During my two months solo trip around the US, I kept New York City for the last. Not because I thought the city didn’t have much to offer. But simply because I love exploring wilderness more than concrete jungle and I thought NYC would have more of the latter. I am happy to admit I…
During my two months solo trip around the US, I kept New York City for the last. Not because I thought the city didn’t have much to offer. But simply because I love exploring wilderness more than concrete jungle and I thought NYC would have more of the latter. I am happy to admit I…
Cities and landmarks are the best testimony of time. See how India has changed in the last 70 years of independence
Time changes everything. Some things become beautiful with time. Some lose their sheen. Nothing is left untouched, especially our cities. Some transform into maximum cities from trading towns while others lose the stunning coastline to a concrete jungle. Time preserve some and perish others. On the eve of India’s 70th Independence Day, I was visiting…
It is said ‘out of sight out of mind’ but in travel, it’s usually the opposite. Even if a place tick marks all the boxes, we tend to ignore it in favor of more popular destinations. You know why? Because the grass is always greener on the other side. We tend to choose holiday places…
When you go to the Rockies, you stay in a Ranch; when you go to the Adirondacks, you stay in a camp. If you can’t camp in the forest, you stay at a place that gives you a unique experience. The best place to stay in the Adirondacks is the Forbes Four Diamond-rated Whiteface Lodge,…
Scottsdale, the lush and plush part of the stirring Sonoran Desert, defies the typical traits of a desert. Find out why this oasis is a must visit and what are the top things to do in Scottsdale, Arizona In the winters of 1929, the revolutionary 20th-century architect, Frank Lloyd Wright, gets hit by the deadly…
Sophisticated San Francisco captivates you with its soaring Golden Gate Bridge, iconic seven hills, elegant Victorian homes, classic cable cars, dynamic diversity, and forever breezy joie de vivre. But when you look beyond the 49-square mile cityscape and hit the road, you discover where your ‘Windows wallpaper’ comes from. Northern California is bejewelled with miles of…
Iconic beauty, landmark attractions, and epic adventures make San Francisco, California a tourist magnet. Here are the best places to see in San Francisco. It was my first day in San Francisco, California. The blue-grey clouds had come from faraway places to greet me. The occasional showers were actually the tears of happiness of San…
Short travel on cards? Find out if Wildcraft Voyager Trolley Backpack a good travel companion The thing about travel is you never know what exactly is going to come next. Your urban adventure might not have butter smooth landing and can lead you to cobbled streets, rain-swept alleys, barely-there dusty roads or simply jagged pavements – all…
Santa Fe, New Mexico has a lot to offer. Here’s a perfect travel guide to help you plan the best vacation in the “The City Different” of the United States of America
Santa Fe, the capital of New Mexico, has been attracting artists, musicians and writers for long for its rich tapestry of cultural activities, adobe style architecture, jaw-dropping landscapes, “perfect every day of the year” climate and a pocket-friendly price tag. Find out why Santa Fe, the oldest capital city in the United States, has earned…
USA Travel on cards? Here’s a post that bursts popular myths about the USA and tells you what makes it a great nation
Are you planning a trip to the North East of India? And, not sure where to find information like when is the best time to visit Sikkim, main tourist attractions, activities, food, and shopping. Here’s a detailed travel guide about the best things to see and do in the state including a 7-10 Days Sikkim…
El Corazon de San Pancho — The Heart of San Francisco Whenever somebody asks me what is the best time to visit San Francisco, I say any time is a good time. But the best is when the carnivals in San Francisco are held. California’s largest annual Multi-Cultural Celebration takes place annually on every Memorial…
When it comes to offbeat travel experiences, Peru is a fantastic destination. Its array of landscapes, cultures, and environments set the stage for a truly unique travel experience. But what is the meaning of “offbeat travel?” Just like it sounds, “offbeat travel” means leaving the beaten path and going beyond tourist attractions. It means finding…
Seeing Sakura bloom in Japan is on everyone's bucket-list. Here's a complete travel guide on where and when to see Cherry Blossoms in Japan in 2024.
Bungee Jumping in Rishikesh at Jumpin Heights proved to be more exciting and scarier than I had envisioned it to be. It was a special occasion as India’s First Extreme Adventure Zone and India’s Highest Bungee Jumping Platform was successfully completing 50, 000 Bungee Jumps. To mark this success, a gala event was organised that…
What it’s like to travel to Changthang Ladakh, the world’s highest and largest plateau during an unbearable harsh weather. Here is a personal account of the solo offbeat Leh Ladakh Roadtrip. Arctic like winter of Changthang, Ladakh is not everyone’s cup of tea. It’s freezing cold, daylight is short and is a treacherous time to…
If you are confused where to take your senior citizen parents on a foreign holiday then you have come to the right place. Singapore is one of the most senior citizen-friendly countries in the world. Nothing is foreign here. A melting pot of different cultures, cuisines and ethnicities. There’s no dearth of choices here –…
