The last village before the India-Tibet border, Chitkul is a paradise. Trust me, I am not overselling. We saw snowfall in April. The sky was crystal clear, the vibe was serene and the place was untouched by urban shenanigans.
Perfect Weekend Getaway From Delhi – Shimla in Winter
By Gypsy Pahadan When it comes to travel, no plan is a bad one as long as you are going places (literally). So in this three minute read you are gonna get insights into my last minute trip to Shimla that went right. One day, in a bone-chilling cold of December, I was sitting in my …
Life-changing Road Trip To Uttarakhand: Delhi to Mussoorie, 700 Km on a Scooty
We woke up to the lovely drizzling Mussoorie morning and got ready for the Nag Tibba Trek. See now, this happens when you, out of the blue, plan a backpacking trip with 6 people.
Explore The Best of Manali From a Pahadan’s Vantage Point
I am sharing a list of things that I love to do in Manali. It’s not gonna be something generic or usual (things to do) listicle but something more personal and emotional. Let’s get started
Naukuchiatal is the Best Kept Secret of Uttarakhand, 7 Hours drive from Delhi
Nestled amidst the beauty of the Himalayan wilderness, Naukuchiatal is a quaint village in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand. It is one of the hidden gems of Uttarakhand that are unblemished by urban decorum. Having said that, it definitely has some splendid hotels and homestays with 5-star amenities and a breathtaking view. I am speaking …
11 Simple Steps to Convince Your Parents to Let You Travel.
“Dekho, itna bhi eeji nahi hai Mohini ka dance.” Convincing my parents to let me travel was a recurring battle. As wise men say, great things don’t come easy, I second it completely, “No, they don’t.” I have been a late bloomer in almost every aspect of my life and travel is no different. I started …
Spilling My 7 Secrets – How I manage to Travel Every Month
Whether I am planning a budget trek or a leisure trip, I always keep an eye out for good discounts and offers on various travel apps. I thoroughly research the place, the routes, conveyance, fares, etc. I would not only have a fair idea about everything but also plan my itinerary as per my budget.
Forget Triund, Kareri Lake is the Best Weekend Trek for Beginners
Would you expect snow-clad trails in the month of April on a 10,000 ft trek? No, right? Neither did I. Kareri is hands-down my best trip so far for many reasons. It was my first full-fledged trek, I saw snow for the first time, I got to trek in the snow and most importantly, I …