While searching for Airbnbs in Chiang Mai, we stumbled upon this charming homestay called Lucklub, nestled within what the description called an artists’ village, just 7 km from the city center. The name ‘Baan Kang Wat’ was mentioned in the description, and it was a place I had never heard of before! Curiously enough, I
To the people I met in Egypt, It’s been nearly a month since we returned from Egypt, but I’m still suffering from post-trip blues. Even now, I wake up thinking about those slow mornings in Zamalek, sipping pistachio lattes from the cozy coffee shop next door, strolling through quiet streets that eventually spilled into the
If you’ve always thought that Siem Reap is all about the ruins of Angkor, we’re here to tell you what else this gorgeous city has in store! From exploring the rural life to enjoying the culinary delights, rare flora and fauna, as well as getting in tune with your spiritual side, there’s so much that
This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase through them. We’ve all grown up seeing photographs of the Twelve Apostles – magnificent rock stacks that rise majestically from the Southern Ocean on Victoria’s dramatic coastline, and reading about them
I had always heard that train journeys in Sri Lanka are dreamy and breathtaking. And honestly, during my solo trip to Sri Lanka, I wanted to experience the train journey just to see if it was worth the hype. While the most famous route is the 7 to 8–hour ride from Kandy to Ella, I
When we think of Thailand, images of turquoise waters, tropical islands, vibrant street markets, and the energy of Bangkok usually come to mind. Rarely do we associate the country with stories from World War II, or with one of the most haunting chapters of modern history. In fact, growing up, I don’t remember Thailand ever
“The rain stops and my friend departs. I wish he had stayed, I wish the rain had not stopped so soon.” -Ruskin Bond. It was just another day when I met ‘this person’. He came to JNU to play football with my friends. A brief interaction, some words exchanged over alcohol and dinner, and I
“Sunset felucca ride on the Nile? You know how much?” “Egyptian boat ride. Indian price. Brother, come.” “Very cheap price. One hour on the Nile. Only 10 Dollars!” As we strolled down the Nile Corniche in Luxor, the familiar calls echoed around us. By now, nearly a week into our journey through Egypt, we were
“There’s no time to be bored in a world as beautiful as this!” These words kept echoing in my mind as the flight was about to touch down in Leh. For a moment, the view from the window made me forget all the woes of life, filling my heart with immense joy. Ladakh had been
On World Environment Day, while the world speaks of sustainability and urgent climate action, it’s also a moment to turn inwards and ask – how are we, as individuals and organisations, growing? In the rush of meetings, deadlines, and screen time, have we lost sight of the deeper, quieter ways to learn and evolve? Wildlife
It is rightly said that we always tend to set out for the things that are far from us, and often forget those right around the corner. When we learned about ‘Rajbari Bawali’, we felt the same way. About an hour’s drive from Kolkata, in the quaint village of Bawali, lies this grand 350-year-old boutique
Bangkok is usually sold in the same familiar package: the Grand Palace, Wat Arun, Chatuchak market, rooftop bars, and chaotic tuk-tuk rides. And yes, those are worth seeing! But the real magic of Bangkok begins after you stop chasing the checklist. So here are a bunch of hidden gems in Bangkok that nobody talks about,
To The One Who Loves to Chase Sunsets, I know how you feel while witnessing the sun kissing the horizon. Well, I’m not a morning person either, and I’ve missed more sunrises than I can count! And honestly, I’m okay with that. But sunsets? I chase them like they’re calling my name. There’s something about