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The Bahamas is a cluster of many big and small islands in the West Indies. Now an independent country, the Bahamas has breathtaking beaches and marine life to experience on an exotic holiday. From snorkelling, dolphin encounters, diving and sailing to simply sun bathing on the beaches, the Bahamas offers the one of the best holiday experiences. The Bahamian land is more than just beaches, as you can also visit the historical places, museums, take a safari, enjoy the old architectural rich forts as well as the beautiful green natural parks.

Listed below are some of the popular places you can visit when holidaying in Bahamas:

Lucayan National Park

This tourist spot in the Bahamas is home to many exciting activities such as swimming, caving and kayaking. This natural and beautiful park is known as a real treat for a great family time. You can take the cave tour, walk and trail down the mangrove lined stream, picnic with your loved ones at the Gold beach or enjoy swimming for relaxation. On a Bahamian holiday you must make it a point to visit this natural wonder on Grand Bahama Island.

Pirates of Nassau

The Nassau downtown displays a fascinating educational program that takes you through the life and tales of pirates. Tourist and visitors holidaying in Bahamas often visit this tourist spot to experience Bahamian culture.

Blue Lagoon Island

When on a holiday in Bahamas, you must not forget to visit the dolphins on the Blue Lagoon Island. This place is a famous tourist spot in the Bahamas due to its superb beaches and the experience it offers. It's worth visiting the island, as you get to cherish the beauty of dolphins, take picture of them and even swim with them. Located in Nassau, this island is perfect way to unwind on your Bahamian holiday.

Bahamas Jeep Safari Tours

The best way to enjoy a Bahamian holiday is to take a jeep safari tour of the island. Tourist and visitors often get drawn towards the thrilling, exciting and instructive trip as it takes them to museums, beaches and other natural and historical tourist spots. The sight seeing offered in the safari adds to the scenic beauty of your holiday in Bahamas.

Fort Charlotte

This tourist spot is found to fascinate those tourist and visitors with interests in military sites and stories. Built in 18th century, the site is situated in Marcus Bethel Way and West Bay Street in Nassau. The place got its name after the name of George III's wife. Things to experience in this fort include mysterious dungeons, a waterless moat, ramparts and a drawbridge.

Beaches

While on a Bahamian holiday, you can not afford to miss the exotic and vivid beaches of the Bahamas. The place has two very famous and known beaches to offer, which are the Paradise and Cabbage beach. The beaches act as a perfect tourist spot for those on a holiday in the Bahamas. The scenic beauty, coconut trees, water side and the casuarinas add to the whole holiday mood for all. Other great beaches in the Bahamas are Lucaya beach, Xanadu beach and the Gold Rock beach.

Best time to holiday in Bahamas

Ideal time to enjoy a Bahamian holiday is during the summer time i.e. in the months from June to August, when it's breezy and warm.

Romantic villages, breath-taking landscapes, Greek theatres, incredibly ancient traditions, golden beaches, lively cities... and even erupting volcanoes! No wonder if this magnificent island became the favourite choice for many directors. When you spend your holiday staying in one of the most charming villas in Sicily, dont forget about this fascinating perspective.

Luchino Visconti, one of the most important artists and intellectuals of the twentieth-century, created many theatre, opera and cinema masterpieces, and two of his memorable movies were shot in Sicily. First, in 1947, he filmed the neorealist The Earth Trembles in Aci Trezza (near Catania), a free reinterpretation of the novel I Malavoglia by Giovanni Verga. For the making of the film, Visconti resorted only to non-professional actors: the people of Aci Trezza, in front of the camera, talked in Sicilian language and showed their harsh daily existence. A milestone in cinema is The Leopard (Il Gattopardo) based on the novel by Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa. The novel (which, by the way, became the top-selling novel in Italian history), chronicles the changes in Sicilian life and society during the Risorgimento. Visconti was able to create a stunning, award-winning film in 1963, with an exceptional cast: Claudia Cardinale, Alain Delon and Burt Lancaster.

Piazza della Vittoria allo Spasimo, Piazza Sant'Euno, Piazza della Marina and Palazzo Gangi, in Palermo, were part of the set. The luxurious Palazzo Gangi hosted the spectacular scene of the Ball, while Villa Boscogrande, near Palermo, was restored in record time in order to set the scenes that should have been shot in Palazzo Salina, at the time abandoned and in decay.

The great film-maker Roberto Rossellini in 1950 filmed Stromboli (or Terra di Dio), in the awe-inspiring scenery of the Aeolian Islands: the set became famous also because it marked the beginning of the lovestory between the Italian director and the beautiful and talented Hollywood star Ingrid Bergman. Considered a classic of Italian neorealism, the movie involved many inhabitants of the island. During filming, an eruption of the volcano gave some insights to Rossellini, which directed Stromboli without a real script, setting the day-to-day ideas on a simple notepad.

