A Business Trip to Chennai

Chennai is one of the largest cities in India. It is always abuzz with activity. As soon as you set foot into the city you will be surrounded by constant commotion. It is no secret, that it is a top destination for business men. They constantly descend on the city, for work related trips or meetings.

Business Accumodation



Like any other city, you will find a variety of hotels at diverse price ranges. You can choose from affordable lodging on a budget, mid-range accommodations, or luxurious spreads, at various hotels like Hotel Savera in Chennai, for example.




So what are the amenities businessmen look for when they go on a trip? Here is a list of common requirements:

1. It is best if the hotel is conveniently located from the city center and the airport; ensuring minimum time is wasted travelling.
2. The hotel must have a dependable internet service so that, guests can check mails and stay updated.
3. After a long day at work, going out for dinner can be tiring. Which is when, people opt for room service.
4. Leisure services are not necessities but could be welcomed depending on individual preferences.

Once you know what you are looking for, you can book a hotels in Chennai that meets your needs and requirements. If you are visiting Chennai during summer, it can get extremely hot, so remember to hydrate. In case you get some free time, you should go out and explore the culture of South India in all its glory.

Lose yourself in the grace of Srinagar

The northernmost state of India, Kashmir has a unique climate and rich natural beauty that you will not see in any part of the country. However, with the border just around the corner, people always think twice before visiting. Once you do, you will fall in love with the place and keep going back for more.

Tourism Season for Srinagar

Best time to Visit Srinagar

Summer or winter, once you set foot in Srinagar, you are sure to feel a nip in the air. Even in summer, the temperature can drop as low as 14 degrees. It is not advisable to visit during winter, as the mercury falls below zero thus, freezing the lakes. Some passes have to be closed due to heavy snowfall, so you might not be able to get the true feeling of the place.

How to Reach

The most cost effective way to reach Srinagar is to take a train. However, the closest stop is Jammu, which is around 290 kilometers away. Hence, you will have to take a taxi to your final destination. Your other option is to take a flight. There are regular flights from Mumbai, Delhi and Chandigarh. There are also many tourist buses that offer you a round tour of multiple states, including Kashmir.

Where to Stay in Srinagar

Once you have decided when you are going to visit and how you are going to get there, it is time to consider where you are going to stay. There are great 5-star hotels for you to choose from but, if you are not too keen on spending so much you can find a number of hotels in Srinagar. There is also an array of restaurants, where you can get a taste of the authentic Kashmiri cuisine. Kashmir is famous for its juicy apples, so don’t forget to pick a few while you’re there.

Places to Stay in Srinagar

Major Attractions of Srinagar

Srinagar is the summer capital and is situated in the middle of the Kashmir Valley. Watching the houseboats slowly float along the glimmering surface of the lake with the mighty snow clad Himalayas in the background is a breath taking sight. You will experience a sense or serenity, being surrounded by stunning sights.

When you visit Srinagar, the first thing you should do is see the Dal Lake. This is the most famous tourist destination in the city. The lake is filled with a number of beautiful houseboats, slowly bobbing up and down. You can also choose to spend the night on these boats. Once you are there, you should take a ride on a Shikara, which is a small wooden boat and experience the joys of the floating markets or have a meal at a floating restaurant.

Srinagar Tulip Garden

Dal Lake

Mughal Garden 

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Other popular destinations include the Mughal Gardens, Nagin Lake, Wular Lake. You should also visit Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden which has the largest collection of blooming tulips in all of Asia. If you are planning to visit during October, you must drive past the Saffron fields of Pamore.

So, the next time you want to want to visit a place so beautiful that it can only be found only in pictures and post cards do keep Srinagar in mind.

Experience a taste of Goa

Taste of Goa

Summer is here! This means it’s time to dust your hat off, find some high SPF sunscreen lotion and hit the beaches. If you long to see open fields, groves of palm trees swaying in the breeze and silver sands stretched before the unending ocean, Goa should be on the top of your travel list.

Goa Beaches

Being a very tourist friendly place, you have an array of hotels to choose from. At the upper end of the budget, there are hotels like the luxurious Vivanta By Taj Goa. However, Goa is also the place where you can live it up without spending too much. There are many midrange and budget priced Goa hotels that have basic, yet, highly liveable accommodation. So irrespective of the amount of money in your wallet, Goa opens its beauty to everyone. 

If you are a foodie, there are innumerable restaurants with some tasty treats that will leave you hungry for more. Goan specialities like Fish Curry Rice, Pork Vindaloo and Chicken Xacuti have a spicy twist or you can go for Continental dishes like Butter-Garlic Prawns, Spaghetti Bolognese and Beef Steak with Mashed Potatoes. Reading the long menus will leave your mouth watering and your mind more confused than ever before.

Last but not the least; let us look at the beaches you can visit during your trip. You can go to the popular beaches like Calangute, Baga or Anjuna or you can visit the less populated and peaceful beaches of Varca and Morjim. You can also explore the coast and find some undiscovered beaches that, will serve as your private beach for the day.

Let's Take a Tour to Tirupati Balaji Temple in Andhra Pradesh

Nowadays people tend to be always on the move, they become self-involved and bogged down with work. But through all of this it is important to be true to yourself and your beliefs. Spirituality is an important part of life because even though you can lose your material positions no one can take away your spiritual beliefs. Belief in a higher purpose could be what you need to keep you grounded.

No matter what religion you believe in, a retreat is a way to reconnect with yourself and your beliefs. Periodic retreats or pilgrimages help in spiritual growth and peace of mind. One of the most popular pilgrimage cities in India is Tirupati.

Tirupati is a pilgrimage centre located in Andhra Pradesh in the city of Chittoor. The Tirumala hills consist of seven peaks which represent the seven heads of Adisesha. Out of all the temples of the region perhaps the most visited is The Sri Venkateswara Temple situated about 10km from Tirupati. This is one of the more popular pilgrimage destinations in the world, with millions of pilgrims visiting every year. The temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara and is located in a hollowed hill 853 meters above sea level.

There are many other temples you could visit in order to  complete your trip to Tirupati and Tirumala, such as: ISKCON Temple, Sri Varahaswamy Temple, Balaji Temple and Agastya Swami Temple. There are a number of beautiful picnic spots close to the city like the Horsey Hills, Kalyani Dam, and Kailasakona Waterfalls. You can also visit the Chandragiri Fort.

There are a fairly decent number of hotels in Tirupati and you can choose as per your requirements. Do remember to book in advance though, for during summer holidays or Diwali holidays millions of people descend upon Tirupati and one cannot risk being stranded.