For me, travel has always been about the experience, not simply reaching a destination. I have largely traveled to North India, taking weekend trips to Himachal and across, often travelling solo and keeping my plans unplanned. Being a solo traveler, packing was often a last minute-affair, and travelling unplanned taught me how to pack last minute for a trip. I also loved staying with locals wherever I traveled. Specially in Himachal, staying with locals and understanding them became a part of my travels that will always be close to my heart. These experiences shaped how I travel and what I share on FoodRavel.
Travel Stories
Most of my travel stories have come from simply going somewhere and seeing where the road takes me. From weekend trips to Himachal and solo journeys through the Himalayas to unplanned stays that stretched far beyond what I had originally imagined, I have often travelled without a fixed itinerary. I have taken buses through the mountains, walked through unfamiliar streets, stayed with locals, explored old towns and villages, and found stories in places that were never part of the original plan. Here, I share those journeys through personal travel stories, destination experiences and the little moments that made each place worth remembering.
Watching a Cricket Match at Dharamshala Cricket Stadium
It was the second and the last day of my weekend trip. I had missed out Kangra Fort the previous day as we got late. The next day,…
Trekking to Dal Lake from Mcleod Ganj – Roaming Aimlessly
I didn’t have much in my itinerary for the day and was only depended on Google. Well, that’s a challenge when you don’t plan your trip. Since it…
St John in the Wilderness Mcleod Ganj – Old Anglican Church in Dharamshala
There are some places which are full of architectural marvels and there are some places which are famous for their natural surroundings. On the other side, you will…
Trekking to Bhagsu Nag Waterfall from Mcleod Ganj
McLeod Ganj is nature’s gift to Dharamshala. Popularly known as Upper Dharamshala and the Mini Lhasa of India, this charming hill town is surrounded by pine-covered hills, fresh…
Why did I visit Mcleod Ganj from Delhi? My Second Visit to Mini Lhasa!
We work so hard to create a routine in our life & once we set on it; that routine starts to feel stale. The monotony of everyday bores…
What is the Real Story of Taj Mahal? Myths Related to Taj Mahal
No doubt, Taj Mahal is one of the major tourist attractions in India. Its stunning beauty and magnificent, spectacular architecture has made it one of the greatest monuments…
Travel Tips
Travelling mostly on my own and often without much planning has taught me a lot that you simply don’t learn from a travel itinerary. From figuring out what to pack at the last minute and travelling by bus to finding places to stay, managing a trip on a budget and adjusting when plans change, most of my travel tips have come from experience. I share the things I have learned along the way, including practical advice for solo travel, weekend trips, travelling to Himachal and making unplanned journeys a little easier.
Bucket List of Top Ten Travel Activities to Do Before You Die
We hear about the people, individuals or couples, who leave their 9 to 5 corporate jobs and start traveling around the world. They take a trip around the…
Why do travelers need a camera?
When I hear the word, traveling, all I imagine is an open road, green terrain, foreign land and I am with a camera taking shots of the flora…
Smartphone photography has become a new trend
We are living in a fast-moving age where technology has its roots in every aspect of our lives. Traveling in this highly advanced technical life has made our…
How do you plan a weekend trip?
Planning a weekend trip is both interesting and troubling. While you sit on the table and start browsing the best places to spend weekends, there are several things…
Why Do I Love Traveling? What Makes Me A Traveler?
Amidst the whirlwind of my bustling life, where paperwork and deadlines reign supreme, there exists a quiet corner of my soul where the spirit of wanderlust resides. While…
