Hello. My name is Ankita Makraria.. After post graduating in Master of Business Administration with Marketing as my specialisation, I joined the "Corporate World". I was part of the rat race for nearly 4 years, when it struck me that I am not meant for it. However, till then the damage was done. I started having anxiety issues. I couldn't withstand the stress. I spent most of my nights overthinking about everything. I left the job and decided to pursue my passion in dance. I became a licensed Zumba instructor in July 2015, and have been teaching since then. I am a free lancer. So the stress as compared to the corporate world is less. I still have anxieties. However, I AM HEALING. Recently I found traveling to be the second best thing, after dance, that helps me to be a better version of myself. It keeps me calm and focussed. Join me on my journey to find joy and happiness in small yet important things in LIFE.
Turtuk, a quaint little village in the Nubra valley region of Union Territory Ladakh. Its famous for its not so happy past, as Turtuk was part of Pakistan until 1971 and thereafter it came in India. Overnight, people were separated from their families. They slept as Pakistani citizens and woke up as Indians. Turtuk village … More Must visit places in Turtuk
Turtuk is a small village in Ladakh very close to the Pakistan border. The village is famous for its history, as it was part of Pakistan until December 1971 post which Indian Army took it back including 3 other villages. It was closed for tourists ever since. In 2010, It was finally opened for tourists. … More 12 Unconventional things to do in Turtuk
For the last couple of years we have adopted responsible traveling through many ways. However, the time we spent in the mountains was a major eye opener as a lot of things that can be done quickly and efficiently in the cities are far more complex in the mountains. Now, keeping that in mind I … More Travel Responsibly
The Vashisth temple is a 4000 year old temple dedicated to the sage Vashisth. The temple also has a hot water pool called the Kund, which is said to be medicinal in nature as it is high in sulphur. People with skin infections and diseases have experienced the healing properties in the water. The pool … More My Miraculous Moment at the Vashisth Temple in Manali
Whenever you think about taking a vacation in the mountains, Manali in Himachal is one of the first few place that comes to the mind. In my recent visit to Manali, I noticed that it expectedly becomes super crowded at the peak of the season. There are massive traffic jams, tourist spots are flooded with … More Sethan – A Quaint Village in Himachal
When we think about cafes in Manali, its never just about the food. Its the vibe of the place. You would have heard that famous quote, ‘Your vibe attracts your tribe’. You will realise that if you resonate with the vibe of a cafe, you are likely to become a regular. Vibe is the product … More 10 Must Try Cafes in Manali
Have you ever felt so weak and broken that you had no courage to get out of your bed or leave the house. The thought of facing people brought chills down your spine. The fear of seeing someone close might burst the dam to your repressed emotions and you may break into tears. And well … More Hang in there !!
Are you feeling stuck at home? The anxiety around the unpredictable times we are facing, bothering you ? You are not alone. There are many in the same boat. This is why we decided to take a roadtrip from Bangalore to Manali and temporarily move to mountains. … More Roadtrip from Bangalore to Manali – a long staycation
A few pointers if you are planning to take your four legged kid on a cross country road-trip. We took a very courageous call of driving down from Bangalore to Himachal.. it made things a bit more complicated as we had Star along with us. It took a good amount of planning and preparation for … More Road-Tripping with Pet in India
Here are some pointers to help you plan a long term staycation/workcation during Covid times. … More Planning a long term stay during COVID ?
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