5 best honeymoon destinations in the world.

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Honeymoon is a wonderful experience for newlyweds, It is an opportunity to create amazing lifetime memories that the couple will never forget, and a time to relax and unwind from all the built-up stress of the wedding.

To make the best of your honeymoon period memorable and exciting, you need to choose the best destinations, and here are the top 5 best destinations that we can always advise you to visit for a splendid honeymoon experience.

  1. Mauritius

Your romantic adventure as newlyweds isn’t complete without a visit to Mauritius. Couples who would love to enjoy a serene environment, experience the amazing beaches and interesting water activities…. all on a low budget…..Mauritius is the right place for you.

The incredible nature, pristine sandy beaches, and African wildlife experience that await you in tranquil is incomparable. For couples who would love to enjoy some luxury treats, there are countless of them in Mauritius. This country didn’t just make the top list of romantic destinations in the world for nothing, you need to be there to agree with me on this.

 

  1. Dubai

Of everything you’ve heard about Dubai, it may not have occurred to you that this popular destination could be on the list of travel destinations for adventurous newlyweds. Dubai has become increasingly popular all around the world with all it’s magnificent and record-breaking buildings that everyone just wants to be there.

There is so much you can do in Dubai as newlyweds – from visiting the Burj Khalifa, which is the tallest building in the world, visiting the beach, visiting the miracle garden, skydiving, visiting the Burj Al-Arab or the vast desert. There are countless destinations to visit in Dubai – all with exceptional hospitality that gives you lifetime memories to share in pure happiness.

 

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  1. Paris

This destination already carved a name for itself as one of the most romantic cities in the world- the city of love and light.

Paris is beautiful for everyone, especially newlyweds. You and yours have opportunities to explore places like the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, dinner in the seine river, Arc de Triomphe, and many other landmark sites. Paris is amazing for couples who want to enjoy the aura of a beautiful city.

 

  1. Maldives

The Maldives is simply one of the best, with a whopping 1,192 coral islands, abundance beautiful coral reefs and amazing activities that make your honeymoon adventure a great one. Some of the islands at the Maldives include Mal- Island, which is the best island for luxury-seeking honeymooners, Hulhumal- Island, Biyadhoo Island, Fihalhohi Island, Maafushi Island and many more. At the Maldives, you can simply choose to wake up on a different island every day for 3 days! Isn’t that amazing?

 

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  1. Seychelles

Seychelles is an ideal place for honeymooners seeking a perfect destination for luxury experiences. This country has an amazing 115 islands that are known for its deep blue waters, white-sand beaches and lots of exotic sea life. Seychelles is perfect for honeymooners who would love the tropic atmospheric experience. And you can enjoy all of these amazing honeymoon memories at a purse-fitted budget.

 

If you’re currently worried about a perfect place to pick for your honeymoon or you’re planning to have one soon, get in touch with Grandeur travels and tour, let’s make it a reality!

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What’s your most unforgettable travel experience?

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Traveling gives us a lot of great memories we can always look back on. Getting out of our comfort zone opens the mind to more ideas and possibilities. And while it gives us a peek into how the rest of the world lives, it also makes us appreciate more what we have back home. For busy people, traveling can help bring back equilibrium when life back home gets too stressful. Traveling with the right partner or group is the key to a perfect holiday.

 

Menchu Katigbak

My most unforgettable experience was my trip to Paris in the fall of 2013 when the elevator of my apartment konked out for 10 days and I was on the sixth floor. I was so stressed out from climbing up and down the stairs that I got shingles. Luckily, I caught it in time and the doctor gave me medicine. It was my most miserable trip to Paris; I cut my trip short and dashed home to Manila. In the end, there’s really no place like home. However, Paris still remains my favorite destination. It is my second home.

 

 

Michaela Madrigal Eduque, student, Fordham University

When my dad suggested going to Siem Reap during one of my short school breaks, I had to admit that I was a bit hesitant, not knowing what to expect as it seemed to be the complete opposite of the big city travel experiences I was used to. But I think that the reason why I loved Cambodia so much was that it wasn’t like a big city experience. There was a certain level of beauty, solitude, and happiness in exploring the Angkor Wat temple despite it being a major tourist attraction. It was refreshing and somehow freeing to be able to go on a hot-air balloon ride and just see the open sky and endless fields of lush green, uninterrupted by skyscrapers and freeways but rather, just the occasional temple or house. And yes, I wasn’t surrounded by the big shops, museums or modern landmarks that usually give me joy in big city destinations, but I was able to get the same level of fun and satisfaction — if not more — with the nature around me, especially in befriending an elephant with a banana offers. I still am a big city girl, but I think that the reason why Cambodia is my most unforgettable travel experience is that, on top of everything, it taught me that sometimes, the most fulfilling memories happen where you least expect it. 

