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Aug
22
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aurvi asked:
So we have all heard about Goa party places and we have all heard about its old churches. We know how Goan seafood is scrumptious, how alcohol is cheap and in plenty, how South Goa abounds in expensive resorts and how Panjims ferry rides are fun. If you think about it, Goa is the quintessential travel destination, written about till death, exhausted beyond boredom.
Think again. Look beyond the crowds at Baga and Calangute to poke into the interiors. Once you reach the spot where the whirr of the two-wheelers die down, look around. You will see lovely low hills at the horizon, paddy fields stretching in expanses of green and backdrops studded with coconut trees.
Panjim, the capital city, often gets ignored by the holiday makers, or used only to touch base with the state. Much administrative work goes on in Panjim and it is louder, more polluted, less interesting than the rest of the state. But delve in to the Fontainhas, Panjims old quarter, and you will see quaint Portuguese bungalows with colour-washed columns. Magnificent chapels here have windows decorated with marigold flowers and some have earthen lamps burning outside in an intriguing mix of cultures and religious practices.
31st January Road is one such spot. Flanked by neo-classical bungalows in shades of butter yellow, dull blue and faded olive on one side, and the Pato creek on the other, the cobbled streets of this area are reminiscent more of a European hamlet than an Indian capital city. The area is full of alternative art galleries and heritage hotels – places that preserve their antique furniture as well as architecture to give you a window into a past that once was.
Portuguese was the official language of Goa until the 1960s. This is still evident in quaint nameplates than hang outside these bungalows, delicately carved in wood, written in letters with a great flourish. Drive down Panjims main road that runs by the Miramar beach and stop to eat at Mamas Kitchen, a restaurant wholly dedicated to preserving original Goan recipes – home food – with ingredients that range from vinegar to palm wine, beef to dried peppercorns.
Go further south to uncover the hidden side of Goa. Little rivulets here cut across roads to meet the sea. There are places where greenery shuts out sunlight and forms canopies for you to drive beneath, where tiny villages have rural lifestyles untouched by the touristy commercialisation the states been witnessing. Everywhere there are tiny water bodies with lotuses and water lilies. These places in Goa have a surfeit of green.
The greenery opens up to white sands and a blue, blue sea. Give the tourist-bus-friendly beaches a miss and head towards the isolated beaches. Betalbatim, Utorda, Bogmalo and Velsao are spectacular as well as spotlessly clean. Free from hawkers, some of these beaches are dotted with little shacks serving spicy vindaloo and gobhi Manchurian with beer – brewed from barley or of the fruit variety. Just take your pick.
If you are visiting Goa for the first time, get a massage at Calangute by all means. Do buy trinkets from vendors at Baga and go shake a leg at Titos. But do not forget to look further to discover these hidden places in this beautiful, laidback state.
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So we have all heard about Goa party places and we have all heard about its old churches. We know how Goan seafood is scrumptious, how alcohol is cheap and in plenty, how South Goa abounds in expensive resorts and how Panjims ferry rides are fun. If you think about it, Goa is the quintessential travel destination, written about till death, exhausted beyond boredom.
Think again. Look beyond the crowds at Baga and Calangute to poke into the interiors. Once you reach the spot where the whirr of the two-wheelers die down, look around. You will see lovely low hills at the horizon, paddy fields stretching in expanses of green and backdrops studded with coconut trees.
Panjim, the capital city, often gets ignored by the holiday makers, or used only to touch base with the state. Much administrative work goes on in Panjim and it is louder, more polluted, less interesting than the rest of the state. But delve in to the Fontainhas, Panjims old quarter, and you will see quaint Portuguese bungalows with colour-washed columns. Magnificent chapels here have windows decorated with marigold flowers and some have earthen lamps burning outside in an intriguing mix of cultures and religious practices.
31st January Road is one such spot. Flanked by neo-classical bungalows in shades of butter yellow, dull blue and faded olive on one side, and the Pato creek on the other, the cobbled streets of this area are reminiscent more of a European hamlet than an Indian capital city. The area is full of alternative art galleries and heritage hotels – places that preserve their antique furniture as well as architecture to give you a window into a past that once was.
