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Top 5 Things You MUST Buy from Frankfurt, Germany
Frankfurt is a diverse city. From the well-preserved, historic buildings of the Altstadt (especially the central Römerberg square) to the modern skyscrapers of the Innenstadt and the famous financial centre, it has it all. Moreover, shopping in Frankfurt is quite an experience! But if you look beyond the stony facts of Germany’s highest skyline, a whole lot of German lifestyle and traditions are waiting for you to discover. The city’s cultural life is full of civic customs and traditions shaped through the influence of the Roman Empire and Goethe, one of the world’s most famous poets. Frankfurt shopping is as varied as the city itself. Nearly every brand you can guess…
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Clothing Brands That Offer The Best Travel Collection In India
Shopping for clothes for a leisure trip can be tricky. You want outfits that look good on Instagram yet are comfortable for the road. The process gets more complicated, with so many brands available in the market. Worry not; in this post, we will talk about the best clothing brands ideal for your everyday casual wear and travel fashionable outfits and accessories. Note that we are referring to clothes for a relaxed holiday at a homestay, hotel, or resort (and not trips that require specialized gear). Best Clothing Brands in India for Men, Women, and Kids When looking for travel clothes, look for brands that offer practicality and comfort. Look…
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Best Travel Shoes For Men: Stylish & Comfortable Shoes for Travelling
Do you usually have to crop your vacation photos from ankles up to hide your shoes that are comfortable but not stylish enough? For your next vacation, take a look at this range of footwear that’s fashionable yet comfortable. 1. Alberto Torresi Men’s Leather Sandals and Floaters These are perfect to carry off a casual look while making a statement. [Price: Rs 2500 approx] Tip: Clean the footwear with leather cleaner or leather shampoo. Use a good quality brush to remove loose surface dirt. To buy, click here: Alberto Torresi Men’s Tan Leather Sandals and Floaters – 7 UK 2. CROCS Flip Flops These unisex flip flops are ideal for your…
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6 Hot Spots to Go Shopping in Chennai
Wonder what to buy from Chennai? Nikita Chawla brings to you Chennai’s finest shopping scenes (in no particular order). Shop as the locals do! Set in the picturesque panorama of the Coromandel Coast, Chennai has broken stereotypes and transformed into a cosmopolitan city comprising infectiously passionate people, luxury hotels, contemporary restaurants, pubs and clubs and mix of modern retail shopping malls and traditional shopping arenas in the cityscape. From charmingly woven and finest Kanchipuram silk saris to traditional antique jewellery to artistic handicrafts, Chennai is a perfect blend of modern meets traditional. Whatever may be your budget or occasion, one is definitely going to take home something from Chennai. Read…
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What to buy from Taiwan?
Haggling for a souvenir in the middle of the night is interesting. Shopping in Taiwan can be a fun experience even if you do not purchase anything. But with so many things to buy from Taiwan, you are unlikely to return empty handed. Here’s my list of things you should buy from Taiwan: 1. Camera: Check your DSLR camera. It most probably will have a “Made in Taiwan” label on it. Pick another one here at a reasonable price. Guanghwa Digital Plaza in Taipei is paradise for those looking for any type of electronic or computer gadget. Tip: It is advisable to take time to do a little survey of prices…
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Top 10 Unusual Things You Must Do in Taiwan
I confess I haven’t been much curious about Taiwan. My camera was born there, says the “Made in Taiwan” label on it. Apart from that my knowledge and interest about the leaf-shaped island has been limited. So, the experiences I had during my seven-day trip there were completely new to even my imagination. There are no never-seen-before-beautiful sights as such, so don’t put it in your must-see list… But the experiences it offers are enthralling. I recommend this offbeat destination in your must-experience list. Here are some of the top experiences I had in Taiwan – a list of things to do in Taiwan: 1. Offering Cake at a Temple:…
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Monday Musings: Dreaming of Istanbul
What’s the best way to beat Monday Blues? For a travel enthusiast, there can be no better way than visiting an old travel memory. A mental trip back to Istanbul, Turkey just did the trick for me. So, I thought of sharing it with my readers! The two pics here were my favourite elements during the trip. I had read so much about Istanbul, craving to visit it before I actually got a chance to. It seemed like something/someone was calling for me. Sadly, I couldn’t spend too much time here since I was headed for a conference in Izmir, Turkey. I ‘met’ Bosphorous river only from a distance.…
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Food Trip to Lucknow
Lucknow, almost never, figures in a traveller’s list when looking for getaway options from Delhi. I wonder why. It has everything for an ideal short weekend travel options, especially from the capital city. About a century ago, there lived a Nawab who was a kebab aficionado. As age caught up with him and he lost his teeth, he announced a contest under which whoever made the softest and most luscious of the dish would be awarded royal patronage. The victor in this contest was Haji Murad Ali, who used 160 spices to make the award-winning kebabs. Apparently, the man had only one hand and hence the dish came to be known as…
