Travel

SOLO IN GOA: LOCAL FLAVOURS, QUIET SHORES, SUNSET BEATS

From hidden beaches and Urrak sunsets to creative cafés and drumming with strangers, here's how an off-season solo trip to Goa became a lesson in slowing down Goa in the middle of summer is rarely anyone's first choice. Most travellers wait for winter crowds, beach parties and peak-season buzz. But if there's one thing my solo trip taught me, it's that Goa reveals its most authentic self when the crowds leave. I travelled from Mumbai by bus, arriving just in time for check-in and a...

• By : Ajuli Tulsyan
• 12 Jun 2026 8:33 PM IST

A WEEKEND OF SPLASH, SERENITY & SWEET SURPRISES

Sometimes, the best weekends are the unplanned ones — ours at Aalankrita Resort & Convention turned into a refreshing family break filled with laughter, quiet moments, and a few lovely surprises along the way There are weekends that help you unwind, and then there are weekends that leave you with memories you cherish long after you’ve checked out. Our recent stay at Aalankrita Resort & Convention was exactly that — a delightful family getaway that blended relaxation, celebration and endless...

• By : Ajuli Tulsyan
• 6 May 2026 4:21 PM IST

K-DRAMA DREAMS TO REALITY: A DIY SOUTH KOREA ESCAPE

How I planned a 10-day trip to South Korea without a travel agency Like most Indians, my sister and I fell in love with South Korea during the lockdown, thanks to endless K-drama binges. With her being a huge BTS fan, the dream only grew stronger, until we finally decided to turn it into reality. Last year, I took charge of planning a 10-day DIY trip covering four cities - Seoul, Busan, Gyeongju and Pohang. We landed at Incheon International Airport on Day 1 and settled near Insadong,...

• By : Ajuli Tulsyan
• 21 April 2026 7:27 AM IST

CELEBRATING THE SUN

UTTARAYAN marks the beginning of the Sun’s journey to the Northern Hemisphere. This shift in the sun’s path is celebrated all over the country as Bihu-Boghi-Lohri-Pongal & Sankranti At Arbor Road Estate, we celebrate the Sun every day whether its playing peek-a-boo behind grey clouds, shining gloriously in blue skies or lighting up rainbows over our gardens. Sundial: A Living Expression of Time at Arbor Road Estate The Sundial is a favourite with visitors. This thoughtfully crafted element...

• By : Kirti Karmarkar Anand
• 21 Jan 2026 2:12 PM IST

UNIQUE DELHI MARKETS WORTH EXPLORING

Delhi’s bazaars are more than just shopping spots; they are windows into the city’s diverse cultures, crafts, and communities While Chandni Chowk and Sarojini Nagar often steal the spotlight, the capital is home to several unique markets that offer rich and immersive experiences. Here are four markets in Delhi that deserve a spot on every explorer’s list… Churi Bazaar, Connaught Place Hidden inside Connaught Place, the Bangle or Churi Market is a small but lively lane filled with shops...

• By : Arpita Nayak
• 13 Jan 2026 1:11 PM IST

METAMORPHOSIS

As we bid goodbye to 2025 and welcome a brand new 2026, lets spread our wings to explore the fascinating world of these fluttering creatures Characterised by large, often brightly coloured wings that often fold together when at rest, butterflies are enchanting winged insects from the lepidopteran superfamily Papilionoidea. "Butterflies are certainly one of the most appealing creatures in nature." — The Smithsonian Institution The oldest butterfly fossils date back to the Paleocene, about 56...

• By : kirtidodiedo
• 23 Dec 2025 1:30 PM IST

PARTY DECEIT creates PANDEMONIUM in PARLIAMENT

That’s not a report on what’s happening at the government level! These are in fact collective nouns used to describe different avian species Our very colourful national bird, the Peacock when in a group makes a Party ; the term " Deceit " is used for a group of Lapwings - its origins are from the bird's behaviour of feigning injury to lure predators away from its nest. It’s easy to relate to a Pandemonium of Parrots while the wise old and watchful Owls make a Parliament . A group of birds...

• By : Kirti Karmarkar Anand
• 20 Nov 2025 11:40 AM IST

HIDDEN VILLAGES OF INDIA: OFFBEAT CULTURAL GEMS AWAY FROM THE TOURIST MAP

"True India often lies where the roads end and stories begin." There is quiet magic in India that never makes it to glossy postcards or...

• By : Ajuli Tulsyan
• 13 Oct 2025 11:19 AM IST

HOW WE BECAME WATER POSITIVE

When Arbor Road Estate was first envisioned, the land was little more than rock, dust, and a distant promise of potential. The dream...

• By : Anand Sundaram
• 19 Sept 2025 12:00 PM IST

REVEL IN THE MONSOON CHARM OF RANTHAMBORE!

Ranthambore National Park in the monsoon is a symphony of rain-soaked landscapes, diverse wildlife, vibrant greenery and historical charm...

• By : Sharmila Chand
• 12 Aug 2025 1:57 PM IST

DELHI UNVEILED: FIVE PLACES THAT CAPTURE ITS SOUL

Delhi is a city where Mughal domes rise beside buzzing art districts, where centuries of history fuse seamlessly with modern creativity....

• By : Arpita Nayak
• 11 Aug 2025 11:06 AM IST

THE SOLO TRAVELLER'S HANDBOOK

Travelling solo isn't just a trend — it's a transformative journey of self-discovery. While daunting at first, going it alone builds...

• By : Arzoo B. Singh
• 19 July 2025 2:37 PM IST

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