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11 Must Visit Tiger Reserves in India
✓ Go on a virtual safari of must-see tiger reserves across India, with each providing a unique glimpse into the country's natural beauty and biodiversity.
10 Must See World Heritage Sites in India
✓ Get ready to go on a virtual tour of some of India’s most iconic World Heritage Sites and find out why they should be on every traveler’s itinerary.
Havelis of Nawalgarh, A Museum Scape
✓ Mansions retain an old world charm. When a hobbyist heritage-walker visits the havelis of Nawalgarh in Rajasthan and redefines it as a museum scape, she gives you a new travel goal.
Markets of Jaipur, A Museum Scape
✓ Jaipur needs no introduction. However, when a student of heritage management goes to the traditional markets of Jaipur and redefines it as a museum scape, she compels you to revisit.
Essentials Guide to Hornbill Festival of Nagaland
✓Discover how modern-day Naga tribes, once head-hunters, are keeping cultural traditions alive. Discover new perspectives. Read on this essentials guide to Hornbill festival of Nagaland in India’s Northeast.
Nagaland Travel Guide
✓ Motsuthung Yanthan, a proud young resident of the state, chronicles his candid thoughts and sticky anecdotes, and leaves you with compelling recommendations in this Nagaland travel guide.
Cradle of Happiness – The Ziro Festival of Music
✓ Find out what makes Ziro so special. Find out why you must bump this cradle of happiness – the Ziro Festival of Music to the top of your bucket list.
A Monsoon Drive in Northeast India
✓ Rameswar Prasad, with his friends, went for a monsoon drive in Northeast India. Find out what to and what not to expect in the wet season.
A Solo Backpacker’s Guide to Ziro
✓ Rahul Kumar drums up a solo backpacker’s guide to Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh, the eastern most state of India. Read on!
Gurudongmar Lake Travel Guide
✓ In this Gurudongmar Lake Travel Guide, Ankit Anil Agarwal offers a low down on how to plan your visit, costs, and practical tips to this gem of NE India.
Sikkim Travel Guide
✓ Jayashree Sengupta shares a resident’s perspective in this Northeast India travel guide to Sikkim. Click to read her recommendations and tips to plan your vacation!
Ziro Travel Guide
✓ In this Ziro Travel Guide from NE India, Nupur Das offers recommendations that only someone who’s ‘been there and and done that’ can.
Ukhrul and Imphal Travel Guide
✓ Tushar Nongthombam lists the places to visit and must-try food in Manipur. Check out this Ukhrul and Imphal travel guide from Northeast India.
North East India Travel Tips
✓ Find out the choicest of Northeast India Travel Tips. Here are some must-see destinations and recommendations for travelers to these eight states!
Mawryngkhang Trek, Bamboo Trail of Meghalaya
✓ Hikes in North East India are unique as blue diamonds. On your next tour, try the Bamboo Trail of Meghalaya and meet U Mawryngkhang, the King of Stones!
Top 20 Vietnamese Phrases for Travelers
✓ What are the must-know top 20 Vietnamese phrases for travelers when visiting Vietnam? Learn to say Cảm ơn instead of Thank you!
Backpacking Sanchi – A World Heritage
✓ In 3rd century BCE, Ashoka The Great, emperor of Maurya dynasty, commissioned a beautiful hilltop complex. Go backpacking Sanchi – A World heritage!
Shad Suk Mynsiem Festival of Meghalaya
✓ Northeast India is a land of festivals. Heading there? Go witness the Maidens Festival of Meghalaya, also called Shad Suk Mynsiem and symbolizing fertility!
What is North East India Like?
✓ Wondering what is North East India Like? Explore these least explored eight states of India while the bulk of explorers are looking elsewhere!
8 Compelling Reasons to Visit North East India
✓ Wondering why you must visit India's 8 northeastern states? Here are 8 compelling reasons to visit North East India – sooner than later.
North East India is Safer Than You Think
✓ Is it safe to travel in North East India? The question may bother those planning a vacation here. The short answer: North East India is safer than you think.
How to Backpack North East India?
✓ Visiting Northeast India? Find out about travel permits, guest houses, local transport, food, and more. Find out how to backpack north east India.
10 Mistakes to Avoid in North East India
✓ The last thing you want from your travels is an awkward memory that haunts you. Here's a list of ten mistakes to avoid in North East India.
Travel Permits to North East India
✓ Did you know that only 2-3 out of 8 states in the region mandate travel permits? Read on to find out how you can get travel permits to North East India.
