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Rich in greenery and luscious beauty, the country boasts various landscapes and serves as a beautiful setting for any adventurous wedding. A country with various natural settings that reflects all kinds of nature offers the greatest options for jungle weddings. A wedding in the Jungle is one of the most unique ways to tie a sacred knot with your partner that will go on to be a memory of a lifetime.
When Mother Nature is your designer of the event, there isn’t a need for much extra decoration. Extraordinary objects such as dreamcatchers or natural clusters woven with twigs and ferns lend a certain interest in viewing the already beautiful scenery that already exists.
A fun pool party is the perfect Kickstarter for a wedding that is guaranteed to break the ice between the Ladkiwale and Ladkewale. It’s a cold story with no decor and many games. The bride and groom enjoy each other’s company brightly and refreshingly with their family and friends while enjoying their beer and snacks. Everyone is wearing their best clothes. However, the bride has stolen all the ascents with her bright pink dresses paired with a straight poker hairstyle.
A brunch has been arranged with a home felt comfort. Since it’s just close family and friends, nobody needs to dress up fancy. Everyone can wear something they can enjoy at their maximum capacity. The seating arrangement can be park-style community tables and chairs where everyone can sit with others and enjoy and also bond over barbeque sliders and whatnot.
Weddings are very enjoyable but can also be very stressful. The least we can do is start the day in a fun way and then work up the stress. Comfort brunch seems like the best way to do it, and the greenery just adds a little oomph to it.
Jungle themed weddings are a great combination of uplifting decorations, rich colours and soul-stirring traditions. The ace team can work on their magic and turn the wedding venue (bride’s home) into an official forest. While the entrance can be adorned with mogra trellis & vegetable bins, seated lounges can be covered with grass and moss, green emerald sofas, printed cushions, and wooden tables add finishing touches. The wedding stage was also decorated with large flowers. But this beautiful photoshoot touched our hearts!
Glittering in the old red lehenga embroidered on gota patti & thread work makes the bride look perfect. She can embellish her bridal ensemble with a unique bible necklace, matching earrings and a beautiful kamarband. To decorate her heavily loaded mehndi hands, she can choose from many chunky bangs and remove her entire look with a gajra hairdo and clean makeup. On the other hand, the groom can complement the bride with the beautiful ivory tower sherwani, and the coloured tie-dye tie.
A beautiful and leafy dining table layout covered with a cove of tree branches with hanging bulbs can give a unique look. Guests can enjoy the taste of an Indian meal in the combination of a sweet and spicy menu.
Happy forest weddings are about fairies, forest nymphs and love of nature. Here are some details that would need your attention –
1. Wedding dresses
If you are a bride, go for a beautiful and unusual wedding dress that combines your theme and space. It can include lace appliques and floral fabrics or butterflies, it can be a colourful wedding dress – gold or green reminiscent of a place, a colourful beaded wedding dress to stand out from the trees or anything else you feel amazing about.
2. Wedding decoration
Wedding paintings right there in the forest should highlight its beauty and include details inspired by the forest wherever possible and as much as possible. Attend a wedding decorated with leaves or flowering branches depending on the season. Decorate the reception tables set directly in the forest with leaves, moss table runners or table cloths, wildflowers, mushrooms, tree stumps and tree trunks.
Use colourful vases and placemats. Place more candles in candle holders. Cover the reception tables with lace trunks decorated with moss, greenery, and lanterns. The green roof and moss (if it is an interior space) with headlights and headlights look great.
3. Wedding cakes
Choose buttercream or nude wedding cakes with fruit, berries and greens and flowers. Show yourself on tree stumps and cuttings, with moss, blooms and leaves and even false nests all around. Put out the candles and put your desserts in the cloth to avoid bugs. Enjoy that magical forest at your wedding!
A short walk into the forest took visitors to the Vows Ceremony with an altar under a candle! Tall trees had bulb hinges hanging from the main trees wearing bright red drapes and butterflies lined with mythical lights. It is a touching night that strengthened the love of the two.
Jungle-themed weddings are a unique idea and also it’s not easy to find that can be chosen for the wedding theme. Guests will enjoy the decor and arrangements. The different moss decor, natural backdrops, tree stumps for seating and at last, the BBQ in the cuisine. Couples can enjoy and feel overwhelmed taking their vows in the middle of a forest, under an old banyan tree, surrounded by their loved one to celebrate the big day. However, a concept like this is likely new in India. When India boasts of striking tropical forests, then why not plan a tropical jungle destination wedding.
The Coronavirus pandemic has been very unsettling and uncertain and has made us cancel many of our precious plans. Now, that the pandemic has settled down and is moderate, we recently helped an amazing couple organise and plan a beautiful 3-day Jaipur wedding, the dates being 5th-7th December!
We assured them that even with the ongoing pandemic, we would ensure and regulate everything so that the wedding has no disturbances and is safe. The wedding took place at the gorgeous Alila Bishangarh Fort in Jaipur, with a total of 150 guests where we helped ensure proper sanitation and safety.
