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In my earlier post on California, USA, we discussed Tips to settle down in Malibu. Below is a most on how you can successfully move in areas near Californian beaches.

Looking for reliable Californian movers? Having a reputable Californian moving company overlooking all the moving tasks and handling your possessions is something everybody is looking for before the moving day.

California is the most renowned state in the United States. There are several reasons to move to California, from its lively entertainment sights, mesmerizing beaches to the assorted industries spread out over the vast state lure a large number of people to move towards California. The state’s beach towns are well-known for their tranquil, appealing spirit, beauty and endless ways to play. The most popular areas near Californian beaches that are perfect for moving include Santa Cruz, Encinitas, Beaufort, Hilton Head Island, Santa Monica, and Bodega Bay.

Californian beaches -Santacruz — Rock archway at Natural Bridges State Beach in Santa Cruz, California (U.S.A.).
By Dvortygirl (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) or GFDL (http://www.gnu.org/copyleft/fdl.html)], via Wikimedia Commons

When you’re moving to California, there are a lot of things you should know about this wonderful state:

Climate: California is the third largest state in the US with different climate zones. It has a mixture of everything, starting from snow-white mountains in the Sierra Nevada range in the western portion of the state, to the dry deserts of the Mojave in the southwest portion, to the cool, blustery oceanfront climate that comprises much of the coastal region.
Cost of Living: Moving to California might seem like a smart financial move; however, it is vital to take into consideration the high cost of living in California before taking the decision to move.
Education facilities: If you’re moving to California with your children, you probably look for the quality of schools in the particular area.
Other facilities: Apart from education, there are many other vital facilities that you must look for such as hospitals, transportation, employment, etc.

Californian beaches — California, Promenade, Stand, Sun
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Due to the ever-growing population and car culture, you are likely to encounter huge traffic during your move to California. It is advisable to make your move during non-holiday weekends so that you’ll get the least amount of traffic, resulting into a hassle-free move. It is further advisable to choose a reputed moving company to make your move as smooth as possible.

Though, finding affordable and reliable California residential movers can be a difficult process that might put added stress on your moving. There are some well-known companies like ABCMovers.com that has the capability to plan the move to make sure that the client safely receives all of their belongings on time. They also make sure that the moving items are insured in the event of damage or loss.

Happy Moving!

*/This is a guest post by Maria Simpson. /*

5 Tips to Help You Settle Down in Malibu

June 30, 2016

Kash Pals

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Malibu has become the happening destination for vacationers due to its terrific landscapes and tourist friendly conditions. However, in the recent times, Malibu is also growing into a hot destination for real estate investments. If you consider the extent of development taking place in Malibu and the Malibu real estate for sale, you can understand the existing demand for property here.

So, if you plan to settle down in this beautiful destination, here are five tips to help you.

Buy a home

If you want to settle down in Malibu, you have two options – either rent a home or buy one. Between the two, buying a home is a better option. There are two reasons for this. Firstly, the rental rates in Malibu are high. Secondly, the rates of properties in Malibu are on a continuous increasing, growing by 15 percent to 19 percent each year. The long-term returns on your house in Malibu are going to be considerably high. So, if you can obtain a mortgage loan on the house, it is a wiser option to buy it instead of paying thousands on rentals.

Malibu is not all ocean and sand. There are gorgeous hills and valleys covered with lush greenery. There is excellent living options inland as well. You can hire a realtor here to understand the best investment places.

Own a car

Malibu is tailored for cars. The roads are good and the scenic beauty that you can enjoy during the drive is simply amazing. The local transport system is expensive here. Owning a car gives you the freedom to move around this beautiful city and enjoy every corner.

Explore

Whether a tourist or a resident, people in Malibu explore the city because there is so much to explore. You can find little beaches and coves in the nooks and corners of the city. You can also explore the lush green rolling hills and find spots to go for picnics during holidays. There is so much you can do in Malibu. If you like to have a thriving nightlife, this tourist heaven has lots of offer.

