Travel

At 16, Bihar’s Shubham Kumar discovered hitchhiking through a YouTube video. Years later, he set out with a small backpack and curiosity, beginning a journey that keeps unfolding across borders.

Experience traditional Himachali hospitality, rustic living, and home-grown pahadi cuisine at this charming mud homestay in Kais village, Himachal Pradesh.

From Himachal to Kerala, discover eco-friendly mud homestays across India that offer natural cooling, local charm, and a peaceful escape from the summer heat.

At just 25, Shabnam Bashir has mapped 16 hidden valleys in Bandipora, bringing them onto Kashmir’s tourism map. Defying social barriers, she turned her solo treks into a mission for sustainable tourism — creating 40 homestays and seasonal income opportunities for over 60 villagers from the Gujjar–Bakarwal community.

Here’s a curated travel list of adventurous activities across India, from skiing in Kashmir to spelunking expedition in Meghalaya.

February changes the Sandakphu trail into a winter landscape of snow‑lined paths, clear skies, and panoramic Himalayan views. Enjoy a peaceful trek, breathtaking scenery, and the perfect setting for photography and mountain adventures.

From artist enclaves to quiet cultural corners, these recommendations come straight from a Chennai local who knows the city beyond its landmarks.

Ganesh Ashok Ranade transitioned from being a commerce graduate to a dedicated organic farmer, creating a 40-acre agro-tourism haven in Ratnagiri. The homestay offers guests a hands-on farming experience and a taste of authentic farm life.

When your teen’s days begin and end with deadlines, a change of setting can do more than offer a break. Here’s how the right kind of travel can change how they see effort, community, creativity and their own place in the world.

Goa Carnival isn’t just about music and merrymaking — it’s a spectacle of colour, culture, and creativity. From breathtaking floats carrying bold messages to age-old traditions that keep history alive, this visual journey takes you through some of the most striking moments of the festival. Dive into the magic through rare and stunning pictures!