Mahableshwar, roughly 1,353 m (4,439 ft) above sea level, is a short drive away from Panchgani. It might be a good idea to keep either hill station as a base and explore the other on a day trip. Mahableshwar gets way more tourists than Panchgani and is tailor-made for domestic tourism. It’s also an easy weekend escape…
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My earliest memories of Panchgani had a foreboding air to them. Back in the day, Panchgani was used as a ruse by distraught parents to get their incorrigible children in line. A mecca for boarding schools, most kids from Bombay were terrified of being packed off to Panchgani. Two kids (who were rather infamous for…
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Route Map We had spent a day in Lonavala (previous post) and decided to drive to the next hill station on the following day. We could have stayed back and explored a lot more in Lonavala, but we wanted this trip to serve as a template for longer road trips in the future. Most of…
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We hadn’t travelled within India for the past eight years. We spent most of our trips back home (from Seoul) with family and friends. Back then, our aim was to explore as many countries internationally (given how horrid the visa-waiting time and process is) and it’s quite possible we got a bit carried away. We…
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Distance: Mumbai – Kashid 130 km (Approx.) Mumbai – Murud Janjira 150 Km (Approx.) How to get there: The most convenient way to reach Murud Janjira would be by road. Besides state buses, there are many pvt. hire cabs/tourist vehicles that will make the trip for a fixed fee. Alternatively, try doing the road trip…
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Distance: Approx 100 Km from Mumbai. Should take at least 3 hours (subject to traffic). How to get there: By Road Google Maps Lodging: Sidz Cottage Review: Nagaon isn’t markedly different from its neighbour, Alibag. Perhaps, there are fewer people. Nagaon’s coastline is lined with tall trees which make for excellent snaps. Horse rides, lazy swims,…
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ALIBAG Distance: 108 Km from Mumbai (by road). Approx 3 hrs (subject to traffic at Panvel) How to get there: 1. By Road Google Maps 2. By Ferry/Catamaran from Gateway of India to Alibag. Take a local bus or rick to your resort. Review: Alibag is probably the most popular weekend getaway for those living in…
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