So, RD has this dream of going for the Everest Base Camp Trek and I’m sure he’ll soon get to live that dream (*Touchwood*). Knowing myself, even though I’m good with high altitude treks but not yet confident enough to sign up for EBC. However, the desire to get a closer look at Mt.Everest is […]
Asia
The largest continent in the world that hosts 60% of the world’s total population along with the magnificent Himalayas and the lush green rainforests as well as the vast stretches of desert, Asia is undoubtedly a mysterious land full of amazing things. Being in love with the snow-clad Himalayas, unique cultures, warm people, diverse topography, colorful festivities, and delicious cuisines – we’ve had our best journeys exploring the nooks and corners of India and then traversing beyond the borders – hopping around mostly the Southeast Asian countries.
Our first international trip together was to Bhutan – the ‘Happiest Country In The World’ as they say, and we had a month to spend there – ticking off nearly all that was there in our bucket list. Later we traveled to Singapore where RD’s cousins lived and had a ‘home away from home’ feeling while being on a vacay. To celebrate RD’s 30th birthday, we took a ‘Mountain Flight’ to get a closer look at the Mt.Everest in Nepal and then backpacked across Cambodia, wandering around the ruins of Angkor. In 2019, Riyanka tripped to Thailand with her childhood buddy and had a crazy island hopping experience!
Together (and sometimes on our own!), we have been taking baby steps of fulfilling our travel dreams and slowly exploring places, learning more through experiences, and weaving beautiful stories worth sharing.
So scroll down to read more about our journeys across Asia :)
Dzukou Valley Trek, Nagaland: A Walk Through The Wonderland!
So, we had a week’s time to explore Nagaland. Since it was the month of December, we couldn’t have skipped the Hornbill Festival in any way, and after soaking in the cultural vibes of the Naga tribes, our next plan was to head out for Dzukou Valley! Located in the borders of Nagaland and Manipur, […]
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Da Lat, Vietnam: Exploring ‘The City Of Eternal Spring’ In Just 48 Hours!
Back in the time, when the French ruled Vietnam, this place used to be their favorite getaway, especially during the summer! Every time, when they wished to ditch the tropical weather and feel the cool breeze, they’d travel to Da Lat, which often reminded them of France! Not surprising enough, it was even called ‘Le […]
AirBnB Accommodations Over Hotels | Here’s What We Prefer More & Why!
We still remember our first Airbnb experience, which was in Dhanaulti, Uttarakhand. We were initially planning to travel to Mussorie with two of our friends during the Independence Day weekend but figured out that it would be overcrowded and the hotels had already put a surcharge. While looking up other places where we could make […]
Exploring The Best Of Saigon In Just 2 Days: A Backpacker’s Guide!
Just 3 days before 2019 was about to bid us a generous goodbye, we hopped on a flight to explore Saigon and welcome 2020 in the Vietnamese way! A place that is steeped in some of the most important modern histories in the world, this city breathes life and vitality into all who are settled […]
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Hornbill Festival In Pictures: A Complete Guide Of The Culture Kaleidoscope
Known as the ‘Festival of Festivals’, the Hornbill Festival is organized by the Government of Nagaland to encourage inter-tribal interaction and to promote the cultural heritage of the state. This incredible annual jamboree takes place from December 1 to 10, every year, at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, which is about 12 km from Kohima. All […]
Best Things To Do In Siem Reap Other Than Exploring The Ruins Of Angkor
If you’ve always thought that Siem Reap is all about the ruins of Angkor, we’re here to tell you what else this gorgeous city has in store! From exploring the rural life to enjoying the culinary delights, rare flora and fauna as well as getting in tune with your spiritual side – there’s so much […]
36 Hours in Khajuraho: Exploring The Temples Of Love, Life & Worship
I wasn’t much keen about exploring the ancient temples oozing with beautiful sculptures and intricate artwork until I met RD. Well, yeah, he did shift my attention towards the mystical beauty of these age-old structures that have endless stories attached to them, as we traversed across various such temple complexes including Khajuraho in MP, Hampi […]
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Wandering Across North Sikkim With The Doi Host!
It’s true that social media does affect us in some way or the other, and when it comes to traveling, we do get influenced by other people’s experiences and stories. Stumbling upon TheDoiHost on Instagram wasn’t a coincidence! As I kept drooling over their pictures (also because I knew the amazing people behind it), I decided to join […]
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An Encounter With The One-Horned Rhinos In Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary!
Getting to spot the wildlife in India always seemed like a dream to me! For the last couple of years, I’ve tried my luck several times, at different Wildlife Sanctuaries & National Parks across the country, but (honestly) I never had a chance of spotting anything – apart from monkeys and deers, of course! There […]