 

Timi Gomez Aquino, marketing director, Jollibee Foods Corp.-Chowking

We just celebrated 10 years since I was a delegate of the Ship for the Southeast Asian Youth Program, a cultural exchange between Japanese and ASEAN youth. We traveled the region in a Japanese cruise liner for over 45 days. It was an unforgettable opportunity to meet a diverse set of friends, live with and learn from our neighbors and even meet my would-be-life-partner, Bam.

 

Eloise Alba Carballo, editor in chief, Accent magazine

I love to travel so it’s hard to select one unforgettable experience. But a few months ago, I took a trip to Morocco and spent some days camping in the middle of the Sahara. The lights from the desert sky, an authentic Berber meal, and the sounds of the tribal chants made the 10-hour journey worth every step.

 

 

Karen Fabie Concepcion, equestrienne

The most unforgettable travel experience for me is my most recent trip with my family to Paris. Ton and I brought our three girls for the first time to Paris to celebrate our 20th anniversary. We had a great time together especially since it was our daughter’s first time in Europe. The sights, the food and the bonding time we had as a family will always remain special and memorable to all of us. 

 

 

Monica Zobel Urquijo, student, Goldsmiths, University of London

After two exhausting days of travels, nothing could have excited me more than seeing the Malagasy landscape from the plane window. It was an exhilarating thought that I would spend the next six weeks in the land of lemurs, moonshine, and my fellow dreadlocks- life loving-vegan co-workers researching endangered reptiles, amphibians, and lemurs. After an eight-hour truck ride, filled with chickens, bongos, Malagasy chants, go pros, and a few miscellaneous items, the research team arrived at the west coast of Madagascar. The weeks to come were packed with early morning lemur runs, tracking countless amphibians — most camouflage, may I add — and kayaking trips to remote islands. Never could have I imagined how much I ended up getting out of the trip. Madagascar will remain with me forever and was truly unforgettable.

 

Fe Rodriguez, businesswoman

What we have been enjoying and indulging in lately is traveling with the whole family, grandchildren included.  Being a big group means frenzied if not chaotic travel by plane, train, and car, roughing it in apartments and comfort food in charming local restaurants. But the inconveniences are made up for by quality family time together, the joy in seeing the children and grandchildren mesmerized by the beautiful sights and enriched by the cultural experiences.

 

Pia Ongsiako, businesswoman

Driving from Paris to Prague with my husband during a white magnificent winter, my heart and senses were overwhelmed by the experience. Our route took us through the backroads of the countryside where quaint towns offered us distinct culinary treasures and picturesque landscapes. Those memorable moments, shared with my loved one, I had never before experienced in a lifetime of traveling.  

 

Alicia Colby Sy, lifestyle editor, Town&Country Philippines

Two years ago, my husband and I, along with three other couples, went on an amazing tour of India. While in Rajasthan, we went on safari in Ranthambhore National Park hoping to see the celebrated Indian tiger.  There were six of us in our open jeep — a driver, guide, my husband, myself, and another couple. After driving around the reserve for over an hour we figured that we would have to go back the next day and try again as it wasn’t uncommon for people to leave the park without seeing anything.

 

As everyone was busy looking for a tiger, six pairs of eyes were searching in all directions. And then it happened. While parked on a dirt road, I spotted a giant, four-legged tiger walking toward our jeep. With a tiger less than 10 meters away, I couldn’t figure out why no one was reacting. For about 10 seconds I kept quiet trying to figure out if what I saw was real.  Didn’t they see it or was I hallucinating? How could they not see it? I began to doubt myself. But as the tiger was approaching the jeep I decided to call everyone’s attention as I was getting frightened at this point. “Hello! People! Huge tiger at 12 o’clock!” I shouted. Suddenly, my companions turned from all the directions they were facing and in a mad panic the driver and guide began excitedly talking in their dialect. Ecstatic, the guide started to radio all the other jeeps in the park to come to where we were to see the tiger. A sighting that closes up was extremely rare, and for me, it was just a little too close. Those tigers are huge and intimidating.

