As the time for my son’s visit home drew close, I started making plans, gloating on the three weeks we would be spending together. He usually has his own list of favorite places to visit and we both enjoy historical sites, art and culture-related outings and of course, the zoo. As soon as he arrived, we got the calendar out and wisely started scheduling what we wanted to do. You know how the days fly by when one’s on vacation.…
These days I feel like a bit of a travel agent. Seriously. It seems like I am constantly browsing travel sites, looking for the best deals, waiting on them to get…
Air travel is often the best way to get around, especially if you are planning a trip to another country or region, what with so many options and affordable fares. I…
When my son was home for summer earlier this year, one of our outings was to the Zoo—the Bannerghatta Biological Park in Bangalore. We love visiting the zoo and thoroughly enjoy…
During our trip to Kasauli in Himachal Pradesh a few weeks ago, we visited the Menri Monastery, or Yung Drung Ling in Dolanji, Solan. Long story how we got there. We…
As May approaches, I am feeling really excited for a number of reasons, and the one that tops the list is my son coming home for the summer. Of course he…
I admit traveling is a passion for me, but for some people I know, it is a hectic experience. The thing that makes it even worse for them is when the…
There is something to be said about having a cab waiting for you when you arrive at an airport. And it is so easy to get used to this luxury. Last night,…
‘Adventure awaits’ That phrase sends a tingle up my spine. And if you spend any time on social media (d’uh!) you must have seen it popping up with a few ads,…
“What is this life if, full of care, We have no time to stand and stare.” I learned that poem by W.H.Davies in school and loved it. For some reason it…
