Be adventurous when taking kids on holiday

People with children could be planning to book flights to India or other exotic locations as they have been advised to try thinking of more exciting places to take the kids.



With many parents looking to stretch their budgets for family holidays, Amanda Lamb, speaking on behalf of MasterCard Prepaid, said that people should look to take vacations to places where they do not need to pay to visit theme parks.



She said that most children enjoy simply heading out to forests or the beach, with both locations providing plenty of opportunities to have affordable fun.



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Bangkok Gems Fair to return next month

People taking flights to Bangkok will be able to see some of the world's most stunning precious stones next month as the Gems and Jewellery Fair returns to the city.



Now celebrating its 48th outing, the event is taking place from September 14th to 18th 2011 at the Impact Exhibition and Convention Centre.



Opening from 10:00 local time daily, the event will see dozens of countries coming to show off their wares from around Asia, with stallholders expected from the likes of Cambodia and China, as well as Thailand itself.



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Airport parking 'can be an affordable option'

Holidaymakers who are taking cheap flights to India and other locations have been advised that leaving their car at the airport may not be as expensive as they had thought.



Sammy Patel, head of car parks business at Peel Airports, which runs terminals such as Liverpool John Lennon and Robin Hood Airport, said the advantages of using airport parking include the convenience and choice available.



He explained that it removes the uncertainty and restrictions put in place by public transport and can be helpful for those travelling with young children.



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Gulf Air to step up flights to Indian sub-continent

Gulf Air is set to increase the number of flights it offers to passengers travelling to the Indian sub-continent as it ushers in its new winter schedule - including a range of cheap flights to Chennai.



The firm is also vying to boost services to Kathmandu and Dhaka.



Gulf Air is shaking up its existing schedule as well, changing the flight times of its daily chartered services to Delhi - to ensure connecting flights line up.



Mr Karim Makhlouf, Gulf Air's chief commercial officer, said: "With the addition of Nairobi, Copenhagen, Geneva and Milan to our network recently, the travel patterns of our customers also indicated that they are looking for better connectivity to these destinations."



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Flights to Malaysia - Uncover Top Temptations

Malaysia is exceedingly rich in terms of nature, culture, attractions and contemporary allures. The country features many regions that are world class travel destination in their own right. No wonder, flights to Malaysia sell like hot cakes.



Malaysia is without a doubt one of the leading luminaries in the galaxy of travel and tourism. The incredible holiday destination dazzles all and sundry with its sheer diversity and astounding natural splendours.



Be it splendid beaches/islands, fantastic highlands and hill resorts, historical and colonial attractions or exquisite natural beauty – Malaysia holidays offer it all and how! A number of airlines around the world offer flights to Malaysia and it certainly has turned out a profitable move for them. Millions plan vacations to this paradisiacal nation and many out of those millions go for cheap tickets on flights to Malaysia as it lends affordability to their vacations.



Malaysia is surely a special place and it surely is helpful to know few of its many specialities or attractions!



Kuala Lumpur



Imagine a book full of exciting and thrilling chapters – that’s Kuala Lumpur for you! Kuala Lumpur is Malaysia’s biggest crowd puller and it has to be said that most flights to Malaysia end up at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Kuala Lumpur is a colourful, vibrant city that blends the allures of modernism with the charms of traditional.



Kuala Lumpur is so full of tourist attractions that they seem to be bursting out of the city limits. Anchoring the KL’s massive city centre, the iconic Petronas Twin Towers are the biggest gems of this glittering city. A Kuala Lumpur holiday isn’t complete if one hasn’t visited these doppelganger edifices. The Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is another such piece without which the colourful jigsaw of Kuala Lumpur isn’t complete. Housing more than 3,000 birds, Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is one of the largest in the world.



Kuala Lumpur’s attractions are too many and too varied to be metamorphosed in just few words. Therefore, paying heed to the cause of brevity and remaining true to the larger picture, it is best to move on!



Penang



Penang is beauty ‘placified’! The remarkable natural wonders of this city scream class and elegance at the top of their voices. Azure seas, brilliant beaches and soothing greenery make Penang such an exotic holiday destination among keen leisure vacationers.



Penang Hill provides a welcome respite from the city heat and certainly warrants a visit from holiday makers who travel to this sparkling island. Mesmerising panoramic views of the entire island are in store at the top for the visitors. Different religious sites can also be found at the Penang Hill. Fort Cornwallis is another landmark in Penang that entices people from all over the world to look for cheap airfares on flights to Malaysia and land up at this island. Penang Butterfly Farm, Kek Lok Si Temple and Tropical Spice Garden are other tourist temptations of Penang.



Langkawi



Langkawi is one of Malaysia’s most popular beach destinations. An archipelago, Langkawi offers all sorts of tourist charms – wonderful historical attractions, excellent diving opportunities, vivacious nightlife and duty-free shopping. There is so much to experience in Langkawi that it surely merits for a return trip!



Inaugurated in 1959, the Al-Hana Mosque is a remarkable illustration of Islamic architecture. It is a majestic mosque whose intricate designs and cravings are simply fabulous and leaves most patrons with gaping mouths! Langkawi Crocodile Farm is a popular attraction among families who grab flights to this wonderful destination. More than 3,000 crocodiles of various species can be found here basking in the sun. Check out the souvenir shop at the premises of the farm. It really holds some extremely wonderful gift times. The Underwater World is yet another remarkable tourist attraction in Langkawi. It is an innovative aquarium that is home to over 5,000 types of aquatic life. Some mammal and reptile species can also be found here.

Get coverage sorted before taking gap year breaks

People taking cheap flights to Chennai or other exciting destinations for the start of a gap year trip have been advised to make sure they have a good insurance policy in place.



Offering tips to travellers heading away for either a full year or just a few weeks, Tom Hall from Lonely Planet advised that it is vital to get it sorted before leaving home as it can be difficult to do when overseas.



He explained it is often better to do in advance, to ensure that it is not forgotten about.



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Freida Pinto 'hopes to make return to Indian film'

People getting flights to India could soon see actress Freida Pinto working on films again in the country.



The star, who made her name internationally in Slumdog Millionaire and is currently appearing in Rise of the Planet of the Apes, has stated that she would like to work on movies in her native country again.



She explained that while she knows people may think she has done nothing in India, she is in fact honing her talents to come back with plenty of skills.



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