Lets leave behind the great Italian cinema of the past, in order to arrive to more recent years: in 1988, Nuovo Cinema Paradiso, by Giuseppe Tornatore, was shot in Palazzo Adriano (province of Palermo) and Cefal amongst other places. Also the legendary film-maker Woody Allen chose Sicily in 1995, when he decided that Taorminas Greek-Roman  theatre was the perfect location for one of the scenes of his Mighty Aphrodite. For Star Wars Episode III: The Revenge of the Sith, the iconic film-maker George Lucas used footage of the Mount Etnas 2002 eruption to help out with special effects.

One of the final scenes of Oceans 12, directed by Steven Soderbergh, starring Brad Pitt and George Clooney, was filmed at the impressive Tonnara in Scopello, one of the most important and ancient of all Sicily. Scopello, also known as Castellammare del Golfo, is a picturesque village located in a stunning position. It is just 10 km away from Trapani, one of the main Sicilian cities, and is in the nearby of Lo Zingaro Natural Reserve. It is extremely hard to resist to the beautiful seaside, the dramatic cliffs and the historic tonnara.

Do you feel inspired? Sicily is waiting for you... discover the wonderful nature and the charming cities of this Island, and your holiday will be unforgettable. Plus, you will have the chance to see the stunning locations of several international movies. What else could you ask for? The hard part for you will be to leave

The Shimmering element of the Taj city is no less than a cluster of charming stars a trip to Agra can never leave the spot that it acquires in every visitor's heart. Agra in itself is a wondrous city residing in the richness of Northern part of country India. After exploring the finest of the Taj City one can easily play fair with the remaining time of their trip by paying a visit to the Dream city of Akbar [referred as FatehpurSikri].
All you have to do is to enjoy a brief ride that will last for approximately 50 minutes [Travelling distance nearly 35.70 Kilometers]. Make your way to the UNESCO recognized World Heritage Site that was constructed during the Second Half of the 16th century by Emperor Akbar. For approximately 10 years, this city played as the capital of Mughal Empire.
TajMahal Tour Packages is truly worth a try this package helps you witness the magical and effective creations of Mughal architecture.
FatehpurSikri [The city of Victory]
A small city situated in the northern region of India and just to its west is the wondrous city [Agra]. This magical city houses the Red Sandstone buildings cluster at its center. FatehpurSikri was founded as the capital of Mughal Empire in the year 1571 by Emperor Akbar. Back in days, the Khanqah of Sheikh Salim resided at this place.
Here are the names of prime attractions that you can explore while wandering in the remarkable region of this city:
1- BulandDarwaza referred as the Gate of Victory; this fine piece of creativity was built in 1572 AD by the emperor Akbar to celebrate his victory over Gujarat.
BulandDarwaza is the main entrance to the Palace at FatehpurSikri and its also famed as the highest gateway in the World [a striking example of Mughal Architecture displaying Akbars empire].
2- Tomb of SalimChishti Another piece of creativity showcasing the finest of Mughal architecture residing in the arms of India. This place of importance was constructed during the years of 1580 and 1581.
3- Jama Mosque Lead to a direction that introduces you to a 17th-century Mosque well-recognized as the World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This Mosque extends some 540 feet in length [Mark your presence at this wondrous land].
4- PanchMahal [The dream of stones] Make your way to the Wind Catcher Tower that was commissioned by SikarwarRajputs. This striking structure exhibiting a quirky feature stands close to the Zenana quarters that support the supposition, which was used for the purpose of relaxation and entertainment.

Author's Bio: 

Avail the best of Agra tour by car and explore the Taj city along with the dream city of Akbar [FatehpurSikri].

Himachal Pradesh is an Indian state situated in the north-western side of the country, in the lap of snow, as its name literally means. Shimla as its capital is itself a place of scenic beauty. The state of Himachal Pradesh has many tourist spots frequented by tourists from India and all over the world. Those are besides Shimla, Bir, Dharamshala, Kullu, Dalhausie, Manali, Joginder Nagar, Keylong and Mandi to name a few.

Shimla, once the summer capital of the British Raj, is a charming and cool Himalayan hill resort. The Jakhoo Hills, British era buildings, Mall Road, the Ridge, Tara Devi and Potters Hill are some of the places of tourist attractions at Shimla. It being the largest city of the state has all kinds of luxury hotels and other amenities, and one can reach Shimla easily by rail, road or air. Bir is a small mountain town situated in the eastern end of Kangra valley. It is famous for various Buddhist monasteries and one can reach Bir easily by bus or taxi from almost all important cities of India. One can have a joy ride from Pathankot to Bir by toy train, if one so likes. Other places of tourist interests include College of Dialectics, Palpung Sherab Ling, Dharmalaya Institute and many more. Other places warranting mention are Dharamshala, Kullu and Manali. These all are hill resorts and are world renowned for their snow laden picturesque settings.

