Travelogue
Kochi: The Queen of the Arabian Sea
Kochi (also known as Cochin) is the largest coastal city in the state of Kerala in India. It is known as "the Queen of Arabian Sea" due to its splendid location near the Arabian Sea flourishing in greeneries and natural beauties
From Lisbon to Porto: A tale of adventure in Portugal
Life is all about grabbing an opportunity when one presents itself and that’s exactly what I did, when I found an email in my inbox, one fateful day, inviting me for a 4-day work meeting, across several continents, to Europe. It was one of my favourite, yet least explored destinations in the world — Portugal — and this time, I knew I wanted to capitalise.
Chasing horizons in Thailand: A month of marvels and mishaps
Dhaka. The city where honking is the language of the roads, and the heat is a constant companion like that one clingy friend we all have. So, what happens when five Dhakaites decide to swap this chaos for the tropical allure of Thailand? Let's just say, it involves more than our usual dose of adrenaline and an unexpected culinary plot twist.
Alone at the top: A Dhaka adventurer's Himalayan quest to find meaning in life
In my case, reminiscing about standing thousands of feet above and breathing the freshest air this planet has to offer, while the thick exhaust of the 27-number bus blows on my face, does it for me. This is where I can’t help but draw parallels between navigating through Dhaka's unending traffic jams and a Himalayan trek in itself.
Waterfalls hopping in the Finger Lakes region of New York
The Finger Lakes ― a group of eleven long and narrow water bodies in New York located directly south of Lake Ontario ― is well-known for hundreds of breath-taking waterfalls and dramatic gorges that mesmerise countless visitors every year. These geological masterpieces, in a glacial landscape, evoke emotion by inspiring us to slow down and appreciate the beauty of nature.
The Sundarbans soiree: Of Padma dreams, ancient trees, and vanishing tigers
The Sundarbans, a land of mangroves, tigers, and... well, mosquitoes, but let's focus on the romantic part, shall we? This time, we swapped Dhaka's ever-present rickshaws and eternal traffic jams for the mysterious lure of the great Sundarbans.
A mother-daughter Euro adventure!
The thought of being solely responsible for my 9-year-old for almost three weeks in a bunch of unknown non-English speaking countries was a bit daunting. However, a voice inside my head whispered; If I missed this opportunity this would be a lifetime regret.
The splendour of Sylhet
Located on the bank of the Surma River, Sylhet is one of the oldest cities in Bangladesh, having a vast historical and cultural background. Originally part of the Bengal Presidency and later Eastern Bengal and Assam; Sylhet was part of Colonial Assam between 1874 and 1947 when, following a referendum and the partition of British India, it then became part of the then East Pakistan.
Alternative 3-day itinerary in Singapore!
We love this country! These are the clean streets our dreams are made of, the stringent grasp over political affairs that are figments of our fantasies, the shopping malls that we would love to have at our doorsteps, and oh the beautiful security of life!
The cultural triangle in Sri Lanka
My husband and I are the “dream team” when it comes to travelling. On multiple occasions we discussed what would be a dream-destination when it comes to a 'honeymooney' experience and we both, almost simultaneously, bailed out on the typically picturesque crown favourites like Maldives or Bali.
The Victoria and Albert Museum in London
The Victoria and Albert museum London is one of the better known tourist attractions in the city, both for its novelty and depth in collection of curiosities.
Into the Khumbu Valley: The Gateway to Mt. Everest
These four lines of a poem by an anonymous poet had been the inspiration of my life that practically led me into the world of the Great Himalayas in Nepal.
The grand Buckingham Palace
One of the iconic and historic places in London is none other than Queen Elizabeth of the United Kingdom's official residence, well-known as the Buckingham Palace.
Witness of history at The British Museum
The British Museum is one of the most visited museums in the world, owing to its vast collection of arts and pieces of history from around the globe.
Vacationing without a visa
Holidays nowadays are a lot different from holidays that used to be and given a long run of vacation days, our plans tend to become bolder.
The many faces of Phuket
It's been called the 'Pearl of the Andaman Sea'. Phuket is the largest island in Thailand, and together with a collection of a number of other islands, forms the province of Phuket.
London Eye
Visiting the tourist attractions in London is quite exciting and interesting as it comes with lots of fun and enjoyment. One such destination is the London Eye which is a large Ferris wheel by the south bank of the River Thames in Central London. This Ferris wheel, adorned with lights, takes about half an hour to complete a full circle, or one revolution.
On top of the Shard
The Shard, also referred to as the Shard of Glass, Shard London Bridge and formerly London Bridge Tower, is a 95-storey skyscraper in Southwark, London that forms part of the London Bridge Quarter development.