Category: Family Travel Tips

The Perfect card for Taj Vouchers : American Express Platinum Travel card review

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American Express Platinum Travel credit card India

Despite a lot of competition, Amex Travel Platinum fits the bill for the domestic frequent traveller and the Taj vouchers you receive is like an icing on the cake! If your annual spends are in the range of around ₹4 lacs, you will be able to maximize the perks offered. If one can look past the annual fee, the rewards are right there to enjoy! See what makes the Amex Travel Platinum card a worthy companion for your wallet!

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TatterTales Book Review – Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

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Hi, I am Anika. Today my parents asked me to do a book review of ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ since its one of my favorite books. I enjoyed reading this one and happily agreed to do so. I have given you my personal  point of view and why I loved it. If you have have not read the book I recommend it to you and if you have read it please let me know how did you find it.

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Travel in the Times of Covid-19

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Travel in the Times of Covid-19 Corona Virus

Covid-19 has literally changed the world as we know it. The pandemic amongst other things has taken a toll on the travel industry as well. Earlier, we were busy adding new places to our travel list but now staying home became the new norm. While travelling in this scenario is not advisable unless necessary, we were one of those who had too. And boy! what a change it was! As we are locked up in the safe confines of our homes, under quarantine, let us commemorate on how radically different travel in the times of Covid-19 has been.

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Essential Travel Guide to Diu

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Diu, a sleepy little town at the tip of South Gujarat has the perfect Laidback vibes. Diu is a tiny island separated from the mainland Gujarat by a creek. Once governed by Portuguese, the Indian Military seized Diu in 1961. However, the Portugal influence is evident in its architecture, culture and heritage. Ironically, Diu forms a Union Territory with Daman, but it is about 600 kms away from the latter. This small fishing town is known for its fortress, a cathedral and also scenic beaches. It deserves to be on your travel list and here’s an Essential Travel Guide to Diu to help you plan it out.

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Looking for Lions at Gir National Park

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Gir National Park is the only place apart from Africa where you can see the lions in its own habitat. Established in 1965, the lions in this park were protected by the Nawab of Junagadh who ensured that their numbers keep increasing. Therefore the conservation of Lions started. The forest is mainly dry deciduous with some parts of Savannah. With teak trees covering about 90 percent of the flora. Making it a perfect habitat for these large cats. The dam built on river Hiran acts as a natural breeding ground for not only crocodiles but also other reptiles and migratory birds too.

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Great Rann of Kutch – The White Salt Desert

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Great Rann of Kutch - White salt desert - Rann Utsav

Very few places are as mesmerizing as this vast expanse of white salt desert. Located mainly in the state of Gurajat in India it also extends to the Sindh province in Pakistan. The seasonal salt marsh covers an area of 10,000 sq miles and is one of the biggest salt marshes in the world. Now imagine Great Rann of Kutch – The White Salt Desert, shimmering in the moonlight and speckled with a plethora of bright colors that’s what it looks like. This three month extravaganza is organised by the Gujarat Tourism and gives a colorful insight into the life and culture of the Kutch community.

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