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On a mission to inspire & help more people to travel, try new things & live their best life.

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🚨 LAST CALL FOR LADAKH! Is it safe? YES. Is it epic? Also YES.

🚨 LAST CALL FOR LADAKH! Is it safe? YES. Is it epic? Also YES. Hey there, We’ve had a lot of questions lately about the upcoming Ladakh road trip – and it’s time we clear the air. Here’s the deal: ❄️ Ladakh ≠ Kashmir 1️⃣ Ladakh is a separate Union Territory It has its own administration and a completely different ground reality. 2️⃣ Pahalgam to Leh is over 500 km away That’s a 14+ hour mountain drive — a different region altogether. 3️⃣ No history of unrest in Ladakh There's been no history...

bir group trip

The Perfect Summer Escape — See You in the Mountains? 🏔️ Hey there, Remember when we said we were heading to Bir for an epic escape?Let’s just say... Bir understood the assignment. 🎯 No alarms. No emails. Just you, the mountains, and the promise of a day packed with magic. 🌄 Here’s a glimpse of what went down: ✅ Cycling through pine forests on electric cycles, soaking in the views 🚲✅ Visiting a peaceful monastery for some quiet 🧘♂️✅ Exploring the offbeat Rajgundha valley 🏞️✅ Being surrounded...

ladakh road trip

Swipe Right on Ladakh: Perfect Roads, Wild Views, Zero Red Flags Last year, I hiked to Annapurna Base Camp solo—no guide, no group, just me, my backpack, and a whole lot of dal bhat. 🥾I tracked every rupee, and yep, it turned out way cheaper than an organized group tour. But here’s the thing: DIY trekking only works if you’ve done a few already, know how to plan, don’t panic easily, and can handle altitude sickness..For first-timers or not-so-seasoned adventurers, paying that extra money for...

Relaxing in Bir Billing in Himachal Pradesh (Himalayas)

Chasing Sunsets & Waterfalls: A Summer Escape in the Himalayas 🏔️✨ Hey there, Summer is here, and we’re ready to go back to the mountains!🏔️✨ We're heading to Bir, a hidden gem in Himachal Pradesh, for an adventure like no other. If you were part of Bir 1.0, you know what we’re talking about—paragliding over mountains 🪂, chasing sunsets 🌄, hiking to secret waterfalls 🌿, stargazing ✨, and making unexpected friendships. Somewhere between sipping chai in cozy cafés ☕ and getting matching tattoos...

scuba diving adventure sport in indonesia

Adventure Trip Gone Wrong? Let Us Help You! 🛠️✈️ Do you remember those family trips from back in the day?The annual vacation that felt more like a checklist of touristy spots, endless photos 📸, and a fixed routine. You’d wake up early, ready to finish the day’s itinerary planned by your travel agent. Tourist spots? ✅Historical monuments? ✅A quick lunch before racing to the next “must-see” destination? Absolutely!🏃♂️By evening, it was time for shopping at the local market , and the day ended...

rajasthan group trip

From Strangers to Friends—Travel That Connects You! 🌍✨ Hey there, Ever wondered what happens when a bunch of folks come together for an adventure? A year ago, they took that chance with us in Rajasthan, and today, they’re still connected—some even became great friends. 🤝💛 At The Modern Nomads, we don’t just ‘show’ you places. Travel, for us, is about people—the connections you build, the stories you share, and the cultures you learn about. 🌍 We focus on building a community and creating...

surfing in varkala Kerala

New Year, New Adventures: Start 2025 the Right Way with Us! ✈️✨ Hey there,2025 is JUST 11 Days Away! 🎉 Can you believe it? The new year is almost here, and most of us have already made our New Year’s resolutions! Here's mine: Words @wordstionary 2025: 9:26 PM • Dec 16, 2024 7416 Retweets 20645 Likes Read 27 replies ...and it’s also our mission at The Modern Nomads to help more people try new things. What about you?✨ Trying something new?✈️ Traveling to unexplored places?💪 Get fitter and more...

Surfing in Canggu, Indonesia

Indonesia Highlights and A New Perspective on Travel: Thanks to Surfing in Varkala🏄♀️✨ Hey there,My Indonesia trip was nothing short of magical. I’m back home now—rested, recovered, and excited to share some tips & highlights with you! ✈️✨ Here’s what to expect in this edition: My Indonesia experience: how it was different compared to last year 🇮🇩 The Modern Nomads update: A big milestone and our next beach trip! 🌊🌴 Indonesia Experience 🇮🇩 Some of you know I spent a month in Indonesia last...

Community meet-up in Delhi and our special Diwali trip (hint: paragliding, mountains)

Community meet-up in Delhi and our special Diwali trip (hint: 🪂🏔️) Hey there, I am flying to Indonesia soon for The Modern Nomad's first international trip! 😍✈️Before that, I have got some exciting updates for you about a community meet-up and our next trip to the mountains.We are headed to Bir, Himachal Pradesh this Diwali and it is going to be a special one because you get a chance to witness the Paragliding World Cup, an event that brings together elite pilots from around the globe. 🪂🏔️Fly...

Unguided trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m) & other things Nepal🇳🇵 Hey there,On 9th June 2024, I made it to the Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m) WITHOUT a guide or a porter. It was one of the craziest and most fulfilling experiences of my life. 💪 Before I dive into the details of the trek, I have some exciting updates about our upcoming Indonesia trip. 🇮🇩 We've tweaked the itinerary and pricing to make the trip more flexible for everyone. We understand that you may be skeptical about trying...