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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...