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One day in Florence: A feast for the eyes

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on February 16, 2019September 21, 2023

Florence is an open air museum. Perfect for strolling around the narrow cobbled streets and taking in the stunning sights. I give you a Florence one day itinerary that I took to explore this enchanting city on foot with my family.

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4 days in Rome: Journey into the vivid cultural past

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on June 30, 2018September 20, 2023

Our 4 days in Rome passed by in a whiz! Taking in one of the 7 new wonders, visiting the world’s finest museums, eating good food, exploring the fabulous piazzas, Rome is truly a delight for the culturally inclined. See my 4-day Rome Itinerary for more.

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Berlin with kids: A 4-day itinerary for a family city break

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on November 19, 2017October 1, 2023

Berlin attractions are a good mix of history, culture and art. Here is a detailed 4-day Berlin itinerary to explore this city for families with kids.

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A quick stopover in Zagreb: What to do in one day

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on July 27, 2017September 24, 2023

Zagreb is nothing like the medieval towns of Split and Dubrovnik, and yet, warrants a day or two. There is interesting architecture, small museums, good restaurants and beautiful parks to be enjoyed.

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Hi! I am Shweta, the zest of this blog :-).

I have always been passionate about travel and immersing in new experiences. Having been to over 40 countries, the idea behind this blog is to bring family-friendly itineraries and tips, destinations, and luxury stays to the readers. My belief is that family travel needn’t be boring and one can do a mix of local culture & food, adventure activities and relaxation, all with family.

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Vietnam on my mind today. . . . #vietnam🇻🇳 Vietnam on my mind today. 
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#indiantravelblogger #travelbloggerindia #gofurther #familytravel #traveltogether #familytimes #familyblogger #indianmoms #travelmama #outdoorfamilies #activefamily #travelwithkids #kidstravel #familyblog #indiantraveller
Strokkur is the show stopper at Geysir geothermal Strokkur is the show stopper at Geysir geothermal area, one of the top attractions on the Golden Circle route in Iceland.
This geyser erupts every 6-10 minutes so got to keep your cameras 📸 ready!
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For this + all other Golden Circle attractions, head to my blog. I published a fresh blogpost on this. Link in bio.
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#strokkur #strokkurgeyser #geysiriceland #geysir #geysirgeothermalarea #geyser 
#icelandtravel #icelandtrip #icelandicnature  #icelandadventure #icelandroadtrip #Icelandlove #icelandexplored #icelandiclandscape #icelandphoto #icelandnature 
#icelandphotography #icelandicadventure #icelandicsummer 
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I am watching Game of Thrones series again. It was I am watching Game of Thrones series again. It was incredible viewing the first time, even after reading the books. Thinking back to all the #gotlocations I have been to on our trips.
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None as instantly recognisable as the King’s Landing. And this includes the many #gameofthrone locations in Iceland this summer.
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Walking the walls in #dubrovnik instantly transports you back. Can you recognise the #walkofshame location in Dubrovnik from this photo series?
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#indiantravelblogger #travelbloggerindia #gofurther #familytravel #familytimes #familyblogger #indianmoms #travelmama #outdoorfamilies #activefamily #travelwithkids #kidstravel #familyblog 
#gotfans #got #gameofthrones #croatiafulloflife #croatia🇭🇷 #croatia_photography #croatiatravel #croatiatrip #dubrovnik🇭🇷 #kingslanding #dubrovnic #dubrovnikcroatia #dubrovnikoldtown
Sri Lanka on my mind today. The country is past th Sri Lanka on my mind today.
The country is past the chaos and riots against government it faced in 2022. Tourism is back. The best time to visit is from October to March.
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I just published a post on some of the National Parks in Sri Lanka. Link in Bio.
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Plus updated content on posts related to Cultural Triangle, Best Places to visit, 10-day itinerary. 
For a country this compact, Sri Lanka offers a diverse set of experiences. 
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Photo from elephant sighting at #kaudullanationalpark.
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#srilankatravel #srilanka🇱🇰 #nationalparkssrilanka #wildlifephoto #wildlifelovers 
#srilankatrip #srilankatourism 
#wildlifesafari #srilanka_travel 
#srilankatravels 
#indiantravelblogger #travelbloggerindia #gofurther #familytravel #traveltogether #familytimes #familyblogger #indianmoms #travelmama #outdoorfamilies #activefamily #travelwithkids #kidstravel #familyblog #indiantraveller
This post is to tell you about myself. So here goe This post is to tell you about myself. So here goes in 10 neat points, something about myself.

