Exploring the elusive lifestyle of Nagaland’s Konyak tribe
Nivi Shrivastava
By Nivi Shrivastava There are some trips that you must take to understand the real meaning of life; and, my first visit to the wild, Nagaland was nothing less than…
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Treasure hunt in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter
Birmingham‘s most famous lane, the Jewellery Quarter, is home to over 700 jewellers and independent retailers in the United Kingdom. The largest jewellery hub in Europe contributing to 40 percent…
Five unique destinations in Odisha to cover on a road trip
They say travelling in India is best if you are taking the road. For those who love to explore the less-famous destinations, a visit to Odisha’s unexplored towns and villages…
Experience Azerbaijan’s food, culture and nature in pocket-friendly travel budget
By Nivi Shrivastava “Salam! Welcome to Baku, is it your first time in Azerbaijan?” greeted our curious guide Chinara, a mild-mannered Azeri with bright eyes and thick eyebrows, who had…
Five ways to save money in Maldives
By Nivi Shrivastava Looking for an exciting beach destination this summer, without burning a hole in your pocket? Think the Maldives. The beautiful island country in the Indian Ocean is…
A cultural rhapsody in Birmingham
The famous German Christmas market is lit up early this year in Birmingham’s Victoria Square as everyone in the UK is excited to celebrate Christmas after two years of the…
Falling in love with Azerbaijan, a perfect blend of Asia and Europe
By Nivi Shrivastava The beautiful nation of Azerbaijan is an exceptional destination for many reasons; famous for its transcontinental location between the Asian and European continents, exotic geography, and confluences…
Postcards from PM Modi’s birthplace Vadnagar in Gujarat
By Nivi Shrivastava Indian small towns are fascinating in their quirky ways with their unique history and folklores. Vadnagar, a small town in the Mehsana District of Gujarat, is not…
Forgotten Marwari havelis: arty abodes and murals of Shekhawati
By Nivi Shrivastava One would commonly associate Rajasthan’s architectural heritage with magnificent palaces and traditional temples built by royal families of the region; however, the artistic Havelis built by the…
A guide to navigating Madhya Pradesh’s exclusive winter fest – Jal Mahotsav 2022-23
By Nivi Shrivastava If you thought Madhya Pradesh was all about dense forest covers and elusive wildlife think again. Beyond the popular tourist circuits and wildlife adventures of MP, there…