Andaman and Nicobar is one of the Union Territory in India. It is an amalgamation of some 572 breathtaking islands located in the Bay of Bengal. However, only 28 out of so many Island are inhabited and are open to visitors. These islands are covered with dense, and evergreen forests and endless varieties of exotic flora and fauna. Its exotic beaches blessed with coral reefs and amazing marine life makes the landscape exquisite and enticing. Andamans can be a perfect beach holiday away from the hustle and bustle of your regular life – with limited network. Andaman is just not confined to beaches. The islands are blessed with lush flora including evergreen tropical rainforest canopy making it one of most beautiful islands in the world. Some of the best places to see in Andaman and Nicobar Islands are Neil Island, Havelock Island (it is a must!), Ross Island, Cellular Jail, Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Anthropological Museum, Indira Point and Car Nicobar The island has no scarcity of adventure activities. There are various adventurous activities that are offered here like Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Camping, Surfing, and Trekking. Being blessed with sublime landscapes and equipped with wonderful flora and fauna, Andaman and Nicobar Islands are perfect destinations for vacation away from home. I was there for around 10 days which were more than sufficient. The islands are very small and you can cover 1 island each day. But I will still suggest to keep atleast 3 days Havelock Island – because it is a beauty to watch, explore and enjoy! Its clear beaches will take your breath away – trust me. I booked my vacation through Make my Trip and loved the way they planned things for me – I had a driver at my disposal so I cannot comment on the local transport. But I will suggest to hire a cab. There is a problem of mobile network at most of the places (apart from Port Blair which is the main city). The islands has tropical monsoon climate which means you can visit it throughout the year. However, the best time to visit is the summer and winter months (from October to May) as they are ideal for tourist activities. You also find glimpses of the history and culture in the region. The Aberdeen Bazaar forms the centre of this town that is a good spot to stroll around and shop Though there are many beautiful beaches in Andaman – but there is one beach I would really like to recommend. It is Radhakrishna Beach! I have never seen a beach like that – its beauty is indescribable. It is just awesome. Other beaches that you can think about are: Elephant beach, Vijayanagar Beach and Wandoor Beach. Also, when you are in Ross Island – do not forget to go at the back side of the island – it is a little long walk but worth it. The view from there is breathtaking! Do let me know in comments if you are planning a trip to Andamans – Let us see if I can help you plan it better 🙂

I wish I could describe Kathmandu in one word, but that would not be enough! The city is beautiful on one hand but Crazy and chaotic on the other. It is filled with historic places and temples. The city is spiritual, haphazard, fascinating and vibrant. Even all these adjectives are not enough to describe Kathmandu. It is absolutely unique and different. Its beautiful and wonderful in every way! Nepal is one of the most fascinating places to visit on earth. I was in Kathmandu for a few days and they were totally amazing! Given Nepal’s incredible terrain, it‘s no surprise that it is one of the world’s most popular destinations for travel. Let us dive straight into the complete details. So, lets discuss the must-visit places first. While in Nepal, you have to visit: Pashupatinath Temple Boudhanath Stupa Thamel Kathmandu Durbar Square Kumari Bahal Budhanilkantha Temple Hanuman Dhoka Kopan Monastery Taudaha Lake Phulchowki While in the city, don’t miss the incredible street art and gallery scene. Let us talk about the other facilities. Transport can be a problem there. Though there are buses and other form of transports – but it can be a problem to get them. You will have to get onto an overcrowded minibus or flag an overcharging taxi. Buses are cramped, and so cabs are the best form of transport within Kathmandu. It’s also the cheapest way to get around town. It is a safe place to travel solo, but just be careful (like for any other city). You can stroll through the backstreets and explore Kathmandu’s timeless cultural and artistic heritage. And trust me, the sights that will get revealed will be unbelievable. There are hidden temples overflowing with marigolds, and tiny cute hobbit-sized workshops. Now the last and the best part. Go hiking! You have to! Explore the hills, trek through or cycle along the hills and that is when you realize that Kathmandu is just not about temples, historic squares and ancient monuments. There are four big hills around Kathmandu: Phulchoki, Shivapuri, Nagarjun, and Champadevi. Hike the trail from Sundarijal to Chisapani, in the northeastern edge of the valley, If it is a clear day, you can see the Langtang mountain range, and you may see those amazing beautiful birds in the woods. This fascinating and enticing city has enough to keep you busy for atleast 10 days. I will suggest to just do a backpack trip to Nepal and that will make your experience much better! Cheers and do let me know in comments if you need any information about travelling to Nepal.

