Most people going to Australia go to the eastern coast because that is where all the major cities are. Few people go to the west, which is exactly why I am…
10 countries offering visa on arrival for Indians
Your Indian passport is more powerful than you think. Here are 10 countries that offer visa on arrival to Indian passport holders. Thailand The land of white elephants, temples, beaches and…
Ten ways to save money while travelling
We often plan trips on tight budgets but lose our money-saving ways when on the road. Here are ten ways to save money while travelling. Use public transport: Skip the…
Seven reasons to visit Hornbill Festival
I was at the Hornbill Festival for just two of its 10 days. Yet, I found enough reasons to fall in love with it and want to return. The northeast…
The importance of a local contact
I have written earlier about the importance of a local contact when you are travelling. Much more than helping you reduce costs in a number of ways - right from…
Five things a budget traveller should be
Budget travellers not only balance the books, but also their outlook. The savings account needs to shape up, but so does one’s attitude. If you’ve always admired those who can…
How I dug out cheap air tickets
Flying and sleeping eat up the major part of any travel budget. Consequently, if you can check these costs, it's possible to bring down the cost of your travel cost by…
Greetings: Kiss, hug or shake hands?
I was quite surprised the first time I saw two grown men greeting each other with loud kisses on the cheek on a pavement in the university area of Paris.…
10 things you should always pack
When on a trip, have you had that oops-I-forgot-to-pack-that feeling? I used to have that quite frequently and learning from my mistakes, I started making a packing list before trips.…
Ten reasons to visit Pushkar Camel Fair
Rajasthan usually forms an integral part of the itineraries of most travellers visiting India. With its vibrant culture, grand palaces and forts and breathtaking sand dunes, it deserves every bit…
Why travel insurance is important
To those who did not buy travel insurance before your last trip, had an awesome time exploring new places, and came back with great experiences, I will tell you this…
Schengen visa guide for Indians
Germany has recently outsourced its visa application cell to VFS, which handles the visa process of several other countries, and it appears, the process has become simpler and faster. I…