Portuguese was the official language of Goa until the 1960s. This is still evident in quaint nameplates than hang outside these bungalows, delicately carved in wood, written in letters with a great flourish. Drive down Panjims main road that runs by the Miramar beach and stop to eat at Mamas Kitchen, a restaurant wholly dedicated to preserving original Goan recipes – home food – with ingredients that range from vinegar to palm wine, beef to dried peppercorns.
Go further south to uncover the hidden side of Goa. Little rivulets here cut across roads to meet the sea. There are places where greenery shuts out sunlight and forms canopies for you to drive beneath, where tiny villages have rural lifestyles untouched by the touristy commercialisation the states been witnessing. Everywhere there are tiny water bodies with lotuses and water lilies. These places in Goa have a surfeit of green.
The greenery opens up to white sands and a blue, blue sea. Give the tourist-bus-friendly beaches a miss and head towards the isolated beaches. Betalbatim, Utorda, Bogmalo and Velsao are spectacular as well as spotlessly clean. Free from hawkers, some of these beaches are dotted with little shacks serving spicy vindaloo and gobhi Manchurian with beer – brewed from barley or of the fruit variety. Just take your pick.
If you are visiting Goa for the first time, get a massage at Calangute by all means. Do buy trinkets from vendors at Baga and go shake a leg at Titos. But do not forget to look further to discover these hidden places in this beautiful, laidback state.
This article is owned by http://www.cleartrip.com
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Jun
22
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Kirby Collins asked:
I’ve lived on the east coast of Florida for many years but it wasn’t until recently that I spent a few days in the Panhandle. I was so surprised at how different it was from all the other places I had been in Florida, and I have been all over Florida. For one thing the water is a beautiful shade of emerald green and the beaches are white sand where as the water along the east coast are a beautiful clear blue and the beaches are a lovely oatmeal color, quite a contrast. One of the other things I noticed was how the area, especially around Destin, was so beautiful and peaceful. There were tree lined streets, small pastel painted houses, outdoor malls that were cleverly disguised as quaint wood framed buildings which held all the designer brands and labels and at least a dozen well manicured golf courses. I’m sure you’ve all heard of Florida Panhandle Beaches like Pensacola and Panama City Beach, but let me tell you about these great spots in between.
Dotted along the road between Destin and Panama City Beach are the picturesque, beachfront towns of Seaside, Watercolor, Sandestin and Miramar. These towns are small and homey, with tree lined streets and pastel painted houses; they look like something out of a movie. Hollywood thought so too, and so they decided to film the movie “The Truman Show”, starring Jim Carey, in the town of Seaside. If you’ve ever been to Hilton Head, South Carolina, Sandestin is a lot like it; very understated and classy. Sandestin is known for its fabulous Golf courses and the Village of Baytowne Warf, which consists of 50 boutiques and specialty merchants which overlook Choctawhatchee Bay. Watercolor is small, approximately 500 acres, but packed with many resort and residential areas all just waiting to be rented for your perfect Florida vacation. Grayton Beach State Park has a fishing pier and hiking trails. Miramar is the place shop. Home of the Silver Sands Factory Stores, it is called the largest designer outlet center in the U.S.; they have over 100 designer outlet shops.
Navarre Beach has soft white sand, emerald green water and is one more place to stretch out and just relax. It’s a great place to kayak along the shore or sail out and see what fish are biting today. Navarre Beach is the fastest growing community in Santa Rosa County, partly due to a new and scenic road that connects it to Pensacola Beach. While you can hit the greens for a round of golf at one of the many area courses, Navarre Beach is all about nature. Eight of the 12 miles of beach here are part of the Gulf Islands Natural Seashore and are federally protected. You can hike, picnic, bike along one of the trails, snorkel, fish and go boating. Try horseback riding or bird watching with the family; Navarre Beach is a great place to be still and get back to nature. They have many hotels, resorts and vacation rentals should you choose to vacation on the beach.
Destin is also known to be a big resort town and one of the most spectacular examples is the new Emerald Grande at Harbor Walk Village; this 5-star resort is located oceanfront and is available for weekly rentals. Even with an estimated 4.5 million people visiting the area, there are people who live in Destin year round, and according to a 2004 census, that number was reported to be just over 12,000 people
The East Pass, which is also called Destin Pass, is at the western tip of the peninsula and is the only outlet of Choctawhatchee Bay into the Gulf of Mexico. The claim has been made that this pass was dug by hand but it appears on early maps of the French, Spanish and English surveyors, so this is likely not true. The East Pass must be dredged on a regular basis in order for it to remain navigable, the first known map of the East Pass was drawn by Don Francisco Tapia, who was commissioned to survey the coast of Florida and draw the map.