Have you heard about this beautiful island with pristine and clear beaches tucked into coves, an island that has expansive coral reefs rich with marine life, an island that also has beautiful architecture? Well, that is Curaçao for you. A small beautiful Caribbean island off the Venezuelan coast. I happened to be there only for a day, but that one day in that beautiful country is one of the most precious moments that I have saved for life in my memory! So, here I am telling you all about what to do in Curaçao if you only have one day in hand! So I landed in the morning, and had to leave next day afternoon so I had a few hours over 24 hours! And boy, I wanted to make the maximum use of it. I hired a cab and asked her (and my cab driver was a beautiful woman) to take me around the best places in Curaçao. Locals are obviously the best guides! She first took me to Explore Willemstad, the capital city and I tell you it was one of the most beautiful places I have seen with such colorful buildings! Now let me tell you the places that I visited: We covered the craft market and floating market,. BTW, do not miss the amazing street art and quaint architecture while travelling. Then we went to see Queen Emma Bridge towards Otrabanda. We also saw Kura Hulanda Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Now, I am a total beach person and I had to visit a beach in Curaçao, I did not want to miss it for anything! So, went to Mambo Beach Boulevard. Few more places that I remember visiting: Rif Fort, Wilhelmina Park and Kura Hulanda. It is a completely safe place: I went through the whole place alone in just a cab! And I wouldn’t miss to mention that the people of Curaçao are just so amazing! And you know another best part of this island? there are so many beautiful cute cafes out there! I think if anytime, you plan to go to Caribbeans, you should definitely cover Curaçao. It is a gorgeous country with stunning beauty! And now time for the worst part: I lost my camera on the way and lost alll my pictures! Yes, and since then I have stopped using cameras! I just use phone… I had some pictures in my phone and posting just them 😦 Anyway, if you plan a trip to this beautiful island, leave a comment 🙂 #Curaçao #Travel #travelblog

Caribbean really resembles the wildest imagination. – Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Author and Nobel Laureate They call it a lonely planet: Caribbean, I call it the doorway to music, love, nature and dreams! Why? Because the Caribbean is a paradise of raw beach and mountain landscapes, natural reserves, festive culture, and exotic islands. And 2 of such islands that I traveled are “Trinidad and Tobago”. They are dual-islands situated near Venezuela, with distinctive Creole traditions and cuisines. Trinidad is one of the most unknown countries in the Caribbean, where mass tourism has yet not started. And that is the reason it is still beautiful! You can explore and discover a country that is still so much close to nature and is so much unaffected by the outside elements. Trinidad is still like any other normal city by the ocean with buildings and bustling with people and regular life. While Tobago has the beauty that you’d expect from a Caribbean island, with palm trees and white sand aplenty, and beaches with different colors! Combined, this twin-island offers unparalleled adventures, tourist spots, waterfalls, beaches, and luxuriant rainforests perfect for a vacation! And BTW, their carnival is something that everyone has heard about: its electrifying and fabulous. Trinidad has several beaches – and I loved all of them – totally! They are so clean and pristine that being an Asian you would just fall in love with their natural transparent beauty! But then it is actually Tobago that takes away the breath and points too when it comes to beaches. Its shores are unimaginable and indescribable. Its lush flora and fauna, waterfalls, lovely people, amazing colorful culture! How can one resist all of it?? Now let me tell you some places that you definitely need to visit and things you cannot miss if you are in this island. Do not miss going to Tobago! There are many boats/ferries every day that starts from Trinidad – just take that (it’s not even expensive – its around $50). It takes around 3 hours. In Tobago, you have to go to Argyle Falls! Beaches that you should aim to visit are: Pigeon Point, Campbellton Bay, Parlatuvier Bay, Speyside, Tyrell’s Bay, Lovers’ Bay, and Englishman’s Bay. Few things that you should do when you are in Tobago: Tobago Buccoo Reef Glass Bottom Boat Tour, Turtle Watching, Sunset Cruise, Rainforest Tour, and Buccoo Reef and Nylon Pool Adventure. Now, while in Trinidad, it is a must to explore the atmospheric downtown and city sights of Port of Spain. You definitely need to try ‘Doubles’ which is actually our Indian Poori-Chole. The taste of doubles is unforgettable guys – I can write it in the capital! It’s amazing! In fact, all the street food in Trinidad is out of the world. When in Trinidad you need to visit panyards and party at Ariapita Ave or at the fabulous Carnival. Regarding how to dress! There is absolutely no restriction – nothing. It is one of most chill places that I have visited. You can wear whatever you want. Just do not worry about it. Carnival happens generally in the months of Feb or march – so if you are going there, I would suggest to definitely plan in these months where you can experience the fabulous and stunning Carnival Grande Riviere: You can watch leatherback turtles laying eggs on this remote Trinidad beach (March to August) You can drive through the city, drive through the city’s bustling streets to Independence Square, known for its imposing Central Bank and lively shopping streets. You can visit the Museum of Natural History, Queen’s Park Savannah, which is home to exotic trees and charming colonial mansions marked by intricate architectures. In the night, plan to go to Avenue: a street famous for its thriving nightlife. Finally, you can plan to go to Fort George which is at an elevation of 236 feet (72 m) above sea level. Panoramic views from this vantage point stretch as far as the hills of Venezuela, obviously depending on the weather. The place is safe – from my point of view. Again, I always write this in every post of mine. You always have to be cautious, no matter where you are! Just that while in Trinidad, I used to get this advice of avoiding few places – just not to near-by as well. Transport is also not an issue: you easily get cabs there. I took a local sim from TSTT, which is a local operator there and it was not at all expensive. So, this is all I have to share about Caribbean in this post. Do let me know if you want to know something in specific or if you are planning a trip to Trinidad and Tobago Cheers!

