#Monsoon travel safety

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Stay Dry And Safe: Essential Monsoon Travel Packing Tips For The Rains

Last Updated:July 20, 2025, 16:36 IST Packing for your monsoon trip does not have to be overwhelming. Follow these tips to stay dry and comfortable on your next monsoon getaway. News18 Comforting beverages, aromatic foods, a book reading session, or travel to a place with breathtaking views – are all that we crave during monsoons. Isn’t it? Travelling at this time offers you an insight into…

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Monsoon road trips can be thrilling but also risky without proper precautions. This guide shares essential monsoon driving safety tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey. From checking tire pressure and brake conditions to driving cautiously on wet roads, these tips help you prepare your car and yourself for rain-soaked adventures. Stay safe, avoid hydroplaning, and enjoy the scenic monsoon routes with confidence. A must-read for road trip lovers during the rainy season.

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Cyclone : ಬಂಗಾಳಕೊಲ್ಲಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ವಾಯುಭಾರ ಕುಸಿತ: ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸೇರಿ ಹಲವೆಡೆ ಇನ್ನು 4 ದಿನ ಭಾರೀ ಮಳೆ, ರೆಡ್ ಅಲರ್ಟ್ ಘೋಷಣೆ!

Cyclone – ಬಂಗಾಳಕೊಲ್ಲಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಉಂಟಾಗಿರುವ ವಾಯುಭಾರ ಕುಸಿತದಿಂದಾಗಿ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ದೇಶದ ಹಲವು ಭಾಗಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಧಾರಾಕಾರ ಮಳೆ ಸುರಿಯುತ್ತಿದೆ. ಭಾರತೀಯ ಹವಾಮಾನ ಇಲಾಖೆ (IMD) ನೀಡಿರುವ ಮುನ್ಸೂಚನೆಯ ಪ್ರಕಾರ, ಮುಂದಿನ 4 ದಿನಗಳ ಕಾಲ ಅಂದರೆ ಈ ತಿಂಗಳ ಅಂತ್ಯದವರೆಗೂ ಭಾರೀ ಮಳೆ ಮುಂದುವರಿಯುವ ಸಾಧ್ಯತೆಯಿದೆ. ಹಾಗಾಗಿ, ಯಾವ ಯಾವ ಜಿಲ್ಲೆಗಳಿಗೆ ರೆಡ್ ಮತ್ತು ಆರೆಂಜ್ ಅಲರ್ಟ್ ಘೋಷಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ, ತಿಳಿಯೋಣ ಬನ್ನಿ. Cyclone – ಎಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗಿದೆ ಮಳೆಯ ಅಬ್ಬರ? ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ, ಮಹಾರಾಷ್ಟ್ರದಲ್ಲಿ…

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Top Monsoon Travel Destinations in India for 2025

Want to make the most of India’s lush, peaceful monsoon season? This ultimate travel guide covers:

Best places to visit during monsoon

Travel safety & packing tips

Must-do experiences in Kerala, Udaipur, Meghalaya & more

Whether you're planning a romantic trip, a family holiday, or an adventurous solo escape—this article has it all.

Read now: https://medium.com/@boomerangankushkumar/monsoon-travel-india-2025-top-destinations-tips-unforgettable-experiences-1bb727203703

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🌧️🏍️ Riding in the rain? Make safety your co-rider!

Check out these essential Monsoon two-wheeler tips — from tire grip to visibility, stay protected while enjoying the ride. 🌦️🛵

Don’t let the rain stop you, ride smart!

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Monsoon Magic: Embrace the Rain, Stay Safe, and Stay Healthy

As the scorching summer bids adieu and the skies turn grey with anticipation, the arrival of the monsoon brings much-needed relief and joy. Raindrops on window panes, the scent of wet earth, and a cup of steaming chai are some of life’s simplest pleasures. However, the monsoon season, while refreshing, also comes with its own set of challenges for health and hygiene. Whether it’s a child jumping…

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Dilapidated Road Endangers Villagers' Safety

Neglected PCC Road to Niramishri Village Poses Serious Risk to Commuters Deteriorating road conditions in Gamharia Panchayat raise safety concerns among residents. Local authorities face criticism for inaction despite repeated appeals. JAMSHEDPUR – The PCC road leading to Niramishri village in Gamharia Panchayat, Baharagora block, has fallen into a state of severe disrepair, causing significant…

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Places to avoid during Monsoon

Places to avoid during Monsoon

Introduction:

The monsoon season in India brings relief from the scorching heat and a burst of greenery to the landscapes. While it can be a magical time to experience nature's beauty, it also comes with its set of challenges, especially for travellers. The heavy rains can lead to floods, landslides, and unsafe conditions in certain regions. In this article, we will explore some places to avoid during the monsoon season in India to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.

Hilly and Mountainous Regions:

India is blessed with stunning hilly and mountainous areas, but they become risky during the monsoon. The heavy rains can trigger landslides, making roads dangerous for travel. The mountainous terrain becomes slippery, and trekking can be perilous. It is advisable to plan your visit to these regions during the dry season when the weather is more stable and the chances of landslides are lower.

Coastal Areas:

Coastal regions are a favourite destination for beach lovers, but during the monsoon season, they face strong winds and rough seas. Water-based activities are often suspended due to unsafe conditions. Moreover, coastal areas are prone to flooding and storm surges. If you're looking for a peaceful beach vacation, it's best to visit during the winter months when the weather is calmer and the sea is safer for swimming.

Flood-Prone Regions:

Certain parts of India are prone to severe flooding during the monsoon season. Overflowing rivers and waterlogged streets can disrupt transportation and pose risks to travellers. Before planning your trip, research the flood-prone areas and avoid traveling there during the monsoon. Choose destinations with less risk of flooding for a safer journey.

Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks:

Wildlife sanctuaries and national parks are home to rich biodiversity, but exploring them during the monsoon can be challenging. The trails become muddy and slippery, making it difficult to spot wildlife. Additionally, some parks may be closed to tourists during this period to protect the animals and their habitats. If you want to experience wildlife, plan your visit during the drier months when the parks are open and wildlife sightings are more likely.