The skiing is the most popular game for the tourists at these places. The lurking mountain tops, heavy snowfalls, and heavy rains make the places really enjoyable for the fun loving, sports loving and adventure loving tourists. Dalhousie is another tourist attraction with its Victorian charms. Jogindernagar, Keylong. Bilaspur, Sundernagar, Mandi are some other places of tourist attractions in Himachal Pradesh which can boast of a very large chunk of flora and fauna in India. A few more spots like Rewalsar, a lake adored by both the Hindus and the Buddhists, Narkanda where Hatu peak is located on famous Hindustan Tibet Road, and Kunjum Pass located on the way from Keylong to Kaza which remains closed for almost nine months a year are worth mentioning.

All these tourist spots are well connected from all important cities of India. There are tour operators operating from almost all important towns and cities offer various lucrative holiday packages for couple as well as other persons. They take care of all the anxieties of the tourists with regard to their lodging, foods, and sightseeing.

Babies are an amazing gift to any parents. While its the mother who gives birth to the child and is often found to be sharing more closeness to the baby, its no less than an icing on the cake if the father can also succeed in harnessing the father baby bond. This eventually helps in the long run and theres absolutely nothing wrong in the father cuddling or kissing the baby in the similar fashion as the mother does. There can be various ways of improving the father baby bond some of which are listed below:

Spend Time

Yes you are working. You are often not able to make yourself free from your busy schedule. But its very important that you make some productive time for your baby wherever you can and whenever you can. The more you spend time with your baby the more are your chances of developing a better bond with the baby.

Play with your baby

One of the very productive ways of spending time with your baby is play around with him or her. Babies like glittering and attractive things. Try to bring your babes attention towards them.

Give Hugs and Kisses

There is absolutely nothing wrong in hugging or kissing your baby in a similar fashion as the mother does. The baby will soon start finding a zone of comfort and will appreciate your presence. Try being as gentle as possible. A gentle touch can reassure your baby that you are around which makes him feel safe.

Talk with your baby

Talk as much as you can. This certainly helps in bonding. Maybe telling your baby how you met his mother will do wonders. Sharing a laugh obviously will make both of you happy.
Pay attention to the way your newborn will focus on you, then shift his gaze elsewhere. The back and forth in these early eye-gazing and cooing sessions is called synchrony, and it will develop into more sophisticated social interactions as baby matures.

Help care for a sick newborn

Dads can help make baby feel better by preparing a steam treatment, doing sinus pressure massage, or applying diluted essential oils. A task as simple as making your baby take a good bath can also help you strengthen your bond with your baby.

Go for a Walk

Its good to go out for a short walk with your baby if not a long one. Its an icing on the cake especially if you are helping your baby learn the baby steps towards walking.

Dress baby

Do it mindfully, taking time to check in with her and see how she is experiencing it. Describe to her what you are doing. Enjoy the moment, rather than making it just another item to check off your to do list.

Give baby a relaxing massage

Not only will it facilitate bonding, but massage can also aid sleep and digestion, boost babys immune system, and improve circulation, among other benefits.

Share pictures of friends and family

Babies love to look at faces. You can also try to show baby a mirror. She wont know it is her in the reflection for quite awhile, but she will like that baby face.

Close your eyes and focus on your babys smell

Would you be able to pick him out of a baby line-up using only your nose? A babys sense of smell is highly developed at birth he can remember the smells he is most familiar with; namely, his parents. Apart from that let baby smell you too, not the heavy fragrances of cologne or chemical-laden deodorant.

Listen to your babys heartbeat

Find a quiet place and listen to your little ones heartbeat. After youve mentally recorded this miracle, snuggle her up close to your chest and let her listen to yours.

Without a doubt, outsourcing is very popular among businesses because of the benefits that one can gain from it. Outsourcing companies have been very active in seeking new clients as they take advantage of the situation where the benefits of outsourcing is already out there in the open. As both non-voice and voice solutions gain popularity in different key outsourcing destinations, there is a question that enters the minds of those who have been monitoring the outsourcing industry; the question being Do businesses really get to maximize their outsourcing partnership with a strategic solutions provider?

We have previously written an article entitled How to Maximize Your Outsourcing Partnership that provides tips on how a business can move past the barriers that could be encountered when engaging with an outsourcing partner. The article points out three key points: 1.) Keep it Clear, 2.) Set the Bar, and lastly 3.) Be Hands-on. We may have overlooked to include one other key point in the previous article, which is to seek the services of an outsourcing solutions provider that is trusted and preferred by many. Having a trusted outsourcing partner by your side would enable you to drive your business towards your goal without having to be troubled by the demands of your operations team.