Tanzania was my first trip to Africa and it is needless to say, it was surely one of the best too! Africa is a raw beauty, its still so unexplored and untouched by human intervention that it looks and feels serene! So, Tanzania happened for me few years ago. But the memory of its rugged yet mesmerising beauty is still so fresh! I still remember my first feeling when I landed in Dar es Salaam – It was a bout of fresh air. And when I started seeing around – I realised that Africa is like no other place in the world. Tanzania is a beautiful country with all the best things wrapped up in one adventurous package: Wildlife, beaches, awesome people, fascinating culture, Safari etc with beautiful scenic places like Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Mt Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar Archipelago – the country has all! Let me not waste another sec now and take you directly into what and how you should be planning your trip to Tanzania. So I was there for almost a month – went for work. The place is very very safe as I used to roam around alone – without anyone. I used to just take a cab and go where-ever I wanted to and whenever – trust me I have gone to dinners and all alone in the nights. Not even once, I felt unsafe there. I don’t know why people have this notion about Africa that it is dangerous and all. It is just about taking those little precautions and be little cautious (that you have to do anywhere in any country of the world!). That is it! Tanzania is one of the safest countries in the continent. While safari areas are quite safe, you need to be extra careful when on roads. Talking about language: People speak Swahili there so you might feel a little out of place sometimes – but guess, it is manageable! Food: You just do not have to worry about it! You get everything there- specially Indian food. The hotels and restaurants provide cuisines from all around the world, so you can relax in that area! Anyway, so few places I would suggest you should definitely go when you are in Tanzania are: Serengeti National Park Mt Kilimanjaro National Park Ngorongoro Crater Zanzibar Ruaha National Park Lake Victoria I booked an Emirates flight, with a halt in Dubai. Tanzania has two main airports – Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam, and Kilimanjaro International Airport near Arusha. These are the two main ports of entry for international visitors. With the exception of a handful of African countries, most nationalities require a visa for entry into Tanzania. Indians can apply online for Tanzania Visa . Through an online application, Indian nationals can easily obtain their visa to travel to the country. What time to travel to Tanzania? Well, the best wildlife viewing months in Tanzania are during the dry season: late June to October. The best chance of seeing the wildebeest migration in the Serengeti is during June and July. The dry season also brings with it cooler temperatures and lasts from June to September. Now, Tanzania lies just south of the equator and on the whole enjoys a tropical climate. The heaviest rain in Tanzania falls from March to May, while a shorter rainy season occurs between October and December. For experiencing Safari, I will suggest to book a package well in advance. There are some aweosme pre-created packages available. The range depends on you: there are delux or luxury packages, family packages, romantic packages and explorer packages available pre-trimmed as per your need. And you can book them from: Imagine Travels The Africa Adventure & Beyond Nomad Tanzania As driving distances can be quite long while on safari, it is advisable to dress light and comfortable. Also carry some warm cloths for the evenings, because they tend to get a bit cold Tanzania is a little conservative country, so I would suggest not to wear very revealing cloths, but shorts, tees, dresses are perfectly fine! One more important thing, always keep your first aid kit with you – always. There are several vaccinations recommended for travel to Tanzania, including hepatitis A and typhoid. Depending on where you’re going, anti-malaria prophylactics may be necessary, while proof of yellow fever vaccination is compulsory if you’re traveling from a yellow fever endemic country. Regarding the connectivity, there are four mobile providers in Tanzania: Zain, Zantel, Vodacom, and Tigo; all of which offer roaming services. I would suggest to take a sim from any of the these providers and get a 15-day package – thats the best and the cheapest option! Mobile network coverage for both data and phone calls is quite good across Tanzania. You should still be able to access your phone while on safari, although some areas of the national parks do not receive coverage. I hope this article was of help! Do not forget to let me know in comments – if you need any more information or if you are planning for a vacation to Tanzania. Enjoy!