The community of Destin has existed for over one hundred and fifty years and started as a humble fishing village. The city of Destin can trace it’s roots back to the 7th century A.D. when it is believed that the American Indians lived in the area. Destin is named for Captain Leonard Destin, who settled in Northwest Florida around 1845; he moved here from Connecticut and was a pioneer in the fishing industry. Today Destin is touted as the “World’s Luckiest Fishing Village” and claims the largest, best equipped fishing fleet in Florida docks are in Destin Harbor. When you visit, you can play golf, tennis and of course do anything you can think of on the water, including snorkeling and diving. If you’d like to charter a boat to do some fishing in the Gulf, you’ll appreciate the fact that the 100 Fathom Curve is closer to Destin than any other spot in Florida, making it the fastest way to get to the deep waters in the Gulf.
No matter where you are in the Panhandle when the day is done, do yourself a favor pick a beach and make it a point to stop and just sit and watch the sunset, it’s a memory you’ll take with you and cherish for the rest of your life.
SEDLOCK
I’ve lived on the east coast of Florida for many years but it wasn’t until recently that I spent a few days in the Panhandle. I was so surprised at how different it was from all the other places I had been in Florida, and I have been all over Florida. For one thing the water is a beautiful shade of emerald green and the beaches are white sand where as the water along the east coast are a beautiful clear blue and the beaches are a lovely oatmeal color, quite a contrast. One of the other things I noticed was how the area, especially around Destin, was so beautiful and peaceful. There were tree lined streets, small pastel painted houses, outdoor malls that were cleverly disguised as quaint wood framed buildings which held all the designer brands and labels and at least a dozen well manicured golf courses. I’m sure you’ve all heard of Florida Panhandle Beaches like Pensacola and Panama City Beach, but let me tell you about these great spots in between.
Dotted along the road between Destin and Panama City Beach are the picturesque, beachfront towns of Seaside, Watercolor, Sandestin and Miramar. These towns are small and homey, with tree lined streets and pastel painted houses; they look like something out of a movie. Hollywood thought so too, and so they decided to film the movie “The Truman Show”, starring Jim Carey, in the town of Seaside. If you’ve ever been to Hilton Head, South Carolina, Sandestin is a lot like it; very understated and classy. Sandestin is known for its fabulous Golf courses and the Village of Baytowne Warf, which consists of 50 boutiques and specialty merchants which overlook Choctawhatchee Bay. Watercolor is small, approximately 500 acres, but packed with many resort and residential areas all just waiting to be rented for your perfect Florida vacation. Grayton Beach State Park has a fishing pier and hiking trails. Miramar is the place shop. Home of the Silver Sands Factory Stores, it is called the largest designer outlet center in the U.S.; they have over 100 designer outlet shops.
Navarre Beach has soft white sand, emerald green water and is one more place to stretch out and just relax. It’s a great place to kayak along the shore or sail out and see what fish are biting today. Navarre Beach is the fastest growing community in Santa Rosa County, partly due to a new and scenic road that connects it to Pensacola Beach. While you can hit the greens for a round of golf at one of the many area courses, Navarre Beach is all about nature. Eight of the 12 miles of beach here are part of the Gulf Islands Natural Seashore and are federally protected. You can hike, picnic, bike along one of the trails, snorkel, fish and go boating. Try horseback riding or bird watching with the family; Navarre Beach is a great place to be still and get back to nature. They have many hotels, resorts and vacation rentals should you choose to vacation on the beach.
Destin is also known to be a big resort town and one of the most spectacular examples is the new Emerald Grande at Harbor Walk Village; this 5-star resort is located oceanfront and is available for weekly rentals. Even with an estimated 4.5 million people visiting the area, there are people who live in Destin year round, and according to a 2004 census, that number was reported to be just over 12,000 people
The East Pass, which is also called Destin Pass, is at the western tip of the peninsula and is the only outlet of Choctawhatchee Bay into the Gulf of Mexico. The claim has been made that this pass was dug by hand but it appears on early maps of the French, Spanish and English surveyors, so this is likely not true. The East Pass must be dredged on a regular basis in order for it to remain navigable, the first known map of the East Pass was drawn by Don Francisco Tapia, who was commissioned to survey the coast of Florida and draw the map.
