A Guide to Chasing Northern Lights in Tromso Norway

Chasing Northern Lights

SEARCHING FOR—AND FINDING—THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IS ON MANY BUCKET LISTS BUT THIS NOCTURNAL SHOW CAN BE ELUSIVE. HERE ARE YOUR BEST BET DESTINATIONS FOR SEEING THE AURORA BOREALIS.

It was late when the front desk guy at the hostel said, “There’s a good chance to see the Northern Lights tonight if you want to venture out.”

I was lounging in the common room in my cozy pants and a sweatshirt, contemplating bed. But the lure of was too great; I bundled up with the layers I’d packed, started my rental car, and made my way to the backroads of Vik, Iceland as recommended. There, alternating between starting the car for heat and (mostly) patiently waiting, I kept my eyes focused on the horizon.

When the green glow appeared, I almost thought I was imagining it. But the glow grew stronger until waves of lime green light undulated over the mountains. I was spellbound; I watched until my toes were tiny blocks of ice and my fingers were stiff. I didn’t even take out my camera—I didn’t want to miss a moment trying to capture it.

One of the most unforgettable experiences in the frozen north is searching for the Northern Lights. Part of the draw is the fact that there’s no guarantee that you’ll see them—each sighting is unique and special. However, there are certain locations, and certain times of year, offering a better chance of seeing the Aurora Borealis. These are the five best locations in the world to spot the Northern Lights, as well as when you should visit.

WHAT ARE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS?

But first, science:

The Northern Lights are caused by electrically charged particles from the sun as they hit the Earth’s magnetic field. The magnetic poles of the northern and southern hemispheres attract this “solar wind,” and the particles create the light show we see. The intensity of the lights depends on the activity of the sun, and the acceleration speed of these particles. Several apps forecast potential activity, like the My Aurora Forecast app, to help narrow down potential sighting windows, but nothing is guaranteed.

ICELAND

Because of its location close to the North Pole, Iceland is a prime destination for seeing the Northern Lights. In general, you might see the lights at any time from September to mid-April; November to February is touted as prime time as they’re the darkest months. When the Lights are active, they can be seen in Reykjavik, but your best bet is to venture away from the city. Several tour operators offer excursions from Reykjavik to chase the Northern Lights, but spending a few nights afield is a better bet for seeing them.

NORWAY

Norway is one of the most popular destinations for catching the Northern Lights because of the amount of land that lies above the Arctic Circle. Though it may be possible to see the lights in the summer months, visiting between October and January is a better statistical bet as the nights are longer and darker. Some of the more popular towns in Norway to see the Aurora Borealis include Tromso (tons of tours), the Lofoten Islands (dramatic displays over the picturesque landscape), and Senja (see the lights reflected in the Norwegian fjords).

FINLAND

Like Norway, much of northern Finland is located above the Arctic Circle and an ideal spot for Northern Lights watching. Fact: The Northern Lights are visible on roughly 200 nights a year—or every other clear night—in Finnish Lapland. Head to Rovaniemi and you’ll find tours that will offer a chance to see the lights but be forewarned: with upwards of 30 people on some of these tours, they’re not as quiet and contemplative as you might expect. If you want a more individual experience, try a snowshoe, cross-country skiing, or snowmobile and sled dog tour.

SCOTLAND

Yep, Scotland. Though it may not immediately spring to mind when you think of the Northern Lights, the remote Shetland Islands are a fantastic viewing spot. Because Shetland lies closer to the North Pole than any other part of the British Isles, on a clear night you can easily see the Aurora Borealis several times, whether it’s lower intensity displays or the huge swaths of color you’d expect.

ALASKA

You don’t have to go overseas to see the Northern Lights—Alaska is the best spot in the U.S. to see the lights. Like other locations, the best time to catch the lights is in winter, from late September to early April when the nights are the longest. Though you can see the lights all over the state, Fairbanks is the most reliable spot as it’s geographically under the “aurora oval,” where auroras are seen most frequently. Several tour companies offer excursions from there. Talkeetna, near Denali National Park, is another hot spot for the Aurora Borealis but the same tips for other locations apply for Alaska—the farther from the city you venture, the easier it is to see the show.

This post originally featured at EagleCreek’s  Blog

Trip to Swat Valley

tour to awat valley

If you love travelling and visiting new places and wants adventure and nature at the same time then Swat is the best and the most beautiful place to visit. Up till now, you have read a lot of articles about the trip to Swat valley but in this article, I will tell you about my own adventurous trip to Swat. Swat valley is the 15th largest district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and is famous for its lush green forests, pine meadows and snow-capped mountains and the beautiful weather. Swat’s beauty is centered by Swat River and was the centre of Gandhara civilization so if you are either passionate about archaeology or a nature freak Swat valley is the most suitable pace for you to visit. Saidu Sharif is the capital city of Swat and is known for Buddhist remains and has many stupas. Swat is famous for its beauty, calmness, weather and hospitality.  But before that, you must know how to get ready for a trip, to a valley like Swat and what you must carry with yourself and how to enjoy your trip in the most extraordinary way.

