One of the most famous festivals in India is Diwali, known as The Festival of Lights. In different ways and forms it is celebrated in many parts of the country but is celebrated in it’s best known way in regions…
Ganesh Chaturthi Festival
Elephant head. Rotund belly. A lotus seat. Gentle, smiling eyes and the humble mouse as vehicle. Put the five things together and you get the image of India’s most beloved deity Sri Ganesha. The Ganesh Chaturthi Festival (also known as…
Biryani Recipe – The taste of India
No dish in India creates as much excitement and yearning as the Biryani nor as much heated debate about their individual virtues and shortcomings. With its beautiful blend of meat, spices, aromas and rice, it is the first dish that…
Typical Indian Breakfasts- Part II
Indian cuisine is as varied as this great land that is India. From North to South and from East to West, innumerable mouthwatering delicacies are prepared every day, to feed the hardworking people of our nation. No meal is as…
The five best views in India
Large magnificent vistas often unfold when one is on the road in India! For many travellers, these views define the destination for them forever. India has some spectacular sights with equally good vantage points from where to view them. Whether…
Why Homestay Beats Hotel
We received some feedback from a guest today and we’d like to share it. Because we think it illustrates one of the many benefits in choosing a Homestay over a Hotel: Many of my friends and family are very impressed…
Meet the hosts: Mr Vijai Singh Mankotia from Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh
Discovering the unique stories and backgrounds of your hosts sets a homestay apart from a hotel, especially when the hosts have such amazing stories to tell. The owners of Royal homestay with sumptuous food hail from a glorious line of politicians and…
Rajasthan photos
Tales of valiant Rajput Kings, architectural grandeur, vibrant colours and charming chaos hang heavy in the air. It is certainly recommended to visit Rajasthan, even if you need to give some other destinations a miss. The four main cities of…
Etiquette When Staying in an Indian Home
Never been a guest before in an Indian family home? Well here are some ‘Homestay etiquette’ tips, to make your stay pleasant and memorable… Hospitality Most Homestay owners are not professionals trained in the hospitality industry. As guests, respect their…
India attractions: Famous heritage sites
There are so many diverse things in India to see that planning a trip can get confusing and overwhelming. So, to help you plan according to your interest and passion we are going to run a collection of articles on…