The community of Destin has existed for over one hundred and fifty years and started as a humble fishing village. The city of Destin can trace it’s roots back to the 7th century A.D. when it is believed that the American Indians lived in the area. Destin is named for Captain Leonard Destin, who settled in Northwest Florida around 1845; he moved here from Connecticut and was a pioneer in the fishing industry. Today Destin is touted as the “World’s Luckiest Fishing Village” and claims the largest, best equipped fishing fleet in Florida docks are in Destin Harbor. When you visit, you can play golf, tennis and of course do anything you can think of on the water, including snorkeling and diving. If you’d like to charter a boat to do some fishing in the Gulf, you’ll appreciate the fact that the 100 Fathom Curve is closer to Destin than any other spot in Florida, making it the fastest way to get to the deep waters in the Gulf.
No matter where you are in the Panhandle when the day is done, do yourself a favor pick a beach and make it a point to stop and just sit and watch the sunset, it’s a memory you’ll take with you and cherish for the rest of your life.
SEDLOCK
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May
19
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Rohan Arora asked:
One of the most famous beach destinations in the world today, Goa has made it to the list of the foremost tourist destinations in India, especially when it comes to entertainment. Goa tourism is growing at a maverick pace, thanks to the promotional efforts of the tourism department. The tiny state on the western coast of India is visited by numerous tourists, domestic as well as foreign. Growth in Goa tourism has caused a proportional growth in the related industries, and today a significant population depends on tourism for its livelihood.
A tour to Goa cannot be imagined without the beaches. The beaches of Goa form a long coastal stretch that is interrupted by three rivers. The beaches in north Goa are more popular than their southern Goa counterparts. They are well known for their entertainment quotient, and are regular venues of beachside moonlight parties. Anjuna, Vagator, Baga, Calangute, Miramar and Dona Paula are the famous beaches of Goa.
The Goa tours are also known for the immense variety of water sports. Your trip to Goa will come alive when you indulge in activities like water skiing, speed boating, para-sailing, water scootering and fishing. These activities are the highlights of Goa tourism and make up a memorable family vacation.
Food is an integral part of the Goa tours. The state has a cosmopolitan culture where Konkanese, Indian and Portuguese cultures have come together to form a wonderful mix. This is evident in Goan cuisine. The beach shacks offer you a wide range of Goan and other food. During your trip to Goa, don’t miss out on the authentic cuisine of the state like Pork Vindaloo, Galinha com Coentro, Galinha Cafreal Sambharachi Koddi, and Goan Fish Curry. Do not leave Goa without tasting Feni, the local drink of Goa, available everywhere in the state.
The colorful journey in Goa continues with the festivals. The people of Goa love revelry, a Portuguese tradition. The major festivals are Christmas, Easter, Holi, Mardi gras, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, and Eid. The carnival is the best time to visit Goa. Held in February, the Goa carnival brings out Goa in all its colorful and vibrant glory.
As a tourist in Goa, you will be delighted to find a large number of accommodation options all around the state. These range from luxurious resorts to beachside huts. So whatever your budget is, you will find a place to stay of your choice in Goa. Panaji, the capital city, Mapusa, Old Goa, and Margoa are the main cities and have a lot of hotels to choose from.
Sightseeing involves the forts, temples, and the famous churches. The churches of Goa, like the Basilica of Bom Jesus are famous all over the world for their historic and religious significance. There are some well known wildlife sanctuaries in Goa and some scenic spots like the Dudhsagar waterfalls.
The Goa travel packages offer you all inclusive tours of the state. They cover the tourist destinations of the state with well planned itineraries, and include accommodation and dining facilities.
Come to the frolic capital of India – Goa, and let yourself loose in the non-stop revelry.
CROSSLAND
One of the most famous beach destinations in the world today, Goa has made it to the list of the foremost tourist destinations in India, especially when it comes to entertainment. Goa tourism is growing at a maverick pace, thanks to the promotional efforts of the tourism department. The tiny state on the western coast of India is visited by numerous tourists, domestic as well as foreign. Growth in Goa tourism has caused a proportional growth in the related industries, and today a significant population depends on tourism for its livelihood.
