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Note: While we continue giving you ideas for traveling more, during these times - Stay home, stay safe and revisit these ideas to plan your next holiday! Welcome to the 9th episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Paripsa Pandya. Travellers around the world are consciously moving towards sustainable tourism. People want to visit places that are undisturbed by mankind and enjoy that place’s local habitat. More and more people are choosing ways to leave less carbon footprint during their travel. However, sustainable tourism is not just about preserving and protecting the environment. It is much more than that. It is a way of making a positive impact on the economy and society along with the environment. Find out more in this podcast adapted from the blog post (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/5-ways-sustainable-tourism-is-more-than-environmental-factors-alone/) written by Srujana on our official blog.  Also check out our comprehensive Long Weekend Calendar of 2020 (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/long-weekends-in-2020-the-holiday-calendar/) Our mobile app is now on Android and iOS! Download our mobile app (https://scoutmytrip.com/app) to get talking to experts immediately and get free destination advice, tips and tricks and ideas on how you can explore better in the limited time! A bit about our super epic trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated travel packages & experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better vacation! Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning vacations? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!

Welcome to the 8th episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Paripsa Pandya. While the economy keeps getting bigger, cities keep expanding, our travel times too keep increasing. Since our daily commute keeps getting longer, we spend a lot of energy driving to work daily. Hence, when it comes to travelling, we opt for convenience. This comes in the form of outstation taxis. Be it flying to a destination and travelling from there or going by road all the way, hiring an outstation taxi is a great decision. Since you don’t have to worry about driving the car (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/driving-tips-for-road-trip/) , you can focus your energy on relaxing and exploring. However, while the convenience is great, you must also try to get an outstation ride that is value for money. Listen to this podcast to know 5 ways to make the most of a road trip while travelling in an outstation taxi (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/5-ways-to-enjoy-a-road-trip-when-you-hire-an-outstation-taxi/) ! Check out our comprehensive Long Weekend Calendar of 2020 (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/long-weekends-in-2020-the-holiday-calendar/) Our mobile app is now on Android and iOS! Download our mobile app (https://scoutmytrip.com/app) to get talking to experts immediately and get free destination advice, tips and tricks and ideas on how you can explore better in the limited time! A bit about our super epic trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated travel packages & experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better vacation! Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning vacations? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!

Welcome to the 7th episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Paripsa. India is one of the most diverse countries in the world. While the cultural diversity is impeccable, the varied landscapes are truly mind-blowing. With high-altitude mountains, mesmerizing oceans and vibrant cities, India has so much to offer the travelers. Since it is so rich in heritage and natural beauty, it is one of the most popular countries for travelers. However, travelling to India which is the biggest democracy in the world comes with its own set of DO's and DON’Ts. Listen to this podcast by Paripsa to learn about a set of tips for travelers travelling to India for the first time. If you wish to read the blog post about this topic check out this link (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/tips-for-travellers-travelling-to-india-for-the-first-time/ ) Our mobile app is now on Android and iOS! Download our mobile app (https://scoutmytrip.com/app) to get talking to experts immediately and get free destination advice, tips and tricks and ideas on how you can explore better in the limited time! A bit about our super epic trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated travel packages & experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better vacation! Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning vacations? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!

Welcome to the 6th episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik. Hot water springs are a fascinating natural phenomenon that you should definitely include in your travel plans. We don’t see them prioritized very often in trip schedules, and when people come across some of them, they’re always pleasantly surprised. Indeed, there are quite a few hot springs in India, and many are mineral rich, therapeutic and rejuvenating. Often present in otherwise freezing locales, they provide a welcome respite from the cold, and many also have healing properties. How exactly are hot springs formed? Rain seeps into the ground to form underground pools. When this groundwater is heated by magma and the surrounding rocks, it rises up to the surface. This geothermally heated ground water forms a hot spring. There are many such hot springs in India, so let’s learn more! Famous Hot Springs in India That Are Worth a Visit Many hot springs around the country, are, luckily, the right temperature for soaking into a luxurious bath. However, do note that some hot springs may have very high temperatures and as such it is advisable to do your research and be careful while visiting hot springs. In this episode, we talk more about the following hot springs in India.  Tattapani, Himachal Pradesh Manikaran Sahib, Himachal Pradesh Panamik, Nubra Valley Kheer Ganga, Himachal Pradesh Read the original post about 4 Famous Hot Springs In India Which You Must Experience (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/4-famous-hot-springs-in-india-which-you-must-add-to-your-list/) Our mobile app is now on Android and iOS! Download our mobile app (https://scoutmytrip.com/app) to get talking to experts immediately and get free destination advice, tips and tricks and ideas on how you can explore better in the limited time!  A bit about our super epic trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated travel packages & experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better vacation! Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning vacations? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!

