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Boat ride in Tam Coc
Asia, Outside India, Vietnam

Limestone karsts scenery of Tam Coc in Ninh Binh

Vietnam‘s Tam Coc is referred to as the miniature landlocked version of the famous Halong Bay and both the places […]

October 23, 2025
Asia, Outside India, Sri Lanka

Three reasons to add a trip to Sri Lanka to your bucket list

Sri Lanka is a wildly popular holiday destination – and for good reason. It offers an enviable blend of culture, […]

October 23, 2025
Asia, Culture Peeps, Handicrafts, Outside India, Thailand, Travel Extras

Pretty porcelain of Benjarong

I discovered Benjarong on a rain-streaked day in Thailand. Work took me to the province of Samut Sakhon and it […]

October 23, 2025
The perfect crescent of sand which marks Lombok beaches
Asia, Asia, Indonesia, Indonesia, Outside India, Travel Extras, Trip Itineraries

Bali, Lombok, and Gili Islands: Indonesia islands itinerary in 2 weeks

If you are looking for more beach time than culture and have more than 10 days in your hand, then […]

October 22, 2025
#Thailand #Bangkok #maverickbird #travelblog
Asia, Outside India, Thailand, Top Experiences

Top fun things to do in Bangkok

While my numerous Thailand trips had helped me list out my favourite things to do in the country (you can […]

October 22, 2025
bamboo rafting in chiang mai
Asia, Outside India, Thailand, Top Experiences, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips

Chiang Mai things to do and what to avoid

Known as the “Rose of the North”, Chiang Mai is filled with fun things to do (and things to avoid). […]

October 22, 2025
#Philippines #travelblog #bohol
Asia, Outside India, Philippines

Chocolate Hills and mini monkeys of Bohol

Bohol has a plethora of attractions and it is a very easy-to-reach destination. while world-class diving at Panglao Island is […]

October 20, 2025
Asia, Food Thoughts, Outside India, Sri Lanka, Sri Lankan Food, Travel Extras

4 authentic Sri Lankan dishes to try during your visit

Sri Lanka is a popular tourist destination thanks to its beautiful sandy coastline, lush mountainous landscape, and fascinating culture. It´s […]

June 13, 2023
#Singapore #Singaporestreetart #littleindia
Asia, Outside India, Photo Essays, Singapore, Street Art, Travel Extras

Singapore street art guide

Singapore is a spunky nation and the tiny city-state lives by its own rules. Firmly law-abiding, Singapore is strict on […]

April 11, 2022
the practice of stilt fishing at Koggala
Asia, Asia, Outside India, Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka, Travel Extras, Trip Itineraries

An easy to customize Sri Lanka Itinerary

In 2013 or 2014, I spent some weeks in Sri Lanka. It was during monsoon and tourism was at its […]

February 14, 2020
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I am Svetlana, a travel writer, teacher, and mom. This blog is all about my experiences from around the world.   READ MORE

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