Pursuing an Elusive Happiness: Mauritius, a Verdant Star Island of Indian Ocean!
“I am still young. I will try the next time!” Told me Veronique. At the age of 23, the former Miss Mauritius crown holder now hosts guests to the boutique BNB Kazalala, hidden away at the southern tip of Mauritius. She also attends classes at an university. She aspires to adorn the crown of Miss […]
Harbinger of Monsoon at the Ghats: A Cherished experience at The Taj Madikeri Spa and Resort
About this Blog: India’s only rain-forest resort and a delightfully rare wellness retreat, the Taj Madikeri Resort and Spa is located at close vicinity to the urban jungle of Bengaluru. I spent a couple of beautiful nights at the wellness retreat and refueled my soul and body! From a blissful luxurious retreat in the […]
Experiencing Cyclone Kyarr & its Aftermath in Goa!
A photo blog with pictorial depictions of my 7 days in Goa, when the coastal state was awashed by cyclone Kyarr. I was in Goa by the end of October 2019. The time is generally touted as shoulder season in Goa. Resorts and shacks by the beaches get a new coat of bright paint, gearing […]
Beyond Sun & Sand Beaches: Offbeat Things to do in Goa + Monsoon Travel Tips
About this Blog: Goa sits pretty by the Arabian Sea on India’s West Coast. Famous for golden beaches and azure sky, Goa attracts loads to tourists, mainly swarming at Baga beach or north-central Goa. However, Goa is charming beyond the beach and regular seafaring activities. Apart from beach hopping and relaxing at the iconic beach […]
The Thailand I love: 50+ Evocative Pictures
About this blog: If you have been following me on social media, you know I love Thailand. I have been there times in past three years and I can’t wait to be back. I do not know if it is the sea or the seafood, but I know Thailand has surely cast her spell on […]
Indian Woman in Afghanistan: An Extraordinary Solo Travel Story
[About this blog: Traveling to Afghanistan? That too on an Indian passport? Are you sure?Traveling in Afghanistan as a solo woman? Is that even possible? Question about Afghanistan travels plague our minds for all the right reason. An interview with Kanika Gupta who was exploring the Afghanistan by her own in summer months of 2019 […]
Top 5 Easy Treks in India for Beginners
Trekking is an exciting and rewarding way to connect with nature, offering breathtaking views, serene landscapes, and a deep sense of accomplishment. For beginners, selecting an easy trek is essential to ensure both comfort and enjoyment. India, with its vast and diverse terrain, offers a wide array of trekking options, many of which are ideal […]
Chittoda’s Dokan at Dacre’s Lane: Home to Kolkata’s Finest Street Food!
About this blog: Kolkata, the grandmother of all Indian mega-cities, has received many an accolade for her intense street food culture. Dacre’s Lane in Kolkata is one of the oldest surviving street food hubs, that traces back history in the eventful days of British Raj. The fact that Dacre’s Lane features few century old food joints, which […]
50+ Incredible Photos of Kolkata Durgapuja Pandals
About this blog: Kolkata Durgapuja is an enigmatic celebration of life and Bengali culture. Inclusive in nature, Durgapuja in Kolkata touches life at the most obscure points. From marginalized groups of child labor and sex workers from city’s oldest red light zone, to Rabindranath’s nuanced literature, Durgapuja transforms the city into a fairy tale land […]
Travel Bloggers Share Best Breakfast Tables from Asia!
Rice is the secret to driving force behind every Asians. Take a sneak peak to an Asian’s breakfast table and you will know what I am talking about. Rice made into batter, pounded into flour, steamed gently to yield stickiness or not, fermented overnight, flavored with lamb and saffron: a bowl of rice defines happiness […]