Book, pack, holiday: Make the most of the upcoming long weekend

As schools declare Diwali vacations and travel agencies announce festival super deals (tempting you daily via emails and newspapers), there’s every reason you must feel transported into the wintry festive zone.

Good news is that upcoming Diwali long weekend is right round-the-corner — Diwali: Oct 18 (Wed) and 19 (Thurs), if you take Oct 20 (Fri) off and club it with the weekend (Oct 21 and 22), you can score on a 5-day quick getaway break instantly. Sounds great isn’t it? You may choose from some smart suggestions to take a break with your folks and indulge with affordable luxury options.

On top of our suggestion list are family-friendly nature centric trails, jungle safaris and group activity tours.

Take care of your cravings to shop this Diwali will be ably assisted with a quick getaway list of traditional weaver villages. You may also consider suggestions for green ways to celebrate Diwali (causing no pollution). There are also off-beat ways to go sight-seeing around touristy destinations.

Season’s greetings to you!