Friday, 29 June 2012

Yercaud the poor man’s Ooty

Middle class people in India can only dream of holidaying as they are busy with their office schedule and when they manage to find time from office, the home front demands their attention. For the middle class person their whole life passes in fulfilling the never ending demands of the family and the thought of holidaying in exotic locations remains a distant dream. Thanks to Club Mahindra’s time share holiday, a holiday has not remained a distant dream for the middle class person. In their holiday scheme you have to pay low EMIs and they have 42 holiday resorts in exotic locations in India and abroad. One of those locations is Yercaud also known as the poor man’s Ooty. It is located in the Shevaroy hills of the Eastern Ghats in Northern Tamilnadu. It is called the poor man’s Ooty as it is cheaper than Ooty. The climate in Yercaud is pleasant and you don’t need your woollens to travel to Yercaud as it doesn’t become very cold. The beautiful scenery in Yercaud and its pleasant climate is gaining popularity with locals and outsiders. In Tamil Yercaud means Lake Forest and it is so named because there is a lake in its centre and forest all around it. There are coffee plantations and orange orchards in Yercaud. There are different species of flora and fauna in the forest all around. Yercaud is famous mainly for the coffee plantations but other plants also grow here. It is also famous for guava, jackfruit, spices like black pepper and cardamom. The forest in Yercaud has trees like Teak, Sandalwood and Silver Oak. 

For lovers of trekking, there are many trekking spots in Yercaud. A summer festival is arranged during the month of May in Yercaud. In this festival they organize flower shows, dog shows, boating race and fairs.

Wednesday, 27 June 2012

About Club Mahindra Udaipur Tourism


In the past the middle class citizen of India could not dream of holidaying and see exotic destinations. He was bogged down with his work and family life and worry about the finances as to how to make two ends meet. His whole life was spent in going to the office and devoting the spare time to the endless demands of the family. Today even the middle class citizen can dream of holidaying in exotic places like Udaipur thanks to Club Mahindra which has made holidaying possible on low EMIs. You can holiday in 42 exotic locations in India and abroad. One of the locations where they have a resort is the lovely lake city in the colourful state of Rajasthan, Udaipur.

Udaipur located on the banks of Lake Pichola is known as the white city. The many white marble palaces reflect in the calm waters of the lake. Udaipur has been voted as one of the most romantic cities of India. Overlooking the lovely Lake Pichola stands the splendid City Palace. It is marvel made of Granite and Marble. The majestic white City Palace is located in the heart or Udaipur and it is a heritage building. It showcases the finest aspects of the Rajput art and culture.

The City Palace which overlooks the Lake Pichola was built by Maharana Udai Singh of the ruling Sisodia clan in 1559 A.D. and extended to its present form by different ruling Maharanas. The palace is build in Granite and Marble. It is the largest Palace complex in Rajasthan. It is built on a raised height and is encircled by the ramparts of the Palace. The lovely buildings within the city palace are influenced by European and Chinese architecture. They are amazing in the range and the aesthetic beauty of their work. The balconies of the Lake Palace give a beautiful view of Jag Mandir and Jag Niwas.

Club Mahindra Holidays - Poovar Island Tourism

If you are a middle class person and believe that holidays are not meant for you as it would be too expensive for your budget. You also believe that holidays are for honeymooning couples and not for those with a family of four. Think again, Poovar is a place where you can enjoy a lovely family holiday within your budget and with your family. All you need is to find some time, pack your bags and head for God’s own country to enjoy your holiday.

Poovar is a small fishing island in the southern tip of Thiruvanathpuram district in God’s own country Kerala. The island has a beautiful beach on one side and backwaters on the other. During high tides an estuary links the island of Poovar to the sea. It is close to the harbour of Vizhinjam. It is a network of lagoons, lakes, canals, deltas, estuaries and it intersperse forty-four rivers that join the Arabian Sea. Poovar is located at a distance of thirty-eight kilometres from the state kilometre and a fifteen minute boat ride away from Thiruvanathpuram.

Poovar was an important trading centre and a port in ancient times where sandalwood, timber, spices and ivory were traded. According to popular legend port Ophir where King Solomon’s ships landed is actually Poovar. This island is quietly tucked away between lush mountains and the Arabian Sea. You could enjoy getting treated at its Ayurvedic village and enjoy complete relaxation of your senses. Poovar is in the list of fifty must visit places in India of National Geographic society. Poovar is unspoilt and unseen and it is free from all the hustle and bustle of other popular beaches. You could take a floating boat house to view the beauty of this island. Visit Poovar to experience a tranquil and relaxing holiday. Enjoy the relaxing beach, the beautiful backwaters and the relaxing Ayurvedic massages at Poovar.

Club Mahindra Royal Demazong Tourism


The thought of holidaying in exotic locations like Gangtok is a far-fetched thought. Due to the rising every day expense the middle class citizen only dreams of holidaying but can’t afford it. If he manages the finances the office front keeps him busy and if all this is settled then the demands of the family assail him. Thanks to Club Mahindra’s holiday concept which provides you holidays in 42 exotic locations in India and abroad, you can dream of holidaying in exotic locations like Gangtok and that too with your family.

