Journal

Notes from the road

Advice, opinions and news from our team in New Delhi, written from the routes we travel.

Ladakh in summer: what to know before you go

Ladakh is one of the most beautiful places in India, and one of the easiest to get wrong. Most of what matters comes down to altitude and timing.

Why we suggest fewer places

The first itinerary most people send us has too many stops. Here is why we usually suggest taking some out.

What is new for the 2026–27 season

Every season brings new flights, roads and rules. These are the changes that matter for journeys this winter, checked in October 2026.

Planning a celebration trip in Rajasthan

Our Rajasthan by its back roads journey began as a trip one of our guests chose for her 40th birthday. This is how we plan a journey around a special day.

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