Welcome to the 5th episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik. Travelers have changed a lot over the years. It is no longer just about visiting places that are famous and well-known. They want to visit new and offbeat destinations while understanding their culture. There is only so much that Google can help you with researching about a particular place. If you wish to truly enjoy a holiday, you have to experience the local essence of your chosen destination and who can give you better information of the place than the local guides themselves. At Scout my Trip, we love our Scouts and the wonderful experiences they bring to our community of travelers. All our Scouts are virtual travel guides who help you plan your trip and bring a personal touch with their recommendations of things to do in a new place. Since they know their areas inside out, you get suggestions that are off the beaten path – things only locals would know. All those things make your overall experience so much better than trying to figure out where to go by checking online. So why do you need a Scout? A curated experience that blows your mind. Ideas, suggestions and advice that make your trip so much more memorable (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/7-road-trip-planning-must-haves/) . Unique plans based on your needs and wants and interests. A personalized trip created with you in mind. You get all this, and much more, when you plan a trip with a virtual travel guide. Let’s find out more about the benefits of hiring a Scout! Our mobile app is now on Android and iOS! Download our mobile app (https://scoutmytrip.com/app) to get talking to experts immediately and get free destination advice, tips and tricks and ideas on how you can explore better in the limited time! A bit about our super epic trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated travel packages & experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better vacation! Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning vacations? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!

Welcome to the 4th episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik. New Year has always been a time for fresh starts, resolutions and a chance to start a new story for yourself. If you like to travel, you could try to set some travel resolutions along with (or even instead of) your New Year resolutions. After all, travel gives you new experiences and a chance to discover more about the world and yourself. What could be a better set of resolutions than the ones related to travel? Let’s set some cool travel resolutions together for 2020! Travel Resolutions 2020 – Ways to Ring in the New Year Travel resolutions are honestly one of the most fun kinds of resolutions, because it combines enjoyment with life experiences, as well as connecting with our wonderful planet and all the other life on it. It’s about being a responsible traveler, who also knows how to have a great time. Check out our comprehensive Long Weekend Calendar of 2020 (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/long-weekends-in-2020-the-holiday-calendar/) Our mobile app is now on Android and iOS! Download our mobile app (https://scoutmytrip.com/app) to get talking to experts immediately and get free destination advice, tips and tricks and ideas on how you can explore better in the limited time! A bit about our super epic trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated travel packages & experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better vacation! Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning vacations? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!

Welcome to the 3rd episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik. Long weekends are a great way to include more travel in your life. By judiciously using office leaves in combination with government holidays, you can enjoy a lot of trips over the course of the year. There are long weekends in India in February as well as March, so you might just be able to include two trips if you plan well! Long weekends have a way of rejuvenating our mind, body and soul – come back feeling refreshed, and the vacation high and lovely memories will carry you through when work starts again. Places to Visit during February and March Long Weekends in India With long weekends, you can travel a bit further from your city of residence, as you have more time to spare and can afford to travel a slightly longer distance. To know more about long weekends in India, check out our 2020 Long Weekend Calendar (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/long-weekends-in-2020-the-holiday-calendar/) . In fact, you can use this calendar to plan out your trips in advance for great deals on hotels and travel. To read the detailed post to know about the places mentioned in the post head to the original post (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/long-weekends-in-india-february-and-march/) on our blog.   A bit about our super epic trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated travel packages & experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better vacation! Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning vacations? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free! Our mobile app is now on Android and iOS! Download our mobile app (https://scoutmytrip.com/app) to get talking to experts immediately and get free destination advice, tips and tricks and ideas on how you can explore better in the limited time! 

Welcome to the 2nd episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Vineet Rajan, the co-founder of ScoutMyTrip. In this episode, Vineet catches up with Sarath Shenoy - an avid rider (not just a biker); who left the comfort of a high paying IT job to follow his passion - traveling.  For someone who likes to push the machine to the limits - he has one simple rule. Ride till it breaks. In this interview with Sarath, Vineet catches up on Early inspirations How he makes money to fuel his rides His bikes and its very interesting names!  Mahindra Mojo vs Bajaj Dominar vs Jawa - not to be missed!  Some of his favorite riders including Navroz Contractor (https://instagram.com/navrozecontractor) , Harsh Manrai (https://instagram.com/harshmanrai?igshid=fo8nvqw5lseq) , Vir Nakai (https://instagram.com/virnakai?igshid=13hhg5ph0wkur) Words of advice for travelers  Some of his favorite rides  A quick fire round! How he feels he actually influences buyer decision making when it comes to the bikes he rides.  His recent Roof of the World Odyssey with Bajaj (on a Dominar) We tried closing the interview a couple of times, but it was too hard to let go of a breezy conversation like this. But all good do come to an end, at least for an interview but the ride still goes on! Follow Sarath on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sarath_shenoy/?hl=en) / Twitter (https://twitter.com/sarathshenoy?lang=en) / YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT76y0xj-rlASGXWjIY-QAA) / Blogspot (http://sarathshenoy.blogspot.com) A bit about ScoutMyTrip, and our epic planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better vacation! Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning vacations? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the 1st episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Vineet Rajan, the co-founder of ScoutMyTrip. In this episode, Vineet catches up with Abhishek Raina - the man behind the biker platform - Roaring Cycles. Over the course of discussion, they speak about biking, his inspiration, what it means to be a biker, Roaring Cycles and finally their first edition of the Online Rider Awards 2020. Abhishek is a passionate biker, a working professional, father, husband and loves telling stories. Having started Roaring Cycles in 2019 - he's telling rider stories. True to their tagline - "Your Stories. Told". Find out more about the Roaring Cycles: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/roaringcycles/) / Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/roaringcycles/) / Twitter (https://twitter.com/roaringcycles/) To participate in the Online Rider Awards, you can send your entries to rider.roaringcycles@gmail.com or reach out to them on social media. The Jury for Online Rider Awards are: Deepak Gupta @mountainmandg (https://www.instagram.com/mountainmandg/) Shilpa Balakrishnan @shilpa_b (https://www.instagram.com/shilp_b/) Nirmala Nath @wanderbug_in (https://www.instagram.com/wanderbug_in/) Balaji Suresh @bikepack_traveller (https://www.instagram.com/bikepack_traveller/) A bit about our super epic trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better vacation! Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning vacations? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the 11th episode and the final episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Vineet Rajan, the co-founder of ScoutMyTrip.  When we conceptualized the whole idea behind ScoutMyTrip, the only thing on our minds was to make travel a more enjoyable experience for everyone. But, as we delved further, we learned more from our customers as to what they were looking for – more than a mere navigation map. They seek information like offbeat locations, restaurants, hygienic restrooms, home stays and more. Well, with endless miles in our trip history and expertise of the same, we created a trip planner that solved the purpose. Today, we are (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) India’s first subscription-based travel planner where we offer curated experiences, Scout subscriptions (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and a personalized trip for each of our customers. Our planner is powered by Scouts who are travel experts spread across India, Nepal and Bhutan.  The year 2019 saw over 3000 travelers buy our subscription plans. A majority of the subscriptions came from Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi and Pune – which was close to 75%. Of the remaining – Hyderabad and Chennai were leading.  It has been an incredible year of travel, and we thought of doing a little recap for our story and also sharing insights on how people are traveling.  You can also read this on our blog: 2019 - The Year That Was (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/2019-the-year-that-was-scoutmytrip/) written by Sunaina Aiyappa. Complete list of long weekends in 2020 (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/long-weekends-in-2020-the-holiday-calendar/) A bit about our super epic trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better vacation! Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning vacations? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the 10th episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik. On 15th August 2019, the 73rd Independence Day of India, PM Narendra Modi talked about promoting domestic tourism while addressing the nation from Red Fort. He said, “I know people travel abroad for holidays but can we think of visiting at least 15 tourist destinations across India before 2022 when we mark 75 years of independence.” However, with the rise in the economy of these places through tourism, and with a growth in demand, their conditions are bound to get better in every aspect. And that will also result in more foreign tourists visiting India.  We have curated a bucket list of 15 tourist destinations across India that you can travel to before 2022! Tune in!  Check out the original blog post - 15 Off Beat Tourist Destinations In India That You Must Visit Before 2022 (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/15-tourist-destinations-across-india-before-2022/) written by Shalini Mimani   A bit about our super epic trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better vacation! Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning vacations? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the 9th episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik. Did you know that the ‘Heart of India’ is Madhya Pradesh? Why you ask? It is because, it is located in the central province or geographically in the heart of India.  It is the second-largest state of India (by area) and fifth largest by population. Given its longitudinal and latitudinal stretch, the state has many features that make it rich and resourceful. It has the country’s largest diamond and copper reserves and rich mineral resources. Some of the best temples and historical monuments of India are in MP. India’s major wildlife sanctuaries (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/5-famous-wildlife-sanctuaries-in-india/amp/) are also here and more than 30% of the state is covered in forests. Madhya Pradesh has the biggest wildlife in India. There are 10 national parks, 6 Tiger Reserves, and 25 wildlife sanctuaries. More than 20% of India’s tigers reside here. Hence, it is the Tiger State of India. Along with it being the national animal of India, the tiger is also the national animal of Bangladesh, Malaysia, and South Korea.  In India, there are about 50 Tiger Reserves, but nothing beats the majesty of Madhya Pradesh Wildlife. The six Tiger Reserves in the state are Kanha Tiger Reserve, Pench Tiger Reserve, Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, Panna Tiger Reserve, Satpura Tiger Reserve, and Sanjay-Dubri Tiger Reserve. Amongst the six, Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Pench, and Panna are the best reserves belonging to the Madhya Pradesh (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/offbeat-places-madhya-pradesh/amp/) Wildlife. Tune in to this episode to discover all the reasons to visit wildlife in Madhya Pradesh. And if we manage to convince you enough to attend it, check out all the options to book your spot to visit this country! Check out the original blog post - 6 Tiger Reserves in Madhya Pradesh That Are Open To Explore (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/6-tiger-reserves-in-madhya-pradesh/) written by Latika Shrivastava   A bit about our super epic trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better vacation! Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning vacations? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the 8th episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik. Sandwiched between China and India, Bhutan (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/top-10-tourist-spots-of-bhutan/) wasn’t unified until the 17th century. Four hundred years later, the country’s doors were open to tourists officially in 1974. Bhutan is also known as the “Land of the Thunder Dragon”. It is a tiny country deep within the mighty Himalayas. Bhutan is complete with stunning landscapes, legendary ancient temples and fortresses, colorful festivals, spicy yet delicious food, and mostly its authenticity. Since it is known for its amazing weather, every time is the best time to visit Bhutan. Bhutan is not an ordinary place. It is an amply modern country and at the same time, it’s also medieval with one foot rooted deeply in its past. It has made sure that even though it’s moving forward towards modernization, it won’t lose its soul. Bhutan (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/5-road-trip-overseas-from-india/) government emphasizes the preservation and promotion of culture and tradition, sustainable socio-economic development, and preservation and protection of the natural environment. The charms of this isolated Himalayan Kingdom are knitted strong within its cultural realms. Tune in to this episode to discover all the reasons to visit Bhutan. And if we manage to convince you enough to attend it, check out all the options to book your spot to visit this country! More details about booking Bhutan Trip: Bhutan Tour Packages (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/bhutan-blueprint/121) Check out the original blog post - 10 Reasons Why Bhutan Should Be Your Next Travel Destination (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/best-time-to-visit-bhutan/) written by Shalini Mimani    A bit about our super epic trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better vacation! Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning vacations? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the 7th episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik. The "Hornbill Festival" finds its name after the colorful and large forest bird, the “Indian hornbill’. The bird is a symbol of ‘respect’ and ‘folklore’ for residents of Nagaland. Nagaland is also known as the ‘Land of Festivals (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/top-12-festivals-in-the-month-of-january/) ’ and hence, the Hornbill festival was initiated by the State Tourism of Arts and Cultural Department, to promote their cultural heritage and showcase their tribal culture. Nagaland (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/nagaland-road-trip/) is one of the ‘seven sisters’ of North-east India (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/7-places-in-north-india-road-trip/) , which is home to 16 different tribes. The festival, not only celebrates their culture but also diminishes the generation gap. It helps in bonding the different tribes of the state. The festivities begin in the first week of December every year. Celebrations begin in Kisama Heritage Village which is almost 12 km away from Kohima. Tune in to this episode to discover all the reasons to attend the Hornbill Festival in Nagaland. And if we manage to convince you enough to attend it, check out all the options to book your spot to attend this extravaganza. More details about booking your Hornbill experience: Hornbill Festival Bookings (http://hornbill.scoutmytrip.com) Check out the original blog post - 7 Reasons To Attend the Hornbill Festival of Nagaland (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/7-reasons-to-attend-the-hornbill-festival/) written by Shalini Mimani    A bit about our super epic trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better vacation! Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning vacations? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the 6th episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Sunaina Aiyappa.  From being the "Warrior with Ranks" to now being the "Woman on Wheels", Itisha has always been a patriot first! An Ex IAF officer, who climbed up the corporate ladder after her short service, has no looking back now! Mrs. Itisha Madhav has a passion for riding bikes and traveling where her work takes her or with the mere curiosity to explore.  What makes her journey special is the immense love and respect she has for our brave men! Having said that, it is really inspiring to see Women of today living their dreams and traveling across the country to fulfill their passion! We talk to her in a breezy conversation we go in depth to know more about her road trips, how her dad became her inspiration, learn more about how being a 'greedy traveler' is really a good thing and finally a quick fire round!   A bit about our super epic trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better vacation! Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning vacations? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the 5th episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Vineet Rajan.  Meenakshi Sai knew that if she wanted to see places and enjoy travelling, she would need to get it done her way! From doing road trips within the country to going overseas, she managed to strike each of them off her list. Each time, she did it with even more zest and confidence than the previous road trip. We talk to her in a breezy conversation we go in depth to know more about her recent XPD Beyond Asia which covered India, Nepal, Tibet, China and Russia. We also speak about her other trips, how solo travel has treated her thus far, her support for fighting cervical cancer, Goldfish Trails and what she does for a living. Peppered through the conversation, there are hard to miss anecdotes and life lessons for every traveler worth their salt.  To know more about Meenakshi, do check the earlier interview (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/meenakshi-sai-on-upcoming-trips/) by Sunaina Aiyappa of her on our blog. You can also find out more about Meenakshi by following her on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/goldfis/) . About the Goldfish Trails & supporting the fight against cervical cancer During the podcast we spoke about Goldfish Trails, which is the social initiative to raise funds for the awareness of cervical cancer. Goldfish Trails under the RR Trust goes a long way in helping girls and women alike fight this deadly cancer. Do support them by checking out Goldfish Trails (http://goldfishtrails.com) . You can also follow the Goldfish Trails on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/goldfishtrails) About Lakeside Guest House The guest house Meenakshi runs now is one of the most scenic places to spend some quiet time in South India. Rated very highly on TripAdvisor (https://www.tripadvisor.in/Hotel_Review-g1023973-d1379061-Reviews-Lakeside_Guest_House-Dindigul_Dindigul_District_Tamil_Nadu.html) ; it offers everything a discerning traveler would expect.  