Homestay Resorts: Home, Away From Home

It's just February and it already feels like years have passed since this particular one began. Why so, you may ask?

In big cities, one thing flies Way too fast, and that is time. Stuck in traffic jams and our respective professions, we lose track of time and perspective. Even though it's good that we are keeping ourselves busy and productive, a lot of times this indifference to passing time can create monotony. And we must avoid it at all costs, because monotony gives birth to boredom.

The best solution to this dilemma is travelling. Everyone loves travelling. Arriving at new places, exploring new traditions, absorbing vibrant cultures, trying out new culinary delights - travelling offers all this and much more.

What is even better in today's world is the fact that one can stay away from the hustle-bustle of the city's everyday life because of independent ventures like Himalaica, which provides the best Nainital cottage and resort experiences to the guests. There are many advantages of such home resorts.

1. Privacy

Since we are always surrounded by people and work, everyone nowadays is looking for a bit of solace to think and enjoy. These ventures are perfect for such demands. They offer utmost privacy to their guests at the account of being located in hill stations and other exotic places.

2. Ideal location

Away from the traffic and the crowd of the city, they are usually present at isolated locations like the top of a hill or in the woods - only because they want to provide the most refreshing and untouched experiences to their guests. What is better is that these places usually have a great landscape to admire. Imagine not waking up to horns and screeching of cars.

3. Wildlife 

Usually present in nature's lap, it reminds us of its infinite beauty and how we are all so lucky to behold its magnificence. Nature can be very refreshing and can act like a real stress-buster for people who can't even get an inch of sunlight in the winters of the cities.

4. Homely experience 

Unlike the ostentatious display of expensive hotels and their packed atmosphere, these home resorts have a more widespread area and approach. They are a home, away from home and one finds himself/herself feeling comfortable and rejuvenated in no time.

5. Accessibility

It is very easy to know more about such places because most of them have an online presence. In today's times, when people can't function without their computers and phones, this is an essential attribute. Booking them is easy and researching about them is even easier. All you have to do is browse the website, ask the forum and click away!

So, don't be stuck in a rut. Travel and enjoy. After all, what's better than finding a second home in the middle of hills and clouds?                                                       

Some Upbeat Locations To Be Explored In Nainital

Just like last year, this year is also blessed with many long weekends. Well the irony is while we eagerly wait for these long weekends; seldom do we know what to do there. If you are facing this dilemma right now, we have a solution for you.

Book a nice homestay in Uttarakhand and delve deep within. Nainital offers a lot from nature to us. This is the perfect hill station to plan your weekend and holiday. Apart from what we already know, Nainital is a haven of beautiful places. 

Below are few places that are not mainstream and lesser known attractions in the city of lakes.

Guano Hills: These hills are located in Pangot Village of Nainital. This is a trekker’s paradise and has many trails for long walks. But if you just want close to the nature, you can always follow short trails in these hills. You will get to experience thick forests of bamboo, deodar and thick oak. Some rare animals like black-chinned babbler and grey woodpecker can also please your sight.

St. John in the Wilderness Church: This church is dedicated to St. John and was built in 1844 even during the earthquake in 1905 this structure was unharmed and it still survives in the original form. Built in a neo-gothic fashion the architecture of the church exudes old world nostalgia. This church is popular among the locals and it is one place you need to check out while you are in Nainital.

Sariyatal: While most people know about Naini lake, very few know about the beautiful sariyatal, located almost 5 Km away from the main city. The water of the stream is very cold, so the best thing to do is to enjoy some quiet and tranquil time here. Not much tourists venture out to this spectacular place and it is one of the popular spots among the locals.

These are few sights that you might have not known in Nainital. Apart from these, Nainital’s Homestay cottages are also something that you should try to stay at. One of such places is Himalaica. They have luxurious range of cottages that will give you a different experience while your visit to the City of Lakes.