It feels like winters have already made a cosy stop in Delhi and if you’re looking for an opportunity to escape to the hills and enjoy stunning views, and feel that Manali is calling out to you, we have discovered a property that will remove all shreds of doubt from your mind. Find out all about it below! 

Manali Calling | The Wisteria Villa is perched on a hilltop in the small hamlet of Nasogi in Manali, and this spectacular house set in wood & stone is perfect for that relaxing hilly getaway with your fam. This luxurious villa has 3 spacious bedrooms with attached balconies and huge windows overlooking the spectacular snow-clad mountains and verdant greenery.

The lavish homestay also has a verandah and a green lawn where you can sit and chat with your fam over some breathtaking views. But we haven’t even reached the best part yet - the villa also has a fireplace, and you can also enjoy a fun barbeque & bonfire night here! Sounds like a dreamy vacay, doesn’t it?

So, whether you wanna sit in the grand and vintage-like warm interiors or enjoy the fresh and chilled breeze as you sit on the verandah and sip on some wine, this homestay will surely leave you completely refreshed! Hurry now, and tell your fam about your exciting plans! 

Approximate Tariff | Rs 21,855 Onwards (As Recorded On 29th November, 2022)

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 It’s no wonder, then, this country has produced a galaxy of stars in the travel blogging field, who reveal their home country – and the world beyond – one post at a time. So if you’re ready to join them on their journey, here are the most popular travel bloggers from India.

1. Shivya Nath

Meet an adventurer on a mission to inspire other young women to travel solo and be independent. Shivya Nath achieves this through her trophy-garnering blog, The Shooting Star. Sharing her expertise and tips on how to travel like a local has earned her the title of Best Travel Blogger at the Indian Blogger Awards, and she continues to generate interest in off-the-beaten-track destinations. It’s always inspiring to learn of someone quitting the corporate life to work as a full-time traveler – and Nath’s life story is absolutely fascinating.

2. Karthik Reddy

In 2012, with his MBA in the bag, Karthik Reddy realized he was ready to leave his comfort zone and get out on the road. The passion soon led to the creation of his travel blog, Romancing The Planet, on which he shares travel stories and advice as well as his favorite photos. This is a blogger with a major appetite for world cuisines, discovering cultures, and meeting people. Check out his blog – it’s like having a (new) best friend helping you to gain the confidence to explore pastures fresh.

3. Anuradha Goyal

Blogging since 2004, Anuradha Goyal loves sharing ideas about her two biggest passions: traveling and reading. Her book reviews are listed under AnuReviews, and her travel stories appear on her other blog, Indicates. This bold traveler is a mine of practical information about getting around India, shedding light, for instance, on walking tours in some of the major cities. Able to recount tales of her international adventures with flair, Goyal is also the author of The Mouse Charmers—Digital Pioneers of India (2014).

4. Lakshmi Sharath

Not content with life as a successful media professional, the multi-talented Lakshmi Sharath added these strings to her bow: full-time traveler, blogger, journalist, and photographer. Check her out at Travel With Lakshmi, and you’ll be impressed with her experiences in India and internationally. Sharath has accepted a gong for India’s Best Travel Blog of the Year and through her posts has worked with major brands including Nokia, Airbnb, and Virgin Atlantic.

5. Arnab Maity                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    There’s a beautiful story behind Arnab Maity’s blog, The Wireless Wanderer. It began as a way to help Maity’s mother, who instilled in him her passion for traveling, to journey virtually with the aid of her son’s words and pictures. More and more followers began contacting Maity to tell him how decisively The Wireless Wanderer had inspired them to hit the road. And so the blog took on greater dimensions and significance. Maity’s aim is to show that travelling can be inexpensive, that working people can travel too, and, finally, that the people you meet while on the road have incredible stories to share and insights to offer.

6. Parnashree Devi
                                                                                                                                                                           Also known as Shree, Devi is a travel blogger from Assam, who started My Travel Diary to share her personal travel stories. What shines through is the originality of her observations. She loves exploring remote corners of the world, getting to know local people, tasting their food, and learning about different ways of life. Devi hopes that, through her blog, she can inspire others to pack their bags and travel out of their comfort zones.

7. Shalu Sharma

  Shalu Sharma is one of the most knowledgeable travel bloggers we’ve come across, writing with poetic fluency and insight about her much-loved home country, India. This proud housewife and mum from Bihar, the eastern state bordering Nepal, is devoted to the outdoors, sightseeing and India travels, which she writes about whenever she finds the time. Her aim is to provide travelers to India with factually correct, valuable information, including places of interest, best times to visit, what to pack, vaccination requirements, and everything in between.

8. Sankara
Sankara is among the top travel bloggers in India, and his motorcycle adventures have found their way into media outlets as diverse as BBC Worldwide, The Times of India, and National Geographic. BE ON THE ROAD is a forum for a stack of topics, including meat-free cuisine (Sankara is vegetarian), wildlife holidays, unique cultures, and visas for Indian travelers. If you’re looking to journey efficiently on a budget – especially exploring India – you’ll find Sankara’s dispatches an indispensable source of great tips and information.

