Sam

A sailor by profession, I found my ideal career as I always was a wanderer and a passionate traveller at heart. Love navigating around the world on LNG ships taking cargo across oceans. Meeting new people, learning new cultures, experiencing their customs or just trying out some new cuisines is what makes life worth living. When not sailing, and apart from spending quality time with family and friends either at home or travelling, I try to maintain my path towards financial freedom to enable accomplishment of my future plans, an important and large part of it being Travel! Mail me at manishsamtani@laidbacktraveller.com

Wildlife Jungle Safari at Kanha National Park

January 29, 2019 January 30, 2020Central, Family Travel Tips, India, Madhya Pradesh, Travel Ideas, Wildlife

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Apart from the Royal Bengal Tigers, Kanha National Park houses sloth bears, leopards, Indian wild dogs, Jackals, wild boars, bison (gaur), peacocks, spotted deers, blackbuck, sambhar, chital, barking deer and the rare hard-ground swamp deer the famous Barasingha which is found exclusively at the Kanha Tiger reserve. It’s therefore no wonder that this beautiful glorious jungle inspired Rudyard Kipling to create the world famous novel The Jungle book with our little ones favorite character Mowgli. Here’s all there to know about for a beautiful and fun-filled Family vacation at Kanha National Park.

Dhuandhar Falls – India’s Niagara Falls

January 22, 2019 May 11, 2019Central, Family Travel Tips, India, Madhya Pradesh, Travel Ideas

The small town of Bhedaghat near Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh) has a unique identity. Located on the banks of river Narmada its famous for its Dhuandhar Falls, India’s Niagara Falls.

Orchha – A Hidden Wonder

January 18, 2019 May 11, 2019Central, Heritage, India, Madhya Pradesh, Travel Ideas

Orchha (means Hidden), a small sleepy town in Madhya Pradesh unknown for many is actually, a hidden treasure. Nestled on the banks of river Betwa, this historical town was founded in the 16th century by Rudra Pratap, the Bundela Rajput Chief. What makes this town special are the fascinating temples and palaces that make this town seem frozen in time. Orchha was once the capital of the largest and most powerful kingdoms of Central India. The monuments here still retain the grandeur of its lost era. The Mughal inspired Rajput architecture resonates in the palaces and temples here.

Lucknow Food Trail

January 3, 2019 May 11, 2019Family Travel Tips, Food Reviews, India, Reviews, Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow the city of Nawab, Adab and Kabab. For a foodie like me, the best thing Lucknow has to offer is its food. Lucknow is known for its culinary delights. It’s rich Nawab heritage has given us Awadhi cuisine that our taste buds cannot thank us enough for. Variety of chaats, kababs, lassi, desserts the list is endless and also immensely appealing to the taste buds so make sure to visit Lucknow without a diet plan since you will be reaching gastronomical heaven here. If you are interested in a food trail, then Lucknow is the place for you.

Flight Review: KLM Royal Dutch Airlines New World Business Class 787-9 From New Delhi To Amsterdam

December 29, 2018 December 23, 2018Airline Reviews, Reviews

Laid Back Review: KLM Royal Dutch airline’s New world business class seats aboard the Boeing Dreamliner 787-9 provided a perfect Laid Back ride between New Delhi to Amsterdam. It ticks the right check boxes in privacy, comfort and service.

Bara Imambara – Lucknow’s famous Bhool Bhulaiya

December 23, 2018 May 11, 2019Central, Family Travel Tips, Heritage, India, Uttar Pradesh

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Bara Imambara or Asafi Imambara is a large tomb complex in Lucknow. Bara means big and Imambara is a sacred hall for conducting Muslim rituals especially for Shia Muslims around Muharram. It was built in 1784 by Asaf-ud-Daula, the then Nawab of Awadh. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Lucknow. What makes it special is that it is a labyrinth of a thousand connected passages.

Ooty – A Guide to the Queen of Hill-Stations

December 6, 2018 May 11, 2019Family Travel Tips, Guides, India, South, Tamil Nadu, Travel Ideas

This enchanting Hill-station, away from the hustle bustle of city life is a perfect destination to recharge your batteries. Ooty has many hidden gems and to help you explore all of them, here is the post on Ooty – A guide to the Queen of Hill-stations.

10 Things To Do In Dubai With Kids

September 15, 2018 May 11, 2019Family Travel Tips, Travel Ideas, UAE, World

Dubai is like a Pandora Box for kids. From beaches to deserts, from huge aquariums to legoland Dubai has it all. Read further to know about the 10 Things To Do In Dubai With Kids.

Jaisalmer The Golden City

August 25, 2018 May 11, 2019Family Travel Tips, India, Rajasthan, Travel Ideas, West

Jaisalmer, Rajasthan is a panoramic beauty. The Golden City is located at the heart of the Thar Desert. The huge ocean of yellow sand looks like the folds of a smooth silk cloth wrapped all around it. The architecture of the place is defined by the same golden sandstone.

Patriotic Places to Visit this Independence Day

August 10, 2018 May 11, 2019India, Travel Ideas

With Independence Day just around the corner, we all get overwhelmed with the stories of our Independence struggle. As we celebrate our 72nd year of freedom on 15 August 2018, we bring to you this list of some of the Patriotic Places to Visit this Independence Day.

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