The North beckons! Posted on July 7, 2010 It’s been a while since I headed North. A few years in fact. I still have some vivid memories skiing down the lovely while slopes of Auli. And roaming around the gallis of Dharamasala in search of the perfect momo and of course visiting the Indian abode of HH The Dalai Lama. It’s time to go back! This time I head towards Manali and will make my way towards Leh, all depending on the road conditions. There have already been a lot of reports about the excessive rain and snowfall this time around. But then, that’s the fun of travel and adventure. Some amount of unpredictability – the plans are all well laid but we don’t quite know what will happen until we get there! The travel will extend towards the end of July and I will try and keep my twitter updated wherever I have signal. But I intend to fully enjoy a signal free life 🙂 Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Print (Opens in new window) Print India & Around Living Sports & Adventure Travel
Racing Buffalos, fried fish and loads of slush! Posted on December 21, 2006December 21, 2006 Where on earth can you witness hefty buffalos running 100 metres through mud and slush in under 14 seconds? The answer folks is a few hundred kilometers away from the city in Mangalore during the Kadri Kambala festival! And that’s where three of us – Venkatesh, Sandeep and I headed… Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Print (Opens in new window) Print Read More
Anita Recommends Winter destination: Manali for romance and adventure Posted on January 20, 2016January 20, 2016 It’s been years but I have some nice memories of the town of Manali. I first landed there maybe 10 years ago for a trek and spent a few days hungrily drinking in the fresh crisp air (after the city, you can imagine the feeling). And then, in 2011, Manali… Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Print (Opens in new window) Print Read More
Let’s catch a plane… to Spain! Posted on January 16, 2004 I was chatting with my sister, thousands of miles away, when she excitedly says to me: “Let’s go somewhere!” She’s quite a travel bug and I was pretty caught up with her enthusiasm. “You know these guys from work are going to Spain for 160 pounds only,” she continues. Sis… Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Print (Opens in new window) Print Read More
That is the most beautiful adventure in Leh. I biked around Leh 2 years ago – the best adventure ever, my blog’s header image says it all. If you haven’t decided a place to stay in Leh, I can suggest shanti guest house, a lovely hotel 1.5 kms from main market, away from the hustle and bustle of this small town.. Rs300/- day and wonderful hosts. http://www.bcmtouring.com/forum/hotels-guest-houses-jammu-kashmir-ladakh-f48/shanti-guest-house-leh-t11674/ Reply
I was in Delhi this morning and was watching news of Punjab, Manali and other areas being cut off due to heavy rains… Hope the situation improves by the time you reach Reply
I have been hoping to make a trip to Leh for long… Have a wonderful, fun-filled, adventurous and safe trip! Reply
thanks keshav! we stayed in oriental guest house this time but i’ll keep this for reference! sounds like a nice homely place! @ srinidhi: we lost a day due to a road block (landslide) but once we crossed that it was all okay! @ aathira: you should! memorable place indeed! @ shanker: hope you take it soon! Reply