How to arrange trip to Swat valley:

If you want to visit Swat valley you must know few things about how to arrange a trip. If you are going with family or friends all you need is to identify a route you will follow otherwise you will have a lot of problems on the journey.  After this, you should pack warm and moderate weather clothes and a pair of sneakers. So if you need to hike you are ready for it. If you have a four-wheeler then you are ready to travel and enjoy your fascinating journey to Swat valley but if not need not to worry there are a lot of travel agencies that arrange trips to Swat valley in reasonable rates. Now let me tell you about my trip to Swat valley and how we enjoyed the beauty of nature and the hiking we did and the roar of the river.

My adventurous trip to Swat valley:

Now I am going to narrate my all-time favourite Story of the trip to Swat valley after reading this you will be eager to visit this adventurous valley so in July 2019 I decided that I will visit Swat valley with my family it was my first time and previously listen a lot about Swat valley. All siblings were very excited and we all pack our bags and started our journey from Peshawar. We have already identified our route and my father who had previously lived in Swat were also well aware of the route so first, we entered Mardan which is a city in KPK and has a very historical background. We never have been to such a long and fascinating journey so the first thing we were looking forward was to see the river and to hear the roaring sound. After two to three hours we were nearly tired of the journey but the excitement to see the flowing river and to touch the water keep us motivated finally we entered the Malakand division and that road track around the mountain took our heart away and as we were going upward and the villages down were looking even more beautiful then we entered Mingora where there were gardens of fruits and all along the road this view keep refreshing our eyes . Finally we reached Fizagut from where our excitement and level of happiness was elevated when we saw the first site of the Swat River. We wanted to stop the car and touch the pure water and that thrilling sound of the river. Finally we park the car and entered the Fizagut park and had our lunch and touched the water and the view their was so catchy and relaxing that we capture it in our cameras forever. Then we started our journey to Bahrain in the middle we also stop at Madyan and throw stones in the river. When we entered Bahrain the weather was cold and we had  to wear sweaters. We book our hotel room and the room had a balcony   which I loved so much. Our hotel was at the edge of the river so we were able to hear the rushing sounds of the river and that moment was like living in heaven on earth as we know that Swat valley is the Switzerland of Pakistan then we decided to have dinner and went to a nearby hotel even the food there was so delicious. I still remember the taste of that chicken karahi and then we spent our night there. The weather was so cold that we have to wear shawls. Then the next morning we all wake up to get ready for our journey to Kalam valley.

Major places:

Kalam is one of the most famous tourist spots in Swat valley and in Kalam we can even feel the water touching our feet and enjoy river view. The water is so cold that your feet will freeze. It took five hours to reach Kalam because on one hand the road was under construction and at different spots there was high traffic because the road was bumpy and one way and on the other hand we didn’t have a four wheeler or a jeep. We were in a small car Mehran so imagine about the adventure we had. At one point our car was about to fall but the we come out of the car and had to hike. We also have to change the tyre in the mid then after reaching Kalam we decided to visit Oshu glacier. Our car was not I a condition to go there so we booked a car and started to climb the mountain. The pine meadows and the snowcapped mountains were waiting for us. We saw glacier for the first time and we even eat the glacier ice.

High altitude spot:

If you have decided to visit Swat then plan a trip to Malam Jabba because you cannot miss it. The climb to Malam Jabba was also very adventurous and as there is a saying “Hardships will pay off” at that day I came to know the real meaning of this and the chairlift was so amazing and the view was so beautiful and catchy that  I fell in love with it and I experience the chairlift for the first time in my life. The zip line there was even more fascinating  so you must try it.Those lush green trees and those clouds was like you are floating on the clouds and that cup of tea  and that weather and calmness cannot be found anywhere else . Finally our journey ended there. I also want you people to enjoy this journey and see the true colors of Pakistan. Hope that after reading my story so will not be feeling bore and will be eager to visit Swat valley “The Switzerland of Pakistan”.

The reality of Coronavirus COVID-19 and travel advice by Dr Zakir Naik:

Covid 19 by Zakir Nike and travel advice

Doctor Zakir Naik who is a known Islamic scholar was out of sight after the coronavirus outbreak. All the people were suspicious to know what are Zakir Naik’s thoughts and opinions about coronavirus. So recently Zakir Naik breaks his silence and told people about the reality of coronavirus. First of all he talked about what is lockdown?

Definition of lockdown:

Zakir Naik defined lockdown that a condition in which you are not allowed to enter or leave an area, city or country due to the emergency is called a lockdown. The emergency can be a bomb, war or a pandemic. More than 50% of the countries are under lockdown due to COVID -19 or Coronavirus disease 2019.

Reason of silence:

Zakir Naik explains the reason for his silence and said: Due to modern technology the world has become a global village and nowadays fake news is available on social media about COVID-19 which is causing more damage so I didn’t want to add to it. He also explain  his reason by giving an example that in January 2020 many video clips were uploaded on social media showing that Chinese who are infected are barking like dogs and being a doctor I know that COVID-19 does not affect your brain. Coronavirus affects your respiratory system.