A bit about our super epic trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the 4th episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.  The top wildlife sanctuaries in India have a magnificent appeal which is a major tourist attraction. The diverse and rich wildlife is worth exploring. Watching the wild animals at their natural habitats is a thrilling experience for tourists, adventure freaks and nature lovers. Different wildlife sanctuaries have conserved wildlife successfully. These wildlife sanctuaries are spectacular to witness the beauty of dense forests as well as the flora and fauna. To experience the exquisite wildlife in India, this podcast takes you on an audio journey to the best places to travel and what they offer in many unique ways. Read the original Blog post about the famous wildlife sanctuaries in India (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/5-famous-wildlife-sanctuaries-in-india/) .  A bit about our super epic road trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the 3rd episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.   A road trip is just not about arriving at the destination. Neither just about having a good time on four wheels. It is an opportunity to break free from your mundane routine. It is a chance to explore the unexplored. Those carefree days speeding on highways or dirt roads clear your head. Driving has a therapeutic effect and gives you that chance to introspect. Sometimes a road trip may not even end as you had planned. But if you can reflect back on those memories with a smile on your face and a silent tear in your eye, then it was all worth it. If nothing else, a road trip most definitely teaches you some life lessons that no form of formal education will ever teach you. In this episode Myra talks about 7 life lessons only road trips can teach you. Original Blog post about road trip life lessons (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/7-amazing-life-lessons-only-road-trips-can-teach-you/) was written by Shalini Mimani on our blog. A bit about our super epic road trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the 2nd episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik. In this episode Myra talks about 5 essential things to know before a road trip Nagaland. Nagaland is a state in Northeast India, bordering Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Myanmar, and Manipur. It is one of the smallest states in India with an area but has a great variety of flora and fauna and deep and rich heritage. If you’re planning to travel to Nagaland (and you should!), it’ll be nice to remember these cool facts before you go. It’s such a wonderful place that knowing a bit more than every other tourist will add another level of enjoyment to your road trip. Original Blog post about a Nagaland Road Trip (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/nagaland-road-trip/) also written by the host Myra Naik. A bit about our super epic road trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . You can also simply pick a curated road trip package (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the 1st episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.  In this episode Myra talks about the packing essentials for any road trip. While this list may sound very exhaustive, please keep in mind that this is considering longer road trips as well. While for short ones which could be for a weekend, you could skip on a few items - we would still advise having some basic items in your car always.  Lists are a lifesaver whenever you are planning a trip, be it things to pack, attractions to check out or local specialties to try out. So we got our heads together to come up with an extensive road trip packing list for you. What you pack depends on the destination, time of the year and number of days you are traveling amongst other things. When you are packing for a road trip though, there are certain essential things you should remember to pack to make your time on the road fun and comfortable. So here we go with the road trip packing list essentials by ScoutMyTrip.. in the voice of Myra. Road Trip Packing List Essentials Medical Kit Car Emergency Kit Multi-port USB car charger and USB cables Wet wipes / Hand Sanitizers / Liquid soap Water Snacks Plastic bags that seal / Shower cap Disposable glasses, spoons & plates Sunscreen / Moisturizer Torch Towels, pillows, bed sheets Specs/contact lens Music Playlist Reading Material or a Kindle Pen, Pencil and Notepad Maps and Directions (Preferably offline) Loose change and cash Miscellaneous box Original article (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/road-trip-packing-list/) written by Aparajita Mitra published on the ScoutMyTrip Blog Links from the podcast Find Toilets on Indian Highways (https://scoutmytrip.com/trip-planner/) Road trip food to keep you going (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/road-trip-food-to-keep-you-going/) Hindi Road Trip Songs (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/hindi-road-trip-songs/) Rock songs for a road trip ( https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/road-trip-songs-rock-volume-1/) (Volume 1)  A bit about our super epic road trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services (https://scoutmytrip.com/road-trip-planning) or simply pick a curated road trip package (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the 12th and the final episode of Season 1 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.  In this episode Myra talks about one of the niftiest innovations in the technology space to hit Indian Highways - The FASTag!  Haven’t you been seeing the FASTag mentioned on the news pretty often? In fact, it was recently declared that the FASTag will be made mandatory in a few months for all vehicles. So what exactly are the uses of a FASTag and why should you get it? The FASTag (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/uses-of-a-fastag) is essentially a reloadable tag that allows you to pass through toll plazas without having to stop to pay the toll charges by cash. The FASTag allows automatic deduction of the applicable toll charge from a linked prepaid account. The tag works on RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology. Once the tag is activated, it is attached to the windscreen of the vehicle. From thereon, you can go through toll plazas without having to stop, and the charges will be deducted automatically. It is currently functional at 420+ toll plazas across the country. You can read more in the original blog post (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/uses-of-a-fastag) published on the ScoutMyTrip blog A bit about our super epic road trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services (https://scoutmytrip.com/road-trip-planning) or simply pick a curated road trip package (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free! 

