A trip abroad means a lot of preparations, one has to take budgets into account, where to stay, what to see, transport and getting that oh so coveted visa. Well let me take care of one element from the long list of preparations here, take a close look at these exotic destinations all of which provide visa on arrival for Indians!
Indonesia
The
beaches of Bali, Komodo Dragon sightings or the bustling city of Jakarta,
whatever your pick, Indonesia allows a 30 days visa on arrival for Indians. So
get ready to party it up in Bali and scuba dive at Gili Islands. Your dream
vacation just got real!
Thailand
If
there was one place that mixed in the beauty of the beach life, affordable
shopping and a great nightlife, it would definitely have to be Thailand. Be it
Bangkok, Krabi, Phuket, Chiang Mai or even Koh Samui, Thailand has a lot to
offer at super affordable prices. What makes this even sweeter is the 15 day
visa on arrival that we Indians are entitled to. A visa fee of Thai Baht needs
to be paid in full and the visa on arrival has to be obtained at the first
point of entry into the country.
More
details here.
Sri Lanka
Sri
Lanka is one of those destinations that is easily accessible from India and for
once the Indian currency stands stronger, which means more luxury at a cheaper
price! Sri Lanka is all about luxury living at a fraction of the cost. Sri
Lanka has a lot to offer in terms of tourism as well, from the Buddhist
township of Anuradhapura to surfing at Arugam Bay and whale spotting at Galle
Face, you have a host of activities to choose from. Indians can get upto 30
days visa on arrival in Sri Lanka.
More
on Sri Lanka here.
Cambodia
Cambodia
for me has a strong resonance with Lara Croft. It spells mystery and adventure
and is bound to bring out the inner explorer in you. A visit to Ta Prohm (where
Tomb Raider was shot) will definitely leave you awestruck. Other places of
interest include Angkor Wat, Siem Reap city, Phnom Penh and Sihanoukville
beach. The good news is that you have a 30 day visa on arrival to do all of
that!
Hong Kong
This
crazy little city is a great vacation spot, be it with family or friends. Have
a fun filled day trying out the varied cuisine at some of the best restaurants or
go pub hopping at night, a visit to Disneyland or even a day spent simply
shopping, Hong Kong won’t disappoint. What’s even better is that you have all of 14
days of a visa on arrival to do that.
Fiji
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This
one is for the beach bums who are willing to shell out the extra bucks for the
perfect resort getaway. Fiji has the most pristine beaches and is rich in
aquatic flora and fauna, so its great for diving as well. If its lazy beaches
and a day at the golf course you are looking at, Fiji is perfect for you
especially since you are entitled to a 4 month visa on arrival. Go figure!
Seychelles
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Another
beach destination that is rich in diverse aquatic flora and fauna and thanks to
Prince William and Kate Middleton, Seychelles is now even far more popular that
it was before. It’s also fast becoming a
sought after destinations for weddings and honeymoon. Maybe fly there with your
special someone and you can stay upto 1 month on a visa on arrival.
Jordan
A fun
filled mix of fun and adventure, and history and culture is what you get in
Jordan. A visit to the iconic Dead Sea or the ancient city of Petra, a
thrilling hot air balloon ride over mountain tops at Wadi Rum or a horseback
ride through the ancient silk route, you pick what interests you the most
because you have a total of 2 weeks to see it all here. Another thing to note, it’s
necessary to have USD $ 3000 in order to be able to get a visa on arrival.
Maldives
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Another
popular beach destination, best for all those who want to just relax and sip on
margaritas while lazing at the beach, Maldives gives up to a 90 days visa on
arrival for Indians.
Kenya
Where else will you find such exotic wildlife but in Masai Mara, Kenya. The true experience of an African Safari is best experienced
here. Other places of interest include Nairobi, Mombasa, Lake Nakuru and Samburu
National Reserve.
If this didn't urge you to go and plan out your next
vacation, I don’t know what will!
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