Kolkata is a large city in India with a hat-tipped toward an intellectual atmosphere and history. The city is one of the most populous cities in India. Commonly known as the 'City of Joy', the city was a former capital under the British rule until 1911. From a bustling city center to calming green spaces … Continue reading Kolkata: The City of Joy
During my first full day in Kolkata, I took in the stirring city with tea at a local cafe. Cafe Aldo is located in Salt Lake, an outlying area of Kolkata. The small home-style cafe is quaint and lush with greenery at the entrance. The menu is robust and the service is friendly. It was … Continue reading A Day in Kolkata: Exploring Cafes and Culture
As an English teacher, I had the privilege of living in Hanoi, Vietnam for close to 2 years. From morning bun cha to cafes after teaching, I found peace in a buzzing city. If you had told me at fifteen that I would eventually live abroad in Denmark and and Vietnam, I would not have … Continue reading Beautiful Chaos: Hanoi, Vietnam
After visiting over 50 countries, India has always been one that comes to mind when people ask my favorite adventure or the wildest experience I had while abroad. India is the place I fondly remember when I think about being tested as a traveler to truly embrace flexibility and the unexpected. I am preparing to … Continue reading Why India? After 50 countries…
Photo by Ishay Botbol on Pexels.com I first visited India in 2019 around the time of Holi, the festival of colors often celebrated in Northern India. During a larger backpacking trip, I set off to visit a country I had long wished to explore! From entering Southern India via Kochi to kayaking in the backwaters … Continue reading India: Things to Consider
Malaysia is located near Indonesia and Singapore in Southern Asia. The country is booming with things to see, eat and wonderful people watching opportunities. During my time in Kuala Lumpur, I recall a dazzling display of cultures and diversity. Penang offered a more laid back feeling. Below, I will describe my ideal 10-day itinerary in … Continue reading Malaysia: The Perfect 10 day Itinerary
An Introduction The sprawling city of Kathmandu is as vivid in my memory as it was during my visit in 2019. The city is big, chaotic, and magical! Yes, those three words are not mutually exclusive. One of my favorite memories from Kathmandu was staying at a local hostel during off season. The hostel had … Continue reading Discovering Kathmandu: Secrets of a Vibrant City
When living in Vietnam as an expat, I found the city of Hanoi to be a wonderful mix of old and new. From the Old Quarter with French influenced architecture and egg coffee to the neighborhood of Tay Ho where nearer businesses were known to take shape. My experience living in the city was highly … Continue reading Explore Hanoi: Off-the-Beaten-Path Attractions
Hoi An, Vietnam is a magical destination with things to explore during the day as well as a unique feel at night. This town is frequently visited among backpackers exploring South East Asia and you'll soon find out why! I'll now dive into my top 3 things to do when visiting Hoi An. This list … Continue reading Top 3 Things to Do in Hoi An, Vietnam
Once you have finished exploring the mainland from Chiang Mai to Ayutthaya, it'll be time to fly to one of the islands to anchor yourself for the rest of your trip. The most common destinations include flying into Krabi or Phuket. A one-way ticket to Krabi can be as low as $62 USD (and possibly … Continue reading The Perfect Thai Island Itinerary: ~1 week
