The journal
Field notes from the road.
Trail reports, photo essays, and the kind of inside tips usually trapped inside group chats.
The journal
Trail reports, photo essays, and the kind of inside tips usually trapped inside group chats.

The Philippines is Southeast Asia's best-kept island secret for Indian travellers — 7,000+ islands with staggering natural beauty, world-class diving, powder-white beaches, and some of the warmest, most hospitable people in Asia. El Nido's limestone lagoons and Boracay's legendary White Beach together make for an extraordinary group tour.

Field note
Planning a Southeast Asia group tour from India in 2026? Visa requirements are one of the most common concerns for Indian travellers. This comprehensive visa guide covers Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Bali (Indonesia), Vietnam, Cambodia, Philippines, and Myanmar — including visa-on-arrival, e-visa, and free visa countries for Indians.

Field note
Packing for an international group tour from India requires balancing what you need with what you can carry. This comprehensive packing guide covers clothing, documents, medications, gadgets, and destination-specific essentials for popular Indian group tour destinations including Southeast Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.