Our 9 days Kashmir trip itinerary with family

“Kashmir is not just a place, It is an emotion that everyone wants to experience!!!!” “You have got Kashmir and Himalayas. You are the richest when it comes to natural beauty!” – While we were playing in the snow at Mount Titlis on our trip to Switzerland, our guide remarked vividly. Years later, I can … Read more

India’s Most Romantic Locations For Beautiful Outdoor Weddings

Exchanging vows and committing to your lifelong partner is an unforgettable moment. But memories of your wedding day will undoubtedly be even more vibrant even after decades of blissful married life. If you’re able to find the perfect ceremony location. And for any lovers who are looking for destinations that exude romance, culture, and celebratory … Read more

3000 years old Pandavaleni Caves in Nashik

While all of us aspire to visit the world famous Ajanta Caves and Ellora Caves, there are so many lesser known and beautiful caves all around Maharashtra. Thus, on our road trip across Maharashtra, we got the opportunity to explore beyond the Ajanta and Ellora Caves. And Pandavleni Caves were part of one such exploration. … Read more

Experiencing the Nashik Vineyards – the Tuscany of India

Vast expanse of green vineyards Against the backdrop of mountains Intertwining with blue lakes and streams And your rustic villa overlooking them !! Doesn’t it sound like a perfect Tuscany dream vacation? Well, the good news it, you can make it true right here in India, when you visit Nashik. Did you know that more … Read more

A complete guide to visit Hampi Karnataka

Huge Royal Enclosures that speak luxury ! International Trade Markets from before the era of Christ ! Temples with architecture most brilliant and stunning ! Spread over acres and acres of land & spanning thousands of years ! Welcome to Hampi – the largest open air museum of India. If you like visiting historical places … Read more

Exploring the Royal Enclosure of Hampi – of the glorious Vijayanagara Empire

Reminiscent of the most glorious historical period of South India.  Along the banks of a beautiful river lies the Royal Enclosure of Hampi. That contain the ruins from the past of the mighty Vijayanagara Empire. And today I will not just take you through these ruins on a virtual tour of the Royal Enclosure of … Read more

Visiting the magnificent Vijaya Vittala Temple Hampi

Of all the grant structures that stand tall through the ruins of the once glorious Vijayanagara Empire – the second most prosperous empire of it’s time in the world – Vijaya Vittala Temple is no doubt the most magnificent and the most outstanding. Also the most entirely intact structure. And yet, I missed visiting it … Read more

Visiting the beautiful Virupaksha Temple Hampi and places near it

Virupaksha is a form of Shiva. Thus, Virupaksha temple is dedicated to Shiva. The temple was built in around 7th Century by Lakkan Dandesha, a nayaka (chieftain) under the ruler Deva Raya II of the Vijayanagara Empire. And it is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Karnataka – the ruins of Hampi or … Read more

MTDC Boat Club Nashik – a highly affordable and beautiful place to visit in Nashik

Amongst the expensive vineyards of Nashik, the MTDC Boat Club Nashik was nothing less than a great discovery that we had for budget travel!! When one thinks of Nashik – the historical town that hosts the Mahakumbh Mela and the place where you find 3000 year old caves. Which is better known as the “Wine … Read more

Exploring the Karla Caves and Bhaja Caves in Lonavala

Although all of us know about the world famous and UNESCO World Heritage Ajanta and Ellora Caves. But on my road trip to Maharashtra, I discovered their little version – Karla Caves and Bhaja Caves. Which I visited on my way from Mahabaleshwar to Lonavala. Let me take you with me on a journey today … Read more