Regions with Poor Infrastructure:

Some areas in India lack proper infrastructure to handle heavy rains during the monsoon season. Poorly constructed roads and inadequate drainage systems can lead to waterlogging and traffic jams. Avoid traveling to regions with a history of infrastructure problems during the monsoon to prevent unnecessary inconveniences.

Pilgrimage Routes:

Pilgrimage routes, especially those in hilly areas, can be hazardous during the monsoon season. The risk of landslides and slippery paths can pose threats to pilgrims and tourists alike. Additionally, some routes might become inaccessible due to heavy rainfall and landslides. If you plan a pilgrimage journey, choose a safer time to travel when the weather is more stable.

Urban Flood-Prone Cities:

Some major cities in India are notorious for their poor drainage systems and urban flooding during the monsoon season. Mumbai, for example, often faces waterlogging and delays in public transportation during heavy rains. If you are visiting such cities, stay updated on weather forecasts and plan your activities accordingly. Have alternative plans in case of adverse weather conditions.

Desert Regions:

While India has a few desert regions, such as Rajasthan's Thar Desert, they are not immune to the effects of the monsoon. Surprisingly, these areas can experience short but intense bursts of rainfall during this season. The arid land lacks proper drainage systems, leading to flash floods that can catch tourists off-guard. Additionally, sandstorms may occur, making it difficult to venture into the desert safely. To avoid any potential risks, plan your visit to desert regions outside of the monsoon season when the weather is dry and stable.

Backwaters in Kerala:

Kerala's serene backwaters are a major tourist attraction, offering boat cruises through tranquil waterways. However, during the monsoon season, the backwaters can become rough and turbulent. Heavy rainfall can lead to waterlogging, and the tides can get too strong for boat rides. For a more enjoyable experience in Kerala, consider visiting the backwaters during the winter months when the weather is calmer, and the water is ideal for boat rides.

Road Trips on Landslide-Prone Routes:

Some roadways in India are particularly susceptible to landslides during the monsoon season. For example, the roads leading to hill stations like Shimla and Manali in Himachal Pradesh can be dangerous due to landslides. If you plan a road trip, check the weather conditions and road advisories before proceeding. Avoid traveling on landslide-prone routes during heavy rainfall, and opt for safer alternatives to ensure a secure journey.

Remote Trekking Trails:

Trekking enthusiasts need to be cautious during the monsoon season, especially when choosing remote or less-populated trails. The terrain becomes muddy, slippery, and challenging to navigate. Moreover, there may be limited support and rescue facilities in case of emergencies. If you have a passion for trekking, opt for well-known and well-maintained trails during the drier months to minimize risks.

Waterfalls:

India boasts several mesmerizing waterfalls, which are captivating during the monsoon season. However, it's essential to exercise caution while visiting waterfalls during heavy rains. The water flow can become fierce, leading to dangerous conditions for swimming or getting too close to the falls. Some areas around waterfalls may also be prone to landslides. Enjoy the waterfalls from a safe distance and follow all safety guidelines provided by local authorities.

Conclusion:

The monsoon season in India is a time of renewal and natural beauty, but it also demands extra care and vigilance for travellers. By avoiding regions prone to flooding, landslides, and poor infrastructure, you can have a safer and more memorable journey. Instead, explore destinations that offer unique experiences and are less affected by the challenges of the monsoon. Remember to plan your trips wisely, stay informed about weather conditions, and prioritize safety during your travel adventures. With proper precautions, you can make the most of this enchanting season while safeguarding yourself and your loved ones.

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Follow These Essential Monsoon Travel Tips For Safe Adventures In The Rainy Season

Last Updated:June 29, 2025, 14:12 IST Travelling in monsoon can be a delightful experience if you follow these tips for a safe adventure in the rainy season. Choose monsoon-friendly destinations like Coorg, Munnar, or Cherrapunji. (AI Generated Image) The rainy season is the perfect time to hit pause and relax, and rejuvenate. As everything slows down, monsoons also bring lush landscapes,…

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Hey do you have world building ideas and advice for hot climates like deserts,savannas, or any tropical island for example?

Of course! :D I'm assuming you want a post the opposite of this one [x]

Worldbuilding: Hot Climates

Beating the sweltering heat

When it comes to living in a hot climate, there's learning to survive the heat, and adapting to the ins and outs of usually very uniquely biodiverse environments.

For humans surviving intense heat is often not actually that difficult. Due to the placement of the equator many nations live in sweltering conditions. The key to surviving is based on the different kinds of hot biomes, there's some different general survival advice for someone living in a windy desert compared to a humid rainforest.

When it comes to extreme fantasy environments we have factor things in like fire safety, heatproof suits, fireproof architecture, solarpunk technology, and more.

Arid versus Humid

Arid (also known as dry) leads to more desert biomes, as it rarely rains. Deserts although stereotypically very devoid of life aren't actually always that. Many peoples live in these places of course, and all kinds of life thrive within. Think about cactus fields, vibrant but sparse greenery, and the tons of the desert insects.

In these kinds of biomes we can see things like dunes, mountains, sandstone, cracked earth, and so much more. In deserts things like lightning storms, sandstorms, invasive plants that rely on the wind (like tumbleweeds) need to be taken into consideration for the people who live there.

However things change drastically if it is a hot and not-arid climate, like a rainforest or jungle. Humidity can be just as dangerous, if not even more on it's own in such a sweltering environment. Many rainforests also take place in high altitudes, which are their own adventure.

Figuring out what you wanna do between these two polar opposites is the hard part, but don't too discouraged because with the use of mountains and weather-travel, these biomes can sometimes end up close by to one another.

Tropical versus Subtropical

You learn something new everyday, I didn't even know there was a difference until making this post.

Tropical climates have consistence hot temperatures and rain, while subtropical climates have more seasonal features, maintaining a warmer to hot temperature with seasons of dry versus rainy.