Facilities and amenities

Malibu has all the facilities and amenities you need in place. There are ample educational and medical facilities. You can also find speciality hospitality with excellent emergency services. The place is well equipped with grocery stores, entertainment centres, restaurants, pubs and bars.

Malibu is also known for its rehabilitation facilities. Many rich and famous people from all over America use these facilities to detoxify themselves and get back into the normal lifestyle. All you need to do is spend your first few days in Malibu getting to know the different places.

Mingle

The culture is Malibu is all about mingling with the locals and enjoying the local culture. You get to know so much about the “places to be at”, many of which are not listed on the tourist locales. What’s more, if you love gossip, there’s a lot to interest you in Malibu, thanks to the celeb movement in and out of the city.

Malibu is a great place to live in. However, if you have made the choice to live here, organise your life to have a bit of spare time so that you can truly enjoy this lovely destination.

*/This is a guest post by Maria Simpson. /*

Weekend getaways and accommodations in Hyderabad

May 28, 2016

Kash Pals

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Continuing from my earlier post, “Best Places of Interest in Hyderabad”…if you are searching for accommodations in Hyderabad, the following are some of the best places to stay while in Hyderabad.

Accommodations

The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace

It is close to several technological corporations and Hyderabad International Convention Centre. Shilparamam Theme Park is 3.2 km away. It is 13.7 km to Golconda Fort and 19.3 km to Hussain Sagar Lake. Hyderabad International Airport is 33.8 km away and Nampally Train Station is 17.7 km from The Westin.

2. Radisson Hyderabad Hitec City

Located in Hyderabad, Radisson Hyderabad Hitec City offers 5-star accommodation with a flat-screen TV. This non-smoking hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, 3 dining options, and free parking.

3. Aditya Park-A Sarovar Portico Hotel

Aditya Park Hyderabad is 1 km from Ameerpet Bus Station and 30 km from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. It features a gym, 2 dining options, and rooms with cable TV.

4. Treebo Tara Residency

Situated in the heart of HITEC City, Treebo Tara Residency is located in Hyderabad. It operates a 24-hour front desk and offers free Wi-Fi access in the public areas of the property.

5. The Lime Boutique Suites

Offering the benefits and services of an in-house restaurant, Squeeze Restaurant, and a fitness centre, The Lime Boutique Suites provides a 24-hour front desk for the convenience of the guests. It offers free WiFi.

For more hotels, check out the following:

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Weekend getaways

While in Hyderabad you can also take a weekend getaway to Hampi in Karnataka. It is around 366kms from Hyderabad. The forlorn ruins of Hampi present a surreal experience for tourists. The area is UNESCO World Heritage Site.

weekend getaways to Hampi — Rock chariot
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Bijapur is another destination that you could explore if you are interested in history and architecture. It is around 400kms from Hyderabad.

If you like to explore more places like Bijapur then you must visit Badami and Pattadakal too. It is around 415kms and 386kms from Hyderabad respectively.

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11 Best Secret Hotels You Should Visit for an ideal getaway

May 17, 2016

Kash Pals

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These hideaways are the sacred saviors from the city rush. You not only need tranquil swish of the wind and the silence of the forest but also a calm and undisturbed retreat to spend your days in absolute disconnect from the world. You want the luxury of nature on a silent mode at a zero gadget buzz zone. Here’s a tour list of hotels in India giving you the much sought after getaway from the world.

1. Elephant Valley Eco Farm, Kodaikanal

If you’re moving away from the civilization then it better be for the best. 20 km’s away from Kodaikanal, these eco farms attract eco-tourist year round. This old elephant migration route is a biodiversity hotspot and gives you more reasons to move away from the crowd and spend your days in one of the twenty eco-friendly bungalows in the wilderness equipped with solar light and firewood.

