Trying to spot a tiger at Bhadra

When you visit a Tiger Reserve, you either see a tiger or you do not. We were at the Bhadra Tiger Reserve and when you are at a place that…

Road tripping across Karnataka

We’re in ‘Discover-Karnataka* mode,’ We decide to step out of the all-too familiar Mysore-Bangalore region and head to western parts of Karnataka. The initial plan: to drive through a part…

Catching some light on Mamalahoa Highway

The road to Kona, HI (from Punaluu Black Sand Beach). This week for ‘Catching the Light,’ I’ve pulled an all-time favourite from the travel album. This one is from my…

One Mighty River Gorge, Two Scenic Routes and Umpteen Vistas

The Columbia River Gorge lies between the States of Washington and Oregon; a result of erosion and volcanic and glacial activity. Scenic

Our World: Altamont Pass and its windmills

We were driving from San Jose to Mountain House, CA and we had just passed Livermore when windmills took over the scene in an otherwise dry landscape. The area —…

The Lone Cypress

Called the Lone Cypress, this tree is believed to have survived in its rocky environs for over 250 years. This tree can be seen when you go on the 17…

Fall-ing in love with the Pacific Northwest

Fall is in full swing. And the Pacific Northwest is all decked up in the season’s colours. Here’s sharing some pictures (from a point-and-shoot) taken while driving around the northern…

A redwood route for a hike with a tyke

When you’re a parent, especially of children five and under, hiking is an activity you push aside thinking of the  hassles and the dangers that may come your way. Add…

The heavenly ‘Heavenly Gondola’ Ride

What’s the Heavenly Gondola ride in Tahoe really like? Come read about that and why you must do it while you are in California.

America — Through California Zephyr’s Picture Window

Is a trip on ‘California Zephyr’ really a journey thro’ one of the most scenic train routes in North America? Here’s the truth>>