Summer's here and The Trip decided to extend an invite to Hollywood's hottest celebs for a dekko of Maharashtra's most diverse locales, to match their exquisite choices
Summer's here and The Trip decided to extend an invite to Hollywood's hottest celebs for a dekko of Maharashtra's most diverse locales, to match their exquisite choices
International Singer Beyonce with husband, music producer Jay-Z enjoy sailing on their private luxury yacht
For Her Next Trip: Sailing on the Arabian Sea
This glam couple will be at home, among the windswept waters of the Arabian Sea, with a little help from the guys at Aquasail.
Club Aquasail is an open organisation dedicated to bringing the joy of sailing to the average Mumbaikar.
They allow you to rent a boat, buy a boat, or just hire a boat to try your hand at sailing all kinds of models.
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With its landsite on Mandwa beach, Club Aquasail provides excellent sailing programmes for the beginner and the professional.
You can also test your skills in kayaking and surfing, and get discounts on all their programmes and facilities. This is definitely the place to be if you're in love with the sea!
How to Reach: Club Aquasail, is at Mandwa, a 45-minute boat ride from the Gateway of India jetty.
LOG ON: www.aquasailindia.com
American Singer, songwriter Lady Gaga never skips a chance to sunbathe on Hawaii's beaches
For Her Next Trip: Tarkarli
Tarkarli's tranquil shores will be perfect therapy for this performer known for her unusual sense of fashion.
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This secluded village in Sindhudurg is famous for its long, narrow stretches of white sand. The water is clean, cool and on a clear day you can see the seabed through 20 kms of water.
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This is the ideal place to kick back and soak up the sun, though it does have its share of history too; the Sindhudurg fort, which is one of Maharashtra's most famous sea forts and was built in the 17th century by Shivaji Maharaj is located here.
Fishing is an annual activity at Tarkarli, and during the monsoon the experience of fishing in the backwaters is something else.
Don't expect uber luxe pampering when it comes to accommodation. The operative word being rural here, the state-run MTDC lets out huts (non-AC), plus there are several guesthouses to choose from.
How to Reach: Tarkarli is 546 kilometres from Mumbai. It's best to hire a private vehicle for this ride.
Kudal is the nearest railhead (45 kms away).
LOG ON: www.maharashtratourism.gov.in
Actor George Clooney loves to chill at Lake Como, his Luxurious Vacation Villa
For Her Next Trip: Arthur's Lake, Bhandardara
We're sure that lake-crazy Clooney will love the setting at Arthur's Lake in Bhandardara. Situated on the Pravara Riveris, Bhandardara is a popular holiday resort village.
Arthur Lake gets its water from this river and remains one of the state's most tranquil getaways.
You can go boating here, or even take the ferry down to the Randha Waterfall, the third largest waterfall in India. The Anandvan Hotel, situated right opposite the lake, offers a spectacular view.
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If you're in the mood for some action, you could trek up to the Ratangad or Harishchandragad forts, or, if you're really up for a challenge, up to Mount Kalsubai, the highest peak in Maharashtra.
And of course, if chilling out is your thing, soak up the sun and the lush vegetation around the lake while you thank nature for one of its masterpieces.
How to Reach: Bhandardara is 185 kilometres from Mumbai; a taxi would cost about Rs. 3,500. Igatpuri is the nearest railway station (35 km away).
LOG ON: www.anandvanresorts.com
Actor Ewan McGregor takes his Biking trips across the world seriously
For Her Next Trip: Mumbai-Goa Highway
Last time we checked, Ewan charted over 15,000 kilometres. Guess what he missed out on, though? The Mumbai-Goa Highway.
The Mumbai-Goa stretch on National Highway 17 connects Mumbai to Kochi, but we want you to focus on the part that crosses the Konkan region.
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The highway sometimes touches the shore of the Arabian Sea, giving travellers a spectacular view of the sea.
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And even when you're further inland, you can enjoy the lush green coconut trees that border the road.
What better way to enjoy the natural, untouched-by-urbanisation beauty of your state than by cruising through it at top speed with the wind in your hair and the dust at your flank? Be warned of the uneven roads though.
You'd have to be a pretty skilled rider to be able to combat this track.
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Where To Start: The highway starts at Panvel, at the junction of NH4.
Dashing off to Cancun, Mexico, is actor Leonardo DiCaprio's way of chilling
For Her Next Trip: Harihareshwar
Harihareshwar might remind Leo of his shooting days for Hollywood blockbuster, The Beach. This scenic little town on the Konkan coast is a great place to relax.
You could spend days on its tranquil,u00a0 pristine beaches, or pay tribute at the local temple and the Peshwa Smarak.
And if you do get tired of lounging on the beach (highly improbable), stroll around the deep, lush forests that border the little town. MTDC accommodation is your best bet: quaint, earthy, with its rustic charm intact.
How to Reach: Harihareshwar is 230 kms from Mumbai. Drive down via Panvel-Mangaon-Goregaon Phata on the Mumbai-Goa Highway. Mangaon is the nearest railhead (65 km away). LOG ON: www.maharashtratourism.gov.in
Actress Scarlett Johansson, a WWF supporter is happiest in the outdoors
For Her Next Trip: Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve
We suggest the star of Vicky Cristina Barcelona should take her love for wildlife a step further by visiting theu00a0 Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve.
The best time to visit is between February and May, when you stand a chance to spot panthers, hyenas, jackals, sambars, bison, or even a tiger or two.
Tadoba is the perfectu00a0 adventure vacation destination. MTDC provides accommodation at Tadoba, and if you don't mind the lack of glamour, this is the place to head to.
How to Reach: Chandrapur is the nearest railhead (45 km away). Nagpur is the nearest airport (140 kmu00a0 away). Log On: www.maharashtratourism.gov.in
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