Reasons why Portugal is so popular
Portugal was once an ancient kingdom with hilltop castles and walled towns, almost akin to a setting in Game of Thrones. One of the most memorable things when I first visited was how friendly and open the locals were, even more so if you were a dedicated football fan. The country is made up of…
Annapurna Sanctuary Trek is one of my favourites [2/4]
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Hi, welcome! Thanks for coming back to my blog! This is the second part of my ABC Trek story. If you haven’t read my previous blog, you can check it here. Now, let’s begin our adventure! Adjusting with New Morning Routine If you aren’t used to trekking like myself, it’s essential to create a routine…
Annapurna Sanctuary Trek is one of my favourites [1/4]
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Every journey starts with a dream. My dream was climbing the highest points on earth. I read everything there was ever published about Himalayan Treks and found inspiration from countless people that have taken the adventurous journey. I woke up thinking about it, dreamed about it and went to bed believing that one day it…
Issuing TIMS and Trekking Permit in Nepal
People often ask me if it is difficult to get TIMS and trekking permit in Nepal. Some travellers told me that they had to pay for around USD 300 just for TIMS and trekking permit to Annapurna Base Camp, which is way overcharged. March 2018 permits fees: *Valid for single entry only. If you’re a…
11 Must Visit Places in Indonesia
According to National Institute of Aeronautics and Space (LAPAN), the archipelago country is home to 460+ ethnic groups and 710+ languages. It’s also one of the largest countries in the world with over 18600+ incredible islands. Check out more facts about the nation here. Deciding where to go to is tough, especially since some places…
My 19 favourite things to do in Singapore
It’s crazy to think how young Singapore is as a country, and in just over 50 years, it has become a global powerhouse in South-East Asia. Singapore is a well developed the country. The streets are immaculately clean, with no chewing gum in sight anywhere. Singapore’s unique culture is a blend of Chinese, Indian and…
Back to Nepal: A little inside of the country and my first night in Kathmandu
Last August, I visited the country for the first time as a tourist. Less than six months later, I returned to explore more beautiful places in Nepal. Armed with pre-booked flight tickets, online visa, a backpack along with USD 750, CNY 1000, and a host of other foreign currencies, I returned to the land of…
Things to do in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur is the capital city of Malaysia. The city’s unique mix of Indian, western, Chinese and Malay culture offers a unique experience regarding cuisine, shopping and lifestyle. I found the Indian food there incredible and maybe the best outside of India of course. The twin towers and KLCC Park I took a trip to…
Moving to USA Part II
The west coast Generally, anyone who lives on the west coast (in particular Calfornia) are regarded as progressive and open-minded, maybe because of the good weather or good weed. Leah (my travel partner in crime) and I visited San Francisco and took a tram through the city. It was a poignant moment as the slow-travelling…
Moving to USA and My East Coast Trip
It’s always been a dream of mine to visit every state in the US, and when I got the opportunity to live in Palo Alto, I jumped at the chance. But this wasn’t my first time; in fact, I’ve been many times to the US, and though the US seems in not great shape these…
