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 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

A crisp 4 days Hyderabad trip plan for family

If you have read my previous posts on Bangalore to Hyderabad road trip and Golkonda Fort Hyderabad, you must have guessed that this time we were off exploring Hyderabad. Come August and we wondered hard where to head. Last year same time, we were fortunate to explore coastal Karnataka. But, this year, there was heavy … Read more

Honnemaradu Shimoga – the best kept secret of river Sharavathi

The district of Shimoga in North Karnataka is surrounded by mesmerising natural wonders. From one of the tallest waterfalls of India – Jog Falls to the wettest place of India – Agumbe. Shimoga has old forts on hill tops surrounded by mist and clouds on one hand. And wildlife sanctuaries or elephant camps on the … 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

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

A beautiful evening spent at Tannirbhavi Beach Mangalore

Today I am going to take you with me on a walk to the Tannirbhavi Beach Mangalore. And one of the best evenings of our days spent in Mangalore during our coastal Karnataka Road trip. Although Mangalore is better known as an industrial port town of Karnataka. But, it also has a beautiful coastline with … Read more

Kapu Beach and Lighthouse – the most beautiful beach in Udupi Karnataka

Today we are off to explore the beautiful Kapu Beach Udupi !! On our road trip to Coastal Karnataka, which circled through Mangalore, Udupi and Murudeshwar along with some other places like Bekal as well (which is technically in Kerala), we visited a lot of beaches of Karnataka. To be honest, most of the beaches … 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