There was study that was conducted by Accenture (NYSE:ACN) during the months of September and October in the previous year that suggests only 20 percent of the 263 buyers that was surveyed for the study is able to recognize the full value of their partnership with a business process outsourcing company. This is not an unusual case as most companies are only focused on cost reductions and are unaware of the necessary management and transition processes. In the study, 8 characteristics have been pointed out by Accenture that are common among the 20 percent who have already realized the full potential that is brought by outsourcing. Among these would be focusing on the benefits beyond cost reductions. Outsourcing could bring to your business a wide range of benefits that you can get when you partner with a solutions provider. Another is that high performers in the business process outsourcing industry have already established and adopted an approach towards management and governance processes. Although it is the objective of the partnership established between parties to get the job done, there are still key areas that need to be maintained in order for them to look forward to that contract renewal.

Outsourcing may appear to be quite simple; it is actually simple but only if you have been doing it for a long time already. There is a lot to learn about outsourcing that does not come in a manual which is why it is important for a business to first assess their needs and their potential partners. Outsourcing companies that are serious and dedicated about what they do would definitely help you along the way, allowing you to fully realize the value of outsourcing and create a sound outsourcing environment for you.

Author's Bio: 

Jamee C is a Strategic Solutions Specialist of Infinit Outsourcing, a leading provider of outsourcing services to small and medium enterprises. It offers boutique outsourcing solutions that allow companies to gain a competitive advantage in their respective industries.

Oddly enough, Winter Travel is a good time to learn how to "go with the flow" because even though you have to do additional ROAD TRIP PLANNING to have the extras on hand before you embark on the trip, traffic delays may require you to "stop and smell the roses" even when those roses have you stalled in bumper-to-bumper traffic waiting for the road to clear up ahead.

This is where your ROAD TRIP PLAN B comes into play. If you're a couple, this is a nice time to pull out a CD, kick back and rest your eyes while enjoying the music. If you're a family, pull out those car games, watch a DVD together, or simply start a round robin conversation (What I'm most looking forward to on this trip is...?). Keeping everyone comfortable and in good spirits will be the order of the day, and if you've planned for such things, it can actually be a fun time, albeit cramped.

While you're planning your itinerary, pay extra attention to towns or cities near roads you think may pose traffic delays or closures. Add activities to your itinerary that could keep you and your passengers occupied if delayed for more than four hours. That way, you can pull off and go shopping, take in a movie, enjoy a long lunch or early dinner, or stroll through a museum. Add a couple of nearby hotels to the unscheduled section of your trip planner just so you'll have the information on hand should the traffic delay be more than 8 hours.

ROAD TRIP PLANNING SAFETY TIPS
* If you are traveling with your family by car, get your vehicle inspected and check the weather conditions immediately before the trip.
* Cancel the trip if you are traveling to winter destinations and the weather forecast predicts a snowstorm.
* Some roads are not recommended unless you have a 4x4 vehicle.
* Carry snow chains
* Include a Delay of Game kit filled with snacks, car games, energy drinks, portable DVDs, portable games, blankets.
* Stow an emergency kit in your trunk holding batteries, blankets, flashlights, food, water, and more for those times when you may be stuck in your car for 8 hours or more.
* ALWAYS keep your gas tank topped off. Do not drive that last quarter tank assuming you will get to the next service station.

The above precautions aside, WINTER ROAD TRIPS ARE FUN! Just getting to your destination is more exciting because snow transforms the landscape from the ordinary to the extraordinary. And once you get to your destination, there's toasty fireplaces, snow boots creating puddles by the front door, and steaming mugs of hot chocolate. Not to mention activities you can only do during Winter like sledding, skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, and sleigh rides!

So what are some PRIME WINTER DESTINATIONS? Here are some to get you started on your Road Trip Planning.

FOR THE WHITE WINTER WONDERLAND EXPERIENCE:
* Alaska Experience with All Alaska Tours (this Road Trip can give you the Winter touch even in the Spring)
* Algonquin Provincial Park in Ontario
* Banff & Jasper National Parks in Canada
* Lake Tahoe in California & on the Nevada side
* Mount Rainier in Washington
* Pigeon Forge Winterfest in Tennessee
* Salt Lake City in Utah

However, Winter does not always mean knee-deep in Snow: Here are some grand Winter Road Trips where you'll be hard-put to find snow (other than possibly some frosting atop distant mountains).
* Sedona Arizona - Red rocks, jeep tours, hot air balloon tours, shopping, spas, dining, festivals...great for a couple needing some time away from the kids.
* Las Vegas , Nevada - Vegas isn't just about gambling & night-life, though it certainly carries both in abundance. Vegas offers winter visitors a plethora of daytime activities to enjoy.
* Virginia Beach, Virginia - Go whale watching.

Winter getaways offer activities you won't get to experience any other time of the year so maximize your fun by planning a winter road trip now!