A smooth sailing Bangalore to Hyderabad drive

While we take a lot of weekend getaways from Bangalore, the destinations we always think of are a staycation in Coorg surrounded by lush greenery, the wandering through rainforests of Wayanad, the backwaters of Kabini or the coffee estates of Chikmagaluru. But, come monsoons and with heavy rain a drive from Bangalore to these destinations … Read more

Top 10 Scenic Road Trips in the Western USA

The western United States offers some of the most diverse and breathtaking road trips in the world. Making it a paradise for RV trips. From the towering peaks of the Rocky Mountains to the sun-soaked beaches of California. Each journey presents a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural landmarks, and historic sites. Whether you’re seeking … Read more

Understanding Leiebil Gardermoen Flyplass – effective car rental in Oslo

Flying can be difficult.  Taking any trip is exciting, of course.  However, there are a lot of things that we have to keep in mind as we do so.  This is even more true when we take a plane. For instance, on our recent trip to Dubai, our flight timings were so odd – early … Read more

A perfect staycation at Elephant Court Thekkady

Staycations around Bangalore are one of our favourite ways to rejuvenate and relax between crazy life schedules. If you are a regular reader, you must have come with us on virtual tours of several staycations in the past. So, when summer vacations started this year, we decided to first do a small staycation. And then … Read more

One day in Nashik – places to see and things to do in Nashik

Nashik is the old city where stands one of 12 Jyotirlinga Temples of India. Where the mahakumbh mela is held once every 12 years. Where civilisation thrived millions of years ago – testimony to which are the carved cave temples – like none other in the world. But Nashik is also the “wine capital of … Read more

Exploring the Karla Caves and Bhaja Caves in Lonavala

Although all of us know about the world famous and UNESCO World Heritage Ajanta and Ellora Caves. But on my road trip to Maharashtra, I discovered their little version – Karla Caves and Bhaja Caves. Which I visited on my way from Mahabaleshwar to Lonavala. Let me take you with me on a journey today … Read more

Our Coastal Karnataka Road Trip

Since time immemorable we wanted to do a coastal Karnataka road trip. Driving through the beautiful, pristine, unexplored and lesser known beaches of Coastal Karnataka. Since the beginning of this year, we planned twice for this trip. And both the times we had to cancel. The first time was in January when we rather ended … Read more

Our extremely beautiful Bangalore to Bekal Road Trip

For the longest time, we were planning a Bangalore to Bekal Road Trip. First when we planned our week long Kerala road trip from Bangalore last year. But then we dropped Bekal from the plan due to lack of time. Then, during our marriage anniversary in June first week, we were contemplating to visit Bekal. … Read more

Where to stay in Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal Resort 4

Kodaikanal is a small hill station town near dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is serene and beautiful. We have been here twice. And we can’t wait to go here once again. Actually, this hill station has a very stable weather all the year round. It’s little cold, little rainy and very stunning all the … 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