Tamil Nadu in South India has attained global renown for its ancient temples that are millennial and Mr Pandian, the Managing Director of Cholan Tours, calls the great hilltop Arunachaleswarar Fire Temple of Tiruvannamalai the “epicentre of spirituality” in Tamil Nadu. Mr Pandian further reveals that about 5000 expats currently live in Tiruvannamalai and the population is increasing as people from the world over, enticed by the palpable energy fields of the temple, live in this town and learn yoga and meditation at the Ramana Maharshi Ashram, an ashram founded by a sage who attained self-realisation through yoga. Mr Pandian himself is a follower of Ramana Maharshi whose portrait is carried religiously in every car service that Cholan Tours dispenses! Our driver, Mr Deva, perfectly fluent in English and ever so courteous, conveyed emphatically to us his boss’s dedication to the sage.

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You’ll probably get lost while wandering around the pretty whitewashed streets of Córdoba’s historic old town, but don’t panic. It’s part of the allure of one of Spain’s most charming towns. Located among rolling hills on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, Córdoba lies in the heart of the Andalucian plains. It can get hot here, very hot, which is why you won’t see many locals out and about during the midday hours. They’re wisely inside, though the inevitable tourists can be found roaming the nearly deserted streets, often with a dazed expression. This could be the result of the blazing heat or because they’ve gotten turned around in the rabbit warren of pathways. Or it could be because they’re in awe of this enchanting place. Speaking from experience, it’s most likely a mix of all of the above.

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High tea is served all year round throughout the UK and, for afternoon tea tourists, is just as much a civilized and timeless ritual in August as it is in February. London and Essex are the epicenters.Thirty miles from Stansted airport and forty from London, Tiptree in Essex boasts the UK’s only jam-making museum. Entry is free. The late J.S. Wilkin was fascinated by preservation. “Big John” began hoarding jam and everything to do with it. Not for rationing purposes but for historical motives. Jam was his legacy.

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Oceania Cruises added an eighth ship to its fleet last week, the lovely and elegant Allura. On her maiden voyage departing from Trieste and ending in Athens, this 804-foot, all-veranda stateroom ship has a 1,200-guest capacity in double occupancy, and spans 16 decks. This seven-day voyage the ship was at capacity, though due to the Allura’s generous and perfectly designed layout, plentiful public spaces, lounges, restaurants, and bars, she barely seemed half full. That delightful sensation was complimented by uniformly stellar service delivered by 800-crew members from 47 nations, reflecting a guest-to-crew ratio of 3:2 with cosmopolitan flair.

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There are two things I had wanted to experience in the Tucson area: Biosphere 2 and the town of Tubac. Now the time had come because Visit Tucson asked me to come to explore and write about the area.

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Tucson, Arizona, had been calling my name for quite some time. When Visit Tucson invited me to visit with a friend, I was thrilled. Tucson is 380 miles from Palm Springs, California, so we opted to take a road trip. Thus, the planning began to make it an adventure to learn about the culture and “discover” Tucson, for neither of us had been there.

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Southern California's Alila Marea Beach Resort, Encinitas provides wellness seekers an immersive spa and beach vacation. Perched up on a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Ponte Beach, I recently visited the resort's Spa Alila to learn about all of their spa experiences by the shore.

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There’s something special about a sojourn with your sister-like gal pals. You strengthen bonds and create memories that you’ll laugh about during a girls’ night out months later. If you’re fantasizing about getting away with your BFFs you’re not alone. In a recent TripAdvisor survey, 75% of female travelers are planning to take a trip this summer and 51 of those polled said they want to travel to make memories with friends and family. Although summer is slipping away, it’s not too late to treat yourselves to a getaway, even if only for a long weekend. Here’s a little inspiration..

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Luxury and boutique hotels are offering guests exciting car driving experiences by collaborating with local dealerships. A handful of hotels are providing their guests access to premium vehicles for test drives. The staff will curate day trips for guests to see some popular sights, and some hotels will chauffeur guests to airport or beach transfers.

The following vacation destinations are collaborating with luxury vehicle dealerships to provide guests a memorable, exclusive and convenient vacation getaway.

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Summer is a great time for cheese and wine parties. Cheese and wine are easy to serve outdoors with no major prep and minimal cleanup. It's also an ideal outdoor-friendly pairing for summer picnics, swim parties, backyard dinners and concerts in the park. Add some seasonal fruits (berries, figs, peaches) and mustards with bread or crackers to enhance wine and cheese tasting experience.

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