Enjoy Pune rains, but proceed with caution
Pune is beautiful in the rains is a known fact. Intermittent drizzles, cloudy mist, endless waterfalls through the lofty Sahyadri mountains and the joy of eating piping hot wada pav or corn on the cob is a must do in the monsoon. In the rains one has plenty of options to go to. Places like Lonavala, Khandala, Mulshi and Tamhini Ghat are crowd favourites. Over … Continue reading Enjoy Pune rains, but proceed with caution
As with any journey, who you travel with can be more important than your destination
Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Sibling Day, the list goes on. Promoted by the ‘greeting card’ industry back then the commercialization is far from over. Every month there is a day that is celebrated to boost sales of cards, flowers, chocolates and what not. Today, the first Sunday of August every year is celebrated as ‘Friendship Day’ in many Asian countries. People tie friendship bands to … Continue reading As with any journey, who you travel with can be more important than your destination
Wanderers – Pooja Agarwal
Meet Pooja Agarwal, a journalist who loves to travel eat, explore and wander.. At Malaga Central, Spain What got you hooked to travelling? While pursuing my Masters in London during the first week itself we were given a field assignment. Next day I left my hostel at 7.30 in the morning. I decided that day that I will return back only with the last underground train. In … Continue reading Wanderers – Pooja Agarwal
MotoDreamz set to host Motoday on June 18,19
Into its third edition, the MotoDay has got bigger and better as over 2,000 biking enthusiasts are all set to converge at Lavasa to celebrate the brotherhood of motorcycling on June 18 and 19. Organised by Pune based Motodreamz, the event will see activities revolving around bikes and everything related to biking. “June 21 is celebrated as the World Motorcycling Day globally as it is … Continue reading MotoDreamz set to host Motoday on June 18,19
Tiger Tiger, Burning Bright: Encounter in Bandhavgarh
It was summertime. The temperature was hovering between 25 degrees to 30 degree Celsius. The roads were scorched and the trees parched. Water in our bottles was depleting in quick succession. We were yet to get lucky. In Magadi, the buffer zone of Bandhavgarh National Park, tiger sightings were rare and our expectations low. Mid way in the jungle safari, our driver who doubled up as a guide … Continue reading Tiger Tiger, Burning Bright: Encounter in Bandhavgarh
Weekend Getaway – Kundalika Rafting
Planning for a weekend is one of the biggest headaches! With a plethora of options available, I always end up getting confused and spending Sunday lazying at home. The summer has come to an end and one of the many outdoor activities is White Water Rafting. I got hooked to rafting in the year 2006, in Dandeli, Karnataka. Since then I have a list made … Continue reading Weekend Getaway – Kundalika Rafting
Romancing the Maldives
I find it difficult to sit idle. I always need something going on. But there are very few places on Earth where I would like to do nothing but just sit and stare. Stare at the expansive breath-taking natural beauty, the calmness, the fact that we humans are such a tiny fragment of this vast universe. A few months ago, I jotted down my Bucket … Continue reading Romancing the Maldives
Maldives Visa for Indians
Very few countries have a No Visa Required (NVR) or Visa on Arrival (VoA) status for Indian passport holders. One of the effects of a weak economy. But there are some beautiful and stunning countries on the list. Maldives offers VoA facility to Indian passport holders. The only requirements are a valid passport, proof of onward/return journey ticket and confirmed Resort/Hotel booking. If you have … Continue reading Maldives Visa for Indians
Nepal: Beyond the Himalayan Mountains
Nepal, a small landlocked country between India and China, is a world hub for mountaineers. The country of Mt. Everest (Sagarmatha) hosts 8 of the top 10 tallest peaks in the world. The famous ranges of Himalayas, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri dominate the Nepal landscape. Nepal however, has much more to offer than a shot at mountaineering or any adventure sports activity. It is one of … Continue reading Nepal: Beyond the Himalayan Mountains
Maldives – A Photo Essay
“Once a year go somewhere you have never been before.” – Dalai Lama After an awesome and freezing holiday in Ladakh in 2013, this year was … Continue reading Maldives – A Photo Essay
Tugging My Luggage 