Travel With Vari was not built from a business strategy. It was shaped through years of lived journeys across India.
I am Varidhi, a traveler at heart, a designer by profession and the founder of Travel With Vari. For more than a decade, I have explored India not as a tourist but as someone who truly wants to understand a place. I have travelled solo, with friends, with family and in groups across mountains, deserts, coastlines, villages and cities.
For me, travel has never been about ticking destinations off a list. It has always been about staying longer, observing closely and forming a connection that feels personal.
How It All Began
My love for travel comes from my family. My mother and grandfather carried the same curiosity for discovering new places and that passion naturally became a part of me.
Over the past 10 to 12 years, I have travelled extensively across India—from the quiet lanes of Old Manali to the vast landscapes of Ladakh, from the beaches of Goa to the heritage cities of Rajasthan, from the hills of Sikkim to the culturally rich regions of the East.
I do not believe in rushing through destinations. My journeys usually begin with at least 10 to 15 days in one region and often extend into months. I prefer to stay, observe and understand. I learn about the local families, the food traditions, the sunrise points, the hidden cafés, the untouched trails and the everyday rhythm of life.
When I spend time in a place, it slowly begins to feel like home.
Travel That Shapes Perspective
Travel has shaped me in more ways than one. As an interior designer, I draw inspiration from architecture, textures, landscapes and cultural details that I experience during my journeys.
Beyond design, travel has shaped my perspective emotionally and personally. It builds patience, awareness and respect for diversity. Living within different regions allows you to see beyond surface beauty and understand what truly defines a destination.
India especially cannot be understood in a single visit. Its landscapes shift dramatically. Its cuisine, climate, languages and traditions change every few hundred kilometers. It is layered, diverse and deeply rewarding when experienced with time and intention.
Why Travel With Vari Was Created
Over the years, many people asked me a simple question: Why don’t you curate journeys the way you travel?
They were not looking for standard packages. They wanted depth, balance and authenticity. They wanted to experience destinations slowly with meaning and comfort.
That is how Travel With Vari came to life.
This brand is an extension of my personal journey. Every itinerary I create carries my lived experiences, my favourite discoveries and my understanding of each region. These are not ready-made templates. They are thoughtfully designed journeys inspired by years of exploration.
Travel That Shapes Perspective
When I design a journey, I reflect on a few essential questions:
What makes this destination special beyond its highlights?
Where can travelers slow down and truly connect?
Which stays reflect the spirit of the region?
How can comfort and authenticity exist together?
What small details will make this experience memorable?
I curate for travelers who value culture, landscapes, food and local life. Whether it is Himachal, Ladakh, Goa, Rajasthan or a lesser-known town, the intention remains consistent—to create journeys that feel real, balanced and deeply considered.
More Than Travel It Is Hosting
At heart, I am someone who loves to host. I find joy in introducing others to places that have shaped me.
Travel With Vari is not about mass tourism. It is about meaningful journeys, personal connections and sharing India through my perspective.
Every itinerary holds a memory for me. Every region has influenced me in some way.
My purpose is simple: to help you experience India with time, understanding and a genuine sense of connection.
— Varidhi Mehra
Founder, Travel With Vari