Hello all!! It's May and the sun is shining bright all right!! The best part about May are the sun and summer holidays. We like to travel during this holiday season and hills make for the obvious choice when the sun god is happy focusing on the plains. So we have for you the best summer hill getaways in this May edition. You can choose your favorite from North, South, East or West India!!

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Editor’s Note:
Hello all!! It's May and the sun is shining bright all right!! The best part about May are the
sun and summer holidays. We like to travel during this holiday season and hills make for
the obvious choice when the sun god is happy focusing on the plains. So we have for you
the best summer hill getaways in this May edition.
You can choose your favorite from North, South, East or West India!!
Destination of the month – Chail, Himachal Pradesh
If you are looking to head to the hills and lose the hordes of touristy
crowds that rush up every summer, then Chail is the perfect destination
for you!!
This tiny hill town, located at an altitude above Shimla, was born out of
arrogance of an Indian Maharaja. This beautiful hill town was built by
Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of the princely state of Patiala, who when
banned by the British from Shimla , thought of getting the upper hand
by having his own hill station built at a higher altitude than Shimla.
Tiny Chail doesn’t have a mall, church or a town hall, instead it offers leisurely walks, lovely views of pine forests
and the Maharaja’s Palace. Spread over three hills – Pandhawa, Rajgarh and Sidh Ti ba, Chail is great for picnics
and losing yourself to nature!!
For details, you can contact The Other Home.
Property of the Month - Windsongs, Kalimpong, West Bengal
Windsongs is a luxury retreat located in Kalimpong, a picturesque town
in the sub - Himalayan region of Darjeeling. Kalimpong is one of the most
amazingly beautiful places to visit for folks interested in floriculture, in
watching birds and butterflies, rafting, trekking or just plain lazing
around. Located at 1200 meter elevation ensures a pleasant climate
round the year so it isn’t a problem even if you come to the charming
little town in the middle of winter. The property has one exclusive
cottage and a separate building, which houses the reception and dining
room with two large deluxe double rooms on the first floor.
The food here is home cooked and the choices are varied from Indian, Continental, Chinese and local Nepalese-
Tibetan cuisine. For details, contact The Other Home.
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2. MAY
Traveler of the month – Dr. Arvind Gautham
Although I have traveled far Memorable Destination/Journey
and wide across the globe, I Dalotu, an amazing tiny flat ground on top of a
am an India fan and more of mountain (11000 ft) and only big enough for few
adventure, less crowded, less tents, deep inside Bhudhal valley in Bharmour region
explored places that are way of Himachal Pradesh, India. Dalotu is surrounded by
different than the insane snow clad mountain peaks 360 degrees around and
destinations. The Other Home reachable only May-October after two days of
got her to talk about travel: trekking. Rest of the months it is snow bound.
Why do you Travel? Words of (Travel) Advice!
For me travel has been an all-consuming passion. My Keep Exploring! - the place from where most people
whole life’s been geared towards it. I travel to turn back is actually the place where true journey
challenge myself, to enjoy new experiences and to into nature's unexplored terrains begins.
find myself.
Other Interest(s)
Dream/Must Travel Destination(s)
Photography, Reading, Music and Poetry besides
Our heaven on earth, Sikkim a perfect antidote to a
exploring different places.
stressful city-life.
Article of the Month: Matheran – Revisit your Malgudi Days by Rajeshwari K
Matheran is among those few places that have continuously
been working alongside nature and trying its best not to harm it.
Located about 90 kilometers from Mumbai and 120 kilometers
from Pune, the town of Matheran is situated on top of the
Western Ghats, 2625 feet above sea level. Although a popular
weekend getaway for residents of Pune and Mumbai, not
everybody who visits Matheran delves into its rich past. But
everyone who visits Matheran cannot ignore the fact that it is an
eco-sensitive zone. The key factor for the guarantee of one
noticing it is the fact that Matheran does not allow any vehicles
within its town limits! Now, doesn’t that bring back memories of
Malgudi Days!!
Read our full article here - http://blog.theotherhome.com/matheran-western-ghats/
Photo of the Month: Ootacamund (Ooty), Tamil Nadu
Ootacamund is a town in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is also
known as Udhagamandalam is the "Queen of hill stations" and the
capital of Nilgiris district. It is one of the most popular tourist resorts in
India.
Nilgiris means "Blue Mountains". It is a land of picturesque picnic
spots. Used to be popular summer and weekend getaway for the
Britishers during the colonial days. (Kislaya Dube)
May 2012
• HOMESTAY • VACATION RENTAL • OUTDOOR ADVENTURE • HERITAGE • ECO RESORTS