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December 30, 2010
Best pics 2010: A bird in the hand...
We invited readers to share their unique, original photographs from this past year with us. Here are some more responses!
December 29, 2010
Best pics 2010: Two sweet faces
We invited readers to share their unique, original photographs from this past year with us. Here are some more responses!
December 28, 2010
Best pics 2010: Nature's looking glass
We invited readers to share their unique, original photographs from this past year with us. Here are some more responses!
December 27, 2010
Best pics 2010: Love under a leaf
We invited readers to share their unique, original photographs from this past year with us. Here are some more responses!
December 24, 2010
Best pics 2010: A furry little friend!
We invited readers to share their unique, original photographs from this past year with us. Here are some more responses!
December 23, 2010
Why you MUST buy travel insurance
It doesn't take a lot to insure yourself before you take that big trip to the Swiss Alps or anywhere else for that matter. Best pics 2010: Going their own way
We invited readers to share their unique, original photographs from this past year with us. Here's the next set of responses!
December 22, 2010
Travel: Escape to a 14 century fort near Delhi
The 700-year-old Hill Fort Kesroli on the Delhi-Jaipur highway is one of the oldest forts in India in which one can stay. Best pics 2010: Worshipping the blue waters
We invited readers to share their unique, original photographs from this past year with us -- here's the first set of responses!
December 16, 2010
Your best pics of 2010!
Share your unique, original photographs from this past year with us!
December 09, 2010
Travel: India's top wildlife parks
Planning a trip to a wildlife sanctuary? Travel writer lists some of the best wildlife destinations in India.
December 08, 2010
9 luxury honeymoon hotels under Rs 5,000
The top hotels in some of the 10 most popular honeymoon destinations in India for less than Rs 5,000 a night.
December 07, 2010
The journey was their destination
Anirvan Chatterjee and Barnali Ghosh look back on their Year of No Flying.
December 02, 2010
Travel: The lesser known Himalayas
The Himalayan foothills are a treasure trove of flora and fauna and locate fascinating indigenous communities. Responsible tourism has tried to introduce visitors to these remote areas without destructing the ambience. Baishali Mukherjee reports.
November 29, 2010
A night under the stars in the Sahara Desert
Morocco has been a trip like no other -- the sights, sounds and smells overload the senses, says .
November 22, 2010
The Coal Scavenger -- Journeying through Jharkhand
Bharath Moro journeys by train through the grim coal terrain of Jharkhand and meets an unlikely band of women.
November 01, 2010
PIX: Top 10 cities to visit in 2011
Lonely Planet has listed 10 of the must-visit cities across the globe in 2011. Check them out!
October 27, 2010
Easy Moroccan recipes: Veg Couscous, Lamb Tagine..
Though Moroccan food is rich with meat dishes, there are plenty of options for vegetarians.
October 22, 2010
Enjoy the holiday season: Suggest Diwali getaways!
With Diwali coming up, everyone is making plans to get away to weekend hotspots and we want suggestions from you. Help other readers discover new, exciting places closest to their cities by filling up this quick travel form. Konark temple: Standing in solitary splendour
A beautiful glimpse into the splendid Sun Temple at Konark, Orissa.
October 21, 2010
Sex and the City: The Morocco connection
Romantic landscapes. Enchanting souks. Affable people. Bollywood. In a special series, Arthur J Pais takes a magical, mystery tour of Morocco.
October 18, 2010
'Every Moroccan knows at least 100 words in Hindi'
Romantic landscapes. Enchanting souks. Affable people. Bollywood. In a special series, Arthur J Pais takes a magical, mystery tour of Morocco.
October 15, 2010
'They must have thought you were a naked fakir'
Romantic landscapes. Enchanting souks. Affable people. Bollywood. In a special series, Arthur J Pais takes a magical, mystery tour of Morocco.
October 14, 2010
Why Mysore's royal Dussehra is a must-see
Want to see the pages of history come alive? Then plan a trip to Mysore this weekend. In fact there can't be a better excuse to pamper yourself with this break than Sunday's jamboo savari, says .
October 13, 2010
Travel: Desi in magical Morocco
Romantic landscapes. Enchanting souks. Affable people. Bollywood. In a special series, Arthur J Pais takes a magical, mystery tour of Morocco.
October 12, 2010
Why this is a great time to be in Delhi
After years of inconvenience due to infrastructure upgradation, it is finally time to reap the benefits of this city decked up like a bride. And what better season to do so than the festive season underway?
October 08, 2010
Travelogue: Awesome bliss in the Langkawi Island!
The natural beauty of Langkawi and the idyllic time we spent left us craving for more, says Pamela Sinha.
October 07, 2010
A boat trip to Senegal's House of Slaves
Goree Island in Senegal is a testimony to the inhuman slave trade of the colonised days and a visit to it can leave you shattered and shocked.
September 29, 2010
Thailand, a new destination for Indian weddings
The big fat Indian wedding has found a new overseas destination, Phuket island bounded by the emerald green and blue seas and lush green mountains and Bangkok, the capital of Thailand.
