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  Day 2 in Manali: Rain, Momos, Tibetan Butter Tea & Cozy Mountain Weather So my day literally started with momos . 😂 And thank god these were actually good because yesterday's momos were so disappointing! After a good start to the day, we headed to Hidimba Temple , one of the most famous places to visit in Manali. The temple is surrounded by tall cedar trees, which make the whole place feel peaceful and almost magical. Built in 1553, it is dedicated to Hidimba Devi, the wife of Bhima from the Mahabharata. The wooden architecture, quiet forest surroundings and cool mountain air made it feel completely different from the busy streets of Manali. We spent some time exploring the temple and the nearby area, taking in the beautiful views and peaceful atmosphere. Unfortunately, my camera battery died at the worst possible time, so I couldn't capture any of it. You'll just have to believe me when I say it was beautiful. 🎥 Want to see how Day 2 actually looked? You can watch ...

  Day 1 in Manali: Rain, Cold & Another Hotel Disaster! Finally… Day 1 in Manali! Yeeeppie! 🥳🏔️ After such a long journey, I was finally here—the mountains I'd been waiting for. Honestly, just reaching Manali felt so good. We had travelled so much to get here, and now I could finally see the mountains with my own eyes. 🎥 Want to see how this day actually looked? You can watch my Day 1 in Manali vlog here: 👉 Watch the vlog on YouTube But of course, my trip couldn't begin that easily. 😂 Yes, I had booked a hotel. And yes… that turned out to be another bad decision. The hotel looked perfectly fine online, but in reality, it was a completely different story. So we had to make another last-minute hotel change. And this time, it wasn't exactly pleasant. It was around -2°C, it was raining, and I was already completely exhausted from the journey. We were standing there in the cold with our luggage, trying to figure out where we were going to stay. I was literally freezin...

  Delhi at 4 AM to Finally Chasing the Mountains Finally, after spending almost the entire day on the train, we reached Delhi. Thankfully, the journey was smooth and safe. After being on the train for so many hours, though, all I wanted was a bed and some proper sleep. But there was one small problem. We reached Delhi at around 4 a.m. , and we didn't have a hotel booked. Yes, I know. Very smart planning. Thank you. 😂 Since I hadn't pre-booked a hotel, we now had to find one in the middle of the night. So there we were, tired after a full day of travelling, carrying our luggage around and searching for somewhere to stay. Looking back, I have no idea why I thought booking a hotel after reaching Delhi at 4 in the morning was a good idea. But somehow, after searching for a while, we finally found a decent-looking hotel and decided to just rest. I eventually woke up around 11 a.m., feeling much more refreshed. And obviously, the first thing on our minds was food. We went to Sita Ra...

Every Mountain Trip Begins With Excitement I've always been excited about visiting the mountains. There's something about them that holds a special place in my heart. Even though I haven't traveled to many places yet, every mountain trip feels magical to me. This time was even more special because I was finally going to one of my favorite destinations—Manali. The moment the trip was planned, I couldn't stop thinking about it. Every day, I found myself counting down, waiting for the day to arrive. I was so excited that I could hardly wait. Finally, the day was here! There was just one small twist—my train wasn't from my hometown, Pune. It was from Mumbai, so the journey actually started before the real trip even began. Taking a bus from Pune to Mumbai was the best option since it was both convenient and budget-friendly. As expected, I packed my bags at the very last minute. No matter how much I promise myself I'll pack early, it somehow never happens! Once everyt...

  Three Days of Simple Living | Food, Family & Finding Balance The past three days have been a mix of routines, good food, work, and little reminders that life doesn't always have to be exciting to be meaningful. My mornings have been fairly consistent lately. Early wake-ups, walks, workouts, reading, and trying to stay away from my phone for the first few hours of the day. I've noticed that when I start my mornings slowly, the rest of the day feels less chaotic. One thing I'm trying to work on is my diet. For breakfast one day, I had a two-egg omelette with sugar-free black tea. I'm slowly trying to reduce sugar from my daily routine. Not because I don't love sweets—I absolutely do—but because I know my body will thank me later. I'm not planning to give up sweetness completely though. Life without sweets sounds a little too sad, so I'm looking for healthier alternatives like dates. Food has definitely been one of the highlights of these past few days. T...

  June 16, 2026 | Trying to Be Healthy While Being a Foodie The morning started exactly the way I like it. An early wake-up, my usual routine, some quiet time for myself, and a peaceful start to the day. Lately, I've realized that having a routine makes a huge difference. The day just feels more organized when the morning starts well. For breakfast, I had a two-egg omelette with black tea. No sugar. Yes, I'm actually trying to reduce my sugar intake these days. Not because I suddenly became a health expert, but because I know too much sugar isn't doing me any favors. The problem is that I genuinely love sweet things. I don't think I could ever completely remove sweetness from my life. So instead of trying to quit everything at once, I'm looking for healthier alternatives like dates and making small changes wherever I can. After breakfast, I read the newspaper and got straight to work. And honestly, the rest of the day was mostly about one thing: Work. Work. And more...