Located in the small town of Deshnoke in the state of Rajasthan, India, the Karni Mata Temple is a unique and intriguing place of worship that draws visitors from around the world. Known as the Rat Temple, this sacred site … Read More
I came face to face with him. His plump belly dripping with sweat protruding forth. The whites of his eyes were bright, his irises deep brown like shiny pennies. Strands of yellow and magenta marigolds hung around his neck. I … Read More
I made my way by foot to the main hub where all the boats were docked. The daunting task of negotiating began. It was the Thingyan Festival so I already knew prices would be at least double. I managed to … Read More
It was already dark when we arrived in Yangon. I was surprised at how quiet the biggest city in Myanmar was. There wasn’t anyone in sight, and it was eerily quiet. We needed to look for a hotel so we … Read More
Although I usually try to find something good about every place I visit keeping in mind that simply being there is a privilege in itself, there’s the odd time when I’m more likely looking forward to leaving than to exploring. … Read More
There was something fishy about La Libertad. This small coastal town bore a dreamy name, Freedom, but what made it so appealing was anything but. The air was hot and heavy and clung stubbornly to my clothes. My nose … Read More
Si Phan Don or 4000 Islands, is where the Mekong river is split into smaller waterways. Numerous islets create a stunning archipelago. After nearly one month of traveling through Laos, I chose to end my adventures on the island of … Read More
Nestled in a lush valley reminiscent of a masterpiece painting, the ancient town of Luang Prabang is located in Northern Laos at the confluence of the Mekong river and the less imposing Nam Kahn river. The cobbled sidewalks embellished with … Read More
In today’s world of perfect Instagram photos, it’s easy to believe that travelling is always carefree. But, the reality is that traveling isn’t always pretty. It can get dirty, messy and uncomfortable. It’s also been known to induce a few tears as … Read More
While I was in Ho Chi Minh City, I booked a tour to visit the Cai Rang floating market. Many agencies in the backpacker district offer such tours. I picked a random one. The tour included transportation, one night accommodation, … Read More
UPDATE 2018: I went back to the Thai Blind Massage and was really disappointed with the masseuse who was assigned to me (the man that lovingly tortured me in this post didn’t seem to be there). I enjoy rigorous massages … Read More
Paksong is a tranquil town untouched by the deafening buzz of the present world. It’s huddled away almost unnoticed by drivers whizzing by on the smartly paved main road. Its streets remain mostly covered in amber-colored dust which lifts and … Read More
On our last day in Mumbai, we were debating going to Dharavi – one of the biggest slums in Asia. The slums were made famous by the movie Slumdog Millionaire (which, by the way, had an excellent soundtrack). As we … Read More
The Wagah border ceremony is a daily military practice that takes place at the India-Pakistan border near the village of Wagah. This iconic event has become a symbol of the longstanding rivalry between the two countries, as well as a … Read More
Nestled amidst the lush landscapes of central Sri Lanka lies Pidurangala Rock, a hidden gem that offers visitors a unique and awe-inspiring hiking experience. While neighboring Sigiriya Rock may steal the spotlight with its historical significance and iconic ruins, Pidurangala … Read More
The prettiest train rides I’ve ever taken thus far were in Sri Lanka. Traveling by train is one of my favorite modes of transportation (far surpassing planes). Train travel allows me to have unique experiences with locals I otherwise wouldn’t … Read More
Have you ever thought about boarding down an active volcano in Nicaragua? Yes, you read that right – an active volcano. This justifiably elicits a whole slew of one-syllable questions and possibly an acronym: Huh? What? Where? Why? and WTF? … Read More
During our one-week vacation in Nicaragua, we stayed at the all-inclusive resort Barcelo Montelimar Beach Hotel. The resort was located in the small fishing village of Masachapa which was close enough to visit the rest of Nicaragua. On our third … Read More