 

Judy Dy-Tumangan, COO, TOGRI Philippines Inc.

My husband DK and I recently visited Brazil for the World Cup. It was an experience unlike no other. The spirit of the World Cup in the land of football is incredibly thrilling. I wasn’t a big fan of the sport before the trip. But now I have football fever. Ole! 

 

Severine Miailhe, marketing, and communications manager, Rustan Commercial Corporation

In July 2010, my in-laws invited Edouard, the kids and I to do a boat cruise with them. It was a first for our family. We had signed up for 10 days sailing from Rome to Venice and we didn’t really know what to expect. It turned out to be our most unforgettable travel experience so far. We loved every bit of the trip. The Royal Clipper was nicer than expected. It’s the largest true full-rigged sailing ship in the world today. The itinerary was excellent; starting in Rome, then Ponza, Capri, Taormina, followed by Corfu (Greece), Kotor (Montenegro), Dubrovnic, Hvar, Rovinj (Croatia) and ending in Venice. It was a perfect vacation for all three generations with enough time for family bonding and also for every generation to enjoy their own activities. Entering the Grand Canal in Venice on this majestic sailboat is something one cannot forget. 

 

Beth Romualdez, food writer, book author

Last October, after a train ride from Milan to Venezia Mestre with a friend, I realized I had lost my wallet. Our driver who met us at the station advised me to report it to the police right away.  Having studied and traveled extensively in Italy, I normally could get around in my basic conversational Italian, but not a word of Italian came out as I related to the police how I lost it. In my wallet were three credit cards and cash.  Luckily, our four-day stay in Friuli Venezia was all paid for by my friend who owns a prosciutto factory. We went back to Milan at the end of our visit and heeding the advice from my friend I checked again with the police at the station if they had found my wallet.

 

It was obviously a shot in the dark, even as I prayed hard to San Antonio de Padua. I had no hope of recovering it. I went to the police station and lo and behold, my wallet was there with all the credit cards intact except the cash.  My wallet was not picked but it fell from my lap as I removed the contents from my body bag to get my iPod. Apparently, a fellow passenger in the first-class cabin found it on the floor and turned it over to the police. With the credit cards already canceled and without cash, all I could hope for was a smooth flight back home. Upon landing in Dusseldorf where we had a five-hour stop-over, we decided to go to the city to have lunch at a restaurant that offered the best beer and baked pig’s knuckles.

 

I never imagined that I could be so excited to get a VAT refund. It saved my day and it was more than enough to pay for lunch and dessert of marron glace at Neuhaus.

 

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Bibai Gaisano Puyat, owner, Renegade Folk Co.

My most unforgettable travel experience was when my husband and I went to Paris on our honeymoon in 2012. Aside from admiring the tourist sites, I was thrilled to discover the charming streets the city has to offer. There is something that tugs at the heart in every corner — from old architecture, quaint boutiques, sprawling parks, or you can just sit by a café and people watch.

 

To this day I still dream of walking the streets of  Rue de la Bûcherie. As the great author Ernest Hemingway said, “If you are lucky enough to live in Paris, then wherever you go for the rest of your life, it stays with you, for Paris is a moveable feast.” That is exactly how I feel about Paris. I just fell in love with its beauty. I am forever changed by it.

 

Former Senator Migs Zubiri

My most unforgettable trip was with my wife Audrey when we went on our honeymoon to Africa in January 2006. We started in Zambia where we were able to go on the river safaris on the Zambezi River. But the highlight of it was when we went for a swim in the “Devil’s Pool,” which is a naturally formed “pool” literally on the edge of the great Victoria Falls, the largest falls in the world. 

 

From there, we flew to Botswana to explore the  Okavango Delta. We loved the excitement that we felt every morning as we left the camp, never knowing what surprises we would see or would happen out in the bush. It was amazing to see lions, elephants, rhinoceroses, and leopards, among others, in action in their natural habitat. We ended our trip in Cape Town, South Africa. We visited the famous sites, vineyards and enjoyed their delicious restaurants though what I will never forget is when I went diving with white sharks. It was one of the most exhilarating experiences of my life. I look forward to returning to Africa as a family when our children are old enough, so they can experience the same unforgettable wonder and amazement we felt.

 

Source: https://www.philstar.com/lifestyle/travel-and-tourism/2014/07/13/1345488/whats-your-most-unforgettable-travel-experience

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4 Surefire ways to start a conversation with your seatmate while on air.

