Handmade local Souveniers from Luang Prabang, Laos: A Guide for the Art-Lover
Luang Prabang in Laos has one of the best night markets in the entire southeast Asia when it comes to collecting handmade artifacts and other souvenirs. Laos hill tribes excel in weaving silk and Indigo hued natural sustainable fabrics which is a must in any collector’s wardrobe. This guide on the bespoke souvenirs from Luang […]
From Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang in Laos: Flight Review for Bangkok Airways
About this blog: I took a flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport Bangkok to Luang Prabang in Laos. I flew economy and the flight lasted for an hour and a half. This is my honest account of experiencing Bangkok Airways. Also touted as Asia’s Boutique Airlines, Bangkok Airways is a full service regional airline serving a vast […]
Spending a Night at Suvarnabhumi Airport Bangkok while Transit: How I saved Visa Cost & my Experience!
About this blog: I had 8 hours to spend at Suvarnabhumi airport before flying off to Laos, a different country. During the transit I did not have a Thailand Visa. It was during the night. What did I do at the Suvarnabhumi airport? A personal account of spending a night at the Suvarnabhumi airport. I […]
The Many Faces of Malaysia Beyond the Realm of Touristy Trails: Offbeat Malaysian Destinations!
Travel writers come together to pick and choose their favorite offbeat destinations in Malaysia, ranging from chasing down world’s largest flower Rafflesia to following the trail of the Man of the Forest, Orangutan. This blog post is a must read if you are curious to explore Malaysia beyond Kuala Lumpur and the usual gateways from […]
An Extraordinary Sorshe Ilish Bhapa Recipe: the Signature Dish of Bengal + Video recipe!
Finding the best Hilsa in Bangalore! In Bangalore, I buy Hilsa from HAL market. I mean I used to buy Hilsa from HAL when the world was as we knew it. With lockdown in place, life has changed significantly. Earlier, the sight of Hilsa in Bangalore called for celebration. We would inform our friends, discuss […]
Mountains meet the coast: In Search of Vietnam’s Most Dramatic Landscapes!
There are plenty of beautiful places to visit in Vietnam. Vibrant nightlife at the foot of chic skyscrapers. Scintillating sunsets at the Halong Bay, home to the mythic dragons. Acres of lush paddy fields. Never ending stretch of karst mountains that made their way from the land to the sea! Vietnam, the S shaped country […]
3 days in Luang Prabang: Best Things to do in the UNESCO Heritage Old Town
Three days itinerary in Luang Prabang with guide on things to do, where to eat and where to stay for the first timers.
Taking Part in Baci Ceremony: Offbeat Cultural Experience in Laos
“Traveling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” Ibn Battuta. If I am to pick a single overwhelming cultural experience from Laos, the one which truly opened the door of my heart for the people of Laos… the one which made this beautiful and often misunderstood country etched in my memory […]
Laos Tourist Visa on an Arrival with an Indian Passport: 7 Things to Keep in Mind
Laos PDR allows Visa on Arrival for Indian Passport holders for stay up to 30 days. This post tells you on how to score a Laos visa on arrival with an Indian passport as you arrive at one of the international borders of Laos. You may also choose to opt for an E-visa for Laos! […]
Nong Khiaw by River Nam Ou: TRAVEL GUIDE to the Best Kept secret of Laos
About this blog: Nong Khiaw is a remote village located perched atop the monolithic limestone karsts that inhabit Northern Laos, where China and Vietnam straddle the country’s border. While most of the tourists consider Luang Prabang to be the last bastion of wilderness in Southeast Asia, I recommend taking your boat a little further deep […]