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Unique travel experiences in Indian that you NEED to check out: Part 1

The Indian Subcontinent is and has been known for its rich array of cultural diversity, the warm and welcoming nature of the localities, and the most enchanting views. After exploring the country across and down for centuries, there are still some super cool and unknown locations that hold some of the most unique and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Here is Part 1 of the series where we uncover the hidden gems with unique experiences. Follow for more! Lodge in an Igloo Starting from the top of the country at the crown of India, the Himalayas, where you can stay in an Igloo among the 7ft snowfall. Why visit Norway or Antarctica to stay in an igloo when you can have it right here in our own Himachal! Meet the Head-Hunter tribe The Head-Hunter tribe are one of the fiercest warriors who got the name ‘The Head-Hunter tribe’ as they cut off the heads of their enemy clans as a boast of their valour. Fear not, since they are super friendly and respect their visitors like royalty. Do stop by at Mon in Nagaland for a meet and greet with the tribe members! Check out India’s spiciest chilli Did you know that Bhut Jholokia, aka the Ghost Pepper is THE spiciest chilli produced in India, and is ranked the 7th most spiciest chilli in the world? Check out the plantations of the Ghost chillies in Assam, Nagaland, Manipur, and Arunachal Pradesh during your trip and try one if you have the taste buds for it! Stay in a 12th Century fort Built in 1156 AD, the Jaisalmer Fort of Rajasthan is the 2nd oldest fort in Rajasthan, and is one of the oldest standing and functional forts in the world! Bunk at the Jaisalmer fort for that royal experience today! Visit the Upward flowing waterfall The Naneghat Waterfalls is one of nature’s most unique and exquisite phenomena, where gravity takes a break from its daily duty. The water pressure and speed is so high that the water shoots back up in the monsoon.

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Top countries to travel in 2023: Part 1

Like a bird, travelling sets you free from all your earthly bounds and burdens that anchor you down. Here are the top countries to visit in 2023 to make your time there the most memorable and perfect! Panama The country Panama is one of the major tourist attractions in Central America, and is well-known for its man-made wonder, the Panama Canal. Panama has a lot more to offer to its visitors than just the canal, and is filled with Marine and Zoological Parks and Sanctuaries, Best beaches to Surf, Unique and refreshing experience of Coffee tasting, beautiful dormant volcanoes to hike and horse-back ride and much more! Croatia Croatia is one of the beautiful and sophisticated countries with lush green hills, bright blue seas, picturesque waterfalls, stunning islands and ecosystems, and the most exquisite of them all, the ancient Roman ruins and the fragrant lavender fields that just add the cherry on the top. Barbados Bearing the crown of nature’s beauty, Barbados is rich and famous for its sapphire beaches, exotic wildlife reserves, astonishingly magnificent caves, botanic gardens. And to give you the experience of a lifetime, Barbados presents you with its one-of-a-kind cuisine and is known for its deep-rooted and vibrant culture. Costa rica Costa Rica is most certainly one of the best experiences that you will ever experience in your life, with unparalleled views of the cloud forests, a breath-taking trip around the Volcano Arenal, a tour around the National and Marine reserves, novel and friendly localities and their rich cultures. Ethiopia Explore the country where your favourite morning beverage, coffee originated, and is the highest producer of coffee and honey in all of Africa! Known for its brilliantly built ancient architectures and churches, National Parks and Museums, and the exuberant marketplace that sells on its own! If you love travelling around the world, keep up for the upcoming series of all the best travel locations and countries in 2023, and follow for a perfectly fool-proof and budgeted travel itinerary!

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Amazon Traveller MUST haves: Safety edition (Part 2)