A tour to Goa cannot be imagined without the beaches. The beaches of Goa form a long coastal stretch that is interrupted by three rivers. The beaches in north Goa are more popular than their southern Goa counterparts. They are well known for their entertainment quotient, and are regular venues of beachside moonlight parties. Anjuna, Vagator, Baga, Calangute, Miramar and Dona Paula are the famous beaches of Goa.
The Goa tours are also known for the immense variety of water sports. Your trip to Goa will come alive when you indulge in activities like water skiing, speed boating, para-sailing, water scootering and fishing. These activities are the highlights of Goa tourism and make up a memorable family vacation.
Food is an integral part of the Goa tours. The state has a cosmopolitan culture where Konkanese, Indian and Portuguese cultures have come together to form a wonderful mix. This is evident in Goan cuisine. The beach shacks offer you a wide range of Goan and other food. During your trip to Goa, don’t miss out on the authentic cuisine of the state like Pork Vindaloo, Galinha com Coentro, Galinha Cafreal Sambharachi Koddi, and Goan Fish Curry. Do not leave Goa without tasting Feni, the local drink of Goa, available everywhere in the state.
The colorful journey in Goa continues with the festivals. The people of Goa love revelry, a Portuguese tradition. The major festivals are Christmas, Easter, Holi, Mardi gras, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, and Eid. The carnival is the best time to visit Goa. Held in February, the Goa carnival brings out Goa in all its colorful and vibrant glory.
As a tourist in Goa, you will be delighted to find a large number of accommodation options all around the state. These range from luxurious resorts to beachside huts. So whatever your budget is, you will find a place to stay of your choice in Goa. Panaji, the capital city, Mapusa, Old Goa, and Margoa are the main cities and have a lot of hotels to choose from.
Sightseeing involves the forts, temples, and the famous churches. The churches of Goa, like the Basilica of Bom Jesus are famous all over the world for their historic and religious significance. There are some well known wildlife sanctuaries in Goa and some scenic spots like the Dudhsagar waterfalls.
The Goa travel packages offer you all inclusive tours of the state. They cover the tourist destinations of the state with well planned itineraries, and include accommodation and dining facilities.
Come to the frolic capital of India – Goa, and let yourself loose in the non-stop revelry.
CROSSLAND
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May
10
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Jessica Shankar asked:
India enjoys a long coastline of 6000 km dotted with some of the most exquisite beaches of South Asia. These inviting beaches beckon thousands of tourists from all over the world. Thanks to these beaches and their paradisaical ambience, India is emerging as one of the top destination for theme holidays. In fact, Beach Holidays in India in combination with its culture, traditions and heritage present heady cocktail which is seen nowhere in the world. Choosing your beach destination could be a perplexing task as India is replete with hundreds of good beaches which are unique in their own right.
Goa - the beach capital of India - is dotted with numerous beaches with a host of tourist facilities and hotels around them. No wonder then, Goa is thronged by tourists all the year round. Thanks to the beautiful beaches in Goa, the state is popularly called the pearl of the east.
Based on geography, Goan beaches can be divided in two parts – Northern Goa beaches and Southern Goa beaches. While north Goa beaches like Anjuna, Calangute, Baga, Miramar and Mobor are highly commercial and thronged by large number of vacationers, the south Goa beaches like Colva, Utorda, Varca, Betalbatim and Palolem offer more calm and quiet corners to hang around on the Beach Vacations in India.
Goan beaches are perfect for hiking, swimming, sun-bathing and water sports. Anjuna beach is famous for its rave parties and shopping facilities while Calangute and Baga are known for their water sports facilities like wind surfing, snorkeling, speed boating, water skiing, parasailing and deep sea fishing. The silvery beaches of Colva and Palolem are top draw amongst the tourists for their pristine beauty. They are more or less untouched by commercial activity.
If you are looking for more quieter beaches for your beach vacations, then some beaches in Gujarat such as Diu and Karnataka such as Gokarna (situated near Goa) will offer exactly what you are in search of. Tamil Nadu’s Mamallapuram beach and Orissa’s Gopalpur are also some of the finest beaches with tiny hamlets and colonial ruins in quiet ambience.
