Now that the New Year has finally kicked in, it’s time to make those trips you’ve been planning with your girlfriends, happen! Goa might have always been your dream destination but we’ve got 10 destinations for your all girls trip that will beat Goa, hands down!
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1. Heaven at Havelock Islands
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Havelock is the perfect holiday destination you and your girlfriends have been dreaming of! It’s a mere four-hour ferry ride away from Port Blair. It’s the perfect destination to take away all the stress from your life and leave you fresh and ready to take on the world! Go to Neil’s Cove, Kalapathar Beach and definitely visit the Full Moon Cafe.
Where to stay: Dolphin Resort, Barefoot
2. Being royal in Jaipur
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If all you chicas need is a little pampering, then hurry over to Jaipur. Explore the gorgeous forts and palaces the city has to offer – Nahargarh Fort, City Palace, Amber Palace, Jaigarh Fort among others – and immerse yourself in the history that still stands! The city has some really beautiful cafes to eat your hearts out as well.
Where to stay: Nahargarh Haveli
3. Chilling in Triund
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Need to feel a little chill? Head to Triund from Mcleodganj. It’s a great route for trekking and the memories you make will stay with you till the end of time.
Where to stay: Pink House Hotel and Spa
4. Camping at Dhom Dam
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The perfect little getaway to relax and unwind, Dhom Dam is made for short camping trips. Just about 5-6 hours away from Mumbai, ahead of village Wai, lies the artificial Dhom lake. You can camp, hitch a boat ride, kayak and if you’re lucky enough, have a nice starlit evening of acoustic music.
Where to stay: Sahyadri Boat Club
5. Going back in time in Puducherry
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Do it like the French do in Pondi! From absolutely gorgeous beaches and French architecture to even better food, you’ll find it all! Enjoy the quaint little cafes, go enjoy the peace of Auroville and the buzz of the flea markets!
Where to stay: Le Pondy, Sunway Manor
6. Take a cruise in Alleppey
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Alleppey or the Kerala backwaters is the scenic location you need to kickstart the year with your girls. The quiet, calm and charming cruises on the Kerala backwaters will leave you wide-eyed but will soothe your heart.
Where to stay: Cosy Houseboat, Angel Queen Houseboat
7. Be adventurous in Shivpuri
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Shivpuri in Rishikesh is the perfect spot for you to spend a weekend or more! Go there for rafting, and camping on the riverside. We’re not the only ones recommending it, remember the song ‘Shaam’ from Aisha? Yup, that was Shivpuri!
Where to stay: Bull’s Retreat, Camp Panther
8. The breathtaking Tawang!
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Doesn’t Tawang look like a dream come true? Situated in Northwestern Arunachal Pradesh, you have to visit Tawang if you’re travelling to the North-East of India. When in Tawang, no matter where you turn, it’s pure perfection you’ll see!
Where to stay: Hotel Taktsang
9. Run away to Rann of Kutch
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This seasonal salt marsh in the Kutch district of Gujarat is where you want to go for peace and tranquillity. It is not until you see the desert all around you that you realise where you stand and why. If you’re lucky, you might just witness the Chir Batti (Ghost lights) which is an unexplained light that comes out in the dark night skies and changes colour from blue, red and yellow!
Where to stay: Regenta Resort
10. A road trip to Leh
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You wouldn’t have lived enough until you’ve taken the much talked about, much sought after road trip to Leh-Ladakh. It’s tough but it will truly teach you the joys of travelling. Visit the Pangong Tso Lake, Nubra valley, and the Leh Palace… But just look at the amazing starlit sky and mountains to try to mentally capture the moment forever.
Where to stay: Ratna Hotel, Hotel Caravan Centre
So, girls, pack your bags and get ready to travel with your gang!
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