Fake treatments:

People who do not have a specialty in this field are giving treatments and are explaining step by step how to keep and cut an onion and within 20 minutes you will be cure. I have seen videos in which a person is saying that UK prepared Dettol which kill coronavirus in 2019 and this is a conspiracy of United states.

Wrong Fatwas:

People are giving Islamic aspects about COVID-19 and giving fatwas which is not their field of speciality. As in Islam if you give the right fatwa you will be given double reward and if your fatwa is wrong then you will be given single reward. I didn’t want to give any fatwa because it’s not my job. Let foqaha and Mushtahid do it.

Limited knowledge:

As we know that COVID-19 is a new specie and research is going on and very few people know about COVID-19. Virologist, immunologist and those people which are qualified in pandemics have proper information about COVID-19 so we should not spread news without verifying it. In Surah Hujrat chapter 49 verse 6 Allah said,” Whenever you get information check it’s authenticity”.

Coronavirus and its species:

Those people who are saying that this pandemic is a conspiracy of United States actually do not have correct information. Coronavirus was discovered in 1930s and coronavirus have almost 20 species. Most of them cause no damage to humans while out of 20, 8 species infect and cause disease. Out of eight, five cause mild problems while the remaining three are detrimental. In 1930s coronavirus was first discovered in animals. Coronavirus was first found in chickens where it caused respiratory disease. In the 1940s it was discovered in mice. In humans, coronavirus was first discovered in the 1960s and was called human coronavirus while in the print media this word came forward in 1968.

Detrimental species of coronavirus:

Zakir Naik also mentioned some details about the detrimental coronavirus species which are as follows:

Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS):

SARS is one of the species of coronavirus which break out in 2002 in China and spread in 2003 and a pandemic was declared and after 2004 it disappeared. SARS infected 8098 people worldwide and 774 people died due to SARS with a death rate of 9.55%.

Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS COV):

MERS started spreading in 2012 and infected about 2494 people worldwide and about 858 people died and spread in almost 24 countries. Until now a mortality rate of 34.4% have been reported.

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19):

This specie of coronavirus was reported at the end of December 2019 and it started from China and now it is spread in about 184 countries and about 2.83 million people are infected by COVID-19 and about 197,245 people died due to this virus worldwide and have a mortality rate of 6.97%.

Hadith about the pandemic:

Dr Zakir Naik quoted from Sahih Al-Bukhari, Volume 7 hadith number 5728:

“When you hear news of the break of a plague in a land do not enter that land and if the place you are staying a plague breaks out do not leave that land.”

Hadith number 5729:

“When you hear about a break of a plague in the land do not enter the land and if the country abstain plague breaks out do not exit that country”.

Hadith number 5730:

“When you hear of news of a break of plague in a place do not enter that place and where you stay if a plague breaks out do not run away from that place.”

Hadith number 5707:

“Runaway from a leper as you run away from a lion*

Hadith number 5734:

Hazrat Ayesha (R.A) the beloved wife of Prophet (S.A.W) said, ” The Messenger (S.A.W) said that the plague was sent as a punishment by Allah to the people He wanted to send but for believers, it is a blessing and if a believer stays in the land which is infected by plague having faith in Allah and believe that nothing can fall him except Allah ordain then such people who die they will be given the status of a martyr”.

Conclusion:

So our Holy Prophet (S.A.W) mentioned all the instruction about fourteen years before which now the medical science is providing. From the above hadith, we get the information that we should not infect others by visiting other places and not get infected by visiting another place. Hope that after reading this article you must have gained a lot of knowledge regarding coronavirus and Islamic point of view about the pandemic.

VisitPk; Your Ultimate Travel Solution

VisitPK travel Solutions

Pakistan is rich in natural beauty with lots of travel worthy places and historical sites. The northern areas of Pakistan are particularly more famous among tourists and travelers coming from around the world to explore these heavenly places. With sky high mountains and lush green valleys, strikingly beautiful lakes and rich cultural heritage, Pakistan’s open hearted and hospitable people await their tourist guests for one of a kind experience in Pakistan’s northern region.

Why Is It Advisable To Hire A Tour Planner?

Every tourist spot has some unique features attached to it and if you are a new visitor without a proper tour guide, you will most probably miss seeing them. Also, chances are that you will need someone who knows your language and the local language to cater to the language barrier and to make a tour plan for you with all the transportation and hotel reservations in order to save you from the last moment hassles and inconveniences.

Trust me! The more carefree you are, the more you will enjoy your travelling experience. Tour guides and planners plan your tour in a way that you get to see and enjoy most of the places within a limited time and make sure that you don’t miss on anything special. Plus travelling with them is much safe than travelling on your own when you are not completely aware of the area.

Additionally, they are well aware of the local cost and expenses and make a proper package for the tourists covering all these expenses so you don’t have to pay separately at every stop and spot. This saves you a lot of money as a whole. All you have to do is, choose the right tour planner and the rest is their headache.

