The Indian Mountain Railways were built during the British Raj and continue to be objects of adoration. It is indeed a pleasure riding these ‘toy trains’, as they are popularly called. Views of mist-shrouded mountains thickly covered with tea plantations make the rides even more enjoyable, and it’s something you should definitely put on your …
Explore The Popular Lakes in Kodaikanal With Family
A hill station on the slopes of Palani Hills, Kodaikanal is one of the most popular holiday destinations in India. When a place’s name literally means ‘The Gift of the Forest’, you can imagine how vast and beautiful nature’s bounty is. With beautiful weather, mist-covered valleys, and beautiful lakes in Kodaikanal, the place often seems …
Chitkul Road Trip: A Journey to the Last Indian Village – Harstuff Travel
After doing regular treks every month, I was planning to do a road trip since quite a long time. There were two reasons why I was planning a road trip, first- I wanted a relaxing trip and second- I wanted to try new techniques in photography. I made a list of few places including Great …
7 Breathtaking landscapes in India to explore with your family
Surreal is perhaps one way to describe India’s bountiful landscapes. From mountains to plains and deserts to beaches, India has it all. Put all these together, and you have all kinds of holiday destinations in India that can appeal to every traveller. Here are seven breathtaking locations in India that you can explore while on …
Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek – A Weekend Trek with grand views – Part 2
Haven’t read the part 1 of Deoariatal Chandrashila Trek: Read Here Day 2: The alarm rang and we woke up at 5. We quickly got ready with our camera and started waiting for the first light. The guide was right about the sky as it was clear and Chaukhamba was visible. We waited for the …
Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek – A weekend trek with grand views
Usually, there are treks on which you begin with normal views and the views start getting better as you move further. There are also few treks that excite you from the very first day of the trek and the excitement remains the same till the end. One such trek is Deoriatal Chandrashila. It is one …
Top 5 Monsoon Destinations in Karnataka for Family Vacations
Karnataka is known for archaeological delights in Hampi, architectural splendour in Mysuru and unlimited greenery in Kodagu or Coorg. From bustling cities and pristine beaches to quiet hill stations, you’ll find everything in this verdant state that is known for its popular holiday destinations. So, if you’re planning your next family vacation, here’s a list …
5 Traditional Karnataka Festivals You Need to Experience in Coorg
India is known for celebrating every festival with as much fervour and joy as possible. But, the quaint hill station of Coorg celebrates these festivals in their own unique way. Right from religious occasions like Mahashivratri to marking the onset of harvest season, here’s a look at how 5 festivals are celebrated in Coorg: 1. …
Its Now or Never – SAVE ENVIRONMENT
We all know very well that at which point we are standing and where we are heading to. Now the time has come that we cannot ignore that environment needs our attention. In the name of development, we are causing vandalization to the environment and disturbing the mother nature. The cities were already suffering due …
Best Time to Visit Wayanad in Kerala for a Family Vacation
Wayanad is a beautiful hill station in the Western Ghats of Kerala. Winding roads, dense foliage, an aura of romanticism, and abundant wildlife—there is a lot to explore at Wayanad. The best way to soak up all its offerings is when the weather is fantastic, the best time to visit Wayanad is between October and …