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Offbeat Goa: Reis Magos Fort restored to charm
GoaTravel

Offbeat Goa: Reis Magos Fort restored to charm

WannabemavenApril 9, 2018

It’s unlikely to find Reis Magos Fort on a tourist’s wish-list of things to do in Goa. This partially works…

Who is Devi Ahilyabai and what is the history of Maheshwar town?
Madhya PradeshTravel

Who is Devi Ahilyabai and what is the history of Maheshwar town?

WannabemavenAugust 11, 2017

When I landed at the Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar airport in Indore, I was curious to know who is Devi…

Jodhpur: Mehrangarh Fort inside out
RajasthanTravel

Jodhpur: Mehrangarh Fort inside out

WannabemavenJuly 25, 2016

I was on a solo trip to Agra and Jodhpur, when I found myself at the Agra Cantt railway station reading…

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Visiting the world's three most famous monuments in Agra

WannabemavenJune 27, 2016

Somewhere in the Satpura Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh, I was sitting outside my tent and chatting with fellow campers…

History connects itself at Vajreshwari Temple
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History connects itself at Vajreshwari Temple

WannabemavenDecember 15, 2014

I visited Vajreshwari temple a couple of days back and was surprised to learn that the temple shares its history with…

Photo Essay: Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park – UNESCO World Heritage Site
GujaratTravel

Photo Essay: Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park – UNESCO World Heritage Site

WannabemavenOctober 13, 2014

50 km from Vadodara is a UNESCO World Heritage site that has not received its due. Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park is…

The Last Bungalow of Seven Bungalows Survives
Mumbai Travel GuideOffbeat MumbaiTravel

The Last Bungalow of Seven Bungalows Survives

WannabemavenOctober 4, 2014

Ever wondered why Seven Bungalows is called Seven Bungalows? How did it get its name? Here is some interesting trivia…

A visit to the Goa State Museum will leave you fascinated!
GoaTravel

A visit to the Goa State Museum will leave you fascinated!

WannabemavenJuly 13, 2014January 30, 2024

I am going to admit, I am a museum person. Getting to know culture, history, civilizations by strolling through exhibits,…

Weekend Getaways from Mumbai – Bassein Fort Is Seeped In History
Mumbai Travel GuideTravelWeekend Getaways from Mumbai

Weekend Getaways from Mumbai – Bassein Fort Is Seeped In History

WannabemavenJune 23, 2014

Come monsoons, Mumbai travelers start mapping down trek routes and landmasses where they can enjoy views of lush greenery. Right…

Bhau Daji Lad Museum – Go there for the Renaissance Revival Architecture
Mumbai Travel GuideMuseums in MumbaiTravel

Bhau Daji Lad Museum – Go there for the Renaissance Revival Architecture

WannabemavenMay 16, 2014

Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Mumbai City museum is an integral part of Mumbai’s museum scene. It is the oldest museum…

Karla Caves, Lonavala – Architecture and Blind Faith Sightings
MaharashtraTravel

Karla Caves, Lonavala – Architecture and Blind Faith Sightings

WannabemavenMay 4, 2014

I have visited Lonavla a couple of times before, and hence, had already seen popular tourist spots like Bhushi Dam…

Prince of Wales Museum – The Best Museum Mumbai has to Offer
Mumbai Travel GuideMuseums in MumbaiTravel

Prince of Wales Museum – The Best Museum Mumbai has to Offer

WannabemavenMarch 31, 2014

I took a break from my Gujarat posts and visited Prince of Wales Museum two weeks back. This is my…

Sewri Fort and Sion Fort in Mumbai – Sorry State of Affairs
Mumbai Travel GuideOffbeat MumbaiTravel

Sewri Fort and Sion Fort in Mumbai – Sorry State of Affairs

WannabemavenMarch 13, 2014

As a 9 to 5 corporate slave, the only free time I get to explore new places is on weekends.…

Ancestral Goa museum and Big Foot– Victim of its own concept
GoaTravel

Ancestral Goa museum and Big Foot– Victim of its own concept

WannabemavenJanuary 15, 2014

If you are bored of visiting Goa’s infinite beaches or if you are the type of person who enjoys visiting…

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  • Bye bye zee 5 it was NOT nice knowing you. Hope you're in better shape for the next World Cup!
  • Malsej Ghat gets all the attention, but 150 km from Mumbai lies another monsoon escape that's just as rewarding.

Welcome to Dabhosa Waterfalls, one of the most spectacular waterfalls near Mumbai and an easy monsoon road trip through the lush Maharashtra countryside. The drive itself is half the experience, with winding roads, emerald green fields, forested hills and villages that come alive during the rains.

If you're looking for a weekend getaway from Mumbai or the perfect monsoon drive in Maharashtra, this is one to add to your list.

Would you take this road trip?

#DabhosaWaterfalls #WaterfallsNearMumbai #MonsoonRoadTrip #MaharashtraCountryside #WeekendGetaway RoadTripIndia ExploreMaharashtra MonsoonInMaharashtra NatureLovers IncredibleIndia
  • This is Khao nom krok, one of the most popular street snacks in Laos 🇱🇦 in Southeast Asia. The moment I saw it, I couldn't help but think of paniyaram.

Both are cooked in the same kind of mould, both have that perfectly round shape with a crisp outside and soft centre, and both are best eaten hot off the pan.

