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

Welcome to the Ghost Town of Bengaluru or Bangalore

Ghost town of Bangalore

2045AD,  Today we take you to a tour of the ghost town or dead town called Bangalore or Bengaluru. You will find here ruins of high rise buildings that once thrived with happy families. And also big tech parks which once hosted the most renowned companies of the world. Also, the dead city has remains of … Read more

Whitefield : A few steps in the neighborhood

Whitefield

This weekend, we took time to explore our neighborhood – Whitefield. Those bitten by wanderlust are always looking to venture out somewhere nice. To explore new grounds, new ways and places of travel. However, it might not always be possible for everyone to venture out of the city. Or, go to distant places and spend … Read more

153 Biere Street – No, not a street

Biere Street

153 Biere Street is a European themed restaurant cum bar in Whitefield, east Bangalore. So far, we had not gone here because we don’t drink. And we had heard it’s a drinker’s paradise. But this time around, we thought enough of waiting, lets go here, if not for a drink (oops..forgot to mention we don’t … Read more

Street food in food street, Bangalore

Food Street

An introduction to food street Bangalore’s famous “food street” aka “chaat street” is located in V V Puram, near Sajjanrao Circle. It is well known for its numerous food stalls and shops, bringing mouthwatering street foods of India under one lane. The old charm of the place seems to be well preserved. We had heard about … Read more

2 day road trip from Bangalore | Gandikota and Belum Caves

A 2 days Bangalore to Gandikota and Belum Caves trip

Gandikota and Belum Caves were on our wishlist since long. So, finally happened this 2 day trip from Bangalore to Gandikota and Belum Caves. And I am so excited to share the details of this trip with you. Because it turned out to be one of the best road trips in India that we have … Read more

A weekend at Gorukana, B R Hills

Gorukana cottages

Gorukana is an eco resort located in B R Hills near Mysore. When we were looking for a weekend getaway a few weeks back, B R Hills immediately came to our minds. Because the monsoons have just receded, the forests are at their peak charm. Once we zeroed down on the destination, the next job … Read more

Outing at The Martin Farm

Martins Farm

The Martin Farm is a medium size farm located little off the Sarjapur Road in Bangalore, around 12km from Whitefield. Located near Carmelaram railway station, it’s easily reachable, without too many twists and turns. The Martin Farm is spread in around 2 acres. The owner lives on the premises in his farmhouse at The Martin Farm campus. Most of the … Read more

The Courtyard Homestay Chikkamagaluru

The Courtyard Chikmagaluru

Since 2017, it seems like the year of experiencing homestay for us. With Norwood Greens and the Lodge at Wah in Palampur, Casa Coorg, Peepal Tree Kabini and several others. And just when the year ended with a great stay experience with Jaswant Niwas staying here for 2 days in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, little did we know … Read more

A weekend at B R Hills from Bangalore

B R Hills 6

B R Hills or Biligiriranga Hills is one of the many beautiful hill ranges near Bangalore. It makes for a perfect weekend getaway from the metropolitan city of Bangalore. Although, it’s a surprise that many haven’t heard about it. While people mostly tend to go to the more popular weekend getaways, like visiting the hill … Read more