In July 2015, a group of friends embarked on an extraordinary journey across continents, travelling from India in their vehicles. Over 57 days, they covered approximately 23,000 kms through 16 countries across Asia, Russia, and Europe, ultimately reaching their final destination in Morocco, North Africa. This remarkable expedition inspired two friends, Medha Joseph and Sujal Patwardhan, to start a new...

　　Delhi is a melting pot of various people, cultures, traditions, and cuisines. Being the national capital, Delhi also serves as the official residence for state dignitaries and government officials. Thus, state canteens and bhavans have been set up—to serve as guest houses for dignitaries from other states. 　　For the public, these bhavans have set up canteens that serve authentic cuisines,...

　　Train journeys make for some of the most memorable travel experiences. But nothing is quite as memorable as journeying on one of the world's most luxurious trains. The Maharajas' Express provides an exquisite five-star experience on wheels, taking you through some of India's most iconic royal destinations. Your journey will take you to historic cities such as Agra, home to...

　　Travelling can be a thrilling experience, but it comes with its own set of challenges—especially when it comes to keeping track of your belongings. Whether you are worried about losing your luggage, backpack, or any other essential item, luggage trackers have become a popular solution for travellers looking to keep their possessions safe. These compact and efficient tracking devices offer...

　　The countries in the middle east have been coffee drinkers for as long as coffee has been around. Bahrain, an archipelago in the Arabian Gulf, too boasts of a rich set of traditions wherein coffee plays a pivotal role in its social fabric. The country has seamlessly infused the age-old Bedouin customs of coffee consumption with modern café culture. The...

　　Let's face it: women are superhumans. They go through major physical, mental, and emotional changes across different phases of their lives, all while battling daily hurdles. In such cases, wellness becomes even more crucial for women. After all, it's not always easy undergoing and enduring these constant changes! 　　Understanding this, the hospitality industry globally caters to this segment of women...

　　For many Punjabis and Sikhs, Amritsar is synonymous with the Golden Temple. Additionally, no trip to the city is complete without the legendary kulchas, poori-chhole and Amritsari fish. 　　I have always found peace at the Golden Temple, which I believe is literally an oasis of calm within the chaos of the city. I feel blessed to have visited this holy...

　　By the middle of the last decade, I had been studying Indian butterflies for over 20 years, however, I had never observed butterflies at high altitudes in the trans-Himalayan habitat. So, in 2015, I decided to visit Ladakh to search for butterflies. 　　A review of publications on butterflies of Ladakh did not yield much information. Vadim V. Tshikolovets, an independent...

　　In the early 2000s, when a gang of 25 poachers led by Aruvi surrendered before the Cheetah squad—formed specially to catch them—they probably did not imagine that one day they would turn guardians of the very woods they stole from. However, the unique Vidiyal Pathukaapu initiative led by the forest guards of the Periyar Tiger Reserve (PTR) in Thekkady, Kerala,...

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