SHARING IS CARING # 11

Visa on arrival is a blessing for Indian travellers. It is a blessing for any traveller but the amount of documentations and legal frame work we go through in India, Visa on arrival is really a blessing.

It could be stamping with prior online application or could be direct stamping. But it is all worth it. 

Not only the south east Asia, these days Indians get Visa on arrival in Africa, South America, Pacific etc. 

This Sharing is Caring is really caring as I am sharing some exotic destinations around the world to travel with VOA from www.skyscanner.co.in

Out of the list of 8 countries, I have travelled in Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia and Jordan with VOA without any hassle.

Visa on arrival travel for Indians

A vacation does not have to be preceded by a long wait at the visa office. Indians can now travel without a visa to various countries and get one on arrival at nominal costs. Foreign holidays have become less daunting for us now that visa-less travel for Indians is an option in more than fifty countries.Skyscanner lists our top picks:  

1. Thailand

Hot favourite for a quick vacation! With its countless shopping and party options in bustling Bangkok, to the never-ending days on its sparkling beaches – Thailand leads the pack when it comes to visa-less travel for Indians. All you need are your passport and a wad of Thai baht and you’re ready for the country of warm smiles and massages. Visit Koh Samui and Phuket for a beach holiday, Chiang Mai for some golf at a hilly getaway and Pataya if all you have is the weekend.

Visa on arrival: Baht 1,000

Read more: Best beaches close to India

The land of smiles has something for the beach-lovers, culture-vultures, party-goers and shopaholics alike!

2. Indonesia

Bali is the perfect getaway for a mix of beach, nightlife and shopping, topped with a dose of culture. Wear batik inspired prints and stuff your bags with handmade art and crafts. Head to the ocean for exciting water sports and snorkelling – it’s all there for you without a visa! 

Visa on arrival: USD 35

Time to explore the scenic sights of Indonesia

3. Seychelles

Beautiful Seychelles is where you should head to when you want to get away from it all. Start your vacation without the headache of lining up at a visa office and continue in that spirit onto the cheapest flight to the idyllic island. Waiting for you are its peaceful beaches, bluest of blue waters and a dose of natural beauty that will make you wonder whether the maker has been fair to the rest of the world.

Visa on arrival is free of charge

Sink your toes into soft powdery sands while soaking in stunning seascapes

4. Jordan

Get a peek into Middle Eastern culture with a trip to Jordan. Jordan has it all – hot springs, the unique experience of floating in the Dead Sea, landscape gazing in Wadi Rum, adventure and hiking in Petra, history at Jerash and teahouses and hip shisha cafes in Amman.

Visa on arrival: USD 30

Expect to see some of the most amazing rock formations here too

5. Kenya

The most beautiful safaris in the world beckon in Kenya’s Masai Mara. Pack the kids up and book yourselves on the cheapest flight to Nairobi, the gateway to the most famous wildlife reserve in the world. It promises to be the trip of a lifetime, considering you will have no trouble with visa offices and the kids will have the best time ever!

Visa on arrival: USD 50

Tell the kids this is real-life Lion King in action!

6. Cambodia

With political stability returning to Cambodia, it has become quite the destination for holiday makers. Cambodia is home to the World Heritage site of the Angkor Wat temple complex, which has been preserved almost intact, thanks to years of inaccessibility to tourists. Also hidden away in its dense hills is a lot of beautiful colonial architecture. These treasures can be reached by flying into the capital city of Phnom Penh or Siem Reap, the nearest airports.

Visa on arrival: USD 25

Explore and marvel at the grand temples of Cambodia

7. Mauritius

In need of a dose of the sun and some fun? Then get on a sandy beach in Mauritius with its sparkling waters and laid back atmosphere. The hospitable locals will ensure you have a cooler of choice in your hand. When the mood strikes, step into the water for some snorkelling or take the Undersea Walk for a relaxing and rejuvenating holiday like no other.

Visa on arrival is free of charge

Be bowled over by the sunsets at Mauritius