When you travel to India to enjoy the local flavour of adventure and thrill, you can explore several destinations. Every state in India has some amazing and enthralling adventure experiences. But, there are few that stand out. There are, however, some holiday packages have impeccable international standards for travel experiences. So, brace yourself for one unbelievable adventure ride in India.

Jammu and Kashmir: Crowned by the glory of India, the Himalayan range, this state is blessed with boundless natural glory. The snow-capped mountain summits, lush mountains, vast flowery meadows and pristine lakes define the Kashmir valley. The untouched beauty of this state is the perfect backdrop for high Himalayan conquests. Whether you are trekking up to Zanskar, skiing in Ladakh, water skiing in Dal Lake or white river rafting on the Lidder River stretch, you will be enamoured by the breathtaking scenery. No wonder these adventures make trip to Kashmir worthwhile.

Himachal Pradesh: It is the adventure sports capital of India. Every Himachal Pradesh tour package will include adventure sports. Most travel destinations are surrounded by adventure and fun. Rishikesh, one such site, is popular for white river rafting. Though several destinations offer paragliding, traveling to Bir in Himachal is the perfect solution to try out hand gliding and paragliding. You can also go zorbing in Khajjar. Shimla is the perfect base camp for activities like trekking and skiing in Kufri. Adventure activites in Solang valley are also refreshing and invigorating. Most tourists extend their Manali stay in their holiday packages as well. Doing this will ensure that you can enjoy trekking in Nagger, river rafting and fishing in Kullu as well as mountain biking and mountaineering around the region.

Andaman: This is an exclusive and isolated corner of India that is relatively untouched by the modern world. Nothing in the Himalayas or in a Himachal Pradesh tour package can prepare you for the fresh breath of life and spirit in Andaman. Water sports in Andaman are as essential as breathing. There are several islands in Andaman that let life and beauty flow. But, Radhanagar is perfect for romantic getaway. Snorkelling special destinations are Coby’s cove, Elephant beach, Mineva Ledge near Havelock islands and South Button. There are several specialty diving sites around the islands. You can go visit an extinct volcano near Narcondam Island or an active one near Barren Island. You could check the shipwreck near Cinque Island, Fish Rock near Passage Island, Richie’s Archipelago and marine life near Dixon’s Pinnacle. You can also enjoy island camping, fishing, and trekking. So choose your favourite sites and explore exciting Andaman.

July 31, 2014 – The UK mortgage approvals saw a rise in June, after declining from February to May; amid new stricter lending rules imposed by banks.

According to the Bank of England, after a four month decline and witnessing an 11-month low of 62,007 in May, the mortgage approvals rose to a four month high of 67,196 in June.

The implementation of tighter lending policy at the start of the year by high street banks and building societies was responsible for the changes witnessed in the mortgage approvals over the first two quarters of the year. The introduction of the Mortgage Market Review in April, which was designed to curb the excessive lending seen in the run up to the last housing market crash, further compounded the situation.

Mark Carney’s view of the hot housing market being the biggest threat to the UK’s economic recovery has further frightened buyers and lenders. Even though there has been an increase in the mortgage approvals for June, the approvals are still well below the 74-month high of 76,214 seen in January. This points out that the demand has declined because of record prices and the fact that under the new rules fewer people are managing to secure a mortgage.

The housing market has also witnessed some changes, with Right move reporting the first asking price falls of the year at the start of July and Home track announcing that it is now taking twice as long to sell your house in London as it did in March.

Howard Archer, chief economist at IHS Global Insight says “Nevertheless, the appreciable rise in mortgage approvals reported by the Bank of England in June fuels uncertainty as to whether the recent loss of momentum in housing market activity is likely to be lasting or just a temporary development related to changing mortgage regulations, and whether there will be a significant easing back in house price growth.”

Archer further adds on that “We take the view that while house prices will highly likely keep on rising over the coming months, it is probable that the gains will be more restrained compared to the recent peak levels.”

Africa is a continent blessed with several picturesque beaches. Tropical weather and spectacular natural beauty creates the perfect ambiance for beach holidays. Though, African countries are far more famous for their wildlife safaris, the stunning beaches on this continent are second to none. So, if you want to relax, then African vacation packages are perfect for you.

Cape Verde Islands: This island country is an archipelago of 10 volcanic islands in the Central Atlantic Ocean. Touted as one of the best destinations of 2014, this island is turning heads with its rising popularity. Each beach on these islands is oozing freshness. The golden white sand of Santa Maria beach will feel like a delightful piece of paradise. Praia de Chaves, on the other hand, is the most glorious beach on Boa Vista Island. Vacation package for these islands are the hottest and latest attractions on the international travel scene today.

Seychelles: This is not just an island country in Indian Ocean. Seychelles tour packages are the signature brand for those perfect beach holidays. Whether you want to unwind with the sound of the ocean in the backdrop, explore coral reef or ride the perfect wave, Seychelles is an untouched and gorgeous group of islands. La Digue is a must-visit island with blue water, pink sand and granite boulder. Beach of Anse Source d’Argent has coral reef that is perfect for snorkelling. It is like this beach breathes life to many colours and experiences. Anse Lazio on Praslin Island is known for having the most romantic sunset that melts away into a quiet and intimate night. Beau Vallon in Mahe is an excellent beach for water sports. Create your own Seychelles tour package to bundles up the experiences you seek in one little trip.

Mauritius: Mauritius is a commercial beach resort destination. Though, Mauritius has exotic beaches, this travel destination has earned much more respect among travellers with its unique brand and feel. This little heaven has much better infrastructure and traveller support than many other destinations. Grand Bale is the perfect example to prove this. Yet, you could also explore Trou Aux Birches, Blue Bay, La Cuvette, Paradis and Roche Noires in your Mauritius holiday.

There is no doubt that Africa offers some exciting destinations. And there are even more beaches to choose from. Gambia is a small country in mainland Africa with a great coastline just waiting for you to visit. The beaches in this cute little country are fascinating. It is yet to become the next big thing within travelling community, though. So, this might be the right choice for travel connoisseurs for now. Travellers seeking popular beach destinations, on the other hand, can visit Madagaskar, Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa. With a great coastline and beautiful beaches, they are great for leisure beach holidays.