Bangalore, Mysore, Darjeeling! Which is your best long weekend getaway? Find out as you read on.
Holi is just a couple of weeks away! Fortunately for us, Holi falls on a Thursday and the very next day is Good Friday. So that leaves us with a pretty long weekend of four days(Yay!).
For all Indians, Holi is a time of joy. The very mention of Holi conjures up images of bursts of colours, vivid dances, drenching wet chases to soak the other person up and an amazing party after.
Just reading this has invoked memories in you and left you smiling, right? In case you don’t want to miss out on this, go ahead and enjoy! For those who look to sneak away and escape from the rigors of city life, here are some great travel ideas for a long weekend.
Explore the world! Soak up to a different culture! Take in a plethora of memories! That’s what travel is all about, right?
Perfect travel ideas for a long weekend
1.Getaways to the Outskirts
Tired of the hustle and bustle of city life? Nothing sounds greater than a weekend getaway! Take some downtime, gather up minimal belongings(strictly avoiding as many gadgets as you can) and zip away to these exciting destinations.
Pondicherry:
In case you stay in Chennai or the South, Pondicherry is a desert oasis you must visit. The Le Pondy hotel is a must stay place offering you a sea view! What more does a lazy weekend demand? Get drenched in the local French culture and try the exceptional cuisine which is a fusion of the local Tamil and French.
Don’t miss: TheAurobindo Ashram, Auroville and Botanical Gardens
Food to-die-for: Coq au vin, Quiche
Bandipur:
For Bangaloreans and those nearby, Bandipur is a jungle retreat located close to the Bandipur forest reserve. It provides a complete escape from city life and even cell phone reception isn’t present. The only way to stay disconnected!
Don’t miss: Jungle walks in the Bandipur Forest, Spa facilities
The Windflower Resort and Spa Bandipur, offers you a 3 day stay in a suite complete with breakfast, lunch and dinner at just Rs.11,999. Don’t miss this offer as you get a feeling you’ve stepped back in time.
Darjeeling:
At the Central Nirvana, stay in a deluxe room, soak in the atmosphere as it’s in the valley in the midst of tranquility. Right from offloading your luggage, everything will be taken care of and you will feel like royalty. It only gets better as you bask in the mist and freshness of the hills.
Don’t miss: The Kanchenjunga peak and other scenic views, Tiger Hill
Food to die for: Momos, Thukpa, Darjeeling Tea
2.Goa:
Goa is a destination you can never go wrong with! Be it any time of the year(even scorching summer) Goa is always flooded with tourists enjoying the sunny atmosphere. Well if a place has more than 20 beaches, it’s bound to be crowded round the year, right?
There’s room for every kind of traveler in Goa. Are you travelling on a budget or willing to pamper yourself in luxury? Goa will fulfill your needs either way! So, if Goa has been on your mind for some time, just go ahead and book your tickets now.
Check out the Village Square Hotel in Anjuna which is a short distance away from beaches like Vagator and Baga. And if it’s Goa, we must dig into some sea food. Croquettes(beef rolls), Chamuca(Goan samosa) shouldn’t be missed here.
3.Luxury Stays
If a luxury stay is your idea of a getaway this Holi weekend, here are some great places you can opt for.
The ITC Gardenia, Bangalore is all set to pamper you with out-of-the-world spa services, amazing food and beverages, offering an old world ambience and fun atmosphere for kids.
Rates for rooms begin at Rs.15,681
The Elgin, Gangtok offers you the best in luxury! Sikkim is a gorgeous place to be in your bucket list for sure! This hotel which means ‘the house of jewels’ in Sikkimese has entertained guests like his Holiness The Dalai Lama, movie stars and many more.
Room rates begin as low as Rs. 10,499.
The Radisson Blue Hotel in Mysore is an excellent place to stay as you take in the sites and sounds of Mysore. A place of historical importance, do not miss out on the Mysore Palace and the Mysore Zoo.
Room rates begin at Rs. 5,145
4.Road Trips
Road trips are a great way to pamper your weekends. We’ve given you some of the best places to make road trips right here. Take your family or friends along. Enjoy your meals at roadside dhabas, stay at budget places or with friends who live along your route.
Just soak in the sense of freedom such road trips have to offer. This is the best time you should be making a road trip. The scorching summer will be here soon and we urge you to pack up before that.
Ok, folks! We’ve given you whatever ideas we have in mind. Plan ahead and choose from the world of destinations before you. Book your tickets from sites like Makemytrip with amazing holiday offers. Tell us how things went.