Baan Kang Wat: A Paradise for Art Lovers in Chiang Mai
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
An Open Letter to The People I Met in Egypt
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
Things To Do in Siem Reap Beyond The Angkor | Travel Guide
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
The Great Ocean Road: Experiencing Australia’s Most Scenic Drive
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
Nuwara Eliya To Ella Train Ride, Sri Lanka | The Ultimate Travel Guide
The train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella is one of those journeys — winding through misty tea plantations, lush green valleys and little mountain villages, with breathtaking views at almost every turn. It’s slow, scenic and wonderfully unhurried, offering a glimpse of Sri Lanka that you simply can’t experience from the road. I had
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The Ghosts of Prague: A Walk Through the City’s Darker Side
If you’re in Prague, you simply have to meet the Ghosts of Prague! Join a night walking tour through the city’s medieval streets and hear the eerie legends, mysterious tales and centuries-old stories that come alive after dark. Prague has always seemed like a city made for stories. Its Gothic spires, medieval lanes, old
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My Encounter With ‘This Person’: From Strangers to Friends
“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
A Sunset Felucca Ride on The Nile, Luxor | Stories from Egypt
“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
‘Home Is Where the Heart Is’
We all have dreams – some realistic, some not-so-realistic – yet we dream because that’s what makes us feel alive!
The itch for wanderlust isn’t something new for me, as I’ve been feeling this for more than half a decade now! While most of the people around me are choosing to settle, I gladly chose to unsettle.
Now that I have got a piece of my heart beating in the Himalayas, another piece on the beaches of Oz, and yet another amidst the wilderness of Africa, I can happily say – “The World is my Home!”
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The Google of Spiti*
‘Knock! Knock’ We were all sitting in our room post-lunch, before setting out for Kibber, when Murli walked in. With him, was this tiny boy who had shining eyes and a mellow smile. “Meet Singye. Yeh mujhe market mein mila”, (I met him at the market) Murli said in his not-so-good Hindi. But his expression
12 Months, 12 Trips: Here’s Where We Traveled Without Quitting Our Jobs
2017 has been an amazing year for us, as we got to travel far and wide, going back to some of our favorite places and exploring some new ones. While we got to backpack together, we did take a few solo trips as well. There were trips which we took with a bunch of our
10 Best Cafés & Restaurants In Leh, According to the Locals of Ladakh!
As you set out for your adventures in Leh and get mesmerized by the enchanting landscapes, you’ll also get to try some delectable delicacies. While this land of captivating nature will never fail to give you goosebumps, the culinary delights would be nothing less! And in case you’re a foodie like me, you’ll be spoilt
Winter Roadtrip In Spiti Valley | Spotting Snow Leopards in Spiti
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. In the words of Jane Wilson-Howarth, “The mountains were so wild and so stark and so beautiful that I wanted to cry. I breathed in another wonderful moment to
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An Open Letter to Those Who Love to Chase Sunsets
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
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