Bangkok- An Insider’s Guide
I recently spent two days, as a stop-over, in Bangkok. I won’t say it’s one of my favourite cities I’ve ever visited. But it’s certainly not the worst either.
In my opinion, it’s not over-flowing...
24 Hours Exploring Lisbon’s Maritime Past and Tram 28
It’s one of the oldest cities in Europe and predates London, Rome and Paris.
Let me share a brief insight into one of my favourite cities. It’s...
Day 4 – 9 April 2011 – Sarongs, Sandstone and Cycle Rides
Updated October 2021
After a healthy breakfast of fruit and juices (honestly!) our driver collected us just after 8am to start a full day of sightseeing in Old Delhi. First stop was the very impressive...
Day 18 – 23 April 2011 – Farewell Mumbai
Updated October 2011
What an experience last night at the game. Mumbai Indians won a close game and the atmosphere at the stadium was excellent. Certainly the best of the venues we’d been to.
But what...
Bangkok – Know Before You Go
Thailand is the heart of Southeast Asia, and its capital city, Bangkok, is its beating pulse. Often referred to as the City of Angels, Bangkok will overload all five senses with its contrasting chaos...
7 Tips To Consider Before Your Next Flight
Long flights leave many of us feeling irritable and bad-tempered. But you don’t need to enrol in the nearest meditation or yoga class as soon as you land after your next trip!
Here are seven...
Cocktails in Jaipur: Unveiling Jaipur’s Mixology Magic
Are you searching for the best place to enjoy cocktails in Jaipur?
I have lived sporadically in Jaipur for several months each year for the last 8 years. Consequently, I've witnessed its evolution first-hand.
In my...
Day 13 – 18 April 2011 – “Blob Out” Day
Updated October 2021
We officially declared today a “blob out” day – government buildings and monuments were still closed and we had some packing to do.
Feeling a bit under the weather today, I had breakfast...
Exploring Karni Mata Rat Temple
Introduction
India is well-known for its numerous religions, countless gods and goddesses, rituals, and many myths. Would it surprise you that it has a rat temple? No, I’m not kidding. It has!
It’s estimated more than...
Day 19 – 24 April 2011 – From One Extreme to Another
Updated October 2011
I was looking forward to Singapore. I feel a strong connection with her as I was born there and have been fortunate to visit several times since.
We left Mumbai at 10:05 this...
