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Can Matheran Be Covered In A Day?
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Can Matheran Be Covered In A Day?

WannabemavenAugust 7, 2024August 19, 2024

I was always skeptical of planning a day trip to Matheran. At the back of my mind ran questions like……

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  • La Mercè is one of the best reasons to visit Barcelona in September. 🇪🇸

It's the city's biggest annual festival, celebrated since 1871 in honour of the Virgin of Grace. There's music, fireworks, street performances, traditional celebrations and the spectacular Giants Parade.

We planned our trip around La Mercè and were lucky enough to catch the opening celebrations in the Gothic Quarter. It was such a fun way to experience Barcelona beyond Gaudí's monuments and see the city’s traditions come alive.

If you’re planning Spain in September, save this one. La Mercè 2026 runs from 24–27 September.

(Things to do in Barcelona, Barcelona in September, La Mercè Festival, Spain in September)
  • La Mercè is one of the best reasons to visit Barcelona in September. 🇪🇸

Celebrated since 1871 in honour of the Virgin of Grace, Barcelona’s patron saint, the city’s biggest annual festival takes over with music, fireworks, street performances, traditional celebrations and the spectacular Giants Parade.

We planned our trip around La Mercè and were lucky enough to catch the opening celebrations in the Gothic Quarter. It was such a fun way to experience Barcelona beyond the Gaudí monuments and see the city’s traditions come alive.

If you’re planning Spain in September, save this one. La Mercè 2026 runs from 23–27 September.

(Things to do in Barcelona, Barcelona in September, La Mercè Festival, Spain in September)
  • Ahead of Tony’s release, here’s a travel moment that intersected with Anthony Bourdain. Bait Al Luban, the restaurant he visited in Muscat on his iconic show *Parts Unknown*, Season 9, Episode 8, “Oman.”

Had to make a stop here to try some of the country’s most beloved dishes.

What’s your Oman food recommendation🇴🇲🍲?
  • You voted for Part 2, here it is :)

Should I make this a series?
  • Not everything Mumbai Foodie told me to check out was a hit. Here's a roundup of some of the places they recommended and how it went.

Should I do a Part 2?
  • Mid-year performance review of all the shady bars in Mumbai I visited this year. 6 months still left, where should I visit next? 

(Mumbai, Mumbai Bars, Mumbai local experiences, things to do in Mumbai)
  • 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.
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La Mercè is one of the best reasons to visit Barcelona in September. 🇪🇸

It's the city's biggest annual festival, celebrated since 1871 in honour of the Virgin of Grace. There's music, fireworks, street performances, traditional celebrations and the spectacular Giants Parade.

We planned our trip around La Mercè and were lucky enough to catch the opening celebrations in the Gothic Quarter. It was such a fun way to experience Barcelona beyond Gaudí's monuments and see the city’s traditions come alive.

If you’re planning Spain in September, save this one. La Mercè 2026 runs from 24–27 September.

(Things to do in Barcelona, Barcelona in September, La Mercè Festival, Spain in September)
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La Mercè is one of the best reasons to visit Barcelona in September. 🇪🇸 It's the city's biggest annual festival, celebrated since 1871 in honour of the Virgin of Grace. There's music, fireworks, street performances, traditional celebrations and the spectacular Giants Parade. We planned our trip around La Mercè and were lucky enough to catch the opening celebrations in the Gothic Quarter. It was such a fun way to experience Barcelona beyond Gaudí's monuments and see the city’s traditions come alive. If you’re planning Spain in September, save this one. La Mercè 2026 runs from 24–27 September. (Things to do in Barcelona, Barcelona in September, La Mercè Festival, Spain in September)
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La Mercè is one of the best reasons to visit Barcelona in September. 🇪🇸

Celebrated since 1871 in honour of the Virgin of Grace, Barcelona’s patron saint, the city’s biggest annual festival takes over with music, fireworks, street performances, traditional celebrations and the spectacular Giants Parade.

We planned our trip around La Mercè and were lucky enough to catch the opening celebrations in the Gothic Quarter. It was such a fun way to experience Barcelona beyond the Gaudí monuments and see the city’s traditions come alive.

If you’re planning Spain in September, save this one. La Mercè 2026 runs from 23–27 September.

(Things to do in Barcelona, Barcelona in September, La Mercè Festival, Spain in September)
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La Mercè is one of the best reasons to visit Barcelona in September. 🇪🇸 Celebrated since 1871 in honour of the Virgin of Grace, Barcelona’s patron saint, the city’s biggest annual festival takes over with music, fireworks, street performances, traditional celebrations and the spectacular Giants Parade. We planned our trip around La Mercè and were lucky enough to catch the opening celebrations in the Gothic Quarter. It was such a fun way to experience Barcelona beyond the Gaudí monuments and see the city’s traditions come alive. If you’re planning Spain in September, save this one. La Mercè 2026 runs from 23–27 September. (Things to do in Barcelona, Barcelona in September, La Mercè Festival, Spain in September)
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Ahead of Tony’s release, here’s a travel moment that intersected with Anthony Bourdain. Bait Al Luban, the restaurant he visited in Muscat on his iconic show *Parts Unknown*, Season 9, Episode 8, “Oman.”

Had to make a stop here to try some of the country’s most beloved dishes.

What’s your Oman food recommendation🇴🇲🍲?
Ahead of Tony’s release, here’s a travel moment that intersected with Anthony Bourdain. Bait Al Luban, the restaurant he visited in Muscat on his iconic show *Parts Unknown*, Season 9, Episode 8, “Oman.”

