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

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

5 Best things to do in Pondicherry in two days

Pondicherry

There are so many things to do in Pondicherry , but when you have got just 2 days you need to figure out the best things to do in those two days. It was a long weekend of April, 2012 when we headed to Pondicherry for just 2 days. We were urging to break from … Read more

Shopping in Goa – Markets you shouldn’t miss

arpora flea market

Goa is a beach lover’s heaven but did you shopping in Goa is an experience in itself.  After having being there twice in last few years, I realized this about Goa. That it is equally a shopaholic’s heaven and shopping in Goa is quiet a delight. Actually, before being here I truly wondered what speciality … 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

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

A day trip from Bangalore to Kolar, Karnataka

Bangalore to Kolar

We took a day trip from Bangalore to Kolar district in Karnataka, India in 2017. It was a cultural trip covering some of the oldest temples of India with amazing architecture. Because we had planned this trip especially for our elderly parents. And it turned out to be one of those beautiful road trips we … 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