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Our Stories

Here are some stories…from our travellers who venture beyond tourism, stories of connections that surprise and delight, stories of found family and communities, stories of food that nourishes the soul and stories of ties that triumph over language barriers, geographical boundaries and differences in background.

Community
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Women Travels, Travel Safety, India Travels

Why The Concept Of ‘Women Travel’?

If you've ever been asked why women travel, you are not alone. From forging new friendships to building confidence to travel, here's a take on the concept of why women travel.

F5 ESCAPES

14 JUN 2016

Rear view of the large colorful Buddha statue in Langza village, Spiti Valley, set against a backdrop of majestic mountains and a cloudy sky.
India Travels, Women Travels, Travel Tips

India Travel tips: What to look for in a travel deal?

Planning your next holiday? Want to find the best vacation deals? We share some travel deal tips to help you find the right ones and avoid falling for the hidden details.

F5 ESCAPES

24 AUG 2016

Fear while travelling - An aerial view of a green tropical island in a deep blue ocean with white clouds floating above and around it.
Guest Posts, India Travels, Travel Safety

What’s your biggest fear while traveling?

Missed a flight? Baggage lost? Hygiene concerns? Different travellers, different travel fears. We asked F5 travellers to share some of their most frequent fear while traveliing. And it's a very relatable mix.

F5 ESCAPES

11 APR 2019

Bastar, Chattisgarh, Offbeat, Culture

My Journey to Dandakaranya

Bastar Oct 2023. I was feeling a lot of things but nervousness was not one of them. I had one point of contact with my friends at Unexplored Bastar and have known about the work they are doing at grassroots level. Beyond that, I only had a rough route map.

AKANKSHA BUMB

26 JAN 2026

Vibrant and colorful street art painted on the walls of Varanasi's narrow alleys.
Spirituality, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Varanasi – A Land Of Emotions

Along with the spectacular view of Dev Diwali with firecrackers, thousands of Diyas, laser light shows, you also see fire from the multiple cremations happening at the Manikarnika & Harishchandra ghats adding to it.

DEVANSHI BATRA

15 DEC 2023

Culture
F5 Talks
Monsoons
The F5 Factor
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Guest Posts, Women Travellers, Solo Travel

Solo Travel May Not Be For You

Is solo travelling your style. Social media can at times make us have a FOMO moment if we haven't travelled solo. But is there more to it? We take a look at the often not spoken about side of solo travelling for women, why it's fun, empowering but can get

AKANKSHA BUMB

4 NOV 2017

A duo tandem paragliding high above a forested mountain valley with snow-capped peaks in the background.
Guest Posts, Group Travels, India Travels

Are You A Prospective F5 Escapes traveler?

There's no one-way to travel and at F5 Escapes we have designed our unique way to travel India. Here's a look at how we travel at F5 Escapes. From our choice of stays to sharing a meal, understand our style and check if you are a prospective F5 traveller.

AKANKSHA BUMB

12 AUG 2016

A person resting in a white rope hammock tied to palm trees on a sandy beach.
Custom Vacations, India Travels

For Tailor-Made Travel Experiences

Want to travel with friends and family but don't want the hassle of planning, booking and coordinating? Here's what makes our tailor made travel experiences a perfect choice for those who want to delegate the hassle, and enjoy their holiday.

F5 ESCAPES

04 OCT 2016

Two women jumping in the air with arms raised beside a serene high-altitude lake surrounded by rugged mountains.
Guest Posts, Travel, Women Travels

Why Travel – Is Travel an Investment or Expense?

Do you think of travelling as an investment or expense? Is it something momentary or for the long-term? Does it have tangible benefits? Answer our travel questionnaire to know what travelling means to you and why do you travel.

F5 ESCAPES

03 MAY 2017

Ethos of F5 Escapes - A group portrait of young Odissi dancers in traditional costumes and jewelry, standing with their teachers and an elder on a red stage outdoors under palm trees.
F5 Escapes, Responsible Tourism, India Travels

The ethos of F5 Escapes

Why travel with F5 Escapes? Is it the stays, experiences, offbeat destinations, responsible tourism, women only groups, or all of them? Here's what we have to say.

MALINI GOWRISHANKAR

15 JAN 2019

Travel Diaries
Women Travel Tips & Safety