For earth what typically makes a nation one or another relies on the equator. The closer nations are all usually tropical, while the outer group marked right below US Midwest and right in the middle of Argentina, are our subtropical nations.

For example, Libya is a subtropical nation and Indonesia is a tropical one.

It doesn't have to work like this in your worldbuilding, but it's something that could be considered in how climates typically form. I'd also like to add that monsoons and tropical storms are a thing. If you're in the tropics or subtropics expect hurricanes, warm storms, and monsoon seasons.

Moonsoons mostly affect Southeast Asian nations, but there is a variant of monsoons that touch down in the western US, southern US, west-central Africa, Madagascar, and more.

If you've never been in a monsoon, just think heavy rain. LIKE reallllly heavy rain for several months seasonally.

Clothing

Think about what you need for specific hot environments, whether it be flowy or "revealing" clothing to keep yourself cool, or long loose-fitting breathable fabric, capes, and scarfs for a sandy region to protect against sandstorms.

Clothes in majority of hot regions will be very lightweight and easy to move around in. Culture and religion plays a big role in the rest. Many high-cultured groups such as natives in both cold and warm regions wear vibrant colorful clothing, of patterns and designs.

Body paint or mud paint is an ancient used technique, still seen in many places to this day to protect from bug bites in places like the rainforest, but also for a form of cultural self expression and tradition.

For humid regions wearing things that are waterproof is quite important, especially during monsoon season.

Biology

For humans we have all sorts of natural abilities that allow us to live in hot places, like heat acclimation, but what about everything else?

Desert animals often have ways that they avoid too much sunlight, such as burrowing, and living in dens. Often times they don't need much water, have ways to hold reserved hydration like camels, or get water from specific sources like prey and cacti.

Some animals have special padding on their feet to prevent the hot sand from burning them. Longer lingers also help heat escape, and features that help regulate body temperature are often amped to the extreme (fennec fox ears). There's lots of natural camouflage at play too, because there's not a lot of hiding places in the middle of the desert.

When it comes to places like jungles or rainforests, animals make use of the biodiverse environment. Think canopies, dense foliage, vines, wetlands, etc. The excess amounts of vibrant fruits and dense foliage allows things like birds to be brilliantly colorful. Rainforests and similar environments allow for heavier biodiversity, meaning often times stranger more uniquely evolved animals.

Water/Food Sources

As for deserts and intelligent societies water is the biggest concern, the second one being food. Groundwater from wells and aquifers is the most common modern source. While in ancient times when groundwater wasn't relied on, populations gathered around a source of water, like the Nile for instance.

When it comes to food large crops would need to be brought in from outside desert territory, so instead expect lots of meats from animals like goats, lots of dairy, insects, edible cacti and desert grown fruit/fungi. If people can rely on coastal food source they will, eating mostly fish and rice.

Desert Life Things

Wood can be more scarce in deserts, leading for different materials to be used into strong heat-resistant structures like brick. In fact a lot goes, but not concrete. Concrete does an amazing job in keeping heat in, while things like mud-brick housing conducts temperature in such a way that it stays cool during summer and comfortably warm in the winter.

Expect lots of air conditioning if an available option. Things like high ceilings, small windows, thatched roofs, and architecture that helps houses maintain cool temperatures.

Coastal Life Things

A lot of coastal architecture has adapted to tides, thinking houses on stilts or homes placed somewhere elevated high enough to overlook the ocean. We see this in other environments like wetlands too. Access to boats or docks is a major thing too. Cities would rely on docks as car-based cities rely on parking lots.

The place must be ready to adapt to changes in the water, and natural disasters (excluding something so extreme that is inevitable like climate change/rising sea levels)

Rainforest/Jungle Life Things

Pretend rainforest and jungles combine these architectural factors of coastal regions and desert regions, but now they have access to wood. In fact the usage of live trees is also a thing, building homes around trunks, houses high up connected to trees, and more stilts. Also expect lots of hammocks now.

Fun Fact:

One of the hottest places on the earth is an acidic desert in Ethiopia, the Danakil Depression (Dallol). The mixture of the salt in the area and the volcanic presence underground creates an incredibly toxic and acidic environment, that is beyond hot. Think a salty version of the Yellowstone region except it's all a desert, in the middle of Africa.

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Recent Events

These are the most recent events that happen before the roleplay starts, having a direct effect on both colonies' leadership, population and survival going 60 moons back.

Although they don't have specific dates determined, the list of events is still in chronological order. Some of them are left vague on purpose to allow folks to work with adopts and may also be used in situations that happened to your character for application if you wish!

Additionally, the story on how each colony was founded can now be found in our website's History Page!

The Wayfinders:

> [60 Moons Ago] Navigator Nightwind takes the position of Northern Star after the death of Yellowstar, becoming Nightstar. With his recommendation, the colony chooses Spiderjump to become the new Navigator.

> Peccaries become more territorial and aggressive for a quarter moon. Scouts and hunters can’t really figure out why, resulting in injured cats.

> [48 Moons Ago] A particularly heavy monsoon hits the desert. Although the water is welcome, travel becomes miserable. The most experienced weavers scramble to make sure their damaged woven mats are repaired or replaced.

> Screams can be heard in the distance as a hunting patrol looks for food. They run to find out what's happening, but find nothing. One of the patrol's hunters keeps running in the direction of the screams despite all pleas to stop. They're never seen again.

> [40 Moons Ago] Nightstar suffers injuries when saving a group of trainees from a wood fox. His tail is amputated.

> [30 Moons Ago] The number of red wolves is suspiciously low during a journey through Wolf’s Pass. Scouts are sent out as usual regardless.

> The earth rumbles under their paws, but no one is sure what happened at all. A tender is found dead at the outer edges of Polaris Well, the cause of death undetermined, with no clear signs of tracks, scents or traces.

> [16 Moons Ago] One of the worst sandstorms in seasons comes down on the colony without warning. Delayed safety measures end up in injuries and even deaths. Fangmaw was one of the casualties.

> [15 Moons Ago] Weighted down by age, Navigator Fangmaw chooses to retire. The colony chooses Coyotecall to take her place.

