A visit to the Shivamogga Zoo and Safari

Shivamogga Zoo and Safari is one of the major attractions of Shimoga, located right outside the Shivamogga town. So, when we took our Bangalore to Shimoga road trip with kids, Shivamogga Zoo and Safari was on top of our list. Along with Sakrebyle Elephant Camp, Jog Falls – most majestic waterfalls of Karnataka and Honnemaradu … Read more

Bangalore to Vatadahosahalli Lake and Gudibande Fort

Day trips around Bangalore have become our new normal now a days. Over the last few weeks we visited several beautiful secluded places around Bangalore including Chhota Ladakh, Muninagara Dam, Mariapura Lake and Gundanjenyaswamy Temple. All of these were within 50km of our residence. On each of these trips, we packed our food from home, … Read more

A drive to Nandi Hills Bangalore

A drive to Nandi Hills doesn’t need any introduction when it comes to the buzzing travellers and explorers of Bangalore and around. In fact, of all the young population arriving in Bangalore year on year, majority visit Nandi Hills in the first few months of their stay in Bangalore. And so had it. However, years … Read more

Fun with elephants at Sakrebyle Elephant Camp Shimoga

Located just 5km outside the town of Shimoga, there is an elephant camp in the name of Sakrebyle Elephant Camp. It is a well-known elephant training camp and sanctuary near Shivamogga. It is a very popular tourist destination for those interested in elephants and wildlife conservation. On the last day of our trip to Shimoga … Read more

Honnemaradu Shimoga – the best kept secret of river Sharavathi

The district of Shimoga in North Karnataka is surrounded by mesmerising natural wonders. From one of the tallest waterfalls of India – Jog Falls to the wettest place of India – Agumbe. Shimoga has old forts on hill tops surrounded by mist and clouds on one hand. And wildlife sanctuaries or elephant camps on the … Read more

Witnessing one of the highest waterfalls of India – Jog Falls Karnataka

Although living in Karnataka, we chased waterfalls in Meghalaya on our short and sweet Meghalaya trip from Bangalore, had an amazing encounter with the majestic Athirapally waterfalls in Kerala on our Bangalore to Kerala Road Trip and even visited some majestic waterfalls on our trip to Uttarakhand and Shimla and Manali trip. And yet, one … Read more

Our beautiful weekend trip from Bangalore to Shimoga & Malnad

There are so many places to visit around Bangalore that when it comes to selecting a weekend getaway from Bangalore, it is really a tricky choice. Having been to most of the famous tourist places in South India like the hills of Coorg and Chikmagalur in Karnataka. And the princess of hill stations – Kodaikanal … Read more

A royal staycation at the Royal Orchid Brindavan Garden Mysore

Royal Orchid Brindavan Gardens

On our recent weekend getaway from Bangalore, we had a royal stay at the Royal Orchids Brindavan Garden Mysore. And I must say, I was impressed by the wonderful and relaxing experience we had here. Actually we have done several trips to Mysore earlier. But mostly we have explored the royal city of Mysore on … Read more

A perfect weekend in Coorg touching the clouds

Come weekend and we Bangaloreans start looking for a city-escape. To be surrounded by nature. And spend a quiet and peaceful staycation from Bangalore somewhere in the greenery, with perfect views. Located at a short driving distance of just 4-5 hours from Bangalore, the district of Kodagu or Coorg has the best possible options. Whether … Read more

A complete guide to planning a trip to Dubai

Planning a trip to Dubai? Dubai is a cosmopolitan that provides both old and new world charms to it’s visitors, has tons of adventure activities as well as lots of fun things to do. As a result, it is emerging as a very popular tourist destination. And while earlier tourists used to visit Dubai only … Read more