Welcome to the 11th episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.  In this episode Myra talks about one of most important pilgrimages for a devotee of Lord Ganesh - The Ashtavinayak Yatra. The blog post written by Vineet, co-founder of ScoutMyTrip has been relived through Myra's voice in first person.  Ganesh Chaturthi is just around the corner and everyone is gearing up for the festivities. For ten days, the streets of Maharashtra will resemble a carnival, with local stages, music, dance and celebrations of all kinds. I have never seen Mumbai more vibrant than it is during the 10 days of Ganpati festival.  In this podcast Myra talks about:  The ideal duration and why it should not be done in 2 days  The ideal route for Ashtavinayak Yatra  Must do things on the Ashtavinayak Yatra Recommended places for stay during the Ashtavinayak Yatra Links mentioned on the podcast Curated route map and guide for Ashtavinayak Yatra (https://scoutmytrip.com/1237/going-aageseright-on-the-ashtavinayak-yatra) .  Original blog post (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/ashtavinayak-yatra/) Long Weekend Calendar of 2019 (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/2019-long-weekends-calendar/) If you wish to join the Ashtavinayak Yatra with Vineet, head straight to The Road Trips Co and register for the drive (https://scoutmytrip.com/booking/392/the-ashtavinayak-yatra-expedition-by-rtcmumbai-23-25-aug) from 23rd to 25th of August which he is personally leading. He will be joined along with his wife who has done this pilgrimage an equal number of times. A bit about our super epic road trip planner. ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services (https://scoutmytrip.com/road-trip-planning) or simply pick a curated road trip package (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the 10th episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik. In this episode Myra talks about packing for a safe and comfortable road trip to Ladakh - The land of high passes! Ladakh, the place needs no introduction.  Some call it  ‘a paradise’ while some call it ‘heaven on earth’. Well, according to some it is the only place which gives you mental peace and tranquility. Whatever the reason, if a trip (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/road-trip-movies/) to Ladakh is in your list of places to travel, then be sure to tick it off your checklist sooner than later. But what’s life without some adventures, eh? But, yes let us all try and stay safe with this 11 point packing checklist when curated specially for you when you visit Ladakh (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/epic-ladakh-trip/) . The last and final point, we would like to add for anyone going to Ladakh is to have a rock solid road trip plan which gives you information about important things like petrol pumps amongst other important markers. For this ScoutMyTrip allows one to hire a travel expert (https://scoutmytrip.com/road-trip-planning) or Scout who plans an entire itinerary and provides virtual travel assistance while you are on a road trip.  If there's something else you would want us to also cover, do give us a shout out on social media or wherever you subscribe to podcasts. A bit about our super epic road trip planner. ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services (https://scoutmytrip.com/road-trip-planning) or simply pick a curated road trip package (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!   Check out the original blog post :   11 Point Ladakh Packing Checklist: Your Ultimate Packing Guide (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/11-point-ladakh-packing-checklist/ ) by Shalini Mimani

Welcome to the ninth episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik. In this episode we will talk about how we spend countless hours planning a road trip; we seldom spend time in prepping the vehicle to perform to it’s fullest on the highway. To make this simpler, we’ve put together a list of 20 must do items for a complete car checklist before a road trip. There even a bonus point which we would advise you to take with a pinch of salt!  We spoke to 7 automotive and travel experts on what they recommend as the ideal and foolproof car checklist, and we promise you that this is all you will ever need! Summarizing all the points discussed in the podcast. I would advise you to listen to the podcast to know about each of these in detail.  Get the right oil for the trip Check your battery date Top up fluids Change your air filters Cabin Air Filters Check your tires Put together an emergency kit. Consider Road Side Assistance Clean your car Keep Paper maps Fill the tank! Get it serviced professionally Check the spare tyre / stepney Vehicle Documents Review the route Do a quick tyre test Component Check 101 Change or top up the Oil Radiator coolant Lights Bonus check – or NOT A word about the bonus: Please take it with a pinch of salt, and remember you need to be extra careful with something you do not own! Rest, do hear Myra out on the podcast If there's something else you would want me to also cover, do give us a shout out on social media or wherever you subscribe to podcasts. Important links for further reading:  The original blog: Ultimate Car Checklist Before a Road Trip (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/the-ultimate-car-checklist/) The cheat sheet (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/scoutmytrip-cheat-sheet/) for using the award winning road trip planner by ScoutMyTrip.  While this is an older post - please check the latest and up to date video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) for the road trip planner. A bit about our super epic road trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (https://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials. (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services (https://scoutmytrip.com/road-trip-planning) or simply pick a curated road trip package (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the eighth episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik. In this episode Myra talks about road tripping for senior citizens and what one specially needs to keep in mind. Senior citizens travel too, maybe not as much as youngsters but they would definitely want to! Many retirees have travel on the top of their bucket list (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/travel-quotes-motivate/) . They have worked hard, provided for their family, and now after their retirement, they want to see the beauty that the world has to offer. Truly their golden years if you ask us! If you are planning to travel with senior citizens or set them up with a travel group for seniors who road trip, this is a podcast you must listen to! Check out the original blog post : 6 Tips For Senior Citizens to Enjoy The Ultimate Road Trip! (https://scoutmytrip.com/blog/senior-citizens-road-tripping/) The last and final point, we would like to add for senior citizens is to have the safety of all the information in advance. For this ScoutMyTrip allows one to hire a Scout who plans an entire itinerary and provides virtual travel assistance while you are on a road trip.  If there's something else you would want us to also cover, do give us a shout out on social media or wherever you subscribe to podcasts. A bit about our super epic road trip planner. ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services (https://scoutmytrip.com/road-trip-planning) or simply pick a curated road trip package (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the seventh episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this season is the co-founder - Vineet Rajan. In this episode we talk to the dynamic duo of Nidhi Salgame and Col. Satinder Malik who are wandering beyond all boundaries. Wander Beyond Boundaries was co-founded by Nidhi Salgame Tiwari (the 1st woman to drive a trans-continental distance from Delhi to London and the 1st Indian to drive to the Pole of Cold in north-eastern Siberia) and Col. S Malik, SM, Retd. (an ex. Army man having served for 24 years with many years of experience in extreme terrain driving in Kashmir, Sikkim, Congo and beyond). WBB is a coming together of many years of being outdoor, of adventure, driving and expedition experience. In this interview, Vineet finds out more about  How it all started About Nidhi and Col. Satty  What makes WBB so different  Their upcoming expedition to the Pole of Cold - The Edge of the World What it takes to do one of these expeditions  You can also watch the video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PV3SdIUuqbQ) which showcases more about this drive. The Pole of Cold has four self drive cars; and you can book a slot for yourself by checking out the booking page on ScoutMyTrip (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/pole-of-cold/102) . If there's something else you would want us to also cover, do give us a shout out on social media or wherever you subscribe to podcasts. A bit about our super epic road trip planner.  ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services (https://scoutmytrip.com/road-trip-planning) or simply pick a curated road trip package (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy!

