Life As Travellers
There is heaviness in my eyes as I try to open them after a late night’s sleep. Outside the window, I hear ‘Magpie Robin’ merrily singing on a lemon tree. His melody is my morning alarm in this quiet and quaint village of Talavde in Lanja taluka of Ratnagiri district. I lazily turn positions on the bed, anxiously checking the time …
As the sun descends into the embrace of the sea, sitting on the balcony of our homestay encircled by coconut trees, we pen down memories reflecting on the travel experiences of the past week. Sleep eluded us that night, as the impending return journey cast a shadow of melancholy over our spirits. The essence of this new town would soon …
To detox our mind from urban chaos, we were looking for a weekend break. A place nearby yet away from home. Searching on Airbnb, we came across the ‘Benchmark Green,’ a plot with row house dwellings with a view of the hills and far from the crowd. It looked perfect for a short break where one could relax on the …
It is 31st December, 2024. There is excitement in the air as people gather to celebrate the coming of the New Year in their own inimitable ways. At home, I wait for the clock to strike 12 with the dramatic twelve chimes announcing the arrival of the year 2025. I quickly wish my loved ones and go to sleep. Yes, …