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Category: Sri Lanka

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Why everyone is planning a trip to Sri Lanka

WannabemavenOctober 2, 2019

Sri Lanka truly has something to offer everybody – from golden beaches and national parks teeming with wildlife to exciting…

InternationalSri LankaTravelTravel itinerary

A complete guide to backpacking in Sri Lanka

WannabemavenMay 19, 2018

Long post alert! A lot of people asked for my itinerary ever since I backpacked in Sri Lanka in November…

Three home-stays in Sri Lanka that are great because of the hosts
Hotel ReviewsInternationalSri Lanka

Three home-stays in Sri Lanka that are great because of the hosts

WannabemavenJanuary 28, 2018

People are a very important part of my travel. They can make or break an experience for me. When I…

My guide to Sri Lankan cuisine in 20 dishes
Food and DrinkInternationalSri Lanka

My guide to Sri Lankan cuisine in 20 dishes

WannabemavenDecember 18, 2017

I prefer to eat local in a new city. It’s one of my favourite things about travel. How interesting it…



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  • Above the bustle of Mussoorie, Landour is a quiet, colonial-era cantonment area where time slows down and every bend smells of pine. It’s a small, walkable town — wonderfully preserved — which also means there are only a handful of places to stay.

And while many properties may say “Landour,” they’re often closer to (or actually in) Mussoorie which is not quite the same vibe.

Here are a few stays that are truly in Landour - perfect for a two-night stay👇
🏡 La Villa Bethany (where we stayed)
🌲 Devdar Woods
🪵 Rokeby Manor
☀️ Light of Landour
🛖 Doma’s Inn

Bookmark this for your next quiet mountain escape.

#landour #travel #uttarakhand #traveller #mussoorie #landourdiaries #uttarakhandtourism
  • Did I go to Landour for the views and the weather? Of course.

Did I come back with a box of madeleines, luxury bath soaps, and a fridge magnet stash built on tradition (and guilt gifting)? Also, yes.

Landour isn’t exactly a shopping destination, but somehow, I ended up with a bunch of little things that feel like big memories — a postcard I’m planning to frame, peanut butter I’m eating straight from the jar, and those fancy Himalayan face creams I stole from my homestay.

Swipe to see what made its way back home with me.

#landour #uttarakhand 

[Things to do in Landour, Mussoorie, Landour travel guide, Uttarakhand places to visit]
  • The coziest corner in Landour. @lavillabethany was our home on the hills ⛰️

#Landour #Uttarakhand #travel #mountains #homestays #indiantravelblogger #travelwriter

[Where to stay in landour]
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  • Life, Camera, Action 🎬

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  • Just published a new story on Laos🇱🇦 — a country that usually flies under the radar in Southeast Asia, but honestly, is a hidden gem if you love slow, meaningful travel. I spent a week backpacking across Laos and put together a guide for Travel + Leisure Asia, packed with all the little finds and slow moments that will make you fall in love with the place.

#laos #travel #laostravel #laosguide #laostourism #traveladdict #travelblogger #travelwriter
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  • Chembur's kulcha game quite strong💪

📍 Sainath Dhaba, Chembur Camp

#mumbai #mumbaifoodie #mumbaistreetfood #kulcha #mumbaifood #foodwriter #foodreel
  • Fitness goals ✅

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Above the bustle of Mussoorie, Landour is a quiet, colonial-era cantonment area where time slows down and every bend smells of pine. It’s a small, walkable town — wonderfully preserved — which also means there are only a handful of places to stay. And while many properties may say “Landour,” they’re often closer to (or actually in) Mussoorie which is not quite the same vibe. Here are a few stays that are truly in Landour - perfect for a two-night stay👇 🏡 La Villa Bethany (where we stayed) 🌲 Devdar Woods 🪵 Rokeby Manor ☀️ Light of Landour 🛖 Doma’s Inn Bookmark this for your next quiet mountain escape. #landour #travel #uttarakhand #traveller #mussoorie #landourdiaries #uttarakhandtourism
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Did I go to Landour for the views and the weather? Of course.

Did I come back with a box of madeleines, luxury bath soaps, and a fridge magnet stash built on tradition (and guilt gifting)? Also, yes.

Landour isn’t exactly a shopping destination, but somehow, I ended up with a bunch of little things that feel like big memories — a postcard I’m planning to frame, peanut butter I’m eating straight from the jar, and those fancy Himalayan face creams I stole from my homestay.

Swipe to see what made its way back home with me.

#landour #uttarakhand 

[Things to do in Landour, Mussoorie, Landour travel guide, Uttarakhand places to visit]
Did I go to Landour for the views and the weather? Of course.

Did I come back with a box of madeleines, luxury bath soaps, and a fridge magnet stash built on tradition (and guilt gifting)? Also, yes.

Landour isn’t exactly a shopping destination, but somehow, I ended up with a bunch of little things that feel like big memories — a postcard I’m planning to frame, peanut butter I’m eating straight from the jar, and those fancy Himalayan face creams I stole from my homestay.

Swipe to see what made its way back home with me.