Kerala is famous for its lush greenery and natural beauty. There are numerous beach destinations in this God’s own country: Kovalam, Varakala, Fort Kochi, Kappad, Cherai, Alleppey, Bekal, Beypore, Marai and many more. All these beaches have their own individuality and charm. No matter where you go in Kerala, you will surely experience a memorable beach holidays in India.
Kerala Beaches also offer a range of water sports and adventure sports. If adrenaline rush is your thing then catamaran sailing, speed boating and scuba diving are for you. Those who don’t want to indulge in these sports can relax and unwind on the beach having sun bath, angling or just hiking around.
Beach holidays in India will surely offer an experience of a lifetime during your visit to the country. Just make sure you make the most of your time and have fun on offer at your destination of your choice.
CRAWSHAW
India enjoys a long coastline of 6000 km dotted with some of the most exquisite beaches of South Asia. These inviting beaches beckon thousands of tourists from all over the world. Thanks to these beaches and their paradisaical ambience, India is emerging as one of the top destination for theme holidays. In fact, Beach Holidays in India in combination with its culture, traditions and heritage present heady cocktail which is seen nowhere in the world. Choosing your beach destination could be a perplexing task as India is replete with hundreds of good beaches which are unique in their own right.
Goa - the beach capital of India - is dotted with numerous beaches with a host of tourist facilities and hotels around them. No wonder then, Goa is thronged by tourists all the year round. Thanks to the beautiful beaches in Goa, the state is popularly called the pearl of the east.
Based on geography, Goan beaches can be divided in two parts – Northern Goa beaches and Southern Goa beaches. While north Goa beaches like Anjuna, Calangute, Baga, Miramar and Mobor are highly commercial and thronged by large number of vacationers, the south Goa beaches like Colva, Utorda, Varca, Betalbatim and Palolem offer more calm and quiet corners to hang around on the Beach Vacations in India.
Goan beaches are perfect for hiking, swimming, sun-bathing and water sports. Anjuna beach is famous for its rave parties and shopping facilities while Calangute and Baga are known for their water sports facilities like wind surfing, snorkeling, speed boating, water skiing, parasailing and deep sea fishing. The silvery beaches of Colva and Palolem are top draw amongst the tourists for their pristine beauty. They are more or less untouched by commercial activity.
If you are looking for more quieter beaches for your beach vacations, then some beaches in Gujarat such as Diu and Karnataka such as Gokarna (situated near Goa) will offer exactly what you are in search of. Tamil Nadu’s Mamallapuram beach and Orissa’s Gopalpur are also some of the finest beaches with tiny hamlets and colonial ruins in quiet ambience.
Kerala is famous for its lush greenery and natural beauty. There are numerous beach destinations in this God’s own country: Kovalam, Varakala, Fort Kochi, Kappad, Cherai, Alleppey, Bekal, Beypore, Marai and many more. All these beaches have their own individuality and charm. No matter where you go in Kerala, you will surely experience a memorable beach holidays in India.
Kerala Beaches also offer a range of water sports and adventure sports. If adrenaline rush is your thing then catamaran sailing, speed boating and scuba diving are for you. Those who don’t want to indulge in these sports can relax and unwind on the beach having sun bath, angling or just hiking around.
Beach holidays in India will surely offer an experience of a lifetime during your visit to the country. Just make sure you make the most of your time and have fun on offer at your destination of your choice.
CRAWSHAW
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Mar
07
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Naveen Marasinghe asked:
Speak of Hong Kong and you can’t avoid talking about the many food districts. The most notable Causeway Bay is for authentic Hong Kong cuisine with the atmosphere to match it. From local snacks along the Jardine’s Bazaar, Tang Lung and Matheson Street to illuminated 24-hour food stalls and from bars and sushi parlors along Sunning Road to the elegant restaurants at the Times Square, Theater Plaza on Percival and Paterson streets, Causeway Bay is the ultimate source for all native gourmets.
If all sorts of Asian cuisine is your preference, head towards Kowloon City. Formerly an industrial hub, Kowloon City gradually evolved into one of Hong Kong’s best Asian gourmet destinations. While the cuisine is dreamy and delicious, the prices are so low that you can savor a variety of cuisines in a single night without breaking your budget. Spicy South Asian dishes are offered alongside the sweet and sour Cantonese and Chiu Chow delights.
