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Thinking of a Goan holiday? Looking at Goa for a family vacation or a road trip with friends? Look deeper, head inland….there is more to this “bite-sized” state than sun, sand, sea, beach, booze and bistros. This time around, along with the usual, try a different Goa as well and you are sure to come back with more selfie clicks and memoirs for your life. So read on, and plan to surprise yourself with a true Goan experience this time around. Check out these 10 best places to visit in Goa and things to do that won’t let you miss out on any of the Goan “fun”. 1. Calangute Beach- The “ Queen of Beaches ” One of the most popular beaches in Goa and also the largest beach in North Goa, Calangute beach is among the most recommended tourist places in Goa and popular with both domestic and international tourists. It is also the busiest and commercialized beaches in Goa. It offers a long coastline with an amazing view of the sea and the beach front is dotted with shacks, restaurants, clubs ...

Ground covers aren’t used very often and are sometimes misunderstood. However, they’re incredibly useful and beautiful to have around. Ground covers not only help protect the soil and slow down erosion, but they also can add color and fragrance to your garden. Here are some of the best ground covers to have around ! 1. Thyme Thyme is one of those ground covers that does all three things: protects, looks good, and smells good! Thyme comes in numerous different shades, so choose one you like and that matches your house and go with it! 2. Sedum The best thing about sedum is that it doesn’t require much water and that it’s fairly adaptable to the environment it’s planted in. Sedum also comes in numerous colors, so you can choose a color that suits your garden space. 3. Hens-and-Chicks If you’re trying to get a ground cover in a tight place then consider planting hens-and-chicks. This ground cover is great for small areas like between rocks and doesn’t require muc...

Skin care has always been an integral part of women’s lives, and now it is slowly starting to become a concern for men too. It’s very easy to believe those glitzy commercials starring prominent celebrities, who endorse skin care products, but the truth is, these products have a lot of chemicals added to them to make them give the desired results, and sometimes these products do work and sometimes they seem like a waste of money. While you can spend lots of money trying out new chemical-loaded skin care products till you find the right one that works for you, there’s an easy way out; you can use natural, home-made recipes to make face masks to get flawless skin while feeling satisfied that you’re not subjecting your skin to harmful chemicals. Here are a few easy to make face masks that use just 2 ingredients and work wonders on your skin and help keep pimples at bay. 1. Turmeric and Coconut Milk Face Mask Turmeric is one of the natural remedies that has been used to treat all types...

Few things in nature are as mesmerizing as a waterfall—the thunderous roar as water spills over cliffs, the light glistening off the spray, the sheer force of it all. We found the 10 most enticing cascades on the planet. Some are obvious choices (who could resist the honeymooners' classic Niagara?), others are more obscure (ever heard of Langfoss?), but they all share an important quality: One look, and you're bound to be transfixed for hours. 1. Niagara Falls The most powerful waterfall in North America, Niagara straddles the international border between Canada and the U.S., near Buffalo, New York. It is divided into three distinct cascades: The 167-foot-high American Falls and the 181-foot-high Bridal Veil Falls sit on the U.S. side; the 158-foot-high Horseshoe Falls drops on the Canadian. The best vantage point is from the water. The Maid of the Mist ventures to both sides along the Niagara River. The 600-passenger vessel gets so close to the action, in fact, that guest...

M ost of the top hill stations in India were established by the European colonists who looked for milder salubrious weather conditions they were used to back home to find respite from the scorching summer in India. Today, these hill towns spread across India are some of the top tourist places to travel to in India in summer, and they are also very popular choices for honeymoon . Mentioned below are some of the best hill stations in India to plan your summer escape. 1. Shimla: The Queen of Hills Gone are the days of British Raj but its shadows are still found in Shimla. Located deep in the foothills of Himalayas, Shimla is located at an altitude of 2159 meters (7000 feet approx.) and is one of the most popular hill resorts in India. The entire city is strung across a single ridge with sharp hillsides surrounded by pine deodar, oak, and rhododendron forests stretched out in all directions. It is the long winding main street called Mall where most of the action takes place in Shim...

Depression is a mental disorder characterised by sadness, loss of interest or pleasure, feelings of guilt or low self-worth, disturbed sleep or appetite, feelings of tiredness, and poor concentration. World Health Day 2017 was observed on April 7, with the theme being ‘Depression’ as it is a priority area of public health. Globally, it is the biggest cause of ill health & disability. Here are 5 facts you need to know about depression and anxiety. 1.Depression distorts thinking, causing the mind to play tricks on you. 2.Depression is experienced as anxiety 65% of the time and it is important to get the most effective treatment at the earliest. 3.Persistent irritability, chronic pain are all symptoms of depression. 4.Depression could be situational and/or bio-chemical and should be treated with a combination of medicine and psychotherapy. 5.Except for PTSD, women are twice as likely to suffer from anxiety disorders as men are, and anxiety disorders typically occur at a younger ...

1.Start small It’s a great idea to start gardening in a container that easily accessible to your backyard door or a window that you often use. This way you can make sure that the soil is fertile, and you can easily take off any weeds that grow in the container. First start small, then work your way up to a bigger garden. 2.Compost is important, so also is drainage Many ace gardeners are of the opinion that there is no garden without compost. Despite using fertile soil, you can make your own compost from leftover kitchen waste such as egg shells, coffee grinds and apple core. It is also important that you ensure your container has a few holes on the sides that act as an efficient drainage system. Make sure that the container stands on a line of rocks to give that extra elevation to allow the drainage water to fall instead of standing next to the container, causing fungus to grow. 3.Location is key It’s foolish to assume that all plants need equal sunlight. Different plants requi...