Gangtok the largest town in Sikkim is also called the land of monasteries. It is located in the Shivalik range at an altitude of 1437 metres above sea level. It is one of the important Buddhist pilgrimage centres. After the construction of the Enchey monastery in the later part of the 19th century Gangtok gained religious significance among the Buddhists. Gangtok was an important trade centre between the British and Tibet during the 19th century. Gangtok was made the capital of Sikkim in 1894 by the then monarch of Sikkim. After India became independent in 1947 Sikkim chose to be an independent kingdom and Gangtok remained its capital. It became a part of India in 1975 and Gangtok became its official capital. The town of Gangtok has people of different ethnicities. Buddhists, Tibetans, Chinese and even Hindus live here and because of this all religious festivals are celebrated here and this gives Gangtok a very colourful look. The economy of Gangtok is dependent on Tourism and along with other holiday resorts club Mahindra also has a holiday resort in Gangtok. A large section of the population of Gangtok is employed in the tourist sector. Tourists here can take part in trekking, mountaineering as well as river rafting. Gangtok is an exotic holiday destination.

Thursday, 21 June 2012

Club Mahindra Hilltop Resort, Mussoorie Tourism


Dreaming of holidaying in exotic destinations like Mussoorie is an impossible thought for the middle class traveller who travels with a family comprising of four members. Most tourist destinations cater to a family comprising of two members, just the husband and wife, thanks to club Mahindra you can holiday in Mussoorie with your family and that too within your budget. Club Mahindra offers the budget travellers five star comforts in budget prices. You can enjoy holidays in exotic locations and that too with all five star amenities. Try visiting Mussoorie and experience heaven on earth.

Mussoorie is considered the queen of all hill stations in Northern part of India. If you are looking for a holiday destination in Uttrakhand it is the perfect choice. This hill station is a great favourite with honeymooning couples as well as trekking enthusiasts. Mussoorie has a lot to offer to all kinds of travellers. It is located at a distance of 34 kilometres from Dehradun. Mussoorie is home to various tourist attractions. One of its attractions is Lal tibba. This is the highest point in Mussoorie and gives you a splendid view of Mussoorie and Dehradun. The place is adorned by old British architecture and adds to the charm of the place. The second spot is called camel’s back point. This place is named after a large rock that resembles a camel’s back. The road is a 3 kilometre long stretch and is covered with Deodar trees, making it a green and serene stretch. One of the major attractions is Kempty falls. This is a very famous waterfall and you can enjoy yourself there. These falls are open to the public from March to July. The other two major waterfalls of Mussoorie are Jharipani and Bhatta falls. Jharipani falls are located 8.5 kilometres from Mussoorie. Bhatta falls is located on the Mussoorie Dehradun road and is perfect spot for bathing and picnic.

Club Mahindra - Mashobra tourism


Dreaming of holidaying in the Himalayas is almost impossible for the hardworking middle class man. One is busy at office and the time that is left is taken by the worries of the family. To imagine that one can holiday in the exotic Himalayas in one’s budget is a far-fetched dream, but that becomes possible thanks to club Mahindra’s time share holidays, with their time share concept where they have low EMIs and resorts in more than 42 exotic destinations in India and abroad. Thanks to club Mahindra you can dream of holidaying in Mashobra the exotic retreat of the presidents of India.

Mashobra is located at an altitude of 2500 metres above sea level. It is one of the largest watersheds of Asia with the Ganges and the Indus Rivers located on either side. It is small town in the Shimla district in the state of Himachal Pradesh. It is surrounded by thick forests or oak and Pine. This town was built by Lord Dalhousie in the eighteenth century. One of the main specialities of Mashobra is fruits; it supplies to the fruit markets of Shimla. There is a temple dedicated to Mahasu devta, a local name for Lord Shiva. Mashobra is also home to the musk deer and houses the Mashobra reserve national sanctuary. The best time to enjoy in Mashobra is from July to September. Mashobra is easily accessible from Shimla. It is only 15 kilometres from Shimla and you can get buses and taxis from Shimla to Mashobra. The nearest airport to Mashobra is also at Shimla about 35 kilometres away. The nearest railway station however is at Kalka about 100 kilometres away. Mashobra can also be reached by road from Delhi and Chandigarh. Many of the grand old houses in Shimla have been transformed to resorts.

Wednesday, 20 June 2012

Club Mahindra Safari Resort in Sasan Gir National Park


If you are a wildlife enthusiast, spending your vacations visiting one of the several national sanctuaries is a perfect way to spend a holiday. Visiting the Sasan Gir national park is a perfect idea to spend your hard earned vacations.  You can see the Lion in its natural habitat here.

Sasan Gir or the Gir national sanctuary is located in the state of Gujarat. This sanctuary is spread over an area of 1412 square kilometres and was established in the year 1965 to provide a protective habitat to the dwindling population of Lion.

Sasan Gir is the only place outside Africa where the Lion can be seen in its natural habitat. Various other species of animals and plants can be seen in the forest. Besides the Lion, the other predatory animals in Gir are the panther and the Hyena. This sanctuary is open to the visitors from mid October to mid June.
This park experiences a tropical monsoon type of climate. It is extremely hot and humid during the months of May to August in Gir. This sanctuary is closed to visitors during the summer months. According to estimates this sanctuary is home to 38 species of mammals, approximately 300 species of birds and 2000 species of insects. The state and central government has undertaken various efforts to preserve the rare species of Lions. One of these projects is setting up the Lion breeding program. Under this breeding program centres for breeding have been set up in various parts of the forest. The concentrated efforts to increase the population of Lions has reaped rich rewards as the population has gone up 15 in 1990 to over 400 presently. Sasan Gir conducts wildlife safaris for the visitors and you can. The cuisine available in this area is the mouth watering Gujarati cuisine.