Endless stretch of rolling greens attempted to hide its colored floral gems Trickling streams showered pearls on the verdant stems The grey clouds flirted with the hills covering a blue screen When suddenly, a curtain of mist dropped and obscured the vibrant scene. A futile attempt – if I may say – The beauty of … Read more
Sometimes in our quest for big things, we miss the tiny treasures that are right in front of us! That is honestly the case when it comes to Kabini. Most of us come with the hope of spotting the big cats but what we tend to miss out are the fluttering beauties of the Kabini … Read more
He lurked in the shadows of the big tree, Leaping up, he looked down at the moving vehicles They were looking for him, he was sure. But would they spot him here? – That remained unsure! Such is the tale of all wildlife enthusiasts who come in pursuit of the Big Black Cat – the … Read more
It isn’t just the proximity to Bangalore that makes me fond of Kabini. It is just that the place has treated me to some really amazing wildlife sightings (Touch Wood). So naturally, when one of the Kabini resorts – Kaav Safari Lodge extended an invitation to me, I jumped with joy. True to my belief, … Read more
Basanti……In Kutton ke saamne mat nachna Arrey Oh Sambha! Kitne Aadme the? Yeh Ramgarh waale apni betiyon ko kaun chakki ka pisa aata khilate hain re. The classic dialogues from the superhit 70s movie – Sholay seemed to echo back at me from every possible direction. And why not? I was climbing the Ramanagara Hills … Read more
The best form of rejuvenation is when you lie down under the blue skies, close your eyes and listen to the melody of nature And that is what Galibore Nature Camp offers you! After months of lockdown, no travel and stay at home, Galibore Jungle resort turned out to be a perfect therapeutic break. The … Read more
Just 90 km from the capital of Meghalaya, lies a quaint hamlet that has earned the title of being Asia’s Cleanest Village. Mawlynnong welcomes you with its unnatural calm. You could attribute it to its clean and peaceful lanes or maybe the pretty little houses or perhaps, it is its playful inhabitants. I leave it … Read more
Close your eyes and imagine Bali. Tell me what is the first thing that you see? Beaches? And if not the beaches, then it would be the green steps of the Bali Rice Fields. You cannot miss them enroute to Ubud and naturally, there is no missing them. With its increasing popularity, the Ubud rice … Read more
Have you heard of the “New Bali” of Indonesia? No? Well, then, welcome to Lombok Island. Located to the east of actual Bali island, Lombok has is a quieter cousin of this famous tourist destination of Indonesia. With its own unique culture, stunning beaches, clear waters, green forests, pristine waterfalls and traditional arts, Lombok has … Read more
In my dreams of a paradise, cascades emerged from infinity and fell at different levels. They hid amid emerald bushes and suddenly emerged to plummet on rocky ledges. They hid pretty caverns – possibly treasure troves and cast a misty spell around them. Birds twittered and butterflies added to the glitter. Little did I know … Read more
Most of us have explored the coastline of Thailand and experienced the nightlife of its bustling capital. However, there are considerably fewer who have experienced the green mountains in the north. Located amid these mountains is one of the largest cities in Thailand – Chiang Mai. The city delighted me with its incredible blend of … Read more
Most of us have seen the largest mammal on land but only a few that have seen the largest ones in the world. Maybe Dory of the Nemo movie fame – would be one of the few who has not just seen one but was ingested by it too. Of course, she was promptly spouted … Read more