Visiting Namdroling Monastery, in Bylakuppe? In this travel blog, I have shared all the useful information you need to know – from how to get there to where to stay to what is the best time to travel to Bylakuppe. But before we get into the details, let’s talk about my personal travel experience. If you are not interested in reading my experience of Namdroling Monastery, scroll down to the heading that says how to travel from Bangalore to Bylakuppe. From there, and further be

When it comes to destinations like Goa, writing a travel guide becomes literally challenging. I mean there is so much to see and do in Goa that compiling it all in a list is a tough task. Compiling a list of best hostels in Goa is no easy job either, for there are so many of them. Staying and experiencing them all is moreover impossible. But just like most Indians, I have also been to Goa a few time, and have stayed at many hostels. I have stayed in North Goa, South Goa and even in cent

From honeymooners to backpackers, adventure seekers to those wanting to relax and unwind, Manali is a go-to vacation spot for everyone. It has temples, markets, hot springs, adventure sports, high mountain passes… you name it. Manali’s close proximity to New Delhi and an easy overnight journey moreover makes it a preferred tourist destination over the others. Since my first visit, which, in fact, took place in 2012, I have been to Manali more times than I can remember. I eve

The small but beautiful Himalayan town of Dharamshala attracts thousands of tourists every month. But with increasing crowds, the prices are increasing too. The good thing is, however, Dharamshala has a range of budget accommodation. There are enough backpacker hostels in Dharamshala to choose from. When looking for a hostel in the Dharamshala, look for something either in Dharamkot or Mcleodganj. I personally like Dharamkot the most because it is less crowded. Mcleodganj, on the other

This blog is a list of best hostels in Jibhi, the basis of my experiences. I’ve personally stayed at all these places and recommend them for their customer service and inhouse amenities, over other available options. But before I go ahead with the list, I want to mention a homestay and make an exception — Bunny’s Cottage, located near Rashala Village, 1km from the main market in Jibhi. I happened to stay at Bunny’s Cottage in February 2021 and totally loved the place.

Last week I went live on Instagram to share my experiences on ‘how to become a travel blogger and find travel blogging sponsorships‘. But as I began, and more people joined, I understood what the topic of my session should have rather been. Given the current scenario, people were keener to know about the impact of coronavirus on travel businesses. More than how to become a travel blogger, they wanted to know if it was a good time to switch career and become a travel blogger

In this blog, I have covered a list of best hostels in Rishikesh, the basis of my experiences. I’ve personally stayed at these hostels and recommend them for their customer service and in-house amenities. Home to many people’s spiritual rebirth, Rishikesh is unlike any other Indian town. It is the centre of studying yoga, with temples and ashrams lining the ghats of river Ganga. I remember the first time I visited this place, it was in 2015. I wasn’t looking for hostels

The very process of how to plan a Europe trip from India can feel daunting. From applying visas to shortlisting destinations to following a strict budget, there is a lot to plan. When I was thinking of my first ever backpacking trip to Europe, I was quite doubtful too. I had limited money and was travelling alone. To make it even worse, I was travelling Europe for 2-month, straight, covering 8 countries in total. But then, it helped me learn how to plan a Europe trip from India. And now

Looking for Jawa 42 Images? Here are some of the best and personal favorite Jawa Classic, Perak and Jawa 42 pictures I have clicked… My name is Dev (popular as Footloose Dev) and I am a full-time Indian travel blogger from New Delhi. I quit my corporate career in England, moved to India and became a full-time blogger and Youtuber in 2016. Since 2016, I’ve only been travelling around the world. I also happen to own the first Jawa 42 in Haryana. I got my bike in April 2019 and

Just like most tourists, my original fascination to visit Dawki River was quite obvious too. I was riveted by those Instagram photos with a boat floating above a river so clear that you could literally see through it. Umngot River, as I found, was indeed one of the picture-perfect cleanest rivers I’ve seen in India. On a good day, the river remains so clear that one can count the pebbles underneath. And that’s how I found it during my brief two-hour but a no-less-lucky visit. The pictu

