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Nature in the lap of Luxury: Primrose Villas, Chikmagalur

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on February 10, 2018July 21, 2018

Chikmagalur is known for its pleasant climate, serene coffee estates and lush green mountains. Primrose Villas set within a 600-acre coffee plantation offers the best of nature and luxury.

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Ski packages & Ski gear for Gulmarg, Kashmir

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on January 12, 2018March 1, 2020

Thinking of family adventure holiday this winter? How about skiing in India? Read about ski packages and ski gear for Gulmarg, Kashmir.

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Jodhpur sightseeing, places to visit in jodhpur, places to see in jodhpur, jodhpur tourist places, places to visit in jodhpur in two days, what to do in jodhpur
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‘All is not Blue’: Places to visit in Jodhpur, my favourite city in Rajasthan

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on December 16, 2017January 20, 2019

One of my favourite cities – Jodhpur with the majestic Mehrangarh Fort, other examples of architecture, spicy local food and friendly vibes – is a must-do on any itinerary to Rajasthan. 

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Jaisalmer: Places to visit in this charming desert citadel in Rajasthan

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on November 26, 2017September 13, 2020

It is difficult not to be charmed by the desert citadel, that is Jaisalmer. This is the last outpost on the western border of Rajasthan. Visit its fabulous Fort, see the Havelis in the old town, spend a night in the Thar Desert.

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Luxury resorts near Bangalore: Perfect for a family weekend getaway

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  • Posted on November 12, 2017June 28, 2020

To take a break from the urban chaos of Bangalore for a short trip, drive to Coorg – also known as the Coffee Cup of India. Read about my top 3 recommended Luxury resorts for a family vacation there.

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Mumbai weekend getaways: Comfort trips to escape the city

  • by Ruchi Khemka
  • Posted on September 16, 2017June 28, 2020

Hit the beach, go wine tasting, stay in a fort, experience a treehouse – some comfortable getaway ideas from Mumbai.

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Many of you DMed me about the details of last week Many of you DMed me about the details of last week’s #roadtrip to #uttarakhand. 
With travel within India unlocked mostly, there was no trouble driving to the hills, or finding eating joints / clean restrooms en route. 
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While we practised safety measures - masks on when we went to a local store, kept our physical distance from others and washed hands regularly- it was such a relief to be outdoors breathing in the fresh air, looking at great views and forgetting a bit about how unpredictable 2020 has been.
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Highly recommend Casa Sara, the bungalow we stayed at in Sitla #mukteshar. 
You can look and book on vista rooms. 3 large bedrooms. Modern bathrooms. An equipped kitchen with the caretaker family staying at the property. But what I loved most about this place was the large garden and the deck.
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Can you hear the chirping birds in the video I shot from the garden. I spent most of the daytime here, soaking in the sun ☀️ and the views, just 💓 the scenery and the peace right at the doorstep! And the star gazing... OMG!
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Happy to respond to any Qs that you may have.
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This is how #mukteshwar greeted us when we reached This is how #mukteshwar greeted us when we reached here. It would be fun to explore some of the cafes on the main road. 
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Although I suspect we wouldn’t step out of the lovely home we are staying at in Sitla, barring for a trek through the forest, at all. But swipe and look at the view from the garden. Can you blame me for lounging here all day?
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How to spend a perfect day in the hills! . I recom How to spend a perfect day in the hills!
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I recommend exploring a cozy mountain cafe and stuffing yourself silly. Then going for a trek to burn it off. What say?
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I can’t tell you how liberating it feels to mana I can’t tell you how liberating it feels to manage a #roadtrip to the hills ⛰. #Travelagain after 7 months!! 
And despite online school today morning from the hills, my daughter is delighted.
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This viewpoint seen here is within the property where we are staying at Gethia. We enjoyed a high tea ☕️ (swipe to see photos from yesterday evening). And then saw the sky and hills slowly turn dark.
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So would you prefer your morning cuppa with the blue sky, or a drink 🥃 with the warm #sunsetsky? 
1,3 or 4? Let me know in the comments below.
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What I want to do is not continue this #throwback🔙 family travel series, and actually travel with my family! 
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Oh well, it’s quite possible to do a short getaway / road trip within the country and I am keeping my fingers crossed that it happens soon for us 🤞! 
The more ambitious and the ones who can take more time off should look into all the travel bubbles being formed between countries / regions and plan something for autumn or winter.
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Back to the throwback series. I can’t say that is hard reminiscing about Croatia. Don’t start me gushing off on all the good times we had there. Here is a peak.
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1: Me on top of mountain Hum (island of #vis)
2 & 3: There is a reason why #plitvicelakesnationalpark is one the most visited sites in Croatia
4 & 5: We had the best of times in #hvarisland. I would go back there in a jiffy 
6,7,8: I needn’t tell the #gotfans what it is to walk the walls in Dubrovnik and Ston.
9: Kayaking around the island of #lokrum taking in the view of Dubrovnik
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I am exploring cycling 🚴‍♀️ with friends I am exploring cycling 🚴‍♀️ with friends to get some outdoor exercise done in the new normal. And I would love to start a series on how I have managed to combine some adventure on family trips.
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This #familytravel to #jaisalmer many years ago was one such amazing combo - family fun, cycling, sand boarding, sightseeing. Although no trip to Jaisalmer is complete without the spectacular Jaisalmer Fort or the havelis in the city, and we covered those during our trip, here is a peak to beyond the main city. 
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I have selected a few of my favourite shots from #badabagh, a royal 👑 cenotaph and the expansive #thardesert. Don’t miss the windmills in the end. 
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So, how are you thinking of travel - add some outdoor fun?
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