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

Soon Coronavirus will be history and people will be looking for places to visit near Bangalore. Where some people will ask their friends for suggestions, and others will Google search for ‘tourist places near me’. Had you searched on Google too and ended up on this blog, this is my recommended list… If you are

The deep-rooted history of India speaks highly of a rich and royal past — of places like Mysore Palace, kings and sultans, and their forts and fortresses. During my media-trip with the tourism of India, and while experiencing the Golden Chariot Luxury train — that itself is a new-age palace on wheels — I happened

Amidst several online guides discussing best camping tents in India, how to ensure the one you’re referring to is written by someone who has done a lot of camping himself? Answer: You Can’t! But the best camping tents in India recommended in this blog are certainly the ones tried and tested by the author of

Also known as The City of Lakes, Udaipur keeps the robust spirit of Rajasthan alive! My first visit to Udaipur happened last year in 2019, during my Delhi to Bangalore motorcycle trip, and I couldn’t believe its beauty. A blend of old culture and chic style, Udaipur, for me, was a city of constant awe

I remember the time I was planning my first-ever solo motorcycle trip in the Himalayas, I was scared. I had never done a solo bike trip before and I had no idea what to expect from it. To make my fear even worse, I decided to ride to the world’s most isolated and treacherous roads