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Traveler’s Guide to Indian Railway Passenger Classes

February 2, 2010
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There are no less than seven classes available in the passenger cars of Indian Railways, and it can be a bit confusing to know which class is the one you want. Read on to find out more about each class and compare the prices between them. We’ll start from the most expensive and move to [...]

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Travel Emergency Kit: Supplies Every Traveler Should Carry

January 23, 2010
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With the increase of terrorist attacks worldwide and the threat of natural and economic disasters, it’s important to travel with basic safety items. Be smart and safe while traveling by always carrying a travel emergency kit on your person. Finances Always carry some cash on you, preferably enough to buy an alternate plane ticket in [...]

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Accommodation Options in the Azores Islands, Portugal

January 9, 2010
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One of the things about the Azores that makes it such an unbelievable travel destination is the fact that the islands have not yet been really developed for tourism. The only tourists you’ll see are busloads of Germans or Portuguese from the mainland, and they mostly stay on the main island of Sao Miguel (Saint [...]

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Why You Should Avoid Travel by First Class on Indian Railways

January 5, 2010
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Before the days of air-conditioned (AC) coaches, First Class was the most comfortable way to go while traveling in India. Nowadays First Class is best to be avoided even if the weather doesn’t warrant air conditioning. All rail passengers looking to travel comfortably should consider First Class AC, AC 2-Tier or AC 3-Tier instead. First [...]

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How to Book Indian Railways Tickets Online

January 2, 2010
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According to the Indian Railways Annual Reports, over 18 million people per day ride on India’s trains. The figure may be staggering, but it’s even more amazing that you can book a seat on this vast rail network online. Here’s a step by step guide on how to book your Indian Railways tickets online. 1. [...]

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