Do you want to visit Capital of Alsatian Wine ? Colmar it is !

Colmar is the third-largest commune of the Alsace region in north-eastern France. The town is situated on the Alsatian Wine Route and considers itself to be the "capital of Alsatian wine" (capitale des vins d'Alsace). The city is renowned for its well-preserved old town, its numerous architectural landmarks, and its museums, among which is the Unterlinden Museum, with the Isenheim Altarpiece.

The climate of Colmar is warm and temperate and the town sees significant amounts of rainfall throughout the year, even in the driest season. The region sees harsh winters with the temperatures falling significantly. The city sees visitors throughout the year and the best time to go to Colmar can be decided by the weather conditions or personal preferences.

Colmar has a sunny microclimate and is one of the driest cities in France, with an annual precipitation of just 607 mm (23.9 in), making it ideal for Alsace wine. It is considered the capital of the Alsatian wine region.

The dryness results from the town's location next to mountains, which force clouds arriving from the west to rise, and much of their moisture to condense and fall as precipitation over the higher ground, leaving the air warmed and dried by the time it reaches Colmar.

Do you have a question, When to go Ibiza? Here is your answer..!

Ibiza or Eivissa the official name is one of the Balearic Islands. The maximum length of the island by highway is 42 km.

Ibiza has become well known for its association with nightlife, electronic music that originated on the island, and for the summer club scene, all of which attracts large numbers of tourists drawn to that type of holiday. Several years before 2010, the island's government and the Spanish Tourist Office had been working to promote more family-oriented tourism.

If you have question when to travel Ibiza, then here is all about best time to visit Ibiza. July and August are the peak months when all the clubs and beaches are packed. It's a fantastic time to be on the island. September is my favorite time as the weather is still great yet the island is not quite so crowded.

Ibiza is a popular attraction and it requires some basic ground work to make a holiday memorable one. Planning a great holiday could be daunting, if you have not planned it perfectly. The best time to visit Ibiza Island is between May and October, it is popular for summers. If you have planned a holiday during off-season, you may not avail all the facilities.

Must read travel tips before visiting Bentota.

A prime coastal resort in Sri Lanka, the palm fringed beach at Bentota boasts of beautiful turquoise blue waters with shades of emerald green.  You will find many luxury hotels and accommodations lining the beach and various things to do in Bentota. It is also perfect for Water sports enthusiasts. Activities include body surfing, swimming and snorkelling. 

Some important Travel Tips one should know about Bentota : 

The legal age for drinking alcohol is 25 years

Bentota is usually a safe place. However, be aware of pickpocketing or bah snatching.

Time Zone – India Standard Time  

Currency – Sri Lankan Rupee( LKR)

Electricity and Internet – 230 volts(single phase voltage); Frequency: 50Hz, plug type: D/G. Free Wi-Fi access is available in hotels and some regions of the city.

Languages – Tamil and Sinhala are their official language. However, English language is also welcomed for the convenience of the visitors.  

Security – Government Information center: 1919, Police: 118/119, Ambulance/ Fire service: 110,

Tourist traps – Beware of the commission boys who stand outside the shopping malls. They would ask you to go with them. If you go with their guided tour, you will end up paying 20-30% extra. Avoid expensive wine stores.

Off-beaten Path – Go for birdwatching to see Red-vented Bulbul. It is one of the rare species of bird.

Tipping – Tipping is not necessary. However, small tips for good services is always appreciated. 

TRAVEL FUTURE: A FRANCE AND ITALY RAIL TRIP

The train is my favourite way to travel, and ever since doing a European rail trip through France, Austria and Switzerland a couple of years ago, I’ve been looking for any excuse to do another.

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