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Mark & Embark5 Ways Sustainable Tourism Can Be More Than Environmental Factors AloneNote: While we continue giving you ideas for traveling more, during these times - Stay home, stay safe and revisit these ideas to plan your next holiday!
Welcome to the 9th episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Paripsa Pandya.
Travellers around the world are consciously moving towards sustainable tourism. People want to visit places that are undisturbed by mankind and enjoy that place’s local habitat. More and more people are choosing ways to leave less carbon footprint during their travel. However, sustainable tourism is no...
2020-03-2705 min
Mark & Embark5 Ways To Enjoy A Road Trip in an Outstation TaxiWelcome to the 8th episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Paripsa Pandya.
While the economy keeps getting bigger, cities keep expanding, our travel times too keep increasing. Since our daily commute keeps getting longer, we spend a lot of energy driving to work daily. Hence, when it comes to travelling, we opt for convenience. This comes in the form of outstation taxis.
Be it flying to a destination and travelling from there or going by road all the way, hiring an outstation taxi is a...
2020-03-0207 min
Mark & Embark6 Things To Know For First Time Travelers to IndiaWelcome to the 7th episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Paripsa.
India is one of the most diverse countries in the world. While the cultural diversity is impeccable, the varied landscapes are truly mind-blowing. With high-altitude mountains, mesmerizing oceans and vibrant cities, India has so much to offer the travelers. Since it is so rich in heritage and natural beauty, it is one of the most popular countries for travelers. However, travelling to India which is the biggest democracy in the world comes with its own set...
2020-02-2708 min
Mark & Embark4 Famous Hot Springs In India Which You Must ExperienceWelcome to the 6th episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
Hot water springs are a fascinating natural phenomenon that you should definitely include in your travel plans. We don’t see them prioritized very often in trip schedules, and when people come across some of them, they’re always pleasantly surprised. Indeed, there are quite a few hot springs in India, and many are mineral rich, therapeutic and rejuvenating. Often present in otherwise freezing locales, they provide a welcome respite from the cold, and many also...
2020-02-2406 min
Mark & Embark5 Reasons Why You Need to Hire a Scout!Welcome to the 5th episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
Travelers have changed a lot over the years. It is no longer just about visiting places that are famous and well-known. They want to visit new and offbeat destinations while understanding their culture. There is only so much that Google can help you with researching about a particular place. If you wish to truly enjoy a holiday, you have to experience the local essence of your chosen destination and who can give you better information...
2020-02-2106 min
Mark & Embark5 Travel Resolutions You Can Follow in 2020Welcome to the 4th episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
New Year has always been a time for fresh starts, resolutions and a chance to start a new story for yourself. If you like to travel, you could try to set some travel resolutions along with (or even instead of) your New Year resolutions. After all, travel gives you new experiences and a chance to discover more about the world and yourself. What could be a better set of resolutions than the ones related to...
2020-02-1707 min
Mark & Embark5 Places You Can Travel to in February and MarchWelcome to the 3rd episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
Long weekends are a great way to include more travel in your life. By judiciously using office leaves in combination with government holidays, you can enjoy a lot of trips over the course of the year. There are long weekends in India in February as well as March, so you might just be able to include two trips if you plan well! Long weekends have a way of rejuvenating our mind, body and soul – come ba...
2020-02-1206 min
Mark & EmbarkFollow Your Passion like Sarath ShenoyWelcome to the 2nd episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Vineet Rajan, the co-founder of ScoutMyTrip.
In this episode, Vineet catches up with Sarath Shenoy - an avid rider (not just a biker); who left the comfort of a high paying IT job to follow his passion - traveling.
For someone who likes to push the machine to the limits - he has one simple rule. Ride till it breaks. In this interview with Sarath, Vineet catches up on
Early inspirations
How he m...
