaring loud speakers and the three wheeler traffic, a city where faint strains of the shastriya sangeet blends with the bells of the temples. Tour to Rishikesh is the unique package for the mind and body. It is one such city where the religious traditions happily exists with the modern adventure sports. On one hand it offers you the profound eternal experience; while on the other hand tempts you to raft in Ganga, one of the most beautiful rivers of India.

Rishikesh is the international capital of Yoga and Meditation. This holy town is located 25 km upstream from Haridwar at the confluence of Chandrabagha and Ganga rivers, in the lap of the lower Garhwal hills. It is dotted with numerous temples and ashrams that make it an ideal destination to spend time in peace. It is also the wonderful for the adventure lovers. Tourists from far and wide come here to shop for the best of rafting deals in the swift swirling water of the Ganges as it gushes past the spectacular mountains.

As you drive to Rishikesh the first thing that you come across is the impressive Ram Jhula, a suspension bridge swaying above the swirling Ganga waters. Ram Jhula connects with the Swargashram on the west and Shivanand Ashram on the east and hence gets its name Shivanand Jhula. Another major attraction of the town is the Laxman Jhula, another suspension bridge, which is quite similar to the Ram Jhula. Laxman Jhula is studded with glaring bazaars and crowded cafes. The city of Rishikesh offers you the great temple tour of the some of the most ancient temples of India. Visit the Bharat Mandir located near the Triveni Ghat where the Lord Ram’s second Brother Bharat was immortalized. It is oldest temple in Rishikesh. You may lot of pilgrims taking the holy dip in the ganga at this ghat as it is believed that the waters here have the soul purifying powers.

Then there is a famous Neelkanth Mahadev temple, located on the eastern bank of Ganga. According to legends Lord Shiva here saved the world by holding poison churned from the sea by the gods and demons in his throat. The trip to the Rishikesh bewitch you with its large peg of shivering fun and adventure along with the touch of spiritualism and peaceness.

 

Top Tips for Corporate Coach Trip Organizers

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For many individuals, the news that they have been allocated responsibility for coordinating the coach travel arrangements for an office trip is tantamount to being passed a poisoned chalice.

Although you may have the support of a great coach and limo hire services provider, there are only so many things they can do for you and managing your own personnel isn’t really one of them. So, it’s going to be up to you to make sure everything is organized and goes off without a hitch.

Based upon extensive experience, the following tips highlight where things usually go wrong and what you can do to avoid them.

  1. Put together a process that states a cut-off date by which people must have registered their intention to travel by coach or otherwise. Make it clear to your colleagues that if they haven’t done so by the said date, you will assume they will not be travelling on the coach and that will be final. In reality, you may have some flexibility but failing to get a grip here can result in (e.g.) 45 people turning up to try and board a 35-seater coach!
  2. Some people love travelling by coach or bus whereas others don’t. You may be able to reduce the level of grumbling by investing a few extra dollars in a more luxurious coach and one that is well appointed with fittings and perhaps entertainment.
  3. Publish well in advance, details of the boarding and drop-off points for both the outward and return journeys. Issue a reminder a few days prior to the event, rather than expect people to remember or have noted what you said in a circular several weeks previously.
  4. Be absolutely specific about collection and drop off points as well as departure times. Include a map if possible because ambiguity leads to confusion, delays and potentially chaos with people even being left behind due to being in ‘the wrong place’.
  5. Make sure you count people onto the vehicle.
  6. If possible, build at least some slack into your timings. You can be absolutely sure that there will always be at least one person who is late.
  7. Understand the coach and limo hire provider’s policies relating to things such as eating and drinking in the vehicle. Make sure that this is clearly, communicated to all passengers well in advance.
  8. Where practical, consider hiring a coach that has a few more seats over and above what your specific head count requires. Not only might that give you a little extra flexibility in terms of numbers but it may also permit passengers to sit alone if they wish or avoid people they don’t get on with.
  9. Again, take the advice of your professional coach rental providers but as a general rule, you may wish to discourage your colleagues leaving valuable personal possessions on the vehicle when they disembark for the day.
  10. Finally, if the day is rather more of a leisure and recreation event than a professional one, do whatever is required to ensure that alcohol is consumed only in moderation before the return journey. If you don’t think you have the authority to deal with that issue, you should make sure that you get the support of someone who does. Alcohol-fuelled rowdy behaviour on coaches is rarely amusing for the majority of people and may cause issues with the driver.

These are a few basic tips but if you follow them, you may come to realise that you haven’t been passed the poisoned chalice after all!

 

Visiting NYC This Summer? Enjoy the Restaurants, Concerts and Shopping

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In the summer, New York really shows off! In the warm weather, dining, concerts and shopping virtually explode into the great outdoors. Suddenly streets, parks and alleys are transformed into romantic restaurants, star-studded concert halls and sunny, breezy shopping areas. But, where do you start?

First, you will need to look for New York hotels that fit your location, style and budget needs. That won’t be a problem! There are more hotels in New York than you ever imagined, and they range from small and intimate to the most grand and lively in the city. Then, once you have secured the New York hotel that is right for you, it is time to start thinking about how to best enjoy New York in all its summer glory! Here are a few New York City attractions that are only around while the weather is warm:

Dining in New York City

New Yorkers love to dine al fresco. That is why so many restaurants move tables out of doors in the summer. Some have lovely gardens and rooftops, while other just grab a piece of sidewalk. No matter how they do it, their guests love it! Here are a few of our top outdoor New York City restaurants:

The Blue Water Grill offers a romantic European feel for guests dining on the mezzanine. It is located at 31 Union Square West at 16th St. Its phone number is 212-675-9500.

The Chelsea Brewing Company, located in the Chelsea Piers complex, offers cool breezes off the Hudson and views of the marina. It is located at Pier 59, 23rd St. and the Hudson River. Its phone number is 212-336-6440.

A charming garden that feels like a Tuscan courtyard is what you will find at Va Tutto. Hailed as Gourmet Magazine’s “favorite NYC garden for outdoor dining,” this is gem of a restaurant is sure to please. It is located at 23 Cleveland Place on the corner of Lafayette and Spring. Call for reservations at 212-941-0286.

Concerts in New York City

When the temperature rises, New York’s parks are transformed into concert halls without walls. From Central Park to Lincoln Center, there are live musical concerts scheduled throughout the summer – many are free! For example, the Metropolitan Opera and New York Philharmonic come to Central Park annually, and perform on the Great Lawn.

Be sure to visit Lincoln Center’s website as well, for their list of concerts and events.

Shopping in New York City

Put on your comfortable shoes and a little sunscreen and get ready to shop! A few favorite destinations are Columbus Avenue (between 66th – 76th). In this residential neighborhood you will find the highest concentration of up-scale boutiques as well as many nationally known names.

You won’t be disappointed with your shopping trip to Broadway (between 63rd – 86th). This high-energy strip offers a wide variety of stores from locally owned boutiques to Barnes and Noble, Sephora and Gap.
If you are looking for a something more relaxed with mostly locally owned (non-chain) stores, Amsterdam Avenue (between 72nd – 86th) is your place to shop.

Really See New York City

There are many ways to see New York City, but a tour is still your best bet. Enjoy a tour then go back to the destinations that caught your interest. There are many different tour options, from walking to bus to amphibious vehicles. A sure crowd pleaser is the NYC Ducks Tours. You will see New York City from a half-boat, half-bus, amphibious vehicle!

Summer in New York City doesn’t last for long. Make those reservations and be a part of this New York summer!