{"id":22959,"date":"2025-05-06T10:03:42","date_gmt":"2025-05-06T04:33:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/?p=22959"},"modified":"2025-05-06T10:03:42","modified_gmt":"2025-05-06T04:33:42","slug":"best-summer-destinations-in-india-with-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/best-summer-destinations-in-india-with-family\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Summer Destinations in India for Family Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Travelling with family in the summer isn\u2019t just about escaping the heat \u2013 it\u2019s about bonding, laughing, and making memories that last long after your tan fades. And while most lists of summer holiday destinations in India for families sound like they\u2019ve been written by someone who has never travelled with toddlers or teenagers, this one&#8217;s different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Forget the boring lists that just mention hill stations and move on. Here, we\u2019ll talk about what makes each place interesting from a family angle \u2013 strange festivals, food kids will actually eat, unique experiences, and yes, even places with fewer queues and crowds because the last thing you want on a family trip is to spend your summer standing in line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In this Blog<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/best-summer-destinations-in-india-with-family\/#1_Mahabaleshwar_Maharashtra\" >1. Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/best-summer-destinations-in-india-with-family\/#2_Chail_Himachal_Pradesh\" >2. Chail, Himachal Pradesh<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/best-summer-destinations-in-india-with-family\/#3_Tawang_Arunachal_Pradesh\" >3. Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/best-summer-destinations-in-india-with-family\/#4_Panchgani_Maharashtra\" >4. Panchgani, Maharashtra<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/best-summer-destinations-in-india-with-family\/#5_Mount_Abu_Rajasthan\" >5. Mount Abu, Rajasthan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/best-summer-destinations-in-india-with-family\/#6_Coorg_Karnataka\" >6. Coorg, Karnataka<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/best-summer-destinations-in-india-with-family\/#7_Kalimpong_West_Bengal\" >7. Kalimpong, West Bengal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/best-summer-destinations-in-india-with-family\/#8_Pachmarhi_Madhya_Pradesh\" >8. Pachmarhi, Madhya Pradesh<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/best-summer-destinations-in-india-with-family\/#9_Yercaud_Tamil_Nadu\" >9. Yercaud, Tamil Nadu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/best-summer-destinations-in-india-with-family\/#10_Spiti_Valley_Himachal_Pradesh\" >10. Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"1-mahabaleshwar-maharashtra\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Mahabaleshwar_Maharashtra\"><\/span><strong>1. Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Weirdly underrated compared to its cousin Lonavala, Mahabaleshwar is like the quiet, cool aunt who also gives you strawberries for breakfast. This isn\u2019t just any hill station \u2013 it has a table-top plateau (called Table Land) where your kids can ride horses while you sip on fresh strawberry cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/clem-onojeghuo-eCre0iMGtEA-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"strawberries in mahabaleshwar\" class=\"wp-image-18741\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s different? The Mapro Garden. It\u2019s not just a tourist trap \u2013 it&#8217;s an actual working place where kids can see how strawberries go from farm to bottle. And guess what? Free tastings. You can bribe your fussy eater with unlimited gulps of mulberry squash. There are also family-run <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/maharashtra\/villas-in-mahabaleshwar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>villas in Mahabaleshwar<\/strong><\/a> options, often with backyard BBQs and enough space for your kids to run around without disturbing the neighbours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"2-chail-himachal-pradesh\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Chail_Himachal_Pradesh\"><\/span><strong>2. Chail, Himachal Pradesh<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, Himachal has Shimla. But Shimla also has crowds, traffic, and overpriced corn. Try <strong>Chail<\/strong> instead, which has India\u2019s highest cricket ground. Your kids might not care, but they will definitely care about the huge palace hotel that looks like something out of a detective novel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chail-3-1024x500.jpg\" alt=\"summer destinations in india north\" class=\"wp-image-3423\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chail-3-1024x500.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chail-3-300x146.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chail-3-768x375.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chail-3-1536x750.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chail-3-370x181.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chail-3-770x376.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chail-3.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>What makes Chail shine for families? It\u2019s quieter, cooler, and has lovely forest trails. Plus, you can stay in a heritage <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/himachal-pradesh\/villas-in-chail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>villa in Chail<\/strong><\/a> that makes you feel like royalty on a budget. Great spot for board games, ghost stories, and stargazing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"3-tawang-arunachal-pradesh\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Tawang_Arunachal_Pradesh\"><\/span><strong>3. Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your family likes doing things a bit differently, Tawang is the answer. It\u2019s far, yes. But that also means no over-tourism. Think of it like this: your kids get to see a giant 8-metre-high Buddha statue, yak rides, and prayer wheels they can spin for good luck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-35-1024x678.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-22961\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-35-1024x678.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-35-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-35-768x509.png 768w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-35-1536x1018.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-35-2048x1357.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-35-370x245.png 370w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-35-770x510.png 770w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-35-150x99.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Picture Credits: Wikimedia Commons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Monastery (second largest in the world) is actually more interesting than it sounds \u2013 monks play football, the butter tea is oddly comforting, and during summer, the valley is full of colour. Add to that the incredibly warm locals who love chatting with visitors, and it becomes one of the most family-friendly summer vacation spots in India that almost no one talks about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"4-panchgani-maharashtra\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Panchgani_Maharashtra\"><\/span><strong>4. Panchgani, Maharashtra<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another hill town? Yes. But Panchgani is where Bollywood sends its school kids. Literally. Many of Mumbai&#8217;s celeb kids study here, and the town has an old-school boarding school vibe. Perfect for showing your kids how people survived without Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shubham-bombarde-via-unsplash-panchgani-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"mumbai to panchgani distance\" class=\"wp-image-21293\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shubham-bombarde-via-unsplash-panchgani-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shubham-bombarde-via-unsplash-panchgani-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shubham-bombarde-via-unsplash-panchgani-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shubham-bombarde-via-unsplash-panchgani-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shubham-bombarde-via-unsplash-panchgani-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shubham-bombarde-via-unsplash-panchgani-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shubham-bombarde-via-unsplash-panchgani-770x513.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shubham-bombarde-via-unsplash-panchgani-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The real draw? Paragliding that even 10-year-olds can try (with professionals, of course), ancient caves called Devil\u2019s Kitchen, and a morning bazaar with fruit jams that taste like childhood. If you want to treat yourself, book a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/maharashtra\/villas-in-panchgani\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>villa in Panchgani<\/strong><\/a> with a view of the Krishna River.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"5-mount-abu-rajasthan\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Mount_Abu_Rajasthan\"><\/span><strong>5. Mount Abu, Rajasthan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Surprised to see a desert state on a list of summer holiday destinations in India for families? That\u2019s because Mount Abu is the only hill station in Rajasthan, and it\u2019s got its own unique flavour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1200px-Mount_Abu_Rajasthan_307501_India_-_panoramio_1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"mount abu in rajasthan is another summer destinations in india\n\" class=\"wp-image-21667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1200px-Mount_Abu_Rajasthan_307501_India_-_panoramio_1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1200px-Mount_Abu_Rajasthan_307501_India_-_panoramio_1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1200px-Mount_Abu_Rajasthan_307501_India_-_panoramio_1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1200px-Mount_Abu_Rajasthan_307501_India_-_panoramio_1-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1200px-Mount_Abu_Rajasthan_307501_India_-_panoramio_1-770x513.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1200px-Mount_Abu_Rajasthan_307501_India_-_panoramio_1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1200px-Mount_Abu_Rajasthan_307501_India_-_panoramio_1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Nakki Lake has paddle boats shaped like ducks (always a hit with the little ones), and the Dilwara Temples have ceilings so detailed that even your distracted teenager might look up from their phone. Summer Festival in Mount Abu (usually in May) includes skating races, tug-of-war and folk dances. Fun fact: it&#8217;s the only place in Rajasthan where you&#8217;ll need a jacket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"6-coorg-karnataka\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Coorg_Karnataka\"><\/span><strong>6. Coorg, Karnataka<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure, Coorg is coffee country. But it\u2019s also the land of friendly dogs, walking trails with zero snakes (locals will tell you proudly), and rivers where you can safely go for a family-friendly raft ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/1600px-Coorg-_tea_estate.jpg\" alt=\"coorg tea estates\" class=\"wp-image-20015\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Families love Coorg for its food \u2013 even picky eaters seem to like Coorgi pork. Also, the homestays here often