Looking for Jawa 42 accessories online? Want to buy reliable Jawa aftermarket accessories like exhaust, backrest and seat? In this article, you will find some products that I have personally used, and recommend. Where I have tried and tested these Jawa 42 aftermarket accessories on my bike, most of these products can be used on your Jawa Classic too, as both motorcycles have the same hardware. For example, both the 42 and Classic have the same Handlebar diameter of 22.2mm, with the same

Filled with ancient ruins and one of the largest religious monuments in the globe, Siem Reap is an amazing place to visit. Featuring one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, this town was at the top of my bucket list – and I was not disappointed! For your first visit to Siem Reap, three days are enough and I will make you believe so in this blog. This 3-day Siem Reap Itinerary will allow you to experience the highlights of the area, including Angkor Archaeological Park, Pub

Update May 2020: I don’t suggest you visit Manali anymore. And this is for many reasons. For one, Manali is crowded. Two, the journey from Delhi is a boring one. And three, there are better alternative places in Himachal now, including Bir, Palampur, Tirthan Valley, Pabbar Valley and more. I have written this Delhi to Manali blog stating reasons why I discourage you to visit this place anymore. Go and have a read! If, however, you are still going ahead with your plan, let’s continue wi

The first time I travelled from Delhi to Chitkul it was 4 years ago. I was on a 9-day solo Delhi to Spiti Valley motorbike trip. My recent trip, on the other hand, took place in August 2019. On this trip, I was travelling with a friend and we were travelling from Delhi to Chitkul by bus. So yea, if you’re planning for a similar trip — whether self-driving or travelling by bus — and are looking for more personal tips, this travel blog is for you. If you are driving from Delhi to Ch

For people in Delhi & Chandigarh, Himachal is a popular destination, with Delhi to Manali being the most popular routes. Every weekend, thousands of people travel to this destination. Where some do a road-trip, others travel by bus. The first time I travelled on this route, I was in college. We hired a taxi and did a road trip. This was in 2009. Back then, the route was no less heaven. Except for between Delhi and Chandigarh, there was no trace of a highway and the thrill of driving

During my recent trip to Assam, I happened to visit a few places in Bodoland and click their pictures, including Dwijing Festival, Manas National Park and Bodo villages. It all happened when I, along with 8 other bloggers from across India, were invited by Assam tourism as Bodoland Ambassadors to be a part of an annual influencer program. The idea was to explore the upcoming tourist destinations there and talk about them on our blogs the way we like it. If you’re a travel influenc

Assam is one of the largest and most accessible of the seven states in Northeast India. Unlike most of the other states, it’s in Assam that no foreign or Indian tourist need any special permit to travel. Assam is moreover known for its rich biodiversity (visit the Bodoland region and you will realise what I am talking about) with some of the well known national parks in the world including Manas National Park and others. But where Assam has enough to offer for wildlife lovers, for a mou

I get regular comments from my readers wanting to know my Jawa 42 mileage. They write to me on Instagram, my Youtube channel and sometimes email me too. Where most of the time I reply to those queries asking the mileage of Jawa bikes, sometimes I don’t. I mean if you keep getting the same question — despite already having 3 videos and 2 blog posts on the same topic — what else would you do? Read this blog on Jawa 42 and you will see that I have already spoken about it in great deta

During my recent all India Delhi to Bangalore ride, I travelled from Bangalore to Munnar. Until now, Alleppey backwaters was my favourite destination in Kerala. But this time, as I repeated a few more popular destinations in Kerala, and travelled from Bangalore to Munnar, I realised what I was missing. Munnar is my new favourite in Kerala now. And this is because of many reasons. Read this detailed Munnar travel blog to find out the reasons why I loved it became my favorite. So yea, as I

During my recent all India Delhi to Bangalore motorcycle trip, I travelled from Coimbatore to Munnar to Kochi (not by bus, but a self-planned road trip). Here’s how the journey looked… Bangalore to Coimbatore (spent a night in Coimbatore) Coimbatore to Munnar (spent 2 nights in Munnar) Munnar to Kochi (Spent 3 nights in Kochin). As I reached Kochin and spoke to a few fellow backpackers about it, I realised that Kochi to Munnar is a comparatively more frequented route. It m