Tips to keep in mind while traveling to Jim Corbett

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Tips to Keep in Mind While Travelling To Jim
Corbett
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• A ship in a harbour is safe, but that is not what
  ships are built for-John A. Shedd.
• When we decide to plan a journey we focus on the
  destination, the hotels, the sites to visit, the
  activities to undertake but do we give time to
  safety while travelling? Well, I guess many of us
  do not. 
• While a checklist of other things is crucial we
  must keep in mind things which will make the
  journey safe.
• Jim Corbett National Park, located in Nainital,
  Kumaon is a preferred destination for many. The
  nearest railhead is Ramnagar which is 5
  kilometres and the neares, airport, Pant Nagar is
  80 kilometres. Also, the Jim Corbett Luxury
  Resorts like Jim Corbett Golden Tusk, Brys Caves,
  Machaan Resort, Jim Corbett, have the paramount
  facilities and the beauteous vicinity to explore.
  
•  So whatever route you might take, here are some
  tips to keep in mind while travelling to Jim
  Corbett.
•  1.Little things matter most
• Always keep some snacks and eatables with you
  that dont spoil easily. If travelling to Corbett
  by road, sometimes nothing is available for a
  stretch but hunger cannot be kept at bay
  especially for kids. Stock on water and lassi or
  fresh juice tetra packs to hydrate yourself. This
  is especially true if the journey is taken during
  the hot months of April to May when temperatures
  are really high.
•  2. Check your hotel thoroughly
•  Carefully look at the credentials of the place
  where you are staying, Corbett offers many places
  to stay, some are within or close to the jungle
  while others may be on the periphery.

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• Look at your priority- do you want more
  entertainment for the kids than a simple safari?
  Do you want to focus on the safari? What is your
  budget on the hotel stay? What is the opinion of
  the Guests who have stayed previously?
• After an honest answer to all these questions you
  are free to make a choice. Most of the Jim
  Corbetts luxury resorts are situated in areas
  that have many fun activities for kids, posh
  vicinity, great services and with good transport
  connectivity.
•  Brys Caves
• Created as a cave it surely has a distinctive
  look about it. But this cave has everything  to
  offer from Conference room to movie theatre.The
  surrounding hills and green lawn with blue
  swimming pools will relax you.Have a wonderful
  dinner at the the Timberland restaurant and hold
  business meetings in the conference room even as
  you explore the Corbett national park in Jeep
  safari.Even Kids have a room where they can paint
  and play.
•  The Golden Tusk
• The resort is located in the serene countryside
  of Ramnagar, on the edge of the forest reserve,
  and is only a 5-minute drive from the Jhirna and
  Dhela Safari zones. The resort is also
  conveniently located near some of the area's most
  popular tourist sites, including the Garjiya Devi
  shrine and the Jim Corbett Museum.
• Jim Corbett Golden Tusk is situated snugly amidst
  8 acres of flora and tranquilly on the banks of
  the placid, soothing monsoon river Dhelais, just
  outside the Jim Corbett National Park.
•  3.Making a journey is not a child's play
•  If travelling by plane take care to accompany
  the children to washrooms or elevators at the
  airport and if travelling by road then ensure
  that they do not stick their head or hands out.
• While going for the Jungle safari ensure everyone
  understands the dos and don'ts within the jungle.

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• Ask the children to keep quiet, and make sure
  that no one gets down on track and you follow the
  designated path in the jungle.
•  4 Book in advance
• In Corbett only 60 vehicles are allowed inside
  the park at a time so book in advance especially
  on the weekends as the rush is more.The park is
  closed during the monsoon and dates are put up on
  the official websites.For example in 2020 the
  gates were closed from 15 th June to 10 th
  October. During this period even the night halts
  inside the park are closed. So make enquiries
  before the journey.
•  The River view retreat ,spread over 8 acres on
  the banks of Kosi offers luxury and privacy. The
  lawns are spread out and can be used for many
  themed parties.There is delicious food with local
  kumaoni fare also being there. There is also
  arrangement for excursions and museum trips if
  the group desires and thus guests can also have a
  good time.
•  5 Decide your activity
•  As mentioned, if you want to go for safari , it
  is available from October till mid June but if
  you want to go for Rafting then the turbulent
  waters of Ramganga are open for rafting only in
  the monsoon.Even Fishing for the famous mahseer
  is best when the river is in full flow, though
  you might be rewarded in other seasons too.Check
  out for the rates for the various safari and
  activity rates in the official website so that
  you are not fleeced by the unscrupulous elements.
•  6.Keep the mosquitoes away
•  The Corbett park falls in the terai region and
  with dense vegetation in proximity to plenty of
  water, it is full of insects and mosquitoes. Do
  keep mosquito repellent handy and try to wear
  full but cotton clothes in summers to prevent
  being bitten by them.

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• The Tiger groove resort amongst the Jim Corbett
  luxury resort is surrounded by trees and has
  manicured lawns which can be used for so many
  events. Guests can enjoy a splash in the swimming
  pool or go for a jungle safari. The rooms are
  spacious with big windows to allow you to enjoy
  the wonderful view outside.
• Inform the guests well in advance so that travel
  arrangements can be made accordingly by them.
•  7.Winters chill
•  It can be quite chilly in winters in Corbett so
  keep your woolens and mufflers to prevent the
  chill from catching you. Some waterproof light
  jackets would also keep you safe from the morning
  dew when going there for a safari in winter
  months. Take some soup packers and maggi if you
  are saving on money while keeping yourself warm
  and full.
•  8. Essential kit
•  Prepare a first-aid kit containing cotton wool,
  antibacterial ointment, pain reliever spray, and
  adhesive bandages.Just in case, keep cough,
  fever, cold, indigestion, and nausea medications
  on hand.Carry a couple of additional doses if
  you're already on medication.Those who are prone
  to motion sickness should take homoeopathic
  medicine or Domistal, and chewing gum can also
  help prevent nausea.Wear a hat to protect
  yourself from sunburn, and bring enough of
  drinking water with you to stay hydrated.If you
  have food allergies, be sure you know what you're
  ordering before you eat it. 
•  So with these tips in mind you are ensured of
  hassle free travel and stay in the luxury resorts
  like the Jim Corbett Golden Tusk, Brys Caves,
  Gajraj Trails Resort for the coming vacation.
  Book your resort from the most convenient online
  rental platform, FabVenues.