Why Choose VisitPK?

When we talk about the need of choosing the right tour planners, there’s a lot that falls into it. The best tour planners are those who know the tourist spots well and who else can be more suitable than someone who is a local?

Visitpk is a local tour planning company with a vast experience in planning trips to Pakistan’s northern areas. Since we belong to the Northern region of Pakistan, we have been facilitating the tourists with our services from past 6 years. We ensure you a stress free and comfy trip with air conditioned transport, tasty and hygienic food and safe accommodation. We promise to make sure that you don’t miss on anything worth seeing. You’ll get to experience bon fire in the breathtakingly beautiful atmosphere and make such memories which will stay with you forever.

VisitPK is one of a kind tour planner as we take 6-7 trips ever year to northern regions of Pakistan. Once you make your booking with us, you just get to enjoy your trip to the fullest and we take care of the rest. We make sure that you gather enough memories from Pakistan and wish to bring back the long lost positive image of our beloved country one day!

Trip to Pakistan from Europe

europe tour to pakistan

The unsung country:

The world holds wonders and adventures that can never be explored in one’s life and many countries work like heaven on earth. Similar is the situation with a country in South Asia known as Pakistan. Pakistan holds the world’s most beautiful areas to discover and unlimited options for different and adrenaline-filled adventures like none other.

In the previous few years, Pakistan had been suffering from political misfunction and chaos, and all of it led to making an image in the world’s mind that Pakistan is an unsafe country struggling to survive and becoming stable.

The new chapter:

Luckily, a new era has started in the journey of building a better image of Pakistan in the eyes of the world and the government has opened the gates of the country to allow people from all around the globe to come over to Pakistan and see the country with their own eyes so that they can believe that Pakistan is not what the world says it is.

Recently, Pakistan has seen a surge in the tourism industry. The authorities are making it easier for tourists to have a better and efficient trip to Pakistan. Several measures are taken to attract people from western countries who love to travel and particularly who like to travel to Pakistan. Thanks to many tour planners who are making trips to Pakistan easier for many outsiders.

What can be expected?

Pakistan has unlimited options to offer. The untouched beauty and the raw sceneries are the main pull for tourists to travel to Pakistan. Once people come here and see for themselves, they realize that Pakistan is not a dangerous country.

It is easily announced as top tourist places in the world. This is because Pakistan is packed with the undiscovered natural treasure that leaves every visitor aw-inspired with the nature of the country.

Furthermore, the people of the country are so welcoming, warm and hospitable that travelers fall in love with not only the natural beauty but the people of Pakistan, too. Tour planners make your trips much easier as you hand them over the responsibility of showing you around the country.

European travelers in Pakistan:

Many Europeans must ponder as to when to visit Pakistan since the weather of Pakistan is very different from most countries in Europe. It is not hard to plan your trip to Pakistan. It has fixed a few seasons that include winter, summer, autumn, spring, and monsoon.

Best time to visit Pakistan:

In certain areas of Pakistan, for instance, the south of Pakistan sees the sunniest days more than any other city in Pakistan. Likewise, the northern cities witness the coldest days in the country. While monsoon season is very common in the north part of the country, spring and autumn seasons are equally divided in all the cities of the country.

Places to go to:

If a traveler from Europe is planning a tour to Pakistan, they would want to know the places that are the main tourist attractions there. Apart from the fact that entire Pakistan is packed with ventures there are a few places that offer the most exceptional topography.

Here are a few places you should have on your list when you plan your trip to Pakistan or pick packages from tour planners:

  • Hunza valley

A valley filled with colors and adventures like none other. Hunza valley is known for the most breath-taking landscapes in Pakistan. It is surrounded by the famous Karakorum and Himalayan mountain ranges, and far from the chaos of a city, this valley is a must-visit place during your tour to Pakistan.

  • Skardu

Skardu offers the wildest adventures in Pakistan. With its amazing terrains and mountain ranges, a European traveler will find an array of adventures here, and they will also enjoy the mountain climbing on the world’s second-highest and Pakistan’s highest mountain ranges of the K2.

  • Tharparker

A desert located in the province of Sindh, Tharparkar is rich in culture and always inspires the visitors from Europe who plan their trips to Pakistan.

  • Makran coast

Pakistan has a mix of landscape and seascapes. Makran coast runs over a long distance and has a serene nature attached to it. This untouched coastline attracts many tourists from around the world. Makran coast stretches all the way from Karachi, located in Sindh, all the way to Gwadar in Baluchistan, which is another province.

  • Kalash valley

It is a world of its own. The beautiful ethnicity and culture capture the heart of its visitor. The vibrant colors of the sceneries and the colors of the traditional dresses that people wear in Kalash valley are very distinctive from the rest of the country.

Tips for a better experience:

Every tourist must know of the handy tips when they travel to Pakistan.

  • The national language of the country is Urdu, and the religion is Islam. As long as the people feel that you respect their religion and norms, they will also return the sincerity with utmost love and care ten times more than people in any other country.
  • European travelers must make sure that their tour planners have booked hotels, flights, and planned out a very organized trip. Coming to another country can be very challenging if such things are not properly handled.

