Itinerary
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Andaman Islands: 7 days itinerary
Turquoise blue waters, pristine white beaches and amazing scuba and snorkelling spots – these are the images that spring to mind when you think of the Andaman Islands. Located in the east of Bay of Bengal and to the west of Andaman Sea is an archipelago of 572 islands known as the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Only a few of them are inhabited. They are divided into three districts namely Nicobar, South Andaman, and Middle and North Andaman. Tourists are permitted to only visit the latter two. South Andaman is the most touristy region of the archipelago. The islands were populated with indigenous peoples. However, they are a minority these…
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Ooty, Coonoor, Kotagiri itinerary for 5 days
Ooty or Udagamandalam (2240 metres) is a popular hill station in Nilgiri district in Tamil Nadu state of India. Around 20 kilometres south-east of Ooty is Coonoor(1850 metres). Kotagiri(1950 metres) is to the east of Ooty and to the north-east of Coonoor. Essentially, these three places form a triangle. You can visit this area completely while stationing yourself in Ooty, however, this itinerary will cover night stays at all these hill-stations. The Nilgiri district is named after the Nilgiri mountain range that exists here. Most of these places are parts of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Nilgiris used to be a densely forested…
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7 days in Spain itinerary: Madrid and Segovia
This 7 days in Spain itinerary is focused on the capital city Madrid and a historic province in Spain’s north-east, Segovia. For a quick introduction to Spain’s history, political setup and geography, click on this link and spare five minutes to read my article. Is this itinerary right for you? This itinerary is meant for history, culinary, archeology and shopping enthusiasts. Mountain lovers would find bonus joy in Segovia. There is no beach or adventure trails though. Is Segovia a province or a city? Segovia is a city in the Segovia province in the Castile y Leon autonomous community of Spain. So yes, there is a Segovia province and also…
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5 days in Abu Dhabi Itinerary
Lying at the coast of the Persian Gulf, Abu Dhabi is one among the seven emirates that form the country of United Arab Emirates(UAE). The city of Abu Dhabi, which is within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, is the capital of the country. The city of Abu Dhabi comprises of the Island of Abu Dhabi and several other islands like Reem, Yas, Saadiyat and many suburban areas on the mainland. In this article ‘5 days in Abu Dhabi itinerary’, I craft an itinerary focused mainly on Abu Dhabi city and a little bit of the experiences outside the city as well, but still within the boundaries of the Emirate of…
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Turkey off the beaten track: An itinerary for Southeast Turkey and Istanbul
In this article ‘Turkey off the beaten track’, I write an itinerary focused on Istanbul and the Fertile Crescent part of southeastern Turkey. Straddling the continents of Asia and Europe, Turkey is a country which has nurtured civilizations from millennia. Humans first settled in the Fertile Crescent region that covers parts of modern day Egypt, Iran, Lebanon, Jordan, Palestine, Israel, Iraq, Syria and Turkey. P.S – For Youtube videos please click here . Is this itinerary for offbeat Turkey right for you? This itinerary is meant for history and food enthusiasts who are interested in exploring the underrated places in Turkey. If you are interested in history, culture, archeology, ruins…
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How to plan a Leh-Ladakh itinerary — All about transportation, accommodation, AMS and permits
Ladakh is a district in the Jammu and Kashmir state of India. Leh is the largest city in Ladakh, also, the base city for a Ladakh trip. The entire region is commonly referred to as ‘Leh-Ladakh’ by tourists. All the information shared in this Leh-Ladakh itinerary post is based on our own experiences. This post will not talk about motorcycling or biking in Leh as it is not our forte and we have no personal experiences with motorcycles in Leh. Situated at an altitude of 3500 metres, Leh is surrounded by mighty mountains. There is no single spot in Leh from where the Himalayas are not visible. The Main Bazaar…
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Bhuj, White Rann and Handicraft Villages – A two days itinerary in Kutch, Gujarat
Gujarat, the westernmost state of India, is popular for its non-spicy vegetarian food, handicrafts and, the White Rann. In the Kutch district, one can find all three splendours of Gujarat. It is the westernmost part of Gujarat and shares an international border with Pakistan. Bhuj is the most important city of the region. Bhuj, along with other parts of Kutch, suffered a devastating earthquake in the year 2001. The local government, in a bid to resurrect Kutch, has since then extensively promoted all that Kutch has on offer to tourists — The Great Rann of Kutch (White Rann), the unique handicrafts of Kutch and the the place’s historical significance. Visiting…
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Tadoba National Park: How to plan a trip to Tadoba
Tadoba Andhari tiger project, popularly known as Tadoba national park, lies in the state of Maharashtra in India. It is frequented by wildlife enthusiasts who enjoy spending time in the company of wild animals. Bengal tigers are the main attraction of the national park but it also hosts Indian leopards, gaurs, chital, barking deer, bears, wild dogs, a range of rare birds and some exotic reptiles. Out of all the national parks in India, Tadoba’s tiger sighting statistic is the most favourable one. If visited during the correct time of the year it is almost impossible not to come across a tiger during the safari. Things to know before safari…
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24 hours in Hyderabad : A one day itinerary for Hyderabad city tour
Hyderabad, the capital city of the newly formed state of Telengana in India is aptly known as the ‘City of Nawabs’. 24 hours is a mere nothing to explore the luxurious footprints that the Nawabs have left. But, as the world is getting more and more developed, the schedules are becoming busier. In the rat race of climbing up that professional ladder, often people are just left with 24-hours ‘free’. If you find yourself in Hyderabad with ‘free’ 24 hours and an urge to know the city better, then read up the following list for a one day Hyderabad city tour! Please note Hyderabad has been subjected to terrorism many…
