Trekking up to the Lions Fort – Sinhagad

The last time I climbed Sinhagad was roughly 6 years back. So when I planned to trek up again I was a bit apprehensive. Though its a very easy trek, I was out of practice or any sort of exercise for a very long time. Office had(s) made me dull.   Sinhagad was earlier known as Kondhana. Shivaji Maharaj set his eyes on the fort and thus, … Continue reading Trekking up to the Lions Fort – Sinhagad

A visit to Jallianwala Bagh and Golden Temple, Amritsar

As out train pulled into the station, there was chaos everywhere. No matter where and at what time you are in India, the railway station is always full of life. It was past 10 pm when we reached Amritsar, our destination for the next few days. Tired by our delayed flight and caught at the last moment train journey we retired to our hotel. Our … Continue reading A visit to Jallianwala Bagh and Golden Temple, Amritsar

Wanderers – Rajat Pandey

Starting today, a new series!! Featuring our very own travelers and their stories. Let me introduce you to my dear friend Rajat Pandey of Travel With Rajat. I have known him for quite some time now and I envy his travel style. I wish I could just take a backpack and catch a train without a second thought. An ardent photographer, you will not see … Continue reading Wanderers – Rajat Pandey

The Gol Gumbaz of Bijapur

Firstly, heartfelt congratulations and a million thanks to my dear friend Sohail for getting engaged….. at his hometown Solapur which is approx 2 hrs away from my Bucket List item – The Gol Gumbaz!!!!! Struck it out of the list peeps!! 😀 The part train part road journey was worth every minute. More on the journey later… The Gol Gumbaz (rose dome) is a magnificent … Continue reading The Gol Gumbaz of Bijapur

Bucket List – India

I often underestimate the wonders in my own country, falling prey at times to the concept of ‘foreign travel’ There are so many things to see and do in this vast and diverse country. After a lot of delay, I am ready with my India specific Bucket List. Gonna make a point to strike off a few items before year end. Fingers crossed. – Trip to Ladakh  … Continue reading Bucket List – India

#TravelTips – What not to wear!

I am not fashion conscious but I am not a bad dresser. I am not particularly well known for my packing skills either. It is quite a nightmare when I have to balance fashion and comfort. Most of the things that I carry are last minute stuffed. A few good dresses and a few casual ones. I recently came across an article on Smarter Travel on Travel … Continue reading #TravelTips – What not to wear!

#FoodLove – Infantaria, Goa

Remember I mentioned that Jayesh (my husband) and myself treated ourselves to our favourite place after the Salsa class? Well, this is why we love Infantaria! This brightly coloured place, situated at Calangute Beach is as mentioned in the big name plate, ‘All Day Dining.’ That just means we could go whenever we wanted and eat whatever we wanted all through the day! The place … Continue reading #FoodLove – Infantaria, Goa