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Rightly known as a paradise island, the beautiful side of Mauritius unveils ethereal beaches and a coastal vibe. The presence of romantic places here tempts newlyweds as a go-to honeymoon destination. From a relaxing spa therapy to a romantic walk, there are plenty of things to do to spice up your honeymoon. Starts ,  Plage à Flic-en-Flac ,  CC BY-SA 4.0 Start early Remember early bird catches the best of the honeymoon trip. An important tip is, don't wait until the last moment to book a hotel or resort. Never think it is too early to plan your honeymoon. Make your bookings at least six to eight months ahead of time especially if you are planning to spend time at a specialized resort. Before you begin fantasising about your vacation, determine how much time both of you have. Simply put, deciding on the length of the trip is of vital importance. The perfect time lead depends on what time of the year you are planning to set off and the destination you've selected. If you don'...

 For all leisure travellers who want to explore different cultures, Tunisia will be a great choice. It is an alluring holiday haven with sunshine, nature and different exciting activities. Here is a simple guide to help you plan your Tunisia itinerary. Selma Jmii ,  Etalages dans la Médina ,  CC BY-SA 4.0 Safety is number one! It is natural for first-time travellers to Tunisia to think about whether it is safe to travel while others would not even know why they should make a visit. The answer lies in between these two questions. To make it simple, it is the nation where the Romans built one of the world’s largest bath complexes, Luke Skywalker was born and the north African nation where the Arab Spring began. While much of Tunisia is safe to travel now it is always advisable to check up-to-date information from their government’s travel advisory. If you are planning to use public transport during your time there, be vigilant about security concerns. It is recommended to h...

Thailand has nearly 40,000 temples. Most of these temples are active and some are in disrepair. The bulk of the temples are Buddhist sanctuaries, although you can find several Hindu temples as well. These wats aren't only meant for praying; visitors can light oil lamps and incense and talk to the monks for spiritual guidance. Foreign visitors seem to be fascinated by the temples; they make up their own wat hopping tours. Here are some of the most visited temples in Thailand. Photo by CEphoto, Uwe Aranas  or alternatively  © CEphoto, Uwe Aranas,  Chiang Rai Thailand Wat-Rong-Khun-01 ,  CC BY-SA 4.0 1. White Temple, Chiang Rai Although it is called a temple, White Temple is not really a temple. The temple was in ruins when a local artist decided to restore the site. He spent years turning the temple into a stunning art gallery. The main hall houses a range of artwork and can only be reached via the bridge built over a pool. Some of the other halls are dedicated to lear...

Wondering how your quarantine in Thailand will go about? Well then, first you arrive in a van at the hotel's back entrance, disembark, and then you will be escorted to a waiting room by the staff here looking as if they work in a hospital. Your luggage will be sanitised and then you'll have to wait till your name gets called for check-in. This is how your quarantine will start. For more details regarding your quarantine in Thailand keep reading on! Image by  Engin Akyurt  from  Pixabay     The Room You will get an incredible hotel room! If you look up the ASQ you'll be staying at before you leave for Thailand, you will find yourself staring at the exact same pictures. Plus, the beds are comfortable! You'll have access to your private balcony. Some visitors do feel as if the walls are starting to close in on them after some time being cooped in. At this point, you might want to rearrange your hotel room. It does help to kill some time too! Besides, you can check ...

Considered poor and rather remote, the Guiyang Province in China is one of the least savoured in terms of cuisines in China. Packed with fresh chillies of varying heat, the food here is something not to be missed! Popolon ,  Guiyang.choudoufu ,  CC BY-SA 4.0 What to expect Chillies are a huge component of Guiyang cuisine in many forms, dehydrated, fermented, pickled or stir-fried. So if you love spicy food, you won't be disappointed! Chillies are a staple in most meals in Guizhou, including breakfast. Stir-fries, soups, serving sauces, and noodles are generously flavoured with chilli peppers. All kinds of chilli peppers are cultivated in the province. You may encounter many acres of terraced land growing all types of chillies, from the mild green bell peppers to the little red-hot chillies. So if you want to go local, you will have to brave the spice kick that is prevalent in many of their dishes, but delicious nonetheless. The predominant flavour is "suan la" which means...

Vietnamese has a bit of a reputation for being a difficult language to master, even the locals will tell you that! But these reasons are sure to change your mind and will make you want to learn Vietnamese fast! Image via Anantara Hoi An Resort No genders If you have ever tried learning Spanish, French or German or any of the Romance Languages, you will be relieved to hear that in Vietnamese that concept doesn’t exist. There are no gender-specific words or neutrals to worry about. This means less memorization as well.  There are no articles  Even in the English language, the precise use of articles can be confusing. The formula of where to use the ‘a’ and ‘the’ can be confusing at times. Most people will just rely on the word flow to decide on the appropriateness of the article. For that, you must have a certain skill with the language. However, for the clarity of many, Vietnamese does away with such articles, and simply uses  nguoi , this is used to denote for example ‘a’...

Full of lush, dense forests, immaculate beaches, food, adventure and entertainment. There is something to please everyone here. If you have limited time on your hands, here is the way to experience the island at its best.  Visit the temples  Any trip to Thailand or its islands won’t be complete if you don’t visit their beautiful temples. The big Buddha is the most well-known in Koh Samui. Next, you can go to Wat Phra Yai. Both temples are located in Bophut. Wat Plai Laem is a massive temple with large grounds. Here you can get to see sculptures of Guanyin who is a bodhisattva who is a being aspiring to be a future Buddha in the Mahayana tradition. All the temple exploration will leave you famished. You can go to Mae Nam Village for a nice lunch and rejuvenate yourself for the next adventure.  There are quite a few  Samui resorts ,  so you won’t have to worry about accommodation, and this area is generally a great place to stay. You can find many nice resorts suc...

Bali is a beautiful and spiritual destination for many travellers, with many things to do and see. This tranquil island has stretches of lush paddy fields, breath-taking coral beaches, and temples to explore and engage in a variety of experiences.  Photo by CEphoto, Uwe Aranas  or alternatively  © CEphoto, Uwe Aranas,  Tanah-Lot Bali Indonesia Pura-Tanah-Lot-01 ,  CC BY-SA 3.0 Best time to visit The most ideal time to travel to Bali is during the dry season, which is between April and September.  Of course, when you visit during the rainy period everything will be more affordable. However, you will have to put up with a copious amount of rain. But it also noted that it will rain for several hours a day. So with a bit of pre-planning, it is not such a bad idea. Some days it may not even rain at all, and there again it may for days on end. If you are up for some unpredictability go for it.  Pick the best places to visit There are amazing places to discov...