By Joanna Allen at Allen Batista Travel, Inc.

India’s Golden Triangle is a mesmerizing route that introduces three marvelous cities—Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur—with histories and rich cultural opportunities. This journey offers memories etched for a lifetime—the magnetic charm of the Mughals in Agra, the regal magnificence of Jaipur, or the unique blend of Old and New Delhi.

Allen Batista Travel, Inc. offers an immersive 10-days India's Golden Triangle sightseeing tour to provide travelers with a glimpse into the culture.

Delhi: A Tale Of Two Worlds

The tour starts in India’s capital city, Delhi, home to some of the world’s oldest societies and modern amenities. Old Delhi—New Delhi forms a blend between the ancient and the modern city.

Old Delhi: India’s history is visible with the UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, and other sites. Visitors often meander through the lanes of Chandni Chowk, travel in rickshaws, and save local street food.

New Delhi: British colonial designs are on display, especially with the India Gate, the Presidential Palace known as Rashtrapati Bhavan, and the Parliament House bearing a stately look. Popular attractions include Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple, and other modern architectural wonders.

Delhi has a diverse culinary experience, with classic dishes such as butter chicken, kebabs, and biryani reflecting its Mughal past. Street food classics such as chaat, parathas, and jalebi highlight the city's vivid flavors and unique culinary culture.

Agra: Home To Eternal Love

Agra is known for the Taj Mahal, an emblem of love and one of the wonders of the new world. Emperor of India—Shah Jahan built this iconic structure—in honor of his Queen—Mumtaz Mahal. Tourists often visit the Taj Mahal in the morning or in the evening to see the sun rise or sunset and its reflection on the Yamuna River.

The Agra Fort, the former home of the Mughal Emperors in a red sandstone fortress, is a popular UNESCO World Heritage Site for tourists. The Mehtab Bagh is a beautiful garden located on the banks of the Yamuna River facing the Taj Mahal.

Visitors should savor exotic concoctions of kebabs, biryanis, and one specialty of Agra, the Petha, a sweetmeat.

Jaipur: The Pink City’s Royal Charm

Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is also known around the world as the Pink City and its magnificent palaces, great forts, and colorful bazaars.

Located on a hill, the Amber Fort can be accessed by traveling on an elephant or in a jeep. This fort showcases the Rajput and Mughal architectural styles—exquisite mirror work, artistic courtyards, and superior visions of the hill ranges.

Nestled in the middle of Jaipur, City Palace, the former palace of the kings, is also a regional museum indoors exhibiting accounts and relics, apparel, and arms. The Jantar Mantar, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, will let visitors explore the astronomical observation center.

The Hawa Mahal or Palace of Wind, is a pink sandstone monument with 953 windows for the royal women to watch street celebrations from a close range without being observed. In addition to the city’s popular attractions, Jaipur is a destination for world-class shopping at popular bazaars such as Johari Bazaar and Bapu Bazaar, showcasing jewelry or gem stones, clothing or fabrics, artwork, or pottery.

Jaipur's regional dishes, such as Dal Baati Churma, a nutritious dish of lentils, wheat buns, and sweetened flour, take you on a culinary journey. Other popular delicacies include Ghevar, a traditional festival sweet, and Laal Maas, a thick, spicy Rajasthani mutton dish.

Allen Batista Travel, Inc. will help you create a memory for a lifetime with India’s Golden Triangle sightseeing tour. Contact us today.

By Joanna Allen at Allen Batista Travel, Inc.

As the chilly weather engulfs through the area, avid ski and snowboarders will seek endless opportunities to hit the slopes this winter. Allen Batista Travel, Inc. showcases new developments at popular ski and snowboard resorts three hours away from New York City.

Getting The Most Out Of Your Day On The Slopes

A one-day trip opens many opportunities to discover wonderful places, so planning will help you get the most out of your trip. Here are a few tips:

Arrive Early: Hit the slopes before the crowds and experience the beauty of the morning snow.

Plan Ahead: Look up the different trail maps and add some of the best trail runs.

Pack Smart: Essentials that should be carried along include extra clothing, food for snacking, and drinking water.

Book Rentals in Advance: You can prevent cancellations by booking your equipment early in advance.

Here are popular ski and snowboard resorts within a three hour driving distance from New York City.

​Windham Mountain: A Premium Experience With Modern Upgrades

Windham Mountain in the Catskill of New York has made a huge enhancement in its infrastructure to improve guests’ experiences.
 

• New Six-Pack Lift – Windham Mountain has a brand new six-passenger chairlift to increase the delivery time to the mountain's various topographical terrains.
• Upgraded Snowmaking System – To get the best environmental conditions all through the season, Windham Mountain has upgraded its snowmaking system to ensure the resort has enough snow all throughout the season.
• Expanded Terrain Parks – Snowboarders will be happy to see new rails, jumps, and new boxes in the updated terrain parks. The layout has features for beginner to advanced snowboarders. The ski resort also has slope-side eating places and ski-in and ski-out entertainment, among others.

Hunter Mountain: More Adventure Awaits

Hunter Mountain, a popular skiing and snowboard destination in the Catskill, offers diverse terrain for the beginner to advanced skiers or snowboarders.
 

• Enhanced Beginner Areas – Hunter Mountain has upgraded their beginner slopes with enhanced signs, larger trails, and enhanced learner areas.
• Newly Renovated Base Lodge – The base lodge also offers increased seating, improved dining facilities, and updated restrooms since its most recent renovation.
• Advanced Terrain Enhancements – Hunter Mountain brings new difficult lines with larger drops and rockier terrain.

Camelback Resort: Family-Friendly Fun With A Modern Twist

Camelback Resort, a family-friendly resort located in Pennsylvania, has enhanced its facility for the upcoming winter season.
 

• Transformed Snow Tubing Park – The resort has the longest snow tubing park in the country. This season the park has been redesigned with better lights for night tubing.
• On-Site Ski School Upgrades – Camelback Resort has added more qualified instructors in its ski and snowboard school as well as new techniques of teaching for skiing and snowboarding for children and adults alike.
• Expanded Night Skiing Hours – Camelback Resort has also expanded its night skiing with advanced methods of illumination to provide security and even visibility on the slopes.

Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort: Environmentally Friendly Resort

Located in the Berkshire Mountains, Jiminy Peak is an environmentally friendly destination as it is about providing top-notch skiing and snowboarding.
 

• Green Energy Advancements: Jimmy Peak has added a solar field to the wind turbine to power the resort.  Jiminy Peak is the first ski resort in the Northeast region to be predominantly powered by renewable energy sources.
• Upgraded Dining Options: Mountain Bistro also delivers a farm-to-table menu featuring fresh produce from the Berkshire farms.
• Adventure Activities: The Mountain Coaster has been upgraded at the resort by offering a night ride with the help of LED lighting.

Mount Snow: Vermont’s Winter Playground

Mount Snow in southern Vermont has pristine views of the region, and great care has been taken to maintain the terrain.

Carinthia Terrain Park Expansion: The largest terrain park in the East has more features such as additional jumps, rails, and half pipes for beginners, advanced, and pros.

Snowmaking Enhancements: A new snowmaking system will cover all the trails with the use of ecological water and energy resources.

Expanded Lodging: A newly constructed boutique hotel provides chic rooms, hot pools, and ski-in-ski-out access to the lift.

Ski Clinics: Mount Snow has introduced specific clinics for intermediate and advanced skiers to improve technique under the instruction of professional trainers.

Contact Allen Batista Travel, Inc. today to book your next one day ski or snowboard adventure.