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All things travel, sustainability, home decor, and the boho living
My 3-Week Azerbaijan, Georgia, And Armenia Solo Trip From India: Itinerary, Costs, Visas, Details
Divided by borders and languages, united by soviet history and Marshrutkas.
Mar 2112 min read
Sucks In The City: An Uncomfortable Transition Rehoming in Bangalore
it's not just the physical landscape that's gone from serene, natural and soothing into chaotic, unsightly and ugly, but something deeper
Mar 79 min read
10 Things To Do in Rishikesh in a 3-Day Itinerary And Their Order To Have A Meaningful Trip
Compressing the highs of Rishikesh in a few days while letting you get a feel of the special energy of the place.
Jan 218 min read
3 Foreigner-Friendly Digital Nomad Hubs With Conscious Communities in India: A Personal Guide
I've worked by the emerald waters of the Ganga, in the lap of the Himalayas and done Slack in a Shack in Goa.
Dec 19, 20249 min read
Two-Day Itinerary For Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, Including Overnight Desert Camping: Top 10 Things To Do
The 2-day trip to Jaisalmer couldn't have packed in more, and yet not be rushed or left too much unexplored or unseen.
Nov 13, 20249 min read
3-Day Itinerary For Hampi, The Site Of Ruins Of The Glorious 14th Century Vijayanagara Empire, And A Hippie Outpost in South India
A land frozen in time, a glimpse into the glory of 700-year old civilization, hiding amidst lush paddy fields and vast boulders.
Oct 23, 202411 min read
One Week Cambodia Itinerary Including Angkor Wat, Phnom Penh And Sihanoukville
Temple runs, floating villages, happy pizzas, and a gruesome history, Cambodia is buzzing with character.
Sep 11, 202410 min read
10 Outdated And Tacky Home Decor Trends That Still Rule Indian Homes And Bachelor Pads
Get rid of the string lights and the polyester curtains stat!
Sep 10, 20246 min read
Traveler Adopts Stray Dog in India, Flies Him Back To Spain After Losing Three Flights, Thousands Of Dollars In A Dramatic Showdown
Inspirational story of how when you really want to, you will figure out how to be with your dog, come hell or high water.
Sep 8, 20246 min read
An Appreciation Note: The Ambani Wedding Resets The Image Of India And In A Good Way
More than the emeralds, the Ambani wedding showcased the best of India,
Jul 17, 20247 min read
Why You Should Visit The 8th Century Rock-cut Masrur Temples in Himachal Pradesh
Located on a 2000-feet elevation, the gorgeous and epic Masrur Rock-cut temples have survived over 1000 years through earthquakes, landslide
Jun 24, 20245 min read
My '30 By 30' Countries Challenge: 9 Countries In Central And East Europe, 23-Day Itinerary From India + Costs
From fairytale towns of centre Europe to the charming historical relics of East Europe, our 21-day trip made a milestone birthday memorable.
Jun 10, 202420 min read
Sucks In The City: An Uncomfortable Transition Rehoming in Bangalore
it's not just the physical landscape that's gone from serene, natural and soothing into chaotic, unsightly and ugly, but something deeper
3 Foreigner-Friendly Digital Nomad Hubs With Conscious Communities in India: A Personal Guide
I've worked by the emerald waters of the Ganga, in the lap of the Himalayas and done Slack in a Shack in Goa.
An Appreciation Note: The Ambani Wedding Resets The Image Of India And In A Good Way
More than the emeralds, the Ambani wedding showcased the best of India,
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I (Monica) am a lifelong traveler (42 countries), animal rights and sustainability advocate, and a marketer by profession. I'm old school in that I still like to blog and document rather than make reels and videos.
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