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Monthly Archives: January 2008

Dining in India

With dozens of different regional cuisine all grouped under the blanket term “Indian food,” the country is a gastronome’s paradise. Cities like Mumbai and New Delhi are bases from where you can sample the country’s diverse fare, without actually going to every nook and cranny of the country.
The Mughals who ruled the […]

Hotel Safety For Your Kids

Whether you’ve booked your entire family into an all inclusive kid friendly resort or are just camping at a hotel, make sure you have all precautions for your children’s safety outlined. Thus is not to make you paranoid but your hotel is also home to hundreds of strangers, guests, staff and service people who […]

First Aid Kit For A Family Vacation

A first aid kit is an absolute must when you’re a family on vacation. The kind of medication that you’re used to might not be easily available at your destination. Your hotel might offer you emergency supplies, but beware that those hefty taxes will be applied to your emergency essentials as well. […]

Finding a Great Kid Friendly Hotel

Many resorts advertise themselves as child friendly resorts which means that they come with a full range of services that include baby sitting services, lots of activities for the kids etc. If your holiday does not involve being holed up in all inclusive resorts with all kinds of kid friendly amenities within easy reach, here […]

A Guide to Nursing on Planes

If you’re traveling with an infant who you’re still nursing, breastfeeding is a gift from the gods…literally! There are no bottles to remove from cumbersome, bags, no precarious balancing of bottle, baby and formula, and no need to sterilize bottles or ask the snooty stewardess to warm your pre boiled water for you. […]

Traveling with Children - Checklist for Your Trip

A family vacation can be a hassle free trip provided you have all the gear you need. To avoid leaving behind things that are really important, begin creating a checklist a couple of weeks before your flight, and add things to them over the days. If you sit down to make a list a […]