Here are specific safety measures we take and suggest you to take to ensure a safe wedding during the Covid-19 pandemic:-
Masks have been the norm for a long time now, and a wedding should not be a reason not to wear them. Wearing masks should be a mandatory norm to be followed during weddings and should only be taken off in small groups for quick pictures. ‘quick’ being the keyword. This is also an excellent opportunity for wedding planners and the couple to issue customised masks for all the guests.
To avoid a huge crowd, it is suggested to keep the guest list very limited. If you plan to have more than 100 members at your wedding, it is advised that you book a bigger venue to ensure proper social distancing to avoid a crowd of members in a small room. Do make sure you check government regulation before planning your guest list as some states only allow 50 people.
To reduce and avoid the risk of contracting the virus, the whole venue and every single item used should be sanitised and adequately cleaned. A hand sanitiser dispenser which can be operated by pushing the pedal by foot should be placed in all corners to ensure quick sanitation before touching any surface.
An outdoor wedding venue ensures proper oxygen, ventilation and reduces the risk of transmission. A cramped room increases the risk of contracting the virus by 18 times than outdoors with proper social distancing.
To ensure maximum safety, you can advise your guests to go through COVID-19 testing three days before the wedding to get their reports before attending the function. Those who do not have any symptoms and test negative can confirm their presence, and those who feel sick should not feel shy to cancel to avoid any risk of getting sicker or infecting other people.
Ensure your venue has marks that remind and call for social distancing norms. All the guests should maintain proper distance while eating and dancing. Do not dance too close, ensure a small group or a big circle with some space for dancing off to the wedding songs.
All the items like masks, glass, plates, etc., should be tagged to avoid what thing belongs to whom. Even better, arrange for use and throw plates and cups to eliminate the mix-up. This way, proper safety and sanitation are maintained.
Who wouldn’t like to be surrounded by friends and family on such an important day of your life? The pandemic didn’t make it any easier for people to attend safe weddings due to travel bans and health concerns. In times like these, adopt the trend of a covid wedding, where people can attend it virtually. The at-risk people like, senior citizens, new-borns, and children are advised to not step into a crowded location hence making them virtual attendees so that they can still be a part of your happy day.
In Indian culture, sometimes gifts seem like a must during weddings. Since many can’t be physically present, the couple can express their gratitude for attending the wedding online by sending E- thank you notes. Similarly, the guests who couldn’t physically be present and give gifts can choose to send them via mail or use e-vouchers.
Organising a Pandemic wedding should come with certain restrictions to ensure proper safety regulations. It is suggested to set simple rules, such as all guests should always carry a small bottle of sanitiser with them, every staff and the bride and groom should also wear masks while meeting a large group, etc.
Remember that you are not alone in this pandemic, and there are couples like you who are still waiting to fix a new date for their wedding. We have your back every step of the way. We will do our best to help you plan your dream wedding even with a pandemic and ensure that safety measures are always taken and are followed till the very end.
Dear explorer,
Greetings!
We are pleased to plan your upcoming trip to Kutch.
Our aim is to create life long memories through our outings and we also try to encourage people to travel and explore the world around, hence “Keep exploring”
We hereby present to you our Kutch Outing.
Welcome to Kutch,
Arrival in Bhuj city which is itself a heritage city. Pick up from Railway Station / Airport and check-in at Resort.
After freshen-up, enjoy Lunch in Resort and we will move to visit the Kala Dungar (The Black Hill) and India Bridge.
Kala Dungar is the highest point in the Kutch district situated in Western Gujarat. Kala Dungar gives a panoramic view of the Great Rann of Kutch which adds to the beauty of these magnificent hills. Its maximum 5 to 10 mins drive from our Resort.
We will also visit another attraction on the way to Kala Dungar that is the magnetic field where one can stop their vehicle at a specified spot and witness the vehicle moving against the gravitational force.
In Evening we visit Rann of Kutch and then back to resort to witness an amazing view of Sunset from our Sunset Cabana.
Later enjoy the dinner and overnight at Resort.
Meal (Lunch and Dinner)
Early morning enjoy Sunrise at Rann of Kutch and back to resort take breakfast and travel to Mandvi, we will visit Vijay Vilas Palace, Kranti Guru Smarak.
Vijay Villas Palace is the same place where famous Bollywood Movie – Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Lagan, and R Rajkumar were shot.
After lunch, we visit Ambe Dham at Godhra Village and Enjoy an evening at Mandvi Beach and after sunset back to the resort, on the way we visit the 72 Jain Temple (Bauter Jainalay). Enjoy dinner at the resort and overnight stay at the resort.
(Meals:- Breakfast, Dinner)
After Breakfast, we will visit the Holy place of Mata Nu Madh [Maa Ashapura Temple], in Local people “Kutch Ni Dhaniyani Ma Ashapura”. It’s 2 hours drive from our resort.
On the way to Mata nu Madh, we will also visit Crocodile Lake. Later we
reach Narayan Sarovar, which is one of the Sarovar from Panch Sarovar as
per Hindu religion, and later go for Darshan of Shree Koteshwar Mahadev.
Koteshwar is the temple of Lord Shiva and it’s also the last destination
of Western India, and later Return to Resort and take Dinner and overnight stay.