> Search parties are sent out after a patrol of 3 scouts go missing. The body of 2 of them is found, with tenders saying they were most likely hunted by cougars, but they're not too sure. The last scout is never found or seen ever again, presumed dead as well.

> [8 Moons Ago] A young kitten is found inside a small burrow around the area of Polaris Well. After coaxing him out with great effort, tenders take him into their care. The mother’s body was found not too far away.

[14 Moons - Present. Nightstar died 6 Moons Ago] > The colony travels between their wells as usual, only to find out they’re either half empty or completely dried, being forced to move out of them earlier than planned. As they left the Sharp Point well, a pair of wolves attacked them. Nightstar is one of the cats killed in the battle. Coyotecall is chosen as the new Northern Star, picking a new Navigator to fill her former spot before moving on.

> Polaris well is empty. The colony starts panicking, leadership coming together to find a solution. Coyotestar decides they’ll no longer travel to the wells, instead looking for another route and then hopefully come back when things are better. The colony is divided on the decision, but eventually accepts their situation.

> They decide to follow the North Star and like Lightstar once did, look for salvation northward. After a moon of traveling, they stumble on a man-made structure where water is available and decide to rest there until they can plan their next move.

The Metal Scrappers:

> [60 Moons Ago] Healer Headmaster Sock Puppet passes away due to illness. Voting takes place and Healer Spoon becomes the next Headmaster. Crafter Headmaster Maddison is publicly displeased with the choice.

> [50 Moons Ago] The Spring’s Build Battle falls into chaos as Headmaster Maddison decides to disagree with everything Headmaster Spoon decides to do. Spoon decides to step back and allow the event to run smoothly. Many are frustrated at Maddison’s childish behavior.

> Cats are restless for a few days as the ground shakes under their paws every so often. Despite attempts at figuring out what caused it, no real conclusion is reached. Cats try to brush it aside once it stops.

> [48 Moons Ago] A big monsoon hits hard, filling cats with delight. Unfortunately, the sleeping dens couldn’t take the heavy rain and were damaged, with some kits falling ill when a leak happened in the nursery. Crafters do their best to repair things.

> [37 Moons Ago] A young tom named Fresh Cut Grass asks to join the Scrappers after numerous friendly interactions in his time living with the water plant. He asks to be a healer junior and Spoon takes him under his wing.

> [32 Moons Ago] Explorer Headmaster Shark decides to choose a cat to train under them to hopefully become a good candidate for the position in the future and avoid behavior like Maddison’s.

> A party of explorers get attacked, with 2 cats dying and 2 returning to camp barely alive. They don't know what happened and can barely explain the events of the accident. One of the surviving explorers eventually passes away from their injuries. Patrols are unable to retrieve the body of the other explorers.

> Some humans dump trash and boxes before vanishing. Explorers scavenge for resources as usual, only to discover one of the boxes had a few young cats, barely junior age crammed inside. They’re rescued and taken into the colony.

> The ground rumbles again, this time stronger. Some piles of trash and other things tumble over, including the cycle’s Build Battle winner. Although stronger, the quake lasted a lot less than the first time. Some cats are injured.

> [16 Moons Ago] A Huge fight breaks out between Headmaster Spoon and Headmaster Maddison after cats fall ill when new water arrives, seemingly unsafe for drinking. Maddison blames the healer for no clear reason. Tired of her behavior, the crafters come together with the other Headmasters and Maddison is removed from her role. Brisket is voted in as the new Headmaster.

> [16 Moons Ago] A sandstorm is spotted over the horizon and cats prepare to hunker down for safety, but luckily it blows far from the colony. Maddison is nowhere to be found afterwards and is never seen again.

> [10 Moons Ago] In a walk through the territory, Brisket comes across a blue pail he decides to take for a project. To his surprise, a tiny kitten was inside. WIth quick action and the help of monarchs, the frail kit survives. Brisket names him Bucket.

> [2 Moons Ago] An accident with barbed wire results in Headmaster Spoon losing a leg, with infection hitting him hard. He tells the colony to choose a new Headmaster as he’s not able to provide for them like he’d like to, if he even survived at all. Fresh Cut Grass is voted as the new Healer Headmaster. Thankfully, Spoon survives, but retires to the elder’s den.

> [1 Moon Ago] A misplaced piece of glass results in a small fire starting in the explorer’s tent. Cats act fast and damage is prevented, but leaves cats curious.

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Andaman Tour Packages for Every Traveler: Honeymooners, Families & More

The Andamans, with their bird song, silent ocean nights, enjoyable waves, and lovely beauty, are the first choice for any couple in love with nature and adventure. The Andaman tour package offers everything-one for every new couple, every family, or just some peace from the harrowing noise.

Andaman: crystal-clear water, mosaic corals, lush greens, hidden beaches, and so much more to make lifetime memories.

Why Choose an Andaman Tour Package?

Now, the whole act of planning vacations can be a tedious affair: flights, hotels, local transportation, sightseeing, food, and safety! Hence, a well-curated Andaman tour package is the best option. The package includes airport transfers, hotel bookings, guided tours, and plenty of fun activities. You save on time, money, and energy, plus you gain peace of mind.

Andaman Honeymoon Package: A Dreamy Escape for Two

Our Andaman honeymoon package is the perfect mix of romance and privacy for couples beginning their journey of love setting into a new life together. Candlelight dinners by the sea, cute resorts by the beach, and gorgeous sunsets that look straight out of a movie are yours for the taking.

Hold hands with your partner and walk barefoot at Radhanagar Beach. Or take a splash together with clear waters at Elephant Beach. Share a private boat ride to Neil Island, with only the waves keeping you company. The Andaman honeymoon package is specially designed to create memories for two that bring you closer.

Most Andaman honeymoon packages include:

Luxury accommodation with ocean views

Dinners at the beach or room decoration

Spa treatments for couples

Guided island hopping

Water sports: snorkeling, sea walking, or kayaking

Leisure time for just yourselves

It is not simply a trip. It is your first chapter of forever.

