It’s day three and we visited Paro, the other main city in Bhutan apart from Thimpu. Our guide today changed to Mr. Yeshi. He did not crack as many jokes as Mr. Kinley but was a true-blooded gentleman throughout our journey. After a while, the scenery of Bhutan starts to look the same, and eachContinue reading “Paro in Pictures”
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Five Awesome Things to Do in Thimpu
Day two in Bhutan was more awesome than the first. The country is very slow and peaceful. We visited the famous sites of Thimpu during a full-day trip. Our tour guide was a splendid local man who has been one for several years. His name was Kinley — and he told us to remember itContinue reading “Five Awesome Things to Do in Thimpu”
Day One in Bhutan – Happily Equal
Bhutan is known as one of the happiest countries in the world and the kingdom measures this through a unique National Gross Happiness index. My family had heard about its majestic beauty, the peaceful monasteries, as well as, the Dzongs tucked in between the lower Himalayan ranges, and we had to visit! We departed fromContinue reading “Day One in Bhutan – Happily Equal”
The Lover’s Lock
Meg and Jim stood on the Hohenzollern Bridge, facing each other in front of an infinite sea of locks. The golden lock that they had put on the bridge’s railing was between them. The letters “M” and “J” written with a permanent marker. It was nearly a decade ago, the last time they were atContinue reading “The Lover’s Lock”
The Wife and Her Blind Husband
As the cool wind pulls my hair backward, I stare at this beautiful city — Auckland. Mt. Rangitoto stands majestically in the middle of the Hauraki Gulf. It’s been inactive for years now but it seems to me that it would erupt anytime and cover the sea in ashes. Will and I went yesterday toContinue reading “The Wife and Her Blind Husband”
Nothern Territory Australia Things to Do
Australia is beautiful. I have never seen so many diverse landscapes sprinkled across a single country. Right from the Great Barrier Reef in the west, to the amazing mountainous landscapes in Tasmania; Australia will forever stay in my heart. This particular adventure stood out as I got to see a display of nature’s finest creations. MyContinue reading “Nothern Territory Australia Things to Do”
The Sydney Nightlife Guide
When I first came to the land down under back in 2012, I was more than surprised to see the city of Sydney shutting down by 6pm and not a soul in sight by 8pm. Having been brought up in Mumbai, which is also known as the city that never sleeps, it was so hardContinue reading “The Sydney Nightlife Guide”
Suggested Fiction Reads – February
I’m starting a new feature where I suggest books for you to read every month based on my reads of the previous month. They are great travel companions too as they aren’t too heavy. Here are my suggested books for Feb: 1) All the Light we Cannot See by Anthony Doerr Set during World WarContinue reading “Suggested Fiction Reads – February”
Wadi Adventure Review
Wadi Adventure is located in Al Ain, near a snug and cozy range of mountains. We went there by taking a bus from Al-Gubaiba bus station that takes you straight to Al-Ain town. From there we took a 20 minutes taxi ride. The concept of Wadi adventure is super awesome. They try to give itContinue reading “Wadi Adventure Review”
A Private Detective in Sentosa Island
I follow the couple as they enter the Marina Bay Sands hotel. They kiss outside the reception. Click The man holds the woman by the waist. Click They get into an elevator while holding hands. Click This should be enough evidence for my client. I head back home and email these pictures to her. MyContinue reading “A Private Detective in Sentosa Island”
Menaka Writes 