Prague or Praha, the capital city of the Czech Republic, is rightly nicknamed as the ‘Mother of Cities’. A city that has two faces. The first face is of an ancient city attracting eight million tourists every year. The second face is of a modern pulsating city experienced by its one million residents every day.…
In my previous post on Plitvice Lakes, I shared 10 compelling reasons to go from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes and explore the offbeat gems of the National Park Region. Now since you are interested to know more, let me share a complete travel guide on things to do in and around Plitvice Lakes National Park Croatia. But…
What comes to your mind when you think of Croatia Balmy crystal-clear sapphire waters of the Adriatic coast or the ancient walled city of Dubrovnik? Little unexplored hamlets and remote islands of Zadar and Split or the cascading waterfalls and lakes of Croatia National Park? Gastronomic delights and wines of Istria or Zagreb’s unrivalled café…
If you are wondering about things to do in Czech Republic, you should go beyond Prague and explore these 5 fantastic offbeat road trip destinations.
Kolkata, the 350 years old second largest metropolis of India, manifests itself differently from other metros. Being the former capital of British India, Kolkata still has the bearings of colonial-era in the form of trams and architecture. The city has always been regarded as India’s intellectual, artistic and cultural capital. No wonder it has produced…
As soon as the mercury touches 40 in India, a mad surge can be seen in the number of visitors rushing to the Himalayas, to evade the unbearable heat and humidity. The Google search for places to visit near Delhi /Chandigarh /Lucknow /Mumbai /Chennai /Bangalore /Kolkata and others increase manifolds. However, most tourists still stick…
Published on France needs no introduction when it comes to travel. Despite being one of the world’s most famous holiday destinations, 95% of France remains largely off the tourist map, more so in the case of Indians. Traveling to France usually means a visit to Paris and French Riviera. However, just one hour away from…
Europe on a shoestring budget seems like mission impossible but with a little bit of smart planning, 4 months of Solo Budget Travel in Europe is completely doable. And, that’s exactly what I am aiming to achieve with my upcoming 4 months of solo travel in Offbeat Europe. A solo trip across Europe – mainly…
Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina., Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, International, Poland, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia
When it comes to adventure travel in India, the country is slowly but steadily rising its game. From paragliding in Bir-Billing to mountain biking in West Bengal; bungee jumping in Rishikesh to caving in Meghalaya; scuba diving in Andamans to trekking in the Himalayas; India is becoming a favourite playground for adventure enthusiasts from all…
When you think about the best hill stations in Tamil Nadu, very few can match the charm of Ooty. Nestled in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu, it is one of the most popular tourist destinations of South India. The lush green tea plantations, towering mountains, dense eucalyptus and pine trees and sparkling lakes make this hill…
Hotel Review: Have you ever stayed at a hotel that completely blew your mind? Although you enter with set expectations you exit with unimaginable experiences. I witnessed the same at Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach, Dubai. Here’s my review of staying at one of the best 5-star hotels in Dubai. The first thing that comes to mind…
Whether it’s a quick business trip or boarding a long-haul transcontinental journey, a good or a bad flying experience can set the tone for rest of your trip. Here’s my Srilankan Airlines Business Class flying experience as well as Economy on a return trip from Delhi to Colombo.
It was one of the most arduous days of the lung-burning and nerve-fraying Everest Base Camp Trek. Despite wearing heavy layers a frosty, thin and crisp air was pricking me all over the body. The urge to turn back was Everest-high but something caught my attention. ‘The World’s Highest Irish Pub’ signboard at the entrance of Namche Bazaar…
Australia Travel Guide: Things to see and do in Melbourne When the London journalist George Sala conferred the title ‘Marvellous Melbourne’ on a visit to the city in 1885, the down under city was the biggest and wealthiest city in the British Empire after London. Ever since the phrase struck a chord with everyone. And, it…
Hey, can you suggest a place for Asia travel that is well connected internationally, cheap to fly, convenient to explore, ideal for budget travel, offers worldclass activities and is fun for everyone? This is a common question I am often asked when solo travelers, groups, couples or families start planning their Asia travel. And, my…
Kolhapur to me stood for the Mahalakshmi temple, Kolhapuri Chappal, Spicy Mutton and Lavani dance. On a beautiful spring morning when I alighted from the Deccan Odyssey luxury train as a part of India Blog Train initiative by Incredible India, I had no idea that a new name was going to be added to the…
Romania is one of the most overlooked countries in the European Union but it is a land of unbridled imagination. A land, where reality and fantasies intermingle. Find out why Romania should be on your 2018 bucket list. Not only should you visit Bucharest but explore beyond. In this article, you will find things to…
As I am driving from Campulung towards Maramures in the Eastern Carpathians of Romania, the green carpet of the Bucovina’s forested crest mesmerises my eyes. The fluffy clouds try hard to kiss the Golden Bistrița River. But the most striking feature on this route is the ‘museum village’ of Ciocanesti, which was declared as the cultural village…
Whenever somebody spoke of a road trip, Ladakh came to my mind. But after going on a road trip to Meghalaya in India, I realized Ladakh has stiff competition. The coldest desert in the world might be more popular than the North Eastern jewel state, but a road trip to Meghalaya will leave you speechless.…
Rediscover the forgotten history of two key cities of the Delhi Sultanate - Tughlaqabad and Shahajanabad - who created new history and food culture.
