The Travel Diaries | Konkan

Priya Adivarekar Wednesday, June 05, 2013

A holiday or vacation is the ultimate blessing, anyone could ever get. Especially if it is a week long holiday that you have managed to earn after a good long year. My idea of a holiday is simple - Keep calm and put your travel mode on. I love travelling, and so instead of only sticking to the popular tourist areas, I do some research in order to explore interesting destinations. Recently, I managed to take almost a month off from my schedule, and traveled to various cities in India. A week in Konkan was one of them. As usual, beaches, historical monuments, ghats and temples were my hangouts. My friends say, "If you can't find Priya in Mumbai, you might find her at a beach, a fort, or some temple." Well, I couldn't agree more.

My favorite beaches are the ones on the Konkan coast. Quiet, calm, and serene, these beaches are far from those typical commercialized beaches, where hawkers and bystanders will keep irritating the hell out of you. The sea water is clean, so much so that you can spot a variety of fishes and sea shells from a distance. When the cold water splashes against your feet, you can't help but dance with joy. The pristine white sand welcomes you, as you sit down to doodle your name on the shiny little particles.

On a trip to the beach, dresses, shorts, leggings are your best bet. Flat shoes are more comfortable and suitable, especially the ones without any straps. I prefer those over any other variety, because you can quickly get rid of your footwear when you spot a virgin beach in the middle of nowhere. I always carry one or two pairs of osho flats in different colors.

While we are on the topic of apparel and accessories, I must add that you get some fabulous accessories in Sawantwadi. I picked up some funky bangles and cute earrings during my recent trip. As they say, "When you are travelling, take some time out to shop for local favorites."

If you like experimenting with food, then you shouldn't shy away from trying the local delicacies. Konkan is famous for its non-vegetarian delights, and the never ending love affair that we maharashtrians have with 'Kokam Sharbat' (you can see me posing with a glass, in the photograph above). So when in Konkan, have your share of Malvani macchi fry and Malvani Chicken Sukka. Vegetarians, don't fret! You will get the best Kaju malvani masala and Vangyacha bharit, which will leave your taste buds happy.

Outfit Details:

Top - Asos

Leggings - Mango

Chain with pendent - Hill road, Bandra

Shades - Valentino

Footwear - Linking road, Bandra

Watch - Gift

Best time to visit Konkan - October to February

If you are a Mango fanatic like me, visit Konkan during the summer season to gorge on endless number of mangoes.

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Top 5 Winter must-haves

Priya Adivarekar Wednesday, January 09, 2013

I am loving the Mumbai winters! It's so chilly and pleasant. Sometimes, the temperature tends to drop drastically and I have to hunt for a comfortable sweater or cardigan in my wardrobe. Usually, January in Mumbai is slightly cold and it gives people like me a chance to bring out all those fun apparel and accessories, that were otherwise tucked away somewhere.

Yes people, its time to flaunt these winter must-haves!

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Tangerine Tales

Priya Adivarekar Monday, November 05, 2012

I am happy that I finally got some time to do an Outfit post. Assignments and lectures don't leave you with a lot of time to spare during the weekends, except for long days where you are surrounded by books, cups of hot chocolate and your laptop. The end result is pretty good, because you get to learn a lot. But the flipside is, I miss doing things that I love.

This outfit post is dedicated to the colour of 2012 - Tangerine. Just like every year, 2012 passed by like a flash and I thought of doing an outfit post (almost like an ode to tangerine) before the end of this year. This is a bright, cheerful outfit and is perfect for a Sunday brunch or movie date with your girls.