2020-02-0545 min
The Indian Startup ShowWhere are they now? Vineet Rajan Co-founder of Scout My Trip on pivoting, new insights on the India travel market , growing 5x , expanding into S.E Asia, using virtual scouts & life changing road trips!This is an exciting new feature called Where Are They Now ? I catch up with previous guests who came on the show. I catch up With Vineet Rajan the co-founder of Scout My Trip India’s first subscription-based travel planner powered by local travel experts. He gives us an update on what’s been happening since I last spoke to him over 2 years ago including being recognised as being of the top 50 startups to watch in india. Talks about expanding into SouthEast Asia. He explains why they pivoted and now use virtual scouts, talks about raising $500k, talks about cont...
2020-02-0145 min
Mark & EmbarkCall Of The Roaring CyclesWelcome to the 1st episode of Season 3 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Vineet Rajan, the co-founder of ScoutMyTrip.
In this episode, Vineet catches up with Abhishek Raina - the man behind the biker platform - Roaring Cycles. Over the course of discussion, they speak about biking, his inspiration, what it means to be a biker, Roaring Cycles and finally their first edition of the Online Rider Awards 2020.
Abhishek is a passionate biker, a working professional, father, husband and loves telling stories. Having started Roaring Cycles in 2019...
2020-01-1227 min
Mark & Embark2019 - The Year That Was!Welcome to the 11th episode and the final episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Vineet Rajan, the co-founder of ScoutMyTrip.
When we conceptualized the whole idea behind ScoutMyTrip, the only thing on our minds was to make travel a more enjoyable experience for everyone. But, as we delved further, we learned more from our customers as to what they were looking for – more than a mere navigation map. They seek information like offbeat locations, restaurants, hygienic restrooms, home stays and more. Well, with endless miles in our tri...
2020-01-0819 min
Mark & Embark15 Off Beat Tourist Destinations In India That You Must Visit Before 2022Welcome to the 10th episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
On 15th August 2019, the 73rd Independence Day of India, PM Narendra Modi talked about promoting domestic tourism while addressing the nation from Red Fort. He said, “I know people travel abroad for holidays but can we think of visiting at least 15 tourist destinations across India before 2022 when we mark 75 years of independence.”
However, with the rise in the economy of these places through tourism, and with a growth in demand, their conditions are boun...
2019-12-1613 min
Mark & Embark6 Tiger Reserves in Madhya Pradesh That Are Open To ExploreWelcome to the 9th episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
Did you know that the ‘Heart of India’ is Madhya Pradesh? Why you ask? It is because, it is located in the central province or geographically in the heart of India. It is the second-largest state of India (by area) and fifth largest by population. Given its longitudinal and latitudinal stretch, the state has many features that make it rich and resourceful. It has the country’s largest diamond and copper reserves and rich mineral resourc...
2019-12-1209 min
Mark & EmbarkWhy Bhutan Should Be Your Next Travel DestinationWelcome to the 8th episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
Sandwiched between China and India, Bhutan wasn’t unified until the 17th century. Four hundred years later, the country’s doors were open to tourists officially in 1974. Bhutan is also known as the “Land of the Thunder Dragon”. It is a tiny country deep within the mighty Himalayas. Bhutan is complete with stunning landscapes, legendary ancient temples and fortresses, colorful festivals, spicy yet delicious food, and mostly its authenticity. Since it is known for its amazing...
2019-11-2712 min
Mark & Embark7 Reasons To Attend the Hornbill Festival of NagalandWelcome to the 7th episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
The "Hornbill Festival" finds its name after the colorful and large forest bird, the “Indian hornbill’. The bird is a symbol of ‘respect’ and ‘folklore’ for residents of Nagaland. Nagaland is also known as the ‘Land of Festivals’ and hence, the Hornbill festival was initiated by the State Tourism of Arts and Cultural Department, to promote their cultural heritage and showcase their tribal culture.
Nagaland is one of the ‘seven sisters’ of North-east India, which is home...
2019-11-2708 min
Mark & EmbarkSoul Tripping with Itisha MadhavWelcome to the 6th episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Sunaina Aiyappa.
