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a mursi woman in ethiopia's omo valley
Africa, Ethiopia, Outside India

Ethiopia’s Omo Valley: an expensive human zoo?

“Caramela, caramela”, “dollar, dollar,”…little boys of around five or six, their faces and bare bodies fascinatingly painted, followed me around […]

February 3, 2026
Africa, Ethiopia, Outside India, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos

Addis Ababa to Jinka: an Ethiopian road trip in photos

An Ethiopian road trip is similar to the ones we have in the Indian subcontinent. Expect smooth roads, broken roads, […]

February 3, 2026
addis mercato
Africa, Ethiopia, Outside India, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos

Photo essay of Addis Mercato – largest open-air market in Africa

So let’s get this straight. I am from India. I understand chaos, unregulated traffic, hustle, and bustle. Crowds don’t deter […]

February 3, 2026
Africa, Ethiopia, Outside India

My Addis Ababa memories: a disorienting introduction to Ethiopia

Addis Ababa started on the wrong foot with me. My arrival coincided with the inauguration of a brand new terminal/arrival […]

February 2, 2026
mursi tribe of ethiopia
Africa, Ethiopia, Outside India, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos

20 photos that will want to make you visit Ethiopia

It all started many years back when I saw fantastic pictures of the Danakil Depression—surreal images that made me start […]

February 1, 2026
Europe, Malta, Outside India

Comino & Blue Lagoon by Private Boat: A Must-Do Experience in Malta

The Blue Lagoon in Comino is often described as one of the most beautiful swimming spots in the Mediterranean. Its […]

January 20, 2026
Europe, Outside India, Switzerland

What Are Switzerland’s Top Summer Activities?

Switzerland is known for its mountains and winter sports, and when summer comes, the mountains become a playground full of […]

January 19, 2026
Apsara dance has beautiful costumes
Asia, Cambodia, Culture Peeps, Dances, Outside India, Travel Extras

An evening at the Apsara dance in Siem Reap

I like to believe in the fairy tale, moonlight rendezvous, and happily ever afters. Call it being a starstruck child […]

January 13, 2026
Asia, Cambodia, Food Thoughts, Khmer Food, Travel Extras

Khmer Food Memories

Khmer food and a wonderful cooking class memories are some of my best Cambodia experiences. I am an aspiring domestic […]

January 13, 2026
#travelbloggerindia #cambodiatourism #phnompenh
Asia, Cambodia, Outside India

Khmer fresh produce at Phnom Penh

One of Asia‘s highlights is its food, and Cambodia is no exception. The Khmer fresh produce markets are bursts of […]

January 13, 2026
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