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Sri Lanka
India Travel
Visa Guides
Flight Tips
Travel Insurance
Hill Stations
Water Sports
Forts & Palaces
Tamil Nadu
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What kind of traveller
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India
India Travel
Forts, palaces, hill stations, temples, and coastal escapes across the subcontinent — for Indian travellers exploring home.
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Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Travel
Water sports, whale watching, hill stations, trekking trails, and visa guides for the Pearl of the Indian Ocean.
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Pre-Travel
Visas & Flights
Step-by-step visa guides and flight booking strategies specifically written for Indian passport holders in 2026.
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Insurance
Travel Insurance
IRDAI-verified plan comparisons and plain-language guides to understanding what your policy actually covers.
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Hill Stations
Hill Stations
Ooty, Kodaikanal, Nuwara Eliya, and the Knuckles Range — complete itineraries and budget guides for mountain escapes.
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Adventure
Water Sports & Adventure
Jet skiing in Bentota, whale watching in Mirissa, and rafting in Kitulgala — operator reviews with real pricing.
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Practical essentials
Before you book your
Before you book your
next flight
The unglamorous stuff that makes or breaks a trip — covered in full, for Indian travellers.
Flight Booking Tips 2026
10 strategies to cut airfare by 20–30% — including mid-week booking windows and the “continental hop” trick.
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Visa Process for Indians
Step-by-step walkthrough of the visa application process — what to prepare, common mistakes, and how to avoid delays.
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Sri Lanka ETA Visa Costs
Exact fees in USD and INR, the official ETA portal link, and how to avoid paying twice to scam sites.
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Best Forex Cards 2026
Which forex card saves the most on currency conversion fees when travelling from India — compared with real numbers.
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When to go
Best destinations
Best destinations
by season
Planning a trip from India? Here’s where to go depending on when you can travel.
Winter
Oct – Feb
Rajasthan forts & palaces
Kanyakumari coastline
Sri Lanka west coast
Mirissa whale watching
Spring
Mar – Apr
Tamil Nadu hill stations
Ooty & Kodaikanal
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
Peradeniya gardens
Summer
May – Jun
Sri Lanka east coast
Arugam Bay surfing
Knuckles trekking
Hurulu Eco Park safari
Monsoon
Jul – Sep
Bentota water sports
Pekoe Trail hiking
Kerala & Goa (late)
Doha & Gulf travel
Pre-trip essentials
Six things to sort
Six things to sort
before you fly
Every guide you need for a stress-free departure — click through to the full article.
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Apply for your visa early
Most embassies need 15–30 days. Our step-by-step guide walks you through the entire process.
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Buy travel insurance
From ₹14/day. Required for Schengen. Essential everywhere. Don’t skip it.
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Book flights strategically
Book domestic 4–8 weeks out. International: 3–5 months. Mid-week = cheaper.
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Get a forex card
Avoid airport exchange counters. A good forex card saves thousands on currency conversion.
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Check destination entry requirements
Sri Lanka ETA is USD 20. Always use the official government portal — not third-party agents.
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Compare insurance plans
Bajaj Allianz vs HDFC ERGO — side by side so you pick the right cover for your trip type.
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