India can be very confusing, particularly when dealing with situations involving crowds. There are so many types of transport in India, but it’s not always as simple as showing up and buying a ticket. When you stand out as a foreigner and it’s evident that you’re unfamiliar with the local reality, many people will attempt … Read more
There are a few destinations in India that have quite a niche audience. Rishikesh is one of such examples. Known as yoga capital of the world, this city can leave some mixed impressions if you don’t set your expectations right. A few years back I got utterly surprised, why is it so popular among travelers? … Read more
Wondering how to dress in India to fit into the local culture and respect the social norms? Well, then this post is for you. Though there are numerous questions to consider before coming to India, one of the biggest challenges for me was definitely what to wear in India as a woman and what to pack. … Read more
India changed my perception of the seasons of the year. As a person who spent most of her life in the countries with four seasons, it was hard to adapt to the Indian climate and seasons initially. For instance, when I was offering my Indian friends to plan a trip in autumn, they were double-checking … Read more
Nubra Valley still remains one of the most underexplored areas of Ladakh. Though tourism developed recently there with the shifting of the line of control beyond Turtuk village, tourists are yet to explore the beauty of Nubra. Unfortunately, Nubra Valley is often just a stopover for people visiting Khardung La (one of the highest motorable … Read more
Dal Lake is one of the most breathtaking places in India. It covers a significant area of Srinagar and feels like a small town within the city itself. There are local families who live on the lake, rowing their personal boats and running their shops of all kinds from groceries to pashmina and saffron. All … Read more
If someone told me 10 years back that I will be casually traveling alone in general compartments of Indian trains around the country, I would think that person got seriously high. That time solo travel was a totally different reality for me due to both lack of personal confidence and society norms. I’m a shy … Read more
“How do you survive winters without electricity?” I asked curiously. “That’s a very good question. I think people can adapt to anything with time” – told Sonam, one of the residents of Nubra. Diskit is the main town and administrative center of Nubra Valley. If all the roads lead to Rome, the roads of Nubra … Read more
Delhi is a huge city stuffed with history, heritage, and cultural sites! Even if you google best things to do in Delhi in 3-4 days, there is a high chance you will cover just a small percent of experiences the city has to offer. But, remember: less is more – it is a tagline for … Read more
Nepal is a special destination for me. It is the first country where I’ve seen the mountain peaks for real a few years back and that view stays in my head till date. My first trip was stuffed with different cultural activities, sightseeing, and natural places, however, I didn’t go for trekking in Nepal. I … Read more