Thinking of travel in 2021? Keep in mind these long weekends in 2021, and plan your vacations.

Sneak away some offs and plan your vacations during these long weekends in 2021!

Life in 2020 mostly included working from home in Pyjamas, sleeping all day, and thinking when the quarantine life would be over. We often looked at our old travel photos and sometimes uploaded them on our gram too. However, with little hope of vaccine to arrive in early 2021, life might get back to the tracks of normalcy. A life where you will no longer have to stare at the photos of your old trips, you can venture out to explore what was left before the pandemic. Here, we have come up with the list of those long weekends in 2021 when you resume travelling around the country again.

New Year- January 1 to January 3
(Friday to Sunday)

Where to: From trekking to camping, Manali is one of the best places in North India to visit during the New Year. However, for those living in the South, you can trust going to Gokarna, Karnataka. Parties at the beach under the open sky! Who doesn't want that?

Mahashivratri- March 11 to March 14 (Thursday to Sunday, take a holiday on Friday)

Where to: With the onset of spring, Mahabaleshwar in Maharashtra becomes a favourite spot for wanderers. It is covered with lush green forests, juicy strawberries, and provides a soothing environment throughout the day. After all, it's a 4-day holiday, and Mahabaleshwar is worth giving a try.

Good Friday and Easter Sunday- April 2 to April 4
(Friday to Sunday)

Where to: If you were waiting to try your hand in scuba diving, end it now by going to the beautiful island of Andaman and Nicobar. The temperature during this month is around 27°C to 32°C. But, if you are a resident of South India, the best and convenient place for you is Coorg, Karnataka. It has beautiful deep valleys and dense forests with a comforting climate. The place is also popular for rafting and trekking.

Eid Ul Fitr- May 13 to 16 (Thursday to Sunday, take off on Friday)

Where to: Long weekends in 2021 also includes the time of summer. Scorching heat, hot weather, and 4-day off from the office! Can it be any other place than mountains, then? Of course no! So, pack your bags during this time to enjoy lying on the hills of Himachal and Uttarakhand.

Janmashtami- August 28 to 30 (Saturday to Monday)

Where to: Make the most use of this time by visiting the city of lakes- Udaipur, Rajasthan. The weather during this time is most pleasant for visitors. If you are looking for a place in the southern parts of the country, Hampi in Karnataka can be a good option too. The city has various forts, palaces, shrines, and temples. So, now you know where to celebrate the festival this time!

Mahanavami, Dussehra, and Eid-e-Milad -Oct 14 to 19 (Saturday to Monday)

Where to: If you have still not seen the famous Durga Puja of Kolkata, this is the right time to visit the city. With beautiful idols of goddess Durga to rituals performed there, you will have an unforgettable experience. If not Kolkata, Wayanad in Kerala can be the perfect pick. The place is popular for waterfalls, lakes, birdwatching spots, and caves. And, who can forget the sight of the Arabian sea! 

Diwali- Nov 5 to Nov 7 (Friday to Sunday)

Where to: With the advent of the winter season, Mount Abu in Rajasthan becomes the best place to visit. Nakki lake is a popular spot in this hill station situated in the Aravalli range. However, if you are an all-time coffee fan, you must-visit Chikmagalur in Karnataka, famous for coffee harvesting. From berry picking to coffee processing, you will experience something different this time.

Christmas- December 24 to 26 (Friday to Sunday)

Where to: As the year comes to an end, say goodbye to half of India and visit the heaven of our country -Kashmir. Be it Dal lake or apple trees, the city will enchant you and will not let you come back to your city. But if you are the one who is not a fan of the cold season, Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala is the best option. Imagine roaming the streets full of greenery and culture. What else one needs to revive the mind!

Also Read: Lost chronicles of Himachal Pradesh: Explore the Unexplored hill stations

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