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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, 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! Check out our comprehensive Long Weekend Calendar of 2020Our mobile app is now on Android and iOS!Download our mobile 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 plannerScoutMyTrip 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 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.You can also simply pick a curated travel packages & experiences 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 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 VisitMany 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 Our mobile app is now on Android and iOS!Download our mobile 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 plannerScoutMyTrip 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 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.You can also simply pick a curated travel packages & experiences 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 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 YearTravel 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 2020Our mobile app is now on Android and iOS!Download our mobile 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 plannerScoutMyTrip 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 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.You can also simply pick a curated travel packages & experiences 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 and travel worry free!

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, Harsh Manrai, Vir Nakai 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 / Twitter / YouTube / Blogspot 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 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.You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences 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 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 areIndia’s first subscription-based travel planner where we offer curated experiences, Scout subscriptions 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 written by Sunaina Aiyappa. Complete list of long weekends in 2020A bit about our super epic trip plannerScoutMyTrip 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 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.You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences 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 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 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 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 written by Latika Shrivastava A bit about our super epic trip plannerScoutMyTrip 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 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.You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences 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 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’ 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 is one of the ‘seven sisters’ of North-east India, 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 Check out the original blog post - 7 Reasons To Attend the Hornbill Festival of Nagaland written by Shalini Mimani A bit about our super epic trip plannerScoutMyTrip 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 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.You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences 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 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 by Sunaina Aiyappa of her on our blog. You can also find out more about Meenakshi by following her on Instagram. About the Goldfish Trails & supporting the fight against cervical cancerDuring 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. You can also follow the Goldfish Trails on InstagramAbout Lakeside Guest HouseThe 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; it offers everything a discerning traveler would expect. A bit about our super epic trip plannerScoutMyTrip 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 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.You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road tripDid 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 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 was written by Shalini Mimani on our blog. A bit about our super epic road trip plannerScoutMyTrip 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 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.You can also simply pick a curated road trip experiences that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road tripDid 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 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 written by Aparajita Mitra published on the ScoutMyTrip Blog Links from the podcast Find Toilets on Indian Highways Road trip food to keep you going Hindi Road Trip Songs Rock songs for a road trip (Volume 1) A bit about our super epic road trip plannerScoutMyTrip 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 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.If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services or simply pick a curated road trip package that you and your friends can enjoy! About how travel experts can help you on a better road tripDid 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 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. Original blog post Long Weekend Calendar of 2019 If you wish to join the Ashtavinayak Yatra with Vineet, head straight to The Road Trips Co and register for the drive 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 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.If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services or simply pick a curated road trip package that you and your friends can enjoy!About how travel experts can help you on a better road tripDid 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 and travel worry free!

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 podcastIf 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 The 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 for the road trip planner. A bit about our super epic road trip plannerScoutMyTrip 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 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.If you would want us to plan the trip for you, check out our pricing for road trip planning services or simply pick a curated road trip package that you and your friends can enjoy!About how travel experts can help you on a better road tripDid 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 and travel worry free!