From being the "Warrior with Ranks" to now being the "Woman on Wheels", Itisha has always been a patriot first! An Ex IAF officer, who climbed up the corporate ladder after her short service, has no looking back now! Mrs. Itisha Madhav has a passion for riding bikes and traveling where her work takes her or with the mere curiosity to explore.
What makes her journey special is the immense love and respect sh...
2019-11-2523 min
Mark & EmbarkXPD Beyond Frontiers with Meenakshi SaiWelcome to the 5th episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Vineet Rajan.
Meenakshi Sai knew that if she wanted to see places and enjoy travelling, she would need to get it done her way! From doing road trips within the country to going overseas, she managed to strike each of them off her list. Each time, she did it with even more zest and confidence than the previous road trip.
We talk to her in a breezy conversation we go in depth to know more about h...
2019-10-221h 01
Mark & Embark5 Famous Wildlife Sanctuaries In IndiaWelcome to the 4th episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
The top wildlife sanctuaries in India have a magnificent appeal which is a major tourist attraction. The diverse and rich wildlife is worth exploring. Watching the wild animals at their natural habitats is a thrilling experience for tourists, adventure freaks and nature lovers. Different wildlife sanctuaries have conserved wildlife successfully. These wildlife sanctuaries are spectacular to witness the beauty of dense forests as well as the flora and fauna.
To experience the exquisite w...
2019-10-0908 min
Mark & Embark7 Amazing Life Lessons Only Road Trips Can Teach YouWelcome to the 3rd episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
A road trip is just not about arriving at the destination. Neither just about having a good time on four wheels. It is an opportunity to break free from your mundane routine. It is a chance to explore the unexplored. Those carefree days speeding on highways or dirt roads clear your head. Driving has a therapeutic effect and gives you that chance to introspect.
Sometimes a road trip may not even end as y...
2019-09-2507 min
Mark & Embark5 Things You Should Know Before Your Road trip to NagalandWelcome to the 2nd episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
In this episode Myra talks about 5 essential things to know before a road trip Nagaland. Nagaland is a state in Northeast India, bordering Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Myanmar, and Manipur. It is one of the smallest states in India with an area but has a great variety of flora and fauna and deep and rich heritage.
If you’re planning to travel to Nagaland (and you should!), it’ll be nice to remember these cool...
2019-09-1706 min
The Ronit Mangnani ShowFrom Road Tripper to Entrepreneur ft. Vineet RajanOn this episode, Vineet Rajan, the Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer at ScoutMyTrip ( https://scoutmytrip.com/ ) talks about his journey of building a venture around his passion and answers niche business questions which keep popping up in the minds of aspiring entrepreneurs, including how to get funds for your business, how to validate your idea, how to save money in the beginning, should you work on your startup on the side of your day job or just focus on your startup, and a lot more!
Vineet's username on social media platforms: @workfromroad
Enjoy the episode and if you like it...
2019-09-0953 min
The Ronit Mangnani ShowFrom Road Tripper to Entrepreneur ft. Vineet RajanOn this episode, Vineet Rajan, the Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer at ScoutMyTrip ( https://scoutmytrip.com/ ) talks about his journey of building a venture around his passion and answers niche business questions which keep popping up in the minds of aspiring entrepreneurs, including how to get funds for your business, how to validate your idea, how to save money in the beginning, should you work on your startup on the side of your day job or just focus on your startup, and a lot more!
Vineet's username on social media platforms: @workfromroad
Enjoy the episode and if you like it...
2019-09-0953 min
The Ronit Mangnani ShowFrom Road Tripper to Entrepreneur ft. Vineet RajanOn this episode, Vineet Rajan, the Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer at ScoutMyTrip ( https://scoutmytrip.com/ ) talks about his journey of building a venture around his passion and answers niche business questions which keep popping up in the minds of aspiring entrepreneurs, including how to get funds for your business, how to validate your idea, how to save money in the beginning, should you work on your startup on the side of your day job or just focus on your startup, and a lot more!
