India, June 5 -- The monsoons are upon us, well, almost. Think of a periodic spell of rain and then abrupt harsh sunlight, and then both together. Either way, the weather gods of Mumbai must be having an absolute ball. When the weather gets cranky, I take it as a sign to leave the city for a more pleasant destination, as do multitudes of others. Good thing for me, I get to do both together, after all, leaving for home is leaving for Goa. Not before I pack my bags with my Myntra essentials, however, which trust me are quite essential (I travel light).

You see, there's something almost spiritual about zipping open a suitcase that fits all my things just right. And for me, the trip begins with that single satisfying click of the suitcase b...