The Journal

Stories From Above the Clouds

Field notes on the monsoon, the hills, and everything we've learned running a resort above Lonavala.

Lonavala in the Monsoon: A Guide to Cloud 9's Rainiest Season

Why the Western Ghats — and Cloud 9 — are built for the rains, and how to plan a stay around them.

A practical guide to picking between a private villa and a hillside cottage, depending on who you're travelling with.

From lawn logistics to monsoon backup plans — what couples ask us most before booking a wedding at Cloud 9.

What a Cloud 9 evening actually looks like once the sun drops behind the Ghats.

From the first breakfast service to the last bonfire log — a look at how the resort actually runs.

Beyond the usual stops — a short list of quieter viewpoints within reach of Cloud 9.