Blissful is the word that comes to my mind when I think of our fun, family vacation at the Pench Tree Lodge in the state of Madhya Pradesh in India. A venture of the award-winning Pugdundee Safaris group known for their environmental-friendly nature resorts, Pench Tree Lodge brings world-class … [Read more...]
Day Trip from Nagpur – Dragon Palace Temple with Ancient Church, British Graves and Highway Plaza along the Way
If you live in Nagpur or are visiting, a very good idea for a road trip or a day picnic is the Dragon Palace Temple. A testimony to Indo-Japanese friendship, it was built in 1999 with funds from the Japan-based charitable organization - Ogawa Society. The magnificent Buddhist shrine, built in … [Read more...]
Exploring British Graves from the 19th Century – Road Trip from Nagpur – Kamptee Church
On our way to the Dragon Palace Temple or to taste the famous Kamptee ki Lassi, we often make a stop at Kamptee. After marveling at the elegant Christ Church, we turn towards the departed souls who rest in peace at the Christ Church Cemetery. Read on for complete directions to the place and pictures … [Read more...]
A Foodie’s Guide to Travelling from Mumbai to Lonavala
As a Mumbaikar, I feel thankful to be in a geographically-blessed location. While the city might be the ultimate concrete jungle, it only takes an hour or so to leave this maddening crowd behind and plunge into the greenery. But it is not just the greenery that is alluring, but the drive down the … [Read more...]
Historical Destinations near Mumbai Perfect for Family Trips
The city of Mumbai happens to be in one of the richest cultural regions of India. These dramatic coastlines and the verdant mountains for centuries have been the site for battles and great dynasties. Family Travellers love to step out of the city and its maze of steel and glass for historical trips … [Read more...]
Watching a Test Match in the Stadium is the Perfect Family Outing
Yes, I am an Indian and have grown up watching cricket just like my kids do now. And yet, I had never watched a match live in the stadium! Our first experience of watching a cricket match live in the stadium was spectacular. Here are some memories from the fun we had and my thoughts as the day … [Read more...]
A Visit to the Farm and a Lakeside Picnic with the Kids
Diwali vacations call for a special day out with the kids. We had our long awaited day trip visiting a lovely farm followed by a picnic by the lakeside. Here are some glimpses of the day out with kids. Thangavel Date Plantation When we came to know of a cutting-edge farm near our city, we had … [Read more...]