IMMERSIVE Episode - Exploring Bangalore, India: Dosas, Rickshaw Chaos and Lush Parks

🎙 Episode Title: IMMERSIVE Episode - Exploring Bangalore, India: Dosas, Rickshaw Chaos and Lush Parks

Do you want to feel immersed in Bangalore? Feel the traffic? Hear the birds in Cubbon Park? Listen to our reaction to eating dosas? Learn about Bangalore Palace? And more?

This episode is for you! I have added sounds from my trip to Bangalore, alongside my reaction on the ground and post-trip. There is lots of information, wanderlust, and inspiration to get you thinking about booking that trip to Bangalore, India. I love creating these episodes as I can take you with me on my journey through the city over two days. More details of the episode are below.

Summary

After eight years, I’m back in India—this time for a media trip with Karnataka Tourism for the Travel Expo 2025! With a few extra days in Bangalore, I set out to explore the vibrant culture, chaotic streets, lush parks, and legendary food scene of India’s third-largest city. From crispy dosas to rickshaw rides, grand palaces to bustling microbreweries, this episode is a full-on immersive experience in Bangalore.

🚖 What to Expect in This Episode:

✅ My journey from Vancouver to Bangalore (22 hours of travel!)

✅ First impressions of Bangalore’s traffic, noise, and energy

✅ Must-visit places:

• Cubbon Park – The “Lung Space” of Bangalore
• UB City – India’s first luxury mall
• Bangalore Palace – A glimpse into royal history
• Commercial Street – A vibrant shopping hub
• Frazer Town – Colonial charm & diverse food scene
• ISKCON Temple – A spiritual experience like no other
• ✅ Foodie Highlights:
• Rameshwaram Café – The best dosas & filter coffee in town!
• Dolce Café – A cozy spot for coffee & desserts
• Oz by Kebabchi – A taste of Turkish cuisine in Bangalore
• ✅ Experiencing Bangalore’s legendary pub culture at The Bierre Club
• ✅ Reflections on why Bangalore is a must-visit destination in South India

🌍 Final Thoughts:

Bangalore surprised me in so many ways—from its modern tech hub energy to its serene green spaces and bustling street life. Would I return? 100%! And I can’t wait to explore more of Karnataka in the future.

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro – Back in India after 8 years! Media trip with Karnataka Tourism for the Travel Expo 2025. First impressions of Bangalore.

01:30 – Bangalore vs. Delhi: What to Expect? – Traffic, chaos, and energy of the city. How different is Bangalore from Delhi?

02:30 – 22-Hour Journey from Vancouver to Bangalore – Flying with Cathay Airways (great legroom!). Arriving at Kempegowda International Airport at 1:30 AM. The buzz, camera crews, and first moments in Bangalore.

04:00 – First Stop: Cubbon Park – The Lush “Lung Space” of Bangalore – A peaceful escape in the middle of the city. Exploring walking routes, nature sounds, and morning vibes.

06:40 – Coffee Break at Dolci Café ☕️ – A cozy café with an Americano & Oreo cheesecake.

07:10 – Exploring UB City: India’s First Luxury Mall – Meeting David from the Travel in 10 podcast. Trying Turkish cuisine at Oz by Kebabchi.

08:30 – Bangalore Palace: A Royal Experience 👑 – Inspired by Windsor Castle. 500 rupee entrance fee & no photos allowed inside. Free audio guide with fascinating history.

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