It can be quite difficult breaking the silence as a solo traveler with your stranger seatmate while on air.

 

Many things could contribute to this difficulty. It could be a language barrier, cultural background or even, one of you could be an introvert who prefers to keep listening to his favorite playlist or even take a nap. Breaking the ice on this can be quite rewarding as you most likely will be meeting new people, learning new things and gaining more life experiences. Healthy conversations bring people closer, especially if they find out they share similar ideologies on certain topics.

 

You can boost your travel confidence with these 4 trusted conversation starter, tested to open up even the most introvert of strangers.

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The new year 2020: 5 ways to achieving your travel resolutions

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“THE WORLD IS A BOOK AND THOSE WHO DO NOT TRAVEL READ ONLY A PAGE.”

~ SAINT AUGUSTINE

It’s a brand new year with a lot of fresh fires, new energies and a wonderfully long list of expectations and goals.

As much as you would want to focus your energy on some goals, you would also want to visit some new destinations across the world. A new experience lies in wait for those who step into new lands. Perhaps, you need to complete your Master’s degree thesis this year or even complete an essential project by the middle of the year which will give you enough time to jet off to the destination of choice.

While many kinds of research have shown that a high percentage of those with a new year resolution fail to meet up due to lack of plans. The best technique known to help you achieve your new year resolution is to break your goals into smaller steps and learn to reward yourself when you achieve every bit of the small goals.

Even if you didn’t write your plans on new year’s eve, you can write out your travel resolutions now, do it now and do it easy!

With these 5 easy steps, your 2020 new year travel resolution can be achieved, and with Grandeur travels, we will help you actualize it (We’ve got your back anytime). 

 

1. Lock-on your location.

Just like a fighter jet pilot about to lunch a hot nuke head against an enemy jet, you “lock-on” on your destinations to visit – city, country or even continent. Write down the list of the cities you’ve always craved to visit in a long time.

 

2. Commit to a specific time

When in the year do you intend to go? Is it during your leave? Your birthday? Or during the Easter holiday? 

Whatever time you choose to go, mark it on your Google calendar and bring your office or family onboard about the plans. This simple step will make this goal more achievable than just pretending to write it somewhere in your busy mind. (LOL)

 

3. Create your agenda

What is your purpose in that destination? Do you want to visit tourist sites? Eat the best delicacies in the finest restaurants? Go on a shopping spree? Or go enjoying water sport activities? Whatever you chose to do, make sure it is what you will find interesting.

 

4. Dig up some dust

By now, you must have been cleared on your what, where, why and when. It’s time to know the “how.” What will it cost you to make this journey? What do you need to bring along? What other information do you need to know about the locals in your destination? The last question is quite important for lone travelers. 

There are easy ways to get this done, ask Grandeur travels.

 

5. Build your travel wallet.

Once the “cost” is known, from plane tickets, accommodations, food, and other essential costs, you can start to build the fund. 

You can start a saving account mainly for this purpose, and save a certain amount to meet your target. If you cut of unnecessary expenses out of your life, or find a way to earn some extra income, then your new year resolution is a goal!

Where there is a will, they say…. “there is always a way.”

Let Grandeur Travels take the stress of planning that trip off you.

 

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Facts about Christmas.

Everyone loves Christmas. It’s a season of fun, celebrations, lots of cooking and eating.Guess what? Eating is my best activity during this Christmas period!

Since childhood, I have celebrated Christmas with lots of people, especially my family with so much to eat and drink.

Not until recently did I get to know ‘some’ fun facts about Christmas. How old were when you knew these facts?

  1. Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.

Christmas is an annual Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. The 25th day of December was chosen to mark His birthday by the Roman Catholic Church years after His death. And this Christian holiday is celebrated by Christians all over the world.

 

  1. Christmas trees were first used by ancient Egyptians and Romans

The origin or the use of Christmas trees goes way back to ancient Egyptians and Romans. They used evergreen trees like fir or pine trees, wreaths, and garlands. And the use of modern Christmas trees started in Germany in the 16th century. Instead of the glitzy decorations that we see on them today, they were decorated with fruits and nuts. Wet bet you didn’t know this interesting fact about the Christmas tree!

 

  1. Santa Claus originated from a newspaper ad 

Far from being a quaint medieval legend, Santa Claus first appeared as a recognizable entity was in a newspaper ad for toys and “gift books” in the mid 19th century.

