Gypsyfeet - Miles to go before I sleep

01/07/2019

06/09/2018

JORDAN on my mind! A few days in the country of my favourite royal couple, the King Abdullah and Queen Rania! Curious wandering in Petra - one of the wonders of the world, swimming in the Dead Sea, Wadi Rum... In the footsteps of the Lawrence of Arabia! Watch out, Amman, the gypsy bedouins are coming!

02/06/2018

02/06/2018

What a confluence..of cultures, mountains, food, oxygen, rivers, flowers and us, Gypsies! On 16th May, the 9 Gypsies landed in Lukla..the world’s most dangerous airport! And then the trek to the highest mountain in the world – Mt. Everest, started, right from the airport!

Nepal is beautiful and being home to the highest mountain ranges in the world, it is natural that we chose this trek over all else...what’s life without a little adventure! Over the next 8 days, we walked and walked, climbed, fell, suffered mountain sickness, experienced lack of basic oxygen, froze in dry cold(-6 C), slept in more layers than we have ever done (3 layers of clothes, sleeping bag, blanket and more!), rode a pony, flew in a chopper, drank more water than we have ever done, understood what it feels like to not have a shower in over 10 days, admired the Sherpa spirit, used every boulder as a bathroom in hiding(!), downed ourselves in honey ginger lemon tea(hardly!)....BUT WE ALL DID IT! Reaching Everest Base Camp (5364 Mtrs) on 23rd May was an accomplishment, a target, a dream and bucket a list tick for most of us. And then there were celebrations too...2 birthdays and every excuse to party (even at such high altitudes, we found a French bakery & hot chocolate!).

120 kms over rock and sand, rhododendrons for company and armed with competent guides and emergency procedures/equipment & the strongest of will in place, we knew we would succeed, even before we started on the trek.

Cheers to the Gypsies....the spirit lives on! Making new friends in the lap of the Himalayas over Sherpa Stew was the greatest adventure. Sagarmatha Zindabad!

19/11/2017

The Himalayas beckon again!

This time, the Gypsies are headed to the mightiest of them all! The Everest is calling! Home of the most famous of Nepal’s ethnic people, the Sherpas, and rich in magical vistas of the incredible Himalayan Mountains, Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek is one of the most popular trekking destinations in the world.

The ultimate dream for many trekkers is to hike this unbelievable trail. Everest Base camp trek offers unlimited photographic opportunities while walking through forests, small villages, and dry lands and experience the Sherpa hospitality. With incredible views of Khumbu Glacier, Mt.Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt Pumari and many other snow-covered mountain peaks...walking amidst Alpine scrubs, Junipers, and Rhododendron flowers...

This trek is surely a bucket list tick off! In the company of expert guides, helpful porters and many serious summiteers, the Gypsies will climb high. 15 days - 2nd fortnight of May 2018..

Who's coming? Inbox for details. Book soon.

P.S - Moderate fitness required..5 months to get into shape! There's still time and a fascinating goal to achieve. What better goal than the Everest herself!

12/11/2017

19/06/2017

The Gypsy in Thailand this time! In the jungles of Kaeng Krachan , Phetchaburi. Tropical forest, exotic birds, butterfly showers, local fruits and Pad Thai! Happy Gypsy. Swaadeeka!

27/11/2016

Let's go on a trip again! Tripping on life!

15/11/2016

Kuzuzangpola and Kardinchhey, Bhutan. Cheers to all 27 Gypsies who made merry in the beautiful Himalayan Kingdom, last week. From Dzongs to Rafting to Thunderbolts to Peach wine, we did it all. Trekking to Tiger's Nest, getting soaked in the Mo Chu river raft, the evening Music sessions, Riverside picnics, Ice tasting at Chele La, buying Fertility Phallus souvenirs and finally, the fantastic Food everyday...an unforgettable trip with unforgettable Gypsies.

03/09/2016

It’s been proved by science.

28/02/2016

Andaman and Nicobar islands are one of the last remaining virgin rain forest islands in the world. Situated in the Bay of Bengal, the archipelago of 572 odd islands is a fantasy world of tropical forests, undulating mountains, sparkling beaches and ancient tribes, luring tourists throughout the year. From the capital, Port Blair’s historic sites to scenic Wandoor beach, sunset trek to Chidiya Tapu light house and the Limestone caves of Baratang – Jarawa tribe habitat, the adventure never ends. And top it with a dash of Scuba/snorkelling and some BBQ dinners, life is just complete!

After many adventures in Nepal, Cambodia, Eastern Himalayas, the Nilgiris, Western Ghats and more, this time the Gypsies are off to Andamans starting 31 Mar to 04 April 2016. Mark your dates and join the Gypsies! The more, the merrier – so share the post and spread the word!

Need more details? Inbox please.

19/12/2015

Gypsy in the Himalayas! Long treks at 10k feet, heavenly lakes, mountain sunrises, ruined forts, lost temples, exotic birds, local home stays, Momos and the Himalayan hospitality! A great December trip. Starting from the lesser known villages of Latpanchar & Sillary Gaon in Darjeeling district to Mankhim & Aritaar in Sikkim, the Happy Gypsy braved the chill in reverence to the mighty Kanchenjunga and scaled the hills! Long live the Gypsy tribe!

26/11/2015

02/08/2015

So, the Gypsies descended on Siem Reap...Angkor beckoned, the Apsaras danced, Tuk Tuks scuttered, Pub street rocked, beer was cheaper than water and the Wats and Wat Nots reigned! From sunrises to sunsets, hill treks, night markets, riskshaw bars and Bailey's in a feeding bottle, this trip to the Khymer land was simply awesome. Thank you, Gypsies. Gosh, time to plan for the next excitement already..here we come!

08/06/2015

Planning a weekend Cambodia trip; leaving Chennai Friday, 26th Jun 2015 and returning on Tuesday, 30th Jun 2015. Exotic temples - Angkor Wat and more, local food tasting, beaches and more. History abounds. Any takers? Inbox please.

26/04/2015

Our thoughts and prayers for the people of Nepal. Beautiful City, Beautiful People. Brings back memories of Gypsyfeet trip to Nepal last year. Saddened by news of historic places destroyed. God bless the Kingdom and the Kumari Goddess.

14/11/2014

All for the love of travel.. Love of life.. Love of being alive! Next trip soon... Thinking sea, beaches, history... Chill! Any guesses?

01/10/2014

Adventure, Mist, Hills, Fun, Food, Birds, Waterfalls, Yoga, Treks, Campfires and more....this trip couldn't contain anything more...we did it all! Thanks for all the love and participation...starting with the train journey(ticket inspector chronicles!) to tent living to dancing in the rain, Gulab jamuns, daredevil activities, tea garden treks - we experienced life - and like our kids said "YOU CAN DO IT"!! ..we did it all.

25/07/2014