(Meals: – Breakfast, Dinner)
Breakfast at resort and will move to visit the history of Kutch. First, we will go to the Kutch Museum, Prag Palace, Aaina Palace, Vande Matram Museum (Bhujodi Village) and later free for Shopping in
Bhuj’s famous Vaniya Vad and in evening go for Darshan at Shree Swaminarayan Temple.
(Meals: – Breakfast, Dinner)
Enjoy early morning breakfast at resort and now it’s time to say goodbye to beautiful Kutch and drop Bhuj Railway Station / Airport.
(Meals: – Breakfast)
Inclusions :-
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* All transportation for sight seeing
* All meal and Accommodation
Exclusions :-
* Any beverages during your stay
* Insurance / personal expenses, etc.
* Anything not mentioned in ‘Inclusions’
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Chadar Trek, as the name implies, Chadar a sheet to cover. It’s the time when mother na- ture decides to cover herself with a layer of ice and make the way for locals to stay in touch with their Motherland, Padum. Winters across Ladakh are indeed harsh and freezing cold, mercury plummets to likes of -30 degree Celsius; there is snow all around; Rivers and water streams starts freezing.
The road to many regions gets closed for months. And it’s the time when nature comes to rescue Zanskaris and pave an ice path to connect their home. At the same time, trek- king enthusiasts flock Leh and experience this adventurous and daunting route used by Locals.
In terms of Trekking Terminology, this trek is Moderate in nature wherein we trek not more than 5-6hrs in a day and under an altitude of 3800m. The only thing that makes it tough and challenging is freezing weather during the trekking month. It involves walking over a thick layer of ice, with water underneath it.
The thickness of ice cover may vary from place to place and trek guide has pivotal role to play for its successful execution.
If you have been to Leh and not tried this trek, you are definitely missing something. It is definitely ‘A Walk of your Lifetim
Today you arrive at Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport at Leh. Once you board the flight to Leh, know that you are going to see beautiful mountains and you must not miss on clicking them from your shutterbugs.
Upon arrival you shall be transferred to your Hotel. You will be welcomed by chilly air and hopefully some sunshine.
It is strictly recommended to rest today and give time to your body for altitude acclimatization. You may go on a short evening walk to Shanti Stupa nearby, but if at any time you feel uneasy/dizzy/tiresome, get back to your hotel immediately. Overnight stay at hotel.
This day is meant to acclimatize with the change in altitude again. However, you might like to explore the local market to buy out trek essentials. Taxi if required will be available and charged extra, directly payable. During the afternoon, you could try some Ladakhi Cuisine for lunch; try the Thupka or Steamed / Fried Momos. Those with a bigger appetite could opt for the Kashmiri Wazwan. Vegetarians can head to Neha Snacks for authentic North Indian food. Later after lunch you might want to explore Leh (at own cost). Recommended attractions are Hall of Fame / Gurudwara Pathar Sahib / Leh Palace / Shanti Stupa, as time permits. Overnight stay at hotel.
Today we will visit the city hospital for medical checkup. Due to the health problems the trekkers have faced in past, it is now mandatory to spend three days at Leh and acclimatize well before you begin the trek. Allow your body to get used to the cold. Today, post lunch you could further explore Leh as time permits.
The trekkers can go further to the trek only if they pass this checkup. Overnight stay at hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Shanti Nest / Similar
After breakfast, drive to Bakula. It is one of the most scenic drives which brings you the delight of seeing some of the most beautiful spots in Ladakh. Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Magnetic Hill and the confluence of the Zanskar and Indus are some of the places where you can take a pit stop for clicking memorable pictures.
An hour and a half of driving along the Zanskar will get you to Chilling and then further to Bakula. The car will drop you right where the road ends. This will be your starting point for walking on the Zanskar.
Walking on the ice will be the first challenge you will face. You can check for the ice formation using your walking pole before stepping your foot. Be ready to fall on your bum or on your knees many times on the Chadar. Its okay and you will remember it and laugh off when you will be back home. We trek to the first Campsite Shingra.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camp at Shingra
Walking time 5 hours. In the morning, pack up and trek on ice of the Frozen Zanskar River – The Chadar, as we continue towards our second camp at Tibb Cave. The Zanskar Valley is the most isolated in the Trans-Himalayas and that true sense of remoteness will become all the more evident as we approach our camp. After walking for 3 hours, stop for hot lunch and rest.
Today, the route will get tortuous and will offer more of zig-zag crossings as the valley gets narrower. But sometimes surprises await you in the evenings at camp.
Arrive at Tibb Cave for overnight stay.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camp at Tibb Cave
Walking time 5-6 hours. As usual with the sunrise, pack up and start walking on the ice – The Chadar.
We will encounter some spots of hot spring where the ice may not be strong and needs to be checked by the guide. If the ice is weak, we may have to climb a small peak to avoid River Crossing.
Trek on the frozen River till Neyrak – one of the windiest places around. Come across some stunning Frozen Waterfalls on this day. The Frozen Waterfall is nature’s masterpiece in itself and attracts lots of trekkers from across the globe.
Here, you will come across an old, dilapidated bridge on the river, claimed by the villagers to be more than 1,000 years old.