 

  • In recent years, it has become much safer for women and solo tourists to travel. The police, the locals, and all other forces are there to help you and guide you about the ways and norms of the country. Everyone in Pakistan is very friendly and hospitable. They take care of their guests like their own people, and travelers do not feel an outcast here on their trip to Pakistan.

 

  • It is also very crucial for you to work on your visa processing and make sure you bring your passport size pictures and always keep your passport with you because you will have to go through many checkpoints as a part of a security check.

Travel advice Pakistan during Covid:-19 (coronavirus)

Pakistan travel advice

Let us talk about the prevailing situation as we know that covid-19 commonly known as coronavirus has become a global problem and all super powers and other countries including Pakistan are fighting against this deadly disease. In these circumstances most countries are under complete lockdown and have sealed their borders and all the flight operations are called off . Governments are taking adequate measures to protect their citizens from this deadly covid -19 pandemic. Now I am going to tell you about the situation in Pakistan according to the recent researches Pakistan was considered as the top tourist spot of 2020 but unfortunately due to this coronavirus outbreak Pakistan tourism industries is going down and Pakistan are facing loses and Pakistan’s economy is going down. Now I am going to give you some travel advices so read till the end:

1.Travel less:

         As Pakistan is a developing country and do not have resources to cope with the current situation so if you are in another country and want to visit or come to Pakistan you should think once more on your decision and the only advice I can give is stay home or in whatever place you are and stay safe.

2.Flight problems:

         As we know that most of the countries have sealed their borders as mention above and flights are cancelled .All the pilots and crew are on vacations but Pakistan has taken a step to bring back their citizens to their homeland and started flight operation so if any Pakistani out there is waiting to come back contact your agent and get information about any available flight and book your seats as soon as possible. This service is only for Pakistanis.

3.Cargo services:

            Cargo aircrafts are exempted from the above restriction in order to bring kits and health  equipments from China and other countries but all of these cargo products are pass through screening and kept in isolation as per advice of health professionals. Pakistan is trying to fulfill all the recommendations of World Health Organization(WHO) but due to lack of resources Pakistan is forced to take these steps.

4.Life Importance:

Government of Pakistan is aware of the importance of human lives and the feeling of Pakistanis living far away from Pakistan and their families that’s why Pakistan has started special flights for Pakistanis only and are bringing back their citizens to their homeland. A sincere advice to all tourists  is that the whole world is suffering from a severe crisis and the tourism too so its better to stay home and stay alive.

5.Global Responsibilities:

         The Government of Pakistan is fully committed to ensuring the safety and security of their people and it is a global responsibility of all humans to stay at home and follow the instructions given by their government .

6.Lockdown problem:

Almost Half of the country is under lockdown and the number of coronavirus cases are increasing and government of Pakistan is trying to control the situation and in these circumstances if tourists are allowed it will make the situation worse so the only advice is to stay home and spend time with your family and stay alive.

7.Domestic or in country tourism:

Nearly all tourist spots are lockdown and people are preferring to stay at home rather then putting their lives in risk .Its our responsibility as a citizen to follow the orders given by government and authorities and do not go out without any genuine reason . All picnic spots like Murree ,Abbottabad ,swat and northern areas of Pakistan are lockdown and any planning is useless so stay home and be a responsible citizen of Pakistan.

8.Risk factors:

         If you still want to plan for visiting a picnic spot think again and if you are not willing to fulfill your responsibilities and do not care about your life and your friends and family so go on your own risk but I will say that  you will  come back home disappointed due to lockdown and security so forget about tourism and try to stay home.

9.Lack of health resources:

As Pakistan is a underdeveloped country and her weakest point is health so in these circumstances the only way to protect yourself from coronavirus is to take adequate precautions as it is a famous saying “Prevention is better than cure” . If you love your life then stay home.

10.Improper Management:

As Pakistan is suffering from corruption, money laundering and other issue so their focus is less  on health sector and in this outbreak Pakistan do not have proper management in hospitals and the population of Pakistan is way more then the resources and its very difficult to manage so tourists are requested to wait until the condition get better after which all tourists will be welcomed so have patience and you will get reward by visiting the top tourist location of 2020.

Why Pakistan pronounced world’s third most elevated potential experience goal for 2020

British Backpackers Society (BBS) prior this week has pronounced Pakistan as the world’s third most noteworthy likely enterprise goal for the 2020. “After checking the votes from its participation of experience travel specialists from around the world, the BBS is enchanted to declare that Pakistan has been granted the third put within the ranking,” said a explanation issued by the BBS.

What Pakistan offers:

Pakistan offers much more to voyagers and visitors. It proposed experience sightseers: “In expansion to visiting the Karakoram Interstate, visit the bustling markets of Karachi, taste the luscious flavours of the Punjab in Lahore and get tea with a few of the friendliest individuals merely will ever meet on the story-tellers road of Peshawar”.