Welcome to the sixth episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this season is the co-founder - Vineet Rajan. We are back from the season break and in this episode we talk to one of the most popular and revered riders in the biking fraternity - Dilip Sawant aka Kaka. Having ridden over a lac kilometers on his Royal Enfield christened 'Red Hawk'; Kaka has been there and done it all. After having mentored so many riders over the years, he continues to inspire and guide thousands. Kaka is a great chef, rider to the core, a farmer and guru for many. In this hour long podcast, we talk about How it all started His inspiration How he has seen the biking culture evolve His favorite rides and bikers What he has learned over the years How life has changed after becoming a farmer As we take a break from the usual, Deepak Ananth who co-founded ScoutMyTrip also joins us in this hour long podcast which will only make you want more and meet Kaka in person. This was recorded in the studio we set up at Kaka's farm near Vita which is also listed on ScoutMyTrip - Stay amidst sugarcane farms in Maharashtra (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/stay-amidst-sugarcane-farms/43) If there's something else you would want us to also cover, do give us a shout out on social media or wherever you subscribe to podcasts. A bit about our super epic road trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services (https://scoutmytrip.com/road-trip-planning) or simply pick a curated road trip package (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the fifth episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this season is the co-founder - Vineet Rajan.  In this episode we will talk about driving more safely and effectively on Indian highways. The reason why we felt this episode is important is because of too many variables like not just average roads, but even people, cattle and just plain bad driving.  Summarizing all the points discussed in the podcast. I would advise you to listen to the podcast to know about each of these in detail.   Timings  Lanes  Using indicators  Sleeping and rest  Of dusk and dawn  Speed limits  Wrong side traffic / road cutters  Unmarked speed breakers  Using engine braking  Tunnels   Animals and people on the road  Using rear view mirrors  Stopping vehicles  Road rage and racing I am sure, you would feel I have missed out on many points. In fact, I have indeed miss out on lots. This episode is primarily for highway driving - national, state and village roads.  The subsequent episodes will cover the following: 1. Driving on mountain roads  2. Road trip vehicle check list  3. Road trip packing check list  4. Driving in the monsoons  5. Handling breakdowns on a road trip  6. Safe night driving If there's something else you would want me to also cover, do give us a shout out on social media or wherever you subscribe to podcasts. A bit about our super epic road trip planner ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (https://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials. (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services (https://scoutmytrip.com/road-trip-planning) or simply pick a curated road trip package (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the fourth episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this season is the co-founder - Vineet Rajan. In this episode we will talk about using mapping technologies like Google Maps and ScoutMyTrip for making navigation on a road trip easier and less trouble free. In this episode we talk about: Issues faced when navigating using Google Maps or other mapping technologies. Solutions to the issues faced I had mentioned that I would be adding show notes for a couple of tricks with Google Maps. These are described below. Instructions for downloading regions on Google Maps  Select the menu on the top left corner (Three lines)  Click on "Select your own map"  Pinch / Zoom to select the appropriate region and click on 'Download' For saving route on the home screen (Google Maps) Keep the route open on the screen (Don't enter navigation screen) Click on the three dots on the top right corner Select 'Add route to Home Screen' I have mentioned that Google Maps allow 8 points on a single map, this is excluding the start and end points. So considering that, it would be 10. ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (http://scoutmytrip.com/) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services (https://scoutmytrip.com/road-trip-planning) or simply pick a curated road trip package (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the third episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this season is the co-founder - Vineet Rajan. In this episode we will go into convoy driving techniques from experience. This is more suited for car convoys compared to biking ones which we will talk about in another episode. The episode is split into three parts Preparing for the convoy drive and briefing before the drive  Convoy Driving Techniques Stopping techniques so everyone is always together If you would want to read about this you can also check out our community forum post about convoy driving techniques (https://scoutmytrip.com/community/general-f27/convoy-driving-tips-how-to-drive-in-a-group-ride-t217.html) by Neeraj Sinha. We have spoken about tailgating in the podcast, where I have mentioned the 3 second rule. I learned from my friend Shakti Sarangi and you can also read up more about this here (http://www.driversedguru.com/driving-articles/drivers-ed-extras/the-3-second-following-distance-rule/) . I have mentioned about creating route maps for the drive, where in ScoutMyTrip allows 25 points on a single map compared to 10 that Google offers. To start doing that you'll need to head to the road trip planner (https://scoutmytrip.com) and simply enter and start and end locations. There is more you can do on the planner, and I would request you to check out our video tutorials (https://scoutmytrip.com/mark-and-embark) . If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services (https://scoutmytrip.com/road-trip-planning) or simply pick a curated road trip package (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/list) that you and your friends can enjoy! If you want to enjoy the thrill of convoy driving head over to the Road Trippers Club (https://www.roadtrippersclub.com/) About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!   Picture credit: Vijay Tiwari of RTCNasik

