Summer Chillers at GReat Trails by GRT Hotels

The GRT Property at Kodaikanal

With the rising mercury in the cities, it is not surprising to see families setting off for their favorite hill stations across the country. Down south in Tamil Nadu, Kodaikanal remains a favorite and rightly so, given that it is the Princess of Hill stations. Besides the lovely things to do in Kodaikanal, what made … Read more

Places to visit in Lucknow

Places to visit in Lucknow

Summer or Winter, every visit to the “City of Nawabs” had me gripped with its amazing history, delightful art, colorful culture & yummy food. The capital of Uttar Pradesh has something for everyone – so much that you might find that two days are not enough to enjoy it all. You might ask me what … Read more

The Rock-Cut Badami Caves of Karnataka

Badami Caves in Karnataka

Once the students at Aihole had fine-tuned their art, they graduated from a primary school to a high school. Where Aihole was the primary school of ancient temple architecture, Badami became a high school. Set between the 6th century and 8th century, they carved and chiseled their way through the rocks of Badami to create … Read more

Experience Slow Travel with RCI Vacations

Luxury holiday homes RCI

My recent adventure with the nature trails of Wayanad left me quite refreshed and invigorated. It wasn’t just about spending the therapeutic time with nature. It was also, because I took it slow. There is no doubt that slow travel is really satisfying. There is a lot more you get out of a place than … Read more

Wayanad Nature Trails – Kuruva Island to Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

Machan amidst the bamboos in Wayanad

The “land of paddy fields”,  called Wayanad, is a popular travel destination with not just the tourists from far and abroad but also, for people from Chennai, Bangalore & even Hyderabad. Bountiful nature ranging from green mountains to placid lakes and dense forests is what beckons people to make multiple visits. Naturally, one of the key … Read more

Forts in Kerala

Kannur Fort - One of the Forts in Kerala

As scenic as the landscape is with abundant natural beauty, the state of Kerala is also a proud host of historical wonders. Fancy discovering relics and ruins? First, book a cab with Savaari Car Rentals. Then plan a trip to explore the forts in Kerala – Godโ€™s own countryโ€™. Here are 4 best forts in … Read more

Fun things to do in Vancouver

Fun things to do in Vancouver

If visiting Vancouver is on your travel bucket list (and it should be!) there are definitely some great things you must do while youโ€™re there.  Vancouver has so much to offer every kind of visitor that itโ€™s difficult to narrow down the list!  No matter what your inclination, these fun things to do in Vancouver … Read more

The Residency Lucknow: A Reminiscence of British India

The Residency Lucknow made for the British General

With the heritage trot through Old Lucknow, you might have got a glimpse of its history that extends beyond the Nawabs. The Hussainabad Ghanta Ghar to be precise, is what might have given it off. In case you have missed what this is about, take a peek at my last post on the Heritage Lucknow.You … Read more

Reconstructing the past with Kaiserbagh Heritage Walk

The Lakhi Gate of Kaiserbagh as seen from Safed Baradari

The one thing that seemed pretty strange to me when I walked around Lucknow is that none of the heritage monuments I saw were palaces. Given the grand structures like the Bara Imambara, Rumi Darwaza and Chota Imambara, I expected to stumble upon the majestic residences of the Nawab. However, as fate be, almost all … Read more

La Martiniere College – An offbeat attraction of Lucknow

La Martiniere college - an offbeat Lucknow attraction

While the Bara Imambara, the Residency and Chota Imambara is there on almost every visitor’s list of attractions in Lucknow, it is time to add a few offbeat places to this list. Last week I shared my heritage walk of Kaiserbagh which I am sure you have already included to your itinerary. This week, you … Read more

Unusual Ooty Sightseeing with Todas, Kotas & Badaga Tribes

Portrait of a Toda Tribal Woman - Pingalamma

Ooty or Ootacamund is considered as the capital of the Blue Mountains (Nilgiris). This hillstation has been a weekend getaway and a honeymooner’s paradise for centuries. Owing to its popularity, I won’t be surprised if you tell me that you have ticked off all the major Ooty Sightseeing destinations here. In fact, so did I … Read more

Trotting along Heritage Lucknow through Rumi Darwaza

The Western side of the Rumi Darwaza at night with its single facade.

Whether you are a connoisseur of food or arts or heritage – there is no missing the epic city of the Nawabs – Lucknow. If you leave out the food bit, then the other two are what appeal to me. This was the city that popularized my chosen form of dance – Kathak and one … Read more