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Imtiaz Ali is known for making films with good stories, backdrops and locations. He proved again with his film Highway…

Several Bollywood movies have showcased the cultural and architectural heritage of India on the big screen. Here are our favourites:…

The festivals of the world are a good reason to globe trot. Here’s a list of the world’s top festivals…

Many cities are famous for their landmarks, but in Bollywood, filmmakers have their own unique way to view major cities….

Winter is almost upon us, but before the chilly winds pick up, nature as wonderful as it is, goes through…

The Caribbean has long been the go-to destination for all kinds of travellers and holidayers. Be it the sun, the…

With the mercury soaring high, you must have already started looking for relief from the scorching heat of the summer….

When the mundane routines of daily life begin to frustrate you, you can escape to these lovely beaches in India…

Travelling to the nature’s lap in Jharkhand can be an enduring experience for you, as you get to witness the…

Just as its culture, India’s landscape is also as diverse. A land of contrast, and blessed with breath-taking natural wonders,…

College days are the best phase in the lives of most people, and among them, college fests are often the…

Little did I know I was going to visit a temple, which would later be in the news over the…

Bollywood has an inextricable link with colleges, thanks to the countless college-themed films that have been made over the years….

One of the many gems of Rajasthan is a picturesque hill station, Mount Abu! Its tranquil ambiance, verdant mountains and…

It was a hot day, and I was browsing through the Facebook posts. People have such interesting lives and here…

Maharajas’ Express can be simply described in one sentence – ‘Luxury at its best’. As I entered the Rajah Club…

Ladakh is slowly becoming everyone’s favourite destination. Even Bollywood has started to feature its picturesque landscapes frequently in movies. Here…

With its plethora of amazing sights, it’s not much of a surprise that Manali, the quaint hill station located in…

It’s one of my favourite places. The breeze sprinkles with chants, prayers for the holy Ganga are done through the…

Rockstar details the life of a struggling musician who goes on to make it big. And this journey of his…

Ever wanted to visit the places that you have been reading about in mythological texts since you were a child?…

Russia is known for its chilling winters, so most people prefer to escape from here to save themselves from the…

Somehow faith can make us do unusual things. Visiting a temple is akin to finding nirvana and an instant solution…

The land from where emperors collected flowers and romanced their hearts out, Gulmarg makes for an ideal place to honeymoon….

Delhi also known as Dilli, is the National Capital Territory of India. Home to innumerable dynasties since antiquity, it evokes…

September 11 has gone down in history. But for us Indians, it’s the day when a monk from Kolkata put…

The second capital of the British Raj, Kolkata still has the remnants of the bygone era. The British invested a…

Nowadays, India is one of the premier countries when it comes to outsourcing. Aside from providing low manpower expenses, this…

It was a hot summer day and my trip to Chennai was fast coming to an end. Though I had…

While some people consider travelling to be a much needed break from their life, for others it’s a passion. Many…

Under the stars, with a spread of kebabs and beers, and someone special, it’s when time stands still and love…

Spending the winter season in Finland is an unbelievable experience that no one could ever forget. Whether the dog sledding,…

One doesn’t need a reason or season to travel to Goa and if this is during the monsoons, even better!…

Japan is an exceptionally beautiful island country located in the western North Pacific Ocean. Among its many well-known cities, Kyoto…

The only hill station in Assam, also known as ‘white ant hillock’, Haflong hill station in Assam is situated at…

Travel back in time with Asoka as it takes you back through the centuries, not just through its story, but…

Mystical and magical moments are the words that best describe my sojourn in Sikkim. Northeast India is largely unexplored and…

Ever been mesmerized by the breathtaking visuals of Varanasi? The city of devotion, divinity and sanctity is a beautiful mixture…

There are many festivals celebrated in Europe and all have a colour of their own. The essence of festivity keeps…

Bollywood loves to show off its home city. But only few films have been able to reveal the soul of…

Bengaluru, formerly known as Bangalore and nicknamed as the ‘Silicon Valley of India’ is recognised as a Gen-Z city across…

It’s not every day that you get to visit the place where a guru is born. Though, most of us…

Come summer, and we all get sick of the Delhi’s pollution and its summer heat. We all crave to breathe…

Shopping buff? Ready to shop till you drop? The Ramazan Night Bazaar around the magnificent Charminar in Hyderabad is the…

Soaking the sun on the beach, playing with snow on the mountains, Titanic pose on water boat or staying in…

Family vacation or a quick getaway with friends, are both means of an escapade from the monotony of life. I’m…

If you’re intrigued by the romance of the Raj era, you still have a chance to relive it in the…

Adventure tourism has always been appealing for hordes of travellers from across the world. South India offers hundreds of adventure…

Every day in Goa is like a carnival.  Whatever the season Goans find a perfect reason to make merry and…

Yi Peng and Loi Krathong are Buddhist festivals celebrated in Thailand on the same day in November (dates aren’t typically…

A 14th century fort dominates lush, mustard fields around it at this small, weekend getaway spot in Alwar district, about…

Move aside Bangkok, Krabi, Phuket, Pattaya and the other cousins. A new kid on the block is making waves. I…

Indian railways network is known around the globe for its commercial excellence and services. With millions of passengers and tracks…

It was the kind of blue that sparkles and lights up as the sun’s rays dance over it. The blue…

