Festivals Galore
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Apr 03 2015Baisakhi – The beautiful harvest festival
Baisakhi, also known as Vaisakhi, is a harvest festival celebrated in the Punjab region. This is a festival that also marks the Punjabi New Year and is celebrated to give thanks for the good harvest season and prayers are said for future prosperity. Beautiful fairs are held in the villages in Punjab and the atmosphere […]
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Dec 31 2014
7 things you shouldn’t do this New Year!
The momentous occasion when we rack our brains trying to figure out the best New Year’s resolution is fast approaching. But how often do we actually follow the must-do? Procrastinating becomes our life’s mantra and we gladly push things forward to the next year. So when the clock strikes 12, let’s draft a resolution about […]
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Dec 19 2014
Best Places to Spend the New Year
With the New Year fast approaching, it’s time to start preparing your itineraries. Whether it’s a beachy destination you wish to head to or dream of partying in the city that never sleeps, India is adorned with the most idyllic places for celebration. So why stay at home when you have so much to explore […]
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Dec 19 2014
Travelguru Special – Holiday Enchantments with unlimited savings
The tree is decorated, the cookies are made, the gifts are wrapped and now all that is left is to plan a perfect little holiday! It’s that time of the year again when the sprits are high and we head towards the end of a beautiful year with great enthusiasm. With Christmas and New Year […]
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Oct 10 2014
Diwali Celebrations in India – Crackers, blessings & lights galore!
One of the most prominent festivals in Hindu culture – Diwali is celebrated with much fanfare throughout various communities in the Indian diaspora. Colloquially known as the “festival of lights”, it is generally a five-day celebration wherein families get together, friends indulge in merry-making, light lamps and diyas as well as gorge on sweet delicacies. […]
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