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The Manu Maharani, Nainital is a refreshing getaway
I’ve often heard people complain about Nainital and how it has become a beaten up old destination where people end up on long weekends. The same old wooden artifacts and clock work on the mall road, the same boating routine… it’s all a big bunch of been there done that, right? But here’s the bigger picture or rather the bigger…
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‘For The Love of Travel’: Sandeep & Smita Sahajpal
“There are no bad trips…just experiences which eventually make memories that you look back upon and smile at.” – Sandeep & Smita Sahajpal When they got married in 1984, travel wasn’t as ‘fashionable’ as it is today. In love with each other and with the idea of travelling, both dreamt of seeing the world together. Living the dream for…
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Announcing the “For the Love of Travel” Series
Travel. The word means different things to different people. Some travel as tourists collecting pictures/selfies in front of famous sights. Some love exploring places no guide books talk about. Some love the indulgence of business class and luxury hotels while some find gratification only on budget trips. Then there are some of us who travel purely for the love…
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Food Review: Barbeque Nation
The first restaurant in India to bring in the concept of live grill, Barbeque Nation has established itself as one of the most successful buffet eating joints. The restaurant introduced the concept of DIY (do it yourself) in dining experience, which has become a hit with diners all over the country. The restaurant is known to offer variety with new…
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Why You Must Experience a Villa Holiday
We jumped into the pool almost just after 10 minutes of entering Purva Sky Villa in Anjuna, Goa. Yes, we are pool crazy. But here it was the feeling of absolute freedom that overwhelmed us. No check-in, no formalities, no staff or other guests loitering around … just the villa and us! As soon as all six of us settled in…
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A Spa That Combines Martial Arts!
Kalari Massage at Neo Veda Spa, Delhi The idea of combining martial arts with a massage does not sounds very relaxing, does it? Try the Kalari massage at Neo Veda Spa and you’ll be proven wrong. A massage that works on body as well as mind, Kalari is a traditional massage from South India. In ancient times, northern Kerala invented…
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Goa Diaries Part 2: The Goan Food Fantasy!
The Goan Food fantasy: Good Restaurants in Goa Perhaps the best thing about being close to the sea is sea food. If you have an insatiable appetite for fish, crabs, prawns and other such delicacies Goa has a sea of options for you to choose from. Now, we are not going to talk about the much spoken about Brittos and Titos…
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The Goa Diaries 3: The Great Goa Experience
Any trip with the family is always fun. A trip to Goa makes it all the more enjoyable. My Goan experience was a mixed bag. Open this bag and you’ll see some amazing sleepy town imagery, winding drive-me-happy roads and authentic Goan cuisine. On the other hand, the shades of grey that Goa has to offer form a rather murky…
