TRAVELOGUE

Sikkim - A Land Where Nature Smiles

Bluff river valleys wrapped in rhododendron forests, orchid carpets flung far and wide, preserved Tibetan culture with astounding views of the Eastern Himalayas. Sikkim is an incredibly diverse hub of natural and cultural wonder. Snuggled between Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet, Sikkim only became part of India in 1975, and much of it retains the feel of a remote Himalayan kingdom. Rustic Buddhist monasteries hanging from the cliffs, the horizon dominated by the glaciers on clear sky...

Jodhpur: The Crown Jewel of Marwari Tradition

Set on the edge of Thar Desert, Jodhpur was founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha and was the capital of erstwhile Marwar. Marwari culture known for its rich customs and traditions is best preserved in Jodhpur city. The language, the food, the dresses and even their famous breed of horses is called Marwari that are known for their valour and strength...

The Green Paradise of Kumarakom

When you need nature to heal you, Kumarakom is undoubtedly the most rejuvenating and fascinating paradise in Kerala. Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom is a small cluster of islands on the banks of this largest freshwater lake which borders Alleppey, Kottayam and Ernakulam. Slender swaying coconut trees, never ending paddy fields...
 

A Unique Indian Experience

Thank you - Manny, Balu, and everyone at Worldwide Adventures - for helping me see India with new eyes! And, it was through the eyes of India’s people that I caught a glimpse of her soul!

A land with over a billion people and thousands of years of history is inscrutable, yet, with time, explanation, and able guides, the visitor can move from stereotypes and prejudices...