The Maldives has become a popular place for romantic honeymoon vacations. Nestled in the Indian Ocean, the island chain happens to be the smallest country in Asia—by both geography and population.…
Planning a Last Minute Honeymoon Trip to The Maldives Read More »
I looked up at the Peepal tree, it was the time of the season when new leaves had sprouted and the tree had a tender green look. The heart shaped leaves fluttered in the morning breeze as I wondered what was so special about this tree that millions congregated here, just to spend a few moments in its shade or have a glimpse of it.…
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The turquoise waters of Lake Kivu shimmered as the boat cut through it gently, as if afraid it may disturb the serenity of the moment. I was on the upper deck of a small houseboat, soaking in the panoramic view that was all around us as we moved gently.…
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Road trips are an incredible experience in themselves, and nothing beats one amidst the glorious dunes of a dessert. Strewn across the landscape like mounds of gold in the sun, the deserts of Rajasthan are one of the best places to indulge in a long road trip.…
Road Trip – Dos and Don’ts for Rajasthan Read More »
I pushed aside the curtains of my luxurious room in the Serena Hotel that we had checked into the previous night. It was still dark, after all, it was just 4 AM. I felt a strange excitement rising in me and it took me a minute to realize its source.…
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It was our first day in Rwanda, in Kigali, the beautiful capital city of the East African country Rwanda, to be precise. We had landed in the early hours of the morning and the place looked like a slice of paradise as we left the airport to our hotel which was interestingly and excitingly named as Gorilla Hotel.…
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Kayaking is a fun way to get active on the water, whether it’s a river, lake or sea. Exploring by kayak is also a great way to get to places that larger vessels cannot access.…
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The sun was bidding adieu for the day when we reached Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram which is another name for this ancient town which lies about 60 kilometers away from Chennai, the bustling metropolis of Southern India. The history of Mahabalipuram can be traced back to the 1st century when it was known to the world as a thriving seaport.…
Paradise unveiled at The Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay by GRT Hotels, Mamallapuram Read More »
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The man must have been in his late forties or early fifties. However, the silvery gray hair that adorned his head and most part of his face, made him look older than his years. He sat hunched over a beam, which extended into a handloom.…
Silk, Stone and Spirituality in the Temple Town of Kanchipuram, India Read More »
The King was inside the Sheesh Mahal or the Palace of Mirrors. It was an enchanting night and outside the stars twinkled in the cloudless night. The palace was lit with earthen lamps that flickered gently in the air as their feeble flames transformed into brilliant light as the intricate mirror work that adorned the roof and the walls reflected their light.…
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