Assam is a rewarding paradise for forest and wildlife lovers with uncountable places like Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary for one’s disposal. Travel 100 km in any direction and you stumble upon a canopy of green, a forest so dense that you won’t be able to see the sky. During my recent travels to Majuli Island in […]

Looking for Kumbh Mela images? From Kumbh Mela naga baba photos to people taking shahi snan, this photoblog from 2021 Kumbh Mela has them all. Hailed as the largest congregation of pilgrims in the entire world, the 2021 Kumbh Mela was held in Rishikesh. The earlier 2019 Kumbh Mela was held in the historic city

I consider Manali, in Himachal Pradesh, my second home — and it is not because I run hotels here. I love this destination more than any other in the world. And it is not just me. Manali is a preferred tourist destination for a lot of people, especially those who live in and around New

Are you planning for backpacking in Bhutan? Is it possible to travel alone in Bhutan? Let’s find out in this blog. If you look at the world now, Bhutan is the only remaining Buddhist Himalayan Kingdom in the entire world, making it an alluring destination for tourists. What makes it even more alluring is the

For someone like me who spent most of his life in Indian cities, mountains and waterfalls remain the first love. It was the beauty of mountains and my love for waterfalls that I decided to move to Manali in 2020. Starting a boutique property in Manali was a way to sustain this decision. I took

These 7 Spiti Valley camping locations will allow you to camp and enjoy the starry nights in budget! A solo-motorcycle expedition in Spiti Valley is itself an adventure. And the idea of camping in Spiti Valley, rather than opting for the safety and comfort of a guest house, is an adventure to another level. Unlike

When I began operating my glamping site in Manali (called Footloose Camps) in 2021, with a traditional Himachali Kathkuni mudhouse and a small camping setup, I didn’t know I would soon install luxury Geodesic domes onsite. Shifting my focus from camping to glamping was the best decision ever. Before installing the domes, the entire property —

Spiti Valley road trip is an experience of a lifetime. The idea of riding on some of the most isolated roads in the world is an adventure in itself. Sure it can be a rough experience, especially if you are doing a Spiti Valley solo trip, but it’s an experience to try at least once

Looking for a cheap Spiti Valley tour? You cannot do it cheaper than how I did it. For 9 days all I spent was 5000 Rupees. And this included my food, my stay, my Delhi to Spiti Valley to Manali bike petrol too. Spiti Valley is harsh and inhospitable. With an average height of 12,500