Krystelle Dsouza

The Better India • 8th August 2026

From Forgotten Mansion to Living Museum: How a Goan Family Revived Its 400-Year-Old Home

In the quiet village of Loutolim stands a house that has become part of Goa’s collective memory. Home to nineteen generations of the Figueiredo family, the mansion carries over four centuries of stories within its walls.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

24 Hours in Rishikesh: The Only Itinerary You Need for Peace, Adventure & Everything in Between

Got a weekend to spare and want to make it perfect? Here’s where you can stay, eat, and experience the local culture of Rishikesh.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

Beyond Beaches: How To Make 24 Hours in Goa Unforgettable with New Flavours, Stays & Adventures

Get a guided tour through the Old Latin Quarter of Goa, cook your own meal, or simply cosy up with a book at a 400-year-old villa.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

24 Hours in Shimla: Heritage Walks, Sustainable Stays & Snowy Thrills

Winter in Shimla beckons with snow, cosy retreats, and rich heritage. From staying in an earthquake-resistant homestay to savouring a centuries-old dish, here’s how you can make the most of a single day in the winter hotspot.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

This ‘Travel Matchmaker’ Helps You Find the Right Homestay Across India

When was the last time a vacation felt like reliving a childhood adventure? At Raahghar homestays, you’ll always find yourself in the middle of one — with food, travel, adventure and experiences that are tied together through stories.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

‘Started Trekking When I Was 59; Scaled Mt Kilimanjaro at 72’: Here’s How She Does It

At 72, Vidya Singh became one of the oldest Indians to scale Mount Kilimanjaro — but the climb is just one chapter in her lifelong love for fitness and the mountains. She has completed 19 high-altitude treks and continues to train with discipline and grit.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

At 70, This Kerala Woman Has Travelled Solo to 35 Countries & Says Every Mom Should Try It Once

Indira M put her life on hold to see to her family’s needs. Today, she’s ticking countries off her bucket list and encourages every mother to do so too.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

Organic Tea Tasting & Waterfall Picnics: Eco-Stay in Coonoor Is a Nature Lover's Dream Destination

Vinati and Pavan Sukhdev established O'Land Plantation Stays in Coonoor — a sustainable eco-tourism estate in the Nilgiris that offers lush biodiversity and enriching activities.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

Built by a Sanskrit Scholar for his Polish Wife, This Uttarakhand Eco Stay is a Sustainable Paradise

Cocooned by oak and rhododendron forests, Jilling Terraces in Uttarakhand offers a mountain escape rooted in sustainability. From locally sourced food to mindful architecture that features wood, mud and stone cottages, Jilling Terraces reflects a deep respect for nature and community.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

Meet the Father-Son Duo Behind the Initiative That’s Re-Wilding Barren Lands & Helping Locals Earn

A love for the wild is generational in the Mehta boys, who focus on creating eco-tourism projects that blend sustainable architecture and wilderness experiences into a model that impacts local communities.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

The Secret of Garhwal’s Earthquake-Resilient Homes Lies in This 500-YO Uttarakhand Homestay

Prithviraj Singh Rana has opened his 500-year-old ancestral Garhwal home in Raithal village as a homestay, showcasing the earthquake-resistant Koti Banal architecture. Guests experience not just heritage design, but also local culture through farm-fresh meals, hands-on farming, and scenic Himalayan treks led by Prithviraj himself.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

Inside the 80-YO Mud Home Revived by a Young Himachali To Preserve Looms, Crafts, and His Village’s Heritage

In Himachal’s Keylong, Tanzin Bodh (32) restored an 80-year-old mud home into ‘Zomsa’, a sustainable homestay managed by locals. Along with reviving mud architecture, he is empowering women artisans through handlooms and preserving Himachal’s cultural heritage.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

Couple Quits Gurugram Life to Build Storybook Homestay in the Forests of Himachal

When Sudhir and Bhawana were travelling around the world, they realised the mountains were where they belonged. So, they built a sustainable home in the forests of Tirthan Valley in Himachal Pradesh.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

Escaping Cramped City Living: How This Dancer Built an Eco-Friendly Artist’s Oasis in Jaipur

Founded by dancer Sankalp Sharma, Vinyasa Earth is a sustainable homestay in Jaipur’s Maheshwas Khurd Village. Built without cement, using only bamboo, mud, and lime, it offers artist residencies. With a focus on creativity, the homestay blends eco-conscious living, traditional Rajasthani meals, and artistic expression in a peaceful environment.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

Pottery, Pool & Paddy Fields: We Moved From Mumbai to Goa To Build Our Dream Homestay

Kavita and Manoj Nair refurbished a rundown cottage in Anjuna, Goa, with plans to retire there. Today, Parijaat Goa Homestay is not just their home but also a welcoming destination for tourists.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

Once Featured in 'Life of Pi', This Puducherry Homestay is a 200-YO Heritage Villa

Jyoti Cariappa Saikia restored a historic homestay in Puducherry. In it, an old iron safe remains untouched for over a hundred years, adding to the allure of its charming French-style architecture — making it a fascinating place to visit.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

Ahmedabad to London: Gujarati Family Takes 1950 Vintage Car on a 13500 km Road Trip!

Gujarat's Daman Thakore and his family drove their classic 1950 MG YT on a 13,500 km road trip from Ahmedabad to London spanning 16 countries. Here's a look at their lifechanging journey in the 'Lal Pari'.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

Step Back in Time at This Century-Old Mud Homestay Near Kullu: A True Pahadi Experience

Experience traditional Himachali hospitality, rustic living, and home-grown pahadi cuisine at this charming mud homestay in Kais village, Himachal Pradesh.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

Live in a Konkan Palace! This Royal Couple Run a Boutique Homestay Inspired by 16th Century Art

Run by Yuvraj Lakham Sawant Bhonsle and Yuvrani Shraddha Sawant Bhonsle, the Sawantwadi Palace Hotel is a unique Konkan homestay inspired by the ancient card game of ganjifa.

The Better India • 28th April 2026

Visiting Rajasthan in Winter? This Unique Mud Homestay Is Run by a Family of Durrie Weavers

Chhotaram Prajapat, whose family has woven 'dhurries' in Rajasthan for over seven centuries, launched a mud homestay business inspired by UK tourists. They now welcome guests to their Salawas village home, providing authentic experiences while championing local crafts and culture.