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3 Incredible Walking Tours in India

Walking is one of the best ways to get a real sense of any town, city or village that one is travelling to. The easy pace allows you to slow down whenever you want to and lose yourself (quite literally) in the sights, sounds and smells of your surroundings. Here[…]

Wayanad Wild – A Magical Forest Getaway

Wayanad Wild is the newest entrant into the CGH Earth collection of properties. This is a company known for taking the path less trodden and Wayanad Wild exemplifies everything it stands for. LUSH SURROUNDS OF LAKKIDI:   Located in the rainforests of Lakkidi, the property offers a lush green glimpse into[…]

The Demoiselle Cranes of Khichan and the Man Who Brought Them There

What started initially as a few dozen visiting birds has today become a major migration with the number being recorded at 15,000 in 2010. After a lifetime of protecting the birds, Ratan Lal Maloo or the Birdman of Khichan as he’s fondly known, passed away in 2011 but his legacy[…]

Where to Celebrate Holi in India

The Party Holi – New Delhi Delhi loves its party holis and every year you’re spoiled for choice with a tonne of “farm house” parties being organised. If you’re after a fun day out in a safe environment, these are usually a good bet. While Holi out on the streets[…]

A Weekend in Dera Dune Retreat

Firmly perched atop a 100ft sand dune the Dera Dune Retreat is one of the few luxury resorts of its kind.  This place where the vast expanse of the desert completely envelopes your senses and you can’t help but give into its charms. Located between Jodhpur and Jaisalmer, well off[…]

5 Offbeat Rajasthani Festivals

Welcome to Rajasthan – a timeless land where the sombre colors of the desert perfectly complement its vividly coloured festivals. Attending Rajasthani fairs and festivals is an immersive experience like none other. Here we highlight five offbeat events that are well worth planning your next Indian odyssey around. KOLAYAT FAIR[…]

Dera Village Retreat, Kalakho

Perfect for a weekend getaway, the retreat gives you the opportunity to unwind while the kids run amok. Miles away from the pollution, hustle-bustle and chaos of our cities, this is an easily accessible haven. Leave behind the daily stressors for a few days and spend your days doing offbeat[…]

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5 Incredible Museums in India Worth A Visit

A country like India, rich in cultural diversity and heritage can well afford to boast of several beautiful museums. Some museums however really stand out and no tour of India is complete without visiting them. Through their artifacts, they speak volumes and tell tales of bygone eras, kings and empires,[…]

A Walk Through Time in Benaras

There is no better way to explore Benaras than by walking through the lanes and by-lanes of this ancient city and experiencing for yourself all that it has to offer. Walk through the alleys of Benaras in tune with the ringing of the temple bells and with the fragrance of[…]

5 Offbeat Festivals in India You Must Experience

When it comes to festivals, no other country can quite equal India in terms of diversity in culture, customs and tradition. The country sees a number of festivals throughout the year celebrating a variety of religions, sects, beliefs, and values Any discussion on the several festivals of India goes beyond[…]