Being a travel-buff is an elation on multiple levels. Knowing your surroundings and having complete and total situational awareness during your trip is extremely vital. Here are some of the best travel safety essentials that every traveller needs to have. Check out Part 1 of the series and follow for more such useful and informative content! HASTHIP Portable Door Lock One of the most essential and useful travel needs that every traveller needs to carry on person is this portable door lock. The reinforced metal adds an extra safety to your usual hotel room and makes it extremely difficult, and hard to break into your stay at just Rs. 719/- SVH Plastic Multifunctional Keychain Mini Led Light This hand-held/magnetic LED flashlight comes with multiple uses and can be used as a bottle opener, and can be hung or attached magnetically to any metal body. What makes this an essential purchase is that the USB chargeable flashlight has 3 different light settings ranging from medium, high, and an SOS function that flashes light at a rhythmic frequency, making it the perfect source of light for lone travellers. Pricing at just Rs. 259/- make this your travel buddy now! Sunkizzrs Travel Lock Safety One of the travel threats is losing your luggage or having your belongings being stolen from it when you’re distracted. This 4 digit lock comes with a spiral wire that allows you to wrap all your belongings together before locking in safety. Keep your belongings safe at just Rs. 369/-! NGX Door Entry Stopper Security Burglar Alarm Having a good night’s sleep is vital to function for every being, but is it completely safe to have a sound snooze in an unknown hotel room? This door stopper alarm helps you to keep your paranoia away and helps you feel more safe and secure and most importantly, known. Simply just place this in front of your door and adjust the sensitivity on the stopper to monitor the door movements at just Rs. 500/-

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Portable Changing Tent that Every Traveller Needs!

If you’re someone who travels too often or loves to go to the beach, but are tired of running around to find a secure changing spot, then you’re in the right place. ‘The BLEQYS Pop Up Privacy Tent’ is a travel must have that no one can miss, especially women. This travel essential comes with a storage bag to keep your belongings, a head window for you to use it as a shower, a side window for ventilation if needed, a hanging rope to hang your clothes and belongings, an anti-wind design with fully functional metal tent stakes and wind ropes for an extra reinforcement to keep the tent anchored to the ground, and a carry bag to fold and store the tent. Pricing at just Rs. 1,699/-, this waterproof tent comes in 4 exciting colours!

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Travel Made Easy: The Ultimate 2-in-1 Diaper Bag with Crib for New Parents

Being a new parent is filled with joy, love, laughter and an extreme sense of elation. The feel of travelling with your little angel is surely another level of happiness for every new parent. It’s all fun and games until your little angel has to be changed or needs a bottle or some new clothes. Most of our regular use bags are not equipped to hold multiple essential items. This is where the ‘MotherLike Diaper Bag With Crib For Mothers For Travel’ comes into action. Not only does this bag comes with an inner insulation and a completely waterproof body, this masterpiece doubles up and expands into a portable changing station for your little one. Equipped with 12 pockets, this bag is well organised, and big enough to carry all the baby essential items like 3 insulated bottle pockets to keep them warm or cold, 1 main pocket, 1 waterproof pocket , 1 anti-theft pocket for mobile phone or wallet. Additionally, the other pockets can hold laptops, diapers, clothing, bottles, wipes, and all the accessories that you and  your baby will need during the trip. Pricing at just Rs. 1,899/- the MotherLike diaper bag with crib sure to keep your trip a happy, safe and hassle-free one!

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Amazon traveller MUST haves: Toddlers and babies edition

Travelling with your little ones are all fun and games until the question of their safety and comfort arise. These Amazon finds will help you travel with your little angels safer and easier. GRACIOUS MART Baby Noise Cancelling Headphones Newborns and toddlers have very sensitive ears, and can hear far sharper than an average adult. What may seem like a little noisy inconvenience to you, might actually feel like a parade in your little one’s ears. Protect your baby’s ears with these smart noise cancelling headphones and give them the comfort of a happy travel at just Rs. 949/- Kidsafe Belt Two Wheeler Child Belt- Ever since the invention of 2 wheelers came along, the practice of taking our little ones for a drive has never seen the end. Make your bike rides with your baby safer with the safety child harness that keeps your baby from falling off at just Rs. 999 /- Toriox Baby Anti Lost Strap Wrist Link Safety Belt Nothing causes more panic than losing your child in a heavily crowded area. The Anti-lost strap is a protective harness, encased with extra padding to wrap the wrist of your child and keep them from wandering off into the crowd. Pricing at just Rs. 295/- this is a must have for all the new toddler parents. ASR Ahad Safety Rider Boom Junior Half face Kids Helmet Driving around with your children are truly one of the most cherished moments and core memories that the child looks back on growing up. Make your travel with your treasured little baby safer with the safety rider junior helmets at just Rs. 699/-

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Amazon traveller MUST haves: Safety edition (Part 1)