#landour #uttarakhand 

[Things to do in Landour, Mussoorie, Landour travel guide, Uttarakhand places to visit]
Did I go to Landour for the views and the weather? Of course.

Did I come back with a box of madeleines, luxury bath soaps, and a fridge magnet stash built on tradition (and guilt gifting)? Also, yes.

Landour isn’t exactly a shopping destination, but somehow, I ended up with a bunch of little things that feel like big memories — a postcard I’m planning to frame, peanut butter I’m eating straight from the jar, and those fancy Himalayan face creams I stole from my homestay.

Swipe to see what made its way back home with me.

#landour #uttarakhand 

[Things to do in Landour, Mussoorie, Landour travel guide, Uttarakhand places to visit]
Did I go to Landour for the views and the weather? Of course.

Did I come back with a box of madeleines, luxury bath soaps, and a fridge magnet stash built on tradition (and guilt gifting)? Also, yes.

Landour isn’t exactly a shopping destination, but somehow, I ended up with a bunch of little things that feel like big memories — a postcard I’m planning to frame, peanut butter I’m eating straight from the jar, and those fancy Himalayan face creams I stole from my homestay.

Swipe to see what made its way back home with me.

#landour #uttarakhand 

[Things to do in Landour, Mussoorie, Landour travel guide, Uttarakhand places to visit]
Did I go to Landour for the views and the weather? Of course.

Did I come back with a box of madeleines, luxury bath soaps, and a fridge magnet stash built on tradition (and guilt gifting)? Also, yes.

Landour isn’t exactly a shopping destination, but somehow, I ended up with a bunch of little things that feel like big memories — a postcard I’m planning to frame, peanut butter I’m eating straight from the jar, and those fancy Himalayan face creams I stole from my homestay.

Swipe to see what made its way back home with me.

#landour #uttarakhand 

[Things to do in Landour, Mussoorie, Landour travel guide, Uttarakhand places to visit]
Did I go to Landour for the views and the weather? Of course.

Did I come back with a box of madeleines, luxury bath soaps, and a fridge magnet stash built on tradition (and guilt gifting)? Also, yes.

Landour isn’t exactly a shopping destination, but somehow, I ended up with a bunch of little things that feel like big memories — a postcard I’m planning to frame, peanut butter I’m eating straight from the jar, and those fancy Himalayan face creams I stole from my homestay.

Swipe to see what made its way back home with me.

#landour #uttarakhand 

[Things to do in Landour, Mussoorie, Landour travel guide, Uttarakhand places to visit]
Did I go to Landour for the views and the weather? Of course.

Did I come back with a box of madeleines, luxury bath soaps, and a fridge magnet stash built on tradition (and guilt gifting)? Also, yes.

Landour isn’t exactly a shopping destination, but somehow, I ended up with a bunch of little things that feel like big memories — a postcard I’m planning to frame, peanut butter I’m eating straight from the jar, and those fancy Himalayan face creams I stole from my homestay.

Swipe to see what made its way back home with me.

#landour #uttarakhand 

[Things to do in Landour, Mussoorie, Landour travel guide, Uttarakhand places to visit]
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Did I go to Landour for the views and the weather? Of course. Did I come back with a box of madeleines, luxury bath soaps, and a fridge magnet stash built on tradition (and guilt gifting)? Also, yes. Landour isn’t exactly a shopping destination, but somehow, I ended up with a bunch of little things that feel like big memories — a postcard I’m planning to frame, peanut butter I’m eating straight from the jar, and those fancy Himalayan face creams I stole from my homestay. Swipe to see what made its way back home with me. #landour #uttarakhand [Things to do in Landour, Mussoorie, Landour travel guide, Uttarakhand places to visit]
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The coziest corner in Landour. @lavillabethany was our home on the hills ⛰️ #Landour #Uttarakhand #travel #mountains #homestays #indiantravelblogger #travelwriter [Where to stay in landour]
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April Dump ☀️🏖️

#travel #April #traveller #beach #travelblogger
April Dump ☀️🏖️

#travel #April #traveller #beach #travelblogger
April Dump ☀️🏖️

#travel #April #traveller #beach #travelblogger
April Dump ☀️🏖️

#travel #April #traveller #beach #travelblogger
April Dump ☀️🏖️

#travel #April #traveller #beach #travelblogger
April Dump ☀️🏖️

#travel #April #traveller #beach #travelblogger
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#travel #April #traveller #beach #travelblogger
April Dump ☀️🏖️

#travel #April #traveller #beach #travelblogger
April Dump ☀️🏖️

#travel #April #traveller #beach #travelblogger
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April Dump ☀️🏖️ #travel #April #traveller #beach #travelblogger
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Life, Camera, Action 🎬 #travel #bikeride #tibet #motorcyclelife #nepal #mountains #motorcyclediaries #traveladdict #worldtravel #roadtrip
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Just published a new story on Laos🇱🇦 — a country that usually flies under the radar in Southeast Asia, but honestly, is a hidden gem if you love slow, meaningful travel. I spent a week backpacking across Laos and put together a guide for Travel + Leisure Asia, packed with all the little finds and slow moments that will make you fall in love with the place.

