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Vashi2Panvel.Com: Navi Mumbai: September 15: “A tale of endless wars, a mystery that remains unsolved, an epic to remember, startling scenic beauty and much more is to explore at…Murud Janjira. It is a fort in the sea 2 kms inside of Murud village, which is just a 4 hours drive from Panvel. This is “the place” to visit now as after the monsoons the blanket of greenery has covered the entire place. The sight of sunset refreshes one to the core with the placid atmosphere that it brings along. Hereby, Vashi2Panvel.com tries to bring nature closer to you by revealing some uncharted details about this lovely place. [more...]

Vashi2Panvel.Com: Navi Mumbai: August 7: The thirty minutes smooth ride from Pune City to Theur gaon relives the memories of green pastures, farm houses, meadows, small hutments…I remember going to a village in my adolescence. That was the first time I had been to any village and the serenity, the quiet chirpings of li’l birds and the shabbily clad farmers attracted me. So, when I was given the proposal to visit this village, I couldn’t say no, though I had been advised a bed rest by my doctor. The small journey had to be covered in a car and the ride isn’t bumpy either, they promised! “But is it a tourist place? What is so special about Theur?” I queried. My aunt with whom I resided in Pune quickly replied, “We are going to God’s place. Theur is known for ‘Shri Chintamani Ganpati’, one amongst the Ashtavinayak.” This put me off… [more...]

Vashi2Panvel.Com: Navi Mumbai: July 21: Holidaying is the best alternative for most to spend quality time with friends and family. Although travelling is fun it can also turn out to be a headache for many because of various packing and travelling blues. To overcome these blues one has to keep in mind certain basic necessities, which can help to make your trip comfortable and enjoyable. There are a certain preset requirements, which have to be considered while packing your baggage to your dream destination. [more...]

Vashi2Panvel.Com: Navi Mumbai: June 20: Every weekend we wish to spend some quality time at a quiet and remote place away from the hustle and bustle of a city. But it is not possible to pack up and go for a holiday every weekend. What many people are not aware of is the fact that we need not travel too far for a weekend getaway. There are beautiful getaways in the outskirts of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai. Discover these pleasant locations which are just a drive away and fall in love with nature... [more...]

Vashi2Panvel.Com: Navi Mumbai: June 16: Most of them derive their names from the gods and goddesses or a mythological character. They’ve an air of colonial era around them-the buildings, the structures and the ambience. They were discovered by either a lord or a viceroy for a pleasant respite from the burning Indian heat. The Indian hill stations are not only the right place to escape the summers but also narrate the stories of the past, the survival and the myths… [more...]

Vashi2Panvel.Com: Navi Mumbai: June 8: The portly District Collector (a Ram Gopal Varma clone) rolls up his pants and points to a Harry Potter scar just below his knee, “That happened last week, and this too [a purplish-blue welt that promised to get more colourful], but it isn’t really painful,” he says with a touch of testosterone. “You should’ve seen the gash I got on my first try at paragliding.” The index finger of his right hand moves alarmingly away from his thumb and settles for a two-inch space, “that wide!” [more...]

Vashi2Panvel.Com: Navi Mumbai: May 27: Adventure is all about thrill and the thrill one experiences on an adventure is something that cannot be described in words. Those guided by this thrill are always on the look out for more and more travel destinations that satisfy this passion for fearless adventure. Whether it is a safari in a nature reserve, a camel ride through the desert or a trek through the mountains, India has a number of exciting and sensational places to offer in its network of adventure destinations. The islands of Andaman and Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep in the Arabian Sea are virtually un-spoilt and are some of the best spots for scuba diving and snorkeling. The exceptional topography of Indian subcontinent makes it a much sought after destination in the world. I believe India is better placed than any other country in the world to host adventure activities ranging camel safaris to skiing and hard-core mountaineering to water sport activities. [more...]

Vashi2Panvel.Com: Navi Mumbai: May 19: India, the land of Kamasutra, has more romantic destinations than any country in the world. Right from Shimla in the north to Kerala backwaters in the south, from Gujarat and Rajasthan in the west to Assam in the east, love is in the air! So, grab an opportunity and get going with your partner to relish the quiet moments…just the two of you and the serenity abound… We give you the ten best romantic getaways in the country…So, leave now…spoil yourself! [more...]

Vashi2Panvel.Com: Navi Mumbai: May 8: Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) has announced to give passes to the commuters for four days as against the earlier rule of 10 days. This rule introduced by MSRTC on April 23 will be strictly followed from May 1. [more...]

Vashi2Panvel.Com: Navi Mumbai: May 6: An elusive and ethereal place of high mountains, forts, stolen culture and tradition... Forts bring to mind faraway lands of mystery and romance, set upon high mountain peaks and solitaire backdrop… Trekking is a hobby for many and when it comes to Navi Mumbai there are several patrons. Many are members of trekking organizations like Youth Hostel Association of India (YHAI), a non-profit non-government organization and Young United Group of Adventures (YUGA) while a few prefer going for trekking with friends than partying on a Saturday night. [more...]

Vashi2Panvel.com: Navi Mumbai: April 13: Tired of going to the same places every year? The hill stations, the beaches and the mountains seem passé? Worry not! There are a plethora of getaways in India where you can take your family and friends or probably go alone. But these are not the conventional holiday destinations. These are something more unique, vivacious and livelier. Everything here seems to be telling a story. Listen to the call… [more...]

Vashi2Panvel.Com: Navi Mumbai: February 22: When we first decided to take a holiday, our first in the last five years, the list of ‘places to see’ was enormous. I wouldn’t have minded the good old Mahabaleshwar but husband was planning ‘a real holiday’. He suggested Kabini (Nagarhole National Park or Rajiv Gandhi National Park) and I looked at him and kept on looking at him. Okay I guess, I had already stated I wouldn’t mind anything. So it was Kabini. [more...]

Vashi2Panvel.com: Navi Mumbai: February 7: Ever changed your plans of an impending train journey and opted for road travel instead? Almost immediately the journey takes on a new meaning. The pace becomes slow and the opportunity is created to savour the little moments which otherwise pass in a jiffy. Such is the feeling when you visit the land of temples--call it Kashi, Benares or Varanasi. Life suddenly starts moving in slow motion... [more...]

Vashi2Panvel.com: Navi Mumbai: January 12: "No words can describe the freshness of the air…the sparkling of water under the rays of the sun, which shines in the blue sky."
- Henry James on Venice. Welcome to Italy's best-loved city. Venice, the land of buildings that seem to float on water. Once you get out of Santa Lucia train station, you will see the rand Canal - the main street of Venice. Hop on to a gondola and set adrift for the smoothest ride of your life. [more...]

Vashi2Panvel.com: Navi Mumbai: November 11: The sweltering heat of the Tamilnadu sun, blinding flashes of light reflecting from metal boards and hot gusts of wind give way to irritation and restlessness amongst people trying to stay in as much shade as possible. That’s the miserable summer for you in the south. Instead of licking an ice cream or getting your air conditioner repaired, to overcome the summer blues, escape to a fantasyland on the Blue Mountains and enjoy the sheer magic of summer. While the cities below sear in the summers, a beautiful and much cooler paradox exists in Ooty. A perfect place for a honeymoon. [more...]