Life As Travellers
Is the idea of exploring a new place ruling your imagination? Want to turn your weekend break into an unforgettable experience? Explore the once upon a time tribal kingdom of Jawhar. At a driving distance from Mumbai, Nashik & Thane, Jawhar in Palghar district, surrounded by deciduous forest at an elevation of 1500 feet makes for a perfect holiday. Emerging …
Is picnic on your mind? Do you want to give yourself a unique experience mix of fun, learning, entertainment and adventure? On the outskirts of Mumbai and Pune, Monteria Village – an agro tourism venture offers the city travellers of all age groups a comprehensive experience of daily village life, culture, cuisine, art and heritage. Every path in the village, …
The waves came in slowly over the gentle slope of the beach and retreated even more leisurely. I walked on the black sand and reveled in the emptiness of the vast coastline. A flag kept fluttering on a moored lonely boat. Sampada, my wife and travel buddy for this trip, was talking to a fisherwoman who was sorting out the …
Mumbai had been recording poor air quality for the past few days with a blanket of smog enveloping the shining city. A breath of fresh air is all that we needed. An air free of pollution where the breeze carried the scent of a rural landscape. We made a last minute plan and decided to go on a road trip …
If you are looking for a quick refreshing escape near Mumbai, then we have found one to add in your travel bucket. The region northeast of Mumbai is one of the most forgotten remote areas which makes for a rustic rural experience. A typical open countryside – VIKRAMGAD is the perfect quaint little town near Mumbai for a quick getaway. …
A rainy day relaxes and soothes our souls. And if you are at an altitude where clouds hang over the mountains, thickening mists envelop the trees, and melodious birds drift you away in the aroma of their song, you have experienced nothing less than ecstasy. We experienced one such ecstatic moment while hiking to the Panorama Point in Matheran. It …
Daman is not only about alcohol, nightlife, parties, and resorts. We have seen a beautiful side of this lovely enclave. The coastal town is home to a variety of historical monuments and some beautiful churches, which reflect the architectural skills of the Portuguese. Walking the roads of Daman is a sheer delight if you have an eye for photography, where your pictures will exhibit the history and marvels of the vintage old buildings
Surrounded by lush green mountains and valleys, colorful flowers, crisscrossing trails, Dhom Lake – a peaceful and silent lake is nestled in a beautiful village called ‘Diksal’ near Bhivpuri. A hike in monsoon makes for a picturesque nature-watch. As we alight from the train on the deserted platform of Bhivpuri Road, we are greeted by meowing of a peacock. Bhivpuri …
Kondana is a small tribal village in Karjat and home to the historic buddhist caves. The village and caves can be easily explored in a day and it is perfect for beginners looking for a small hike. Monsoon has arrived in Mumbai. It thundered as we board the train in Dadar at 6:24 am. The dark clouds hovered above and …