Baisha Village: A Tranquil Naxi Haven Beneath Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Nestled at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Baisha Village (白沙古镇) is one of Yunnan’s most authentic treasures. Once […]
Asia, China, Outside India
Bolivia, Money Matters, Outside India
Money Matters Bolivia
While not the easiest or most luxurious travel destinations, Bolivia is magnificent. Its rough edges still reek of thrill and […]
Bolivia, Outside India, South America
Jungle times at Rurrenabaque
The flight to Rurrenabaque was a very early morning one, and I had serious trouble getting out of my warm […]
Asia, Chengdu Cooking Class, China, Food Thoughts, Outside India, Travel Extras, World Food
Chengdu Local Market Food Tour & Cooking Class: Discover Sichuan’s Spices, Tea, and Traditions
Chengdu conjures up images of giant pandas and a laidback city. Those are all true because Chengdu is probably China´s […]
Bolivia, Outside India, South America
A blue Lake Titicaca day
The Copacabana tour to Lake Titicaca started early the next day at 8 in the morning, and I left bright shawls […]
Europe, Outside India, Photo Essays, The Netherlands, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips, Trip Photos
Keukenhof travel tips
Many travel bucket lists feature a visit to the Keukenhof Gardens and it is easy to understand why. Most famous […]
Cologne Diaries, Europe, Expat Life, Germany, Outside India, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos
German spring and Easter traditions
Last week, the clock changed. Days got longer by 1 hour and nights became suddenly short. Evening light lingered after […]
Cologne Diaries, Europe, Expat Life, Germany, Outside India, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos
Koln Flora in spring
Koln Flora is one of my favourite places in Cologne. It is a beautiful public park on the left of […]
Cologne Diaries, Europe, Expat Life, Germany, Outside India
Wieskirche, a lovely rococo church
The story of Wieskirche is one of faith. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it was created by the legendary artist-brothers […]
Africa, Egypt, Outside India
Tomb of Nefertari, an ode to an extraordinary queen
Nefertari is hailed as one of the most beautiful, prominent, and beloved queens of ancient Egypt. She was one of […]