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Kashmir Travelogue – A Few Days in Paradise

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This article, and the next ones in the series, are an account of my first visit to Kashmir. While writing this Kashmir Travelogue, I am really hoping to give you a true picture of how you can plan a trip here, things you should keep in mind, places you must explore, and experiences that you must gain. Forbidden paradise is what I was calling it before the trip actually. My thoughts on Kashmir were the same as the rest of the world. The very idea of visiting Kashmir makes people nervous and it did the same with me. But then things changed when I went and spent some time there, rode my bike through its valleys, and got talking to its people. My trip to Kashmir was much more than enjoying the lush green mountains and clicking numerous photos. It was an experience in itself, one that I will cherish for the rest of my life. If you have any questions, you can contact me on Instagram. For all other details on Kashmir like mobile connectivity, public transport, taxi services, and several other tips, please take a look at How to Plan a Trip to Kashmir – A Complete Travel Guide. For getting the best hotel rates, and taxi charges, and to organize your trip to Kashmir, you can speak with Kunal @ 9910 402 252. Give him my reference and you will surely get a discounted rate.Kashmir Travelogue The first time I landed in Srinagar was about a decade ago while returning from Ladakh. Was I nervous back then? Yes definitely. I stayed in the city for a night and got out first thing the next morning. The same routine followed in the coming years as well. Kashmir was just a stopover while we went riding to Ladakh. The only place I visited in all these years was Dal Lake in Srinagar city and that was pretty much it. Never did it occur to me to spend some time in Kashmir itself and visit the place that is known as a Jannat for its scenic beauty. But after exploring the Himalayan regions of Uttarakhand, Himachal, Ladakh, and Spiti for years, Kashmir was bound to happen sooner or later. Where to Go? It all really started with a simple idea and that too several months in advance. A close friend of mine, Shoaib, and I were talking about how it had been a long time since we were out on a long trip together. We agreed we must plan a trip to someplace new sometime soon. We talked about a few places and I suggested Kashmir, which neither of us had really been to. After that, there was not really much of a discussion and we both immediately agreed. Next came the question of when. Through my blog, I met a Srinagar Local a few years ago. Faisal runs a motorcycle rental agency in the city. I called him and he suggested that we should plan for either August or September as it would be all lush green then. Neither Shoaib nor I could afford to be away from work in September, and visiting Kashmir before or around the 15th of August did not sound like a good idea. Hence 3rd week of August was finalized.

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Vietnam Travel Guide

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There’s no bad time to visit Vietnam! It all depends on what you want to experience while in the country. March and April are generally the best months to visit, considering the lighter rainfall and pleasant temperatures! If you want to trek through the rice paddies in Sapa, August to December is an excellent time of year to go—temperatures will be warmer and you won’t have to worry about the thick fog blocking your view. May to October is the country’s monsoon season, and while it is the wet season, it still can be an expensive time to visit. If you’re traveling to coastal destinations, you’ll need to book your accommodation a few months in advance due to summer tourism demands. Vietnam in South East Asia is a country I adore. Ancient cities, fabulous food, fascinating culture and modern history. Then there’re the people, wonderful beaches, gorgeous scenery and those mad-crazy roads. There’s a lot about Vietnam to love. I’ve had four trips there so far, including a stint as joint tour leader and organiser for groups of 30 guests. You could say I’m well qualified to devise the perfect Vietnam itinerary. We’ve travelled Vietnam from north to south and from south to north. We’ve planned and booked each part of our trips ourselves, from hotels and restaurants to flights, transfers and visa. We do it this way for all our trips – it enables us to do exactly what we want when we want and it saves us money on tour operators. I’m sharing my Vietnam travel tips and everything I’ve learned about the country to help you easily plan your own epic Vietnam programme and help save you money and time. How many days is enough for Vietnam? So, how many days is enough for Vietnam? It makes sense for me to share my 2 week Vietnam itinerary as most people are working and only have a certain amount of leave,  It’s the minimum I’d recommend to pack in the best places to visit in Vietnam. It’ll be a busy two weeks but oh so worth it. If you have more or less time you can adjust for your schedule but I think two weeks to see the best Vietnam attractions is perfect for a first-timer.

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The Ultimate Travel Guide To Ladakh

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Ladakh is a remote place belonging to a northern Indian state, which for some reason doesn’t receive as many tourists as the rest of the country. I was wondering: Why is that i wonder? This region is a bit remote and of difficult access. Normally, people don’t know about it or haven’t even heard of it. Why? Maybe it’s because Hindu culture can’t be enjoyed here, which is one of the mains reasons for going to India. So what can you do and find in there? Ladakh is basically a Himalayan region where authentic Tibetan people live in. It’s often called the little Tibet, and for the Indians themselves, this is the best spot where to spend their vacations in India. Why? In India chaos rules, it’s overpopulated and there’s traffic everywhere. Ladakh is a different place which differs from all these stereotypes. Here you find peace and silence, which combined with the stunning Himalayan landscape and the Tibetan culture visible in every corner, sometimes you may even forget that you are actually in India. That being said,  the following Travel guide to Ladakh aims to provide you with detailed travel tips such as prices, accommodation, and transportation, as well as an overview of the main things to do and see, so you know what to expect upon your arrival in Ladakh. Top things to do in LadakhLadakh might be a small region within India, but it’s actually double the size of Switzerland. Nevertheless, the unpopulated mountains occupy most part of it. In my opinion, the top things to do and see in Ladakh are: Leh If you arrive by plane, the capital is going to be your first destination. Leh is a fantastic place to explore. Leh palace, the most iconic building of the city, is definitely worth a visit. You can also watch the sunset from Shanti stupa, visit Tibetan refugee markets or simply wander around its narrow alleys and streets. In Leh, you will get a first glimpse of what Tibetan culture is like.Nubra Valley A vast sea of sand dunes in the Himalaya itself. Can you believe it? Nubra Valley is a desert similar to those of Arabia but located at 4,000 meters above sea level and surrounded by the Himalayan range. Here you also find two-humped hairy camels. Tibetans claim that the origin of this desert comes from Tethys, a sea from the depths from which the Himalayas are supposed to have risen.

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