5 Travel 'Mistakes' You Should Keep Making
Everyone has travel advice for you. Contrary to popular advice, we encourage you to keep on making these five travel mistakes and be none the worse for it. Happy mistaking! Travel without a plan - One morning I ...
The Sand Art of Odisha
photo courtesy: mattbuck If you happen to be in the Eastern Indian state of Odisha and are strolling on the beaches of the temple town of Puri do not be surprised if you see a spectacular palace arising out ...
Brihadeswara Temple – An epitome of Chola Power and Grandeur
Here is a pictorial guide to the famous Brihadeshwara temple in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. The temple symoblises the glory and heights of architecture achieved during the reign of the Chola kings. {photo-feature}...
How to Avoid Culture Shock in India
India is a land of diversity, a land which makes space for all dreams to be dreamed, a land of philosophers and merchants, of princes and ascetics. Nothing complex and nothing simple, India is a destination that has attracted people from ...
Guide to Street Smart Travel in India
More than in any country in the world, you need to be street smart in India. Your street smartness will help you navigate the tricky Indian waters of travel. Indians are warm, large-hearted and generous but which country in the world ...
Makara Sankranti- Harvest festivals of India
Makara Sankranti- Harvest festivals of India Makara Sankranti has spiritual and religious significance for all Hindus. This is the day when according to astrological charts the sun transistions into the Makara rashi(house of Capricorn) from the house of Sagittarius. Makara ...
How to find the best hotel deals online
Every other booking site claims to offer you the 'best' deal in town. If you are making a booking make sure you are looking at the right places. Here is a lowdown on how to go about finding the ...
Get Ready for a Second Honeymoon!
How many of you agree that you miss romance in your lives? Today, life is fast as a race and romance has taken a back seat with career and other priorities taking the lead. Rekindle that special spark in your relationship ...
Unusual temples and memorials in India
Faith comes in all forms, shapes and sizes. Even in the form of toy aeroplanes! From temples that serve noodles as prasad to providing breakfast to a dead soldier, take a look at these places which redefine the word 'unusual' ...
First Aid Day 2021: Travel Essentials You Don't Leave Home Without
The internet abounds with articles providing their own lists of 'essential' stuff to carry with you on your travels. This First Aid Day 2021, Native planet brings to a no-frills list of bare minimum necessities (no computers, tablets and headphones) required to ...
What NOT to Expect in India
Here are some images of India that we feel can be reduced to nearest trash bin in the recesses of our mind. Welcome to India but don't expect the following here Photo Courtesy: plusgood Sages, yoga and ...
5 Ways to Find an Almost Perfect Travel Companion
Tired of wandering alone? Perhaps solo travel isn't your thing. We at Native Planet understand the concerns of having a friend circle that cannot go beyond the burger shop at the corner of the road. We understand that your eyes are ...