9. Ankita Sinha
This has to be one of the most stylish adventure blogs any web trawl could bring up. On Anki On The Move, the cool wanderer conveys what she encounters with singular beauty. Among other successes, Sinha has conducted Indian-traveller hook-ups in various cities, bringing like-minded people together for mutually beneficial idea exchanges. She has also won a couple of awards for her writing, and is known as one of the best adventure bloggers in the country. If you’re craving an adrenaline rush, this blog is the fix – Sinha has the lowdown on the most extreme adventure sports, including mountaineering, cliff jumping and zip lining.

10. Siddhartha Joshi

Say hello – and bon voyage – to another of India’s most successful travel bloggers. Siddhartha Joshi has an unshakeable belief in the power of traveling to break down barriers and make us more accepting of each other. It is the human moment he lives for – because he finds fulfillment and happiness through his many interactions with local people. Take a look at his impressive blog, The Wanderer, and you’ll feel his passion for the nations of the world.

11. Thommen Jose                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   We love the blog’s snappy name, Wandering – so let’s introduce the man behind it, Thommen Jose. This traveler’s posts are all about driving ecotourism, and focus on the challenges faced by local people – he highlights what we can do to better understand local culture and traditions while becoming more conscious, more responsible travelers. Development is at the heart of Jose’s ambition, and he’s gained quite a fan base by raising awareness among the wider travel community.

12. Deepak Patel
                                                                                                                                                               Technology lover Deepak Patel is a committed travel blogger – his tech leanings produced his blog, Travel N Thrill. He’s never happier than when exploring ancient places, which comes across, beacon clear, in his posts. From reading ancient scriptures and gazing at historic architecture, to reflecting on the priceless cultural heritage of India, Patel gives his exhilaration free rein. This blog is a perfect port of call if you’re a lover of history and culture, looking for considered insights into the most fascinating destinations in India.

13. Nisha and Vasu
                                                                                                                                                                       Nisha and Vasu are a dynamic blogger couple from Mumbai who photograph and write about their (extensive) global travels for their blog entitled Le Monde, the Poetic Travels. They’ve explore more than 45 countries, with Europe and Asia well covered, writing about some less generic angles, from the best group folk dances in a variety of Indian states, to the more mainstream pieces on where to celebrate Christmas in Switzerland. Their zesty words have also appeared on Lonely Planet, while Nisha has also made a video with Yahoo.

14. Shubham (Shoebum) Mansingka

In a search for relief from a serious asthmatic condition, Rajasthan-born Shubham (Shoebum) Mansingka travelled around India, from the Himalayas to Kerala, with a few forays abroad. He updates his followers on off-the-beaten-path places, and maintains a strong focus on sustainability as well as responsible tourism. The goal is always full immersion in local culture, spending very little and leaving no litter behind.

15. Mridula Dwivedi
Based in Gurgaon, North India, Mridula Dwivedi took 12 months out of her full-time job as a professor. One year turned into five as she sought more time to travel around India with occasional trips abroad. Her colourful blogs cover fascinating cultural aspects of her home country, such as the intricately carved Ramkund stepwell (pond) in Gujarat state. She also has intriguing lowdowns from journeys further afield, such as her trip to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam, focusing on food and museums.

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It’s the most romantic month of the year, February. Yep, it’s that time of the year again when love is in the air, couples are uniting for meet-cute moments, lavish dinner dates are planned, fresh flowers, chocolates, teddy bears and jewellery are gifted with love. Well, if cupid has struck you, then there can’t be a better time than Valentine’s Day to go for a romantic dinner date with bae. And Bangalore has plenty of romantic restaurants to ensure you have one of the most special times in your life. So, here are 6 of the most romantic restaurants in Bangalore for the perfect date night.

1. Khmer Kitchen In JP Nagar

Once the home and writing studio of the late actor, playwright, Girish Karnad, Khmer Kitchen is a fine-dining resto-bar serving Pan Asian and Cambodian delicacies. Khmer Kitchen is a paradise for the romantics thanks to the stellar ambience that houses an open courtyard and balcony, converted into cosy dining spaces, and hypnotizing architectural motifs hanging on the ceiling. Nestle in a quiet corner, with a glass of intoxicating cocktail and delectable sushi to keep the conversation flowing. This restaurant has one of the ambiences in Bangalore, make sure you book a table at least two days prior.

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2. Ambrosia In Rajarajeshwari Nagar

The key to calling a restaurant romantic undoubtedly lies in the ambience. At Ambrosia, you get to dine amid trees, beautifully lit with dreamy yellow lights, below the night sky dotted with twinkling stars. Feel the cool breeze and the pebbles touching your feet, as you drink your Sangria and guzzle down the lavish all-vegetarian menu. You can book a table in advance for a date night and get the experience customized to your liking, complete with a table strewn with rose petals, candle-light dinner experience and more.