Arrive at Neyrak and settle in your camp for overnight stay. Neyrak village is situated just above a small cave where we plan to setup the camp. If we reach on time, you might like to trek to the village too.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camp at Neyrak
Walking time 4-5 hours. Trek back to Tibb. We will be retracing our steps back to the previous campsites. The most astonishing fact about the Chadar Trek is its ever-changing nature. Though you have trekked the same way back, you will still be amazed at how different the trail and surroundings look on the way back.
You will see a lot of locals around, and will be surprised to see how these people have adapted to such harsh temperatures & lifestyle and endured all this with a smile.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camp at Tibb
Walking time 5 hours. Today will be much safer and easier comparing to the previous days. Take it easy, capture as many experiences as you can; these are the moments that will be itched in your memories for a lifetime.
We will be just concluding the Trek; this one would be a penultimate day over the Chadar.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camp at Shingra
of Trek): Walking time 2 hours. Trek for couple of hours until Bakula/ where the road begins. Vehicle will be ready to drive back to Leh (2-3 hours).
Pamper yourself with a much needed hot ehow- er and a great dinner.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner;
Accommodation: shantl Nest Similar.
Morning after an early breakfast, we will wansfer you to the airport to board your onward flight, with memories of ALifetimeTrip.
**You might like to extend the trip for a couple more days to visit the Frozen Pangong/Khardungla pass (Day Trips/Overnight Stays). You can speak to our customer representatives for customizing the same.
Centrally Heated Shanti Nest / Similar on Double Occupancy Basis at Leh. Tent sharing for 5 – 6 people (it keeps you warm too). Note: In case the trek is discontinued due to unavoidable natural circumstances, the decision of the Trek Guide/Captain is final. Guests will bear all accommodation expenses on their own when they get back to Leh.
This is not your regular trek itinerary. We have included an up market accommodation in Leh with a view to cater even the most faint-hearted individuals. We limit to 12 Persons only with personalized attention. We have even served Chicken, Fish & Chole Puri during our previous treks.
Our services and modus operandi can be starkly differentiated on ground.
| We | Other |
| * We use special Double Layer Sleeping Bags which can be used upto -50 deg Celsius and is generally used by Indian Army at higher altitudes. | * They use sleeping bags of temperature range -10deg Celsius. |
| * Porter to carry your personal luggage is included in total price. In case you want to carry your own luggage to save on cost, kindly subtract INR 6000 from the final payment amount. | * You need to pay extra for the porter. |
| * Meals served are vegetarian, non-vegetarian and Chinese. Our last group was surprised to eat Palak Paneer, Momos, Manchurians, Puri Chana, mutton on the tour. They were literally taken aback when the head chef baked chocolate cake for a trekker who had anniversary on the trip. | * Meals served are basic and vegetarian only. |
| * Airport return transfers included in price pay-able. | * Airport transfers not included. |
| * Breakfast and Dinner included when you stay at Leh. | * No Meals for your stay at Leh. |
| * Your stay at Leh is in a luxury, centrally heated and comfortable hotel. | * The stay at Leh is in a basic guesthouse |
| * ALTOA (All Ladakh Tour Operator Association) Fees Permission, wildlife tax, environment tax, forest permits and camping charges included in price payable. | * ALTOA (All Ladakh Tour Operator Association) Fees Permission, wildlife tax, environment tax, forest permits and camping charges are charged extra. |
| * Tents used for stay are dome type, or Alpine tents of higher size (10ftX12ft). These tents can accommodate more people (4-6), more the num- ber of people, warmer it becomes during such cold weather. There is more space to walk inside the tent | * Tents used are good for maximum of two people, and it feels chilly. |
| * GST 5% included | * GST 5% extra payable |
In this very difficult time of a global pandemic, we have all been locked up in our houses for nearly six months. With work from home taking a toll on our mental health, decluttering your mind and relaxing your mind is of utmost priority. Hence, a holiday is a must to destress your mind and what better place than Rajasthan.
Considering the fact that Covid-19 is very much prevalent, several travel agencies and hotels are now taking the necessary safety precautions to ensure customers are provided with an uninterrupted experience. Furthermore, it should be our responsibility to keep our safety and hygiene as a topmost priority while travelling in these current times.
Hence, we have curated a list of places one can visit in Rajasthan. Several locals and travel bloggers have confirmed that the best time to visit Rajasthan is the months of November to February. As the temperatures lower down, tourists feel much more comfortable to sightsee various places. Usually, the scorching summer heat hardly invites any tourists to Rajasthan as its dry climate makes it difficult for people to spend long hours outside in the sun. Hence, chilly winter days are the perfect match for tourists.
The arrival of the winter season makes Rajasthan the most visited destinations from November to February with temperatures falling to nearly 10 degrees to 0 degrees. Furthermore, it offers a picturesque view of various destinations based in Rajasthan such as Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Jaipur and Mount Abu. Additionally, the state offers a visual treat with its lakes and Mahals along with a deep cultural experience for tourists.
Rajasthan offers a luxurious stay in elegant Havelis and praiseworthy paintings and handicrafts. Read on to know more about noteworthy places to visit this winter season!
