Let me tell you about the time I traveled sick in India. As usual, I had planned a jam-packed travel itinerary that took me to India via Hong Kong. I was so tired adjusting to two different time zones and was running on pure adrenaline. Inevitably, my immune system weakened, so I was ...
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Travel Vaccines for India
First off, I am not a doctor but thought it might be helpful to share some info on the types of travel vaccines I got for India. Each person is different and you should always speak to your doctor about recommended travel vaccines. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website ...
Exploring Varanasi on Foot
Varanasi is the epitome of a holy city. Everywhere you turn, there are pilgrims and acts of spiritual devotions seamlessly integrated with daily life and commerce. There is never a dull second in Varanasi and all I wanted was for time to stand still so I could admire every splitting detail of this ...
Taj Mahal Photography Tips
Have you ever wanted to capture a certain landmark only to be disappointed by the outcome? I had one of those moments when visiting the Taj Mahal. I had spent months planning the trip and getting my Taj outfit ready so imagine my chagrin when we got inside the Taj complex to discover the unsightly ...
Ganges River at Sunrise and Sunset
Experiencing Ganges River at sunrise and sunset is truly an unforgettable experience. Riding along the river gives you a different vantage point of traditions unique to different times of the day and gives you the full experience of being near the Ganges River, without actually going into the ...
Ganges River: Trip of a Lifetime
It’s taken me until now to write about my springtime Ganges River trip. I needed time to process and reflect on all the history, rituals and customs I had seen. Varanasi and the Ganges River is hands down one of the most special travel experiences I’ve had and I’m so grateful to have experienced ...
10 Common Misconceptions About India
India had always been at the top of my travel bucket list - it was only a matter of when I would go. So when I finally visited India this year, I was beyond thrilled! Friends who have traveled to India alI forewarned me of the same things. But after traveling to India, I can say that many of these ...
How Not To See The Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal is one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World. What you see in professional photographs is a gleaming white marble monument. What you don’t see in photographs is the stress involved in getting to the Taj Mahal and worst of all, the crowds! Before planning your trip, just know that ...
8 Day India Travel Itinerary
A Check Off My Bucket List As some of you may know, I will be travelling to India for the first time this year. I am beyond ecstatic as India has been one of the top 3 places in my travel bucket list for a long time. For a while, I did put India on the back burner due to the shocking rape case in ...