Imagine a world shimmering with the glow of millions of flickering oil lamps, where darkness is banished and radiance reigns supreme. Welcome to Varanasi, India, where the majestic celebration of Dev Deepawali transports you to a realm where light triumphs over darkness in the most mesmerizing way possible. I was fortunate to be part of […] Read more…

When most people consider Udupi as a travel destination, they mostly think of its famous temples (yes it is the ‘temple town’ of Karnataka), delectable food, and the beautiful coastline — often overlooking the lesser-known St Mary’s island. St Mary’s Island in Malpe, Udupi is filled with unique rock formations, nature, and a laid-back feel […] Read more…

Chances are you are wondering why on earth would you contemplate spending a few days of winter in Kolkata. After all, Kolkata is neither a winter destination nor a tourist magnet like some other Indian cities (except during Durga Puja, perhaps!). It would be safe to say that the ‘City of Joy’ is best experienced […] Read more…

Do you know what’s the first thing Bengalis do when they get the yearly calendar? They check when is this year’s Durga Puja (or Pujo), the annual religious festival which also doubles up as a cultural extravaganza. And experiencing Kolkata Durga Puja (or Pujo as in the Bengali language) is a bucket list item if […] Read more…

Being born and raised in Kolkata, it seems obvious to me to suggest a list of things to buy in Kolkata. But believe me! Shortlisting souvenirs from Kolkata was not easy at all. When I started drafting this post, I had a huge list of items to suggest that you can buy and carry along […] Read more…

The Serai Kabini will always remain very special to me because it is the first place we ventured out during 2020 after the pandemic hit us. Towards the later half of the year, when things started looking a little better as far as the pandemic is concerned, we decided to explore a place near Bangalore […] Read more…

I love everything Kerala – the beaches, backwater, art & culture, food, and its people! Kannur, a small beach city in Kerala, is just the perfect destination to unwind over a weekend. Kannur tourism is probably not as hyped as other parts of Kerala. But as you read through this post and discover Kannur, you […] Read more…

Namaste! Are you planning a vacation to India? You have just made the right decision. India is home to a wide array of historical relics & monuments with 1000 years of history, geographically unique locations and culturally diverse regions. And you would certainly want to bring back memories in the form of souvenirs from India. […] Read more…

Looking for a 2-day itinerary for Hampi? This post will guide you through the best places in Hampi. Hampi is located in the Indian state of Karnataka. It was the capital of Vijayanagar empire of medieval India. In the present times, we get to see the ruins of the glorious past. Hampi is a UNESCO […] Read more…

Looking for places to visit in Chikmagalur? You are at the right place. Chikmagalur makes one of the best weekend destinations with your family from Bangalore. Popularly known as the “Coffee Land of Karnataka”, Chikmagalur is a tranquil hill station in the southern part of India. Lush green coffee plantations, mystic Western Ghats, gushing waterfalls, […] Read more…