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7 reasons why Pune should be your next travel destination

There’s a famous saying in Marathi that goes, ‘Pune tithe kay une,’ which roughly means, ‘Pune lacks nothing.’ And honestly, it’s true, well almost. Sure, Pune doesn't have a sea (hi, Mumbaikars!), but who needs salty air?

17 Jan, 2025

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17 Jan, 2025

9 places for short weekend trips from Pune

Hello Punekars, Feeling tired of the city's hustle and bustle after a long week of work? We get it! Sometimes, we all need a short break from the city to recharge. Well, Pune is close to so many beautiful and fun places. And we know it is hard to choose. That's why we've listed some fantastic places to spend your weekend. Here we go!

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17 Jan, 2025

10 jagaat bhaari adventures to try in and around Pune

Discover 5 thrilling adventures near Pune! From trekking to paragliding, dive into adrenaline-packed experiences for an unforgettable escapade.

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Best way to spend 3 days in Pune - India’s quintessential college town

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17 Jan, 2025

Best way to spend 3 days in Pune - India’s quintessential college town

Let’s keep it simple, this blog is about Pune itineraries. Since we want you to come and stay with us at The Hosteller, Pune, we will help you plan the best itinerary possible for different durations of 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 days. Now, before we begin talking about the ifs and buts, here’s a disclaimer: this blog would be one of the first times we use ‘quintessential’ to describe a city. Pune is a quintessential college town with a laid back atmosphere. Alsipan is in the air everywhere, but it still feels nice. Here’s how to spend your time in Pune in the best way possible.

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Pune SUPERFAST express - local street food & cafe guide

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16 Jan, 2025

Pune SUPERFAST express - local street food & cafe guide

Zoom through Pune's food scene with this guide to the best street eats and quirky cafes—your ultimate SUPERFAST foodie adventure!

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Mahakumbh 2025: A once-in-144 years phenomenon

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14 Jan, 2025

Mahakumbh 2025: A once-in-144 years phenomenon

Explore the grandeur of Mahakumbh 2025, a rare spiritual event that unites millions for sacred rituals, marking a once-in-144 years phenomenon of faith and devotion.

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Top 8 haunted places in Mumbai for the THRILL SEEKERS

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13 Jan, 2025

Top 8 haunted places in Mumbai for the THRILL SEEKERS

Mumbai is the city that never sleeps. While some areas of Mumbai buzz at night with clubs and nightlife, others fall into a mysterious, eerie silence—a silence that screams louder than the city’s chaos in its own eerie way. These are the stories of such haunted places in Mumbai: a society with 20 unnatural deaths, a famous tourist spot that turns into a nightmare at midnight, a popular film set, and many more. Sounds interesting? To know the other side of the coin, read on and discover the 8 most haunted places in Mumbai.

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Explore the amazing nightlife in ‘aamchi Mumbai’

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13 Jan, 2025

Explore the amazing nightlife in ‘aamchi Mumbai’

Aapne yeh toh suna hi hoga ‘Mumbai is a city that never sleeps’? Well, yeh bass ek kahawat nahi, it’s actually a lifestyle! It’s the spirit of a city that’s always alive. Chahe dupeher ke 4 ho ya subeh ke, Mumbai never stops hustling, grooving and living its best life.

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Top 10 locations to visit during Ganesh Chaturthi in Mumbai: Chala Bappacha darshan gheuya!

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12 Jan, 2025

Top 10 locations to visit during Ganesh Chaturthi in Mumbai: Chala Bappacha darshan gheuya!

Experience the grand Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in Mumbai! From Lalbaug to Girgaon, discover the top 10 spots for divine darshan. Chala, Bappachya darshan gheyuya!

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Top 12 Vada Pav spots picked by Mumbaikars

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12 Jan, 2025

Top 12 Vada Pav spots picked by Mumbaikars

Craving Mumbai’s favorite snack? Discover the top 12 vada pav spots, handpicked by Mumbaikars, for the ultimate taste of this iconic street food delight!

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101 things to do around Mumbai

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08 Jan, 2025

101 things to do around Mumbai

Here’s a funny thing about Mumbai, every good vacation spot is outside the city. For those who’ve been living in the city forever (and those who feel they’ve been living here forever), and those who have a few more days to spend in Mumbai, we’ve got an exhaustive list of things to do around Mumbai. Time kam hai aur karne ko bahut kuch! Read, think, and go!