September 27, 2010
Travel: Autumn in the Valley of Flowers
Fall brings an inexplicable beauty to India's Valley of Flowers, discovers Bijoy Venugopal
September 09, 2010
Egypt: The Pyramids, Sphinx and the river Nile
Deepti and Utkarsh Rai, who recently travelled to Egypt share their experience with us.
September 07, 2010
Is it safe for women to travel solo in India?
Is it safe for women to travel solo in India? We ask readers to share their experiences and advice.
September 01, 2010
Images: Biking up the Western Ghats
Six friends -- Niel, Masban, Mustafa, Elderin, Aakash and Akhtar -- recently went on a bike ride to one of Maharashtra's most happening monsoon getaways -- Malshej Ghat. Here recounts their journey...
August 31, 2010
Touring Normandy: The D-Day beaches and beyond
For many people, Normandy, a province in North-Western France, conjures up images of the massive armada that descended upon its shores on June 6, 1944 to drive the Nazis out of continental Europe. However, Normandy is a lot more than just that says Siddhu Warrior.
August 13, 2010
My China trip: Going beyond the Great Wall
Deepti and Utkarsh Rai, who recently travelled to China share their unforgettable experiences with us.
August 10, 2010
These Indian women travel solo, but safe
Speaking to intrepid young women, Anisha Ralhan finds out how they feel about travelling solo in a country not exactly known for chivalry and gender-equality. While they spell out their flamboyant experiences in great vivid anecdotes, they also share their advice for those who want to make a go of it on their own.
August 06, 2010
Plan your vacation using social media
Talk to new-age travellers and they'll swear by the Internet to plan their holidays. explores five ways you can use it to organise your dream vacation.
July 20, 2010
Horsley Hills, Patnitop and other monsoon getaways
We invited readers to tell us all about the places they head to when the heavens open up. Tell us yours!
July 19, 2010
Monsoon getaways: Mcleodganj, Pondicherry and more
Where should you head off to holiday in this wonderful weather? Harnoor Channi-Tiwary shares her favourite monsoon getaways from across the country. Visiting the 'hidden paradise' just got better
Holidaying in Ladakh -- known for its breathtaking natural beauty but seen as remote and inaccessible by many domestic tourists -- has become slightly easier from this season on.
July 13, 2010
Travel: On the banks of the Vlatva
discovers the medieval magnificence of Prague.
July 12, 2010
Travel: A road trip to remember
Reader shares with us her memories of the road trip she took to Agra from Delhi. Share your one-of-a-kind monsoon photos!
We want you to send in your interesting monsoon snapshots so we can share them with other readers. They can be funny, they can be touching or just plain weird -- odd scenes that are captured on a lens for posterity.
July 09, 2010
She lets strangers into her home
Keen on experiencing new cultures and places, many youngsters are taking to unconventional modes of transport to explore the country. Yesterday biker a couple told their experiences of backpacking in Maharashtra. Today meet Devika Soman who is part of the growing community of couch surfers.
July 08, 2010
Food fests, fun deals in Singapore, Hong Kong
Find out more about the Singapore food Festival and Hong Kong attractions deals.
July 07, 2010
Travel: They go backpacking every month
Keen on experiencing new cultures and places, many youngsters are taking to unconventional modes of transport to explore the country. Meet a couple who backpacks their way around Maharashtra.
July 05, 2010
How young India ditched the travel agent
Keen on experiencing new cultures and places, many youngsters are taking to unconventional modes of transport to explore the country.
July 03, 2010
Recommend your favourite monsoon weekend getaway!
This monsoon suggest to our readers your favourite getaways and things you can do there.
June 30, 2010
Travel: Wake up feeling like a king
Literally meaning hidden place, Orchha is the perfect weekend getaway from Delhi or Mumbai, says .
June 28, 2010
Your pix: From sun-kissed sands to Sholay Hills
We invited readers to share their favourite trave pics. Here we featuer some of the best. Share yours!
June 25, 2010
Travel: The untamed mountain defeats man again
Reader describes his fascinating experiences of trying to conquer the formidable Ranglana and Dhodu Peaks in Uttarakhand.
June 23, 2010
Reader pics: Stunning photos of Incredible India
We invited readers to share their favourite trave pics. Here we featuer some of the best. Share yours!
June 22, 2010
Himalayan Odyssey bike rally kicks off
Sixty enthusiastic motorcyclists set out on the first leg of the Himalayan Odyssey 2010, from India Gate in the New Delhi. Share your bike trips!
June 15, 2010
Dalhousie: Of scenic drives and nature walks
Get Ahead reader shares her experience of visiting the little hill town in Himachal Pradesh.
June 09, 2010
Touring Turkey with the 'Vegetarian Girls'
travelled to the land of whirling Dervishes with her sisters and came back with fond memories.
June 08, 2010
Staying home: The new travel option
Skip impersonal hotels and enjoy your next India holiday from the comfort of a home, says
June 05, 2010
Venice: Where the air breathes romance and magic
GA reader shares her experiences of gliding through the waterways of Venice.
