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10 Things To Do in Rishikesh in a 3-Day Itinerary And Their Order To Have A Meaningful Trip
Compressing the highs of Rishikesh in a few days while letting you get a feel of the special energy of the place.
Jan 218 min read
3 Foreigner-Friendly Digital Nomad Hubs With Conscious Communities in India: A Personal Guide
I've worked by the emerald waters of the Ganga, in the lap of the Himalayas and done Slack in a Shack in Goa.
Dec 19, 20249 min read
Two-Day Itinerary For Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, Including Overnight Desert Camping: Top 10 Things To Do
The 2-day trip to Jaisalmer couldn't have packed in more, and yet not be rushed or left too much unexplored or unseen.
Nov 13, 20249 min read
3-Day Itinerary For Hampi, The Site Of Ruins Of The Glorious 14th Century Vijayanagara Empire, And A Hippie Outpost in South India
A land frozen in time, a glimpse into the glory of 700-year old civilization, hiding amidst lush paddy fields and vast boulders.
Oct 23, 202411 min read
One Week Cambodia Itinerary Including Angkor Wat, Phnom Penh And Sihanoukville
Temple runs, floating villages, happy pizzas, and a gruesome history, Cambodia is buzzing with character.
Sep 11, 202410 min read
Traveler Adopts Stray Dog in India, Flies Him Back To Spain After Losing Three Flights, Thousands Of Dollars In A Dramatic Showdown
Inspirational story of how when you really want to, you will figure out how to be with your dog, come hell or high water.
Sep 8, 20246 min read
Why You Should Visit The 8th Century Rock-cut Masrur Temples in Himachal Pradesh
Located on a 2000-feet elevation, the gorgeous and epic Masrur Rock-cut temples have survived over 1000 years through earthquakes, landslide
Jun 24, 20245 min read
My '30 By 30' Countries Challenge: 9 Countries In Central And East Europe, 23-Day Itinerary From India + Costs
From fairytale towns of centre Europe to the charming historical relics of East Europe, our 21-day trip made a milestone birthday memorable.
Jun 10, 202420 min read
5-Day Itinerary For Portugal Including Lisbon, Porto and Lagos For A Budget Solo Trip
Beautifully tiled buildings, lively people, great wine, amazing views, Portugal may already be my favourite country?
May 21, 202412 min read
Worst Travel Experience: A College Group Trip to Hongkong And Macau
Lost bag, lethal typhoons, petty fights, college politics and unexpected expenses turned this otherwise decent trip a sour experience!
May 21, 20249 min read
The 3 Videos I Made For A Travel Contest I Lost But Helped Win Another Trip
Despite being a digital marketer myself, I’m usually the kinds who looks down upon online contests, much less participate in them. I...
May 19, 20244 min read
10-Day Japan Itinerary From My Solo Trip: The Complete Guide For A Budget Trip From India
Japan is beautiful, crazy, and dripping with wonder, culture, and excitement!
May 19, 202413 min read
2 Meaningful Days in Krakow, Poland Including The Holocaust Museum In Auschwitz
What started as just a visa hack turned out of one of the best things because Poland surprised me, moved me and impressed me all at once.
May 17, 20246 min read
Visiting The Erotic 'Kamasutra' Temples at Khajuraho, India With A Side Trip To Orchha
In the literal heart of India is a group of 12th century Hindu and Jain temples famous for their stunning erotica architecture
May 16, 20244 min read
My First International Trip: A Free Packaged Tour To Singapore, Malaysia And Sri Lanka With 80 College Mates
One week itinerary for a trip to Singapore, Malaysia and Sri Lanka on a packaged and guided tour.
May 13, 20247 min read
10 Things To Do In Istanbul (And Turkey In General) From My 4-Day Trip
One of the most exciting capital cities in the world, Istanbul is like no other. Full of history, culture, colours, Istanbul spoils you!
May 11, 20245 min read
10-Day Turkey Trip Across Istanbul, Pamukkale, Ephesus and Cappadocia - Itinerary and Costs
A unique amalgam of the orient and the west, Turkey is like no other country full of culture, history and the most otherworldly landscapes.
May 11, 202411 min read
How To Plan A Trip To Valley Of Flowers And Hemkund Sahib Uttarakhand
There's only a 3-month window (May-July) to do the once-in-a-lifetime trip: All you need to know
May 7, 202410 min read
Best Cafes in Dharamkot And Bhagsu For Working, Reading And Meeting People
Some of the best coffee, bakes, and delicious international cuisine at the cutest cafes with amazing views in an almost secret hillstation
May 4, 20248 min read
Weekend Itinerary For Fort Kochi And Varkala: Backpacker Gems Of South India
Full of art, yoga and meditation retreats and great sea views, Kochi and Varkala in Kerala are just the perfect backpacker destinations
Apr 13, 20245 min read
Sucks In The City: An Uncomfortable Transition Rehoming in Bangalore
it's not just the physical landscape that's gone from serene, natural and soothing into chaotic, unsightly and ugly, but something deeper
3 Foreigner-Friendly Digital Nomad Hubs With Conscious Communities in India: A Personal Guide
I've worked by the emerald waters of the Ganga, in the lap of the Himalayas and done Slack in a Shack in Goa.
An Appreciation Note: The Ambani Wedding Resets The Image Of India And In A Good Way
More than the emeralds, the Ambani wedding showcased the best of India,
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I (Monica) am a lifelong traveler (42 countries), animal rights and sustainability advocate, and a marketer by profession. I'm old school in that I still like to blog and document rather than make reels and videos.
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