 

  1. Back In the days, Christmas light don’t come cheap

Christmas lights were so expensive that they used to be rented rather than sold. An electrically lit tree was a status symbol in the early 1900s.

 

  1. Merry Used to mean drunk

The word “merry” in Merry Christmas was not always accepted because being merry used to signify slight intoxication.

 

  1. Meaning of “X” in X-mas

The abbreviation X in X-mas is not an abbreviation. It stands for “Chi,” meaning Christ in Greek.

 

  1. The significance of Christmas gifts

The reason we give presents during Christmas is to symbolize the gifts given to Jesus by the three wise men.

 

  1. Santa Claus did not always dress up in red clothes

Santa Claus initially wore clothes that were in green, purple, or blue. For many years, this was the common theme for the jolly old man at the North Pole. However, Coca Cola decided to dress him up in colors that match their brand and that stuck. So this is why he is always in red clothes now!

 

  1. The Christmas wreath is a symbol of love and eternal life

The Christmas wreath is representative of the crown of thorns that Jesus wore. Eventually, the colors of Christmas – red, green, and gold were added. Red is said to represent the blood of Jesus, green is supposed to symbolize life, and gold stands for royalty and light. And the evergreen foliage used to make Christmas wreaths symbolizes the continuity of life and nature even in the darkest days of winters.

 

  1. People give Christmas cards to convey their feelings to their loved ones

One of the most fun rituals of Christmas is the exchange of Christmas cards. You can ask your child to make your cards with embellishments of his choice. By giving Christmas cards, they can convey their feelings to the person they like and wish them well.

 

Merry Christmas to those who observe it and Happy Holidays to everyone else!!!

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Dubai Desert Safari

Travelling requires lots of planning, both for seasoned travelers and first-timers. 

The same way you trust your plumber or electrician to fix a damaged pipe and other jobs is the same way you need a travel agent to help you put your  travel plans in the right order and help you get the best travel deals available. 

Here are 5 key questions you need to bother about before signing up with a travel agent to help you out with your trip and vacation plans.

 

  1. When is the best time of the year to visit a destination?

Your travel agent must know what type of traveler you are. Perhaps you are the type that likes going with a large group or  you prefer to go on a trip with not more than 4 people or a lone traveler who loves to vacation all alone. Your preference will determine when to visit some destination, whether off-peak or peak season.

For instance, Mauritius enjoys winter between May and October, while summer is between November and April. Europe’s winter is between November and April and summer is usually between May and October. Your travel agents must be well informed about weather conditions and patterns in the destinations where you intend to vacation. 

 

  1. What deals are available?

Millions of tourists and adventurers travel all over the world all around the year and there are millions of best deals and offers on the table for only those who know how to find it, and the best person who knows is your travel agent. Meet and go figure!

 

  1. What are some destinations on the list of travelers at the moment?

The one person you can talk to about top of the list vacation destination of the moment is your travel agent.

Whether you would love to see Seychelles, Mauritius, Dubai, South Africa, UK, Paris or even Singapore, one person you can trust and talk to for the best advice is your travel agent.

 

  1. What documentation do I need for my trip?

The type of document you need will depend on your destination as some countries require visas which in turn require documents like bank statements, proof of employment and other personal documents for processing.

Your travel agent will know what document you need to gain legal access into the country of your choice and what the budget should be. This helps you plan and get you geared up for the journey with less or no stress.

 

  1. What sort of travel insurance do you need?

Traveling safe goes along with having the best travel insurance package that provides security just in case something awful happens. Your travel agent should be able to lay the cards out on the table and guide you to make the right decision.

Are you confident about your travel agent? If you’re not, then you should speak to Grandeur travels to plan your trips. Asking the right question will save you from having the wrong experience.

Talk to us and get ready for a pleasant experience of a lifetime!

Call +2349097000500 or send an email to info@grandeurtravelsng.com let’s get you started!

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The Super helpful guide on how to cope with long flights

Traveling can be tedious and stressful if you’re on a long flight to – say, Madagascar – which is about 11hrs and 45 minutes including transfers. This means you will be cramped, siting and probably screaming if you’re traveling with a kid. The nuisance of the roaring jet engines and the inconvenience can call for serious consideration.

 

Here is a post that is meant to help you cope with the journey and give you tips that will enable you to bear the headache.

 

Try to do early ticket booking

Early tickets give the best seat. This is a trusted tip among experienced travelers. Try it!