From hippy-trails to experience

Agreeing to the BBS, back within the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s, Pakistan was a highlight of the ‘hippy-trail’ from Europe to Asia, inviting swathes of remote visitors with open-arms and, with the troublesome days of the early 2000s behind it, Pakistan is once once more prepared to say ‘Assalam-o- Alaikum’ to the world’s travel community. “With a unused e-visa framework and a much required change of the once complicated ‘No-Objection-Certificate’ framework completed, the Government of Pakistan has put tourism at the front and middle of its approach motivation and, with discernments of the nation around the world steadily changing, there are numerous reasons to accept that Pakistan will proceed to appreciate surging development in its tourism segment over the another decade”, said BBS. To rush this slant, the BBS would energize the Government of Pakistan to contribute intensely in advancing the country’s tourism resources abroad, putting marvelous pictures of the Passu Cones, the Hunza Valley or Concordia on, for occasion, London transport.

Best tourism destinations for 2020:

Earlier in December, a US travel magazine recorded Pakistan as beat visitor goal for 2020 The Conde Nast Voyager, a extravagance travel magazine pointed at upmarket sightseers named Pakistan as the goal its editors are most energized approximately in not as it were the up and coming year, but too the following decade. In a highlight distributed on its site, the magazine too hailed Pakistan as the “adventure traveller’s must-visit” nation. “Thwarted by stories of psychological warfare and Taliban run the show, Pakistan’s tourism industry has been frustrated for the past two decades,” it said, including that in spite of these concerns, the country’s “ancient valleys [and] loose visa restrictions” were at last bringing it back into centre.

Active spot for experience voyagers:

“Pakistan has more crests taller than 22,965ft than China and Nepal combined, making it an nearly attractive spot for experience voyagers and brave hikers,” it said. “Visitors can take after in Michael Palin’s steps whereas navigating the 12,250ft Shandur Pass, domestic to the world’s most noteworthy polo field, or meet with the Kalash individuals of the Hindu Kush, extremely popular for their cowrie-shell hats and brighter-than-bright embroidery,” it added. But the country’s grand mountain ranges aren’t the as it were fascination, agreeing to Conde Nast Voyager. “In Lahore, the locate of 100,000 admirers packed into the sandstone 17th-century Badshahi Mosque will take off you breathless, whereas Mughal-era engineering magnum opuses stand dazzling on bustling road corners,” it said of the common capital of Punjab territory.

Best Holidays Destinations You Should Travel At Least Once In A Life

Traveling is a very exciting activity. It has its own interests and attractions for the travelers. Most of the young people have the fondness of traveling. They like to visit different conditions of the world. If there are 200+ countries in the world then there are 5000+ international destinations and 500+ airlines are available for the purpose of traveling and tourism. Many of them are the holiday destinations which are chosen by the people and they are those which are maintained by them. Most of the people are free in the days of the holidays. There are mainly two kinds of holidays in the whole of the year. First, one is called summer season and the second one is of the winter season. This time period is best for the families. You can go with your family to a number of national and international destinations. There are many traveling places which are new to them. You have to plan for these destinations. If your kids have the holidays then you can place the trip in those months.

 

When you travel, you get the golden chance of going to a prestigious location. There are so many attractions for you in that location or place. If you are a Pakistani traveler and want to go to international destinations from Pakistan then you can select PIA Online Booking for traveling to a number of locations which are located internationally. Most of the passenger’s book air tickets from Flight Deals and latest airline promotions. There are many of the benefits which are available when you do air ticket booking from best flight deals like buy one get one free, transit hotel stay free of cost, it could also be available for the 24 hours depending on the time of the flight. Lastly, sometimes the price of the air ticket is discounted for the customers and passengers. You must avail these chances of getting benefits.

We have selected some of the international destinations for traveling and tourism. You can read the whole of our destinations and then plan for your trip.

Albania

 

Albania is a great tourism site which is neglected by most of the travelers. Many of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites are located in this country. People are friendly for the tourists. Albania’s geographical landscape which attract the number of visitors. Butrint is an ancient Greek city. You can also visit gorgeous beaches, high mountains, and Ottoman architecture. There are so many beautiful places to visit in Albania and you must book a tour for yourself of Albania and see this gorgeous country.

Italy

Italy is one of the most visited tourist destinations. It is the home of the Roman Catholic Church and was a place for ancient Romans. Many of the architecture during the time period of the Renaissance were also constructed in this country. Europeans begin to make new architecture which has to be proved matchless. You must spend some time in natural places in Italy. There are relaxing and enjoying regions in Italy. Tour these areas and if you do so then tension and anxiety get removed from your mind. You will have time for exploring more time period.

 

There are different cities in Italy which you can visit.