Mount Abu is possibly the only hill station in Rajasthan which is perfect for the winter season as it offers peace and rejuvenates your mind. It is a mesmerising climb for those interested in hiking and taking up difficult trekking terrains.
Also, Mount Abu is deeply rooted in the Hindu Mythology hence attracting several visitors. Its beauty and the climb will surely leave you longing for more. Additionally, several tourists love spending time at Gaumukh temple. The sunset from Mount Abu is a visual treat for everyone.
Moreover, the winter festival that occurs every year in Mount Abu is a must-try. It offers a cultural ride with amusing dance performances, competitions, concerts and breathtaking fireworks. The festival is nothing less than a beautiful painting. You can end the day by visiting the Nakki lake, one of the most popular lakes in Rajasthan.
One can expect cultural performances such as Ghoomar and Sufi Kathak, hot-air ballooning, kite flying and poetry reading to be a part of this winter festival which occurs during the end of December (29th-30th).
As we all know Jaisalmer is situated in the heart of The Thar Desert which is renowned as “The Great Indian Desert”. Jaisalmer, also known as the Golden City, offers the Jaisalmer Fort, prestigious Jain heritage and its temples. One such must-visit place in Jaisalmer is the Sam Sand Dunes. It is a remarkable place to visit during January considering its mesmerising winter festival.
Additionally, its thrilling desert safari, Jeep safari and camel safari are well-known among tourists. One can enjoy dune bashing at Sam Sand Dunes if you are into adventurous activities. Needless to say, the sunset from the deserts is a beautiful sight, and its serene environment will keep you in awe.
The Jaisalmer Fort and its ancient history is a delight for anyone interested in knowing about medieval history. Its sand-coloured walls and elegant structure will keep you yearning. Additionally, the city is flooded with beautiful Havelis and museums that have tales of the royalties that stayed there. A must visit Haveli is Patwon-Ki-Haveli for its breathtaking architecture and beauty.
Udaipur is surrounded by nearly seven lakes hence making it well known as the city of lakes in India. Of these, five lakes have been included in the restoration project of the Government of India called the National Lake Conservation Plan (NLCP). They are Fateh Sagar Lake, Doodh Talai Lake, Swaroop Sagar Lake, Rangasagr and Lake Pichola. Apart from this, Udaipur is known for its palaces and historic forts, gardens and architectural temples.
The chilli winter days and the breathtaking view of Lake Pichola is the best way to start your day. Udaipur is the perfect spot if you are looking for a luxurious and relaxing holiday. Its picturesque view makes it an excellent option for a romantic holiday.
With its ancient temples and rich traditions, it has something for everyone. It is home to some of the most famous fairs and festivals that portray the beauty of its culture through artefacts, pieces of jewellery, folk dances and handicrafts. The possibilities in Udaipur are endless with wildlife sanctuaries, beautiful museums and palaces.
Jodhpur is renowned for its royal and beautiful forts and palaces that are well-known among travellers. Often, tourists visit these attractions to understand more about their culture and Rajput history. The walls of the fort and palaces speak volumes of the tales and the battles that were fought in history, thereby offering us several learnings to keep in mind.
The major attractions in Jodhpur are Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan and its garden, Jaswant Thada which offer both luxury and peace. Jodhpur also offers beautiful sunrise and sunset, especially during the winter season. Additionally, Kesariyaji Temple and Jagdish Temple offer a divine and spiritual detox for those seeking to take a peaceful holiday and relax in silence. It is a holistic experience for the entire family, including kids and is a must-visit if you are planning to go to Rajasthan.
Jaipuris the largest city and is well-known as the pink city because of the colour scheme of its buildings. It is a popular destination among tourists and is home to UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Amber Fort and Jantar Mantar. It is an ideal place to visit during those chilly winter mornings.
Several tourists visit Jaipur to know more about its history, jewellery and its artefacts and admire its architecture. Its rich culture offers tourists Hawa Mahal, a government-run Museum and an art gallery based in Viratnagar.
Moreover, the bustling bazaars are known for its antiques and beautiful handicrafts. Additionally, Jaipur is well known for its Jaipur Literature Festival, where thousands of renowned writers and literature lovers visit. It usually takes place between January 21st to 25th of every year. Moreover, Amer Fort and The Royal City Palace is a must-visit to appreciate the lives lived by the royalties.
So, if you are eagerly planning your next vacation for the coming holiday season, then Rajasthan is your place to be. It is a perfect getaway for your family, especially with the onset of winter seasons. Known for its palaces, museums and festivals, there is something that suits everyone’s palette.
Also, considering the challenging year we all have had, we all deserve a short break to spring back to life. Additionally, it’s a must to take care of your safety by carrying enough masks and sanitisers with you. Also, following necessary hygiene procedures will keep you and your loved ones safe.
It is a widely deemed fact that the wisest individuals among us are those who are the most well-travelled. And well, why shouldn’t it be? At the core of human existence, lies our ability to perceive varying experiences, and draw our observations from them in the process. And nothing other than the act of travelling holds the ability to conjure such diverse experiences for us. If you’re a woman who has been bitten by the travel bug, the importance of a solo female trip is most certainly not lost on you. Not only is it an opportunity for you to experience myriad cultures and destinations but also a chance to embark on a journey of self-discovery. Listed below, thus, is a list of curated destinations that should definitely feature on your map if you are a solo female adventurer in India.