 

 

Find a back seat

While it’s a sure thing to experience a lot of noise at the back seat space, you probably won’t have to bother about anyone giving you extra disturbances because you’re most likely going to end up having a couple of empty seats beside you while other passengers are scrambling for the front seat.

 

Cherish more than economy

This might not always be an option though, but if you can step up from the regular economy class to either premium or something more expensive, you will find it amazing. The benefits you will enjoy include more space, extra legroom, priority check-in and lots more that will cover for the plenty of stress in the economy class.

 

Get ready for jet lag

It’s always advisable to be prepared for this experience. For instance, ensure you give yourself lots of rest before the flight and adjust your sleeping patterns to prepare your body for the changes. 

 

Check-in Early 

Early check-ins save you a lot of stress. You don’t have to start panicking your way through the busy airport or fidgeting before the customs and immigration official and worse still….miss your flight! Just be there early enough to avoid the unwanted drama.

 

Get a pillow handy

It will be nice to be able to rest your head on some extra cushion, isn’t it? Small pillows all over the airports, so get yourself one!

 

Dress right

This is not an interview outing. Get yourself a light dress and extra layers of duvets in case it gets colder. Some pieces of pajamas won’t be a bad idea.

 

Travel light

Don’t go flying with bags full of David Baldacci series or countless Tom Clancy and Nora Sheldon.  Ensure you travel light as much as possible and get help with your luggage at the airport if need be.

 

Traveling is meant to be enjoyed no matter the distance. Get the most of the pleasant experiences with our helpful guide.

 

How was your last flight experience? Tell us the story in the comment section…

We will be more than glad to hear from you.

 

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Top 6 Destinations you should visit in Africa come 2020

Africa is an emerging economy and part of this is due to its growing tourism site. Many countries in Africa are doing a lot to draw more interest from other parts of the world, and rate high on the world tourism ranking. These are the top 5 destinations and amazing places to visit in Africa come 2020.

 

Rwanda

Rwanda is on the eastern part of the African continent with many attraction sites like the Volcanoes National Park, Nyungwe National Park, Ethnographic Museum, and the Kigali Genocide Memorial.

 

This African pearl, recently named as the safest country in Africa by World economic forum is changing the travel narrative in the continent with its recent efforts in transforming its capital, Kigali with its many national parks as a point of attraction to many tourists. Rwanda has a rich cultural mix, wonderful natural surroundings and lots of gorillas to see. The captivating scenery of the fire-spewing volcanoes at the Volcanoes national park is worth the journey. 

 

kenya

Kenya is undoubtedly one of Africa’s greatest tourism destination for a wildlife. Kenya is famously known to be home to wildlife like lions, elephants, and rhinos.

The Giraffe Manor is a beautiful conservancy for Giraffes. You’re free to share a kiss with a giraffe and the experience is simply mind-blowing and delightful. For some people, it could be uncomfortable in the beginning, but in a couple of minutes, you’ll find yourself going back to get more kiss from the giraffes.

There are a whole lot of other animals to be seen at Maasai Mara, such as the rhinos, elephants, Lions, Kangaroos, ostriches, and many others.

 

 

 

Our very excited client kissing a giraffe at the Giraffe Manor in Kenya

 

 

 

Madam Grandeur and a happy client strikes a pose with the Maasai tribe in Kenya

 

 

A super excited client hanging a snake on his shoulders at Nairobi National Museum

 

 

Mauritius

Mauritius is just another paradise-island on the Indian Ocean, with its white sandy beaches, peaceful people and clear waters, the experience is simply amazing. For travelers who want to tour Africa in 2020, Mauritius is an amazing destination with a super-rich history, luxurious resorts, one of the world’s best botanical gardens, splendid traditional cuisines and many other amazing adventures you want to have a taste of.

Mauritius has a lot of attractive places to visit like the Capital Port Louis, Charamel village (with multi-colored sands like a rainbow), the mountainous side of the island on the West and South-west where most of its volcanic mountains can be found. You can also visit the Northern part of Mauritius with a colorful natural sight that leaves you awed as it has done to millions of adventurers who have been here. You can visit the two UNESCO world heritage sites, the Aapravasi Ghat and Le Morne cultural landscape, The black river Gorges national park and the Casela wildlife park where you can have a nice time with lion cubs.

 

There are quite a number of activities you can do in Mauritius from biking, zip lining, deep-sea fishing, mountain trekking, parasailing, underwatersea walk and many other amazing activities that can make the experience such a memorable one.

