13/02/23 — Ajmer & Pushkar: Sacred Stops on the Road to Jodhpur Morning wheels rolled toward Ajmer and Pushkar. Driving to Ajmer was 135km that took us about 3 hours. Soon after, we reached Pushkar 15km and 40mins away. Pushkar — Where Myth, Water, and Devotion Meet Tucked quietly into the Aravalli hills of Rajasthan,…
12/02/23 — Jaipur: Royal Grandeur & Pink City Magic Sightseeing began in Jaipur, where Rajasthan wears its crown proudly. We stood in awe at Amber Fort, peered through the honeycomb windows of Hawa Mahal, and wandered royal corridors inside City Palace. Kanubhai soaked up the history at Jantar Mantar, while Jay and Sarla hunted the…
From Gujarat to the Golden Sands Our Epic Rajasthan Road Trip (11–16 Feb 2023) By Mahesh Karadia Some trips give you photos. Others give you stories for life. Ours began on 11/02/23, when we drove from Navsari to Surat and onward flight to Jaipur— and from there climbed into our Tempo Traveller van, officially launching…
With our unforgettable European adventure slowly drawing to a close, we began our return journey towards Calais for the ferry crossing back to Dover. Although there was a slight sense of sadness knowing the trip was coming to an end, we were also filled with satisfaction and wonderful memories from the many countries, cities, and…
After leaving the peaceful surroundings near Geneva, we embarked on yet another demanding but exciting journey across Europe. This leg of the trip involved an impressive 842-kilometre drive that took us nearly nine hours, travelling through changing landscapes, motorways, and countryside as we made our way north towards Belgium. By evening, we arrived at Holiday…
Our next day was spent exploring the elegant and cosmopolitan city of Geneva, one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland and an important global centre for diplomacy, banking, and international organisations. Nestled along the shores of the stunning Lake Geneva and surrounded by the majestic Alps and Jura mountains, Geneva offers a perfect combination…
After two enjoyable days in Barcelona, it was time to continue our European adventure with one another long drive of the trip. We set off early in the morning for an 809-kilometre journey that would take us nearly eight hours, travelling north through breathtaking landscapes towards the French–Swiss border near Geneva. The drive itself was…
Our second day in Barcelona was dedicated to exploring this vibrant and colourful Mediterranean city, famous for its stunning architecture, lively streets, beautiful beaches, and rich Catalan culture. After breakfast at the campsite, we made our way by tram into the city centre — a comfortable half-hour journey covering around 20 kilometres. Travelling by public…
Soon after breakfast — and after cleaning the chalet thoroughly to Meera’s exacting standards — we set off on yet another long drive, this time covering 446 kilometres towards the vibrant city of Barcelona in Spain. The journey took us around six hours, with beautiful scenery along the way as we crossed the border and…