Andaman Family Package: Where Every Age Finds Its Joy

Travelling with parents, kids, or a big group? No worries. The Andaman family package is built to offer comfort, safety, and entertainment for all age groups.

Kid-friendly stays, and smooth transport across the island. In these islands, your children will have activities to have fun while the older people can sit by the beach and relax. But you can finally sit back without being worried about logistics.

Here's what you get in an Andaman family package:

Well-ventilated rooms or tandem family suites

Balanced itinerary with free slots

Visits to places like the Cellular Jail, Ross Islands, and Marine Museums

Give the tourists a chance to take glass-bottom boat ride or light trekking

Emergency assistance, customized meals

Special arrangements for birthdays or anniversaries on request

Best Time to Visit the Andaman Islands

The best time to visit is from October to May- clear skies and calm water, with the islands beaming with life.

However, monsoons with heavy rains and ferry disruptions make this period (aside from individual months) much less favorable to travelers. Regardless, it is very quiet, with near empty beaches. So, with good deals, it can be a great time to enjoy the island in its natural glory.

Customizing Your Andaman Experience

Not all travellers are the same, and not all holidays should be either. That’s why Andaman tour packages come with flexible options.

From scuba diving to cultural sites, we take care of every detail to make it easier for you.

Number of days (3N/4D to 7N/8D or more)

Island selections (Port Blair, Havelock, Neil, Baratang, Diglipur)

Accommodation style (budget, boutique or luxury).

Adventure level (mild to wild)

Book Early, Travel Smoothly

Being a famous tourist destination, holiday and peak season bookings fly out the window! So, it’s best to book your Andaman tour package beforehand to get cheaper options, better hotel deals, and hassle-free transport arrangements.

Andaman calls you to bask in sunshine, enjoy warm nature, and experience laid-back happy vibes of life, if you are setting out on a honeymoon, taking that much-needed family holiday, or even just a bunch of friends setting off for a group outing.

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10 Rainy Season Home Buying Tips You Shouldn’t Ignore

India's rainy season brings joy and relief but also reveals the true face of any building. If you’re planning to buy a house, the monsoon is your best friend. Rainwater uncovers cracks, damp patches, and poor drainage.

Most buyers prefer the dry months, but smart buyers look during the rains. Why? Because you get to see the home in its worst conditions. A monsoon property inspection gives you a clear picture. It shows how strong, well-built, and livable the property really is. Use this property buying guide to avoid future headaches and make a smart, long-term real estate investment.

Inspecting the Property During Heavy Rain

Visit the site while it rains heavily. This single action gives you more insight than dozens of dry-weather visits. Rain exposes hidden flaws, leakages, cracks, poor construction, and faulty roofs. Look at the ceiling for dripping water or wet patches. Check window corners, door frames, and joints. Don’t hesitate to ask the agent or owner tough questions.

Check for Waterlogging Around the Building

When it rains, check if water collects near the building. Stagnant water around the foundation or parking area is a big red flag. It weakens the base, invites mosquitoes, and causes long-term damage. Walk around the plot. Look at low-lying corners, garden areas, and basement entries. Ask residents if waterlogging happens often. Even a small puddle that stays for days can mean poor site planning.

Examine Drainage and Rainwater Outlets

Next, inspect the rainwater outlets and drainage pipes. Are they wide enough? Are they clogged or broken? Water should flow out quickly without spilling onto the building walls. Check balconies, terrace corners, and bathroom pipes. Look for signs of overflow or water trails on the walls. Faulty drains create damp interiors, bad smells, and mold, especially during the monsoon.

Look for Dampness, Leakages, and Wall Cracks

The rainy season is the perfect time to spot hidden structural issues. Look closely at every wall, ceiling, and corner. Do you see paint bubbles, yellow patches, or wet spots? These are signs of damp and poor waterproofing. Inspect the roof and top-floor ceilings. Cracks and leakages here can be costly to fix. Pay special attention to walls shared with bathrooms or kitchens—these often trap moisture.

Review of Quality of Road Access and Connectivity

During the rainy season, roads often reveal their true condition. Before you buy a house, visit the area when it rains heavily. Check how the internal roads, society entrances, and connecting roads hold up. Is there pothole damage? Are roads flooded or broken? Poor road quality not only affects daily travel but also lowers the overall value of your property. Look at water flow and check if stormwater drains are working.

Verify the Power Backup Systems and Electrical Safety

Power cuts are common during India's rainy season. That’s why checking electrical safety and power backup systems is a must before you buy a house. Ask the builder or owner about backup facilities. Is there a generator for lifts, common areas, and homes? Do they maintain it regularly? Visit the meter room and switchboards. Look for signs of rust, water damage, or exposed wires.

Assess Ventilation and Natural Light

During the rainy season, homes can feel dark, damp, and musty. That’s why good ventilation and natural light matter even more when you’re planning to buy a house. Open all windows during your monsoon property inspection. Check if air circulates freely. A well-ventilated home smells fresh, even during rain. It also keeps mold and damp away.

Evaluate the Location’s Flood History

Before you buy a house, research the area’s flood history. Some neighborhoods in India flood every rainy season, even if the building looks perfect. Ask local residents about past waterlogging or flood incidents. Search online for news articles or municipal records. Check if the community or street has a record of water entering basements, parking lots, or ground-floor flats.

Confirm Builder’s Maintenance and Rain-Proofing Commitments

Before you buy a house, ask the builder or society manager about their rainy season readiness. A well-maintained building handles rain better. A poorly maintained one leads to stress and costly repairs. Start with the rooftop and outer walls. Have they applied waterproofing chemicals? Are rainwater pipes cleaned and sealed? If the answers are vague, be cautious.

Check Legal Documents and Building Approvals

The rainy season may expose physical flaws, but legal issues stay hidden. Before you buy a house, verify all property documents. Ask for the occupancy certificate, building plan approvals, and title deed. Check if the project follows local building codes, especially for drainage and flood-proof design. This is critical in monsoon-prone areas.