Vineet's username on social media platforms: @workfromroad
Enjoy the episode and if you like it...
2019-09-0953 min
Mark & EmbarkRoad Trip Packing Checklist & EssentialsWelcome to the 1st episode of Season 2 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
In this episode Myra talks about the packing essentials for any road trip. While this list may sound very exhaustive, please keep in mind that this is considering longer road trips as well. While for short ones which could be for a weekend, you could skip on a few items - we would still advise having some basic items in your car always.
Lists are a lifesaver whenever you are planning a trip, be...
2019-09-0309 min
Mark & Embark5 Reasons You Need To Get Yourself A FastTag Now!Welcome to the 12th and the final episode of Season 1 of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
In this episode Myra talks about one of the niftiest innovations in the technology space to hit Indian Highways - The FASTag!
Haven’t you been seeing the FASTag mentioned on the news pretty often? In fact, it was recently declared that the FASTag will be made mandatory in a few months for all vehicles. So what exactly are the uses of a FASTag and why should you get it?
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2019-08-2104 min
Mark & EmbarkAshtavinayak Yatra Route and GuideWelcome to the 11th episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
In this episode Myra talks about one of most important pilgrimages for a devotee of Lord Ganesh - The Ashtavinayak Yatra. The blog post written by Vineet, co-founder of ScoutMyTrip has been relived through Myra's voice in first person.
Ganesh Chaturthi is just around the corner and everyone is gearing up for the festivities. For ten days, the streets of Maharashtra will resemble a carnival, with local stages, music, dance and celebrations of all kinds. I...
2019-08-0808 min
Mark & EmbarkThe Packing Checklist for a Ladakh Road TripWelcome to the 10th episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
In this episode Myra talks about packing for a safe and comfortable road trip to Ladakh - The land of high passes!
Ladakh, the place needs no introduction. Some call it ‘a paradise’ while some call it ‘heaven on earth’. Well, according to some it is the only place which gives you mental peace and tranquility. Whatever the reason, if a trip to Ladakh is in your list of places to travel, then be sure to tick it...
2019-08-0111 min
Mark & EmbarkThe Ultimate Car Checklist Before a Road TripWelcome to the ninth episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
In this episode we will talk about how we spend countless hours planning a road trip; we seldom spend time in prepping the vehicle to perform to it’s fullest on the highway. To make this simpler, we’ve put together a list of 20 must do items for a complete car checklist before a road trip. There even a bonus point which we would advise you to take with a pinch of salt!
We spoke to 7...
2019-07-2911 min
Mark & EmbarkRoad Tripping for Senior CitizensWelcome to the eighth episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this episode is Myra Naik.
In this episode Myra talks about road tripping for senior citizens and what one specially needs to keep in mind. Senior citizens travel too, maybe not as much as youngsters but they would definitely want to! Many retirees have travel on the top of their bucket list. They have worked hard, provided for their family, and now after their retirement, they want to see the beauty that the world has to offer. Truly their golden years if...
2019-07-1908 min
Mark & EmbarkWandering Beyond Boundaries with Nidhi and Col. SattyWelcome to the seventh episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this season is the co-founder - Vineet Rajan.
In this episode we talk to the dynamic duo of Nidhi Salgame and Col. Satinder Malik who are wandering beyond all boundaries.
Wander Beyond Boundaries was co-founded by Nidhi Salgame Tiwari (the 1st woman to drive a trans-continental distance from Delhi to London and the 1st Indian to drive to the Pole of Cold in north-eastern Siberia) and Col. S Malik, SM, Retd. (an ex. Army man having served for 24 years with...
2019-07-1442 min
Mark & EmbarkInterview with Dilip Sawant - KAKAWelcome to the sixth episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this season is the co-founder - Vineet Rajan.