Welcome to the second episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this season is the co-founder - Vineet Rajan. This episode looks at the recommended itinerary for Ladakh which is longish and 19 days in all starting from Delhi and ending there. With the in-house expertise of Neeraj Sinha (Yayawar) we've made this route which includes places which are off most the road trip maps of Ladakh. You can look at reducing this to 12 odd days by removing some of the places. *Links mentioned on the podcast for further reading. * List of all places in order. For complete itinerary check the route map that is shared further below.  Delhi Jammu Srinagar Kargil (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kargil) Dah and Hanu Villages (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dah_Hanu) Lamayuru (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lamayuru_Monastery) Leh Turtuk (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turtuk) Hunder (Nubra Valley) Panamik Spangmik (Pangong Tso) Hanle Karzok Sarchu Keylong / Jispa Manali Delhi List of all passes in Ladakh (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_mountain_passes#India) (Wikipedia). Please sort this by state and you will get all of it. Some recommended hotels Sonamarg: Hotel Tranquil Retreat Kargil: Hotel Zozila Residency Leh: Hotel Grand Dragon Manali: Hotel Orchid Greens Getting Inner Line Permits before your Ladakh Trip requires you to send across your documents to a verified travel agent in Leh who does the paper work for you. This is usually more expensive but can save you an hour or so and highly advisable if you are heading to Karzok first instead of Leh. The ScoutMyTrip help you with your ILPs, so hit us up anywhere online and we'll have you going! Since we have mentioned the route map a few times for Ladakh, here you go! Route Map for Ladakh (https://scoutmytrip.com/ideal-ladakh-itinerary-ex-delhi-in-19-days/detail/279) planned on ScoutMyTrip. The map can be customized and saved to your profile. So feel free to reduce or increase the duration using our DIY road trip planner which is free to use. The discussion on Ladakh itineraries is endless and there is no way to say which one is the best. This is what we would recommend; but there could always be another thought to this. But the one thing we would NEVER recommend would be fly to Leh and start running around without acclimatization - that is a recipe for disaster. Stay away from all the 5-6 day itineraries which tour operators will be selling. If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services (https://scoutmytrip.com/road-trip-planning) . You could also just pick our curated road trip package for Ladakh (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/ladakh-on-wheels/6) off the shelf. About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!  

Welcome to the first episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this season is the co-founder - Vineet Rajan. Links mentioned on the podcast for further reading Rann of Kutch (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rann_of_Kutch) - More about the plan you're road tripping to! History of Kutch (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Kutch) Indus River Floods (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Rann_of_Kutch#Indus_River_floods) - How the salt plains were formed Lakhpat (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lakhpat) - The Ghost Town Narayan Sarovar / Koteshwar (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narayan_Sarovar) Stay options to consider in the Rann of Kutch Ahmedabad: Budget options like Treebo Hotels Little Rann of Kutch: Safari Camp (http://www.theroyalsafaricamp.com/) Dholavira: Tourism Resort (http://www.dholaviratourismresort.com/the-resort) Dhordo: Rajwadi Resort (http://resortrannrajwadi.com/index.html) Lakhpat - The Gurudwara Narayan Sarovar - Bhakt Niwas Mandvi - Vijay Vilas Resort (http://www.vijayvilasheritageresort.com/index.html) Bhuj - Many budget options available Since we have mentioned the route map a few times for the Rann of Kutch, here you go! Route Map for the Rann of Kutch (https://scoutmytrip.com/the-ideal-road-trip-itinerary-for-the-rann-of-kutch-starting-from-ahmedabad/detail/276) planned on ScoutMyTrip. The map can be customized and saved to your profile. So feel free to reduce or increase the duration using our DIY road trip planner which is free to use. If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services (https://scoutmytrip.com/road-trip-planning) . You could also just pick our curated road trip package for the Rann of Kutch (https://scoutmytrip.com/package/rann-utsav-and-beyond/3) off the shelf. About how travel experts can help you on a better road trip Did you Indians spent over 900 million hours last year planning road trips? And even after spending so much time planning, they are still caught with uncertainties that come with travel - how are the roads, where are the good restaurants, will my family be comfortable and so on. So why not leave the planning to the experts; and travel worry free. All you need to do is Hire a Scout who does all this for you, and provides online virtual trip assistance while you are traveling. Sounds like a good idea? Sure is, because it's the hottest innovation in the travel industry; and travelers love it! It's time to Hire a Scout (https://scoutmytrip.com/hire-a-scout) and travel worry free!