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Jaipur tours, getaways, and places to see Jaipur is a historical and cultural treasure house. It's the capital of the great state of Rajasthan, gateway to the Thar desert, home of architectural marvels and UNESCO heritage sites, and so much more. I have planned this list of Jaipur tours, getaways, and places to see to showcase the best this magnificent city has to offer. The day tours include the … [Read more...]

Complete Guide to the Jaipur Literature Festival William Dalrymple and Paul Theroux at the travel writer's session, Jaipur Literature Festival The Jaipur Literature Festival is the world's largest free literature festival and one of the most prestigious. It attracts writers, scholars, critics, artists, and readers from all over the globe in a five-day celebration of the written word. I have been … [Read more...]

December 2025 marks 20 years of India On December 4, 2005, I faced a moment of sheer terror. I was about to board a plane in Toronto, Canada bound for Delhi, India. My return ticket was dated for June 2006. And I had no idea what would happen in those six months in between. I had never been to a place like India, never travelled alone for such an extended period of time, and had absolutely no idea … [Read more...]

Indian Visa application and what you need to know Traveling to India? Updated Indian Tourist Visa news and application tips  MOST IMPORTANT LINKS: Indian Visa Online — official government site. India Ministry of Health — latest government guidelines for travel to India New Delhi airport information iVisa for India tourist visa — iVisa will help expedite your tourist visa UPDATED FEBRUARY 2026: … [Read more...]

8 unique and offbeat places you must visit in Vietnam and Cambodia Floating market in the Mekong Delta. Vietnam. Photo credit: iStock. If you are planning a visit to Southeast Asia, pairing Vietnam and Cambodia makes a lot of sense. The two countries are side by side, share the Mekong River, and have some overlapping cultures and histories. In this post, we are suggesting secret travel spots … [Read more...]

My personal Guide to Jaipur Rajmahal Palace Hotel Jaipur is one of my favourite cities in India (in fact, I liked it so much, I moved there!). This curated guide is a labour of love, showcasing my favourite places, the best things to do, where to stay, and where to shop in this magnificent city. Jaipur is a shopper's paradise and arguably India's best city for hotels. There's an incredible amount … [Read more...]

Islands in the Philippines. Photo credit: iStock. Best Philippines Islands: Which is the perfect island getaway for you? Philippines islands are famous for white sandy beaches and clear, jewel-toned water. But there is much more than just beaches and turquoise water. The Philippines islands also offer amazing opportunities for diving and surfing adventures, jungle and cultural experiences, island … [Read more...]

Beginners Guide to Vietnam for First-Time Travellers Vietnam is on many travel lists these days. It is becoming one of the most popular countries to visit in Asia as it is developed enough to be comfortable for tourists, but still retains its authentic culture. The Beginners Guide to Vietnam for first-time travellers will cover everything you need to know – from getting a visa to where to go, and … [Read more...]

Four day Munnar Thekkady road trip itinerary If you are planning a trip to Kerala in India, then Munnar and Thekkady should both be on your itinerary. Located in the Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage biodiversity hotspot, Munnar is a beautiful hill station with an abundance of stunning vistas. The tea plantations of Munnar are among the top attractions of Kerala. Thekkady, the spice capital … [Read more...]

Complete guide to the top 7 temples in Bali Generations. Photo credit: Unsplash. In Bali, "the island of Gods," spirituality plays a crucial role in the daily lives of the local people. Ancient temples are present in every village and town and they lie at the heart of the community in Bali. There are rumoured to be at least 20,000 temples in Bali, and the most famous are the seven listed in this … [Read more...]

Visiting Bali for a Wellness and Yoga Retreat Spa at Hotel Tugu Bali Though my travel blog has often been compared to Eat, Pray, Love, since 2009 when it was launched, I never visited Bali until November 2023 when I went for about 16 days. My plan was to visit Bali for a wellness and Yoga retreat. I didn't join an organized Bali wellness retreat or a Bali Yoga retreat, I created my own by staying … [Read more...]

Floating Temple, Bali Are you looking for the absolute best things to do in Bali? Are you looking for the most amazing things to do in Bali? Or perhaps you just want to know why everyone loves the Island of the Gods so much? We spent weeks exploring Bali and found many fun things to do and places to visit on this beautiful island in Indonesia. No wonder so many tourists love to visit. From beaches … [Read more...]