{"id":4822,"date":"2015-06-30T17:54:30","date_gmt":"2015-06-30T12:24:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/?p=4822"},"modified":"2021-06-05T17:35:42","modified_gmt":"2021-06-05T12:05:42","slug":"monsoon-travel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/india\/monsoon-travel.html","title":{"rendered":"Monsoon travel: Top 5 tips for your next break"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/rain-beach-travel-adventure.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4823 size-full\" title=\"rain-beach-monsoon-travel-adventure\" src=\"https:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/rain-beach-travel-adventure.jpg\" alt=\"monsoon travel\" width=\"920\" height=\"430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/rain-beach-travel-adventure.jpg 920w, https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/rain-beach-travel-adventure-300x140.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 920px) 100vw, 920px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Monsoon travel can be a magical experience if you&#8217;re looking to escape from the balmy humidity of city life during this season. And verdant greenery, freshly soaked in a shower of cold rain is a sight to behold. A cool misty breeze is the perfect companion for any vacation, but here are a few tips you need to know when making the best of this monsoon at a great destination.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/india\/monsoon-travel.html\/#Plan_out_how_much_rain_youre_willing_to_take\" >Plan out how much rain you&#8217;re willing to take<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/india\/monsoon-travel.html\/#Plan_your_dates_according_to_weather_conditions\" >Plan your dates according to weather conditions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/india\/monsoon-travel.html\/#Be_cautious_but_dont_be_overly_pessimistic\" >Be cautious, but don\u2019t be overly pessimistic<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/india\/monsoon-travel.html\/#A_note_about_flying_during_the_Monsoon\" >A note about flying during the Monsoon<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/india\/monsoon-travel.html\/#Packing_for_Monsoon_Travel\" >Packing for Monsoon Travel<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plan_out_how_much_rain_youre_willing_to_take\"><\/span><strong>Plan out how much rain you&#8217;re willing to take<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There&#8217;s a difference between a slight drizzle which lets you trek and walk around comfortably, and a pouring rain that will have you bundled up in the safety of your cottage or car. If you can catch a cold easily in this weather, maybe you&#8217;re better off being dry!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plan_your_dates_according_to_weather_conditions\"><\/span><strong>Plan your dates according to weather conditions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As any seasoned traveler knows, torrential rain can cause not off not only roads slippery with eroding mud from hills, but also landslides. This is why many destinations have a defined \u2018season\u2019, and &#8216;after-season&#8217; (when weather conditions make a destination less popular) keeping in mind rain or hail.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re going to a hill station right before the season closes, consider driving slowly, with enough stops and breaks to check for fuel and safe driving conditions. The same goes for the beach &#8211; a sudden change in tide, led by the onslaught of rain, can put some beaches off-limits. And even the beaches on classic rafting destinations like Rishikesh can suddenly go from cheerful to gloomy when clouds replace soft sunshine.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_cautious_but_dont_be_overly_pessimistic\"><\/span><strong>Be cautious, but don\u2019t be overly pessimistic<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>With all the aforementioned paragraphs on safety, don\u2019t be put off from venturing out in the monsoon! Just use some common sense (and a bit of Google search) to ensure you\u2019re safe. For example, while the drive up to your resort might need you to do a slow 40-60 kmph, you can zip a bit when you\u2019re nearing your resort. You\u2019re safest on main roads and highways.<\/p>\n<p>There can be minor delays due to the rain, but you can easily manage that by leaving a little bit earlier. It just means more time on the road, with loved ones, music, conversation and regular stops for tea to keep you going.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_note_about_flying_during_the_Monsoon\"><\/span><strong>A note about flying during the Monsoon<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Turbulence is a common feature of flying during the monsoon season, and can trigger a bit of fear in inexperienced flyers. However, sophisticated weather analysis by aviation authorities ensures that they only take off in safe conditions. If there&#8217;s news of delays, buy a book and wait it out until the next flight!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Packing_for_Monsoon_Travel\"><\/span><strong>Packing for Monsoon Travel<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Be-Conscious-Tips-To-Stay-Healthy-While-Traveling-In-Winters.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5194\" src=\"https:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Be-Conscious-Tips-To-Stay-Healthy-While-Traveling-In-Winters.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"445\" srcset=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Be-Conscious-Tips-To-Stay-Healthy-While-Traveling-In-Winters.jpg 800w, https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Be-Conscious-Tips-To-Stay-Healthy-While-Traveling-In-Winters-300x167.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Along with the obvious umbrella, you&#8217;ll need a raincoat or a waterproof jacket if you plan to hike in drizzle and the occasional small downpour. Ensure that you pack clothes which are easy to dry.<\/p>\n<p>For your safety, also pack a mosquito repellent, and silica gel packets and plastic packing for electronics to prevent them from getting wet. If you&#8217;re trekking a bit with supplies, pack your essentials in plastic sheets.<\/p>\n<p>Some great destinations to consider for Monsoon travel include <a href=\"https:\/\/goa-tourism.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Goa<\/a>, Udaipur, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/ranakpur\">Ranakpur<\/a>, Kumbhalgarh, Guwahati and more!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Monsoon travel can be a magical experience if you&#8217;re looking to escape from the balmy humidity of city life during this season. And verdant greenery, freshly soaked in a shower of cold rain is a sight to behold. 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