- I have been to over 45+ countries, mostly with my family, a few on corporate trips.
- My immediate family, also my travel 🧳 companions are my husband and my pre-teen daughter. 
- We never planned our family trips around our child, rather she was expected to get on board with wherever we were going. She loves exploring new places, and now enjoys hiking as well.
- Back to me. I am a corporate executive, not a full time traveler. But my passion to experience new regions, activities, food never dulls.
- I plan the itineraries on our family trips. I focus more on what activities to do, what sights to visit. My husband loves comfortable-to-fabulous hotels 🏨 and food 🥘 , so researching on hotels and restaurants (and bars!) is his zone.
- I love trying out adventure activities. I am a certified scuba diver 🐠 . And have tried skiing, rappelling, sky diving, rock climbing. I try and do a couple of dives if my family holiday includes proximity to ocean.
- I have a preference for vegetarian food though I do eat meat and fish. I love fresh fish dishes.
- Tequila is my favourite drink 🍹 though I enjoy whiskey and wine as well. A well-made margarita never fails to make me happy 😃 
- I enjoy reading 📖 , but have moved from being a voracious reader a few years ago, to picking a new book once every couple of months. The increase in travel writing for my blog somehow had a linear negative correlation with reading.
- I am based in india.

I would love to know more about you. Do comment.
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#horseshoebend #visitarizona 
#explorepage #adventuretraveller #adventuretraveler 
#indiantravelblogger #travelbloggerindia #gofurther #familytravel #traveltogether #familytimes #familyblogger #indianmoms #travelmama #outdoorfamilies #activefamily #travelwithkids #kidstravel #familyblog #indiantraveller
Helicopter tours are ridiculously expensive, and I Helicopter tours are ridiculously expensive, and I have taken only a couple during my trips. But as you soar high, what a view! And when it’s topography like #reunión island, so worth it!
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Heavy rainfall our our planned hike in the area around #pitondelafournaise, one of the most active volcanoes 🌋. But check out the views of this volcano and the caldera.
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The last 3 photos are the fantastic #cirques at Reunion. 
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Have you taken a plane or helicopter tour? Iceland? Hawaii? New Zealand? Anywhere?
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#helicopterride #aerialview #helicopterrides #reunionisland🌴 #reunionisland #reuniontourisme #reunion❤️ #pitondelafournaise🌋 #cirquecilaos #aerialphotography #aerialviews #aerialviewphotograph 
#indiantravelblogger #travelbloggerindia #gofurther #familytravel #traveltogether #familytimes #familyblogger #indianmoms #travelmama #outdoorfamilies #activefamily #travelwithkids #kidstravel #familyblog
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Vietnam on my mind today. . . . #vietnam🇻🇳 Vietnam on my mind today. 
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.
#vietnam🇻🇳 #việtnam #vietnamtravel #vietnamtrip #vietnamcharm #vietnamtravels  #đànẵng #danangvietnam🇻🇳 #danangvietnam #danangtravel #cyclingpics #vietnamcycling #vietnamcyclingtours 

#indiantravelblogger #travelbloggerindia #gofurther #familytravel #traveltogether #familytimes #familyblogger #indianmoms #travelmama #outdoorfamilies #activefamily #travelwithkids #kidstravel #familyblog #indiantraveller
Strokkur is the show stopper at Geysir geothermal Strokkur is the show stopper at Geysir geothermal area, one of the top attractions on the Golden Circle route in Iceland.
This geyser erupts every 6-10 minutes so got to keep your cameras 📸 ready!
.
.
For this + all other Golden Circle attractions, head to my blog. I published a fresh blogpost on this. Link in bio.
.
.
#strokkur #strokkurgeyser #geysiriceland #geysir #geysirgeothermalarea #geyser 
#icelandtravel #icelandtrip #icelandicnature  #icelandadventure #icelandroadtrip #Icelandlove #icelandexplored #icelandiclandscape #icelandphoto #icelandnature 
#icelandphotography #icelandicadventure #icelandicsummer 
#indiantravelblogger #travelbloggerindia #gofurther #familytravel #familytimes #familyblogger #indianmoms #travelmama #outdoorfamilies #activefamily #travelwithkids
I am watching Game of Thrones series again. It was I am watching Game of Thrones series again. It was incredible viewing the first time, even after reading the books. Thinking back to all the #gotlocations I have been to on our trips.
.
.
None as instantly recognisable as the King’s Landing. And this includes the many #gameofthrone locations in Iceland this summer.
.
.
Walking the walls in #dubrovnik instantly transports you back. Can you recognise the #walkofshame location in Dubrovnik from this photo series?
.
.
.

