Vijaya Vilas Palace & 🌊 Mandvi Beach From Bhuj, we drove 65–70 km (1.5–2 hours) to the elegant Vijaya Vilas Palace. Surrounded by gardens and facing the sea, the palace felt serene and timeless. Just a short drive away were the beautiful shores of Mandvi — wide, clean, and uncrowded. After days of dusty roads,…
Bhuj — Palaces, Ruins, and Stories Aina Mahal — Echoes of a Royal Past Our first deep dive into Kutch’s heritage was the Aina Mahal. Though parts of it now stand in ruins — especially after earthquakes — the palace still whispers stories of grandeur. Walking through cracked walls and faded mirrors felt like stepping…
From Desert Civilisations to Sacred Seas Our Gujarat Road Trip: Navsari → Kutch → Dholavira → Somnath → Diu Some journeys stay with you long after the road ends. Our road trip across Gujarat — undertaken a few years ago with my wife Hansa and our dear friends Shobhanaben and Monica — was one such…
Closing Reflections – What the World Gave Us Our journey didn’t end with fireworks—it ended quietly, with gratitude. From South Africa to India, the road reshaped how we see the world—and each other. We learned that kindness exists everywhere, that home is something we carry together, and that the world rewards openness. This journey lives…
India – A Kaleidoscope of Faith, Color & Contrasts India didn’t ease us in—it ignited every sense at once. Traveling by train, car, and bus, we immersed ourselves fully in its rhythm. Mumbai – The Pulse of a Nation Mumbai welcomed us loudly. From the Gateway of India to Marine Drive’s evening calm, the city…
Malaysia & Singapore – Where Traditions Meet Tomorrow From Australia’s coastlines, we moved into Southeast Asia—where cultures overlap and ancient traditions meet modern ambition. Malaysia – Markets, Mosques & Living Green Kuala Lumpur introduced us to Malaysia’s rhythm. The Petronas Towers glittered above the city, while the Batu Caves grounded us spiritually. Bukit Bintang buzzed…
Australia – One Month of Coastlines, Cities & Color If New Zealand slowed us down, Australia picked up the pace. Sun-soaked, social, and effortlessly cool, one month along the East Coast delivered iconic cities, dramatic coastlines, and underwater wonder. Melbourne – Culture, Coffee & Coastal Roads We began in Melbourne, a city rich with creativity…
New Zealand – Four Months on the Open Road After the intensity of South America, New Zealand arrived like a deep breath. Wide-open spaces, slow travel, and the simple freedom of the road transformed what was meant to be a short visit into four unforgettable months living out of a campervan. This chapter wasn’t about…
South America – Two Months of Rhythm, Ruins & Raw Wonder If South Africa was where our wanderlove took root, South America was where it exploded into color, contrast, and unforgettable intensity. Two months. Multiple borders. Endless bus rides, border crossings, and landscapes that often felt unreal. This chapter carried us across jungles, salt flats,…