 

Seychelles

Seychelles, an amazing island on the Indian ocean and staying 1000 miles east of Tanzania with 115 strings of tropical islands is the most wanted destination for many adventurers. A country that was influenced by the presence of the British and the french during the slave trade. This paradise has a mix of interesting cultures and languages that makes tourists want to come back here again!

 

Seychelles is blessed with beaches, amazing white sand, turquoise water with a tropical atmosphere beach where you can have the feel of amazement. From the Famous Anse Source D’argent on la Digue, Anse Royal on Mahe, Grand Anse on la Digue or even the Anse Lazio on Praslin, these beautiful beaches are nothing short of splendid.

 

Though Seychelles is popular for its beaches, it also has great mountains, made from granite unlike the volcanic ones in Hawaii. It also has a vastly cool native wildlife and also the Coco de Mer palm which you can find at the Vallee de Mai nature reserve, recognized by the UNESCO world heritage site.

 

Talk of delicious food, Seychelles boasts of tasty kinds of seafood on their menu with Creole dishes that you can find available in most of their restaurants. 

 

You can have great activities in Seychelles that range from hiking (don’t forget your sturdy boots), sailing, snorkeling, diving, and surfing. There are lots of places to visit in Seychelles, from the Sainte Anne Marine National Park, Morne Seychellois National Park, Seychelles Natural History Museum, Domaine de Val des Prés, Rita’s Art Studio And Gallery and lots more.

 

 

Ghana

The West African country is one of the ideal destinations for tourists from Europe and neighboring countries. English speaking and safe for tourists with plenty of activities like tracking elephants on foot in the National Park at Mole, sight waterbuck, hippos, warthog and water buffalo and hyenas at the park. You can also visit the UNESCO-listed fifteenth-century St George’s castle or shop for batik, and fashion accessories at Kumasi market.

 

Ghana is blessed with immense natural and cultural diversity with its dotted forts and Swedish, German and British castles lined up along the Cape Coast and Elmina. Ghana also has ancient mosques around the Northwest with the City of Kumasi serving as the royal capital of the Ashanti kingdom. The beautiful Kakum national park still houses the remaining rainforest animals like the Elephants, Leopard, 300 different kinds of birds and many more. If you’re also a beach lover who loves the sands, you can visit the white-sand beaches of Busua and Kokrobite or go hiking at the waterfalls and mountains of the Volta region.

 

 

Madagascar 

Madagascar is indeed a destination of wildlife, uncountable variants of habitats and rare species of wildlife you can’t find anywhere else on the face of the Earth. Madagascar has a mysterious, diverse and fascinating unique wild lives that house the famous Lemurs of Madagascar as they are called.

 

This amazing country has a vastly diverse tropical rainforest and a huge field of razor-sharp limestone pinnacles to massive baobab trees, mangroves swamps, caves, islands, and white-sand beaches. With a growing tourism industry, Madagascar has around 4,800 km long coastline, with 93 percent of its mammals, 89 percent of its plants and 98 percent of its reptiles are endemic. Tourists can trek, dive, snorkel and enjoy an array of flavored cuisines from the friendly Malagasy people.

 

If you are planning on where to go in 2020, you must book a session with Grandeur travels for expert advice on getting the best deals. 

 

For honest expert advice, give Grandeur travels a call now and do not miss our amazing Mauritius offer!

 

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How to plan your December vacation – trusted tips!

Planning to go on a December vacation trip? Not a bad idea!

 

December is here!, and with few weeks to go into the new year, you might love to go on a vacation trip. These helpful vacation tips will guide you in making the right decision.

 

The festive season will be filled with lots of bustlings – from shops showing off their festive season stock, and busyness of different people trying to get stuff for the season before prices skyrocket among many other things.

 

To ensure you enjoy the best of your December vacation to recover from the year-long hustle, Grandeur Travels is offering you an amazing planning guide to help you earn your greatest moment this holiday. 

 

Find the best deals

Many tempting deals come up within this period and you definitely cannot sign up for all them. Go for the best deals that can offer you the enjoyment, relaxation, and excitement that you want. If you’re planning a trip with your family, it will be a good deal to seek out deals that have amazing value for money packages – the best offer for everyone involved!

 

Find affordable deals

The best deals may not be the affordable ones. You have to consider the package that can serve your purpose and still offer you the value which will not take away all your money. In a busy season like this that a lot of people are busy with different plannings, consider your budget to be on the winning side.

