Sunday 28 December 2014

Best Winter Holiday Destinations in North India


Winters are usually the time to snuggle up with a good book in front of a fireplace, enjoying a hot cup of tea in bed every morning, lazy afternoons and more. Winters are also the time of festivities and a feel good spirit. They also make for a good time to go on a vacation with your family, or even all by yourself. In fact, any season is a good season to go on a holiday. Get Best Winter Holiday Package from Mumbai.

Winter season is one of the best time to travel India to experience the breathtaking beauty of Snow Clad Mountains, frozen lakes of Himalaya and winter sports activities. The three Himalayan states Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand experience heavy snowfall during the winter season in India. Famous Winter Travel Destinations of these Himalayan states are Shimla, Gulmarg,Leh Ladakh and beautiful Nainital.

India is blessed with different climatic conditions in winter season in different parts of the country. Unlike most of the Western world, where cities are covered under a blanket of snow in winters, there is quite a bit to choose from when it comes to winter holiday destinations in India. Get Best Winter Holiday Package at Crossworld Holidays.

Here is a list of top 10 winter holiday destinations in North India
 

Manali

Manali gets its first snowfall around mid December, when it transforms into a winter wonderland replete with snow-covered peaks, and a blanket of pristine white draped all across the hill station. With the stunning backdrop of the Himalayas, it offers the perfect balance between tranquility and adventure, making it one of the most popular hill destinations in northern India. Fringed by thick pine trees and the Beas river gurgling along, you can decide to spend your holiday doing nothing at all or pack in your itinerary with interesting activities.

For those who wish to partake in adventurous activities, there's fishing, white water rafting, paragliding, skiing, mountaineering, and hiking in and around Manali. If you're looking to go off the beaten path, try one of the packages organised by Trans Himalayan Adventures, which focus on healing and rejuvenation. Solang Valley is a good option for the kids, offering a bunch of fun winter sports including skiing. Get Best Winter Package from Mumbai to Manali.

 

Gulmarg

If you're looking for a destination which is as breathtakingly beautiful as it is adventurous, then look no further than Kashmir. The Kashmir valley is considered heaven on earth, and when it's blanketed in snow, it exudes a charm few other places do. The tiny and isolated hill village of Gulmarg is situated at the western extremity of the Himalayas in a subsidiary range called the Pir Panjals. Gulmarg gets some of the heaviest snowfalls in the Himalayas and has earned the distinction of being the best ski resort in the country.

one of the most powerful experiences. For the more mild adventure enthusiasts, there's the option of sledging, cable-car rides and snow boarding. Ski season starts mid December and lasts till the beginning of April. As for accommodation, there are various options. Explore Gulmarg with our Winter Package Tour from Mumbai

Patnitop

One of the most picturesque hill stations in the country, Patnitop is located in the Udhampur district of Jammu, and is the highest point along the National Highway to Srinagar. Sprawling across a flat top in the Shivalik range of the lower Himalayas, Patnitop was originally calledPatan Da Talab (Pond of the Princess), and lies at an altitude of 2024 m. If you're looking for solitude amidst stunning scenery, the beauty and tranquility of this plateau is unmatched. The landscape changes drastically between summer and winter—the large lakes and bright green grasslands transform into a white wonderland in the winter months, when the town receives heavy snowfall—with winters drawing in hordes of skiing enthusiasts. Another famous spot here is the Naag Temple, which is one of the most ancient shrines in the area.

Nainital

Located at the foothills of the Himalayas is the gorgeous little hill station of Nainital. It is located at an altitude of little more than 2,000 meters, which means it enjoys a pleasant climate throughout the year. However, if you are looking for a quintessential winter holiday amidst snow capped peaks, winter season is the best time to visit Nainital.

