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vallam kali in kuttanad
India, Kerala, South, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips

Guide to Vallam Kali or the famous Kerala boat race

I experienced vallam kali for the first time in Kollam. Famously known as the Kerala snake boat race, vallam kali […]

October 26, 2025
fort kochi street scene
India, Kerala, South, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips

A two days Kochi itinerary and travel guide

The Keralite port city is called Kochi. Cochin is the anglicized version of the name and they refer to the […]

October 26, 2025
in my minimal travel wardrobe
Europe, Outside India, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips

Your Minimalist Travel Capsule Wardrobe For One Week In Europe

Europe is a hugely popular travel destination as it is a continent full of different cultures, vibrant landscapes, exciting history, […]

October 26, 2025
CHRISTMAS IN LONDON
Europe, Outside India, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips, United Kingdom

5 Gorgeous Things To Do This Winter In London

London is never short of fun activities to try all-year-round. If you are planning a trip to London this winter, […]

October 26, 2025
snowboard sport
Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips

Snowboard safety tips all riders should know

Snowboarding is a sport that is directly related to consuming feelings of freedom, action, and fun. Every time you strap […]

October 26, 2025
a hamar man of the omo valley tribes
Africa, Ethiopia, Outside India, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips

Ethiopia travel guide including costs and tips

I questioned myself before writing this post, “Why am I bothering to write an Ethiopia travel guide? Who am I […]

October 26, 2025
Sulphur springs at Dallol in Danakil Depression
Africa, Ethiopia, Outside India, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips

Danakil Depression trip: guide, tips, and what to expect

Bubbling lava lake colouring the night sky into a vivid red, sleeping at an active volcano, salt lakes, sulphurous mounds […]

October 26, 2025
omo valley travel guide
Africa, Ethiopia, Outside India, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips

Omo Valley travel guide and tips

I cannot emphasize enough on the importance of responsible Omo Valley travel. Unless you want a human zoo experience, you […]

October 26, 2025
a sight seen during my ethiopia trip
Africa, Ethiopia, Outside India, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips

Things to remember before you plan your Ethiopia trip

What most people conjure up at the mention of Ethiopia are visions of a drought devastated land, bloody civil war, […]

October 26, 2025
marsa alam diving offers sea cows
Africa, Egypt, Outside India, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips

Best Marsa Alam diving sites

The marine world along the Marsa Alam coast is a real treasure trove for the diver. Here you can see […]

October 26, 2025
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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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