A book makes for a good companion. When you are on a long journey, passing the time between meetings, enjoying a morning beverage, or curled up inside the bed, they are forever by your side. Books play different roles too. Based on your needs, they become your friend, […]
Unexplored, untouched, and non-touristy!. These are adjectives often used to describe a journey through Kerala’s north. While all that is true, there is plenty more this region offers. Adventures in this part of the country promise thrills that go beyond just unearthing a hidden gem or two! The […]
In the 19th century, railways started becoming mainstream as they were considered more convenient and a faster mode of transport than their competitors. Compared to horse carriages and steamships, railways reduced the duration of the journey and made it more comfortable. The railways have been supporting the growth […]
There is a surreal calm that you find in being close to nature. Think fresh air, open surroundings, and access to varied flora and fauna. While being so close to nature does require being more sensitive to the environment, the experience, on the whole, doesn’t have to be […]
Amongst Delhi’s unmissable historical monuments, Qutub Minar has astounded locals and tourists alike for decades with its imposing height and unique features. Over the years, the entire Qutub Complex was improved and transformed into a stunning heritage site that shines a much-needed spotlight on Delhi’s fascinating architectural past. […]
On our way to Landour, during this past summer vacation, we stopped in Mussoorie for a few hours. The primary reason for this break was to visit the famous Cambridge Book Depot. Cambridge Book Depot is a local institution. It might seem like any other bookshop from the […]
I’ve always believed that it’s the people that make a place. Their character, eccentricities, and attitude add a whole new dimension to the aura that then reflects on those visiting an area. But my nature is such that I tend to think ten times before approaching anyone. Whether […]
I’ve never been one for staycations or even weekend getaways. The minimum it typically takes to get my bum off is a promise of a relaxing extended three to four-day holiday to a place we can reach in about four to five hours. However, with kids getting older, […]
In continuation to my previous post – Making It A Better Place – My Visit To An Animal Sanctuary – I felt it would only be apt to ask my school friend Rasika to talk about the issue of animal cruelty and what we can do about it, […]
I expected something different. In my mind, Delhi Club House would have had a drab looking space, full of vintage furniture which was placed to suggest the good ol’ days. Pictures would adore the walls, photographs of the various clubs from around the country from where Marut Sikka […]
Sometimes I wonder if my mental techniques of remembering places I’ve visited are a little weird. I usually recollect moments by the books I bought or movie theatres I attended. Sometimes, it’s about the people – strangers even – that I encountered for a few minutes or restaurants […]
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With a modern chic décor comprising of soothing whites and grays, comfortable padded seating, and cool gentle lighting, it’s easy to mistake Sublym, at first glance, for a club. Motorized blinds that create a partition between tables, furniture and lights that are classy, and music at a conversational […]
In the middle of Navratras and the week and on a day when India had just lost a semi-final game in the cricket World Cup, I expected people to be home. My expectation proved to be true as I entered Zaffran with my family to find it completely […]
Ever so often I’ll return to a restaurant I like and find something new or exciting that I haven’t covered in my review. It becomes quite a task to redo a review every time I visit a place and I save that only if there’s a marked increase […]
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