Khajuraho was an exotic time with temples, erotic sculptures, murmurs of the past, worship of Shiva and some good walks…

Heading over to Pune for a quick weekend getaway? You are in for a fabulous time as Pune offers a…

Take a trip to Tagore’s own abode, Shantiniketan in West Bengal, and visit the Poush Mela. A festival cum fair…

Phoolwalon ki Sair, also known as Sair-e-Gul Faroshan, is an annual festival with a history of more than two hundred…

Music festivals are not just a celebration of music; it’s a celebration of friendship and love! All over the world…

Kasol is a beautiful little place, tucked aside in the remote corners of Himachal Pradesh in India. Apart from the…

Every mode of transport has its own fun. In buses, the number of people travelling make up the journey rather…

Goa is and will always remain a dream destination for all Indians. No surprises then that Bollywood chooses to come…

Taj Mahal has continued to inspire many and one such event inspired by Taj Mahal is the Taj Balloon Festival….

Roaring waters, cloud-kissing mountains, deep gorges, snow-clad peaks and more; Tawang, ‘the land of Monpa’ is known for its cultural,…

Developed and modelled on the lines of the Goa beach festival, the Puri beach festival takes place on the beautiful…

It is well said that tattoos give us the freedom to express ourselves. Though a little painful, this kind of…

India has managed to embrace all forms of culture with open arms. Here we take you on a ride with…

Visiting chilly cold places in long winter months can be exciting its own ways. We all love to embrace the…

Celebrated in Pushkar in the royal state of Rajasthan, Pushkar fair is one of the most popular fairs in the…

Goa is a different India; a chilled-out and laidback place where life moves just at the pace you want. It’s…

Backpacking is every travellers dream, and when it can be done on a small budget, nothing like it! If you…

Goa delivers more than beaches for you. It has always been one of the finest shooting locations for Bollywood. Goa…

India is a land of festivals. Bastar Dushehra is one of the many festivals celebrated in Chattisgarh – the heart…

Embrace yourselves, as winter sets in. Each climatic season of the world comes in with a set of festivals that…

Thanks to technology, sound and light have become amazing tools of storytelling. They are used beautifully at some of the…

The quintessential Indian villages have often played a key role in our films. Bollywood loves to set its films in…

To explore Hampi in Karnataka is to go back in time and relive the splendour and majesty of the 500-year-old…

Canada is one of those countries which can take you by surprise with the kind of diversity it has to…

If you are an ardent fan of Indian history and you find century’s old monuments enchanting, then Gwalior is the…

It was a heavy lunch and we got talking about ghosts and premonitions. And the chat kept moving between people…

Kumaon Literary Festival (KLF) is the first travelling literary festival of the country. The first edition of the fest will…

Close to Hyderabad is Warangal which is famous for the Warangal Fort built in 12th century by Kakatiya dynasty. And…

Lavasa is India’s first and largest manmade hill station sprawling across 7 hills. Being just 65 kms from Pune and…

Perched on the western coast of Indian Peninsula, Mumbai has come to assume a larger than life image. Capital city…

There are certain aspects of life we can’t afford to miss out on, if we can actually afford them, Desert…

Travel can give you an adrenaline rush like nothing else in this world can. India’s diverse landscapes give you the…

We’ve often spoke and heard about Leh, its scenic beauty and its adventures. But little do we get to read…

There are so many beautiful places in the world, but there are only a few that would really leave a…

India is a land of diverse cultures, landscapes and climate. When it comes to celebrations, Indians are finding new ways…

Home to the mighty Mt Everest, Pin Parvati and hundreds of bewitching peaks, trekking and conquering the magnificent Himalayan Range…

It’s water and more water and more water when you’re in the island nation of Maldives. But you’ll love to…

Incredible India with its vast, unexplored geographies. Some friends were sitting and discussing all that makes up this sub-continent and…

If sunny kissed beaches and enthralling sunsets bring out the hidden poet in you, then you should definitely make a…

Ek Villain was one of those movies which stood out not just for its story but also for its visual…

As the popular Bengali saying goes “Baro Mashe Tero Parban”, which means celebrating thirteen festivals in just twelve months is…

The India Surf Festival is the biggest and most adventurous camping surf festival in the country. Started in February 2012,…

India is a land of many festivals, and the people here do justice to each one of them. There is…

Being in nature is very relaxing and meditative experience. Wisdom comes from nature. That’s why Himalaya became the land of…

Bollywood is brimming with films that extensively feature travel and kindle the adventurous spirit in viewers. Here is a list…

Boy meets girl and fall in love. This typical Bollywood plot becomes more enjoyable when the cinematography is beautiful. South…

Rajasthan is ready to sweep you again with its many colours and sights. Beginning on 20th February Jaisalmer Desert Festival…

Canada abounds in natural beauty. You can find every kind of terrain here; from mountains to rainforests to huge coastlines…

How about visiting a place where you will be close to nature and soak in history too? From Prehistoric caves,…

Ooty, also known as the ‘Queen of Hill Stations’ has inherent of old charm, natural scenery, and modern development. Established…

Tired of Mumbai traffic? Do you want to go on a vacation nearby? Fear not, just a few hours’ drive…

India, with its long history of numerous battles and wars, struggles and stories that went untold and unnoticed, has many…