Pondicherry is the perfect getaway destination for anyone wishing to escape the mundane din of their everyday life and get in touch with their spiritual self. Its French-inspired composite culture coupled with its serene beaches and vibrant colonies instantly endears it to travellers all across the globe. If it is your first solo trip, then Pondicherry should be your go-to destination. The quaint French colonial settlement that defines itself between the indulging banter of its Parisian cafes and the reflective serenity of the ashrams at Auroville promises to give you an experience like none other. Additionally, the French culture pervades into the cuisine of the city as well, making it home to some of the most cherished delicacies out there.
Entrenched in the lap of the Eastern Himalayas and replete with the inimitable splendour of its lofty, snow-capped peaks, Sikkim has rightly earned itself the epithet of “Abode of the Gods”. If anyone’s looking to whip up the motivation for solo trip, a simple Google search of Sikkim on the world wide web should suffice. The region’s rich Buddhist culture joins hands with its untampered forests and mesmerizing waterfalls to announce itself as one of the most prime travel destinations within the country. Additionally, the ethnic Nepali cuisine of the place gives your roving taste buds the experience of a lifetime.
As a travel destination, Munnar is as popular among university students and college graduates, as it is among families and solo travellers. A substantial portion of it has to do with the scope of safe travel experience that one gets to avail here, thanks to the cheery nature of its hard-working and honest inhabitants. Located in God’s Own Country, Kerala, the lush greenery of Munnar coupled with its majestic landscape and tea plantations serves as a welcome change of sight for anyone who’s grown increasingly tired from the hubbub of the concrete jungles. Monsoon should be your season of choice, should you wish to witness Munnar at the peak of its grace and glory.
Widely regarded as the cultural capital of Karnataka, Mysore abounds in awe-inspiring places of heritage and architectural marvels of palaces which adds generously to the timeliness aura of the region. It is noted mostly for attracting tourists in flocks at the time of the epochal Mysore Dasara, a 10-day festival celebrated annually during the occasion of Navratri, that transforms the otherwise peaceful city into a spectacle of endless merrymaking and indulgence. The highly famous Mysore silk sarees, along with its diverse coterie of other handicrafts and artifacts, is another very compelling reason for solo female travellers to narrow in on Mysore as their destination of choice.
Hailed as the spiritual and religious capital of India, Varanasi has over time carved a reputation for itself for according its guests the opportunity of seeking out new beginnings in familiar endings. Punctuated with temples and transcendental ghats, a single trip to the city is more than enough to arm you with a whole new perspective of the world around you. The beauty of the city lies in the fact that at no time does it labour to let go of its small-city charm even as it seamlessly embraces the nuances of its composite culture that finds equal refuge in the city on account of its bustling population of visitors from the western part of the world.
Home to the Namgyal Monastery, residence-in-exile of none other than the Dalai Lama, a visit to Mcleod Ganj offers you an insight into a whole different realm altogether. Known as “Little Lhasa” or “Dhasa” owing to its sizable Tibetan population, one can see Tibetan flags waving proudly throughout the streets of Mcleod Ganj. As a result, visitors get to experience from close angles the acute cadences of Tibetan cuisine and partake in the cultural activities that are prevalent in the region. Even though Mcleod Ganj is known for its prompt indulgence of adventure seekers, it is a safe haven for tourists of all kinds owing to the strong sense of community that flourishes in the region.
The Yoga capital of the world, along with its numerous ashrams and meditation centres, is also quite well recognized for its wide repertoire of adventure sports, including the likes of bungee jumping and river rafting. Rishikesh thus falls among the ranks of those select few travel destinations, that provide one with the right mix of spirit and soul. What else can one ask for? Unwind at a yoga retreat at the break of the day, and proceed to take an adrenaline-fueled dive, where you are hanging by a thread, quite literally! Compared to other tourist destinations, Rishikesh is relatively unexplored and less frequented, which makes it a safe spot for solo female travellers as well. Additionally, Rishikesh is also the perfect destination for all trekking enthusiasts out there.
Nainital has consistently managed to make its count among the most frequented hill stations in the country, owing to its incredibly scenic landscapes and its chilly weather. Of course, no description of Nainital can ever be complete without a mention of the visually arresting Naini Lake, which on its own is perhaps responsible for half the tourist traffic in the region. Additionally, Nainital also abounds in multiple picturesque temples that are as effective for unwinding as they are for sight-seeing. Shopaholics can help themselves to a wide variety of souvenirs at the local Tibetan
Noted worldwide for its distinguished tea industry, Darjeeling also plays host to a variety of other attractions that feature it among the most sought after travel destinations in the country. Fondly referred to as the “Land of the Celestial Thunderbolt”, the visual poetry of the region coupled with its exceedingly pleasant weather allows Darjeeling to offer an exceptionally charming hill station experience to tourists. The spiritual nerve of Darjeeling endears it among solo travellers for it accords them the opportunity to tap into their inner conscience sans any inhibitions.
