Puri: The sacred beach

No Bengali is a true Bengali unless he has been to this sacred beach city–on the shores of the Bay of Bengal–in Odisha

Mauritius: A cultural melting pot

The charm of the tiny island nation of Mauritius for the casual South Asian visitor is that there is plenty of that which is familiar, and plenty that is worlds removed from home

Quick Guide: Bordi, Maharashtra

Located less than 200 km away from Mumbai, Bordi beach is the perfect weekend escape for Mumbaikars who are looking for a quiet weekend break with nothing to do except soak up the sun

Quick Guide: Vengurla, Maharashtra

For a beach buff looking for a peaceful getaway, Vengurla with its virgin beaches, ancient temples, historical forts and charming villages, is the perfect weekend destination

Quick Guide: Kashid, Maharashtra

Located just 139 km away from Mumbai, Kashid, with its beautiful beach and low population is perfect for a day trip with the family on a weekend

Quick Guide: Ratnagiri, Maharashtra

Known for its famous mangoes and its Burmese connection, thanks to Amitav Ghosh–s book ‘The Glass Palace’, Ratnagiri, with its glorious coastline bordered by bright green hills is an ideal weekend destination from Mumbai

Quick Guide: Harnai-Murud, Maharashtra

Get the best of both worlds at the twin beaches of Harnai and Murud, while Harnai is a thronging fishing village, Murud on the other hand is perfect for a quiet weekend getaway