#indiantravelblogger #travelbloggerindia #gofurther #familytravel #familytimes #familyblogger #indianmoms #travelmama #outdoorfamilies #activefamily #travelwithkids #kidstravel #familyblog 
#gotfans #got #gameofthrones #croatiafulloflife #croatia🇭🇷 #croatia_photography #croatiatravel #croatiatrip #dubrovnik🇭🇷 #kingslanding #dubrovnic #dubrovnikcroatia #dubrovnikoldtown
Sri Lanka on my mind today. The country is past th Sri Lanka on my mind today.
The country is past the chaos and riots against government it faced in 2022. Tourism is back. The best time to visit is from October to March.
.
I just published a post on some of the National Parks in Sri Lanka. Link in Bio.
.
Plus updated content on posts related to Cultural Triangle, Best Places to visit, 10-day itinerary. 
For a country this compact, Sri Lanka offers a diverse set of experiences. 
.
.
Photo from elephant sighting at #kaudullanationalpark.
.
.
.
#srilankatravel #srilanka🇱🇰 #nationalparkssrilanka #wildlifephoto #wildlifelovers 
#srilankatrip #srilankatourism 
#wildlifesafari #srilanka_travel 
#srilankatravels 
#indiantravelblogger #travelbloggerindia #gofurther #familytravel #traveltogether #familytimes #familyblogger #indianmoms #travelmama #outdoorfamilies #activefamily #travelwithkids #kidstravel #familyblog #indiantraveller
This post is to tell you about myself. So here goe This post is to tell you about myself. So here goes in 10 neat points, something about myself.

- I have been to over 45+ countries, mostly with my family, a few on corporate trips.
- My immediate family, also my travel 🧳 companions are my husband and my pre-teen daughter. 
- We never planned our family trips around our child, rather she was expected to get on board with wherever we were going. She loves exploring new places, and now enjoys hiking as well.
- Back to me. I am a corporate executive, not a full time traveler. But my passion to experience new regions, activities, food never dulls.
- I plan the itineraries on our family trips. I focus more on what activities to do, what sights to visit. My husband loves comfortable-to-fabulous hotels 🏨 and food 🥘 , so researching on hotels and restaurants (and bars!) is his zone.
- I love trying out adventure activities. I am a certified scuba diver 🐠 . And have tried skiing, rappelling, sky diving, rock climbing. I try and do a couple of dives if my family holiday includes proximity to ocean.
- I have a preference for vegetarian food though I do eat meat and fish. I love fresh fish dishes.
- Tequila is my favourite drink 🍹 though I enjoy whiskey and wine as well. A well-made margarita never fails to make me happy 😃 
- I enjoy reading 📖 , but have moved from being a voracious reader a few years ago, to picking a new book once every couple of months. The increase in travel writing for my blog somehow had a linear negative correlation with reading.
- I am based in india.

I would love to know more about you. Do comment.
.
.
.
#horseshoebend #visitarizona 
#explorepage #adventuretraveller #adventuretraveler 
#indiantravelblogger #travelbloggerindia #gofurther #familytravel #traveltogether #familytimes #familyblogger #indianmoms #travelmama #outdoorfamilies #activefamily #travelwithkids #kidstravel #familyblog #indiantraveller
Helicopter tours are ridiculously expensive, and I Helicopter tours are ridiculously expensive, and I have taken only a couple during my trips. But as you soar high, what a view! And when it’s topography like #reunión island, so worth it!
.
.
Heavy rainfall our our planned hike in the area around #pitondelafournaise, one of the most active volcanoes 🌋. But check out the views of this volcano and the caldera.
.
.
The last 3 photos are the fantastic #cirques at Reunion. 
.
.
Have you taken a plane or helicopter tour? Iceland? Hawaii? New Zealand? Anywhere?
.
.
.
#helicopterride #aerialview #helicopterrides #reunionisland🌴 #reunionisland #reuniontourisme #reunion❤️ #pitondelafournaise🌋 #cirquecilaos #aerialphotography #aerialviews #aerialviewphotograph 
#indiantravelblogger #travelbloggerindia #gofurther #familytravel #traveltogether #familytimes #familyblogger #indianmoms #travelmama #outdoorfamilies #activefamily #travelwithkids #kidstravel #familyblog
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