Logging after a gap of a month, though there were 2 trips that happened in the month of April, but nothing worth mentioning. I have a big group of people who love to discuss and plan trips, but that is just limited to discussion and planning, not everyone is keen to join. Mostly not likeminded, even in the family I have different taste for travel than others, where I love going places away from hustle while others love to go places which is a different concrete jungle or bustling with people. I did ask everyone about this trip as well, but as expected, the answer was the usual one, that they are busy this time or have so and so commitments but they will plan again soon.
Working from home gives an advantage that I just need a good internet connection and can work from anywhere. though I was doubtful as mountains often do not have good internet connectivity, especially in the area where I was thinking to go (Chakrata, Uttarakhand), to my surprise I have noticed many telephone towers on the way.
It was cold but I have managed with the clothing which I have carried with me. I think the monsoon will be a better time to visit there. Compare to Delhi NCR it is greener but still, the lush green I was expecting was not there yet. The good part about the Chakrata trip was that I just need to drive approx 60 KMs on mountains and the rest of the 565 KMs were on plains. Road conditions were great, also notices that roads on the mountains were made safer by putting fencing on the ridge side.
The air is fresh and I was able to wake up at 5:30 AM without any effort, utilized the morning time, and spend a couple of hours walking in nature before starting my regular daily office work. Took a few pics as well, and posting them here –



Though kids were excited after seeing photos that I was sharing with them, I am sure they will get bored in a place where there is no market and other kids’ company. But I truly enjoyed the stay and felt rejuvenated. Looking forward to another solo trip in the months of July and August when the beauty of the Himalayas is at its peak.