Conclusion

Buying a home in the rainy season may seem tricky, but it’s actually a smart move. Rain reveals flaws that stay hidden in dry months. Use this time to inspect walls, drainage, road access, and power backup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it advisable to buy a house during the rainy season in India?

A: Yes. It helps you identify construction flaws, waterlogging issues, and poor drainage—insights that are not visible in dry months.

Q: What structural signs should I look for during rain?

A: Water stains on ceilings, damp walls, roof leaks, and standing water around the building are key red flags.

Q: How do I check a property’s flood risk?

A: Speak with locals, check municipal flood maps, and inspect the site's elevation and drainage patterns.

Q: Which documents are critical to verify?

A: Occupancy certificate, title deed, approved building plans, and clearance certificates for drainage and zoning compliance.

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How To Save A Desert Oasis—Before It Vanishes Completely

For Centuries, Hundreds of Millions of People Have Relied On Desert Wetlands That Are Now Disappearing. Can Blending Ancient Knowledge and Modern Innovation Protect These Unique Ecosystems?

— By Tristan McConnell | Photographs By M'hammed Kilito | May 6, 2025

Climate change has already devastated many oases across Morocco, and it's only going to get worse: Temperatures in Morocco are projected to rise by as much as nine degrees Fahrenheit by the end of the century, and rainfall to be reduced by 30 to 50 percent.

Driving south out of the Atlas Mountains into Morocco’s Drâa Valley, travelers find that the landscape becomes increasingly stark until the paved national highway vanishes into the desert at the oasis town of Mhamid el Ghizlane.

Sometimes known as the gateway to the Sahara, Mhamid and its surrounding villages are home to about 6,100 people. For generations, the settlement has straddled the Drâa River, with wispy tamarisk trees lining the road on the north bank of the river and palm plantations spreading out to the south. But today the concrete bridge built to span the water rises over a dry riverbed of sand and gravel. Tourists still come to Mhamid, drawn to camel treks, camping, and sandboarding. They arrive by the busload and make their way to hotels that offer swimming pools and massages.

Halim Sbai, 55, tall and bespectacled, with dark, gray-flecked hair, was born in the town. Like a lot of residents, he remembers a different Mhamid. Greener. Lusher. When he was a kid, he herded livestock beneath the dense shade of thick groves of palm trees and fished in the Drâa, Morocco’s longest river, as it wound lazily through town. In the decades since, he has watched the oasis shrivel as the rain has all but stopped and the river has dried up. The thick forests of date palms have withered and thinned, and the fields of fruit and olive trees have produced less and less each year. Most young people have escaped for a better life elsewhere, leaving houses and entire neighborhoods to be swallowed by the encroaching dunes.

At the Tinghir Oasis in Central Morocco, Crops Like Barley, Alfalfa, and Wheat are Protected from the Desert Winds by Date Palms.

“When there is no water, nothing green, the sand becomes very strong, a very fast enemy,” says Sbai. “It takes a lot of land.” The desert is pressing in from every direction. According to Sbai, the outer edge of the oasis moves inward by more than 300 feet each year. Sometimes Sbai worries that he might be witnessing the end of the oasis altogether and, with it, an ancient ecosystem—and the nomadic culture and traditions it enables—that he holds dear.

For thousands of years people have lived and thrived in oases, developing a complex agricultural system finely calibrated to the harsh desert environment, with its water scarcity and ecological fragility. By some measurements, oases occupy 740,000 square miles worldwide—roughly three times the area of Texas—and in North Africa and Asia sustain an estimated 150 million people. In Morocco, oases are home to one million people. The stresses of contemporary climate change are accelerating with increasing aridity, temperatures, and desertification, as well as destructive floods and wildfires, yet Sbai is an optimist steeped in nomadic culture, and he believes that oases contain the seeds of their own salvation.

“What Can You Offer Young People To Make Them Stay?” — Thomas Duncan, Co-founder of Joudour Sahara Music School

What Is An Oasis? An imagined place? A mythical one? An isolated, palm-fringed pool in the desert? A place of safety? Somewhere desperate travelers might find relief, or dismay if the oasis turns out to be a mirage? Ecologically, it is simply an area made fertile by a water source in an otherwise harsh and arid environment. But human ingenuity has transformed oases into complex civilizations.

Ten thousand years ago, northern Africa was hammered by strong monsoon rains and the Sahara was verdant. But the climate gradually shifted, and the grasslands and rivers dried up. In the newly unforgiving desert landscape, water was scarce. Where people found it, they exploited it and created pockets of habitable land that made life not just possible but prosperous, providing homes and livelihoods to many thousands. Radiocarbon-dated barley and wheat grains, as well as millstones used to grind flour, show that oases were already developing in the Drâa Valley during the fifth century.

As oases grew, so too did Saharan trade. Date palms, the hallmark species of the oasis, are drought and heat resistant, and grow readily in the desert wherever there’s water close to the surface. But it takes huge amounts of labor and engineering to successfully cultivate them. These costs were in part met by the salt, gold, and textile traders who plied the caravan routes between Marrakech and Timbuktu. Oases were a place for them to rest and restock before their next expedition. As Sbai puts it, “You can’t be a nomad all the time, just moving everywhere. You need to stop, relax.”

Graphic: Liz Sisk, NGM Staff. Map: Rosemary Wardley, NGM Staff. Sources: Atlas of the Saharan and Arabian Oases, LabOasis Foundation; Mohamed Ait-El-Mokhtar, Hassan Il University; Carmen Moreno and Oriol Domínguez, Terrachidia ONGD; Mohammed Hssaisoune, Ibn Zohr University.

The essential ingredients of the oasis are date palms and people, and neither flourishes without the other. The thick fronds of the date palm’s crown provide a shady canopy beneath which other species can grow, protected from the punishing sun. Scientists have described the date palm as a keystone species for the ingenious three-tiered agricultural ecosystem it anchors. The tree produces valuable dates, and the humid, temperature-controlled microclimate beneath the dense overstory fosters other crops, such as fruit, olive, and henna trees. At ground level, beans, wheat, barley, and alfalfa grow protected from the wind and sand by the palm’s tough trunks.