Backpacking North East India: A Curious Journey
✓ Follow the footsteps of two backpackers, as they explore a relatively uncharted territory for over four winter months, and expand their idea of a nation.
Backpacking Jodhpur – The City Blue
✓ Indulge in royalty, or it’s truly blue neighborhoods. Go backpacking Jodhpur and indulge in this 15th century architectural oasis of the Thar!
Ultimate Hack to Travel Light
✓ A sheep from Down Under has the answer to every backpacker’s holy grail of lightweight bags. Get this ultimate hack to travel light.
High Altitude Cycling from Manali to Leh
✓ Find out what it takes to pedal ten days, crossing five Himalayan high passes. Find out what high altitude cycling from Manali to Leh is like!
Backpacker’s Guide to Hà Nội, Viet Nam
✓ Plan a weekend to explore the natural and historical heritage of Red River Delta. Explore the essentials with this backpacker’s guide to Hà Nội, Viet Nam!
Backpacker’s Guide to Ha Long Bay, Viet Nam
✓ Of junk boats in south China sea, towering limestone karsts, and squid fishing. Bookmark this backpacker’s guide to Ha Long Bay, Viet Nam!
Backpacker’s Guide to Sa Pa, Viet Nam
✓ Experience Vietnam’s diversity with its hill communities, terraced slopes, and the roof of Indochina. Get this backpacker's guide to Sa Pa, Viet Nam!
Biking the Golden Triangle of Southeast Asia
✓ Searching the internet for Golden Triangle may bring up stories of opium and of drug lords. But. Try biking the Golden Triangle of Southeast Asia!
Why Ubuntu is Best for Travelers and Bloggers?
✓ Did you know you could create books, music, videos, and more for free? Click to read why Ubuntu is best for travelers and bloggers.
Backpacking Gangotri Glacier
✓ At over 4000 meters above sea level, this Himalayan trek is likely to challenge your wits. Go backpacking Gangotri glacier!
Backpacker’s Guide to Bako National Park, Borneo
✓ For an Amazon, there’s a Borneo in South East Asia-a pole of unapologetic wilderness and its antipode. Here's a backpacker's guide to Bako National Park!
What is it like to visit Alaska?
✓ Ever wondered What is it like to visit Alaska?? The short answer - its mind-blowing! Find out the what, why, and how to of an inland Alaska tour.
Exploring Smoky Mountains
✓ A jewel of Appalachia, The Great Smoky Mountains National Park rarely gets excelled in its diversity and beauty. Go exploring smoky mountains!
Backpacking Melaka, A World Heritage City
✓ Founded by King Parameswara (14th century) and curated by many, there's more to this World Heritage City than meets the eye! Go backpacking Melaka!
Backpacking the Balkans
✓ World traveler and guest columnist Aparna Veer went solo backpacking the Balkans and writes a review with few recommendations.
How to Prepare for Your First Backpacking Trip?
✓ Backpacking continues to be a preferred style of travel for the young. Starting out? Here is how to prepare for your first backpacking trip.
Safest Places for Solo Women Travelers in India
✓ The appeal of solo travel often gets mixed with concerns of safety. Read this piece to know the safest places for solo women travelers in India.
Ultimate Travel Planning Hack for North East India
✓ What's the ultimate travel planning hack for Northeast India that nobody tells you? Remember to follow this advice to make the most of your vacation!
Ultimate Tips for Motorbiking in India
✓ Motocycling requires a healthy mix of endurance, maneuvering, and balance. Revving cross country? You need these ultimate tips for motorbiking in India!
How To Deal With Backpacking Surprises
✓ All travel situations cannot be predicted. But you can set yourself up for favorable outcomes with this guide on how to deal with backpacking surprises.
What Travelers to India Should Know about Sadhus?
✓ The country's hippie trail is characterized by Hindu Holy men and women. Here's what travelers to India should know about Sadhus.
Backpacking Gokarna
✓ A temple town, bound by mythical mountains and an ocean, with serene, white sandy beaches, Gokarna has emerged as a travel hotspot. Go Backpacking Gokarna!
How to Avoid Trouble when Traveling in India?
✓ Did you know that Swastika is an ancient symbol of well-being? Keep these 5 things in mind about how to avoid trouble when traveling in India.
America Travel Tip No One Talks About
✓ What is an America travel tip no one talks about? Psst! Get the numbers right! The American Number System is unique. Get a grip on it!