As some of you know, I have a never-ending list of books I’d like to read. Usually a friend recommends one, or I read about one on a travel blog. Whenever I see something interesting, I add it to the list. However, I often skip over the same book repeatedly because the small blurb on […]
Getting a Sak Yant Tattoo in Thailand
A sak yant tattoo is a type of tattoo given in Buddhist culture by a monk. The tattoo is meant to protect the wearer, however you need to uphold certain ideals once you receive it. To sum it up, you need to be a good human being. If you aren’t, the protection wears off. The […]
16 Fun Things To Do in Fort Kochi, India
Fort Kochi, a small city on the coast of southern India goes overlooked on most itineraries. Although a popular hub for northerners, it’s not often visited by foreigners who prefer to see monuments like the Taj Mahal in the north. Those who do venture south often find themselves in larger cities like Goa, however, there are tons […]
Book Review: Buddha by Deepak Chopra
On my quest to learn about other cultures, I’ve become truly fascinated by Buddhism. The principles are simple and at the same time are so difficult to follow. Personally, working towards being less attached to physical items has been extremely challenging for me. After living out of a backpack for almost three months, I’m starting […]
Taking a Cooking Class in Kochi, India
There’s something poetic about sitting down to a great meal. The aroma of spices wafting through the air. The bright colors on the plate before you. The only thing better than eating a wonderful meal, is the satisfaction you get from knowing you cooked it. That’s why we signed up for a cooking class in […]
India Travel Tips for First Time Visitors
I spent an entire month in southern India exploring Kerala. I did a lot of research on India prior to arriving as India was one of the few places that people repeatedly told me to be safe before visiting. I will say that India was not my favorite country as I felt like I needed […]
Making Tea at the Munnar Tea Plantation
Visiting India is like entering Wonderland and falling down the rabbit hole. Suddenly, you’re in a world where nothing makes sense and everyone talks in riddles. Up is down. Down is up, and a head bobble can mean anything. If India is in fact Wonderland, then Munnar is its tea party. If you’re in the […]
Myanmar Backpacking Budget with Breakdowns
I’d heard time and time again that it’s more expensive to travel in Myanmar than most countries in South East Asia. I was prepared to go way over my Myanmar backpacking budget. Truth is, it is and it isn’t more expensive. Cities like Bagan, that thrive off of tourism, are expensive. My hostel there cost […]
Mishaps at the Periyar National Park in India
My relationship with India has been strained to say the least. Each country has it’s own version of order or way things work. Usually it takes a few days to adjust and understand a country. As far as I can tell, India has no logic, rhyme, or reason. I’ve been here for over two weeks […]
Book Review: Holy Cow! An Indian Adventure by Sarah Macdonald
I’ve had Holy Cow! An Indian Adventure by Sarah Macdonald on my mile long list of books to read for what feels like forever. For some reason, every time I read the blurb about it, I felt disinterested. A girl goes to India, hates it, and is forced to move there with her boyfriend. Frankly, […]