Amritsar – Serenity Bangla As a single woman traveller I wanted the comfort of a homely atmosphere for my first few days in India while I settled back into the Indian way of life. Serenity Bangla is an amazing homestay in Amritsar in the Punjab in north-east India that hosts people from all over the world. Its main attraction for me was the genuine welcome into the family, not just the property, from the host Romy. She was so helpful with … [Read more...]
Tips when staying in mid-range tourist hotels in India
When I travel to India I stay at mid-range hotels (approximately AUD$50 per night). These are not backpacker hostels, nor are they global brand name hotels and they are often frequented by international and domestic tourists. The following traits have become apparent over my visits and I wanted to share these with other travellers so you can be prepared. Tipping on the way in, when your bags are taken to your room, often results in better … [Read more...]
10 Must-See Villages in India
Like other American girls I like to spend holiday season at home in an idyllic ambience with family and friends. I initially had reservations about investing time in touring the rich heritage and culture of India. My friends challenged me to try something new. So, I planned a trip to India with Jane Smith, my travel buddy and decided to experience the life in villages in India. The audacious journey saw us taking off from the San Francisco … [Read more...]
TOP 7 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD GO SOLO
Are you tired of making group plans which end up being cancelled because of other people being busy? Are you not able to find a time that suits all at once? Are you tired of other people's tantrums on deciding for that "perfect plan"? If your answer is yes to any of the above questions, then solo travel is for you. Why not ditch the plan and set out on a solo adventure! Why not finally make a trip to that place you have longed to visit but not … [Read more...]
Discovering Uluru at Your Own Pace – Cycle Uluru
Forget climbing the rock - cycle Uluru! I’m more of an off-the-beaten-track kind of a traveler, a nature enthusiast who falls madly in love with all things timeless. It’s the magnificent giants of our time that completely captivate my desire to roam, and so, as an avid hiker, an adventure-seeker, it made all the more sense for me to finally visit the famous outback of Australia and Uluru. But there’s so much more to this wilderness, an … [Read more...]
Becoming a Digital Nomad
Colleen Kinsey Writes about life as a digital nomad I remember what my life was like two years ago. I did the normal 8 to 5 corporate job Monday through Friday. By the time Friday would finally roll around, I was too exhausted to plan the trips or adventures I was secretly pining to do. Instead, I would scroll through travel blogs and Pinterest and dreaming of a different life. One day, I came across a blog that mentioned the term “digital … [Read more...]
Tuscany Untouched Tours
Andrea recently travelled to Tuscany, one of the most romantic and beautiful regions in the world. Visiting this quaint location was like taking a time capsule to the Medieval ages, where one only needed to take a hike up one of its trails to experience sweeping views over sublime castles and breathtaking landscapes below. Tuscany Untouched Tours (TUT) took us off the beaten path to experience Tuscany through the eyes of a local, thanks to … [Read more...]
Camp Camp – Summer Camp – but not as you know it…
The first year I signed up for ‘Camp’ Camp, I had no idea what I was getting into. After a friend invited me, I agreed to go without giving it very much thought. Then, about a week before I was scheduled to leave, I took a closer look at the website. Described as “a summer camp for LGBT adults” in the woods of Maine, it required that I share a cabin with up to a dozen total strangers. I’d be eating meals with almost 250 people. There was an … [Read more...]
The Best Coffee Shops to Visit in Washington DC
If you’re anything like me, you probably can’t start a busy and active day without a good cup of coffee to boost your spirits and your energy. So, when you’re choosing where to stay in DC, it makes sense to choose somewhere near a great coffee shop. While there’s certainly no shortage of great coffee shops in Washington (in fact, it was pretty difficult choosing just a handful of them for this list!), there are some pretty dire ones too, so it’s … [Read more...]
Travel to Ireland for a Beautiful Vacation Experience
Ireland is a relatively safe place to go when travelling as a solo women, or in a group. The hospitality of the Emerald Isle is legendary. You won’t believe how friendly the people are. If you love nature, don’t want somewhere too hot, and are a history seeker, then Ireland should be on your bucket list. Ireland is full of beautiful, picturesque nature everywhere you look. Although the weather may not be tropical or always sunny (in the summer … [Read more...]
