The On Travel journal
Local highlights, thoughtful routes and practical advice for your next Indian holiday.
When is the best time to visit Kerala? A month-by-month guide to weather, festivals, prices and crowds in Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kochi, Varkala and Kovalam, with advice for honeymooners...
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A detailed 7-day Kerala itinerary covering Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady, an Alleppey houseboat and Varkala – with day-by-day plans, driving times, where to stay, what to book in advance, variatio...
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Plan a romantic Kerala honeymoon – the best time to go, hillside resorts in Munnar, private houseboats in Alleppey and Kumarakom, beach stays in Varkala and Kovalam, couple experiences, a 6-...
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Everything first-timers should know about Ayurveda in Kerala – how it works, popular treatments like Abhyanga, Shirodhara and Panchakarma, choosing a certified centre, how long to stay, the...
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How much does a Kerala trip cost? A practical guide to budgeting for hotels, houseboats, transport, food and activities, with tips for budget, mid-range and luxury travellers, the cheapest t...
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Havelock (Swaraj Dweep) or Neil (Shaheed Dweep)? Compare beaches, activities, stays, food, ferries and atmosphere to decide which Andaman island suits your trip – or how to combine both.
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A complete Meghalaya travel guide – Shillong, Cherrapunjee waterfalls, the Double Decker living root bridge, Mawlynnong, Dawki's crystal-clear river, Laitlum Canyon, best time to visit, itin...
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Plan a Dwarka and Somnath pilgrimage in Gujarat – how to reach, Dwarkadhish Temple, Bet Dwarka, Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Somnath Jyotirlinga, light and sound show, nearby places like Porbandar...
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A day-by-day 7-day Sikkim itinerary covering Gangtok, Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir, Lachung and Yumthang Valley, and Pelling, with driving times, permits, where to stay, and variations includ...
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Plan a romantic Sikkim honeymoon – best time, Gangtok's boutique stays, snow at Tsomgo and Lachung, Kanchenjunga sunrise in Pelling, Darjeeling's tea gardens, couple experiences, a 6-day iti...
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A clear guide to Sikkim permits – which areas need a Protected Area Permit or Inner Line Permit, rules for Indian and foreign travellers, documents required, how permits are issued for Tsomg...
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Planning a winter trip to Sikkim? Find out where to see snow – Tsomgo Lake, Nathula, Zero Point, Lachung, Zuluk and Nathang Valley – plus road closures, permits, clothing, driving safety, fe...
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