Our complete guide to travel in Rajasthan! From princely and colourful cities to remote deserts, rural village life and tiger inhabited jungles. Make yourself comfortable for…

Finding the best travel insurance for India is an important step in planning any trip to the sub-continent! On my many trips to India I’ve used…

Wondering what are the best things to do in Delhi during your first trip? How to survive the tourist scams? Read on for the best of Delhi travel tips and suggestions for responsible travel in Delhi, India.

Once a hippy-paradise with swaying palms and the occasional coco-hut, Goa is one of India’s highlights. Over recent years, though it has become a victim of its…

Trying to decide where to visit in India is not as easy as it sounds – this sprawling subcontinent has more than its share of places…

Preparing for your first trip to India can be a little overwhelming! Based on many months of travelling in India (much of which solo) we’ve put together our best advice for travellers to India – whether it’s your first or tenth time!

While many visitors to India flock to the north of the country in search of palaces and tigers, we recommend a foray into southern India which is…

Train travel in India has got to be one of the best experiences of journeying the subcontinent. Nothing quite beats sitting by a window, fresh chai in hand,…

At some point after booking your tickets, the question of what to wear in India is likely to set in – at some point at least! With half of this blog being Indian and a Mumbai-ker, and the other half (me) having travelled around India solo on many an occasion, we’d like to share a few tips for how to dress in India – and dispel a few myths along the way! 

As one of the less visited states of India (if we don’t count Mumbai for a second) Maharashtra does not have many options for group tours or organised trips. It especially does not have many options for responsible tourism.   Until now.

Saddled between the Ladakhi and Karakoram mountain ranges, Shyok valley and Shyok River Lodge sit on an ancient caravan routes connected to the Silk Road

It’s no secret that India can be a little overwhelming. Wherever you visit, very evident signs of poverty are likely to be in your face, making…

Planning a trip to Kerala and want the best places to see and stay? Our guide to ecotourism in Kerala covers the best of responsible travel in Kerala and much more

Live out your own Jungle Book fantasy by staying at one of these incredible jungle resorts in India! There’s no better way to see India’s wildlife, enjoy nature and settle into a new natural rhythm. Enjoy!

Travelling from Kolkata to Dhaka by train on the Maitree Express: what you need to know. Maitree express schedule, pricing, how to buy a ticket and everything you need to travel from India to Bangladesh by train.

Thinking of visiting Periyar and looking for things to do in Thekkady, Kerala? Our stay at Spice Village resort was an example of responsible tourism in Periyar

Kumarakom, and Coconut Lagoon Kerala are perhaps the perfect spot to experience a slowed-down version of the Kerala backwaters, and a touch of luxury too

Why the need for responsible travel in Ladakh? What used to be the preserve of the most intrepid traveller is much more accessible than it was. The increase in tourism of recent years is putting a new level of pressure on Ladakh and her resources. This beautiful mountain desert is open and safe for all, but in order to

I spent just under a week exploring the desert of Kutch with Kutch Adventures India. In a place that sees few foreign visitors (and many of who do come make a beeline straight for the Great Rann of Kutch), I had a different experience.

One of the top reasons to travel to India, is the food. With many warnings about “Delhi Belly”, here’s how to enjoy home-cooked, local Indian food, with a happy stomach!

Visiting Gujarat’s semi-desert region, there are far more things to do in Kutch than simply a visit to the Great Rann of Kutch. I spent a week exploring

The road from Leh to Nubra Valley is around 115km and usually takes about 5-6 hours from Leh. The route takes you over the spectacular Khardung La Pass – along the highest motor able road in the world – and up to heights of

I’m not an experienced trekker. In fact, I’m the kind of walker who likes a short stroll around the countryside on a Sunday afternoon followed by a longer visit to the pub. But on occasion, I have been persuaded to venture out for a little longer – all in the name of a good view.

Experiencing an Ashram in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. In hindsight, it seems only fitting that the final stop on my Indian journey (this time at least) was Rishikesh.…