I happened to visit and write this Ahmedabad travel guide out of my nearly 1-week stay there. I explored some of the popular stepwells in Ahmedabad, including the most famous Adalaj stepwell, among others. Also, I luckily ended up being in the city during Uttarayan which is considered to be the best time to visit […]

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

I woke up confused, almost in Haze, questioning myself, “How the hell did I crack my iPhone’s screen?” “Did I break it while I was sleeping?”  Then a closer look, still half asleep, and I realized that it wasn’t broken. It was the new wallpaper that I’d installed a few days ago. It made the

The Riviera Maya, in Mexico,  is an incredible place that you must have heard of at some point in life. From dreamy beaches to adventure activities, this Caribbean Coastline has many must-sees and must-dos for a tourist. The main cities or areas that make up the Riviera Maya are Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Akumal,

I’ve been coming to Shimla for years. From my college road trip days to quick weekend escapes while living in Manali, this city has evolved in front of me. I’ve seen it packed during peak snowfall, peaceful during autumn sunsets, and glowing quietly under monsoon mist. Moreover, I was born in Shimla. Though my parents

Before I go ahead and discuss this Zanskar Keylong to Kargil route via Shinkula Pass, I want to bring to your notice that this article was originally written in 2019. But I later did Manali to Shinkula Pass in 2023 and 2026 (and have provided updated information and video comparisons below). In 2026, it’s possible

Darma Valley was unlike any other place I’ve explored in Uttarakhand. It was 1 in the afternoon, and I grabbed myself somewhere in the middle of Darma valley, under the rocky cliffs near the town of Nangling. The terrain looked quite walkable but the comfort of a motorcar was far more appealing, despite sitting on

Planning Spiti Valley bike trip? This blog will help you plan a solo journey the basis of my personaly experiences and learning.  In this detailed Spiti Valley guide, I’ll cover: The best route (Shimla vs Manali) A complete 5-day and 9-day Spiti Valley road trip itinerary Budget breakdown Best time to visit Road conditions (2026

Lamayuru in one sentence? The last Buddhist town and a perfectly peaceful destination near Leh! I remember the first time I visited Lamayuru, it was in 2015. I wasn’t blogging back then but had already left my corporate life behind to travel indefinitely. Travelling solo, I met two other solo backpackers, and the three of

The beauty of Kerala attracts millions of tourists every year, most of whom are family vacationers. This southern gem of India doesn’t just offer diverse experiences; it brings people closer through shared moments, whether on a houseboat, in the hills, or along its tranquil coastline. I’ve been to Kerala more times than I can count.