India, Aug. 2 -- Some places feel made for the monsoon, and Coorg is one of them. Mornings begin with mist hanging over the hills, afternoons disappear behind sudden showers and every pathway glistens after the rain. I packed exactly what most people would. Sneakers, plenty of socks and rain-friendly outfits.

By the end of the trip, I realised I had been reaching for one pair far more than everything else I had packed. A pair of Ludic Footwear Cloudframe slides quietly became my go-to for almost every casual outing around the resort.

Don't get me wrong, the sneakers were still the best choice for long walks, coffee plantation hikes and physical activities. But the in-between is where the slides shone!

I have always had a soft spot for ...