include a grandparent or two who spoil your kids rotten. Booking a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/karnataka\/villas-in-coorg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>villa in Coorg<\/strong><\/a>? Look for ones attached to coffee plantations, where your children can chase butterflies and you can chase silence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"7-kalimpong-west-bengal\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Kalimpong_West_Bengal\"><\/span><strong>7. Kalimpong, West Bengal<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone talks about Darjeeling. But Kalimpong is its cooler, quieter cousin. Think fewer tourists, and a vibe that mixes Himalayan charm with old British school nostalgia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Kalimpong.jpg\" alt=\"kalimpong in north east india\" class=\"wp-image-20916\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are flower nurseries that look like they&#8217;ve come out of a Pixar movie, and a local cheese that\u2019s surprisingly good on toast. For family time, check out the toy shops that sell handmade wooden puzzles and retro games. The cable car ride here is less scary than the one in Darjeeling, and more beautiful. And if you\u2019re into offbeat stays, rent a colonial-style <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/west-bengal\/villas-in-kalimpong\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>villa in Kalimpong<\/strong><\/a> with old fireplaces and mountain views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"8-pachmarhi-madhya-pradesh\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Pachmarhi_Madhya_Pradesh\"><\/span><strong>8. Pachmarhi, Madhya Pradesh<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This one is a bit of a hidden gem. Pachmarhi is the only hill station in Madhya Pradesh, and it has just the right mix of adventure and chill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are caves linked to the Mahabharata, waterfalls that don&#8217;t require a two-hour trek, and forest safaris where you might actually spot a leopard. Not guaranteed, of course \u2013 but thrilling for the kids. What makes it one of the family-friendly summer vacation spots in India is the sheer lack of pretentiousness. Families actually talk to each other here because there isn\u2019t much phone signal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"9-yercaud-tamil-nadu\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Yercaud_Tamil_Nadu\"><\/span><strong>9. Yercaud, Tamil Nadu<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ooty and Kodaikanal get all the love, but Yercaud quietly sits with its beautiful lake, adventure parks, and zero traffic jams. It\u2019s ideal for those who want to avoid the commercial circus. The kids can try zip-lining, rope walks, and archery at local adventure camps. Parents can try doing nothing for a change. And the food? A mix of Tamil, Anglo-Indian, and random-but-delicious things like orange marmalade cake. Pick a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/tamil-nadu\/villas-in-yercaud\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">villa in Yercaud<\/a> where you can cook your own meals and pretend you&#8217;re on a family cooking show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"10-spiti-valley-himachal-pradesh\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Spiti_Valley_Himachal_Pradesh\"><\/span><strong>10. Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not for the faint-hearted, Spiti is a high-altitude desert where you feel like you\u2019re on another planet. The roads are bumpy, the air is thin, but the experience? Unforgettable. Kids older than 10 will love the feeling of adventure \u2013 fossil hunting, staying in mud houses, and eating momos with locals in tiny villages. There\u2019s a mummy (yes, a real one) in Gue village that\u2019s more fascinating than any horror movie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/spiti-valley-edited-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"monsteries in spiti\" class=\"wp-image-16832\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/spiti-valley-edited-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/spiti-valley-edited-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/spiti-valley-edited-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/spiti-valley-edited-370x277.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/spiti-valley-edited-770x577.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/spiti-valley-edited-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/spiti-valley-edited.jpg 1067w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of the best summer destinations in India for family travel if you want to show your kids what the world looked like before malls. Bonus: zero mosquitoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Travelling in summer with family doesn\u2019t have to mean doing the same old things in the same old places. India is full of surprises, and many of the summer holiday destinations in India for families that don\u2019t make it to the top of most lists are the ones your kids will remember most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pick places with stories, with eccentricity, and with enough room to be yourselves. Whether it&#8217;s a heritage villa in Coorg or a cottage in Spiti, choose experiences that make your family laugh, talk, and maybe even get a little muddy together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because isn\u2019t that what the best family holidays are really about?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Author Credits: Reuben Saha<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Travelling with family in the summer isn\u2019t just about escaping the heat \u2013 it\u2019s about bonding, laughing, and making memories that last long after your tan fades. 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