It will not be an exagerration to say that New York is one of my fav cities in the world! Yes, it is! Famous by the name of The Big Apple, one has to really see this place to believe it: its diversity, its colors, its theatres – everything is mesmirizing! It is an iconic destination — that can certainly be overwhelming to visit as well. Let me tell you how I planned my trip to New York! So, I took a flight from Hyderabad and landed in Chicago – was there for a week – which I will write about in another post. Then, I went to Cleveland and finally I took a flight to New York and spent around 5 days there. I mostly traveled by the train – subway or by cabs. Cabs can be little costly there but then, I took them whenever I was lost or had no option. I in-fact, covered a lot of places on foot! What all to do in New York! The first place you need to go and see in New York is the Times Square – its is one of the most vibrant places that I have ever seen. The square is at the meeting point of Broadway, 7th Avenue and 42nd street. Many popular places are there in or near Times Square, such as Top of the Rock and Madame Tussauds. And the best part about Times Square is that it is a hub for broadway! And experiencing a broadway show was in my bucket list since I don’t know when and I must tell you I was not at all disappointed!! I saw “The Phantom of the Opera” and the experience was beautiful! Now, the most important places you need to visit in New York are: Statue of Liberty Central Park Brooklyn Bridge Rockefeller Center The Metropolitan Museum of Art Washington Square Park Now if you have time (only if you have time), you can plan a visit to: Little Italy Brooklyn Botanic Garden Flushing Meadows Corona Park I love to travel alone: explore those cute little cafes, talk to people and all and that is why I genrally do not prefer taking a city tour. But if you are in New York just for 2 days, I would suggest to take a city tour bus. You can book it from here We stayed in The Westin, Times Square. But there are many good options available at a much cheaper price. You can try for an Air B&B accommodation as well. I have heard really good things about the same. Now, the last and the most important question: Is New York City safe? It’s a question that I am asked all the time and, I always say that I found it to be really safe! However, notorious elements can spot out of towners in the city so a little precaution is certainly required.

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I love to call myself a ‘Solo Traveller’ A marketing manager and a graphic designer by profession, I love to sketch, write and explore different places! My love for travel comes from my experiences in my first company, where I was fortunate enough to get to go to some very exotic locations for work. I actually cannot thank them enough to give me those chances which led me explore this passion of mine! I have realized that travelling for me is just not for leisure or a get-away from the grind! It is something that I love doing, it’s my passion! I love going to different places, interacting with people from different cultures, having my coffee in those cute little cafes. These experiences give me immense joy and happiness! When work or travel is not keeping me busy, you will find me sketching or reading. I am a firm believer and follower of travelling responsibly and taking care of all the aspects of the country you visit! Do not abuse, do not be a burden. Traveling the world had been on my wish list since I was old enough to dream. Thats the dream I am living and will continue to live till I die. I love to explore cultures, have my coffee in those cute little cafes. Travel gives me immense joy – joy that is hard to explain! Some fun facts about me! I am part of an official influencer’s club of Instagram called ‘Born on Instagram’. I got featured in July’s edition of Instagram’s newsletter and one of my videos was featured in June’s edition. yayyyy! One of my videos stood at 1st place in a competition of making videos on – ‘The travel highlights of the last year‘. It was collectively selected by my fav travel bloggers – Bruised Passport and the FB and Instagram Strategy Team! I have been featured in publications like Hindustan Times, Mid-Day, The Hans India, You and I Magazine, AMN News, Startup India Magazine, Newstrack, Ajio Website, Republic TV, etc. You can check them out here I was amongst the ‘Top 10 travel bloggers: Hyderabad (India) – 2019’ I have been part of India’s first Smart city: Vijayawada. Designed the citizen mobile app and website. I conceptualized and designed the poster used by Sri KTR, Hon’ble Minister of IT, Telangana for the launch of the T-COVID ’19 mobile app for the citizens to curb the challenges posed by the Corona Virus. My first solo trip was when I was just 21! I am here to share my experiences and also, I would be very happy if by this medium, I can help someone plan their trip! Hope you will enjoy this place!!