Ladakh, situated at almost the Northern tip of India, is a mountainous region and is full of serene beauty and offers peaceful coexistence for nature and its inhabitants. In comparison to its size, the place has very less population and therefore the usual trappings of so called modern day civilization have not affected this quite and beautiful place. It still offers visitors one of the most calm and quite environment with facets of Tibetan culture and Buddhism making their presence felt at almost every nook and corner. The locals are affable and are always welcoming with their customary prominent wide smiles.

In this 21st century visiting Ladakh could open up a completely new perspective towards life as well as provide great opportunity for the enthusiasts of adventure sports.

One could travel to Delhi or Srinagar and then avail any of the various flights which fly to the airport at Leh (one of Ladakh’s districts). Round the year Ladakh is home to various festivals which have their own distinct flavour. Some of the most famous ones are Hemish and Dosmoche festivals, the former being held in June/July every year whereas the latter takes place in the month of February.

Want to experience the thrills of India with Christmas vacations only a few steps away? Goa is definitely the place for you. Situated at the western coast of India at a region called Konkan, the place is a haven for the tourists descending from every nook and corner of the world. And the beautiful serene beaches of Goa bounded by the Arabian sea on its west coast is surely not going to disappoint you. The place which is often considered as a “tropical paradise” is best known for its climate, culture, food and music. The traditional Hindu temples, churches, the Goan dance, the shacks, the sandy beach and sea food all culminate at this very place.

Accommodation is not a head ache, as you just need to contact the tourism officials or you can check the website (www.goa-tourism.com) to get all the necessary information regarding boardings. The wide array of services provided by the authorities would certainly drag you to the spot, and you won’t be disappointed. Although there are no such direct flight to the spot, but if you are an international tourist, you can land in Mumbai and from there take a direct bus or you can travel by air. The exquisite beaches which include Anjuna Beach, Palolem Beach, Vagator Beach, Mandrim Beach, etc is a must visit for any tourist. The art and culture of Goa, which is quite similar to that of the Portuguese (Goa being a former colony of the Portuguese) provides you with a wide range of crafts work which you would like to take back home. So, if you are looking to chalk out a holiday trip to India with a seemingly low budget, then Goa is the place to be.

More on Goa: DirectLine Holidays, Wikipedia