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
Solo adventures are the best kind of therapy as they provide you with time to reflect and are a major confidence boost. After traveling to 49 countries and countless cities across the globe, I am often asked 'What are your favorite destinations?' When considering the question of my favorite destinations, I often think of "who", … Continue reading My Top 3 Solo Travel Destinations
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
Luang Prabang, Laos: Introduction Luang Prabang is the ancient capital of Laos. The city is a UNESCO world heritage site. This status is due to its architecture, cultural richness, and access to the Mekong River. The influence of Buddhism on the atmosphere of this Laotian city can be strongly felt. The mix of colonial architecture … Continue reading The Ancient Capital of Laos: 5 Recommendations
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
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
Reclining Buddha Thailand is the "Land of Smiles", a beautiful South East Asian (SEA) country! Home to pad Thai, motorbikes and many people's gateway to SEA, there are lots of things to do and experience in Thailand. Below, I will detail a 1-week tour of Thailand "Overland" that can be combined with the "Island Life" … Continue reading The Perfect Mainland Thailand Itinerary: ~1 week
Beautiful Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka is an island most commonly known for its teardrop shape, abundant supply of tea, and close proximity to its bigger sister, India. When I first mentioned my desire to visit Sri Lanka, many people admitted to not knowing much about this country, especially compared to other Southeast Asian countries. … Continue reading Sri Lanka: An Introduction
