Kerala: First Glance at God’s Own Country

I think the most relevant local phrase I learned in my 10 months of living in Kerala was Nyan Sandosha Vadiyaane – I am very happy. It was a feeling that stayed with me until the day I boarded the plane back home and said goodbye to one of the most beautiful places I have …

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Himachal or Heaven?

Himachal Pradesh is one of the most beautiful places I have ever layed eyes upon. I had gone from Goa to himachal, and the change of scenery and culture and people was definitely a pleasing one. Felt like I was looking at a painting The thing that struck me the most when I went to …

5 Things You Probably Don’t Know (but need to know!) About Travel in India

So you've finally decided to visit the infamous incredible India! Or maybe you're just daydreaming/ curious. Either way, here are some things to know about travel in India (especially if you're not Indian!) Luckily (for you), I endured 10 months of silly mistakes, really scary/crazy experiences, too many close calls, and a huge learning curve …

That Time I Befriended a Motorcycle Gang in India

I've always been a "better safe than sorry" kind of girl. Taking risks in other unfamiliar places as a solo female traveller was always a no-go. But somehow, the risks always found their way to me... That's why I still find it crazy how I befriended an entire bike gang on a trip to the …

Dear India: A Rant About Privilege

It’s funny how the people who have the least usually tend to be the ones who are the happiest. It’s difficult to write about individual people because every person is made up of such beautiful, intricate details that sometimes cannot be expressed through writing. I wish I could have the ability to write about each …