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Love adventure sports? Follow these tips to stay safe when you give in to fun

April 20, 2018 Loknath Das

Adventure sports are unique in their adrenaline-inducing capabilities, owing to the thrill and ‘risque’ factor involved. However, a sports lover must venture into such extreme activities after being educated into the art of taking a ‘calculated risk, say experts. Niharika Nigam, business development director at Jumpin Heights, lists some precautionary measures that need to be kept in mind: * Research on your destination and associated safety measures: The success and failure of this industry comes down to one primary aspect and that is safety. One should do some primary research…

This Instagram account is redefining travel goals for couples who love adventure

August 6, 2017 Loknath Das

Wallpaper-esque photos, stunning landscapes, and a couple in love… That’s the perfect recipe for a viral Instagram travel account. The formula can be traced back to 2014, when Russian photographer-model couple, Murad and Natalie Osmans founded Follow Me To, a collection of travel photos that capture the couple’s love for travel and journeying together. With close to 5 million followers, @followmeto has undoubtedly sparked a trend on social media. Since, then, many copycat projects have cropped up on Instagram. But none have been able to replicate the success of the Osmanns.…

Mahindra Open Sky: A festival that blends musical notes with adventure

August 2, 2017 Loknath Das

On the sand dunes of the Thar Desert, imagine the tunes of enchanting music and adventure activities such as camel race and off-road driving. This pleasant visual won’t just be a dream with the upcoming festival, Mahindra Open Sky in association with Hindustan Times. “With its immersive experience of culture and adventure, Mahindra Open Sky celebrates the romance of the desert and embodies the spirit of Live Young Live Free. Set against the backdrop of the mighty Thar, it presents a unique opportunity to be part of a collective of…