As the first rains lash Mumbai, transforming the bustling city into a wet wonderland, it's the perfect time to consider a monsoon getaway. The Western Ghats come alive with a verdant flourish, waterfalls cascade down mountainsides, and serene lakes glisten under a dramatic sky. Think destinations like Malshej Ghat, Mahabaleshwar, Matheran, Igatpuri and Panchgani for a quick weekend getaway.