 

Find out specials deals

Like the amazing Mauritius offer on the table from Grandeur travels and tour, you might want to think of signing up before the offer ends. This is one of our many special offers.

 

Find out special offers that have an “all-inclusive” package if you’re traveling with family or with a group.

 

From hotels reservation, visa booking, to car hire, make sure all the packages you want to sign up to meet your needs.

 

These trusted travel tips is the fastest and tested route to enjoying your December vacation.

 

We wish you compliments of the season in advance!

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10‌ ‌best‌ ‌places‌ ‌you‌ ‌MUST‌ ‌visit‌ ‌on‌ ‌your‌ ‌next‌ ‌trip‌ ‌to‌ ‌Dubai‌

The first part of our post on “10‌ ‌best‌ ‌places‌ ‌you‌ ‌MUST‌ ‌visit‌ ‌on‌ ‌your‌ ‌next‌ ‌trip‌ ‌to‌ ‌Dubai‌” has given you a few interesting tips on where to go as soon as you step into Dubai. Dubai is such an amazing place to be and you can enjoy it all of our time. No single moment of dulling!

Enjoy the second part of the post!

 

  1. Burj al-Arab

Dubai just seems to have a knack for a lot of record-breaking structures. After the biggest shopping mall in the world, the tallest building in the world and the largest flower garden, Dubai added to its list another masterpiece; the Burj Al-Arab which is the tallest hotel in the world. This magnificent structure has an exterior that lights up in the night in a choreographed show of captivating colors, standing at a massive 321 meters high on an artificial island on the Dubai coastline! This hotel is one of the most expensive hotels in the world at the moment with its most luxurious suits costing about $15,000 per night. 

Located on the Jumeirah road, the Burj Al-Arab has an underwater restaurant where you can dine and see the sealife for real! The restaurant is a glass-covered dining room that allows you to have a view of fishes swimming across and saying hello. On the same Burj Al-Arab, there is a California-style fusion restaurant scape for you if you have extra more to spend. You can also have a Skyview at the bar on the 27th floor. The experience here is nothing short of awesomely captivating!

Dubai Palm Jumeriah

  1. Dubai Creek & Al Seef District

The Dubai creek is the part that separates the city into two towns, having the Bur Dubai to the South and the Deira to the North. This town has a rich history that goes back to about 4,000 years ago with the modern era beginning just about 1830. The Dubai Creek banks have the Dhow wharfage along its bank on the North of Al_maktoum bridge. You can visit this place for sightseeing of the dhows anchored here over 100yrs ago. 

And on the Bur Dubai side of the creek, the waterfront has been regenerated as the Al-Seef district with a waterfront that has a traditional coral-block and limestone buildings, a floating market and dew shops selling crafts. This is a great place to be for tourist who wants to have a view of the waterfronts. Tourists can travel across the creek via any of the dhows or on the abra (small wooden ferry) between the ferry points on the Bur Dubai and the Deira banks.

 

  1. Jumeirah Mosque

Jumeirah Mosque is the most beautiful mosque in all of Dubai as considered by many due to its exactness to Cairo’s Al-Azhar mosque in Egypt with almost times eight of its size. There are lots of Islamic programs for tourists that range from Arabic classes, lectures, tours, etc. Tours officially start at 10 am daily except on Fridays.

 

  1. Sheikh Zayed Road

Dubai’s modern district has the Sheikh Zayed Road running through it. It has wide, eight-lane highway rimmed with towering glass, chrome, and steel high-rises along its entire length. The main attraction point on this highway is the famous Dubai malls, located along the road’s route. Along this road, you will find the Dubai World trade tower that has an observation deck, where visitors can have a panoramic view of the Gold and diamond park. Jewelry lovers can also come here to shop as there are more than 200 different shops here to buy from.

Shopping in Dubai

Shopping in Dubai

 

  1. Dubai Frame

Many tourists who have been to the older Dubai neighborhood, just on the Zabeel Park on Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed road, must have seen a gigantic frame-like structure sitting slap-bang in the area. This 150-meter-high picture frame is known as one of Dubai’s latest sights. It has inside it, a series of galleries which will whisk you through the history of the Emirati heritage before you travel to the sky deck where you will find amazing panoramas of both the old and new Dubai on different platforms. You can read more about the Dubai frame on https://www.dubaiframe.ae/en.

 

Here is the concluding part of the post, we hope you will visit these places and tell us how awesome your visit was. Drop your comments below and let’s hear your own version of the Dubai trip.

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