Mohamed Ait-El-Mokhtar, professor of plant physiology and biotechnology at Hassan II University in Casablanca, who has studied the impact of climate change on oasis ecosystems, describes the date palm as “the umbrella” beneath which all else thrives. “If we want to sustain this structure in the oasis, we have to sustain the date palm,” he says.

Oases worked, in other words, because they stayed in balance. Rainfall in this part of Morocco was always sparse, but still the Drâa was filled with snowmelt and rainwater that flowed more than 11,000 feet down from the peaks of the High Atlas Mountains. Farming communities worked together to dig and maintain geometric networks of irrigation channels to siphon river water into the palm plantations. They used stone, mud bricks, and rammed earth to build warren-like fortified homes and villages—known as ksars and casbahs—and expanded their agricultural lands into the increasingly irrigated desert.

But climate change has devastated many oases, and it’s only expected to get worse. Temperatures in Morocco are projected to rise by as much as nine degrees Fahrenheit by the end of the century, and rainfall to be reduced by 30 to 50 percent. Extreme flooding is on the rise, and government figures show that around 10,000 palm trees burn every year in wildfires.

Left: Drought­-stressed date palms in Morocco’s Tighmert Oasis are especially subject to wildfire. A few weeks before this photo was taken, a blaze struck nearby trees and houses. Right: Water at the Figuig Oasis in northeastern Morocco is distributed via a network of stone dividers; rights are prescribed by ancestral contracts and are inherited, passed on via marriage, or sold.

Like all open-­air canals in the desert, this irrigation canal leading to Tighmert Oasis requires constant attention and maintenance from locals like Fal Bardid to keep it from filling with sand.

Near Mhamid, the palms survive largely because farmers use groundwater extracted with individual solar pumps to irrigate their plots. They are cheap to run and make extracting water easy, but they are a short-term fix. The brackish groundwater increases the salinity of the soil, making growing crops even more difficult; and pulling straight from the aquifer can put it out of reach of even the deepest palm tree roots. “As long as people keep pumping groundwater with solar, they think there’s no problem,” says Sbai. But “when you use solar, you can very quickly kill the oasis.”

Abdelkarim Bannaoui, a 48-year-old with a thick mustache and dressed in a white tunic and turban, has farmed in Mhamid all his life. When he was growing up, there were periods of drought that would decimate crops, he says, “but the palms stayed strong.” Now even they wither, and date yields are falling. The palm cover on his acre plot is scant, and the fruit trees are gone. Unable to rely on the river or rain for irrigation, he uses groundwater pumped from his own well at the far end of his land, and every few years he must dig it deeper. In 1996 a 23-foot well was enough; now it reaches to 52 feet.

Top: Five miles from the town of Assa in southern Morocco, these palm trees are all that’s left of the once lush Tanoueest Oasis, which has been overrun by sand. Bottom: A potter at the Skoura Oasis in central Morocco, Mohammed El Fakhar spends six hours each Sunday collecting fuel for his kiln.

Left: Mhamid el Ghizlane, in southern Morocco, is sometimes known as the gateway to the Sahara. It straddles the Drâa River, which rarely contains water anymore. Right: As oasis towns hollow out, buildings fall into disrepair; eventually they’ll be reclaimed by the desert.

“It is in God’s hands,” Bannaoui says, “but as I see it, there is no future for farming here because of the water. In agriculture, you always lose.” He expects that eventually his three young sons, all of whom are under 10, will abandon farming and the oasis.

In a destructive feedback loop, migration hastens the oasis’s surrender to the desert. The local population has fallen by a fifth in the past 20 years, and as mostly young people leave, it’s harder for the aging population that remains to maintain the palm trees and irrigation channels. “There is nothing to do here because there’s no rain, so people emigrate,” says 61-year-old farmer Abdelaali Lahbouch, whose three sons have left. “There is nobody around, just us old people.”

“If We Want To Sustain This Structure In The Oasis, We Have To Sustain The Date Palm.” — Mohamed Ait-El-Mokhtar, Professor of Plant Physiology

In his long white djellaba and purple scarf, Lahbouch takes me to see the sand-filled irrigation channels and sand-covered fields nearby. “There’s nobody here to help us work,” he says, shrugging. Neglected and abandoned plots let the desert in, and a few days of strong wind is all it takes to coat the earth with sand, starting the process of soil degradation.

As we walk around Bounou, one of Mhamid’s satellite villages, Sbai tells me that of the 200 families that used to live here, only five remain. The rest, he says, have seen their homes taken by the desert. There are no longer enough residents to clear the sand-clogged alleys and passages, nor to maintain and repair the rammed-earth walls of the ksar, which are crumbling and collapsing like a sandcastle in a rising tide. One of the few still living here is 68-year-old Belaaid Lagnaoui, a thick-set farmer who long ago ceded the ground floor of his mud-walled house to the desert. From his perch upstairs, he uses the flashlight on his phone to peer at the sand-filled hall below.

As the water table drops across much of Morocco, wells like this one at Merzouga Oasis must be dug ever deeper.

If there is any chance of rescuing Mhamid and charting a path toward saving other oases across the world, it might come from a small, two-acre plot on the edge of town, where Sbai has constructed a laboratory of pilot projects aimed at holding back the desert and holding on to water.

Acacia and tamarisk trees sprout from shallow circular planters called Waterboxxes that were designed by a Dutch horticulturalist named Pieter Hoff. These planters reduce the amount of water young saplings need and act as a barrier against the desert. For years, Sbai has worked with a Dutch foundation called Sahara Roots planting hundreds of trees around Mhamid to strengthen what he calls “the natural system to stop the sand.” He has also introduced pipes for drip-fed irrigation, which snake across vegetable beds and use far less water than the traditional method of flood irrigation that ceased to make sense when the river stopped flowing.

