A visit to Channapatna Toys Factory – natural, wooden, safe, beautiful – proudly Indian toys

Through the countless trips to the town of Mysore and further on our trips to Ooty, to Wayanad and Kabini and Coorg, we have always enjoyed the stretch of the Bangalore – Mysore highway that crosses along the town of Channapatna. As we cross the welcoming board saying ” Welcome to the land of toys … Read more

5 Best shopping destinations around the world

11 tricks to score low flight tickets

The world is full of beautiful places. And as we explore it, we try to pick something – a tiny bit – very specific to the destination which will remind us of that place forever. Plus, we do know there are people who love shopping when they travel. And yet others who sometimes travel for … Read more

Shopping in Goa – Markets you shouldn’t miss

arpora flea market

Goa is a beach lover’s heaven but did you shopping in Goa is an experience in itself.  After having being there twice in last few years, I realized this about Goa. That it is equally a shopaholic’s heaven and shopping in Goa is quiet a delight. Actually, before being here I truly wondered what speciality … Read more

A day trip to North Goa from South Goa

Fort Aguada

Although we have been to North Goa before. That was our first trip to Goa, where we stayed in Resort Terra Paraiso and spent 3 wonderful days on the Calangute Beach. But this time around, we did a day trip to North Goa from South Goa. As we based ourselves in South Goa for our … Read more

Wednesday Flea Market at Anjuna, Goa

Wednesday flea market at Anjuna Goa

When they ran out of money, they decided to start bartering their products. And the products were of such great quality that out of this simple barter system was born one of the most famous flea markets of Goa…the rest is history. Apart from the beaches and the happening night life, one thing that is … Read more

Chapora Fort Goa | Dil Chahta Hai Fort | Timing, location, how to reach, when to go

Chapora Fort Goa | Dil Chahta Hai Fort

Chapora fort is one of the many offbeat locations in Goa made famous by the Bollywood movies. So much so that the name “Chapora Fort” immediately reminds one of the scene from the movie “Dil Chahta Hai” where 3 friends spend quiet time together and build countless memories here. Until then, I am sure it … Read more

A Complete guide to Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

Having been to the pink city Jaipur and city of lakes Udaipur last year, we still felt like returning back to Rajasthan. Because there was much more to explore including the blue city Jodhpur and the golden city Jaisalmer. The city of Jaisalmer totally won our heart when we visited here in 2018. No wonder it … Read more

One day at Palolem Beach, Goa

During our recent workcation in Goa, we spent a day at Palolem Beach, Goa. Staying in a Palolem Beach Hut. We had a wonderful experience staying right on the Palolem Beach. So, we share with you here things to do while you are spending one day at Palolem Beach, Goa like us. We drove from … Read more

Two weeks in Thailand : 14 days Thailand Itinerary

Can you visit Sukhothai Historical Park in one day

We are just back from our two weeks Thailand trip. And we are excited to share the itinerary with you. However, I will share with you our 14 days Thailand itinerary that we followed as well as another 14 days Thailand itinerary which I had originally planned. My original 14 days Thailand itinerary was fast … Read more

50 Unique Things to do in Chiang Mai

50 unique things to do in Chiang Mai | Chiang Mai temples, cultural experiences, adventure activities in Chiang Mai | Hills and Nature experience around Chiang Mai | Chiang Mai Shopping | Chiang Mai food

Of all the places that I visited during my 14 days trip to Thailand, Chiang Mai remains close to heart. As, there is a certain magical spell about this place which is difficult to pronounce. But you know it’s there as you spend a few days in this city. Because, perhaps it has a perfect … Read more