From Kolkata to Darjeeling: A Journey Through Culture, Mountains, and Memories

Our adventure began on a new train route, which took 7.5 hours from Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri, where we relaxed, watched the world go by with delicious food and drink. Our destination was Siliguri for a dose of Diwali magic, enjoying fireworks and drinks on the roof terrace of the Lemon Tree Hotel. The next […]

Kolkata in a Day: A Journey Through Heart, Heritage, and Hands-On Artistry

Today’s Kolkata adventure was packed with culture, colour, and captivating stories! We began with a humbling visit to Mother Teresa’s house, exploring her life’s work and her final resting place. From there, we dove into the city’s vibrant pulse, wandering through India’s largest flower market, where locals bathe in the Ganges and newlyweds pose riverside […]

India Part 4. Jaipur

Following our camel cart ride on Badel the camel around Sawai Madhopur and then a big laze around the beautiful swimming pool area, we had an early lunch and waved farewell to the staff at the lodge. We had a four hour coach journey towards Jaipur, where we were to be based for 3 nights. […]

India Part 3. Fatehpur Sikri to Ranthambore National Park

Friday dawned and it was a fairly early start. We packed an overnight bag as although we were receiving our suitcases that evening it would be after dinner as we were travelling by train and our bags via coach which was a good 4 hours drive. We left the Trident Agra after our short but […]

India Part 2. Agra Fort and Taj Mahal

Thursday was a very early start indeed, in fact I can’t believe I’m still awake writing this now! We were to meet at 06:30 in reception, the hotel very kindly provided a light breakfast and most importantly coffee and we were on the road for 06:45. The reason for our early start was the 08:00 […]