Visiting Goa during the monsoons is actually a great idea but with a few riders. If the Goa you fancy is swamped with all night parties, myriad tourists and unlimited beer on the shacks then visiting Goa during the monsoons may not be the best option for you. However, Goa is also most beautiful during...
In many ways, chasing the monsoons is Southern India’s answer to the ‘Leh-Manali road trip on a Bullet’ that every adventure junkie in India worth his salt craves for. And if you’re a first timer, you might argue that how can the act of gazing lazily at the skies on a Kerala beach in anticipation...
“Perhaps in return for arrogance and spoliation, India will teach us the gentleness of a mind, the quiet content of the uninquisitive soul, and a pacifying love for all the living things.” This iconic and pride-inducing statement for all Indians was said by the American writer, historian and philosopher William James Durant. And in his...
Imagine a destination route that takes you through three of the most iconic and ancient cities of India. A trip of absolute amazement and discovery, and one which is at the pinnacle of Indian tourism. When it comes to planning Indian holidays, we know how hard it can be. Usually beginning with overwhelming wonderment at...
Elegant. Unique. Vibrant. Diverse. India is an amalgam of everything that these words signify and yet, so much more. Once, one of the richest empires in all the land, it became the twinkle in the eye of various colonists and conquerors. And although this led to an eventual decline in stature and resources, what remained...
Munnar is, often, presented as a one-day destination to be covered among a bouquet of Kerala destinations. However, this scenic hill station located on the Western Ghats, in Idukki district, deserves more of your time. Given its strategic location at an altitude of 1,600 metres above sea level, there’s no dearth of vistas. To make...
The ‘Land of the Long White Cloud’ is famed for its fascinating Maori culture, amazing craft beer, stunning thermal springs, impressive volcanic cones, mesmerising clear waters, incredible wildlife and much more! 1. Auckland Auckland skyline Fancy swimming with sharks? Ensure Kelly Tarlton’s – home to over 80 species of marine life – is part of...
Does the African safari feature on your bucket list? If yes, you simply have to visit Kenya. Almost lying on the earth’s equator, this ‘Cradle of Humanity’ is blessed with an incredible ecological mix comprising the Great Rift Valley, snow-capped mountains, scenic grasslands, gorgeous silver sand beaches, and exceptional national parks and reserves. Let’s look...
For countless, weary city folks, the Chandigarh-Manali NH21 serves as the perfect escape route from the humdrum of daily existence into the rejuvenating lap of nature. Sadly, the crowds follow suit! What if we told you that there is a hidden treasure – with pristine oak and pine forests, hanging bridges, apple orchids, and crystal...
Blessed with a coastline of 435 km and extensive mangroves, the Kingdom of Cambodia is the beach-lovers’ paradise. And unlike its neighbour Thailand, the white sandy beaches in this quaint country aren’t always teeming with tourists. Cambodia Tourism boasts of quite a few hidden gems that offer a glimpse into its rich history, colonial past...
