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You see how AirAsia is now flying to Port Blair? Very interesting. You see how we can now travel directly there? Very mindful. You see how we’re already planning our next vacay? Very cutesy.
But first—Port Blair, who she?
Port Blair is the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and is sat at the northeastern Indian Ocean. It’s also the main gateway to the beautiful islands that lie ahead.
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So, what kinda vacay can I expect in Port Blair?
#1 Get your history fix
Historic landmarks may not be that girl, but these ones slap!
At Port Blair, you’ll lurvee the infamous Cellular Jail, also known as Kala Pani. Tbf, this jail was used by the Brits to exile political prisoners and was an important part of India’s struggle for independence. It’s a memorial/national museum today, and even has a beautiful light and sound show in the evenings!
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Besides that, you can also stop by Ross Island (a 15-minute ferry ride from Port Blair) to visit British colonial architecture that includes a bakery, church, and British officer’s club.
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Another attraction that’s a cool check-out is the Naval Marine Museum (Samudrika). Take a scroll along its walkways as you learn more about the history of the Andaman people, archeology, marine life, and then some.
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#2 Maybe an ‘everything I ate in Port Blair’ TikTok?
Ngl, Port Blair is filled with go-to local delights. You’ll be so full, but still want to eat some more. 🤭
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They have bomb fish curry, prawn pakora, prawn briyani, pani puri, vada pav, and grilled lobster. To get your hands on these yummy eats, head on over to Marina Park Road, or opposite Aberdeen jetty in the evenings for burgers, noodles, and pav bhaji.
A MUST-GO of course, is the Aberdeen Bazaar, where you’ll not only find the best street food, but also the cayootest souvenirs!
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#3 Or stick with the OG – sunshine and tan lines 😉
Right smack in the middle of the Andaman Islands, there’s no greater flex than smelling like a beach goddess! Some of the best beaches to visit when you get to Port Blair are:
Radhanagar beach on Havelock Island
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How to get there: Take a ferry from Port Blair to Havelock Island (2 to 3 hours). From Havelock Jetty, it’s about a 30-minute drive to Radhanagar Beach.
What can I do there: Get your tan on, #sunsetvibes pics, walks by the beach
Elephant beach on Havelock Island
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How to get there: Take a ferry from Port Blair to Havelock Island (2 to 3 hours). From Havelock Jetty, you can take a boat (20 to 25 minutes) or trek to Elephant Beach.
What can I do there: Snorkel, scuba-dive, glass-bottom boat rides
Laxmanpur beach on Neil Island
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How to get there: Take a ferry from Port Blair to Neil Island (1 to 2 hours). From Neil Jetty, it’s a short 2km walk or drive to Laxmanpur Beach.
What can I do there: Pick seashells, fall in love with rocks, take a dip in the water
How are you not in love with Port Blair?!
From holiday fits to life is better in flip flops, this’ll be a vacay you and your moots won’t forget! New holiday standard unlocked!