The one and only surreal experience of Shikara ride at Dal Lake

Have you ever wondered how it will feel to be in heaven? Surrounded by surreal beauty of nature, relaxing on a luxurious seat while all the comforts of life like food, water, ornaments and what not reach you where you are 🙂 Welcome to a Shikara ride at Dal Lake ! To be honest with … Read more

Is it safe to visit Kashmir now?

Kashmir is a politically sensitive location, there is no doubt about it. As we planned our 9 days trip to Kashmir with family and kids, there were several apprehensions in our mind. There was a bomb blast in one of the main markets and a few targeted killings few days before we visited here. And … Read more

Tulip Gardens of Kashmir – Asia’s largest Tulip gardens

Gardens and flowers have been the best refreshing and relaxing things since time unknown. The numerous Mughal Gardens of Kashmir, the beautiful gardens inside the forts & palaces of Rajasthan like Amer Fort, Udaipur Palace and Nahargarh Fort and numerous Gardens of South India including those we visited on our trip to Ooty and Kodaikanal, … Read more

A tryst with snow on the Gulmarg Gondola in Kashmir

    “Snow ke chances hain” (There is chance of snowfall) Muttered our driver, with a little drama, taking one palm out of his window and feeling the air like a pro weather expert. Although, we tried to keep our hopes in control, I couldn’t help but wish for his words to come true. And … Read more

Janapada Loka Ramanagara – preserving the folk cosmos of Karnataka

Countless times have we crossed the Ramanagara district and Channapatna town on our multiple trips to Ooty, our trip exploring the town of Mysore and the Mysore Zoo, our trip to Coorg, when we went to Kabini and to Wayanad. But never did we get a chance to stop at Janapada Loka Ramanagara. It is … Read more

4 days Pondicherry trip itinerary

Pondicherry, renamed Puducherry and fondly called as “Pondy” by its residents – has always been the laid back contrasting beach destination to the great party scenes of Goa in India. When in the search of solitude and a relaxing vacation, heading to either Pondicherry or the beaches of Goa, particularly South Goa , is our … Read more

5 best beaches in Pondicherry

Although, Pondicherry is not as popular a beach destination as some others in India. Perhaps because it doesn’t have a party all night like scene equivalent to the beaches of Goa. Or, the beaches are not as big and serene as the beaches of Andaman. But just like the beaches of Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Mangalore or … Read more

A perfect weekend in Mahabalipuram

If you are yearning for a perfect weekend from Bangalore, alongside the sea, without driving too long. Then Mahabalipuram can provide you with the perfect options. Years back, we explored the town of Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram). As a part of this trip we visited the places to see in Mahabalipuram including some UNESCO World Heritage Sites. … Read more

Ooty Tour : A perfect 5 days Ooty trip itinerary

Ooty is rightly called the “Queen of Hill Stations”. Having been there 4 times already, we are still surprised to discover a new side of Ooty with every trip we do here. After our most recent trip to Ooty this time, we decided to pen down for our readers a perfect 5 days Ooty trip … Read more

Goa beyond beaches – 10 best things to do in Goa thats nothing to do with beaches

Chapora Fort Goa | Dil Chahta Hai Fort

No doubt that Goa has some of the best beaches of India, with varying landscapes and different offerings. Some are the favourite among couples. While there are other beaches of Goa specifically preferred by families. And then there are yet others which are preferable to enjoy with friends. From coarse golden sand to fine white … Read more