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With a dominance of diamond-cutting and polishing industries, the Diamond City of India, Surat is an important commercial centre of Gujarat. Settled on the banks of the River Tapi, this port city is rich in trade and business opportunities arising daily with new developments in the dynamic economy of the country. Besides the cutting edge trade, the city is replete with age-old temples, museums, lakes, beaches and gardens that constitute significant tourism. The zestful culture and high spirited locals add to the matchless and enthusiastic aura of the city. Surat is best known for Dandiya Raas Festival during Navratri and also the kite-flying festival. It is always recommended to book hotels in Surat early in Navratri season as this is the main tourist season.
 
Best Time to Visit
The Best Time to Visit Surat is the winter months from October to March when the weather is pleasant.
 
Places to Visit
There are some ancient monuments and beautiful beaches that attract tourists. Surat Castle is a great place to visit. This ancient site will give you some insights about the Muzaffarid dynasty that ruled Surat in the bygone days. Dumas Beach is a favourite spot for travelers who want to relax by the beachside and experience stunning sunrise and sunset views. Gavier Lake is another great place to visit where you can enjoy a picnic amidst the beautiful surroundings of the lake. For all the shoppers, Shanivari Market, Dumas Road, Sahara Darwaja and Baroda Prestige are the best local markets to buy handicraft products.
 
Hotels and Restaurants
The city is best known for its unique cuisine that does not derive its taste from the traditional Gujarati cuisine. Some of the popular local dishes that you must try include Locho, Petis, Rasaawala Khaman, Undhiyu and Sarasiya Khaj. You can visit restaurants and eateries at the Zampa Bazar to savour the best local dishes.
Surat offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from Budget Hotels in Surat to Luxury Hotels in Surat, Resorts in Surat, from 5 star Surat hotels to service apartments, one can find multiple options as per their need and pocket. Goibibo being the leading travel website has largest collection of hotels on its platform. One can easily find various collection of hotels as well on Goibibo, like couple friendly hotels in Surat to hotels preferred by Business travellers in Surat, similarly hotels preferred by students and also the ones preferred by women. Popular locations in Surat for stay are near Surat Airport, Railway Station Area, Piplod, Adajan and Ring Road. It is very easy and convenient to compare and book hotels online on Goibibo.
 
Transportation
The city has a well-planned and systematic transportation network that makes intercity and intracity travel convenient. Surat International Airport (STV) caters to both domestic flights as well as international flights. Airlines such as Indigo and SpiceJet have the maximum number of flights to domestic destinations such as Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kolkata. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Numerous express trains are running through the Surat Railway Station that provides direct connectivity to major cities of the Southern as well as Northern India. The bus services in Surat are equally good and make travelling to cities of Gujarat and Mumbai easy.

Tropical heaven on the earth,  Maldives, is located in the Indian Ocean and comprises of roughly 1190 coral islands. Absolutely perfect for honeymoons and family vacations to escape from the mundane stress, Maldives proposes its tourists a lot of exciting things to do than just wandering beaches. Talk about beaches, Maldives has some of the best and paradisiacal beaches with powdery-white sand and bluest of the blue water. Nothing amazes more than its awe-inspiring beauty, a unique habitat of marine life with corals, manta rays and white sharks, water activities and clusters of luxury resorts. 
Best Time to Visit
The dry season from December to April is considered as the best time to visit the Maldives. Months from May to August receive heavy rainfall, so it is preferable to avoid planning in these months. Book luxury hotels in Maldives from Goibibo.
Places to Visit
If you are looking for island hopping, then Baros Island, Huvahendhoo Island, Male, Hulhumale, and Mudhdhoo Island are some of the best ones to visit. Couples looking for a romantic vacation  on the islands can ideally plan to visit Meeru Island, Emboodhu Island and COMO Cocoa Island with a handful of resorts. For family-friendly excursions, Fua Mulaku, National Museum, Grand Friday Mosque, Whale Submarine and Tsunami Monument are ideal. Underwater excursions can be done best at Maldive Victory, HP Reefs, Banana Reefs and Hanifaru Bay. Water temperature is usually warm in the Maldives and best for scuba diving, snorkelling and surfing. Male Local Market, Chaandhanee Magu, Nala Boutique and Orchid Magu are a few popular shopping destinations. 
Food and Restaurants
Dining is mostly inclusive in the bookings for tourists staying in the resorts. However, tourists looking for independent dining experiences can look for a number of restaurants and food stalls at Male. Pan Asian and exotic European cuisine are typically served in the high-end resorts of Maldives. Varieties of smoked and barbequed fish, crabs, prawns and other seafood dishes among South-Indian and Sri Lankan dishes are also available. The Seagull Cafe, Royal Garden Cafe, Maaniya Restaurant, Reethi Restaurant and Symphony are some of the recommended places to eat at. 
Transportation
Maldives is easily accessible to reach via air. Male International Airport is the main airport of the Maldives. The airport connects this beautiful island nation to many countries such as South-East Asia, Europe and the Middle East. A number of direct flights from Kochi and Chennai, and several connecting flights from New Delhi, Bangalore, Kolkata and Mumbai connect to this island nation. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. With a simpler visa policy of free 30-day stay on arrival, Maldives is a sought-after holiday destination. Charter planes, seaplanes, boats and dhoni are available for travel within the Maldives, while speed boats and ferries are good for island hopping. Taxis are easily available in the cities of Addu and Male for visiting places of interest.