This is the last post of the year, that I have put together. Though we get very excited to plan that one long and one short holiday usually within our calendar year, the spontaneous weekend trips are also as much fun. Budgets are lesser, you need no leaves granted from the boss and yet you come back all rejuvenated with happy memories.
5 weekend getaways I loved going to, from Mumbai. (not in any order of preference).
The link to the stay option directs you to where I stayed and I truly liked all of the mentioned resorts/properties.
1.) Sula Vineyards
Nashik is a popular destination for wine connoisseurs and amateurs alike. It houses the famous Sula vineyards. The lush green vineyards, the guided tour and some relaxing time while sipping on wine and nibbling on some cheese makes it a worthwhile weekend.
How to get there: Nashik is 180 km from Mumbai, reachable by car, bus or train and 210 km from Pune, reachable by car or by bus.
Links: http://www.sulawines.com/
2) Lonavala/Khandala
A very convenient hilly weekend outing. Extremely green and surronded by enchancting valleys. It is just a 2/2.5 hour drive from Bombay and the most beautiful during monsoons. Lonavala is also famous for its chikki and delicious fudge!
How to get there: Very easily reachable by car or bus and several trains also connect Mumbai to Lonavala.
Stay: Check out this lovely property in Khandala - ideal for a staycation or a day trip. - http://www.dukesretreat.com/
3) Murud
This place should surely be on any itinerary of the Konkan Coast. The relaxed pace of life, fresh seafood, the majestic offshore Janjira fort and the blue and serene beach.
One can also take a boat ride till the fort before the sun sets.
How to get there: Hire a cab or rent a car to drive down to Murud, which takes about 4 hours. Travelling to Murud is little difficult for first time visitors but to start early in the morning is the best time to drive. One gets clear roads and can reach the destination faster.
4) Igatpuri
Nestled beautifully on the Western Ghats, Igatpuri is a popular spot for seeking tranquility and natural beauty. Again it is prettiest during the monsoons. Ideal for an overnight get away to inhale some fresh air before getting back to base.
How to get there: 120 kms from Mumbai, it is a 2 hour drive away. It is also well connected by buses to the city (Mumbai).
5) Lavasa
A winding drive past Lonavala leads you to Lavasa, a pretty and planned township, situated between the Western Ghats near Pune. Lavasa has a variety of restaurants that offer open air dining on a beautiful lakeside promenade. Boating, cycling and skating are some of the activities you can enjoy during your weekend stay.
How to get there: It takes a little more than three hours of driving, to reach Lavasa through the beautiful Pune-Mumbai express road. The distance between Lavasa and Mumbai is almost 195 km. Roads are very meandering and buses or cars is the best way to reach Lavasa
So I hope you will consider the above options while you plan your time out from the hustle -bustle of the city life. Good news is that, even 2016 has been kind to us with quite a few long weekends like its forerunner - 2015!
Happy New Year! Wishing everyone a healthy and happy 2016 from the bottom of my heart.
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Debarati
can't wait to cover all the places you've mentioned....thanks for this post!
ReplyDeleteYes Janey. Weekend getaways are awesome!
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