Food Review: InterContinental Bangkok floored us with their food and service

Food at Intercontinental Bangkok

We don’t usually end up writing about food here on Passing Ports because while we are big time foodies, we are nowhere close to being food connoisseurs, and don’t take any effort in going that route. But having said that, there’s something that happened recently that has made us rethink that decision. That one thing … 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

4 Nights, 5 Days In Krabi, Things To Do And Places To See

Krabi in Thailand

Not many of you believe in trying out travel contests that come your way. I, on the contrary, will enter every travel contest that flashes itself in front of my face. One fine day, I entered TourRadar’s contest and guess what? Yes, I was lucky enough to win a 4 nights-5 days trip to Krabi. … 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

Staying at the InterContinental Bangkok – Hotel Review

InterContinental Bangkok Review

The more we explore South East Asia, the more surprises this side of the globe throws at us. This was my first trip to Thailand (Preethika had visited Bangkok before), and say you know by now, we had an awesome time rock climbing, kayaking and snorkelling in Krabi before checking out the quaint town of … Read more

Exploring Thailand: North to South of Thailand in 10 Days

Thailand in ten days

Thai people are more or less like Indians. We eat a lot, probably all day as the variety of food that’s available is in plenty. We shop till we drop, we have deep-rooted practices that we still continue to follow, temples so beautifully constructed, people are a mixed bag of emotions and the weather is … 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