There are hill stations that impress you with bustling cafés and busy markets, and then there are places like Kalpa—a quiet Himalayan village where the rhythm of life is still dictated by apple harvests, prayer flags, and the changing light on the mighty Kinner Kailash Range. Perched high above the Sutlej Valley in Himachal Pradesh’s […]

Planning a trip to Chitkul? This detailed travel guide covers everything—from the best time to visit and road conditions to hotels, weather, itineraries, photography spots, travel costs, and practical tips based on first-hand experience. After a Busy Season, It Was Time to Explore More of The Mountains After a busy season at our Homestay, hosting

When someone books their first trip to South America and to Peru, Machu Picchu tends to appear before everything else. The ancient Inca city, built between mountains and clouds, is one of the most recognisable images of the continent. Cusco, close to Machu Picchu, was the capital of the Inca Empire and sits at around

“People have been solo travelling the world for decades – chasing the unknown, all under the company of their own solitude. There is some excitement in it. Feeling a bout of jitters while planning your next journey alone, is a kind of adventure in itself” Footloose Dev I remember the first time I travelled on

Let’s be honest: applying for a Schengen visa as an Indian passport holder can feel intimidating. We don’t enjoy the same visa privileges as travelers from many Western countries, and the application process often involves a mountain of paperwork, financial proofs, travel bookings, insurance documents, and enough bureaucracy to make anyone nervous. At times, it

Despite being a full-time traveller for years now, I still find myself asking the same question before every international trip: “Do I really need travel insurance?” Sometimes the answer is easy. If you’re applying for a Schengen visa, travel insurance isn’t optional — it’s mandatory. Without valid travel insurance, your visa application can be rejected.

Chicago is one of the most exciting travel destinations in the United States, offering world-famous attractions, stunning architecture, vibrant neighborhoods, and beautiful waterfront views. For Indians travelling to the US, it remains a top destination. But one thing I’ve noticed over years of traveling is that Indians rarely travel alone. Whether it’s a family holiday,

After dealing with the mountain of paperwork required for my Schengen visa, applying for an Australia tourist visa felt surprisingly straightforward. That’s not to say Australia grants visas casually. You still need proper documentation, proof of funds, and a genuine travel plan. But compared to many Western countries, I found the process refreshingly transparent and

If I were to make a list of countries with the easiest tourist visa policies in the world, Cambodia would probably take the top spot. At the other end of the spectrum, you’d likely find the Schengen visa. I still remember landing at Siem Reap International Airport around 2 PM and being outside the airport

The first time I travelled from Delhi to Chitkul was 4 years ago. I was on a 9-day solo Delhi to Spiti Valley motorbike trip. My recent trip, on the other hand, took place in August 2019. On this trip, I was travelling with a friend and we were travelling from Delhi to Chitkul by