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Top 5 Offbeat Diwali Destinations in India

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Diwali, the festival of lights, is also the beginning of the New Year in many parts of India. The 5-day festivities mark an auspicious beginning, with much joy, shopping and celebrations. So if you plan to travel during this time, we’ve got the best offbeat destinations for you, right here! Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh The misty mountains, the pine trees, the cool breeze with a fresh fragrance, if all these are calling out to you, then the place for you to be in is Dharamsala. In Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, the picturesque town is also the Secretariat of the Tibetan spiritual leader, The Dalai Lama. The hilly area offers a unique peek into rural Indian culture as well glimpses of the Tibetan way of life. Diwali, of course, is celebrated with great gusto here. With the fireworks reaching a crescendo on Diwali, you can also enjoy a view of the entire hill-side lit up, from a vantage point. Don’t miss the local puja, replete with traditional customs and cuisine. ...

5 Diwali Vacation Trips for 2019 Diwali

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Diwali Vacations are just a month away and a holiday away from the city sounds fantastic, isn't it? Trips Wheel Pvt Ltd found some interesting facts. Take a look at where Indians are headed for a Diwali break in 2019 1. Bangkok Use your mid-week break to explore this action-packed city. A short 4-hour flight away, this shopping haven makes for a great Diwali break, given that there is a sizeable Hindu and Indian population here. There are lots of Hindu temples in Bangkok, adding to the visual delight of the festival of lights. You can also combine your Bangkok trip with a short beach break close by. Top things to do in Bangkok Shop at MBK Mall Visit the Temple of the Reclining Buddha Brush up your Thai cooking skills by joining a class 2. Dubai Just a short flight away, the shiny city of Dubai has emerged as the top choice to spend the Diwali break. Additionally, a mid-week chunk of the population in Dubai is Indian, which makes it a great place for a...