Welcome to Travel Twosome!
Hey there! We’re Brinda and Poorna, a couple from Bengaluru – India’s “Startup City” and “Garden City.”
Our story? We caught the travel bug 27 years ago on our honeymoon, and we’ve been wandering ever since! Back then, we explored by sea, train, bus, and even took to the skies. That trip set the tone for a lifetime of adventure, and we haven’t looked back.
Our travels have taken us across India – from the towering Shivling in Madhya Pradesh to the breathtaking highest motorable road in Ladakh. Sure, we’ve ventured abroad, but there’s something special about exploring the magic of our own country. And truthfully, we feel like we’ve only scratched the surface of incredible India.
Some unforgettable moments from our journey:
- Starting at 4 AM to see a mindblowing sunrise and quietude at Devarayanadurga!
- Standing in awe of the Dudhsagar Falls in Goa after a 14 km rain-soaked trek on railway tracks!
- Losing ourselves in the ruins of Hampi and the lush wilderness of Arunachal Pradesh’s Nameri Forests.
- Diving beneath the waves at Netrani and chasing the rains on road trips to Chikmagalur.
- Driving on the worst road in the world in Spiti on an eerie night!
- Experiencing the best hospitality in a remote homestay in Ladakh!
- Eating to the full at Indore’s Sarafa Bazar!
- Finishing off a nice lunch with Bishen Bedi’s Brownie at Cricket Club cafe in Colombo!
- Driving for the first time to Siachen base camp and experiencing the incredible life of our soldiers guarding the highest mountains.
Each journey has been about more than just destinations – it’s been about discovery, connection, and adventure.
For us, travel is about:
- Exploring the world’s beauty, quirks, and eccentricities.
- Learning about cultures, cuisines, arts, and stories.
- Discovering ourselves as much as new places.
- Being present in the moment and savoring it.
- Making friends along the way.
- Reigniting curiosity about the world we live in.
Who we are:
- Brinda: A former banker and corporate leader, now heading eVidyaloka, a nonprofit empowering rural education in India as its CEO. She’s also our in-house photographer, capturing our adventures with her Nikon DSLR or trusty iPhone 16 Pro. She’s passionate about poetry, theatre, and movies!
- Poorna: A former Indian Army officer and security professional. He’s the driver (and sometimes navigator) on our road trips. He’s equally passionate about cricket, soccer, gardening, theatre, poetry and fiction.
Why we created Travel Twosome:
- To inspire your journeys – big or small.
- To share stories, tips, and experiences that’ll hopefully spark your wanderlust.
- To encourage learning through travel and learn from your experiences!
We believe travel is deeply personal. Whether you’re planning a luxurious cruise or a spontaneous backpacking trip, this blog is here to help you find your travel style and inspiration.
If you’ve got questions or just want to say hi, shoot us an email or connect with us on Facebook.
One last thing people often ask us: “Don’t you get bored of travelling?”
Our answer is simple: Never.
We live by the words of Robert Louis Stevenson:
“For my part, I travel not to go anywhere, but to go. I travel for travel’s sake. The great affair is to move.”
Thanks for stopping by Travel Twosome. We’re thrilled to have you here – let’s keep moving together!