We are back from the season break and in this episode we talk to one of the most popular and revered riders in the biking fraternity - Dilip Sawant aka Kaka. Having ridden over a lac kilometers on his Royal Enfield christened 'Red Hawk'; Kaka has been there and done it all. After having mentored so many riders over the years, he continues to inspire and guide thousands.
Kaka is a great...
2019-03-0556 min
Mark & EmbarkDriving in Indian Highway ConditionsWelcome to the fifth episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this season is the co-founder - Vineet Rajan.
In this episode we will talk about driving more safely and effectively on Indian highways. The reason why we felt this episode is important is because of too many variables like not just average roads, but even people, cattle and just plain bad driving.
Summarizing all the points discussed in the podcast. I would advise you to listen to the podcast to know about each of these in detail.
Timings
Lanes...
2018-12-2111 min
Mark & EmbarkUsing Google Maps for Road TripsWelcome to the fourth episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this season is the co-founder - Vineet Rajan.
In this episode we will talk about using mapping technologies like Google Maps and ScoutMyTrip for making navigation on a road trip easier and less trouble free.
In this episode we talk about:
Issues faced when navigating using Google Maps or other mapping technologies.
Solutions to the issues faced
I had mentioned that I would be adding show notes for a couple of tricks with Google...
2018-12-1307 min
Mark & EmbarkDriving In A Convoy BasicsWelcome to the third episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this season is the co-founder - Vineet Rajan.
In this episode we will go into convoy driving techniques from experience. This is more suited for car convoys compared to biking ones which we will talk about in another episode.
The episode is split into three parts
Preparing for the convoy drive and briefing before the drive
Convoy Driving Techniques
Stopping techniques so everyone is always together
If you would want to read about this you can also check o...
2018-11-2712 min
Mark & EmbarkRoad Tripping in LadakhWelcome to the second episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this season is the co-founder - Vineet Rajan.
This episode looks at the recommended itinerary for Ladakh which is longish and 19 days in all starting from Delhi and ending there. With the in-house expertise of Neeraj Sinha (Yayawar) we've made this route which includes places which are off most the road trip maps of Ladakh.
You can look at reducing this to 12 odd days by removing some of the places.
*Links mentioned on the podcast for further reading. *
2018-11-2218 min
Mark & EmbarkRoad Tripping in the Rann of KutchWelcome to the first episode of the Mark and Embark Podcast by ScoutMyTrip. The host for this season is the co-founder - Vineet Rajan.
Links mentioned on the podcast for further reading
Rann of Kutch - More about the plan you're road tripping to!
History of Kutch
Indus River Floods - How the salt plains were formed
Lakhpat- The Ghost Town
Narayan Sarovar / Koteshwar
Stay options to consider in the Rann of Kutch
Ahmedabad: Budget options like Treebo Hotels
Little Rann of...
2018-11-2111 min
The Musafir Stories - India Travel Podcast37: TMS Specials - Road Trippers Club with Vineet & DeepakThis week, The Musafir Stories speaks to Vineet and Deepak, the duo behind the sparkling new initiative called Road Trippers Club - A road travel club for road trip enthusiasts, beginners and those who love hitting the roads on four wheels - Camaraderie on four wheels! #KeepTheRhythmAlive Prerequisites - 4 wheels! Just sign up on www.roadtrippersclub.com and you are good to go! Packing - Specifics vary depending upon the trip. Once you have signed up and join a micro-group, the Team captain will breif everyone about the preparation and packing list. Time...
2018-05-3137 min
The Indian Startup ShowEp81: Vineet Rajan , Co-Founder of Scout My Trip - On building India's premier do-it-yourself platform for road trips .When Vineet was 5 years old, his dad shoved him into a car and took him on his first ever road trip! Now he is the co-founder of Scout My Trip, a platform & planner for road trips anywhere in India, they are doing really well. Its a big market 90% of all travel today is by road. 60% of all vacations today are road trips. We talk about how he got 5,000 signups before launching, being part of a tech accelerator, mistakes he has made on the way, to being profitable. We also talk about amazing road trips you can try, His passion...
2018-04-2837 min