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5 days Mumbai itinerary - the best you can find

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07 Jan, 2025

5 days Mumbai itinerary - the best you can find

Discover the ultimate 5-day Mumbai itinerary, packed with iconic landmarks, local experiences, food hotspots, and cultural gems for an unforgettable trip!

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From Vada Pav to Pav Bhaji - here’s an AAMCHI food guide to Mumbai

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06 Jan, 2025

From Vada Pav to Pav Bhaji - here’s an AAMCHI food guide to Mumbai

"Mumbai ranked 5th in the World’s Best Food Cities!" We saw this headline and knew we HAD to write this blog. How could we not? Now that The Hosteller has a new property in Mumbai, we are keeping an eye on every news related to it. Street food here is as diverse as the city itself. So a Mumbaikar decided to guide non-Mumbaikar about everything related to Mumbai street food. But before that, if you plan to visit Mumbai and aren’t sure where to stay, book at The Hosteller. Why, you ask? Because it’s affordable, in a prime location, and our domes and rooms are chef’s kiss. So book now! (ye dhamki hai). Okay! Now we can start.

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Ultimate bucket list for couples: 51 things to do together in 2025

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05 Jan, 2025

Ultimate bucket list for couples: 51 things to do together in 2025

Discover 51 exciting ideas for couples to bond, explore, and create unforgettable memories in 2025 with this ultimate bucket list of fun activities!

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Mumbai in a nutshell - a non-Mumbaikar’s POV

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02 Jan, 2025

Mumbai in a nutshell - a non-Mumbaikar’s POV

If you ask a Mumbaikar to talk about the city, they’d end up writing a book about it and yet not feel like they have done enough. If you read that book, the city will feel nothing less than a dream come true - flawless and perfect in every aspect. We all can understand and agree, it won’t be on them. A Delhiwala would do the same. So will a Kolkata wala. Like people say, no parent would call their kid imperfect. But you need a sane, unbiased and well-experienced view about the city to know what you are in for. Considering that, here’s a non-Mumbaikars’ POV on Mumbai – a travel guide that will give you an objective view on the city.

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Stay at The Hosteller Lansdowne for a 'Paisa Wasool' experience!

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02 Jan, 2025

Stay at The Hosteller Lansdowne for a 'Paisa Wasool' experience!

Experience budget-friendly stays, cozy vibes, and unforgettable adventures at The Hosteller Lansdowne – the perfect paisa wasool getaway!

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Exploring Mumbai like a pro! : 101 things to do in Mumbai

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02 Jan, 2025

Exploring Mumbai like a pro! : 101 things to do in Mumbai

Bollywood, Marine drive, Vada pav! These are probably the first few things that pop into your head when you think of Mumbai, right? But let us tell you, Mumbai is all that and so much more. No matter how well you think you know it, Mumbai always has something up its sleeve.

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Gen Z's ultimate survival guide to Mumbai: Thriving in the city of dreams

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01 Jan, 2025

Gen Z's ultimate survival guide to Mumbai: Thriving in the city of dreams

Your ultimate Gen Z guide to surviving Mumbai—essential tips for work, play, and navigating the city’s vibrant chaos!

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A foodie's guide to Mumbai’s top Parsi & Irani restaurants

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30 Dec, 2024

A foodie's guide to Mumbai’s top Parsi & Irani restaurants

Let me tell you – Mumbai’s Irani cafes and Parsi restaurants aren’t just places to eat. They’re stories. Stories of people who moved to this city with dreams and some aged-old recipes. This is a story of passionate people who are preserving their traditional recipes with love. This is a story of a hundred-year-old Indo-Iranian heritage. Walking around Mumbai, you’ll find these Parsi and Irani eateries.

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Festivals and events in Lansdowne- Traditions, tunes, and togetherness

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26 Dec, 2024

Festivals and events in Lansdowne- Traditions, tunes, and togetherness

Discover the vibrant festivals of Lansdowne! From soulful Shivratri prayers to lively Garhwali dances, dive into traditions, tunes, and togetherness.

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Lansdowne guide - a weekend getaway to do nothing!

