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Puerto Vallarta Glory Of The Pacific

While the Caribbean coast of Mexico offers you great destinations like Cozumel Cancun and Playa del Carmen the west coast provides you with even more enjoyment. The jewel of the west coast is Puerto Vallarta. You will find amazingly warm people fantastic living and the best way to relax on your tropical vacation.

The city of Puerto Vallarta lies nestled against the splendor of the Pacific Ocean. You will find wide expanses of sandy beach numerous options for chartering boats for scuba and fishing as well as some of the best shopping and dining in Mexico. Why take a trip to the city? You’ll experience the wonder and beauty of this pristine area firsthand.

The Ocean Here the Pacific Ocean is largely calm and undisturbed. You will enjoy access to aquamarine waters and much more. Just offshore you will find incredible coral reefs home to hundreds of species of fish and other marine life. You will also find numerous ways in which to explore those reefs. A scuba diving trip can be one of the best things for your vacation.

If you prefer to spend your time above water rather than below consider chartering a fishing trip. You can catch numerous species of game fish in the crystalline waters providing you with an incredible outing during your stay.

The City You’ll find numerous ways in which to while away your time in the city. November through May you can experience the thrill of bull fighting while you can stroll through some of the world’s most impressive art galleries any time of year. Dining is another thing that the city takes very seriously. You will find everything from Sushi to steaks and traditional Mexican cuisine. No matter what your taste buds crave you will find it here.

If you demand entertainment the nights in Puerto Vallarta come alive with music light laughter and life. Hot Latin beats and incredible music help you dance the night away. You will find international music as well. November sees numerous festivals in the city with fireworks and a pervasive festive atmosphere though the city is a live with entertainment year round.

Family Fun If you are looking for things to do with the family Puerto Vallarta offers you that as well. You can enjoy canopy tours out of the city taking you through the jungle canopy on a zip line. Visit any of the numerous water parks in the city or heat to a Mexican fiesta for great fun.

About the writer:nbsp;nbsp;M Gravlee is a retired newspaper publisher who spends several months a year traveling.

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Shopping In Kashmir-The Paradise Teeming With An Outstanding Range Of Handicrafts

Presenting tourists with some of the best handicrafts in India Kashmir is a treasure house of the beautiful and highonquality shopping items. Shopping is truly an adventure in Kashmir. Enjoy the excitement of scanning the bustling bazaars of the state for a variety of wonderful handicrafts. Mingle with the local people there and ask them about the best places for shopping. Well hone your bargaining skills before you step into the markets as here you can get a variety of shopping items at bargain prices. Sounds really overwhelming!

The handicrafts a unique part of the rich cultural heritage of Kashmir ranging from the delightful trinket to the Pashmina shawls are available here. The streets of the state are lined with numerous shops selling captivating handicrafts of the state. Shopping is an important part of the tour to Jammu and Kashmir. So don’t miss this part of your tour at any cost!

The colorful handicrafts of Kashmir are a great testimony to the colorful life of the people here. Saffron is one of the most popular shopping items in the state. Buy some amazing hand woven carpets to decorate your home in a traditional style. The walnut woodcarving will surely leave you enchanted. The Pashmina and Shahtoosh shawls are renowned the world over for their best quality so they are a mustbuy in Kashmir. The embroidered fabrics in different colors are very appealing to the eyes. The silk fabrics also occupy a significant place in the list of the shopping items in Kashmir. The state is known to manufacture high quality silk.

Although you can get the handicrafts at various markets in the state but there are certain markets which are famous for selling different handicrafts:

Lal Chowk and Badshah Chowk in Srinagar are famous for selling walnut wood carving items and paper mache.
J amp; K Arts Emporium is the best place for buying Pashmina shawls Shahtoosh shawls and carpets.
Tibetan market and Moti market in Leh offers a variety of handicrafts and Tibetan Silver jewelery.

Shop till you drop at the paradise on Earth Kashmir.

About the writer:  Shopping in Kashmir is like shopping in a paradise. When you are on your Kashmir Tour shopping is something you must not miss. To have the real taste of Kashmir shop for a variety of handicrafts available here. Kashmir is dotted with numerous shops selling handicrafts like Pashmina shawls silk saffron silver jewelery and much more. Take your pick.

Top Tips For Caravanning Through The Winter Months Part 2

• When booking your campsite look for one with heated toilet and shower blocks and mains electric hookups and this will make your stay that bit more comfortable.
• Use propane gas instead of butane as it performs better in the cold weather. Check you have the correct adapter for the type of gas you are using by visiting your local caravan accessory or camping shop.
• To prevent freezing of waste tanks or toilets use water system or car antifreeze.
• Its not advisable to use gas heaters overnight due to dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning so use electric fan heaters that can be thermostatically controlled or better still invest in some cold weather sleeping bags and extra blankets to cut down on heating costs.
• If possible pitch your caravan so that the fridge and other vents are not facing into prevailing winds.
• If it should snow make sure you clear any snow drifts away from caravan vents and shake the snow off the mains cable so it doesnt get buried too deep.
• Snow chains are always handy to have in the car should you get stuck in the snow. Just make sure you know how to fit them before setting off on your holiday and remove them as soon as the snow clears.
• If youre looking to buy a new caravan for use over the winter look for one that has an insulation grade of two or three. All models from 1999 should have an insulation grade so ask your local caravan dealer.
• If youre planning on caravanning a lot over the winter and are able to invest in a new tow car look for a four wheel drive with ABS and traction control.

With the long winters weve been experiencing and the wet summers make the most of your caravan all year round and book a winter break. Youll be surprised how busy some campsites are over Christmas and New Year so always plan ahead and ring to book your pitch making sure theyre not closed over winter.

About the writer:  Heather Robinson of Caravan Guard Limited. Caravan Guard specialise in touring caravan insurance and motorhome insurance. To sign up for our free emagazine and receive news and reviews every month visit http://www.caravanguard.co.uk