Pravin Malik | Solo Travel Blogger

The Mystic Monsoons of Goa

1st July 202023rd June 2020 by Pravin Malik

The lightning strikes fear, especially among the kids, corned in their houses by the elderly. A few rebellious kids even dare to go out, only to be grabbed by their collars and dragged back in.

This is What Happens When You are Locked Down in Goa!

2nd July 202024th May 2020 by Pravin Malik

This lockdown has truly been a blessing in disguise for me. I have had such a quality time with my family, my pet dog, and most importantly, time for myself. Yet, there was something which was even more special…

The ‘Bhayyas’ and the ‘Mumbaikars’- An Eternal Love Story!

1st July 202016th November 2019 by Pravin Malik

He was completely engrossed in ‘this’ task of saving Mumbai and while addressing the fellow passengers, I realized, he had now started cursing me in Marathi.

The Greatest Ever ‘Upma Story’ of My Life

1st July 202028th September 2019 by Pravin Malik

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‘’Someday I want to sit in an airplane…a real one…and it should fly in the clouds!’- He chuckled softly pointing at the cloud of smoke from his beedi.

The Only Reason I Keep Coming Back to Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary-Kerala

24th June 202016th September 2019 by Pravin Malik

Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the best places in Kerala if you want to experience raw nature as it has plenty of tourist-friendly spots.

If Kerala is God’s Own Country, then Munnar is Probably His Secret Hideout:

24th June 202028th August 2019 by Pravin Malik

Fog, rain and a cup of tea are one of those deadly combinations that create romance and nostalgia in Munnar. I was loving every bit of it.

Journey: From God’s Own B-School to God’s Own Country Kerala

24th June 202027th July 2019 by Pravin Malik

Featured image Goa to Kerala train journey

“With the round of hugs and goodbye kisses I boarded the train and as I waived my hand to say goodbye to my mom, I saw tears welling up and streaming down her face.”

How I Almost Screwed My Placements Due to a Silly Mistake!

24th June 202027th July 2019 by Pravin Malik

“I imagined myself punching fist in the air and screaming like how Warner does after his century in a typical Aussie style but I controlled myself and settled for a ‘Dravidian’ celebration when the faculty paused to ask his 156th question for the day.”

How I Met My Roommate Who Wasn’t My Roommate!

24th June 202027th July 2019 by Pravin Malik

My heart was pounding in excitement as I came back to my room and knocked the door which seemed locked from inside. I heard footsteps coming towards the room so I held my breath and waited impatiently for my ‘female roomie’ to open the door.

Why is First Day of College So Memorable?

24th June 202027th July 2019 by Pravin Malik

In 2010, when GIM was planning to shift its campus here on this plateau, the Dhangars disappeared ‘mysteriously’. Nobody ever knew what happened to them as they never came back to claim their belongings.

But that year, as I recollect, the local politician won the elections with a hefty margin.

I Met Him After 10 Years But Still Couldn’t Say It

24th June 202027th July 2019 by Pravin Malik

“Curious little me, I jumped off the bed, climbed the stairs and started peeping through the tallest window of our house to get a glimpse of the ‘Namak Walas’ (salt vendors) blowing the truck horn.”

Here’s How the Solo Trip Bug Bit Me!

24th June 202027th July 2019 by Pravin Malik

Though Munnar was still among the popular tourist places in Kerala, yet it was THE best tourist places in Kerala and hence worth a try.

How This Train Singers Earn 78 Lacs a Year With Just Rs.10,000

6th July 20207th October 2019 by Pravin Malik

The family of 4 earns almost 6.5 lacs per month or 78 lacs a year and the best part- They broke even on Day 1!

This is How They Protect Themselves from Rains in the Western Ghats

24th June 20207th August 2019 by Pravin Malik

So I came across these unique yet beautiful rain-protection outfits during my treks in the Western Ghats. Not just pretty, they are highly durable too.

The ‘Kambal’ Man of Kalsubai Trek

24th June 20204th August 2019 by Pravin Malik

Starring at the summit of Kalsubai trek, the highest peak in Maharashtra, our trek guide is wearing ‘Kambal’- A neatly woven handmade rain-protection outfit made of jute fibre.

‘Kambals’ are common among the ‘Dhangar’ community of Goa and Maharashtra.

*Our guide wearing ‘Kambal’ for rain protectionn.*

I have been travelling solo to various states since past 4 years but my recent solo trip to Kerala was an experience of a lifetime.

I wrote about a few special experiences below:

Solo Trip Day 1:

Here’s How the Solo Trip Bug Bit Me!

Explore Day 1

Solo Trip Day 2:

If Kerala is God’s Own Country, then Munnar is Probably His Secret Hideout:

Explore Day 2

Solo Trip Day 3:

The Only Reason I Keep Coming Back to Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary-Kerala

Explore Day 3

Solo Trip Day 4:

The Greatest Ever ‘Upma Story’ of My Life

Explore Day 4

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If There Is a Face I Cannot Forget in My Life, It Is This!

18th March 20201st August 2019 by Pravin Malik

This touched me… He didn’t utter a single word…neither did he try to follow me. He just looked straight into my eyes…locked his hands around the chair…hesitated a bit…gently opened his palms and stood there still with a dead expression! He seemed hungry, not poor! On treks I usually don’t carry eatables. So couldn’t give … Read more If There Is a Face I Cannot Forget in My Life, It Is This!

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