Marvelous Manali .

Hi! My name is Drashti and I'm from Rajkot. I want to share the story of my amazing vacation.

After I finished my 10th board exams, my school organized a trip to Manali. I joined it with my friends. The trip started from Rajkot, and we went by train to Jalandhar Railway Station in Punjab. From there, we took a bus to the Golden Temple. The temple was really big and beautiful, right in the middle of a man-made lake. After praying, we had dinner there.

Later, we took a bus to Manali and reached in the morning. After breakfast, we went for trekking all the way to Jogni Falls. It was tiring but full of fun! We also visited Mall Road, Vashisht Temple, Hidimba Temple, and Vashisht Market.

Our favourite spot was the Snow Point. We made a snowman and had a snowball fight! We spent five days exploring all these places. On the last day, we took the train back from Jalandhar and came home to Rajkot.

It was one of the best trips of my life! I also clicked lots of photos to remember it.

- Drashti Vadgama

H i, I'm Arya, and this summer was unforgettable - because I visited the magical hills of Manali! While it was hot everywhere else, Manali was cool, breezy, and full of fun.

Day 1: After a long, twisty drive through the mountains, we reached Manali. The air was chilly, and I saw snow on faraway peaks! We stayed in a cozy wooden cottage with a balcony facing the mountains. I spent the evening sipping hot chocolate and watching clouds float by.

Day 2: We went to Solang Valley - a snow-filled playground! I rode on a snow tube, built a snowman, and had my first snowball fight with my cousins. I even tried skiing for the first time! I fell 10 times but had so much fun.

Day 3: We explored forest trails and crossed a rope bridge over the Beas River. Then we went shopping at Mall Road, where I bought a pom-pom cap, wooden keychains, and a snow globe.

Later, I sat by the river eating hot momos and Maggi - so tasty!

This was truly my coolest summer vacation ever - literally! I didn't want to come back home. Manali gave me memories, snowflakes, and loads of smiles!

- Arya Patel

All the Way to Uttarakhand!

Get ready, dear Cutie Champs, for a journey to the beautiful state of Uttarakhand! If you're someone who loves mountains, adventure, lakes, waterfalls, or lush greenery, this article will give you a perfect glimpse into the state. I'll highlight some of the most famous spots, but you'll want to research further for more hidden gems. So, let's dive in…

First up, we have the well-known places that come to mind when we think of Uttarakhand:

Haridwar: Famous for the holy Ganga Aarti, where saints offer milk and light diyas to honor the river Ganga. You can even release a diya into the river yourself, and perhaps take a refreshing dip in the cool, cleansing waters.

Rishikesh: Known for its iconic bridges like Ram Jula and Lakshman Jula. The calmness of the river and the peace it brings make it a must-visit.

Mussoorie: The Queen of Hills, a perfect place to feel like royalty amidst the mountains.

Nainital: As the "City of Lakes," Nainital boasts many beautiful lakes where you can enjoy boating. You might even see swans gliding through the water-quack, quack! Don't forget to explore the Eco Cave Park, full of natural caves.

Auli: Known for skiing in the winter months, and a cable car ride through the chilly breeze makes this place unforgettable.

Devprayag: Witness the meeting of two tributaries of the Ganga-the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi-forming the majestic river.

There are also charming villages like Kausani, Almora, Ranikhet, and Munshyari, which are full of waterfalls and lush landscapes that rarely make it to the mainstream travel guides.

For animal lovers, don't miss the Jim Corbett National Park, famous for its tigers (though spotting one is never guaranteed). However, you'll definitely encounter jackals, owls, peacocks, and even some deer.

So, what are you waiting for? Pack your bags, do a little research, and get ready to explore Uttarakhand's wonders!

- Keren Daftary