Formerly known as the summer capital of British India, Shimla continues to find mention among the most cherished tourist destinations in India. Home to a horde of adventure sports, Shimla also boasts of Asia’s only open-air ice skating rink. The breathtaking spectrum of the region’s flora and fauna makes the region a sight to behold for sore eyes. It makes it the perfect escape destination for travellers and soul-searchers alike.
Pull Quote – Don’t follow the trend, start one!
Getting married this year? Well, apart from all the other details, the first discussion between couples and their families is always around the wedding destination.
You have been fantasizing about your fairy-tale wedding and it’s finally time to plan it. You’ve always dreamt of an exclusive and unique wedding. You and your partner are fervently searching for the perfect place to take those eternal vows of togetherness.
A royal wedding, a beach wedding, or a mountain wedding, whatever is it that you are looking for, why not ditch the regular places and explore the untapped destinations.
While we are all for a grand royal wedding in Rajasthan, or a beach wedding in Goa, here, we enlist the lesser-known and the yet-to-be-discovered destinations that could be ideal for couples looking for something ‘Hatt-Ke!’
Nestled in the foothills of Garhwal Himalayas with the River Ganges flowing across the city and the frequent ringing of the temple bells playing as the backdrop music, the landscape and the calming vibe of Rishikesh is enough to convince any couple to start the journey of their lives from here.
Also, choosing to get married in the lap of a holy place doesn’t limit the adventures you can seek. Breaking away from the norm of the city tour for your guests, you can take your wedding itinerary a step further by including thrilling activities like river rafting in it.
One of the exotic locales of India, Khajuraho is known for the majestic sculptures depicting eroticism in all its aesthetics and glory. Situated in Bundelkhand, MP, it is enlisted as the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
A true artistic architecture lineage of India, Khajuraho is one of the most offbeat places in India to exchange your wedding vows. Be it an intimate wedding that you are planning or an extravagant one, Khajuraho should be on top of your wedding destination list as it offers five-stars to budgeted properties and is well-connected by land and air.
Another gem in Madhya Pradesh, Orchha is a striking alternative for couples looking for a royal wedding outside Rajasthan.
Huddled with stunning palaces, and age-old temples, Orchha is located just at a fifteen-minute drive from Jhansi. Situated alongside Betwa River, choosing Orchha as your wedding destination presents you with the opportunity of an exotic riverside wedding with larger-than-life monuments taking the backdrop of your wedding pictures.
Imagining your wedding day amid mountains? Dalhousie is the perfect destination for you! Unlike Shimla, Dalhousie is not overcrowded with tourists and can offer a tranquil wedding experience to the couple and guests.
Just imagine taking the pheras under a starlit sky and fairy lights all around you, wouldn’t it be a perfect fairytale wedding? Still an unexplored wedding destination, it’s ideal for couples who dare to be different.
If you and your partner are beach babies, this one is for you! Beach weddings in India should not mean Goa weddings. Give it a ditch with Vizag, Visakhapatnam.
Clean beaches, breathtaking valley views, charming sanctuaries, Vizag can be a beautiful choice for a beach wedding with serene decor and tropical theme.
Well, we understand that it’ll take time to zero down on your wedding venue, but you can start exploring these places according to your budget, ease-to-reach, accommodation factors, etc.
Looking for a wedding planner to help you discover the best wedding destination and venue that matches your tastes and preferences? Get in touch with Suitcase Diaries, a wedding planning specialist in the market with rich experience in managing offbeat destination weddings.
Is your company planning a conference in another city? Are you getting married? Looking to host a celebration party? Are you an industry association outlining a B2B exhibition event?
Your reason for organizing any event may vary but the fundamental need for professional event planning services remains the same. There are multiple elements and little details to look into for any event. So, hiring an event manager is an intelligent choice for successful and smooth execution of any type of event.
Let us give you not one, two or three, but seven consequential reasons for bringing on board an event planner for your next event.
Running an event is a complex exercise. Experienced event planners have a well-connected network of suppliers and vendors allowing them to negotiate and avail better prices from them. If you individually plan the event, you not only overspend but tend to invest a lot of time coordinating everything. Thus, an event organiser can save you a considerable amount of time and money.
Apart from well-proven and tested event themes and formats for foolproof event organizing, event planners can also conceptualise exclusive events as per your specific requirements. Depending on your budget, event timeline, and distinct needs, event planners can suggest creative event ideas backed by logic, reasoning, and most importantly, their possible execution.
The whims and fancies of the clients, especially, couples planning their weddings can make them forget their event budgets putting the family or the business entity under unnecessary financial strain. Having an event planner on board can really help keep you grounded and well-within the budgets through intricate planning.
Hiring an event manager comes with the benefit of advanced technological support for your event which not only amps up the vibe of the entire event but also drastically reduces the chances of manual discrepancies. Arrangement of various event-specific supporting services, for example, websites for business events, AV technologies at the events, social media profiles for weddings, etc., can also be efficiently accommodated by the event organizers.
