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

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 scenic highway drive – Bangalore to Kodaikanal

NH 44 from Bangalore to Thekkady / Madurai / Kodaikanal / Kanyakumari

The drive from Bangalore to Kodaikanal via NH7 is one of the most picturesque of the road trips that I have taken in India. Already been twice on this highway. Can’t wait to hit it once more. The highway is in a very good condition (If you are from the developed Countries, you might be … Read more

Lesser Known Places around Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal, also referred to as the Princess of Hills, is a marvel of nature. This place has innumerable waterfalls, lakes, parks and hills. Each one offering a splendid view and vibes that are perfect for unwinding from the busy lives that everyone tends to be engrossed in. See this 3 days Kodaikanal itinerary to get … Read more

2017 – Our Travel Diary

Grindelwald

As the year 2017 comes to an end, it is time to reflect on our travel through the year that was. And it indeed was the most exciting year when it comes to our travel. We did lots and lots of holidays in ‘travel 2017’ , as we like to call the epic travel year … Read more

A beautiful drive to Horsley Hills from Bangalore

Popularly known as “The Ooty of Andhra Pradesh”, Horsley Hills is a beautiful, unspoilt hill station in Andhra Pradesh, just 145km from Bangalore. One can easily drive to Horsley Hills from Bangalore. And reach there in around 3-3.5 hours. It is small yet unspoilt and green. And that’s what makes the trip to Horsley Hills … Read more

A trek to Nandi Hills with overnight stay

Trek through the mist filled Hill covered in envelop of dense forest Stay in the woods in a mysterious cottage all by ourselves, cooking our own simple meals! Doesn’t it sound like a dream come true for the traveler, explorer and adventure lover in each one of us? Well, this dream got true for us … Read more

Top places to visit in Coorg in one day

places to visit in Coorg

Looking for the top places to visit in Coorg in one day? Coorg or Kodagu district in Karnataka is well known for it’s beautiful landscapes, dense reserve forests, waterfalls and wildlife. Although, during our stay in South India, we have visited several weekend getaways and beautiful destinations over the weekend like exploring the ancient ruins in … Read more

Things to do in Doodhpathri Valley Kashmir – the heaven on earth

” If there’s heaven anywhere on earth – it is here, it is here, it is here !!!”  I am sure you must have heard this about Kashmir, the famous slogan by the famous emperor Jahangir. And of course there is no exaggeration here. But, on my trip to Kashmir, as I navigated through the … Read more

Spice Garden Kerala tour

Spice garden kerala

Kerala is one of the southernmost states of India. It is world famous for it’s spices. It has several spice gardens all through the state.During our trip to Kerala in November, 2010. On our way from Cochin to Munnar, we took this Spice garden Kerala tour in an enormously spread and beautiful Spice Garden. It was a … Read more