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

A pampering staycation at Marriott Resort and Convention Centre Hyderabad

On our recent 4 days trip to Hyderabad, we enjoyed a couple of nights’ staycation at Marriott Resort and Convention Centre Hyderabad. As, it was a memorable and luxurious staycation at Marriott Resort and Convention Centre Hyderabad that we thoroughly enjoyed. Thus, prompting me to share with all my readers my experience of staycation at … Read more

A drive to Nandi Hills Bangalore

A drive to Nandi Hills doesn’t need any introduction when it comes to the buzzing travellers and explorers of Bangalore and around. In fact, of all the young population arriving in Bangalore year on year, majority visit Nandi Hills in the first few months of their stay in Bangalore. And so had it. However, years … Read more

Fun with elephants at Sakrebyle Elephant Camp Shimoga

Located just 5km outside the town of Shimoga, there is an elephant camp in the name of Sakrebyle Elephant Camp. It is a well-known elephant training camp and sanctuary near Shivamogga. It is a very popular tourist destination for those interested in elephants and wildlife conservation. On the last day of our trip to Shimoga … Read more

Witnessing one of the highest waterfalls of India – Jog Falls Karnataka

Although living in Karnataka, we chased waterfalls in Meghalaya on our short and sweet Meghalaya trip from Bangalore, had an amazing encounter with the majestic Athirapally waterfalls in Kerala on our Bangalore to Kerala Road Trip and even visited some majestic waterfalls on our trip to Uttarakhand and Shimla and Manali trip. And yet, one … Read more

A perfect weekend in Coorg touching the clouds

Come weekend and we Bangaloreans start looking for a city-escape. To be surrounded by nature. And spend a quiet and peaceful staycation from Bangalore somewhere in the greenery, with perfect views. Located at a short driving distance of just 4-5 hours from Bangalore, the district of Kodagu or Coorg has the best possible options. Whether … 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

A perfect Maharashtra Road Trip Plan

Glimpses of Maharashtra - Maharashtra Road Trip

Maharashtra is one of the largest states of India. And just like most of the other states of India, Maharashtra is very diverse and beautiful when it comes to both landscape and experiences. In fact, there are multiple small road trips from Mumbai and weekend getaways from Mumbai (The capital of Maharashtra) that one can … Read more

A complete guide to visit Hampi Karnataka

Huge Royal Enclosures that speak luxury ! International Trade Markets from before the era of Christ ! Temples with architecture most brilliant and stunning ! Spread over acres and acres of land & spanning thousands of years ! Welcome to Hampi – the largest open air museum of India. If you like visiting historical places … Read more