DIY – Kyaiktiyo Pagoda as a day trip from Yangon
Everyone visiting the famous Kyaiktiyo Pagoda(Golden Rock), thinks it is not possible to do it as a day trip from Yangon. As a result, they end up spending an extra day on the mountain...
Author: Sai Karthik Reddy Mekala
22 things you better know before traveling to Myanmar
Myanmar is still a novice when it comes to tourism. But that’s where the beauty lies in exploring places that are less traveled. Some might feel that Myanmar is weird, but I tell that...
Weird things in Myanmar a.k.a Burma
I traveled to Myanmar because I hate my life at home. Myanmar has long been closed to tourism but recently in the past decade the country is opening up and allowing tourists in limited...
Why I want to relocate some where else
I have been on the road for about 112 days in 2013, rest of the time I was at home in Hyderabad. Though I have stayed for only few days in cities like Hanoi,...
Interview – Susan Shain of TravelJunkette.com
Today we talk to Susan Shain about traveling, adventure jobs, blogging and much more. She has been working seasonal adventure jobs and traveling the world since 2008. She uses her blog, Travel Junkette, to show people...
Why I would rather want to make home in Yangon, than in Hyderabad
Barely 10 hours after a trip back from Hong Kong and Myanmar, things at home in Hyderabad seems to be boring and falling apart. I travel not to escape home, but to find a...
Things I learnt during my few days in Myanmar
What did I learn from traveling? This is one question I always post to myself. I want to learn many new things everyday that would improve me as a human being. Traveling for me...
First day in the unknown Myanmar
Visiting Myanmar is one thing I would brag about, through out my life. Slowly the doors to tourism are opening, but still Myanmar is not everyone’s cup of tea. I was always wondering how...
An unexplored journey awaits you in Himachal’s quaint town Chail
I once visited a laidback hill station in the pristine valley of Himachal Pradesh and a part of me has lived there ever since. With its jagged landscapes, snow-capped peaks, opulent wildlife, rich folk...
DIY – Myanmar visa in Hong Kong
With all the myths and mis-information appearing about Myanmar’s Visa On Arrival(VOA) and the military junta government not favoring tourists visit their country, here I tell you the best and easiest way to get...
DIY – Hong Kong Airport to city center on cheap
The cost of Airport Express from Hong Kong Airport to Hong Kong station is HKD 100 (approximately USD 13) one way. I will tell you how you can save more than HKD 75 on this...
Interview with Noah Lederman of Somewhere or Bust
When his friends were getting employed at office desks and studio apartments, Noah Lederman packed his bag along with a surfboard to see what was the world is like. In this interview we talk...
Sunday Photo Story – Kyaiktiyo Pagoda
It is believed that touching the Golden Rock at Kyaiktiyo Pagoda will fulfill all your wishes. Located on Mount Kyaiktiyo in Myanmar, on the edge of a cliff (like Taktsang Monastery in Paro, Bhutan) the...
Hacking Singapore the backpackers way
Singapore – one of the most lively and vibrant cities in Asia, is expensive compared to standards of other Asian cities. But the attractions, food, entertainment value, shopping opportunities and the nightlife scene, makes...
Nepal Tourist Information
Nepal, is known for trekking and the beautiful nature. A landlocked country between India and China, Nepal has a rich cultural heritage which has been hidden and not so often talked about. During my...
A Comprehensive Guide For Every Traveler Visiting Turkey!
Turkey: The Pearl Of The Ancient World! Europe and Asia shoulders with each other in the land of Turkey, where an iconic medley of myriad influences, from Mediterranean, Middle Eastern nations, the Balkans and...
Foods you should never miss in Sri Lanka
In the travelers circles, Sri Lanka is famous for its pristine beaches, cultural heritage and scenic landscapes. No, wonder all these things clubbed together, makes Sri Lanka a wonderful destination for solo and group...
Petronas Twin Towers – Kuala Lumpur
A decade ago, the tallest buildings in the world, Pertonas Towers is only a part of the 100 acre Kuala Lumpur Convection Center (KLCC) and is on top of every travelers agenda when visiting...
DIY – Traveling independently from anywhere in India to Thimphu or Paro in Bhutan
An easy step by step guide on how to travel independently only by using a public transport or foot from anywhere in India either to Thimphu or Paro in Bhutan. There are many routes...
Getting A Nepal Visa
Nepal is one of the country that has very easy visa policy. People of many countries can get a Visa on Arrival (which is valid for multiple entry) for either 15 / 30 /...