College is one phase where you are neither a small kid nor an adult. And thus, meeting new people, seeing new things, and traveling to different parts of the country can really shape you as a person.

Here’s a list of destinations that you should definitely visit with your college friends.

1. Live your Jawani in Manali

Although, Manali is more popular for honeymoon, however, this is the time when you certainly have someone special or better, a group of friends in your life. In such a scenario, a trip to Manali can turn out to be amazing. And of course, it is the favorite destination of Bollywood and you too will have a big suitcase filled with memories. You can experience thrilling activities with your friends like that of river rafting, skiing, and paragliding to name a few.

2. Hit the Roads of Leh

This is the perfect trip for a group of friends regardless of their choices in life. It’s evident that no one ever returns disappointed from Leh.

The best time to go is while you are in college because after college it becomes quite difficult to get everyone together at the same time. And also, this is the time where you can cut yourselves some slack and try to find some meaning in life.

3. Experience the Adrenaline Rush in Rishikesh

This can be a trip where you wash away all the sins in the sacred and thrilling Ganges. The rapids in Rishikesh bring adventure seekers from across the globe. Embarking on a raft in the rapids of Rishikesh takes up a lot of courage and spurt of adrenaline. And you have this courage in college years and not while you’re working with all the responsibilities on your shoulders.

4. City of Dreams – Mumbai

As the name is self-explanatory, Mumbai is where people come from across the country to make a name for their own. This trip will help you to understand the competition and the race of mankind in the truest way possible.

Your Mumbai trip will be incomplete if you do not hope on a local train – uncomfortable yet productive experience.

Plus, college years are the best time to come to terms with real-life struggles. Walk around the streets of Mumbai and you will be able to compare the glitz with the struggle.

5. Dil Chahta Hai? Mumbai-to-Goa Road trip

Goa – It is that one destination that is on the bucket list of every college student. A road Trip to Goa from Mumbai and mimicking the same shots from DilChahta Hai is actually fun. Goa is the perfect place for both kinds of friends – party lovers and peace seekers.

Goa is not a place to be visited with girlfriend/boyfriend, I mean it’s not that much fun. It is best with your college gang.

Traveling is a beautiful experience and as you go along the way you make friendships that will last a lifetime. These trips will not only make you feel independent but also will change you in away.

Tell your squad to stop planning and actually just go for it since you go to college once in your life and these golden days won’t come back.

Enjoy the time before it slips from your hand!

Travel in India

You name it all – street foods, regional delicacies and unique cooking style, Mumbai has its own rich food culture that tops the list of any food enthusiast.

The history of Mumbai started from being a fishing village to the mega polis. The food in Mumbai has also changed drastically. The city has now changed itself so much that the variety of food has become the main attraction of the city. If you are planning to visit Mumbai then do try foods that should not drop out from the bucket list of yours. You will not find these delicious and unique dishes anywhere else, not the taste at least!

Here the list begins:

Vada Pav

First and the foremost is the Vada Pav, in the vast fast food world of Mumbai, this is the tastiest “cutlet in a bun” by a mile. And yes, it’s not available at McDonald’s or Pizza Hut or any other branded food chains. This on-the-go snack satisfies millions of locals every day. Although it falls in the category of street food, but this is the most popular food in Mumbai. The recipe, hard to duplicate because each stall owner has his own secret ingredient, uses a combination of boiled potatoes mashed with fresh coriander, green chillies, a bit of ginger and sometimes garlic, made into palm-sized balls, dipped in a chickpea-flour batter and deep fried till golden. They are stuffed into a pav smeared with a layer of spicy green chutney and a fiery red garlic crush. Tastes best when eaten hot.

BhelPuri

The most commonly sold “chaat” (snack) on the streets of Mumbai, This spicy street food is a blend of puffed rice, papadi (small crisp deep fried flour puris), sev, onions, potatoes, raw mango and sweet and sour chutney. However, bhel seller makes it differently — remain the same, it is the proportions in which they are thrown together on the street side that makes the difference.

Ragada Patties

This is a combination dish of Ragda and Patties. The dish is quite similar to what we call “TikkiChole” in Delhi, in appearance but it tastes quite different, perhaps because of the spices available and used in Mumbai. Ragda is a spicy and soft, intensely favored chick peas and patties is mashed potato patty, deep fried. So, basically, Ragda Patties is crushing everything together and loading the same with mouth-watering toppings – onions, fiercely spice mint chutney and a tangy tamarind sauce.

