Wondering where to stay in Delhi, India’s vibrant but crazy capital? As the first port of call for many travellers to India and mixed reviews, trying to work out where is the best area to stay in Delhi for travellers can be overwhelming – which is what I help you solve in this guide. Read … Read more
Train travel in India has got to be one of the best experiences of journeying the subcontinent. Nothing quite beats sitting by a window, fresh chai in hand, enjoying the scenes of life that pass by. But, the Indian railways system is renowned for being overly complex and sometimes complicated – so we’re here to help set you … Read more
Agra needs no introduction to most visitors to India, but there is plenty to see beyond the Taj – read my Agra travel guide for all my top Agra travel tips for getting the most out of your time here, enjoying your stay, and discovering the best of Agra beyond the Taj (and crowds!) This … Read more
Just a few miles yet a world away from the hectic centre of Jaipur, Dera Amer Camp is a very special place to stay. Experience the beauty of the desert wilderness, nights under starry skies and the friendships of several rescued four-legged friends – all within India’s popular Golden Triangle. Read on to learn more … Read more
This Rajasthan Itinerary covers how to get the best out of your trip to India’s land of kings with the best places to visit, how to travel in Rajasthan, plus our tips for off-beat travel in Rajasthan and how to avoid the crowds! This post contains compensated affiliate links. You can read our full disclosure over here. Plan … Read more
One of the quintessential travel experiences in India, you don’t want to miss these: the best train journeys in India from luxury trains, toy trains and “regular” trips, from all around the country! Choosing the Best Train Journeys in India We don’t keep it much of a secret that hopping on a train is our … Read more
The urban coastal sprawl of Mumbai deserves more time than you might think. Our Mumbai Travel guide covers Mumbai Travel essentials, where to stay, things to do and much more. Mumbai Travel Guide Stepping off the train from Pune into the bustle of Fort and Colaba, it felt like I’d come home. The feeling was … Read more
This post was originally written to accompany my talk at Immersion Travel Magazine’s Sustainable Travel Summit. This post contains affiliate links. For more on affiliates please read my Editorial Policy. How to Avoid the Crowds on your Rajasthan Trip. Visiting India’s most touristed state, at the height of “tourist season” might not sound like the smartest … Read more
One of the highlights of north-western India, far too many travellers to India leave Amritsar off their lists. In this Amritsar travel guide we’ll take a look at why you should make the effort to come here, and what to do and see in this beautiful and historic city. This post may contain compensated affiliate … Read more
Varanasi calls many travellers to India, through its ancient mystery, spiritual power and intrigue. But a visit to Varanasi is not always plain sailing – use these Varanasi travel tips to get the best out of your visit to Varanasi. This post may contain compensated affiliate links. See our full disclosure here. Why Visit Varanasi? There … Read more
Chandelao Garh is a royal ancestral home about 40km from Jodhpur, and one of the best home stays I’ve visited in India. This post may contain compensated affiliate links. More info here. Chandelao Garh: A Royal Homestay in Rajasthan After a few weeks of exploring India’s most touristed state, Rajasthan, I felt I needed to … Read more
The perfect break from India’s bustling cities, our brief guide to Hampi looks at how to get the best out of your visit to Hampi. This is a guest post contributed by Karen Turner of Wanderlusting K. All photos in this post are copyright to Karen unless otherwise stated. This post may contain compensated affiliate … Read more
India, and her biggest city at that, may not seem like the obvious choice for sustainable travel, or for sustainable hotels. Finding sustainable hotels in Mumbai might sound like an unlikely prospect. India certainly has challenges with the state of her environment and with her environmental impact. The evidence is inescapable.. But look a little deeper, and … Read more
I’d like to thank Coconut Lagoon for hosting my stay with them. As always, the stories, experiences and opinions expressed here are purely my own. This post may contain affiliate links. For more information on what type of organisations I collaborate with, please read my Editorial Policy. Responsible Travel along the Kerala Backwaters The Backwaters are … Read more