Just like most hill stations in India, there is romanticism in the air in the winter months here, and the streets are fairly less crowded, which adds to the experience. A beautiful emerald lake surrounded by green hills, quaint old cottages and markets, and a web of walking tracks—there are plenty of picturesque places to visit in Nainital. One of the most popular hill destinations in India, Nainital is also a part of the 'lake district' of the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, with lakes such as Bhimtal, Sattal and Naukuchiatal in the vicinity. Nainital's charms include everything from boating and sailing to old temples and heritage buildings, and of course, scenic views at every other step. Here's your guide to the hill town's most captivating spots. Explore Nainital with Our Uttaranchal Package Tour from Mumbai


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CROSSTOURS a Group Tours Division of Crossworld Holidays™ is taking giant leaps in the evergrowing Group Tours market in India.

Crossworld Holidays is one of the fastest growing Travel Company in Mumbai. After a very humble beginning out of a 45 sqft Godown in 1988, it has never looked back. 26 years of hard work and perseverance has made Crossworld Holidays™ a formidable force in Mumbai’s Travel arena . Crossworld Holidays™ is a highly trusted travel partner for hundreds of satisfied travelers who bank on its transparent and candid ways of business.

During 1988, Packaged Group Tours to the Far East were very popular and Crossworld Holidays capitalized on this by starting their own tours to Thailand, Singapore, Honkong and so on. With the momentum gaining , the Company also ventured into other travel destinations like Europe , US, Japan , Australia . With the rapid rise in Crossworld Holidays’ Customer base the office shifted to its current premises and is well supported by a dedicated staff of 30 people.

Crossworld Holidays™ is a one stop shop for all the travel needs ranging from Ticketing, Passports, Visas, Overseas Mediclaim Insurance, Foreign Exchange, Hotel Reservations as well as Eurail, Greyhound, Amtrac, Japanrail, Swissrail and Britrail Passes.

Tuesday 9 December 2014

Tips while Choosing your Adventure Holiday Destination


While Planning for Adventure Holiday there are many difficulties which you can face, there are many Questions in your Mind. So you want to plan an adventure holiday and you are not sure where to start? Here are a few tips that will be of help to Plan your Adventure Trip.
 

  • Sort out the number of people ready for the trip
See who all are ready for the trip; whether it is people of your age or parents /  relatives or kids and youngsters together.
  • Focus on the Destination
Research a bit and select a few places you’d like to visit. Ask everyone to do the same. Plan with Your Group with whom you are Planning to go. Settle down on the one which is liked by everyone and is feasibly do-able.

Deciding on the adventure holiday can be a task which you sort by either taking up the way mentioned below.

There is something called as locating your dream spot. It’s a dream spot because emotions are connected with finding it. You do not plan it but you chance upon it. You either follow blogger’s describing their first hand experiences or fantasies about being at a particular spot with your special someone. Or you also take some help from forums online, Tour Operators, your colleagues who have been around or your parents who have seen the world!

After so much of fuss when you have finally settled down with a destination the next thing you do is look for the cheapest air flights, Train Fare and book them right away. Simultaneously you start getting other things like stay, food and route aligned. If you are going to the Himalayan Treks for Trekking you Tour Travel Agent who can organize you trip right from giving you the best deal of stay to deciding the route of the trek.



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CROSSTOURS a Group Tours Division of Crossworld Holidays™ is taking giant leaps in the ever growing Group Tours market in India.

Crossworld Holidays is one of the fastest growing Travel Company in Mumbai. After a very humble beginning out of a 45 sqft Godown in 1988, it has never looked back. 26 years of hard work and perseverance has made Crossworld Holidays™ a formidable force in Mumbai’s Travel arena . Crossworld Holidays™ is a highly trusted travel partner for hundreds of satisfied travelers who bank on its transparent and candid ways of business.

During 1988, Packaged Group Tours to the Far East were very popular and Crossworld Holidays capitalized on this by starting their own tours to Thailand, Singapore, Hong kong and so on. With the momentum gaining , the Company also ventured into other travel destinations like Europe , US, Japan , Australia . With the rapid rise in Crossworld Holidays’ Customer base the office shifted to its current premises and is well supported by a dedicated staff of 30 people.
Crossworld Holidays™ is a one stop shop for all the travel needs ranging from Ticketing, Passports, Visas, Overseas Mediclaim Insurance, Foreign Exchange, Hotel Reservations as well as Eurail, Greyhound, Amtrac, Japanrail, Swissrail and Britrail Passes.