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We all know the hassles that come with making preparations for a holiday. However, the most difficult thing is getting a visa for the destination we intend to visit. Going for a vacation outside India isn't just about packing your bags or choosing an exotic destination location, it is a rather long drawn affair and there is a lot of planning to do. The most important of them all is the procurement and management of visas to enter the country you plan to visit. To get that to happen, an interview at the respective consulate is imperative and despite hours of documentation, there is always the downright fatal chance of your visa being rejected. In order to solve this dreaded happening situation, how about visiting places that provide on arrival visa for Indian citizens? Sounds good, right? So here are 10 countries that offer visa on arrival for us, Indians:

Did you know that an Indian passport allows you to travel to 63 countries and territories without the hassles of applying for a travel visa in advance? These 63 countries and territories permit Indian passport holders to enter without visa or obtain visa-on-arrival (VOA), thus simplifying the whole experience of traveling abroad whether for work or for leisure.

3d Rendering India delivers 3d interior architectural modeling solutions to firms across the world and also in some European countries. We have expertise in providing 3d architectural models, interior models, exterior models and interior design models.

The first Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Stations in Cebu City, Philippines is a landmark project for a country struggling to figure out how to improve the lives of its citizens and resolve transportation challenges with limited resources. Check out the initial development and leave us your views…

Education and awareness of climate risks, is a mandate for countries that are developing infrastructure in climate-vulnerable environments. Consistent data and information, institutional arrangements including coordination between various stakeholders, policies, economic incentives, technology, and knowledge will play a pivotal role.

Interior designer, Shabnam Gupta of theorangelane transforms an industrial setup into a trendy office space for a leading PVC pipe and fittings giant in the country. Check it out here

Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2014, the world's biggest multinational maritime exercise, will be held from 26 June to 1 August in the vicinity of the Hawaiian Islands. The event will involve 23 nations, 48 surface vessels, six submarines, over 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel including representation from first time participants China, India and Brunei.

As per Bambang Brodjonegoro, the Minister of National Development Planning of Indonesia, Jakarta is no longer going to be the capital of the country. President Joko Widodo has decided on relocating the capital of Indonesia on an "important decision". It is yet not known which location is going to be the new capital but if media reports are to be believed, it is probably going to be Palangkaraya, situated on Borneo's island.

It isn't long since we heard about the heart wrenching deaths of poor little kids in the Muzaffarpur district of Bihar. The Lychees suddenly came under the radar as they had to bear the brunt of causing these gruesome deaths. But a recent report has brought forth some horrific statistics and claim that the child nutrition in Muzaffarpur district of Bihar is worse than some of the African countries.

A country house in Madrid's mountains gets a new urban retrofit as Architects Lys Villalba and Enrique Espinosa redefine the delicate relationship between the urban and rural ecologies.

This contemporary house, the 'Tropical Cave' by H&P Architects is idyllic for a humid sub-tropical country like #Vietnam - an ornamentation-free envelope that wraps around spatial experiences and #sustainable principles of #design.

This environment day, we come across a very disheartening news! The most revered river of our country, Ganga is now officially declared to be unfit for drinking and bathing as per CPCB (Central Pollution Control Board). Ganga is not just any river for most of the Indians, insteadit has been carrying a special spiritual significance.People from all over flock to take a dip in this 'holy' river. Leave apart drinking, but even bathing is considered detrimental now. As per their report, there are mere seven spots from where the river Ganga passes, which can be used for consumption after disinfection. Also, only 18 spots are being considered fit for bathing,whereas, 62 areas from where the river flows areunfit for the same purpose.

Fancy long summer days at the lakeside? This contemporary retreat by SAOTA tastefully digresses from the traditional 'country cabin' vibe, crafting the perfect, voguish getaway.

Perfecting inclusive and socially aware architecture that resonates deeply with its community, culture, and context, Kaunitz Yeung Architecture designs an impressive healthcare facility in Newman, Australia.

Designer Hong-En, Lin visits the rampant problem of water scarcity and pollution in Tanzania and comes up with a practical local solution -a model that can be replicated in countries facing a similar problem.

Often we hear conservationists talk about restoring and conserving the historic fabric of a country. Here is a fine example of reinterpretation of the old, without any compromises to the new...

Something that the hospitality industry in the Middle East could actively consider for the new developments being planned is to implement measures to build green and save on costs and increase their profitability margins.

Check out this collaborative art between sculptor-owner and the architects

In a world, where over the top homes are preferred, comes a home that makes the base minimum fashionable! Germany's House Rheder II is all set to make the news with its glass walls inviting a lush green landscape into the interiors. Find out how to live in the essential here

Ever wonder what it's like to live out a fantasy? Jean Verville architecte creates a fairytale-like home for a family in the woods, check out it out and leave us your views…