Posts by Sivakumar Ramanathan

OSHO International

The OSHO International Meditation Resort, located in Koregaon Park, Pune, is the original ashram established by Bhagwan Rajneesh (Osho) in 1974. It served as his principal residence and the center of his spiritual movement until his passing in 1990. During his time here, Osho delivered daily discourses and introduced several meditation techniques, including Dynamic and… Continue reading →

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Why You Should Always Stop at the Visitor Center in National Parks Planes, Trains, Automobiles and Ferries-Our Adventures After Retirement 2500 Miles, 9 Days, 7 Parks And Countless Memories-The National Park Road Trip You’ll Want to Copy What helped me in landing in a job during difficult times We switched from Business to Economy without… Continue reading →

Duluth, Minnesota

On our way to Voyageurs National Park, we made a stop in Duluth, Minnesota, a city often regarded as a gateway for travelers heading north to the park. Conveniently located nearly halfway between Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) and Voyageurs, Duluth serves as a natural rest point. The city boasts several attractions, with Lake Superior… Continue reading →

A National Parks Road Trip: 2,500 Miles of Nature, Trails, and Togetherness

My wife and I embarked on an unforgettable 2,500-mile road trip from Phoenix to Seattle, during which we visited seven National Parks, along with Lake Tahoe and Portland. Each day, we typically drove between 200 and 300 miles, beginning in the early hours and ensuring we concluded our travel before sunset. This schedule allowed us… Continue reading →

Portland Sights in half a day

Before reaching Seattle in our road trip, we spent about half a day in Portland suburbs to visit multiple waterfalls and other scenic attractions. Our Itinerary: Intl. Rose Test GardenColumbia Gorge viewpointsLatourell FallsBridal veil FallsMultnomah Falls International Rose Test Garden The garden is in the city itself and it gets the name because it serves… Continue reading →

Lake Tahoe in half a day

A Scenic Stop at Lake Tahoe Exploring National Parks comes with an added bonus – the chance to discover spectacular attractions nearby. On our way to Lassen Volcanic National Park in May 2024, we made a brief stop at Lake Tahoe. Known for its clear blue waters, this natural wonder, with a depth of about… Continue reading →

International Trips

Upcoming Travel Stories Over the years, we had the opportunity to explore some fascinating destinations around the world, each offering its own unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. When time permits, I plan to revisit those memories and share our travel experiences through detailed blog posts. Here are some of the countries and… Continue reading →

Places visited in USA

During our visits to National Parks we had visited nearby landmarks such as the Arctic Circle in Alaska, the Road to Hana in Hawaii, Garden of the Gods in Colorado, Antelope Canyon in Arizona, and Mount Rushmore in South Dakota to name a few. Individual Blog posts will be created for the above places soon.