Field notes from the islands

Everything worth knowing before you sail

Ferry routes and timings, the beaches worth the trip, what a week actually costs — written by the people who run the boats.

Plan Your Trip The Cost of Living in Andaman for a Month: A Budget Guide for Slow Travelers (2026) The truth is, living in the Andamans isn't about how much money you have—it's about how much "island intel" you have. If… · 2 min read Ferries and Getting Around Long-Stay Guide to Havelock: How to Rent a Cottage for a Month or More (2026) So, you’ve decided to quit the 9-to-5 grind—or at least take it to the beach. You’ve read my guide on [Workations]… · 3 min read Ferries and Getting Around Workation in Andaman: The Best Cafes and Resorts with Reliable Wi-Fi for Digital Nomads (2026 Guide) I’ve got good news and a reality check for you. Ever since the undersea optical fiber cable was laid in 2020… · 3 min read Ferries and Getting Around You Want the Fastest Andaman Ferry? Here's Exactly Where to Book It. (2026 Guide) Okay, so you want to book Nautika. You type "book Nautika" into Google and... oh no. You're hit with 20 different… · 4 min read Ferries and Getting Around Which Ferry Service Offers the Most Reliable Schedules for Andaman & Nicobar Trips? (The 2026 Tell-All Guide) Nautika was built with a simple premise: to be the fastest and most dependable. Its on-time departure record is its… · 4 min read Islands and Beaches A Guide to Andaman and Nicobar Islands Vacation Packages (2026) Planning a trip to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is an exciting prospect, and one of the first options you'll… · 3 min read Ferries and Getting Around A Guide to Flights to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands (2026) Your incredible adventure to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands begins the moment you book your flight. For nearly every… · 4 min read Stay and Eat The Best Hotels in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands: A Complete Guide (2026) After the thrill of booking your travel to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the next exciting step is choosing your… · 3 min read Ferries and Getting Around Andaman for Senior Citizens: A Guide to a Safe & Comfortable Trip (2026) The serene beauty and tranquil atmosphere of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands make it a wonderful destination for… · 4 min read Islands and Beaches One Day in Neil Island: A Perfect Itinerary for a Tranquil Escape (2026) You have just one day to soak in the serene, laid-back charm of Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep). Is it possible to… · 3 min read Islands and Beaches One Day in Port Blair: The Perfect Itinerary for a Short Trip (2026) You have just one day in Port Blair. Perhaps it's the start of your Andaman and Nicobar adventure, the end of it, or a… · 3 min read Islands and Beaches One Day in Havelock: The Perfect Itinerary for a Day Trip (2026) You have just one day to experience the magic of Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep). Is it possible to see the best of this… · 3 min read