“हिल स्टेशन के नाम से जाना जाने वाला इगतपुरी का वास्तव में अलग अनुभव है पर्वतीय इलाकों में बसा यह शहर सुंदरता से लबालब जगमगाता हुआ सौंदर्य है” घुमक्कड़ी को देश दुनिया और आत्ममंथन के लिए एक वरदान माना गया है। कई सालों से घुमक्कड़ी मनुष्यों के जीवन का एक अमूल्य हिस्सा रही है, और […]
Pauri Garhwal While India is home to many diverse cultures, some are more widely recognized than others. Garhwal, however, falls into the latter category and is relatively unknown to many. “Where the sky bows down in front of the Himalayas that is Devbhoomi Uttarakhand.” Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand is a term that refers to the state […]
WHAT IS A CHAI? “Chai is not just a drink, it’s a culture.” Chai, the beloved beverage of India, has captured the hearts and taste buds of people worldwide. Its rich aroma, comforting warmth, and bold flavors have become synonymous with the country’s culture and traditions. Masala chai remains a staple in most households and […]
“हिल स्टेशन के नाम से जाना जाने वाला इगतपुरी का वास्तव में अलग अनुभव है पर्वतीय इलाकों में बसा यह शहर सुंदरता से लबालब जगमगाता हुआ सौंदर्य है” घुमक्कड़ी को देश दुनिया और आत्ममंथन के लिए एक वरदान माना गया है। कई सालों से घुमक्कड़ी मनुष्यों के जीवन का एक अमूल्य हिस्सा रही है, और […]
Pauri Garhwal While India is home to many diverse cultures, some are more widely recognized than others. Garhwal, however, falls into the latter category and is relatively unknown to many. “Where the sky bows down in front of the Himalayas that is Devbhoomi Uttarakhand.” Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand is a term that refers to the state […]
WHAT IS A CHAI? “Chai is not just a drink, it’s a culture.” Chai, the beloved beverage of India, has captured the hearts and taste buds of people worldwide. Its rich aroma, comforting warmth, and bold flavors have become synonymous with the country’s culture and traditions. Masala chai remains a staple in most households and […]
On hearing the name of Bihar, strange things start coming into people’s minds. For the last few years, many rumors have been spreading about Bihar. People are tearing the land of Bihar with bribery, nudity, and don’t know how the words are, But how much truth is there in this, how much rumor is there, […]
NAGALAND is a mountainous state in northern India bordering Myanmar. It’s home to diverse indigenous tribes with festivals and markets celebrating the different tribes and cultures of Nagaland. The Nagaland state of India lies in the hills and mountains of the northeastern part of the country. It is one of the smaller states of India […]
ABOUT OOTY: Ooty, the ‘Queen of Hill Stations’ is also known as Udhagamandalam. It is the capital of the Nilgiris district as well. One of the most popular hill stations of India, it has Nilgiris, the ‘Blue Mountains, in its background. The hill town of Ooty, discovered by a British Collector, John Sullivan, was once […]
We all joke about gaining weight when we travel, but it really is important to try to stay healthy in order to better enjoy the experience. It starts while still on the plane; avoid too much alcohol and caffeine and instead opt for water. Staying hydrated will help you feel better and minimize jet lag. Once in the destination, definitely enjoy the local food but don’t go crazy and try to balance it with a healthy breakfast. Finally, most of us walk a lot when we travel so use this as your daily workout and burn off those French pastries while also enjoying the sights.
Luckily, English is a fairly common language around the world, even if it’s just a few words. But it’s also important for travelers to try to learn basic words and phrases wherever they go. If it’s a country that’s completely alien though, there are some challenges, no doubt. This is where the universal language of pointing furiously comes into play and it’s more useful than you think. Just research gestures before you go to make sure you don’t inadvertently commit a faux-pas.
If you exchange money before leaving home the rates are awful, there’s no arguing with that and there’s no need for it. Instead, get currency out from the ATM when you’ve arrived into a new country. They offer the best rates possible, just be aware of any extra fees charged by your bank. Also, be sure to use bank owned ATMs are they tend to be safer than independent machines. The same advice goes for traveler’s checks. You have to pay to get them and to use them, a senseless waste of money. Once again, ATMs are your best friend.
