Tag: vacation
Holi food traditions – a riot of colours on the table
Holi – that wonderful festival that conjures up images of rang, bhaang, gulal, abeer, and water pichkaris. It also reminds one of the childhood...
The February Digest: a huge leap in the leap year
Dear readers,
It's the leap year with February having an extra day. For those constantly on the go and those who love to travel, an...
White winters in Himachal? Stuff dreams are made of
It is that time of the year when the pleasant February air BECKONS travellers who enjoy winter breaks much more than the summer ones....
What’s a trip to Lucknow without buying its famed Chikankari outfits?
Yes, right! What’s a trip to Lucknow without looking into its culture through its most famous embroidery work - Chikankari? This gorgeous thread work has...
Bucket list for 2020: 5 offbeat must-visit spots in India
Here's how India would truly BECKON in 2020! You could start making your bucket list but before you do that, we would like to...
Suzhou in China – the Venice of the East
Just a short train journey away from Shanghai, Suzhou is a city that is popular with tourists and it has many gardens to visit....
Tips on making your business travel more interesting
Don't go by the headline of the article. That's just to catch eyeballs. But the article is more interesting because it shows you ways...
Poetry, Alibaug, and adventure
Alibaug (Arunima Takiar, 2019)
Cracked seashells,
your pointed edges
lucidly reveal
intact sand grains
wrapping fervently
around your body parts,
twisted in
unfamiliar time zones
fast-forwarded
from a past
of splinters
that defied
permanence,
trodden by
unknowing feet
on happy...
Alwar – steeped in rich culture and heritage
Located in the western state of Rajasthan, Alwar is a small city that is rich in culture and is often visited by domestic and...
Magical Mathraki
There is a tiny island in the Ionian Sea where time stands still. Home to just 30 people, four taverns and one hotel, this...
10 offbeat must-visit spots in India
Touristy places are incredibly convenient as they boast infrastructure and amenities for the comfort of visitors. But if you are someone who prefers to...
The magnificent splendor of Rajasthani stepwells
A land of many cultures, several factors over the centuries have influenced the architecture of India. From the artisans who came to the country...
Rich heritage is at every corner of Bihar
Bihar is not always the first place that comes to mind when planning a vacation unless you want to cover the religious circuits. However,...
Experience Christmas cheer in New York
Christmas holidays are some of the best, what with lights illuminating the night sky and festive cheer all around. If you are headed to...
Canada: unspoiled beauty and vibrant culture
A bracing climate, untouched wilderness, and cities with a thriving art and culture scene – Canada offers the intrepid explorer a wealth of attractions....