Lan Kwai Fong & SoHo are the places to check out when you long for some global delicacies. Once known as the “fringe central” because of its waterfront focus, La Kwai Fong is now a very casual and lively dining region. Specialties include Italian, French, Mexican, Middle Eastern and North American cuisine. Most restaurants are located along the shaded streets and open onto cobblestone streets, which provide the perfect atmosphere for alfresco dining. A little towards the western side from here, the South of Hollywood Road or SoHo, offers Indian, French, Nepalese, Mexican and Italian dishes in a range of bars and restaurants.
For freshly prepared seafood, head to Sai Kung, Lamma Island or Lei Yue Men. The beautiful setting is livened up by the best types of fish, lobsters, scallops and juicy prawns. A bit grander and elaborate than other food districts in Hong Kong, these will often require advanced booking. In comparison, Stanley, located on the southern side of town, offers a different atmosphere, with seafront alfresco and boutique beer options. It’s a relaxed dining area, with romance as its number one appeal.
The energetic and bustling Tsim Sha Tsui district is undoubetdly where you should be for an assortment of tastes, ranging from traditional Chinese to creative international cuisine. Szechuan Chinese is a favorite at the Miramar Shopping Center, while Knutsford Terraces & Steps serves a kaleidoscope of international dishes.
Finally, theres Hung Hom, the veritable specialty restaurants region. The stars are all Asian, snacks, full-course meals and a wonderful range of authentic Chinese gourmet.
Visiting Hong Kong’s fantastic food districts can take days for you to truly enjoy, so why not stay at an acclaimed hotel in Hong Kong and take your own good time savoring the dishes? You can choose any Hong Kong Island hotel, but check out Hotel Jen before you look for any other. As a hotel in Hong Kong, there’s no place to beat this one.
MALSTROM
Speak of Hong Kong and you can’t avoid talking about the many food districts. The most notable Causeway Bay is for authentic Hong Kong cuisine with the atmosphere to match it. From local snacks along the Jardine’s Bazaar, Tang Lung and Matheson Street to illuminated 24-hour food stalls and from bars and sushi parlors along Sunning Road to the elegant restaurants at the Times Square, Theater Plaza on Percival and Paterson streets, Causeway Bay is the ultimate source for all native gourmets.
If all sorts of Asian cuisine is your preference, head towards Kowloon City. Formerly an industrial hub, Kowloon City gradually evolved into one of Hong Kong’s best Asian gourmet destinations. While the cuisine is dreamy and delicious, the prices are so low that you can savor a variety of cuisines in a single night without breaking your budget. Spicy South Asian dishes are offered alongside the sweet and sour Cantonese and Chiu Chow delights.
Lan Kwai Fong & SoHo are the places to check out when you long for some global delicacies. Once known as the “fringe central” because of its waterfront focus, La Kwai Fong is now a very casual and lively dining region. Specialties include Italian, French, Mexican, Middle Eastern and North American cuisine. Most restaurants are located along the shaded streets and open onto cobblestone streets, which provide the perfect atmosphere for alfresco dining. A little towards the western side from here, the South of Hollywood Road or SoHo, offers Indian, French, Nepalese, Mexican and Italian dishes in a range of bars and restaurants.
For freshly prepared seafood, head to Sai Kung, Lamma Island or Lei Yue Men. The beautiful setting is livened up by the best types of fish, lobsters, scallops and juicy prawns. A bit grander and elaborate than other food districts in Hong Kong, these will often require advanced booking. In comparison, Stanley, located on the southern side of town, offers a different atmosphere, with seafront alfresco and boutique beer options. It’s a relaxed dining area, with romance as its number one appeal.
The energetic and bustling Tsim Sha Tsui district is undoubetdly where you should be for an assortment of tastes, ranging from traditional Chinese to creative international cuisine. Szechuan Chinese is a favorite at the Miramar Shopping Center, while Knutsford Terraces & Steps serves a kaleidoscope of international dishes.
Finally, theres Hung Hom, the veritable specialty restaurants region. The stars are all Asian, snacks, full-course meals and a wonderful range of authentic Chinese gourmet.
Visiting Hong Kong’s fantastic food districts can take days for you to truly enjoy, so why not stay at an acclaimed hotel in Hong Kong and take your own good time savoring the dishes? You can choose any Hong Kong Island hotel, but check out Hotel Jen before you look for any other. As a hotel in Hong Kong, there’s no place to beat this one.
MALSTROM
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