Akuri on Toast

This is a Non-vegetarian dish.If you want to try something more than just the scrambled eggs then this is the best choice! Just to let you know that it is a Parsi dish and as it goes without saying that every state in India has its own way of making and presenting the dish. The ingredients include the onions, tomatoes, chili powder, green chili and the coriander, that too fresh. To add to it, you can also try milk. This dish will be cooked in few minutes and it’s all set to present this dish in a traditional way!

Butter Chicken

This is another quite popular non-vegetarian dish in Mumbai. Although nothing can beat thebutter chicken in Punjab, but this one is unique. Despite of being a North-Indian, Punjabi dish, in Mumbai, you will get it with Maharashtrian “tadka” in it. You can also find one of the best and the tastiest butter chicken in Mumbai. It is the chicken that is being marinated in the yogurt from the previous night and spices that are mixed including ginger paste and others. The way this Mumbai butter chicken is made then the taste will be different but you will also not be able to find this taste anywhere else. Just try the butter chicken now and do let us know about the taste.

Bun Maska

This dish is much more than just the usual bread and butter. Bun is a kind of bread which is being sliced and then the butter is applied more than what it is required. That is why it is named as Bun Maska. This dish is really tasty and is served as a snack and you can also add a bit of sugar and sprinkle spices on it if required. It can also be served by chatni. Do you want to know a secret? It can also be dipped in tea and it will taste even better with tea. So, basically

Pav Bhaji

This specialty dish from the by lanes of Mumbai is made of mashed steamed mixed vegetables (primarily potatoes, peas, tomatoes, onions and green pepper) cooked in spices and loads of butter. It is accompanied with pav, which is shallow fried in even more butter and served with chopped onions. Sometimes cheese and paneer (cottage cheese) are added. People from all over India come to Mumbai to eat pavbhaji.

Final Words

These are such dishes that if you don’t taste them then you might feel that there is something that you have missed. So, next time when visit Mumbai, don’t forget to treat your taste buds.

By the way, if you love street food, then check out some of the Lip-Smashing Street Foods of Delhi as well.

1.Mumbai

This is the city of stars and lights, shining as Christmas is around. The streets of Mumbai are filled with energetic spirits, while the street of Mumbai’s and houses have bright lights lit up with decorations. People enjoy the Christmas spirit throughout the day. The shopping malls and the market areas are decked up, besides attractive discounts are available for most things.Mumbai loves having parties. It is celebrated with zest and vigor. There are several high-energy nightclubs and ample options dotting the city. Plenty of holiday deals are opened that you may consider early booking.

2. Shillong

Shillongin Meghalaya featuresenthralling waterfalls,clear skies, and attractive mountain views. The greenery envelops leaving visitors spellbound amidstheavy rainfall thatit is not less than a paradise for nature lovers and photographers.  The Cathedral Church is the oldest and people flock to this city for the Midnight Mass. As a pre-Christmas celebration, the century-old fir tree has chiming bells decoration and the priest talks about Christmas joys, and melodious hymns add to festivities. Catch live musical performance during Christmas holidays, listen to Gospel music played in the churches and enjoy the local dance troops revealing their talent across the city venues. Have a fantastic time by planning a Shillong trip.

3. Pondicherry

Pondicherry is also referred to as the East French Riviera, now prominent as Puducherry situated on 135 km to the south of Chennai, that is the east coast of India. This Little France in India makes it a wonderful place to enjoy traditional Christmas. During the festive season, the Basilica of Jesus and Our Lady of Immaculate is worth visiting to watch the lovely lights and Christmas decorations. During Christmas, you get to see the high energy of the locals and there are excitement and anticipation in this seaside town. Enjoy peaceful celebration at a beach in the evening or gaze with your loved people the endless ocean waves.

4. Kerala

Kerala has beautiful decorations brightening up the places around and your mood. Midnight mass is all over including Lord Jesus birth scene in all the churches and carol singing is more. The churches and cathedrals come alive, while the backwaters have their own charm. The houseboats present a relaxed ambiance infused with the festive air. The feast during Christmas includes bread with fish, Achappam, traditional Kerala sweets, and beef curry. Look right away during the Christmas holiday to keep away from sky-high prices. The Christianity branches are prevalent as they are the people who brought Catholicism.

5.Goa

Goa is a fantastic place for Christmas. The partying, beaches and its exuberance is high during Christmas. The Supersonic and Sunburn Festival is celebrated in December, becoming vacationers hot spot. Goa has Christians as a large population and it is apparent in the culture and its architecture presenting the Portuguese influence. Lights, lively music, fireworks, dances, and sumptuous food ensurehaving a great time amidst live music concerts in the bars, beaches, and hotels lining the promenades.

So, just plan a quick vacation with the family and make the best out of it. Happy Holidays