 

  • Rome
  • Tuscany
  • Florence
  • Venice

Pakistan

 

Pakistan is one of the most important countries in the world. It stands on the crossroads of Asia. Pakistan is the only Muslim nation to be armed as a nuclear weapon state. The Northern areas of Pakistan are extremely beautiful in nature. Several of the tallest peaks in the world are located in Pakistan including the famous K2 which is the second highest mountain in the world after Everest.   Many of the Pakistani’s biggest cities attract people for traveling and tourism from all over the world. If you want to travel to the famous cities of Pakistan then you get information about Air Blue Ticket Price from Faremakers, Pakistan First Online Travel Company. We have a lot of the branches in the city of Lahore and there are also branches in the other cities of Pakistan which are located in the other cities of Pakistan such as Islamabad, Karachi, and Faisalabad. You just need to our website and then contact us for getting an accurate amount of information.

Japan

 

Japan is the current regional power in Asia. The cities of Japan have also been redeveloped after the atomic bombings in 1945. It has technology advancement from several countries. All of the cultural norms and values co-exist in the country of Japan. There are different kinds of Buddhist temples which are located all over Japan. There are also some numbers of mosques in which the Muslims pray.

Dubai

 

 

Dubai is the largest and most popular city of the United Arab Emirates. It has one of the strongest economies in the Middle East. Dubai International Airport Is the busiest international airport in the case of international passenger traffic. There are lots of tourists attraction sites located in Dubai. Every year, the city receives millions of visitors each year and most of them are the tourists. Dubai also has the tallest building of the world named Burj Khalifa.

Bangkok

 

Bangkok is the largest city and capital of Thailand. The city is known for tourism. Many of the people arrive for doing traveling and tourism. The oldest name of Thailand was Siam and later it adopted as Thailand. Bangkok has several public, museums, cruises and cultural performance centers in Thailand. There are many of the international style hotels which are located in Thailand. You can also get reservation of them from Faremakers, Pakistan First Online Travel Company. There are many of the international style hotels which are located in Thailand. You can also get reservation of them from Faremakers, Pakistan First Online Travel Company.

Where Should You Plan Your Trip In 2020

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2020 is just around the corner and no doubt it is going to evolve us all in many different ways. The new year also brings many resolutions with it. This article is for all the travelers out there. A new year means new places to travel to. I am going to tell you about the places which you should visit in 2020. There are many places you can visit in the coming year. Make sure you book your cheap flights before time.

Top places you shout visit in 2020:

Well, there are tons of places on this planet where you can travel to. Every place has its own uniqueness and attracts tourists for different reasons. Below I am going to mention my top picks where you can travel in the coming year. So, let’s start. You can go to your desired places by Pakistan International Airline. They offer a variety of flights from different locations to your desired destinations.

Edinburg, Scotland:

Edinburg is the capital of Scotland. Known for many obvious reasons, but there is one major reason for the attraction of the tourists is the Hogmanay In Edinburg, Scotland. Hogmanay is a scots word that refers to the new year celebrations. Edinburg attracts thousands of people annually because of its traditional annual new year celebrations. Hogmanay is an annual festival that starts at New Year’s Eve and lasts for three days. Fireworks, fun, music and many other events in different venues (large and small, indoor and outdoor) are included in this festival.

Travel Guide:

There are some free events and some are not free which means you have to get tickets for some events. One of the highlights of this event is Torchlight Procession. This family-friendly event takes place on December 30th at 7 pm, wherein a procession of pipers, drummers, and firelight will flow through Edinburgh’s old town. Beautifully atmospheric, this is a joyful experience for young and old. You can consider visiting this place for the New Year celebrations of 2020. You can get your tickets booked by Pakistan International Airlines. Make sure you check the connected flights before time.

Tokyo:

Tokyo, Japan is a highly popular travel destination. In the coming year, Japan is going to host the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. If you are a sports freak and traveling for Summer Olympics then visiting Japan in 2020 is going to great for you.

Travel Guide:

Well, as for traveling you should know that there also some drawbacks to visiting this peak time. You don’t get rooms in the hotel easily and every public spot is very crowded. But if you are specially going for the Summer Olympics then there is no accounting for the tastes. Make sure you get your hotels and cheap flights booked before time. So, you don’t have to face any consequences later. Other than that, Tokyo is also famous because of its rich culture. You can do lots of things in Tokyo whether it is going for a walk amongst the serene nature of Tokyo or attending some festival. Tokyo has many stunning places that deserve to be seen at least once.

London:

London is always considered as a great vacay spot and it is also one of the most visited cities in Europe. London always has something for everyone. From the Tower of London to different occasional festivals. It has something for everyone either you are young or older. You can always share something of your interest.

Travel Guide:

If you travel to London you go there classy. Because London is known because of its class; this city never sleeps. You can always go and do something you want. There are loads of parks and relaxing spots in the city where you can go and amuse yourself. If you are planning to visit the next September then you also go and attend the Meatopia festival if you are a food lover. Where you can get everything cooked with either wood or charcoal by some of the world’s leading chefs. Sitting by the fire, enjoying food and drinks with some of your loved ones. Who would not like to spend that quality time? Make sure you get your cheap flights booked to London before time.

Dubai:

Well, there are several reasons to visit Dubai, it is one of the most desired vocational places. It has all the luxury hotels, resorts, restaurants, beaches and so many other places which one could think of at a perfect vocational destination. Other than that, there is this shopping festival which happens every year in Dubai.