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jasmine_03_full — Credits: duneecogroup.com

2. The Tamara, Coorg

Amidst the greens of the Western Ghats, The Tamara Coorg brings you a unique experience of blissful solitude in the luxury cottages overlooking the vast Kabbinakad Estate. With the freshness of the Arabica and cardamom plantation, this retreat in the lap of nature gives you immense opportunities to be one with nature. The Rudraksha trail, bird watching, and the rejuvenating studio spa would leave you with nothing more to ask for.

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3. Glenburn Tea Estate, Darjeeling

On the bank of River Rangneet, amidst the Kanchenjunga mountain range, this beautiful hillock is owned by The Prakashes, The Chaiwalla Family. This tea estate experience can be your ultimate blissful disconnect from the world. With a thousand acres of private forest and two rivers running across the marvelous property, there is nothing more you need to spoil yourself and spend lazy afternoons on a sunny balcony.

Click here to find the best places to stay in Darjeeling.

4. Otter Creek Tents, Mandrem, North Goa

These three candy-colored tents were the ancestral retreat for the Sequeira Family of Mapuca. This colonial hideout offers a double four-poster bed inside brightly draped tents. 100 meters from a serene beach, the tents face a silent creek running parallel to the sea. Closed during the monsoon season, Otter Creek tents are a perfect hideaway for summertime birdwatchers. The road ends 30 meters from the creek, making it a pocket of complete disconnect.

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5. The Captain’s House, North Goa

The heritage of the Sequeira Family has left us more scenic wonders and tranquil retreats than we can imagine. The house is named after the aviation pioneer of the previous century, Capt Cyril William Sequeira, who would fly over this vacation house in his tiger moth and leave the locals enrapt. This summer-house sleeps six and is probably your next summer escape resort.

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6. Rajakkad Estate, Dindigul

An hour drive from Dindigul, Pallam Palace of Rajakkad in the hill country of South India is a silent getaway amidst the coffee estate. With private terraces facing lush gardens, Rajakkad estate is home to more than two hundred migratory birds. This seven bedroom garden hotel can also be a base for a short excursion to Kodaikanal or the temple town of Madurai. A leisure walk through the estate and the coffee drying yards would give you the ideal break from the city humdrum.

Book your stay at Rajakkad Estate.

rajakkad_2 — Credits: rajakkadestate.com

7. Cardamom House, Dindigul

The silent haven of Dindigul is home to yet another traveler utopia. Cardamom house is a family home to British physician Dr. Chris Lucas. Outside the small village of Athoor, these cottages with rooftop terrace overlook a beautiful monsoon dependent Kamarajar Lake. This remote retreat in the foothills of Western Ghats offers immense photographic opportunities with the flowers in bloom, butterflies in the pool garden and wonderful dawn at the adjoining lake.

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8. Treehouse Hideaway, Bandhavgarh

This is the dream hidden amidst the 21 acres jungles of the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve. The treehouse balconies overlook the exquisite Bandhavgarh National Park with the highest count of tigers in the country. A traditional jungle living experience that has been on your bucket list awaits you here.

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9. Tranquil, Sultan’s Battery

From one treehouse to another, there is no reason to step down yet. Sultan’s Battery, watch tower constructed by Tipu Sultan 4km from Mangalore. The quaint tree houses at Tranquil Plantation Hideaway amidst coffee and vanilla plantation are an ideal escape into the wild.

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10. Serenity, Vazhoor

Located at the Kanam Estate on a small hilltop, at Serenity, you are enrapt in the scents of tropical spices. This private villa hotel prides itself for its vintage architecture and heritage ambiance. If you wish to spend more time with elephants than with people, this is the choicest destination giving an exquisite Malabar escape.

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11. The Auli Resort, Auli

The snow-capped peaks of Garhwal are a loner’s paradise throughout the year. These tourist bungalows on the heavenly white slopes are the Himalayan Elysium. If you wish to hide away, make sure that it’s a wondrous hideaway and the bungalows on the snow blankets at Auli give you a bite full of nature you can savor for life.

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