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  Are you a “foodie-travelholic”? Wondering what that means? Well, for many of us, a new place is not merely about exploring the sights and sceneries. It is about immersing ourselves in the unique culture and the tradition of the place. And what better way to experience cultures than through gastronomical delights? Picture Courtesy: Google For those of you who are bored with the usual butter chicken and pav bhajis, northeast India awaits a treasure trove of cuisines. Much like the region itself, the dishes here, too, waits to be explored by the travelling community. Given the vast diversity of the region and the availability of some rare and exotic condiments that you will scarcely find anywhere else in mainland India, the food here is sure to surprise your taste buds. From the sweet-toothed ones to those that love spicy and tangy, there is something in offer for everyone here. So bringing you a complete range of sinful delights from

  Have you been shelving all your travel plans for more than a year owing to the coronavirus pandemic? Well, there seems to be some hope at the end of the tunnel now. With the availability of vaccines and W.H.O declaring that travel through aeroplanes and private vehicles are considerably safer, many tourist locations are preparing themselves to play the host once more. Picture Courtesy: Google  When the prime minister of the world’s largest democracy announced a nationwide lockdown on the evening of March 24 th , 2020, the entire country came to a standstill. While some activities began to be allowed with time, travel still remained far down the list.  But this is soon to change. With the new vaccine drive and increased awareness about the disease, the long-lasting clouds of uncertainty are finally clearing. Nations such as Israel and Spain are already stepping towards a virus-free future. Hopefully, other nations will soon join the

  As the scorching heat of the summer sun starts to wear you out, there is a need to look for an immediate getaway. And if you are living in India, you do not need to look too far. There are innumerable summer destinations spread across the length and breadth of the country. Of course, there are some names that you come across more often than the others, and by now, you may have had your fill of these monotonous run-of-the-mill places. But as always, here we are at your rescue. So here is a list of some of the lesser-known yet breathtakingly beautiful destinations in India: Ranikhet, Uttarakhand Picture Courtesy: Google There are a number of mesmerizing and offbeat hill stations spread across India.  Ranikhet is a little-explored name in that list. Ranikhet, which literally means Queensland, falls in the Almora district of Uttarakhand. Of course, you get to enjoy the usual mild breeze of the mountains, lush forest views, and attracti

  From the ancient times till today, India holds a unique place in the world owing to its fabulous art and crafts. History tells us how kings and queens from distant land sent out their courtiers to fetch handcrafted jewellery, textiles and artefacts from India. Our traditional arts and crafts of India travelled through important trade routes such as the Silk route to influence art in other countries as well. Even today, the craftsmen of India remain unparalleled to the rest of the world.  In a sense, our handicraft is a mirror of the diverse culture of our country. Each part of our nation has a different craft to showcase. So if you love curating souvenirs, then India is more like a treasure trove for you. Wondering which art to souvenir from which state? Join us as we explore ten amazing art and craft that you can curate in your travel across India: Image Source: Google Dhokra, Chhattisgarh Image Source: Google When

  New Year is a time to bid adieu to the old and turn a new leaf in life. It is a time for new resolutions, midnight kisses and of course the grandest of parties! How does your city celebrate New Year? Is it is a quiet and lacklustre affair or is it teeming with revellers? Whichever list your city may fall into, stepping out and enjoying your new year in the best destinations can be quite a start. Image Source: Google To help you come up with the perfect New Year plan and to get your travel bug humming, we have come up with an exclusive list- the list of the ten best places to celebrate New Year without leaving the country. Isn’t this a win-win? While you get to enjoy the most happening new year, you will not have to cut a deep hole in your pocket at the starting of the year. So without much ado, let the countdown begin: Pushkar, Rajasthan Image Source: Google Did you think that Rajasthan is all about old traditions and dest

The mighty ranges of the Himalayas in the North of West Bengal offer the phenomenal viewpoints, to begin with, one of the most classical adventure treks. Darjeeling Singalila Ridge is in the middle of Eden, as you cross from one ridge to another through a narrow trail. The uninterrupted view of all-encompassing snow-topped mountains with the family of Mt. Kanchenjunga including Mount Everest makes the landscape unique and renders loveable experience. The small trails apart from the road are better routes for a trek from Mane Bhanjang. If you find happiness in messy hair, dirty feet and chilled water falling on your skin, then you can wander and wonder at the same time! Trekking is the most inspired activity for nature lovers as the trekking sites allow you to witness the best form of nature. The fascinating aspect of this trek is to reach the summit, Sandakphu, by crossing the India-Nepal border a dozen of times. The love and affec