May it be a man or a woman travelling in a group or solo, the matter of personal safety should always be of the highest priority. Here are some Amazon traveller must haves of the Safety edition, part 1. IMPOWER self defence pepper spray This 4 inch pepper spray has an impact range of 12 feet, and can cause severe skin irritation, uncontrollable tearing of the eyes, extreme cough, and breathing excursion when used on. Stretch your hand fully and cover your eyes and nose before spraying the pepper spray for 2-3 seconds. Pricing at just Rs. 169/-, this is one of the most important safety gadgets that you need to keep yourself from not being the next victim. POOGDY portable door lock with EDC tools This pocket door lock is not just your typical door lock to prevent anyone from entering without permission, but can also be used to cut open boxes, screw in nuts and screws, cut cables, break glass, strip wires, pry bars, and has its own metal screw bit and allen key bit to help you in almost all the emergency situations. Pricing at Rs. 650/-, this tiny little tool can actually save your life and help you protect yourself from any dangers. IMPOWER self defence emergency alarm This emergency alarm is super compact and can fit inside your pockets easily. Ranging at a massive 130 decibel, the emergency safety alarm is extremely loud and deafening. With LED lights that flash, a solid 8 months battery life and a high safety siren, this product is sure to save your life from human and non-human predators if you’re stuck alone, at just Rs. 549/- Remember to use these gadgets wisely and carefully since it is highly possible to inflict extreme physical harm when used on. Do not use these safety tools for the idea of fun, rather, use it to protect yourself. Follow for Part 2!

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Reasons why this is the only travel bag you’ll ever need!

Browsing through Amazon, I found THE perfect bag for travel that is lightweight, stylish, waterproof and has compartments for all my essential supplies! May it be a road trip, or even a small errand to the markets or an intense workout session at the gym, the  Foldie Expandable Travel Bag is truly what every traveller needs. This bag comes in 5 different colours and has separate compartments for your essentials like water bottle, mobile phone, a trolley sleeve and an additional dry segment to store your toiletries and wet clothes separately for that moist and odour free storage. This bag can hold up to 3-4 days worth travel supplies with its extension zipper which adds up to the existing storage space! Pricing at just Rs. 599/-, this duffel bag is completely waterproof and highly durable, making it a mandatory purchase for all the wanderlusts out there!

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This ‘No-Flour’ chocolate cake is all you need!

Ever craved that chocolaty, spongy cake, but can’t Swiggy it? Then this little recipe is all you need to make your yummy chocolate cake without any flour! The No-flour cake requires around 1 hour of your time to relish, and can be baked with your everyday pantry items. What you’ll need: ● Dark or Milk chocolate – 200 gms● Cocoa powder – 50 gms● Sugar – 1.5 cups● Egg – 4● Vanilla essence – 2 to 3 drops● Salt – 1 pinch● Unsalted butter – 20 gms How to make it: ● Melt up some chocolate with the butter and set aside in a mixing container.● Whisk up the egg whites with sugar until soft and fluffy.● Add cocoa powder, vanilla essence, salt, the egg yolks and the whisked egg white mixture well without any lumps● Bake in the oven for 45 mins and serve with powdered sugar or chocolate sauce topping! Optional: Add in your chocolate chips or blocks of frozen nutella to the batter and layer it up before baking for that extra chocolaty flavour!

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Survival tips that could save your life during an Airplane crash

Surviving a traumatic event like a plane crash needs preparation even before you book your tickets and extend till you have completely recovered from the physical and mental trauma. Here are some tips that increase your chance of survival during a plane crash. Book the safest seats – This might seem questionable since the entire plane is crashing. But, there are statistically tested seats that hold better chances of survival. Usually, the back seats of the plane get the least impact, and have proven to have almost 32% more survival rate during a plane crash. Dress for survival and not occasion – Flying in a plane is not an occasion, rather yet another means of commute, so dress to protect yourself from cool winds, heat exposures, lack of oxygen and low cabin pressure. Opt for cotton or wool based clothes and remember to wear shoes instead of your fancy footwear which could potentially slow you down during a crisis. Focus on the Safety instructions – Safety instructions are briefed just to make sure that all the passengers have an equal chance of survival during a mishap. Missing out on these crucial instructions will most likely cost your life at times of an airplane crisis. Prepare yourself with survival techniques – Before boarding ensure to read and learn survival skills and techniques and hacks that will help you save yourself during a crash. Pack an emergency kit – Emergency kit or a waterproof fanny pack with your emergency details, instructions, documents and medications and instructions on how to administer them, along with the notes on your allergies need to be packed and kept handy to look out for any unfortunate events.

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