by hungrysurgicalresident | Apr 16, 2017 | Asia Pacific, India, Subcontinent, Travel Diaries
There has been a slow but steady migration of tourists from the erstwhile hill stations of India. Shimla used to be the prime honeymoon destination for every newlywed middle-class couple in India. But today, the four laned roads leading towards Shimla are choked with... 
by hungrysurgicalresident | Apr 16, 2017 | Asia Pacific, India, Subcontinent, Travel Diaries
Why I don’t like the hills? Well, I have never been a big fan of hill stations. But my parents have always scheduled their itineraries around hill stations. India had quite a few important hill stations. But with the rampant growth that has been purported in... 
by Snigdha | Apr 11, 2017 | Asia Pacific, India, Subcontinent, Travel Diaries
Being a foreigner, India can be a traumatic and confusing place to travel in. My Indian travel guides will give you a lowdown on what to do so as to make your travel in India a memorable experience. Amer Fort or Amber fort is one of the major forts in Jaipur. Situated... 
by Snigdha | Apr 11, 2017 | Asia Pacific, India, Subcontinent, Travel Diaries
The Taj Mahal is one of the seven Wonders of the World. But as a foreigner, it is one of the places to be looted easily. Although the beauty of the Taj is for all to see, the number of touts and businesses that have sprung around every nook and corner is irritating... 
by hungrysurgicalresident | Apr 7, 2017 | Food Trails, India, Subcontinent, Travel Diaries
As I emerged from the Gate no.2 of the Chandni Chowk Metro Station, I reflected on the changing nature of guiding tourists through a city. My Bengali middle-class family was always eager to travel and bargaining with guides for a local tour was something that I had... 
by hungrysurgicalresident | Feb 23, 2017 | Asia Pacific, Heritage Hotels, Hotel Reviews, Hotels & Spas, India, Subcontinent, Travel Diaries
The royal families of Rajasthan led a lavish life indeed. With magnanimous forts, colourful jewellery and stories of valour, the Rajputana were one of the most prominent ruling clans of the world. The colours and culture of the Rajputana empire still endures in...
