From past few years, a number of attacks on tourists in India have developed a feeling of fear in travellers; especially women. The fear is equal in the mind of local and foreign women, but the great news is that the government has now taken some serious steps against safety issues in the capital city. […]
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Which Part of Goa is Safe?
There is nothing better than having a beach vacation in one of the most happening places of India, “Goa”! Goa is full of surprises, thrilling adventures and refreshing atmosphere to provide you warm and sunny escape from your daily routine. It is one of those locations which give you positive vibes and as you lay […]
A unique jewellery market that turns into a food street every night.
Doesn’t mater which part of the world it is, a jewellery market is always a prime target for burglaries. Cops and security guards can only do so much. But in a city called Indore in India, someone thought of a brilliant idea to keep thieves at bay – By making sure that there are enough […]
5 Sites with Zero Convenience Fee on Flight Bookings
Just like anyone who flies regularly, we equally hate convenience fee on flight booking. Recently we booked a family trip for 7 and the convenience fee asked by the airlines was, wait for it, Rs.3500 for return tickets. That’s just insane. However, thankfully there are still a few sites that either don’t charge a convenience […]
Best way to reach Kumarakom from Bangalore…
Kerala is a popular destination for long weekend getaways from Bangalore. However, not all of Kerala is that easily accessible from Bangalore. Kumarakom is one of them. Although, technically it is well connected to Bangalore by road, a 12 hour drive is not comfortable for all. Especially with family. Flight from Bengaluru to Kochi and […]
Guide to Cheap Street Shopping in Bangkok
Bangkok is one of the best cities in the world for cheap street shopping. And like any other place, you need to know where exactly to shop to enjoy your shopping without worrying if you are at the right market or not. Here is our guide to cheap street shopping in Bangkok. Some of the […]
HBO Now in India: Stream HBO Shows on your Phone or TV.
We all love HBO shows. Be it True Detective, WestWorld, Silicon Valley or Game of Throne, HBO originals are a treat for us TV addicts. And thankfully, you can now watch all of them in India as well. Hotstar, an Indian streaming service, has tied up with HBO for its content rights in India. And […]
Where to stay in New York City first time on a Budget?
If you are travelling to New York for the first time, it is as important to choose the right location as the budget. No point staying at a cheap hotel 20 miles away or spending a fortune on your hotel and cut costs on other things. Here are a few good budget and mid-scale hotels […]
Taj Mahal Information: Everything to Know Before Visiting
Some Facts Commissioned in: 1632 Completed in: 1653 Location: City of Agra, India Estimated Cost: 32 Million INR Today it would be: Approx. 55 Billion INR (~890 million USD) Official Site: https://www.tajmahal.gov.in/ Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taj_Mahal Taj Mahal Visit Timings Information: Friday: Closed for Public. Friday afternoon entry only for those who have to attend prayers at […]
20 Things to be Careful of in Thailand
Thailand is a beautiful country. Lovely beaches, mountains, people, temples, culture and massages. Thailand is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world for a reason. However, like any other place, there are a few things a tourist needs to be careful of in Thailand. Especially if this is your first trip to […]