Things to do in Switzerland

Switzerland is the dream destination for tourists across the world. Bollywood movies and songs have immortalized this scenic country. It is one of the most preferred honeymoon choices as well. Surrounded by the majestic Alps, Switzerland is picture-perfect from every angle. Lush green valleys dotted with cottages right out of a fairytale welcome you as…

Places to visit in Switzerland

Considered to be one of the most beautiful places on earth, Switzerland needs no introduction. The snowlines of the Alps, lakes with brilliant blue-green waters, emerald coloured meadows, vast farms full of flowers, and mystic castles looming high in the clouds- all conjure up images of a magical place. Best places to visit in Switzerland …

Top 5 International Destinations for Spending Your Winter Vacation

Winter season is one of the most glorious times of the year around the world. There is a festive atmosphere in the air and the air is crisp with a chill that invigorates the soul. This is the best time to enjoy snowfalls and see the surroundings turn into a winter wonderland. The best part…

7 Most Extraordinary Cities in Europe those are perfect for a Romantic Getaway

Romantic Cities In Europe There is a charm of Europe that nobody can deny. We Indians, from our childhood, have read the stories of princesses and castles of Europe and many of us have developed a sense of romance from those fairytales. So, believe it or not some cities in Europe have still kept the…

The Best Places to Visit in Venice

Being the most visited city in the world, Venice enjoys the status of being one of the most romantic cities too. The beautiful architecture, winding lanes and bylanes, canals, gondolas and the water taxis make this city what it is. It is one place that is best seen on foot and by getting lost. Here…

To Florence, with love – Best Places to Visit in Florence

“A man, who has not been in Italy, is always conscious of inferiority, from his not having seen what it is expected a man should see.” – Samuel Johnson Everyone in this world deserves to experience the iconic masterpieces of Renaissance architecture and art that this citta’ d’arte (a city of art) boasts of. One of…

Loved-up in Venice

Ah, the fascinating maze called Venice! Reading Shakespeare’s much celebrated play – The Merchant of Venice and watching the enthralling movie – The Italian Job; I had always pictured Venezia (Italian for Venice) as a dreamy city with shades of grey. Walking through the maze like secret stone passages and the fading pastel buildings, we…

Belgium – The land of Belgian Chocolates And Belgian Fries

Belgium – Beyond Chocolates ! My husband (K) had some work in Belgium, and I decided to join him for the short trip to the beautiful city – how could I not? Belgium is famous for all my kind of things – Belgian chocolates, Belgian waffles, the ever so decadent Belgian fries and Belgian beer…..

Intoxicating Rome!

Smitten With Rome ! Seemingly random things can inspire dreams! Relishing all the delectable Italian pizzas, raviolis and pastas since childhood, and reading all those Keats and Shelly as a student, had always made me want to visit Italy, and Rome in particular. So, as an ardent lover of literature and food, I bided my…

A country within a city – The Vaticano!

Vatican City -The World’s Smallest Country We were on a much anticipated tour of Italy last year, and carving out a full day to visit this smallest independent sovereign state of the world, we took the Metro from Roma Termini to the holy city of Vatican (the most convenient way to reach the Vatican). From…

A Holiday In Bucharest

A Brief Holiday In Bucharest – Paris of East Europe Bucharest is known as Paris of the east, and rightly so. With its east European architecture, coupled with a romantic sense of history, it is a must visit city if you happen to be anywhere in the vicinity. My husband was to visit Bucharest as…

Trip To Paris

Trip To Paris – The Epitome of Romance, Glamour and Art The love, the romance, the starry-eyed dreams of impossibly beautiful streets, and of course, the sheer coolness factor – a lot was going through our minds when we decided to go on a trip to Paris last year. We three musketeers – my husband…