adventures_of_antao

07/06/2025

POST CARDS FROM MAHABALIPURAM

04/06/2025

Did you know? 🤔

Pondicherry is more than just its iconic French Quarter — the Union Territory actually includes 8 communes spread out beyond the main town. While the French charm fades out here, these areas have their own stories to tell. 🛕🌾

We explored these lesser-known spots and uncovered a quieter, more local side of Pondicherry — rich in history and full of surprises.
Still so much left to see — can’t wait to come back for more! 💛


Have you explored beyond the usual paths? Drop your favorite Pondy gems below! ⬇️




02/06/2025

✨ Have you explored Pondicherry yet?

There’s something magical about this coastal town where French colonial elegance meets vibrant South Indian soul. 🌸🇫🇷 From quiet streets lined with bougainvillea and heritage buildings, to cozy cafés and golden hour strolls along the Promenade — Pondicherry invites you to slow down and soak it all in. 🧡

You can explore this charming town by hiring an auto or cycle rickshaw. Or even renting scooters and bicycles. But if you ask us the best way to explore this town we would say by foot.

📌 Save this for your next getaway — your soul will thank you.

30/05/2025

✨ Looking for your next offbeat escape? Save this for later.

📍Tranquebar or Tharangambadi - Once a Danish trading post, this quiet coastal town in Tamil Nadu is a dreamy mix of colonial history, calm beaches, and soulful architecture.

🚗 Getting There:
* By Road: 6-hour scenic drive from Chennai via East Coast Road
* By Train: Nearest station is Mayiladuthurai (28 km)
* By Air: Fly into Tiruchirapalli, then drive 2.5 hours

🏡 Where to Stay:
We stayed at The Bungalow on the Beach — an old Danish colonial home turned hotel, with arched verandas and uninterrupted sea views (will share a full review soon)

🛕 Things to Do:
* Walk through the 17th-century Fort Dansborg
* Visit the weathered beauty of Masilamani Nathar Temple
* Catch golden hour at Tharangambadi Beach
* Explore the historic New Jerusalem Church
* Browse relics at the Maritime Museum

🚶 Getting Around:
The town is small and walkable. With all the attractions close proximity to each other.

So here’s your sign to discover India most people have miss.

27/05/2025

Did you hear about the Chettiars?

The merchants who built beautiful mansions in the village of Kanadukathan. But sadly, most of these mansions have fallen on hard times and lie abandoned. Some, however, have opened their doors to the public for a small fee, offering a glimpse into a once-opulent bygone era.

The Antaos wandered through these grand halls, soaking in stories etched in stone and time.

If you ever find yourself in Tamil Nadu, don’t miss a chance to step into history—these hidden gems are waiting to be explored.

[Chettinad Mansions, Kanadukathan, Tamil Nadu Diaries, Cultural Heritage, Hidden Gems of India, Mom Daughter Road trip, Travel with Kids]

23/05/2025

Our schedule for Kodaikanal was
✨Waking up without alarms
✨Chasing clouds instead of schedules
✨Chilling with activities and games.

There’s something magical about spending time in the hills with your mini-me.

Here’s to more mother-daughter getaways where time slows down and hearts fill up.

Follow .of.antaos for more slow travel stories, family escapes & real moments on the road.

19/02/2024

Postcards from Dal Lake.
A shikara ride on the Dal lake is a must do activity when visiting Srinagar. With gorgeous views like these we highly recommend it. One can get a glimpse of the local life on the lake. From the floating garden to the cultivation of Nadru one can enjoy these vistas while sipping khawa and buttery cookies.

[family holiday, travel family, incredible India, Kashmir, workcation, mountains, winter season]

Have you been to Dal lake?

19/01/2024

📍Guess the location. Bebinca points if you do 🍰

To escape the crowds we drove to the hinterlands of Goa where .of.antaos found peace and serenity. Perhaps this is where you'll find us on some weekends.

Tell us which is your favourite place to visit in Goa?

[Downtime, family travels, offbeat Goa, beyond beaches, village life, backwaters, road trip]

13/01/2024

02/01/2024

Which is your favorite?

Out with the old, in with the new.
These are some of our favorite family portraits of 2023. Which do you think we should use as our dp?
Tell us👇

[Family travel, 2023 wrap up, portraits, adventure travels]