Beyond Sunrises and Sunsets

There is no place that I could compare to or even come close to the gorgeousness of Kashmir. It’s like walking into a painting, like being in a movie where every part, every element has been artistically set up, like listening to your favourite music playing on a loop, like…

Kolkata is not like any other metro in India. This city is from a different era altogether. Sometimes we felt like time just froze and preserved everything, every memory from my grandparents’ stories. Ancient buildings, some so old that trees have engulfed them, the same yellow ambassador taxis running the…

From outdoor activities to indoor games, from sandy dunes ride to water sports and underwater adventures, from museums to miracle garden the list of things to do in Dubai is never-ending. If you plan on exploring all known attractions in a few days, that might not be possible. But certainly,…

Dubai has grown exponentially in the early 21st century and has transformed itself into a world-class city for business and a holiday destination. No surprise that the most populous emirate of the UAE has been named TripAdvisor’s top destination in the world for 2022. On our 6-day trip to Dubai,…

Abu Dhabi is generally overlooked as a destination with Dubai being the most popular city and located right next to it. But make no mistake, this city being the capital of the UAE has a popularity of its own. From High rise buildings, shifting dunes, turquoise ocean, pristine beachfront, rich…

While literally, anyone can click a photo, framing something as magnificent as the Taj Mahal needs a bit of planning, patience, and little practice. Also, you might be having limited days to explore the wonder, and in that time, you may come across bad weather, bad light, and a sea…

How do you capture the essence of a building that is not just a piece of architecture? How do you tell the story of an emperor’s love and grief for his beloved and bereaved wife that gave rise to a monument like no other? Something that has spellbound millions across…

Wrapped under the blankets of mist, tucked amidst wooded mountains, and surrounded by luscious green tea estates, there lied a hill town in the Southern side of Sri Lanka. As far as eyes stretched the cloud-covered summits showed their dominance over the land, occasionally gleaming as the Sun played hide…

What would you call a city that has preserved its fascinating history through the reigns of several kingdoms and governments, a city that has its reference in the pages of epic Mahabharata? A place that is home to some of the most iconic monuments and has never failed to capture…

The tiny clusters of the islands in the Indian ocean have always fascinated every type of travellers from across the world. The mesmerizing beauty of the crystal clear waters and velvety beaches, the coral-rich sea life, the ultra-luxurious resort islands has always forced us to ask ourselves “how much do…

Whether you’re planning for an exotic honeymoon destination or family vacation or a long overdue trip to try some adrenaline-pumping activities, the Maldives is just the place you were looking for. You can indulge in a plethora of activities both on the land and under the waters. On somedays, be…

Many times, we have flown across the azure sea towards a new destination but this was a completely different sight to behold. As our plane flew over the ocean and started to descend, a cluster of islands appeared out of the gleaming blue water - of all sizes and shapes.…

Since the time pandemic hit the world, travel has taken a backseat. Survival taking utmost importance in everybody's life, vacationing has become the last priority and rightfully so. Then there are some of us whose feet never stopped itching. We waited with hope in our hearts for some good news,…

I was in college when I watched the Bollywood movie Don, where the protagonist was making a deal on a bridge. The drone camera zoomed in and revealed the massive bridge which was surrounded by lush green forests far down below. Such majestic was the scene that I at once…

When we decided on a South East Asia trip last December, Bangkok was our obvious choice to end the year on a high and happy note. Bangkok offers so many options in terms of sightseeing, shopping, leisure, amusement, and adventure that several weeks can fall short if you wish to…

The idea of having a Vietnamese wedding stuck my mind when I was reading through an article that explained how elaborate and beautiful the customs and traditions are. A proper wedding is an extravagant affair spanning a few days consisting of several ceremonies like asking permission to receive the bride,…

A monstrous snow-clad mountain stood ahead of us. The only thing that laid between us and the mountain was the highway and a small flowing stream across the road which we could only hear. A frisson ran through my spine as if we were the only two souls in the…

One early morning, lifting the dark misty blanket of night as the Sun peeked through; uncovering the silhouette of a sandstone temple structure with lotus-bud shaped towers, creating a surreal reflection in the moat nearby; it gave the impression of divinity. The hues of the sky at the crack of…

The previous day's disappointment turned to our favor because when we finally stepped into the capsule and the glass door closed behind our back, we realized it was only two of us in the entire capsule. This was a fortuitous moment and we were on cloud nine. As the capsule…

A faint glowing line slowly appeared through the darkness in the horizon. I looked out of the window watching the first rays of Sun come up wondering how long before we land. A sense of exhilaration filled me as I thought about the whole impromptu decision of making it to…

We were standing on the edge of a boat shaped rooftop on a 57th storey building. As far as the eyes stretched, we could see the panoramic view of a world class city. On one side the golden rays of the setting sun gleamed on the cluster of skyscrapers and…

“Þetta reddast” (pronounced thet-ta red-ahst) the Icelandic Credo which translates to “everything will work out in the end” is a phrase which most Icelanders believe in. A notion that will always uplift your heart and mind with optimism and hope whenever you’re in doubt and facing challenges in life. One…

Jan 27 2018– As I set my foot out of the Helsinki airport, a gust of strong icy cold wind hit my face. It was the end of January and deep winter in the Nordic. The entire landscape had turned monochromatic due to snow. That was the first snowfall we…

Seychelles is a place which has something to offer to all kind of travelers. Whether you wish to just stroll along the sparkly white sands or snorkel/dive into glitzy ocean to explore the straggling coral reefs, whether you choose to spend a day relaxing amidst the splendour of your luxurious…

Dining on the beach under the starlit night sky with your soul mate/better half might have been on the bucket list for many of us. The sound of the first wave of the rising tide crashing on the pebbly beaches, the rustling of leaves in the wooded steep caused by…

“I found a love for me….Darling just dive right in…And follow my lead…-Ed Sheeran”  The song that played while we walked down the isle hand in hand on the dreamy beaches of Seychelles. Months of research, hard work, planning and lying(because it was a surprise) got us to this day. The…