How do you create journeys that guests don’t just remember - but feel changed by? At Travel Scope, our approach begins with listening - to longings, to hesitations, to unspoken dreams. In this piece, I share how empathy, intent, and quiet design choices come together to craft deeply personal experiences that resonate long after the journey ends.
Most travellers time their journey to India in October or November. The skies are clear, the festivals in India are in full swing, and every photograph looks like it’s been lit by the gods themselves. Brochures talk about Diwali in Varanasi, palaces glowing under autumn light, Diwali diyas lining ancient ghats, and rituals that dazzle as much as they mystify.…
Day 1: Mountains Ahead, Purpose Within Our journey began early on a warm May morning as two vans pulled out of Delhi and Gurgaon, slowly trading the city’s chaos for the serenity of winding roads and greener views. A mid-route chai stop helped shake off the sleep, but the real heartwarming moment awaited us in the outskirts of Dehradun. We…
The Golden Triangle—Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur—is one of India’s most traversed routes, drawing visitors from around the world eager to experience its historical significance and cultural diversity. While these cities are renowned for their architecture and history, they also hold countless stories and enduring traditions that add depth to their character. Beyond the celebrated landmarks, there are unique insights and…
Eastern India is a region where time seems to move at its own pace, and every street corner has a story to tell. Here, history and heritage gracefully waltz with the dynamic modern present. My journey to the region, this time, was more than just a geographical exploration; it was a pleasant stroll through the chapters that have shaped the…
Bhutan is a kingdom rich in culture and tradition, that has a unique approach to governance and development, prioritizing Gross National Happiness over mere economic growth. This philosophy permeates every aspect of life, fostering a sense of community, well-being, and environmental stewardship that is truly unparalleled. It is only when you visit Bhutan that you realize how committed they are…
Leh was the capital of Ladakh back in the day when the Himalayan kingdom was a crucial stopover for traders traveling between India, Tibet, and China. While Leh, the town itself has several fascinating experiences to offer, when you move slightly away from the main town to what you’d, in city dwellers’, terms call the outskirts or downtown, you are…
Accommodation has always been an integral part of travel. When chosen right, the places you stay in can offer more than just providing a safe space to retire after a day full of exploring a destination. These experiential properties nurture your need for slow travel, engage you with their sustainable hospitality offerings, and give you a glimpse of the socio-cultural…
Kashmir, in the northernmost part of India, is an ideal destination for travel during the summer months. As the snow melts in the lower regions, the distant mountain peaks continue to wear their snow-capped coats. On the one hand, you have a lush green landscape, blooming flowers, and gushing streams of Srinagar to mesmerize you; on the other is a…
It has been a while since I returned from my second Kaafila experience. Both my trips were planned around the Kalinjar Fort. Now, you must be wondering where is Kalinjar and what is Kaafila?? Kalinjar Fort sits on the border between Uttar Pradesh (Northern India) and Madhya Pradesh (Central India) of present-day India. You may not have heard about it!…