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Must Visit Destinations of Kerala Tourism

Distinguished by mesmerizing beaches, fascinating backwaters and sheer natural beauty, Kerala is one of the most famous tourist destinations of India. Its beaches rank among the best in India. Tourists from all over the world come here in great number to crown their holidays with golden memories. This destination caters to beach lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, honeymooners, adventure lovers and nature lovers. Kerala Tour offers a variety of attractions which you will love for sure.

Some of the must-visit destinations of Kerala are:

Trivandrum

This capital city of Kerala mesmerizes tourists with its amazing attractions. It’s long shoreline with arresting beaches makes it a charming destination. Trivandrum tour takes you to wonderful attractions such as Shankhumugham beach, Kuthiramalika Palace Museum, Sri Chitra Art Gallery, Napier Museum, Anantha Vishnu Temple, Priyadarshini Planetarium and Observatory, and Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple.

Kovalam

Attracting beach lovers from far and wide, Kovalam boasts of three wonderful beaches namely: Lighthouse, Hawah and Samudra. All these three beaches are different and have their own unique charm. Here you can also indulge in exciting adventure activities like kayaking, surfing, swimming and skiing.

Cochin

It is a captivating destination offering incredible natural beauty, arresting beaches and gripping greenery. Explore its fascinating attractions like Dutch Palace, Fort Kochi, Willington Island, tea, coffee and spice gardens, Chinese fishing nets and beaches.

Kumarakom

Kumarakom is a famous backwater destination which offers exciting backwater cruise. Its attractions also include Ayurvedic resorts, beaches, forests and coconut groves. It is a very picturesque village.

Alleppy

Popularly known as the ‘Venice of the East’, Alleppy is another famous backwater destination of Kerala. It is a big hit with honeymooners. It also serves as a venue for the famous Snake Boat Race of Kerala.

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A Look at Thessaloniki Greece Hotels

With a host of multifaceted attention grabbing factors such as ancient monuments of archeological and historical value, natural settlements and sites, a lifestyle worth envying and extremely hospitable and welcoming locals, the district of Thessaloniki enjoys a great reputation among tourists worldwide. Thessaloniki is actually a prefecture and is a part of the district of Central Macedonia, with a local population of about 950000 people.

The second capital

With the right mix of history in terms of rare archeological findings, and modern comforts in the form of the best resorts and hotels and entertainment centers, Thessaloniki Greece hotels has managed to find a place in the list of must visit places in the world. No wonder it is commonly referred to as the second capital of Greece by the locals, with some even going on to call it better than Athens, owing to the lower pollution levels here.

Finding the right accommodation

While there is enough for everyone to do while in Thessaloniki, with great sightseeing options, a rocking nightlife and some great shopping destinations, it also offers a wide range of options as far as accommodation is concerned with a host of 3, 4 and 5 star Thessaloniki Greece hotels to put up in. One can choose from this wide range depending on one’s preference and budget. Here’s a look at some of the popular hotels preferred by tourist visiting this historical city.

Egnatia Hotel: A 3 star hotel, it is situated in the Antigonidon Street and offers visitors large spacious rooms equipped with all modern amenities such as internet access and satellite television. The hotel is located in the heart of the city and is hence easily accessible and is decorated with rich, lively colors. The lounge bar of the hotel is popular among the regulars for its coffee and drinks. A free breakfast buffet that is offered to all occupants on the house is a great way to start a day of sightseeing and shopping! The Thessaloniki Greece hotels are at a walking distance from a number of monuments such as the white tower, museums and the Byzantine.

Hotel Panorama: The hotel Panorama is a four star hotel and is located in the suburbs, on the outskirts of the main city. The hotel is situated right in the lap of nature with lush green surroundings and offers a breathtaking view of the city and the bay of Thermaicos. The hotel is known for its trademark warm service and hospitality and is decorated in a traditional Greek manner. The hotel is easily connected to the airport, has large comfortable rooms with balconies and all modern facilities. Give it a try for the excellent views it offers.

Grand Hotel Palace: The Grand Hotel Palace is the perfect choice for those willing to spend more on accommodation. This five star hotel is a true modern hotel with world class luxury and atmosphere. It offers all the modern facilities and environment that one expects from five star Thessaloniki Greece hotels.

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Snooker Cue Tips, The Bit on the End of the Cue

Snooker cue tips come in many different guises, depending on the type of cue you have, from a simple plastic tip for the really cheap cues that come with the cheap folding tables to the screw in tips that are so convenient that are the next step up in tip design, to the glue on tips that the pros use but are a pain to replace. The plastic tipped cues are just toys and are definitely not for the serious player and are near impossible to get chalk on for playing the game properly. The screw in tips are very much better and can be chalked just like a regular cue and have the added benefit of being very easy to replace. Just make sure the tip is securely screwed in place before you take a shot, or the results could be embarrassing!

The best snooker cue tips though are the glue on ones that the pros use. They are made from animal hide from leather to elk hide depending on the manufacturer. These are the best and choose the type you are most comfortable with. Both these types of tip hold the chalk well and give good control for the side and backspin shots.

A more recent development in the snooker tip world is layered tips, typically made from pigskin and as the name suggests the tip is made up of layers of pigskin. One of the advertised benefits is that you can choose the hardness level of the tips from soft to hard and they are supposed to last longer and be more consistent in their response when striking the cue ball. I haven’t tried them myself but they could be worth a go.

The drawback to glue on tips is replacing them, it is a bit of a chore, but quite simple;  you just need a Stanley knife and a tip shaping file or some sandpaper. Basically, cut off the old tip with the Stanley knife back to the ferrule and then rough up the top of the shaft with some sandpaper to give a good surface for the glue. Then use some superglue gel which is best, and apply the glue to the top of the shaft, spread it out to cover all the surface and then place the cue tip onto the top of the shaft. The tip should overhang the cue by a mm or so all the way round. You can then use the knife to trim the tip to the same diameter of the cue (or leave it, depending on your preference) and finish off to a good shape with the sandpaper. Leave for 10 minutes for the glue to cure and you are ready to go. Ronnie O’Sullivan famously changed his tip several times in the same day when playing a tournament, as he was unhappy with his play, so the tip was blamed for his poor performance and he lost.