Grand Canyon National Park – Why the 100th Anniversary Matters.. In 2019 the National Park Service will celebrate the Centennial of Grand Canyon National Park. For the majority of people, this 100th Anniversary may not mean much. But for those of us who have a deep love and affection for Grand Canyon, this moment matters. […]
Why Lukshmi Vilas Palace is Heritage? Lukshmi Vilas Palace is in Vadodara,Gujarat, India.It was constructed by the Gaekwad, a Maratha family, who ruled the Baroda State. Lukshmi Vilas Palace was styled on the Indo-Saracenic Revival architecture, in 1890 it was built by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III.The cost of that was GBP 180,000 (Rs.27,00,000 in 1890). It is reputed to […]
When we decided to start our Big Trip around the world in Dubai, there were a few things that had to be on our Dubai itinerary. Besides the obvious highlights (Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, Palm Jumeirah and the Burj al Arab) I really wanted to make a desert safari. Wide deserted landscapes are kind of […]
The House of MG, Ahmedabad – Hospitality with heritage A trip to Ahmedabad happened to us quite by accident. I’m going to put my travel reputation on the line here and admit we ended up on this trip due to a flight sale on non-refundable tickets, an incorrect google maps search and basic blundering on […]
Shopping, dining, entertainment and tourism destination covering 2.5 million square feet and housing nearly 500 shops, art galleries and eateries – including a selection of floating restaurants, as well as a floating market.