Big fat Greek getaway!
DISCOVER Do away with the traditional touristy way of exploring Greece. Take a hike! GAURI SHAH
The sunshine of the Mediterranean, the yesteryear’s Roman empirical capital, the architectural wonder of the world; what the map knows as Greece, is that untouched piece of the European continent. A land of ouzos, gyros and musical squares with Greek […]
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Slow boat in Pichavaram
ECOTRAIL Head to the mangrove swamps and look up an amazing estuarine ecosystem. KALYANI CANDADE
If you’re looking for excitement beyond that weekend dash to Pondicherry, try stepping out a little further to Chidambaram. And if you thought Chidambaram was all about temples, try this.
About a stone’s throw away are the mangrove swamps of Pichavaram, great […]
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Ride the rapids
ADVENTURE Take on the river and bond with adventure freaks from across the world. SYEDA FARIDA
Riding on rapids is a different trip, white water rafting buffs would agree; one minute on a wave and the next in placid waters and then floating admiring lush green riverside. This high-adrenalin sport has many takers.
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By the seaside
BEACHES Whether it’s the sea, wilderness or heritage, Vizag sure offers enough to do. SYEDA FARIDA
For beaches with white sands and whispering palms, Seychelles can be tad far compared to an option closer home. Read Yarada in Vishakhapatnam. Tucked under the Dolphin’s Nose, this spectacular beach urges you to tie a hammock and curl up. […]
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The blue mountains beckon
MISTY TRAILS Coonoor’s old-world charm is still intact for those who want a mountain holiday. NIMI KURIAN
Mountain trails, misty walks, lazy afternoons, endless cups of tea…a dream holiday for those who want to chill out. Coonoor has all this and more and importantly is still affordable, fun and relatively unpolluted.The less adventurous can opt for […]
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Surreal magnificence
HERITAGE You need at least a week to do Hampi properly but don’t miss out on it. SUBASH N. JEYAN
There is an aura about Hampi that draws you in. An entire city in ruins makes for an oddly awe-inspiring presence. And, if you feel adventurous enough, it is within a day’s bike-able distance from Chennai.
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Pristine beauty
Beachfront Tranquebar gives you a holiday like no other. RUPA GOPAL
Had enough of these crowded touristy places and forced sightseeing in groups? Searching for a pleasant holiday? The Europeans had it judged right, centuries ago. Having fallen in love with India, they proceeded to find ideal locations and left behind a legacy of happy spots, […]
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In Nature’s lap
WILD HOLIDAY Forget the beach and hill station. Look at doing something different at Dandeli. ANJANA SANKAR
It is that time of the year when we creep into the holiday mood and start planning a long desired trip. Dandeli is an ideal resort for those in love with nature and adventure. Approximately 125 km from Goa […]
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