Small group travel in India that goes beyond the expected: exploring how access, relationships, and timing create experiences you can’t simply plan.

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Pre-internet, my Lonely Planet and Rough Guides to India were worn out, stained, and page torn. I even ripped out particular pages to take with me when I traveled! Thankfully, travel has become more accessible than ever, thanks to the wealth of information available online. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or embarking on a round-the-world adventure, having reliable travel guides and websites (and ebooks and PDFs, oh my!) at your disposal can make all the difference

Backpacking, travel evokes a gap year, freedom, youth, adventure and local experiences. It's a classic mode of travel, and long associated with budget-conscious adventurers willing to rough it out. However, a new trend has emerged in recent years, blending the thrill of backpacking with a touch of luxury and modernity. Enter flashpacking, a concept that offers a unique twist to traditional backpacking. Intrigued? Read on... Defining flashpacking: A fusion of backpacking and

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