10 unusual things to do in Shimla

Naldehra Trek 7

Although there is no dearth of famous places to visit in Shimla or things to do in Shimla. But, if you are the one like me who always tries to skip a few of the usual ones and try some unusual things to do, then you are at the right place. Because here, I am going … Read more

Shimla to Manali Road Trip – one of the most scenic in India

Shimla Manali Highway

A Shimla to Manali road trip is one of the most picturesque ones that we have taken in our life. The distance between Shimla and Manali is about 250 kms. And, theShimla to Manali road trip winds through the mighly Himalayas. So, it takes 7-8 hours to reach Manali from Shimla covering this distance. Which including stops … Read more

9 things to do in India in monsoons

I love rain, I love monsoon. So much so that I can see the clouds hover and the rain pour for hours sitting besides a window or in my balcony. I feel so cheered up and overwhelmed when it pours. And I know not everyone feels like that, but then, not everyone would have the perspective … Read more

Our royal stay at the Lodge at Wah, Palampur

The Lodge at Wah

In the beginning of 2017 , we had this wonderful opportunity to be the guests at the Lodge at Wah, Wah Tea Estate, Palampur. Actually, we were lucky to enjoy the warmth of two different but equally wonderful hosts and homestays while on our recent visit to Palampur – The Lodge at Wah and Norwood … Read more

A beautiful weekend at Casa Coorg Homestay

Casa Coorg Homestay

Casa Coorg Homestay is a beautiful homestay in Coorg that we spent our weekend at. Located amidst lush greenery, the homestay provides a very serene and relaxing environment for a weekend getaway. Although we have lived in Bangalore for almost a decade now. And we toured through so many weekend getaways around Bangalore including a monsoon trip … Read more

2016 – Our Travel Diary

B R Hills 8

As we bid good bye to the year 2016 and enter into the year 2017, lets reflect on our fabulous year of travel once more. Most of us start new year with lots of new thoughts, resolutions, goals etc. As the year progresses, we meet many of them and some are carried forwarded for the next year. For … Read more

Sankat Mochan Temple, Shimla

Sankat Mochan 2

This time around in Shimla, we happened to visit the Sankat Mochan temple. Actually, as much Shimla is known for it’s british architectural buildings, beautiful hill station weather and natural beauty, so much it’s also known for it’s temples. There are many ancient temples in and around Shimla. If you are religious, or you have … 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

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

5 days Kerala tour package Munnar to Alleppey

Houseboat Kerala

This is an account of our first trip to Kerala. It was a 5 days Kerala tour package Munnar to Alleppey. After debating a bit on whether to take guided tour vs independently travel through Kerala, we opted for the former. As it was one of the first trips that we went on. Kerala is … Read more