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25 Dec, 2024

Lansdowne guide - a weekend getaway to do nothing!

Take a trip to Lansdowne, a small, peaceful and beautiful hill station in Uttarakhand for a perfect, do-nothing kind of vacation.

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5 Adrenaline-pumping adventure activities to do in Lansdowne

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25 Dec, 2024

5 Adrenaline-pumping adventure activities to do in Lansdowne

Google-ing for adventure activities to do in Lansdowne? You are in luck, we’ve got some really cool options. Truth be told, it’s not long but it is just perfect’. Take a look.

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7 things to do in Lansdowne: Your ultimate checklist

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25 Dec, 2024

7 things to do in Lansdowne: Your ultimate checklist

Lansdowne might seem like a quiet little town with not much going on, but that’s exactly what makes it amazing. It’s perfect for just chilling, doing nothing and recharging in the middle of nature. And when you’re ready to explore, here are a few chill things to check out—peaceful boat ride, mesmerising sunset and wildlife exploration that brings just the right amount of adrenaline to your laid-back escape.

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Eat, shop and relax like a local - Lansdowne edition

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25 Dec, 2024

Eat, shop and relax like a local - Lansdowne edition

Somehow, if you managed to reach this blog, we believe you are planning to visit Lansdowne. If we guessed it right, here’s what you are looking for - a detailed list of local food in Lansdowne. Ohh! And hotspots for shopping in Lansdowne. To start with, let’s be clear: just like in every other hill station, you'll find delicious momos, Maggi, and continental food in small, cozy cafes around Lansdowne. But “pahado mai pahadi khana nahi khaya to kya kiya?” You shouldn't miss the authentic Garhwali and Kumaoni cuisine here. Lansdowne is mostly known for these two cuisines - simple, warm, and homely. These hearty meals perfectly complement the Himalayan weather and the foodie in you.

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Your ultimate 2-day itinerary to explore Lansdowne

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23 Dec, 2024

Your ultimate 2-day itinerary to explore Lansdowne

Discover Lansdowne: serene lakes, stunning views, rich culture, and cozy stays at The Hosteller for a perfect 2-day peaceful getaway!

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Things to do in Mandrem in 2025

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15 Dec, 2024

Things to do in Mandrem in 2025

Planning to visit Mandrem soon? We won’t let you do that without reading this detailed blog about the top things to do in Mandrem, including local events and cultural festivals. Keep reading!

PEOPLE & CULTURE

9 tips to explore Shimla like a pro!

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13 Dec, 2024

9 tips to explore Shimla like a pro!

Read this blog till the end and you’ll be able to plan THE MOST ECONOMICAL trip to Shimla, costing you less than a McD meal (assuming a basic meal at McD costs ₹179) everyday for a month. No, we aren’t joking. Ready to find the truth? Here we go.

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Discovering Mandrem: 7 places you can’t miss

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12 Dec, 2024

Discovering Mandrem: 7 places you can’t miss

Mandrem, a sweet little village in Goa is for you if you want a break from the city buzz and spend some peaceful, relaxing time. You could call Mandrem the “chota packet, bada dhamaka” of Goa because it has a variety of experiences to offer. Here’s a guide to the must-see places in and around Mandrem.

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Mandrem guide - everything you need to know before you pack

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11 Dec, 2024

Mandrem guide - everything you need to know before you pack

Whenever the holiday season starts knocking on the door, a strange scent of FOMO spreads in the air. Suddenly, everyone feels immense pressure to do something fun, plan the ultimate trip, and make their leaves count. Goa, being the ultimate party destination, is always on the list of almost all travel enthusiasts. Needless to say, some parts of the coastal paradise (especially the commercialized beaches of North Goa) get overcrowded, loud, and unpleasant. Despite being part of North Goa, Mandrem is a coastal fishing village known for its quiet and secluded beaches, perfect for a slow-paced, restful, and rejuvenating retreat.

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Travel tips to explore Jibhi on a budget

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11 Dec, 2024

Travel tips to explore Jibhi on a budget

Jibhi, in Tirthan Valley, is a scenic and peaceful place with green hills and cozy wooden cottages. Planning a trip to Jibhi on a budget? Here are some tips to help you enjoy it to the fullest.

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