Let’s be real, a good portion of us have probably already given up on whatever New Year’s resolution we came up with for 2015. Honestly, the only surefire way to stick to a resolution is to make it about something you want to do anyway – and for many of us, that’s travelling! So let’s resolve to show some #desipride and choose beautiful India for our next vacation. No matter what type of holiday you’re looking for, India has something to offer, so put down the passport and pump up your shopping budget with all the airfare savings. Here are ten desi destinations to check out, for your next check-out!
1) Rishikesh
It’s beautiful and The Beatles went there – what more reason do you need? Okay, if you need something else, how about amazing river rapids to raft through?!
2) Manali
You’ll see soft angel white snow, so you know you have to go (my poetry deserves a Pulitzer). Manali is definitely the place I zen myself to when stuck in Juhu circle traffic every morning.
3) Jodhpur
From the snow to the sands, Jodhpur is a must for anyone who appreciates history and heritage.
4) Andaman and Nicobar Islands
We’ll just let the pictures explain why you must go to the Andaman and Nicobar islands…
Wow.
Seriously someone take me there, like right now.
5) Dharamshala
Dharamshala means ‘spiritual dwelling’ or ‘sanctuary’, and that’s why this will be my first trip when I finally have the guts to travel alone.
6) Dalhousie
Because Lootera… sigh.
7) Kerala
Because houseboats are a thing there.
8) Pondicherry
Just because it’s beautiful and peaceful. Also a good place to visit if learning how to surf was one of your resolution runner-ups.
9) Khajuraho
Don’t leave your partner at home for this trip *nudge nudge* *wink wink*.
10) Goa
Because it’s Goa, duh!
Did we miss any of your favorite desi vacation spots? Leave your suggestions in the comments below and we’ll get working on a part 2!
Don’t forget you can also get your own DotDesi domain name here! Dump the .com and the .in and show your #desipride with .desi!