The Sea. My earliest memories were of the sea. I was a young boy of ten, frolicking about. I would often stare into the sea wondering where it ended. What lay beyond the abyss? I used to collect shells and make necklaces and give them to my sisters as gifts. They never wore the necklacesContinue reading “Drifting into the Great Barrier Reef”
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The Instagram Traveller
I’m an Instagram traveler. I have been travelling the world for over two years. I experience my travels through a lens, the lens of my mobile phone. I experience my travels through eyes, not my own, but those of my followers. I have over 100,000 followers now. I love it when I get more followersContinue reading “The Instagram Traveller”
A Trek in Wadi Shab
My phobia started when I was very young. Whenever time would start healing my fears, something or the other would wash away all my progress. I could never really go into a swimming pool or do any water sports throughout my life. I couldn’t even go on a boat. Paradoxically, my father was in theContinue reading “A Trek in Wadi Shab”
Kleptomania in Champagne
The first thing I ever stole in my entire life was underwear. I was three years old and my play-mate, Billy, was four. He needed to pea so his mom took his underwear off in front of me and dragged him to the bathroom to potty train. I looked at that underwear which had monkeyContinue reading “Kleptomania in Champagne”
The Spirit of Alice Springs
This is a work of fiction The first time I saw her she was crying. This was around three years ago at a bar in Alice Springs, the huge one which caters to everyone without discriminating. She has pale skin, blonde hair and brown eyes, is tall and a little on the heavier side. HerContinue reading “The Spirit of Alice Springs”
5 Reasons Why Rome Is the Best City in the World
I have said this many times before and will say it again — Rome is my favorite city in the world. Why? Because it’s the perfect blend of history and the modern world. It has it all — beautiful historical sites, amazing shops, and of course; the perfect pizzas ever. So here’s my experience ofContinue reading “5 Reasons Why Rome Is the Best City in the World”
If I Kidnapped a Little Penguin
Hi! I’m Anishka and I’m 10 years old. I have come with my family to Australia all the way from India. We are visiting Melbourne for a week and the week before we went to Sydney. Australia is big and beautiful. When I get married to Ed Sheeran I will stay here with him nextContinue reading “If I Kidnapped a Little Penguin”
A Day in Amsterdam
I was listening to “Under the Bridge” by the Red Hot Chili Peppers on the way to Amsterdam. My headphones were rudely yanked right before the last verse. “It’s too loud,” said a petite woman around my age with large brown eyes, a dark complexion, and a nose ring. I glared at her in disbelief.Continue reading “A Day in Amsterdam”
How to Spend a Day in Rotorua
Rotorua — a city in New Zealand; is one of the most unique cities I have ever visited. It’s considered a major hub for geothermal activity and has several scenic touristy spots. I visited for half a day and here are my top attractions: 1) Whakarewarewa — Thermal Geyser/Village Tour Our first stop was Whakarewarewa,Continue reading “How to Spend a Day in Rotorua”
Top 5 Things to Do in Paris in 2 Days or Less
Paris Je t’aime! My 4-month stint in France left me with mixed emotions. I explored a whole lot of northern French cities which is rare for any tourist. Foreigners prefer the elegant and warmer cities of Cannes and Lyon. However, I truly enjoyed my visit to the cold Northern cities as I learned about numerousContinue reading “Top 5 Things to Do in Paris in 2 Days or Less”
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