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Street food in Kuala Lumpur is reputedly the best in Chinatown
Asia, Food Thoughts, Kuala Lumpur Food Walk, Malaysia, Outside India, Travel Extras

Discovering Ramadan and food in Kuala Lumpur

I love food and I love walking. Thus, the combination of the two suits me just fine, especially if I […]

October 26, 2025
Street scene commonly seen on a Vietnam trip
Asia, Outside India, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos, Vietnam

My Vietnam trip in a nutshell

A cluster of conical bamboo hats, rows of snowy white ducks with saffron beaks, endless emerald green, and huge piles […]

October 26, 2025
Asia, Outside India, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips

10 Things I Stopped Packing While Traveling Around Asia

Honestly? I used to pack my suitcase as if I were going to live for about six months without the […]

October 26, 2025
village near Hoa Lu
Asia, Asia, Outside India, Travel Extras, Trip Itineraries, Vietnam

An offbeat Vietnam itinerary for 14 days

Vietnam itinerary Vietnam is an unmissable destination in Asia. Affordable, exotic, diverse, and gorgeous, its hassle-free tourist visa makes it […]

October 25, 2025
visitng tribal villages of central vietnam with da lat easyrider
Asia, Outside India, Vietnam

Da Lat Easyrider: Exploring the Wonders of Central Vietnam

If I were to tell you that I explored Central Vietnam on a motorbike with an unknown man whom I […]

October 25, 2025
A tea garden in Central Vietnam
Asia, Culture Peeps, Handicrafts, Outside India, Travel Extras, Vietnam

Glimpses of Central Vietnam cottage industries

Discovering Central Vietnam: Cottage Industries and Local Culture Recently, a French friend and I recently had a very interesting discussion. […]

October 25, 2025
Travel tips
Asia, Outside India, Thailand, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips

Smart Travel Tips for Thailand: A Comprehensive Guide

Thailand, known for its captivating beaches, vibrant cities, rich culture, and historical wonders, is a dream destination for many travelers. […]

October 25, 2025
Asia, Guest Posts, Outside India, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos, Vietnam

Flowers of Da Lat

What do I remember about Da Lat? That it is a city for lovers in central Vietnam, which smells of […]

October 23, 2025
Asia, Outside India, Vietnam

Hoa Lu: the perfect day trip from Hanoi

Hoa Lu served as the capital of Vietnam in the 10th and 11th centuries. It lies 90 kilometers south of […]

October 23, 2025
sa pa has lovely rice fields
Asia, Outside India, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips, Vietnam

Sa Pa travel guide: How to enjoy Sa Pa without trekking

For most visitors to this iconic destination in Vietnam, a Sa Pa trip must include a trek. This is indeed […]

October 23, 2025
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