May 25, 2010
Travel: Revel in the mystical magic of Bali
Kamini Dandapani visits the Bali beyond the beaches.
May 20, 2010
Travel: The serene summer beauty of Seattle
The snowcapped peak of Mt Rainier, the icy cold waves of the Puget Sound, the cherry blossoms bursting into bloom -- discovers the joys of holidaying in Seattle, USA.
May 18, 2010
Munnar 2nd-best Asian travel destination for 2010
The serene hills of Munnar in Kerala, have been honoured as Asia's second best in TripAdvisor's 2010 Traveller's Choice Destination awards. Asia's top destination is Tokyo, followed by Munnar in second and Siem Reap in third spot. To see which other vacation hotspots made it to the top 25 list, read on.
May 04, 2010
Travel: Going underwater in Lakshadweep
The little-explored islands have a lot to offer for a discerning tourist. Harnoor Channi Tiwary visited Lakshadweep recently and came back with loads of memories.
April 28, 2010
Send us your one-of-a-kind summer pics!
We want you to send in your interesting summer snapshots so we can share them with other readers. They can be funny, they can be touching or just plain weird -- odd scenes that are captured on a lens for posterity. Travel: Head to the City of Pearls this summer
who lives in Hyderabad says her city is where you can experience real Indian summer. So what's keeping you from visiting it?
April 27, 2010
Reader pics: India's wealth of natural wonders
We invited readers to share their favourite trave pics. Here we featuer some of the best. Share yours! Top tips for a happy hotel stay
When staying at a hotel, regardless of the destination or the number of stars, it pays to be a considerate guest, which in turn will go far to ensuring a more enjoyable stay. Here's a list of top tips on great hotel etiquette to help travellers on their way.
April 26, 2010
Travel photos: Myriad moods of incredible India
Readers send in photos of their travels in the country. Share yours too
April 23, 2010
Summer getaways: Gulmarg and Ranikhet
We invited readers to share their summer getaway suggestions with us. Here are a few more responses. Reader pics: India's mesmerising beauty
Readers send in their travel pictures from across the country. Send in yours too!
April 22, 2010
Summer getaways: Agatti Islands, Madikeri and more
We invited readers to share their summer getaway suggestions with us. Here are a few responses. Your photos: India's breathtaking waterscapes
We invited readers to share their travel pics. Here we present pics of India's beautiful waterscapes that readers sent in. The magic of Kerala's houseboats
With its fleet of black-hulled houseboats, the backwaters of Kerala entice the tourists, both domestic and international, to God's Own Country.
April 21, 2010
Reader pics: Where India worships III
We invited readers to share their travel pics. Here are some of the responses we received. Share yours! Share your summer escapes with us!
Do you have a favourite seasonal holiday spot? Tell us all about it!
April 20, 2010
Travel: Exploring mystical Bhutan
Getahead reader Jyotika visited Bhutan last year with her husband Rohit Gupta. She shares with us her experiences. Snapshots of India: Reader pics
Readers share their travel photos with us. Send in yours too
April 19, 2010
Your photos: Top summer escapes
We invited readers to share photos of their favourite summer getaways. Here are some of the pics we received.
April 16, 2010
Travel: Picture postcards from around the world
We invited readers to shares their travel pics. Here we present some of the photos we received. Share yours!
April 15, 2010
Your pix: From sand dunes to snow-capped hills
We invited readers to share pictures of their travels. Here are some of the pics we received. Share yours!
April 13, 2010
India's golden shores: Travel pics
Readers share their travel pics of India's shores. Share yours!
April 12, 2010
Snapshots: Discovering India's beauty
Readers share photographs of their travels across India. Share yours!
April 09, 2010
Readers pics: Spellbinding aerial views of India
We invited readers to send in their favourite travel pictures. Share yours
April 08, 2010
Readers' pics: The beauty of Sikkim and Kerala
Readers share their pictures of Sikkim and Kerala. Share yours too!
April 07, 2010
Readers' pics: Witness the dazzling Himalayas
We invited readers to send in their favourite travel pictures and here are some breathtaking pictures of the India's dazzling mountain ranges. Send yours! Travel: Unravelling the secrets of Portugal
Besides taking in the beauty of Portugal's capital, Lisbon, Abhijit Masih also took a tour of the nearby towns of Obidos, Batalha, Nazare and Fatima in the course of his travels there. Read his account and learn why they are a must-see if you ever find yourself in that part of the world.
April 06, 2010
Summer getaways: Majestic mountains, placid waters
Readers send in pictures of their most unusual summer getaways. Share yours. Visiting Dubai? Educate yourself first
If you're planning a visit to the City of Gold, bear in mind that seemingly inconsequential actions can result in serious consequences. It's best to educate yourself about the laws of the land first.
April 05, 2010
The sun shines on India II: Your pics
Readers present their favourite travel pics of breathtaking panoramas from across India.
April 02, 2010
Readers' pics: Unusual summer getaways
Readers send us photos of their favourite but unusual summer getaways. Share yours!
April 01, 2010
India's stunning hill stations: Your photos
Readers present their favourite travel pics of breathtaking panoramas from across India.
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