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As soon as I entered my room in Hofsas House, I stepped out into the balcony even before switching the lights on. A beautiful night, solemn silence and thousands of sparkling stars above greeted me. It was a string of joyful moments that filled life with aliveness; without rush and without engines. I loved how my weekend trip to the beautiful small city of Carmel on the Pacific coast of California had begun.

I often think that the night is more alive and more richly colored than the day. ~ Vincent van Gogh

The story of Diamond in Amsterdam Diamond Museum – A photo essay!

By Chirasree Banerjee

On September 11, 2018

In Netherlands

The Amsterdam Diamond Museum has a travel story to tell. About a journey which began three billion years ago, 200 km under the surface of the earth, and which ends in the ring on your finger or in the pendant on your necklace. The hero of this story is the diamond, the hardest material in the world, loveliest of all gemstones. Bon Voyage!

My journey to this fascinating museum began with those beautiful words that I read at the entrance of the Amsterdam Diamond Museum. More than diamond I have always loved the story of its becoming!

My moments with General Sherman – The largest tree on earth!

By Chirasree Banerjee

On September 7, 2018

In United States

My moments with General Sherman, the largest tree on earth is invaluable. I sat on one of the benches that surround this giant sequoia tree in the Giant Forest of Sequoia National Park in California and looked at it for some time. Strong, enduring and imperturbable, I whispered to myself while looking at it. Slowly my eyes followed the trunk of General Sherman upwards and ended up seeing a beautiful blue sky.

Me to General Sherman –

I am not as lucky as you. I don’t get to live under the open sky and under the sparkling stars at night. ~ Chirasree Banerjee

The safest destinations to visit when travelling for the first time!

By Chirasree Banerjee

On July 30, 2018

In Destinations

Wondering where to travel this year? With the world at your doorstep, it can be tricky to pick a destination. For some inspiration that’ll give you serious wanderlust, we’ve picked five of the safest destinations to consider, without having to compromise on fun, sun or natural beauty.

Check them out, and add your favourites to your must-visit list.

JD House – A beautiful boutique hotel in blooming Mendocino!

By Chirasree Banerjee

On July 14, 2018

In North America, United States

It all started with a call. A simple and short phone call. The story goes like this;

I quickly dialed the number to convey and confirm that we will reach JD house very late at night the next day. I got a warm reply from the other side – “Thank you for letting us know. You will get the keys as instructed in the email. But please be careful while driving at night”. I loved the care in her voice. I said, “I will, thank you”. The next day, we reached JD House at midnight. I called a number given to me. I again heard the same caring voice. She instructed me in detail and we went in.

Death Valley National Park – A water-less wonder!

By Chirasree Banerjee

On July 7, 2018

In North America, United States

After seeing the Death Valley National Park, I named it a water-less wonder. The vast golden landscape is interesting not only to a geologist but has an appeal to a photographer, and an artist. A good photographer can perhaps capture the beautiful and brutal, dry and dangerous, hot and harsh landscape along with small remnants of life. An artist can reveal the presence of a strange silence in Death Valley like no one else. You and I are mere spectators of this vast wonder named Death Valley.

Little River Inn – An inspiring gem on the Northern California coast!

By Chirasree Banerjee

On June 11, 2018

In North America, United States

If you want to take some time off from the hurried pace of your daily life then Little River Inn on the Pacific coast in Mendocino County is a perfect choice. I recently visited the beautiful Pacific coast in northern California and stayed at the Little River Inn which I found to be an inspiring gem. The beautiful surrounding instills peace with a seeping certainty. The warm welcome that I received even at night around 11:15 pm, made me comfortable instantly. The gracious, good-hearted and gentle people in this beautiful hotel made my stay an unforgettable one.

Bryce Canyon National Park – a masterpiece of nature!

By Chirasree Banerjee

On May 23, 2018

In Nature, United States

Some hundreds of years ago there lived a man in the rugged landscape of Utah – a place where survival for an extended period of time was difficult. He was an ordinary man who built a home for his family, a canal for his crops and his cows and a road to collect wood. He used to collect woods to keep them warm during the dark hours of the winter night. One day, he could not find his cow and went to search her. After a while, he not only found his cow but something ethereal. He was not prepared to see what he saw! Ebenezer Bryce unknowingly discovered today’s Bryce Canyon National Park that attracts thousands of tourists throughout the year.

Celebrating Experiences

My happy and hearty moments at Hofsas House in Carmel, California!

The story of Diamond in Amsterdam Diamond Museum – A photo essay!

My moments with General Sherman – The largest tree on earth!

The safest destinations to visit when travelling for the first time!

JD House – A beautiful boutique hotel in blooming Mendocino!

Death Valley National Park – A water-less wonder!

Little River Inn – An inspiring gem on the Northern California coast!

Bryce Canyon National Park – a masterpiece of nature!

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