Casa Da Morada, Panjim, Goa
It is a fascinating experience to live in the heart of history and dive into the legendary tales with stalwarts of old times. Aloo Gomes and his wife are one of those couples who are extremely fervent to open their warm house and its archaic background to discerning travelers. Located close to the Panjim canal […]
Discovering local-ness in India
Check Out from Hotels and Resorts The last half a decade has seen some radical changes in the notion of travel in India. While backpacking, single travel, ethically motivated travel and other such concepts have gained momentum with a wide audience, a much needed concept has brewed slowly but surely in some states of our […]
Travelopod Blogs
Travelopod is an India and US based travel company which specializes in customized holidays across the world. I manage the blog for the site, which is more like a common repertoire of valuable information – something that helps people build travel plans, share angst about a sore incident, helpful information and a list ‘must dos’ […]
The Only Olive, Goa
A pleasant relief from the clamoury tourist areas of Goa, the Aldona village is tucked away on the lush green banks of Mapusa River. A great idea to drift away from the stereotypical itinerary when visiting Goa, Aldona is perfect to absorb the village life. Having lived outside of Goa for many years, Adrian’s desire […]
Woodside Retreat, Pangot
The unassuming and tranquil village of Pangot got Tykee and Rahul’s attention over ten years ago, when they built their oak-wood facing house off the hardly motorable road to Ramnagar. Passionate about working for the interest of the community in Pangot, it was a natural choice for Tykee to build the home close to […]
The Homestead, Ramnagar
‘Hospitality’ is a pale word to use in reference to the warmth extended by Bunny and Amu in their sprawling farm bordering the Corbett National Park. One secretly hopes the light-hearted suggestion of adopting many visitors in the house, to be true, for one to get completely spoiled in the hosts’ fantastic company. […]
Emerald Trail, Bhimtaal
It is absolutely worth the arduous climb from Bhimtaal, to reach the edge of the oak forest beyond Jangali Gaon. Bordering the tall oaks stands ‘Emerald Trail’, an exquisite cottage on the highest edge of the village. The first to encounter both the chilly breeze and the warm sun of winter, the cottage […]
Birds’ Nest Cottage, Pangot
In the midst of the oak clad Shivaliks, Choudhary Dhir Singh and Saroj’s home, the Birds’ Nest Cottage, is a perfect retreat for a languid holiday. Overlooking the Ramnagar, Kashipur and Corbett National Park, the orange skies quickly light up with stars in the winter evenings. A breathtaking view from all the seven cottages […]
Mountain Quail Camp,Pangot
Isolated from the regular touristy clamour of Nainital, Pangot is a refreshing change for those who are looking for some serenity. The Kilbury Road from Nainital leads up to the alluring hills of Pangot from where a spectacular view of the Garhwal range and the valleys of Ramnagar, Kashipur & parts of Corbett […]
The Garden Valley, Niglahat
Tucked below the oak trees of Niglahat, Garden Valley is an idyllic place to submerge oneself in the various shades of green. Facing the reserve forest on the mountain in front, this white and green ‘erstwhile village cottage’ has been restored beautifully. A short drive away from Nainital, this is one place which many might […]
The Cottage, Jeolikot
As a little girl studying in one of the oldest convent schools of India, Mrs. Bhuvan Kumari always dreamt of having her very own little white walled cottage with a red tin roof, in the valley of Jeolikot. She passionately reminisces about her scouting for the 200-700 years old typical Kumaon wood carved doors and […]
Haldua Farms, Ramnagar
Named after the forest barrier for precise co-ordinates, Haldua Farms is stands on 4 acres of farm land off the main road from Kashipur to Ramnagar. Only about 15 kilometres from the Corbett National Park, Jaggi & Guddi have made the farm their home for the past 40 years. Away from the clamour of […]