Online shopping trends in India have continued to evolve over the last few years, providing residents with the means to shop from the comfort of their own home for goods, apparel, electronics and so much more. Many of those who own computers within India have taken the steps to start shopping online with ease. While…
Jungle Babbler
I get to see a lot of birds without even leaving my home. I put a bowl of water for them in the balcony throughout the year. On weekends I give them a further incentive to visit my balcony. I will put something to eat as well. From my experience I know that the birds…
This Game of Ghosts by Joe Simpson
This Game of Ghosts by Joe Simpson is a remarkable book. I thought there could be nothing more gripping that his Touching the Void but I enjoyed reading this one equally if not more. If you have not read Touching the Void I would say you read it first. If you like reading about the…
Evening Glow at Hauz Khas Lake, New Delhi, India
When I visited the Hauz Khas area in South Delhi for the first time in October 2012 I certainly did not expect to see a lake right in the middle of the chaotic city that is Delhi. But there it was right in front of my eyes. I decided to spend some time exploring the…
Travel Fashion or Travel Gear?
I admit upfront that the topic of travel fashion/clothing makes me nervous. Those who know me will vouch for the fact that I can pack for even an overseas business trip in an hour or so. I will pack two business suits, formal shoes, a few shirts and I am done. Other than that I…
And Here are the Lucky Winners for the Groupon Travel Contest
So the wait is over. I did my first ever blogging contest with Groupon a few days back. Many thanks to the 16 people who left valid comments. There were 18 comments in all but two comments were by the same person so the name was entered only once. Another comment was a good luck…
That Love Hate Relationship with IRCTC
Indian railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC)- if you have traveled with Indian Railways you would know what I am talking about. Did you ever wonder why should the online ticketing system of Indian Railways be known as Indian railway Catering and Tourism Corporation? I have no clue. But I have traveled in trains before…
Redang Island, Malaysia
It has happened to me so many times! I miss a picture completely at the first go and then I wonder how did that happen! So for the lazy Sunday here is a picture from Redang Island, Malaysia. And I am left scratching my head, how did I miss it the first time! It didn’t…
Blue Skies from Alwar, Rajasthan
I visited Alwar, a small town in Rajasthan, India in January. I saw these arches on my way to Siliserh Lake. There is no indication anywhere what they were but they sure look beautiful! A little ahead there are more such arches and they look like a bridge but they certainly don’t seem to be…
What is Your Favorite Travel Deal? The First Ever Contest on Travel Tales from India
So here is the first ever contest that I am holding on this blog and I am quite excited about it. I hope I will manage to pass on some of the excitement to you as well. After all, would it not be fun if you got some money to spend on your next travel…