All the planning boils down to how the event is executed on the D-day. With an event planner by your side, you can focus on attending to the guests and carrying out your core tasks, as they take care of all the event-related activities. Managing the event staff, coordinating with the caterers, synchronization of AV needs, lighting effects, and all the other details are managed by the event planner to help you host a glitch-free and memorable event.
The best part of hiring event planners is that they understand the importance of backup plans. A lot can go wrong during events. Period. And, a good event planner always has contingency plans in place to mitigate the event risks like power failure, medical emergencies, etc..
Due to the many broad and little elements involved, managing an event is undoubtedly a stressful job. Doing it by yourself can lead to late nights, anxiety, and even headaches when you see the event date fast approaching. Therefore, giving it to an event management company can relieve you of all this stress as for them, it is their day-to-day work and they are highly skilled at handling all the activities with expertise.
Be it a wedding, a birthday, an anniversary celebration, or any business or marketing-related event, it is highly recommended to have a trusted and reliable event organizer on board that can make your event a success and leave your guests or attendees with an experience that they cherish forever.
Suitcase diaries, a customized event planning company can help people plan and execute A-Z details of the event. Get in touch with one of our experts today for planning your next event.
Quoting Oscar Wilde that ….
“Live with no excuses and travel with no regrets” is true for this moment, tomorrow and will always remain the same.
We all love travel, to explore the unknown. Hence for a perfectly planned travel itinerary & an incredible experience, one surely needs a good travel advisor on the go. But why pick/choose an offline travel consultant over the giant OTA’s ~ the online travel agents ?
PERSONALISED SERVICE & CUSTOM PLANS
Advocating travelers to unleash the full potential of every holiday is always a priority. Personal interaction helps you to be specific about your needs and customize vacation with utmost perfection. Customers are not forced to comply with an established service model and have the liberty to take things at their own pace.
EXPERIENTIAL TRAVEL IDEAS
An OTA dealing with thousands visiting their portals can never curate an EXPERIENCE-BASED travel itinerary for you wherein they are keen to make the numbers. However, a travel expert would take pride in suggesting such unique experiences which enhance & satiate your travel fetish.
GAMUT OF KNOWLEDGE
Imagine your itinerary being curated by a freshly recruited call-center staff versus an experienced traveler himself who knows the destination inside-out and gives you insights on the minutest facets of your travel plan.
SAVES TIME
TIME IS MONEY could not be more relevant than when planning your own travel. You must have been through the tedious task of surfing for hours on the internet without concluding anything substantial. From extensive travel research, ready plans, multiple comparisons, tedious booking process to final payment & reservation, a travel expert offers you seamless options that save you the invaluable time & effort on your well-earned weekends and/or after long working hours.
SAVES UNWANTED EXPENSES
You must have experienced spending endless hours on OTA’s, reaching the payment page during checkout only to find out the stepped-up prices due to additional taxes & convenience charges, payment processing fees etc. An Offline agent would save you such unwanted expenses.
BEST DEALS
An offline consultant is constantly connected with Hotels, Airlines etc. on a personal level and has best deals to offer unlike the OTA’s who sell on pre-fixed rates which may be outdated. Offline travel consultants are transparent with prices & are more likely to open their cupboards to offer the best deal available for you including perks such as complimentary room upgrades etc.
REAL TIME INDUSTRY UPDATES
As per research, approximately 62% of people have no clue about the destination when they begin to plan a vacation. An in-depth & thorough knowledge of the industry, global destinations, cultures, best time to visit along with other regular updates are some of the many perks that an offline travel advisor ensures for their clients while making their travel plans.
CUSTOMER CENTRIC
A focus on customer preference keeps you in control of your travel plans, and you are not forced to avail what you do not desire. A conscious effort to create a fulfilling customer experience keeps you on the forefront.
COST EFFICIENT
A traveler must spend only as much to make it worth. Offline consultants maintain the price stability without creating a false sense of urgency such as “1 room left” or “73 others are looking at this hotel”, holds up prices for you for at least a day & ultimately offers an overall stress-free experience. What more can a traveler ask for?
QUICK RESPONSE WITH 24/7 ASSISTANCE & FRIENDLY APPROACH
Travel agents come to your rescue much sooner than the online personnel. If your booking or flight gets cancelled or if you want to reschedule your plans, it would be much easier to reach your travel agent whom you simply need to message or directly call for a friendly conversation. In contrast, you would definitely remember that time when you waited for hours on call-center of an OTA without getting any assistance. Most OTA’s have now even stopped talking directly to their customers and expect them to communicate only via online applications & emails.
RESPONSIBLE & RELIABLE
When you know a person directly, you can hold him responsible and rely upon if anything goes awry, however in case of online agents you have no clue who’s on the other side and you cannot hold anyone responsible.
CONVENIENT PAYMENT TERMS
With the possibility of availing input credit for GST, would you want to miss an opportunity for the same? Online OTA’s allow you only one opportunity to fill in your GST details else you cannot make amends later. However, an offline agent would always accommodate your subsequent requests and also offer convenient payment options such as collecting a cheque from your office or even cash payment.
So give it a real thought & make your own choice as to what you stand to gain or lose by opting for an OTA or an ‘offline’ travel advisor or consultant.
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