We keep the best of our vacation time for sunny days and clear skies. But when the grey clouds come calling, why do we hide within our homes?
If you enjoy travelling, but have shied away from holidaying during monsoons, this blog is for you. Let us show you the beautiful experiences that await you when the rains kiss the earth.
1. Travelling is all about taking in a destination’s unique essence, little by little, unhurriedly. The monsoon season is the perfect time to explore a destination, without the humdrum of crowds. If you love a laidback holiday, where you don’t have to spend hours in queues at popular destinations or wait long for basic services because of people thronging everywhere, the rainy season is the ideal time for you.
2. Although summers are the popular choice for vacations, they are also scorching hot in most places. Enjoying a destination in the sweltering heat, and battling sweat, fatigue and health issues arising from these can suck the joy out of your fun time. Choosing to holiday in the monsoons means you’ll feel refreshed and rejuvenated in the cooler climate. Armed with the right clothing and gear, you can step out to explore the destination, without the fear of being low on energy.
3. The best time to visit a favourite destination that you’ve explored before is the rainy season. It offers a fresh perspective to the destination, opening up experiences that you may not have had before. For instance, Goa is popular from October to February, after which it gets too hot. But soon Goa welcomes the rains, which washes up the town into a pristine green haven that will take your breath away! Similarly, every popular destination has a unique angle waiting to be discovered by you.
4. Clean air is often an underrated experience. Dry summer months and overcrowding translate into dust and pollution that you cannot overlook, especially when you’re looking to have a safe and good time with your loved ones. Holidaying in the monsoon is a great way to ensure you’re surrounded by clean, fresh air, helping you avoid respiratory issues and allergies.
5. One of the best things about vacationing during the monsoons is the minimal crowd, which translates into easy upgrades in accommodation. Sometimes simply asking the hotel staff for an upgrade can get you no-extra-cost jump to an upper range accommodation, simply because it had no takers!
6. Monsoons are when most staff members at hotels and restaurants are friendlier because they are not overworked or hassled. This means you get better service and interesting conversations that allow to have a more immersive experience of the place.
7. If you believe in responsible travel, monsoon travel will enable you to take the pressure off a popular destination, allowing a more relaxed experience and providing livelihood to the many people surviving on tourism. It’s good for you and it’s good for the destination!
Check Out These Beautiful Monsoon Destinations with Earthy Hues
The perfect destination for pluviophiles, Meghalaya in the monsoons is a poet’s fantasy come true. Everything you can do in the summers; you can do in the rains in Meghalaya. Whether it’s visiting the local villages and experiencing their unique culture, enjoying the mesmerising waterfalls, caves and delightful views, or walking across the living root bridges, or setting out on hikes and relishing the food, Meghalaya opens its arms during its wettest months for avid travellers.
Spiti’s monsoon is sparse, which makes it a surprisingly beautiful place to visit when it rains. Get ready to witness water crossings and valleys splashed in earthy colours; yes, Spiti awaits you with some really stunning views and experiences. Don’t miss the popular destinations like Nako, Tabo and Mudh villages, in addition to monsoon fairs and festivals such as the Tribal fair and the Ladarcha and Gataur festivals.
The monsoons give the state of Rajasthan an image makeover like none other. The hot and dry state turns wet and verdant; so, be prepared to be bowled over. Clouds hover over majestic forts, the blues of Jodhpur houses become bluer, the Aravalis are embraced by mist, roads get steamy and water cascades turn intensely luscious. It’s an experience that does not adequately fit into the word “memorable”.
It’s not always easy to vacation in the monsoons. The rains can get lashing, winds can be strong and roads become harder to manoeuvre. Another must-remember aspect is that some of the popular activities might be closed or unsafe to accomplish during the monsoons. However, if you believe in unusual travel experiences, the rainy season is a great option to explore.
Here are some tips to keep in mind if you travel during monsoons:
Talk to us at Earthy Hues for more information on travelling during the monsoons and finding new interpretations of destinations. We’ll help you plan your monsoon travel package with immersive experiences, and make it an unforgettable holiday!
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