These solutions, though modest in scope, are all aimed at restoring and recalibrating the balance between the people of the oasis and the changing landscape in which they live. Take the solar pumps. Climate change has made them necessary, but when they’re privately owned, as most currently are, people take what they want, regardless of the needs of others. Sbai has been pushing local farmers and government agencies to reconsider how the pumps are used. “In nomadic culture,” he says, “you need to share everything.” Thanks in part to Sbai’s lobbying, Morocco’s National Agency for the Development of Oasis Zones and Argan Trees is working to install community solar pumps and wells to replace private ones in Mhamid and elsewhere so that water can once again be managed communally and shared equitably.

Of course, none of that will matter if the entire population of Mhamid leaves for better opportunities elsewhere. So in 2016, Sbai co-founded the Joudour Sahara music school with Thomas Duncan of the Playing for Change Foundation, a California nonprofit that uses music to bring communities together. “We asked, What can you offer young people to make them stay?” says Duncan. Their answer is to celebrate, share, and preserve knowledge of the cultural traditions of the desert and the oasis. Children attend weekly music classes in the traditional Ahidous, Gnawa, Rokba, Akalal, and Chamra styles. The school has since given rise to the Zamane Festival, which features hundreds of musical artists from across the Sahara and attracts thousands of visitors.

Two seasonal workers harvest dates in Saudi Arabia’s Al Ula Oasis. Date palms resist drought and heat, but cultivating them is labor­-intensive.

The school’s new home, the Joudour Sahara cultural center, was completed last year and consists of two modern rammed-earth buildings, designed by Moroccan architect Aziza Chaouni. One is a sunken amphitheater for musical performances, the other a classroom with a subterranean cistern. The two structures are connected by underground water pipes. Rainwater is collected and stored in the reservoir. “Real resilience is saving every drop of rainwater,” says Sbai. A riad-style building for visiting musicians is under construction nearby. “The idea was to revive traditional materials that completely make sense in the area,” says Chaouni, “to build pride in traditional architecture, not to just copy the past but be innovative.”

Sbai often talks about the importance of nomadic culture, the need to live within the constraints of nature and the desert’s tough environment, to share resources as a community, to not waste anything. He says these old ways are key to the restoration and survival of the oasis in the face of climate change.

Sbai started as a tour operator before expanding into environmental and cultural activism. He still believes in the value of tourism to the oasis economy, but, he wonders, what kind of tourism? The kind that builds with concrete, fills swimming pools with precious water, and tears up the dunes for gasoline-fueled kicks? Or something slower and simpler, that treads more lightly on the land, exists in harmony with the landscape, and draws on the rich culture and history of the oasis?

One cold, clear evening, he reclines against a thick pouf on a handwoven carpet laid out by a fire. One of his guests is a Tuareg desert blues guitarist visiting the music school from Mauritania, who carefully serves tea poured from a small painted teapot heated in the fire’s embers. A waxing moon shines bright above, and a thick stand of date palms is silhouetted against the indigo sky. “We have the stars and a fire,” Sbai says. “We are the luckiest people on Earth.” The oasis is fragile, its future uncertain, but it is where Sbai comes from and where he belongs, and he is determined to save it.

— Based in Woodbridge, England, Tristan McConnell reported from Morocco for this story. His stories have been published in GQ, Emergence, Aeon, Harper’s, and Vox.

— An Explorer since 2020, M’hammed Kilito Photographed Oases in Morocco and Saudi Arabia for this story. Kilito lives in Rabat, Morocco, and his work has been published in the Atlantic, El Pais, and the British Journal of Photography.

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Udaipur in Monsoon: A Lush Green Escape with Waterfalls, Lakes & Local Delights

When the monsoon clouds gather over the City of Lakes, Udaipur transforms into a vibrant green paradise. The Aravalli hills come alive, waterfalls gush with newfound energy, and lakes overflow, adding magic to the city’s already scenic charm. If you’re planning a trip during the rainy season, here’s why Udaipur should be at the top of your list.

The Green Magic of Udaipur

As soon as the monsoon hits, the dry landscapes of Udaipur turn lush green. The Aravalli hills get covered in a fresh carpet of greenery, creating the perfect backdrop for long drives, treks, and peaceful moments in nature.

Overflowing Lakes — A Treat for the Eyes

Udaipur’s lakes are at their most beautiful during the rains. The iconic Fateh Sagar Lake overflows, drawing crowds eager to watch the gushing water. Lake Pichola, Swaroop Sagar, Badi Lake, and Udai Sagar also brim with water, making every lakeside view postcard-perfect.

Waterfalls to Explore Near Udaipur

Monsoon turns the area around Udaipur into a haven for waterfall lovers. Some must-visit spots include:

Rayta Hills Waterfall — Hidden in greenery and reachable by a short trek.

Ubeshwar Ji Waterfall — Serene, spiritual, and a favorite picnic spot.

Alsigarh Waterfall — A peaceful place surrounded by nature.

Tidi Dam Waterfall — Ideal for weekend getaways and adventure seekers.

Ishwal Waterfall — A quiet retreat for those who love exploring offbeat places.

Menar Dam & Bagheri Ka Naka — Perfect for photography and nature walks.

Kumbhalgarh & Mount Abu Road Waterfalls — Turn your road trip into a monsoon adventure with these scenic stops.

Each of these spots is accessible via short drives and treks from Udaipur, so pack your rain gear, snacks, and a camera!

Monsoon Treats You Can’t Miss

Rainy days are incomplete without delicious local food. Here’s what to try:

Dal Baati Churma — Rich and flavorful, perfect for a rainy day meal.

Mirchi Bada & Kachori — Spicy street snacks that pair beautifully with chai.

Pyaaz Kachori — A monsoon favorite, best enjoyed hot and fresh.

Bhutte ka Kees — A unique corn dish you’ll only find in Udaipur.

Pakoras & Masala Chai — Classic comfort food with a lakeside view.

Picnic Spots Worth Visiting

If you’re into scenic views and a touch of adventure, Bahubali Hills and Rayta Hills are a must. With misty clouds, cool breeze, and stunning panoramas, they’re ideal for morning treks or sunset vibes.

For a complete monsoon guide with travel tips, safety advice, and detailed directions, visit:

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