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Disney movies show us a beautiful world that almost seems unreal to an adult. But if we told you that these are all based on real life locations that you can visit on your next trip? Here are some beautiful locations that Disney got inspired from: 1.Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany This Bavarian castle from 1800s inspired the royal castle in Sleeping Beauty. It was built by Ludwig II as a personal retreat and he was known to be an enthusiastic art patron, his love for the arts showing in the grandiose of the castle. 2.Alsace, France This picturesque village in Northern France inspired the location where Belle stayed with her father in the Disney classic – Beauty and the Beast. The region’s architecture and the way of living is reflected in the Disney movie. 3.Mont Saint-Michel, France Remember the kingdom of Corona in Tangled? The unique island is inspired by the Mont Saint-Michel in Normandy, France where tidal waves periodically cut it off from the mainland. The striking location h...

Using homemade products over shop-brought ones is always a healthier alternative. Try out these simple recipes to make natural shampoo at home . 1.Natural Coconut Milk Shampoo Combine 1/4th cup of homemade coconut milk, 1/4th cup of liquid castile soap with 20 drops od essential oil of your choice and mix well in bottle or jar. If you use a foaming dispenser, add 1.4th cup of distilled water to the mix and for up to a month. 2.Moisturizing PH Balanced Shampoo Combine 1 can of full fat coconut milk with 2tbsp. raw honey, 1 tsp Jojoba oil, 1 tsp castor oil, 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar, and 1 tsp of any essential oil and whisk until smooth. Massage on your scalp and leave on for a few minutes before rinsing. 3.Honey & Tea Tree Oil Shampoo Combine 1 tbsp. raw honey with 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar. Add 4 ounces of aloe vera and 1 tbsp. coconut oil and blend and heat the mix if it is not melted. In a mixing bowl, add 1 tsp castile soap and 3 tbsp. distilled water and blend before ad...

Nothing is as relaxing as soaking in a tub of warm water, scented with wonderful salts or oils, after a hard day at work, or just a long week. You can make these luxurious bath and body products and home now, and customise them to suit your preferences, without spending a ton! 1.Bath Salts Epsom bath salts help detoxify and alleviate stress and tension. Using a scent like lavender, or cedar will give a calming effect, and citrusy notes like orange or lemon will be refreshing and joyful. Mix 3 cups of Epsom salt and 2 cups of sea salt in a large bowl and sprinkle 2 tbsp. of any essential oil to this and mix well with a whisk to remove all clumps. Add ½ cup of baking soda and mix well and store for later use. 2.Bath Milk Milk baths are soothing and does wonders for the skin, making it soft and smooth. Mix 1 ½ cups of powdered milk and ½ cup of Epsom salts together. Add 5-8 drops of any essential oil of your choice and mix. You could add food colouring to match the essence you have ...

Sleep is very essential for our good health and plays an important role in how effectively and efficiently we function through the rest of the day. And for a good night’s sleep, we need a good mattress. Here are 6 simple ways to help you choose a good mattress to suit your needs: 1.Age of your mattress Like everything else, mattresses also have an expiration date. Generally, mattresses over 8 years old are likely to affect your sleep and its indicative that you should most likely, change your mattress. Although latex and memory foam mattresses tend to have a longer life span. 2.Type of mattress Deciding the type of mattress you need is usually the hardest step but with this guide for the most common types, your decision process should feel easier. Latex is the best option for people who like bounce in their mattress, and want cooling and responsiveness, without the hug and contour of memory foam mattresses. Memory foam are good for support, pressure relief and body contourin...

As much as most of us love traveling , the act of packing your bag remains a daunting task for most. But if we can refer to a list with all the essentials for a healthy trip, how much easier could life get! Here are 10 essentials to carry with you on your trips, to make your travel healthier. 1.Sunscreen Pack a good sunscreen with the right SPF for your skin type and apply generously on your skin before leaving in the morning and reapply as needed. Travelling requires many hours spent sightseeing under the sun, which can harm the skin in more ways than one. 2.Bandages Especially if you are traveling in summer, there are always chances of blisters caused by heat or by walking around for too long. Bandages come in handy at such times. 3.Pain killers Headaches from too much heat, or aches from too much activity, can all be relieved with the right pain-killers. 4.Anti-allergic medicines You are traveling to a new place, and anything there could potentially cause allergies and ruin your...

Father’s Day is that special day of the year when we show our love and admiration for the man who taught us to be the people we are. Here are some of the coolest gifts you could get your dad this year. 1.Eyeglasses Get your father a trendy pair of glasses to remind him of his youth when he would have flaunted the latest fashion. His eyesight isn’t getting better, but his glasses should be cool. 2.Noise-cancelling headphones For those fathers who enjoy their music, a pair of noise-cancelling headphones is the perfect gift as they shut out the world and immerse into one of their own. 3.Coffee maker A full automatic coffee machine that grinds whole beans and creates any type of coffee that your father enjoys, would be the perfect gift for him. He need not have to head out to a café every time when he can get it from the comfort of home. 4.Portable charcoal gift An ideal gift for fathers who enjoy grilling on summer evenings with friends and family. 5.Leather jacket An awesome leather...

With summer in full peak throughout the country, it’s the season for ice creams, or preferably our very own Indian version of delicious kulfi! Here are some tasty recipes that you could try making at home to cool off from the summer heat this weekend! 1.Malai Kulfi This is the most popular variety of kulfi and is a favourite with everyone. Combine 2 ½ cups of full-fat milk, ½ cup condensed milk, and 1/4th cup milk powder in a deep non-stick pan, mix well and bring to boil. Add ½ tsp of cardamom powder and mix well and cook on a medium flame for about 25 minutes. Turn off the flame and allow the mix to cool down before pouring into 6 kulfi moulds and freeze until firm. 2.Mango Kulfi This summery dessert is an irresistible combination of fresh, sweet mangoes and kulfi. Mix ¼ tsp of saffron strands in 1 tsp of warm milk and keep aside. Next dissolve 1 tbsp. of cornflour in 2 tbsp. water and keep aside. Heat 4 ½ cups of full-fat milk in a deep non-stick pan and bring to boil whole stir...