Month: November 2024

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Relocation & Immigration – Destination Australia

We got the feeling that the people there are nice, life not as stressed as in other countries but above all there was this mystery that appealed to us, we really knew nothing about it and this “unknown” was very attractive.

We didn’t know if we wanted to immigrate to Australia, the word immigration can sound pretty daunting doesn’t it… we decided we wanted to spend some time in Australia and our first destination was Melbourne. An amazing city that was quite embracing from the very beginning so after 2 months we realized we have to find out how we can stay there.

Our dream was to become Australian permanent residents, we knew that would enable us to stay in Australia, live and work here and have a life without limitations because nothing is really possible on a tourist visa except traveling.

We felt we needed the grounding and the legal basis of living in this amazing country. Finding the right migration agent was quite a journey but we ended up choosing somebody who seemed reliable, professional and caring enough and we felt comfortable to work with. Skilled Migration seemed to be the best option for us as I was an accountant and accountants were on high demand (appeared on the MODL).

We first had to go through the skills assessment process so I had to get my skills assessed so that I could nominate the occupation of Accountant. At that stage we felt very stressed in time and going back home was not an option so we decided to apply for a skills assessment with all assessing bodies even though only one is enough so we applied to CPAA ,ICAA and Vetassess too (in case the first 2 are not successful).

We were very stressed in time as I wasn’t working and one of the basic requirements in Skilled Migration is to have recent work experience so in our case time was of high essence.

Luckily the first stage was completed successfully and all the skills assessments were positive and once that was completed our visa application was lodged.

It took about 10 months overall but our stress levels were pretty high, I remember I used to think that our determination and perseverance is being tested here…

Getting the visa approved was one of the happiest days in our lives, it was too good to be true! We had to go overseas and get our visas evidenced in our passports at the Australian embassy in New Zealand and there was something magical about coming into Australia with a permanent visa in your passport and later with an Australian passport. We felt very proud!

Today, 8 years after our move and Australian citizens for a few years by now I can say that migrating to Australia was one of the best decisions we made in life that opened the door to many options. We took a leap of faith and it was definitely worth it!

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Alaska Fishing Trips – 3 Things That Make Alaska A Top Fishing Hot Spot

If you are an angler feeling claustrophobic and caught in a concrete forest, you should get out and revitalize yourself with an Alaska fishing trip. In case you have never experienced the thrill of a fishing trip and to give you that feeling of exhilaration you could try an Alaska fishing trip.

Picture getting a massive salmon fish that weighs more than a hundred pounds, or something like a Pacific halibut that is a cool three hundred pounds, or a rainbow trout could be the perfect thriller for you. Whatever the kind of exceptional fish that you bait may be, Alaska fishing trip offers you a varied range of adventures in fishing.

1. Alaska the 49th State of the US
Alaska became the 49th state of America in the year 1959, but earlier to that it was the Russian traders in fur, domain. In the nineteenth century William Seward, a politician, persuaded United States to purchase Alaska. Though it was considered to a be a poor move at that time, later it was fathomed that Seward had made a wise move.

2. A home for a variety of fish
There must have been a bit of an angler in Seward, for he saw the latent possibility of the most exciting fishing adventures that would be available in the world in Alaska. To start with the miles and miles of coastline, with glaciers and untouched lakes, were the habitat of a variety of fish like Dolly varden, Arctic Char, Arctic Grayling, Steel head, rockfish, Silver Salmon and Northern Pike.

From every port there are ocean fishing charters being run. Cruise lines could also connect you to fishing trips in Alaska. If you contact any travel desk, they will be able to give you all the information and also make the necessary reservations for you on a charter trip. You would have to make these reservations well in advance as these charters get sold pretty fast. You should bear in mind that you would need a fishing license to go on this trip.

3. Fishing laws in Alaska
Fishing laws of the Alaskan government are very rigid and comprehensive. You could get all the information that is required from a fishing guide for the various regulations regarding fishing expeditions in Alaska and the transport and capture of species of Alaskan fish; the fishing gear that is permitted along with the permitted bait and weight and seasonal requirements.

Get to a isolated destination if what you need is absolute peace The Anvik river lodge is one such place which is placed 450 miles beyond the Anchorage The Hickson family runs this lodge, which is amongst the more popular ones and it is at a isolated spot to give you all the peace and quiet you need

In case you prefer a fishing package that is not too rough, you could try some of those offered by Fishing Charters or Sitka Point Lodge. This fashionable lodge gives you a full holiday package with gourmet meals, all the equipment that you will require and also transportation and licenses. Not just all this you could even have a tub of hot water to soak in at the end of the day.

There are other more exciting options if you get bored of fishing, you could then think of wolves, grizzly bears, hump back whales or moose. The Alaskan sunset is another breathtaking option and anything you choose will help you to unwind and be rejuvenated finally.

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Major Tourist Destination – Places to Visit in Munnar

Munnar one of the major hill stations in India situated in height above 6000 feet from sea level. A beautiful wide range of mountains expanded with a coverlet of tea plantations, mountains, great valleys and exotic sense of species and floras are memorizing experience while exploring Munnar. Many tourists from different locations are reaching Munnar, and only few visits the major attractions. This article is to mention some important tourist destination that never a voyager neglect while travelling Munnar.

  • Eravikulam National Park
  • Devikulam
  • Pothanmedu
  • Anamudi Peak

Eravikulam National Park
This National Park is located at 16 km (Munnar) and widespread over an area of 97 km (RajaMali). Eravikulam National Park is having a wide range collection of floras and faunas which are rare to see. This park is established in the year 1975 to conserve the rare Atlas Moth, leopards, tigers, lion-tailed macaque and more wild animals. The landscapes are famous for valleys and grass lands; every vogue’s can experience the best in Erivikulam National Park.

Devikulam
The name Devikulam for this hill station is derived because it’s located near Devikulam Lake in city. The major attraction of this hill station is wide collection of exotic flora, verdant lawns which embraces the mind of refreshment. Trout fishing in lake is another attraction of this tourist destination.

Pothanmedu
This tourist destination is the major plantation hub of Munnar offers an excellent view of tea, coffee and cardamom plantations. Trekkers and adventure freaks are trekked over these rough mountains for an adventurist holidays in Munnar.

Anamudi Peaks
These peaks are the highest peaks in south India located inside Eravikulam National Park with a height over 2700 m. Permissions from forest and wildlife authorities are required for every trek to climb the mountains.

Now make your Holidays in Munnar with finest Munnar Cottages you may stay and explore the real beauty of heritage tourism of Kerala.