They say that the heart stays happy in the hills. I’ll be honest, Manali was never on my travel radar. The idea of crowded streets, touristy cafés, and cookie-cutter itineraries just didn’t appeal to me. As a traveller who seeks out offbeat, soul-soothing experiences, the mainstream vibe of Manali felt too overwhelming. But Old Manali?…
What to do on a weekend? Where to go and not feel too tired? We all have this question, especially after having worked throughout the week and being tired of doing the same thing over and over again. A weekend trip is that break we all need. For far too long, I used to research…
Kinnaur is one of my favourite places in Himachal Pradesh. It’s one of those offbeat Himalayan escapes that makes you feel like you’ve stumbled into a dream, far from the crowds, close to nature, and drenched in serenity. Known for its surreal landscapes, old monasteries, and a unique blend of Hindu and Buddhist cultures, this…
If I rewind to one of the most thrilling trekking experiences I had before Tarsar Marsar, it would be my Kedarkantha summit. My feet were hurting, the temperature was in the negatives, but my heart still felt warm. That same feeling returned during the Tarsar Marsar trek — a trek I gifted myself on my…
If there is one city in the world which can give you a glimpse of many cities at once, that is Kuala Lumpur. The capital city of Malaysia has a mix of different cultures, such as India, Malaysia, China and even Western countries, and although a bit expensive, a visit to Kuala Lumpur is a must…
After having travelled to as many places as I have, I would still say that if the heavens exist on earth, it must be in Kashmir. I have travelled to Kashmir twice as a solo female traveller. The first time was a solo adventure on my 25th birthday when I drove through the beautiful valleys…
As we made our way to the lush, green meadows, away from the city, the silence engulfed us, the serenity took over, and thus we began our road trip to the secluded parts of the state, which is home to Mount Kanchenjunga, Sikkim Sikkim is adorned with peace, serenity, history, culture and amazing food. Here,…
Located in East Sikkim at an altitude of 10,000 ft, Zuluk is a small hamlet famous for its Sikkim Silk Route and beautiful valleys. Although an offbeat destination, Zuluk is quickly emerging as the perfect and loved retreat for those who want to spend time among the grandeur of the mountains. Once a transit point…
Travelling to Chitkul is like fuel to the soul, you almost need it every once in a while. No matter how many times I visit Chitkul, I feel as if it is still my first. The mountains keep calling me there. Being the last village in the country, the air here is pure, the mountains…
Whether you like to travel or not, as an Indian, you must have wanted to go to Goa. There are many places to go in Goa. If you Google the top 10 places to visit in Goa, you will easily come up with a hundred results. But there is a Goa beyond where all the…