Travel Guide:

In the coming year 2020, this shopping festival is going to start on the 26th of December and it is going to last till the 1st of February. So, if you are a shopaholic this festival is for you. Many malls include at this festival. You can go for shopping at your favorite brand outlet and can get amazing discounts. Extensive fireworks are displayed on the first day of the shopping festival and you get jaw-dropping prices of different items.

Other than that, you also get to enjoy it because there are music and other different fun events. If you are planning to visit Dubai, always make your plan after getting the dates of the shopping festival and now you know the dates. So, get your flights to Dubai booked now by Pakistan International Airlines.

Conclusion:

So, there are several events and festivals going to happen in the coming year. Make sure you check complete details about them before planning a trip and getting cheap flights to your desired place and have the best time in the coming year.

Visit Pakistan To Taste Best Ever Foods

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Due to an infinite number of herbs on its soil, Pakistan has the best recipes in the world. All of the food items in Pakistan come up with a deep history that connects each of the foods to a particular region. The diverse geography, ranging from the dry deserts to the world’s highest mountain peaks, creates a mixture of delicious recipes with a unique taste.
Food is like a religion in Pakistan. Restaurants remain open up till 3:00 am in the morning, and so, you can eat the delicacies of your choice whenever you want. People from different countries come here just to taste the most exquisite cuisine in the world.

This article is aimed at informing the readers about the best foods in this amazing country. Don’t forget to miss these meals if you ever come to Pakistan through Serene Air Ticket Booking.

Desi Meals

Pakistani dishes are famous for their perfect blend of spice. The desi touch with professional cooking makes everyone drooling for more. Desi food is cooked with natural spices, thus making it hygienic for everyone. I can say with surety that once you eat any of the desi dishes, you will want it again and again. Here are some of the never-miss desi dishes that will undoubtedly water your mouth.

  1. Biryani

Biryani is basically a mixture of delicious rice with either chicken or beef. The perfectly cooked lemons, potatoes, and tomatoes on the top of rice stun every hungry person. Even though the Biryani is cooked in every part of the country, however, the most delicious one can be tasted in Sindh province.

  1. Chicken Tikka 

Popular for its taste and nutritional value, Chicken Tikka is undoubtedly one of the tastiest foods of Pakistan. It is a small portion of chicken spread in spices and then cooked to perfection.

  1. Seekh Kabab 

Seekh kebabs are cooked with well-seasoned beef. Their grilling method produces a juicy quality in them. You will surely lick your lips if you try vegetable rice with them.

  1. Sajji 

Sajji is a typical Balochistani dish; however, you can find it in any of the cities of Pakistan. It consists of a huge piece of chicken or lamb stuffed with rice and topped with green paste. It is cooked after roasting meat in skewer for several hours.

  1. Nihari

From the eastern side of the country to the western part, Nihari is popular everywhere. It is generally served on important occasions and contains slow-cooked meat. The cooking process automatically absorbs the bone marrow, thus creating one of the tastiest meat dishes in the world.

Read More: Pakistan Is Becoming First Choice For Food Lovers

Sweet Dishes

The sweet desserts of Pakistan are associated with the festivals and are considered as a symbol of happiness. Whenever there is a joyous beginning, it is always marked by a sweet dish. Just like cakes are for birthdays, sweet dishes are for happy occasions in Pakistan. Here are some of the desserts of Pakistan that you cannot afford to miss.

  1. Ras Malai 

Ras Malai is the combination of smooth cakes of homemade cheese and condensed milk. It is frequently served at weddings and eaten at extraordinary moments. So, if you ever get a chance of visiting a Pakistani wedding, then you would most likely end up tasting Ras Malai.

  1. Barfi

Barfi is a sweet confectionery consisting of condensed milk and sugar. It is a cardinal part of every sweet item and is popular among the people of all the provinces. The flavor of Barfi varies depending upon the area. Typical flavors include Coconut and Pistachio Barfi.

  1. Jalebi 

Jalebi is not only sugary and crusty but also addictive. Jalebi is hard on the outer surface and becomes syrupy when you sink your teeth into it. People generally consume Jalebi after opening their fast in Ramzan as it balances the level of sugar in the body.

Snack Food

Snack food is the most prominent part of Pakistani food culture, as most of the streets are filled with snack vendors. You will never find any street in Pakistan that is void of eatables. People of Pakistan love spicy food, and therefore, all the vendors make sure that their items are full of red and green chilly.

Samosas with Chutney and Chana Chaat with Papri will take you to another world. In addition to this, the Gol Gappas filled with spicy sauces are sure to give you goose bumps. Other snack foods of Pakistan include:

  • Anday Wala Burger
  • Dahi Bhallay
  • Pakoray
  • Chai (Typical tea)

Conclusion

I truly hope that the foods mentioned in this article will inspire you to travel to Pakistan through Cheap Flights. Once you visit this stunning country, you will explore a long list of foods that I could not mention here due to lack of time. Have a wonderful day in Pakistan and happy eating!

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