#laos #travel #laostravel #laosguide #laostourism #traveladdict #travelblogger #travelwriter
Just published a new story on Laos🇱🇦 — a country that usually flies under the radar in Southeast Asia, but honestly, is a hidden gem if you love slow, meaningful travel. I spent a week backpacking across Laos and put together a guide for Travel + Leisure Asia, packed with all the little finds and slow moments that will make you fall in love with the place.

#laos #travel #laostravel #laosguide #laostourism #traveladdict #travelblogger #travelwriter
Just published a new story on Laos🇱🇦 — a country that usually flies under the radar in Southeast Asia, but honestly, is a hidden gem if you love slow, meaningful travel. I spent a week backpacking across Laos and put together a guide for Travel + Leisure Asia, packed with all the little finds and slow moments that will make you fall in love with the place.

#laos #travel #laostravel #laosguide #laostourism #traveladdict #travelblogger #travelwriter
Just published a new story on Laos🇱🇦 — a country that usually flies under the radar in Southeast Asia, but honestly, is a hidden gem if you love slow, meaningful travel. I spent a week backpacking across Laos and put together a guide for Travel + Leisure Asia, packed with all the little finds and slow moments that will make you fall in love with the place.

#laos #travel #laostravel #laosguide #laostourism #traveladdict #travelblogger #travelwriter
Just published a new story on Laos🇱🇦 — a country that usually flies under the radar in Southeast Asia, but honestly, is a hidden gem if you love slow, meaningful travel. I spent a week backpacking across Laos and put together a guide for Travel + Leisure Asia, packed with all the little finds and slow moments that will make you fall in love with the place.

#laos #travel #laostravel #laosguide #laostourism #traveladdict #travelblogger #travelwriter
Just published a new story on Laos🇱🇦 — a country that usually flies under the radar in Southeast Asia, but honestly, is a hidden gem if you love slow, meaningful travel. I spent a week backpacking across Laos and put together a guide for Travel + Leisure Asia, packed with all the little finds and slow moments that will make you fall in love with the place.

#laos #travel #laostravel #laosguide #laostourism #traveladdict #travelblogger #travelwriter
Just published a new story on Laos🇱🇦 — a country that usually flies under the radar in Southeast Asia, but honestly, is a hidden gem if you love slow, meaningful travel. I spent a week backpacking across Laos and put together a guide for Travel + Leisure Asia, packed with all the little finds and slow moments that will make you fall in love with the place.

#laos #travel #laostravel #laosguide #laostourism #traveladdict #travelblogger #travelwriter
Just published a new story on Laos🇱🇦 — a country that usually flies under the radar in Southeast Asia, but honestly, is a hidden gem if you love slow, meaningful travel. I spent a week backpacking across Laos and put together a guide for Travel + Leisure Asia, packed with all the little finds and slow moments that will make you fall in love with the place.

#laos #travel #laostravel #laosguide #laostourism #traveladdict #travelblogger #travelwriter
Just published a new story on Laos🇱🇦 — a country that usually flies under the radar in Southeast Asia, but honestly, is a hidden gem if you love slow, meaningful travel. I spent a week backpacking across Laos and put together a guide for Travel + Leisure Asia, packed with all the little finds and slow moments that will make you fall in love with the place.

#laos #travel #laostravel #laosguide #laostourism #traveladdict #travelblogger #travelwriter
Just published a new story on Laos🇱🇦 — a country that usually flies under the radar in Southeast Asia, but honestly, is a hidden gem if you love slow, meaningful travel. I spent a week backpacking across Laos and put together a guide for Travel + Leisure Asia, packed with all the little finds and slow moments that will make you fall in love with the place.

#laos #travel #laostravel #laosguide #laostourism #traveladdict #travelblogger #travelwriter
Just published a new story on Laos🇱🇦 — a country that usually flies under the radar in Southeast Asia, but honestly, is a hidden gem if you love slow, meaningful travel. I spent a week backpacking across Laos and put together a guide for Travel + Leisure Asia, packed with all the little finds and slow moments that will make you fall in love with the place.

#laos #travel #laostravel #laosguide #laostourism #traveladdict #travelblogger #travelwriter
Just published a new story on Laos🇱🇦 — a country that usually flies under the radar in Southeast Asia, but honestly, is a hidden gem if you love slow, meaningful travel. I spent a week backpacking across Laos and put together a guide for Travel + Leisure Asia, packed with all the little finds and slow moments that will make you fall in love with the place.

#laos #travel #laostravel #laosguide #laostourism #traveladdict #travelblogger #travelwriter
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Just published a new story on Laos🇱🇦 — a country that usually flies under the radar in Southeast Asia, but honestly, is a hidden gem if you love slow, meaningful travel. I spent a week backpacking across Laos and put together a guide for Travel + Leisure Asia, packed with all the little finds and slow moments that will make you fall in love with the place. #laos #travel #laostravel #laosguide #laostourism #traveladdict #travelblogger #travelwriter
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Chembur's kulcha game quite strong💪 📍 Sainath Dhaba, Chembur Camp #mumbai #mumbaifoodie #mumbaistreetfood #kulcha #mumbaifood #foodwriter #foodreel
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