3. Chavadi In Bannerghatta Road

Chavadi perched in a quiet lane near Bannerghatta Road often ranks as one of the most romantic restaurants in Bangalore thanks to the rooftop dining experience that it offers. The deck seating under the bamboo shed, central bar and a cosy seat near the warmth of the wood fire oven ensure you have a cherishable date night. At Chavadi, you can savour a platter of Continental, Italian, North Indian cuisines, paired with scintillating drinks. You might even spot a romantic proposal or anniversary celebration, if not your known. Now that’s special.

4. The 13th Floor In MG Road

Enjoy panaromic views of the city skyline, as you unwind with your significant someone on The 13th Floor in MG Road. This over 18-year-old resto-bar offers an unobstructed view of Bangalore city with a star-studded sky right above you. With lounge mixes, retro pop and rock ballads keeping you grooving for the evening, and dishes like Thai Crispy Chicken and Cocktail Prawns leaving you asking for more, it’s one of the best places in Bangalore for a romantic date night.

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5. Phobidden Fruit In Indiranagar

A personal favourite, Phobidden Fruit in Indiranagar is a haven for fine-dining cosy ambience and Vietnamese food. With an option of outdoor seating amid greenery and a beautifully decorated indoor one, Phobidden Fruit is a feel-good space that instantly puts you at ease. Tuck into Vietnamese delicacies like Pho, Banh Mi and Banh Cuon, as you sip a refreshing cup of Vietnamese coffee. It’s one of the best places in Bangalore for a cute date night that shall sweep you off its feet with its charm.

Lovely couples! These are some of the most romantic places in Bangalore for a perfect date night with bae, complete with a gorgeous ambience, candle-light dinner, great views, delectable food and refreshing spirits, hope you have a date night of your dreams.

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There’s something charming about sauntering around in the night. And no, we’re not talking about partying and raving for a fun nightlife. We’re referring to the quiet nights spent by a pristine lake, or even enjoying a hot cup of coffee in the moonlight at Marine Drive. Well, Kashmir Valley has its own version of nightlife with illuminated shikaras ( houseboats) glistening in the Dal Lake.

Dal Lake Filled With Illuminated Shikaras At Night

Kashmir’s department of tourism has taken vital steps to boost tourism in the nighttime as well. The union territory doesn’t have nightlife for decades as everything shuts by 8 pm and tourists visiting the valley are left with nothing to do. According to a report by Wion, 80 Shikaras on Dal Lake will be illuminated during the nighttime in a phased manner Eventually over 1000 Shikaras will be lit up by the department of tourism.

Houseboats Lit With Eco-Friendly, Solar Powered Lights

Interestingly, the lights installed on the houseboats are eco-friendly and solar-power-based. Mukhtar Ahmad, a Photographer, revealed to Wion that the illuminated Shikaras will not just enhance the look of Dal Lake and Kashmir Valley at night, but also help Shikara owners considerably. This will increase their working hours, thereby bringing in more business for them. Moreover, it will send a message that tourists have plenty to explore and experience in Kashmir even at night. Until you visit Kashmir, here’s a virtual tour of our Chief Editor embarking on a Shikara trip in Srinagar. 

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"Dear guests...Welcome aboard this historic flight, which marks a special event. Today, Air India officially becomes a part of...Tata Group again, after seven decades.", announced the pilots of Air India as Tata regained control over the airline after a span of 69 long years. Air India officially went back into the hands of Tata from the Government of India after a stressful period of financial crunch. The airline had come into existence in 1932 as Tata Airlines. The inaugural flight of the airline piloted by Jehangir Ratanji Dadabhoy Tata was India's first commercial flight. In 1946, Tata Airlines got renamed Air India. It was declared as the national airline in 1953. Here are 11 interesting facts to know about Air India: 

1. The founder of Tata Airlines ( today's Air India) Jehangir Ratanji Dadabhoy Tata, or J.R.D Tata is known as the father of Indian civil aviation. 

2. The first flight of Air India that had touched the skies on October 15, 1932, was the first commercial flight of India. J.R.D Tata had flown it from Karachi to Bombay via Ahmedabad.

3. J.R.D Tata was the first licensed pilot in India. 

4.  J.R.D Tata would come to his workplace without giving prior notice to the employees to ensure that everything was going well. 

5. The first logo of Air India, selected by J.R.D. Tata was a centaur. 

 5. In 1948, Air India ran its first-ever international flight from Mumbai to London with 35 passengers. The airline had become the first in Asia to operate flights to the west.

6. Air India was the first Indian airline to operate Jet aircraft. In 1962, it had become the first all-jets airline in the world. 

7. In 1967, Air India had gifted a creative ashtray designed by world-famous surrealist artist Salvador Dali to some first-class flyers. 

8. Former Prime Minister of India Rajiv Gandhi was a pilot of Air India before joining politics.

9. Air India had revolutionised luxury air travel by introducing its first Boeing 747-200B in 1971, named Emperor Ashoka. It was the swankiest airline of the time which also earned the title 'Palace of the Sky.' 

10. Air India had operated the biggest evacuation drive in history at the time of the Gulf War, bringing home around 111,000 Indian expatriates from Iraq and Kuwait in 1990. The operation got listed in the Guinness Book of World Record too. 

      

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