Had to make a stop here to try some of the country’s most beloved dishes.

What’s your Oman food recommendation🇴🇲🍲?
Ahead of Tony’s release, here’s a travel moment that intersected with Anthony Bourdain. Bait Al Luban, the restaurant he visited in Muscat on his iconic show *Parts Unknown*, Season 9, Episode 8, “Oman.”

Had to make a stop here to try some of the country’s most beloved dishes.

What’s your Oman food recommendation🇴🇲🍲?
Ahead of Tony’s release, here’s a travel moment that intersected with Anthony Bourdain. Bait Al Luban, the restaurant he visited in Muscat on his iconic show *Parts Unknown*, Season 9, Episode 8, “Oman.”

Had to make a stop here to try some of the country’s most beloved dishes.

What’s your Oman food recommendation🇴🇲🍲?
Ahead of Tony’s release, here’s a travel moment that intersected with Anthony Bourdain. Bait Al Luban, the restaurant he visited in Muscat on his iconic show *Parts Unknown*, Season 9, Episode 8, “Oman.”

Had to make a stop here to try some of the country’s most beloved dishes.

What’s your Oman food recommendation🇴🇲🍲?
Ahead of Tony’s release, here’s a travel moment that intersected with Anthony Bourdain. Bait Al Luban, the restaurant he visited in Muscat on his iconic show *Parts Unknown*, Season 9, Episode 8, “Oman.”

Had to make a stop here to try some of the country’s most beloved dishes.

What’s your Oman food recommendation🇴🇲🍲?
Ahead of Tony’s release, here’s a travel moment that intersected with Anthony Bourdain. Bait Al Luban, the restaurant he visited in Muscat on his iconic show *Parts Unknown*, Season 9, Episode 8, “Oman.”

Had to make a stop here to try some of the country’s most beloved dishes.

What’s your Oman food recommendation🇴🇲🍲?
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Ahead of Tony’s release, here’s a travel moment that intersected with Anthony Bourdain. Bait Al Luban, the restaurant he visited in Muscat on his iconic show *Parts Unknown*, Season 9, Episode 8, “Oman.” Had to make a stop here to try some of the country’s most beloved dishes. What’s your Oman food recommendation🇴🇲🍲?
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You voted for Part 2, here it is :)

Should I make this a series?
You voted for Part 2, here it is :)

Should I make this a series?
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Should I make this a series?
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Should I make this a series?
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Not everything Mumbai Foodie told me to check out was a hit. Here's a roundup of some of the places they recommended and how it went.

Should I do a Part 2?
Not everything Mumbai Foodie told me to check out was a hit. Here's a roundup of some of the places they recommended and how it went.

Should I do a Part 2?
Not everything Mumbai Foodie told me to check out was a hit. Here's a roundup of some of the places they recommended and how it went.

Should I do a Part 2?
Not everything Mumbai Foodie told me to check out was a hit. Here's a roundup of some of the places they recommended and how it went.

Should I do a Part 2?
Not everything Mumbai Foodie told me to check out was a hit. Here's a roundup of some of the places they recommended and how it went.

Should I do a Part 2?
Not everything Mumbai Foodie told me to check out was a hit. Here's a roundup of some of the places they recommended and how it went.

Should I do a Part 2?
Not everything Mumbai Foodie told me to check out was a hit. Here's a roundup of some of the places they recommended and how it went.

Should I do a Part 2?
Not everything Mumbai Foodie told me to check out was a hit. Here's a roundup of some of the places they recommended and how it went.

Should I do a Part 2?
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Not everything Mumbai Foodie told me to check out was a hit. Here's a roundup of some of the places they recommended and how it went. Should I do a Part 2?
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Mid-year performance review of all the shady bars in Mumbai I visited this year. 6 months still left, where should I visit next? 

(Mumbai, Mumbai Bars, Mumbai local experiences, things to do in Mumbai)
Mid-year performance review of all the shady bars in Mumbai I visited this year. 6 months still left, where should I visit next? 

(Mumbai, Mumbai Bars, Mumbai local experiences, things to do in Mumbai)
Mid-year performance review of all the shady bars in Mumbai I visited this year. 6 months still left, where should I visit next? 

(Mumbai, Mumbai Bars, Mumbai local experiences, things to do in Mumbai)
Mid-year performance review of all the shady bars in Mumbai I visited this year. 6 months still left, where should I visit next? 

(Mumbai, Mumbai Bars, Mumbai local experiences, things to do in Mumbai)
Mid-year performance review of all the shady bars in Mumbai I visited this year. 6 months still left, where should I visit next? 

(Mumbai, Mumbai Bars, Mumbai local experiences, things to do in Mumbai)
Mid-year performance review of all the shady bars in Mumbai I visited this year. 6 months still left, where should I visit next? 

(Mumbai, Mumbai Bars, Mumbai local experiences, things to do in Mumbai)
Mid-year performance review of all the shady bars in Mumbai I visited this year. 6 months still left, where should I visit next? 

(Mumbai, Mumbai Bars, Mumbai local experiences, things to do in Mumbai)
Mid-year performance review of all the shady bars in Mumbai I visited this year. 6 months still left, where should I visit next? 

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Mid-year performance review of all the shady bars in Mumbai I visited this year. 6 months still left, where should I visit next? (Mumbai, Mumbai Bars, Mumbai local experiences, things to do in Mumbai)
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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!
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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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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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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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