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
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
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
I’m sure that each one of you reading this article will have that one friend in mind who has perhaps ditched you for a Goa trip! But my story has been a bit different. Debolina and I last traveled together to Thailand in 2019 and spent 48 amazing hours in Koh Phi Phi, but in
For a long time, Bangladesh had held a special place on my travel bucket list, all thanks to my grandmother who hailed from this land and would regale me with stories from her childhood. I had painted countless pictures of this country in my mind before I finally had the opportunity to visit it. Four
Planning a trip to Turkey and wondering whether you should book a cave hotel in Cappadocia? Well, Cappadocia feels like a place suspended between reality and fantasy. With its soft, sculpted landscapes, honeycombed cliffs, and the whimsical fairy chimneys rising from the earth, it’s the kind of destination that quietly takes your breath away. Each
I was in Ho Chi Minh City back in 2019, all set to welcome 2020, and as the clock struck midnight, the sky above the Saigon River exploded into a riot of colours. Fireworks lit up the skyline, and the whole of Nguyễn Huệ Walking Street came alive with cheers of “Chúc Mừng Năm Mới
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