The Great Indian Romantic Getaway

Romantic getaway

Now that you have walked down the aisle hand in hand, you want to plan the perfect honeymoon to keep walking hand in hand forever, to traverse a journey, which will be remembered for a lifetime and beyond. Here are 10 destinations, which will guide you, ‘To the stuff dreams are made of’.

1) Kashmirkashmir snow

No winter destination can be complete without a mention of India’s very own Switzerland, the immaculate Kashmir. Snow capped mountains, log cabins, hot meals and beverages and the two of you by a roaring fire. What more can I say…

2) Goagoa beach getaway

Mmmmm, miles and miles of endless sun drenched beaches, absolutely friendly locals and a fantastic nightlife, what better can a young couple ask for? If you two are looking for fun and revelry to begin your lives together, there is no better place than Goa.

3) Dharamsaladharamasala

Head to the hill station called Mcleodganj and trek along the quiet nature trails, shop for trinkets and baubles along its narrow bazaars in the land of spirituality and peace. For the romantics with a penchant for raw nature, this is the place to be.

4) Andamanandaman scuba diving

Crystal clear, deep blue waters, and a tropical climate. These islands of Andaman are a must visit in the winter. It’s a veritable haven as you Scuba dive or snorkel hand in hand.

5) Jim Corbettjim corbett park

Fancy a wild ride in the winter or want to lose yourself in the wilderness of the jungle safari. Spot varied flora and fauna along with equally diverse wildlife like bears, deer, elephants and the occasional tiger while clinging on to each other.

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6) Keralakerela couples

The tag line “Gods own country” says it all. House boats, back waters, beaches lined with coconut trees, tea plantations, hill stations, Kerala has it all. Take a togetherness trip to the nearest Ayurveda spa and you will be completely rejuvenated.

7) Shimlashimla couple

Watch the endless snowflakes vanish into nothingness, as time comes to a stand still in this heritage hill station. A blanket of white envelops Shimla during the winters, making it a picture perfect destination.

8) Gangtokgangtok couples

An offbeat winter destination, it is absolutely mystical and mesmerizing and the view of the Himalayas will take your breath away. Go cycling together, or trek in the snow at a glacial pace, that is what you came here for in the first place.

9) Udaipur (Rajasthan)udaipur

Bestowed with the unique sobriquet as the Most Romantic destination in India and the Taj Lake Palace as the most Romantic hotel in the world, this is as authentic as it gets. The land of Royalty. A candle lit dinner under a canopy of stars, is sure to set the temperature soaring even in the winter.

10) Ootyooty couple

Bring out the child in you; take a ride on the toy train or a boat ride on the idyllic waters of the lake. This hill station, boasts of a pleasant climate. Steal a hug or two, or just cuddle up with each other while staring at the vast expanse into the never-ending beauty of Ooty.

They say you don’t need a reason to love, but when it comes to the season for love – winter it is …

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Arjan Kripal
Arjan comes from a family of professional cricketers. His grandfather, father and uncle have all represented India. Arjan himself captained the Indian Under 19 Team, and has played first class cricket for Tamil Nadu. He is a qualified coach, a BCCI match referee and even holds a world record in cricket! Arjan’s cricket career saw him travel extensively across the world. He has since discovered that he has an insatiable wander lust and a flair for planning itineraries for family and friends – a love and skill that has naturally progressed into setting up Get Up and Go. Arjan is a certified scuba diver and has bungee jumped, sky dived and paraglided several times. He has been to every continent and corner of the world, reveling in exotic foods and myriad photo ops; from walking the Inca Trail in Peru, to swimming with Whale sharks in Mexico… Arjan has even come face to face with a Great White Shark in South Africa! “I want to share all my varied journeys with fellow travellers so they can experience, first hand, something that has been so rewarding for me.”