Monsoon Travel – Pros & Cons

Heavy down pour of water, floods, landslides, traffic jams, delays in reaching the destination, poor visibility. Sounds adventurous? Inspite of its odds, we all wait for the arrival of monsoon after brawling with heat for several months. During summer, we escape to the hills or beach. And in monsoon curl up in your bed? There is rise in people who love to travel during monsoon.

Here are a few pointers for monsoon travelers:

Monsoon, a good time for travel

• Discounts everywhere! – Monsoon is the best time to grab discount travel offers. Whether you are looking for air travel or a good deal for staying in hotels, here is good news. You can get all of these when it starts raining. And packages too. Contact your travel agent and get hold of the best offer.
• Thin tourist crowds – Many of us often shy away from traveling during the heavy down pour. This means, for those who love to chill out in the rain, expect less crowds and enjoy to the fullest.
• Pleasant weather – Forget blazing sun and sweating. Traveling is bliss when it rains as it is chilly. The surroundings will look greener.

Low-Down

Along with its benefits, come the shortcomings of travel during monsoon which could go to the extent of messing up your holiday plans!

• Expect delays: Delays are a part of monsoon. For instance, due to poor visibility you may not be able to drive at a speed as planned or as you do during sunny days. There may be delays or cancellations – of flights and trains. Be prepared for all these unexpected delays when you get ready for monsoon holiday!
• Traps, when it rains: Getting trapped due to traffic jams, floods, landslides etc are part of the heavy rains.
• Booking tickets & rooms: Due to the possible unexpected delays, it is better to avoid book connecting flights or rails. As with hotels, you can book over phone or email. If for any reason, you aren’t able to make it to the hotel on the said day, give them a call and book for another date.