Want to Win a Free Vacation in the UK?
Want a chance to win a free vacation!? I just took a quiz from a UK travel agency called Parkdean Holidays to be entered to win a prize of a 7 day stay at one of their two dozen resorts
FAQ: Should I Come to Goa in Monsoon?
I love rain. I grew up in Ohio where springtime meant rain for a month or more straight. A lot of people told me, “The Goa in monsoon season will be ten times more than what you’ve ever experienced," but I have
When to Travel to India: Everything You Need to Know
Before a trip I do read a lot about the destination I’m going. I don’t plan out an itinerary per se, as I always change my mind along the way. But, I am a planner at heart so I do
Don’t Leave India Without Rajasthani Wall Hangings!
For all your budget travelers, that can't do much shopping: if you were to ask me what is the NUMBER ONE thing to buy while traveling in India- I would say traditional Rajasthani wall hangings. I've told you about my
Easy Guide to Jaipur’s Pink City
For a MUCH updated guide, check out my Places to Visit in Jaipur post! Remember when I told you about the “blue city of India”, well they have a pink one too. Of course. If you’ve been following my Rajasthan
The Hippie’s Guide to Shopping in Goa
Goa has THE best market in India, if not the whole world: the Saturday night market, followed closely by the flea market. These aren’t the only options, but are great places to start shopping in Goa. The two biggest markets
Ultimate Unique Guide to North Goa
I read once that as a travel writer you shouldn’t use the word “paradise”, but there is truly no other way to describe Goa. Imagine people who love their lives completely. They came to Goa to start a business they
Pushkar Travel Guide: a Hidden City with an Easy-going Vibe
Pushkar, “the rose garden of Rajasthan” is where traditional meets hippie in the desert state. Spend some extra time here to soak in that easygoing Rishikesh vibe in this hot sandstone town. This little Pushkar travel guide will help you
Get Free Flights By “Travel Hacking” & a Giveaway!
Travel hacking is a term that is all over the Internet right now, and I was feeling a little left out having never even joined a frequent fliers program. With the amount of flights I’ve taken, I shudder to imagine
Camel Safari in Jaisalmer: The Ultimate Checklist
The main reason people go to Jaisalmer, an ancient Fort city, is to ride a camel through the rolling sand dunes of the Thar Desert. Some will tell you this is “too touristy”, but not me! I loved every bit
6 Reasons You’ll Love Jaisalmer
“I find Jaisalmer too touristy… you can’t really enjoy it” Blah, blah. Not true! I loved Jaisalmer with a passion. I'm going to tell you 6 reasons why you'll LOVE Jaisalmer, plus some Jaisalmer travel tips! I didn’t only love this
Why You Should Hire a Car from Jodhpur to Udaipur
Most times, people take buses and trains and wouldn't consider hiring a car. It's a little different in India, where car hire can be quite cheap. I once took a mountain car ride through treacherous roads for 10 hours and