But that's where the similarities end. Paniyaram is usually made with fermented rice🌾 and lentil batter and is mostly savoury. Khao nom krok is made with rice flour and coconut milk🥥, so it's creamy, slightly sweet, and almost custard-like inside.

Travel has a funny way of making the unfamiliar feel familiar.
  • Malsej Ghat during monsoons? Sure. But have you visited Dabhosa Waterfalls? At 150km, it's comfortably a day trip from Mumbai, and the perfect time to visit during the monsoons.
  • What a motherfucking challenging year. But six months still left✌️💪
  • Not every rain needs a trek. ☔🌊

If you're looking for a Mumbai monsoon getaway, skip the usual waterfall trail and head to Manori Beach instead. Close to Mumbai, quieter in the rains, and every bit as beautiful.

We drove down via Mira Bhayandar Road, but you can also take the ferry from Marve, Malad. Either way, it's one of the easiest weekend getaways from Mumbai.
  • Same time last year. Monsoon Goa road trip hits differently🏝️ 

Road trip or just fly 🙈
  • If you live in Mumbai, your next weekend getaway is closer than you think. We travelled just 45 minutes to get here, and the views were as good as Alibagh. 

Location: Aksa Beach, Malad.

[Mumbai weekend getaway, mumbai getaway, beach getaway, road trips from Mumbai, weekend getaway]
  • How a small vado in Goa celebrates São João.

Not the massy, Goa tourism-sponsored São João festivities that have come to define Siolim in North Goa. But a small neighbourhood within Siolim village, where ancestral chapel traditions are still held dear and the feast remains a community affair rather than a spectacle.
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Malsej Ghat gets all the attention, but 150 km from Mumbai lies another monsoon escape that's just as rewarding. Welcome to Dabhosa Waterfalls, one of the most spectacular waterfalls near Mumbai and an easy monsoon road trip through the lush Maharashtra countryside. The drive itself is half the experience, with winding roads, emerald green fields, forested hills and villages that come alive during the rains. If you're looking for a weekend getaway from Mumbai or the perfect monsoon drive in Maharashtra, this is one to add to your list. Would you take this road trip? #DabhosaWaterfalls #WaterfallsNearMumbai #MonsoonRoadTrip #MaharashtraCountryside #WeekendGetaway RoadTripIndia ExploreMaharashtra MonsoonInMaharashtra NatureLovers IncredibleIndia
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This is Khao nom krok, one of the most popular street snacks in Laos 🇱🇦 in Southeast Asia. The moment I saw it, I couldn't help but think of paniyaram. Both are cooked in the same kind of mould, both have that perfectly round shape with a crisp outside and soft centre, and both are best eaten hot off the pan. But that's where the similarities end. Paniyaram is usually made with fermented rice🌾 and lentil batter and is mostly savoury. Khao nom krok is made with rice flour and coconut milk🥥, so it's creamy, slightly sweet, and almost custard-like inside. Travel has a funny way of making the unfamiliar feel familiar.
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Malsej Ghat during monsoons? Sure. But have you visited Dabhosa Waterfalls? At 150km, it's comfortably a day trip from Mumbai, and the perfect time to visit during the monsoons.
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Malsej Ghat during monsoons? Sure. But have you visited Dabhosa Waterfalls? At 150km, it's comfortably a day trip from Mumbai, and the perfect time to visit during the monsoons.
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What a motherfucking challenging year. But six months still left✌️💪
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Not every rain needs a trek. ☔🌊 If you're looking for a Mumbai monsoon getaway, skip the usual waterfall trail and head to Manori Beach instead. Close to Mumbai, quieter in the rains, and every bit as beautiful. We drove down via Mira Bhayandar Road, but you can also take the ferry from Marve, Malad. Either way, it's one of the easiest weekend getaways from Mumbai.
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Same time last year. Monsoon Goa road trip hits differently🏝️ Road trip or just fly 🙈
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If you live in Mumbai, your next weekend getaway is closer than you think. We travelled just 45 minutes to get here, and the views were as good as Alibagh. Location: Aksa Beach, Malad. [Mumbai weekend getaway, mumbai getaway, beach getaway, road trips from Mumbai, weekend getaway]
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How a small vado in Goa celebrates São João.

Not the massy, Goa tourism-sponsored São João festivities that have come to define Siolim in North Goa. But a small neighbourhood within Siolim village, where ancestral chapel traditions are still held dear and the feast remains a community affair rather than a spectacle.
How a small vado in Goa celebrates São João.

Not the massy, Goa tourism-sponsored São João festivities that have come to define Siolim in North Goa. But a small neighbourhood within Siolim village, where ancestral chapel traditions are still held dear and the feast remains a community affair rather than a spectacle.
How a small vado in Goa celebrates São João.

Not the massy, Goa tourism-sponsored São João festivities that have come to define Siolim in North Goa. But a small neighbourhood within Siolim village, where ancestral chapel traditions are still held dear and the feast remains a community affair rather than a spectacle.
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How a small vado in Goa celebrates São João. Not the massy, Goa tourism-sponsored São João festivities that have come to define Siolim in North Goa. But a small neighbourhood within Siolim village, where ancestral chapel traditions are still held dear and the feast remains a community affair rather than a spectacle.
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