BOOKMARK THESE GETAWAYS FOR LONG WEEKENDS!

We all know that Mumbai life can get a little crazy. The morning fight to catch a train from Andheri and the evening trouble of getting from point A to point B at Dadar station can really take a toll on a Mumbaikar. Ek break toh banta hai!

So, when a long weekend comes calling, Mumbaikars love picking it up on the first ring. Away from the city’s hustle and bustle, Mumbaikars, whether an owner or residing in a rental flat are always on the lookout to find those secluded and off beat places to chill and get ready for a long working week. So, if you are new to this city or someone who has lived here for a long time and can really enjoy a good weekend, it is better for you to bookmark these places. They might just come in handy later.

·         Diveagar

Look beyond the beaches of Alibaug and visit the pristine beach which is about 4 hour drive from Mumbai and explore the beauty of Diveagar. Once here, you will forget all your worries and lead the good life.. well at least for the weekend! J Return to work completely relaxed.

·         Malshejghat

This gorgeous located 120 km from Mumbai might just be what you need to get away from the city and be one with nature. It is the perfect weekend getaway for a peaceful holiday and is not commercialized at all. A bird watcher’s paradise, indulge in activities like trekking, hiking, and boating and take away the memory of a lifetime.

·         Manori

Located just 50 kms from Mumbai, the pristine beach of Manori is every traveller’s solitude. A beach which is not crowded, it is the perfect place for fun activities, some heavy duty sports like basketball, cycling, trekking, swimming. And if you aren’t in the mood for some activity, just laze around the beauty and experience salvation under the sunset.

·         Bordi

This place is situated 140 km from Mumbai and the clean beachfront is enough for you to have an Out-of-Mumbai beach experience. The sea here is safe for swimming as the water level do not rise above waist for half a km. However, if you do plan to visit this place, homestay is your only option and they are just as fun.

·         Kolad

Are you an adventurous person? Then, this just might be the place for you. A perfect getaway for the adventurous souls, this place will have different activity for you each day, from kayaking to trekking on the Sahyadri Mountains.

Mumbai can really be tough on all its children. And a little time away from our home can rejuvenate us for an even greater stay in Mumbai. The city is meant to strengthen us and the places around is the escape when the city shows too much of its tough love.

So, get your bags packed already and find the adventurous soul in you or ignite the young spirit in these perfect getaways with your flatmate for the upcoming long weekends around Mumbai.

5 out-of-the-box activities to do this Christmas season

 

The holiday season is here and the antennae are already buzzing to get the best deals on activities to do this year end. Apart from the usual 31^st night party time, the next predictable activity that one ends up engaging in is shopping! Well, the demonetization has taken the sizzle out as spare cash goes missing! So, want to do something different this Christmas? Tired of the usual noise, traffic, queues and maddening crowds?

Here are five events that you can check out:

1.      Star Gazing and Camping at Dehne on 24th-25th Dec'16

This is your answer to an ideal quiet holiday celebration - being one with nature, enjoying the gentle velvety nocturnal breeze and perhaps catching a shooting star. Keep that ultimate wish ready in case you to do come across one.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1783922458538023/

2.      Nature Meets Ancient Culture on 17^th-18^th Dec’16

 

History buff anyone? Sanjay Gandhi National Park is proposing a unique camp where you can learn about the famous Kanheri Caves from the expert Dr. Suraj Pandit (Head of Departments of History and Ancient Culture at Sathye College, Mumbai). Dr. Suraj has studied these ancient caves extensively for more than a decade and his studies and explorations have earned him his PhD degree from Mumbai University. You’ll spend the night at the campsite and even learn about the stars.

https://www.facebook.com/events/226357197786060/

3.      AO Trekkers Lake Side Camping New Year Special – 31^st Dec-1^st Jan’17

Saltar Lake.. No, it is not in Leh! It is in your own backyard; in Aamby Valley, about 50kms from Lonavala. It is a lesser-known place and is best in winter months with the mist, mountains and mystery surrounding it. Not for the faint-hearted though.. It is also surrounded by a dense jungle. 

https://www.facebook.com/events/1591450337829491/

 4.      The Grub Fest, Mumbai – 23^rd-25^th Dec’16

For the foodies! Savour Christmas goodies and specialities at Kurla-Phoenix Market City. Taste the Christmas spirit and spread the Christmas cheer

https://www.facebook.com/events/270879323314636/

5.      The Christmas Special Camping at Mahableshwar- Panchgani: 23^rd-25^th Dec’16

Event Theme: “HUM-TUM” Guys V/S Gals - let’s see who is best?

Food not for you? Go camping in the queen of hill stations around Mumbai. The hills of Mahableshwar are known for its variety of flora and fauna and the weather is to die for! Err.. not literallyJ

Imagine a camping trip with such beautiful surrounding, delicious food and the opportunity to make new friends. Our Theme of camping will surely make this camping unforgettable.

https://www.facebook.com/events/436243573166133/

5 hilarious situations for migrants in Mumbai

5 hilarious situations that migrants coming to Bombay face while interacting with the locals:

So you are not a Bombayite huh? Worse, you are a Delhite! God be with you. Migrants coming into this city of dreams called Bombay come with stars in their eyes and grit in their determination to survive this mad lovable city.

1.     “Kidhar se aya?”

The question that scares you! As if that if you are not from Maharashtra then you are an alien. If your mannerisms and your accent is even the slightest bit out of sync with the locals, you become vulnerable to getting singled out. Start taking Bambaiya lessons from your local ‘taporis’.

2.      “Tu akela hai?”

The rental accommodation market is probably the only place where a handsome eligible bachelor is most unwanted. Girls are fortunately spared that situation. A single male spells trouble for the neighbourhood chhokris!

3.      “Chalta hai kya chikane?”

The most horrible "pick-up" line used by trans-genders to rake out some moolah from young ‘nice’ men who look like they have come from out of the city.. Have you experienced it yet! J

4.      “Bhaiya mat bolo!”

Girls beware of the word Bhaiya! It manages to raise the hackles of all the bhaisahabs. Any localite worth his salt will give it back to you, gently or harshly, if you call him bhaiya. So alternatively try dada, mama, kaka and what works best is Sir! Try it.

5.      “Shahrukh khan ka bangla dekha?”

Shahrukh Khan’s bungalow is a local picnic spot and people throng to click pics with the nameplate of his heavenly abode Mannat. And if you haven’t seen his bungalow within 6 months of your arriving here then it is sacrilegious! Try to make a conversation in the train and show that you are a Bollywood fan, this is what you’ll get asked for sure. 

Have you experienced this yet? What has been your funny experience. Readers please take it in the same vein as intended.. i.e. lightly. Post your comments and experiences below.