Chand Baori, a “do not miss” while visiting Jaipur

Stepwell in Abhaneri

Have you heard the term “stepwell”? For the ones who are not aware of this term or know what exactly this word means, let me sum it up in one sentence. Stepwell = brains+beauty 😀 On a more serious note, a stepwell is a well where the water is reached by a series of steps. … Read more

Food and Spa Experience At InterContinental Chennai

A day at ICC

Because of the travel bug, I can stay put in a place only for a short while and all I think about all the time is where to go next, how to get there, when is the best time, etc. Narayanan, on the other hand, can stay in one place forever, but then he likes … Read more

Very soon, you’ll be able to “legally” fly a drone in India

Legally flying a drone in India

Preethika loves fancy shots with amazing scenery in the background. Well, who doesn’t? So, a couple of months before our 10 day trip to Thailand, we decided to buy a drone. Of course we knew that it was illegal to fly a drone in India, but we knew many who owned and used one, so … Read more

Your Guide To Jaipur, A Land Which Defines History

All about Jaipur

Rajasthan has been in my favourite list for a long time now. In some sense, Rajasthan is my new Kerala. Ask me how many days I have spent there and the reply is less than two weeks. Now you may ask, “such short time and a favourite”? Yes, in such short span and having explored … Read more

Hotel Review: Shahpura House, Jaipur

Inside Shahpura in Jaipur

I’m glad that my husband and I have started exploring luxury hotels off-late. When I say luxury hotels, let’s not immediately draw heavy numbers that will be shooting our pockets down. When we plan in advance (that’s what we do in most cases), you can be sure of finding some great deals. Ladies and Gentlemen, … Read more

This is how I spent five days in Andaman Islands, and so can you!

Port Blair, Havelock and Neil Island

If you are looking for a place to relax and enjoy nature to the fullest – you will be happy that you have zeroed in on Andaman Islands. Andaman and Nicobar Islands are one of the seven Union Territories of India. Comfortably seated on the Bay of Bengal, Andaman and Nicobar consists of more than … Read more

Kurialacherry House – A hidden gem of a homestay in Alleppey

Kurialachery House in Kerala

This is a guest post by my friend Gayathri Chandrasekhar. She stayed at Kurialacherry House, a homestay in Alleppey, Kerala, and a property that she loved so much that she decided to pen her experience. Read on. I have been a sucker for rustic rural travel experiences. It unravels you to a different way of … Read more

Exploring Havelock Island, things to do and places to see

Havelock Island in Andaman

In my previous post, I had covered everything one needs to know while visiting Port Blair. After Port Blair, the next destination that anyone goes to, is none other than the famous Havelock Island. Let’s just say that a trip to Andaman Islands is never complete without stepping foot in Havelock. Dive in, shall we? View … Read more

When it is about InterContinental Chennai, it is all about the Sunday Brunch

As some of you might have noticed, we’ve been sharing a lot of pics and videos from InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort. For those who haven’t guessed yet, Passing Ports has partnered with InterContinental Chennai to bring together a series of events, and we started off with their Sunday Brunch. Read more: Food Review: InterContinental Bangkok floored … Read more

Exploring Andaman Islands – Port Blair, things to do and places to see

Chidiya Tapu near Port Blair

Andaman and Nicobar Islands in India are one of the most beautiful places that every Indian should visit at least once in their lifetime. The beaches in Port Blair or any of the other islands in Andaman for that matter are a treat to the eyes and food for the soul. I usually hate comparing places … Read more