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A Kathputli Colony folk artist
Delhi, India, North

Puppeteers, magicians and fire eaters of Delhi

As long as I can remember, I have always objected to poverty or slum tourism and was not overly excited […]

February 25, 2026
stained glass windows at Cologne Cathedral
Cologne Diaries, Europe, Expat Life, Germany, Outside India

The gothic beauty of Cologne Cathedral

Every time Tarek and I drive back to Cologne fro somewhere outside, we play a game; and that is, who […]

February 22, 2026
#Travelbloggerindia #Bärlauch #wildgarlic #Germanytravelblog #inspiringgermany #expatlifeingermany
Cologne Diaries, Europe, Expat Life, Food Thoughts, German Food, Germany, Outside India, Travel Extras

The whacky bear‘s garlic

It is spring now and in Germany, the fresh produce shops are riots of colours. Leafy vegetables of every kind […]

February 21, 2026
#thegoavilla #goatravelblog #goatourism #travelbloggerindia #travelblogindia #topthingstodoingoa
Goa, Guest Posts, India, Top Experiences, West

My favourite things to do in Goa

Sea, spices, forts, lush greenery, gorgeous rivers, waterfalls, golden beaches, flea markets and a postcard-pretty old town…Goa has many charms. […]

February 21, 2026
#Travelbloggerindia #farinahousecologne #eaudecologne #Germanytravelblog #inspiringgermany #expatlifeingermany
Cologne Diaries, Europe, Expat Life, Germany, Outside India

The curious case of Eau de Cologne

When I was a little girl, I loved smelling my freshly shaved father. He knew that I liked it, and […]

February 21, 2026
#travelbloggerindia
Cologne Diaries, Europe, Expat Life, Germany, Outside India, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos

Christmas Markets of Cologne

Christmas in Germany is called Weihnacht and some of Europe‘s finest festive markets are hosted there. Held every year from […]

February 21, 2026
#Jordantourism #Jerash
Jordan, Outside India, Top Experiences

Top fun things to do in Jordan

1. Amman Walks – While Amman (Central Jordan) is usually treated as just a jumping off base to explore Jordan, this lovely […]

February 18, 2026
#gujarattourism #ahmedabad #travelbloggerindia #travelblogindia #sarkhejroza
Gujarat, India, West

The silence of Sarkhej Roza

Some monuments are talkative. Full of motion, they pour out their emotions in endless chatter. The Western Group of Khajuraho […]

February 18, 2026
#travelbloggerindia #travelportrait
Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos

Travel portraits on my Instagram

“I had a dream about you. It’s been a while since I could remember any of my dreams, and still, […]

February 18, 2026
#Brusselstravelblog #Travelbloggerindia #Brusselstravelblog #Belgiumtourism
Belgium, Europe, Outside India, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos

28 photos that may tempt you to visit Bruges

“Somewhere within the dingy casing lay the ancient city,” wrote Graham Greene of BRUGES, “like a notorious jewel, too stared […]

February 18, 2026
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Svetlana

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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