Trip date – Beginning of November 2024 Would you believe, Thailand was strangely never in our holiday radar. Let alone for birding. In India, from decades, Thailand has been painted as a party destination for bachelors and an international beach honeymoon spot for newly married couples on a shoestring budget. Its culture and food areContinue reading “Birdwatching in Thailand’s Kaeng Krachan National Park”
Tag Archives: Accommodation review
Ultimate South Africa wildlife guide for first time visitors
This guide outlines a 30-day trip to South Africa, crafted for first-time wildlife enthusiasts. The itinerary highlights destinations like Cape Town, Kruger National Park, and various coastal towns. It emphasises self-driving for flexibility, affordable travel options, and diverse activities, including birdwatching and cultural experiences. Safety tips and essential travel advice are also included.
Road Trip to Rann of Kutch: Pet-Friendly Itinerary
A road trip through the Rann of Kutch, Gujarat, showcases its unique saline ecosystem and wildlife. The journey, starting from Mumbai, includes stays in pet-friendly accommodations, exploring both Little and Greater Rann. The trip emphasizes the beauty and challenges of this exceptional landscape. Although no usual pet friendly activities could be included during the trip, a lot of good wildlife and birdlife was spotted, making the trip worthwhile.
Saffron Stays Villa 270 | Dapoli | Maharashtra
Visited : March 2022. Stayed for 3 days. For our customary birthday holiday this year we decided to go on an Indian west coast road-trip, popularly known as Konkan road trip. We had the fortune of staying three nights in Villa270, owned by Saffron stays group while stopping over at Dapoli, a coastal town inContinue reading “Saffron Stays Villa 270 | Dapoli | Maharashtra”
Native Place | Kamshet | Maharashtra
Visited : July 2021. Stayed for 1 day. Kamshet has been in our list of ‘places to go’ since a long time and when we heard (from Crazy K9 Campers & Wheels and Tails) of Native Place Guesthouse – a pet friendly eco retreat, we found it to be what we required at the endContinue reading “Native Place | Kamshet | Maharashtra”
One Earth Retreat | Mulshi | Maharashtra
Visited : March 2021. Stayed for 1 day. It was exactly a year since the first lockdown was imposed in the country. COVID situation in the state was then a teeny-weeny better and following our decade old tradition of celebrating our birthday in a unique way, we decided to head to One Earth Retreat. ItContinue reading “One Earth Retreat | Mulshi | Maharashtra”
Manas Resort with petting zoo | Igatpuri | Maharashtra
Visited: June 2021. Stayed for 1 day. Locked up at home for many months had got our toes itching for open spaces. Even though most days started with morning walks, we were longing for an outing with Jiraiya where he could be let off the leash and could run around freely. We had passed ManasContinue reading “Manas Resort with petting zoo | Igatpuri | Maharashtra”
Coastal Suites | Benaulim | South Goa
Visited : October 2018 & February 2021 . Stayed for a week each. *This one is not a pet friendly place to stay.* Goa is permanent resident in every beach lovers holiday destination ‘go to’ list. The amalgam of culinary, wilderness and culture is well balanced here. There is something for every visitor. While vibrantContinue reading “Coastal Suites | Benaulim | South Goa”
Anandvan Resort | Bhandardara | Maharashtra
Visited: December 2020. Stayed for 3 days. For us, a dream destination for a long weekend would be where both of us can keep our feet up & relax. Forget all about office deliveries and deadlines. Where the accommodation is nestled comfortably in the natural environment and not the other way around. Beautiful birds singing, feedingContinue reading “Anandvan Resort | Bhandardara | Maharashtra”