Why living in a new country is like getting a new boyfriend (or, how to be content)
So there’s been radio silence while I was in New Zealand. Apologies… and it wasn’t even that there was nothing to say (I always have …
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The food in India: the good, the great, and the very best
This post about food in India is so long overdue. I love food. And not in a normal moderate ‘oh yeah, I like food’ way. …
Things you probably didn’t know about India (and reasons why I love this place)
There are a bazillion languages When you think of India, what language do you think Indians speak? The answer is: all of them. There are …
The very honest travel advice for women in India
Hampi- overlooking the lake at sunset As a long-time visitor, I’m often asked for travel advice for women in India. It can be a challenging …
Washington, the place of monuments, Presidents, and squirrels
Today, we are travelling back in time. Before New York, we spent three weeks in Washington. While most of that was work, we still spent …
These vagabond shoes are longing to stray…. New York, New York
Sorry for such a long break in posting- I was off galavanting around the world. The great joy of freelancing is I can work anywhere- …
Goa – Paradise, beaches, and history
A few weeks ago, some friends from Europe came to visit and we went on a road trip to Goa. The week before we left, …
Trekking from Pokhara: At the foot of the giants
If you start trekking from Pokhara, you won’t be disappointed. Perched at the foot of the Himalayas, Pokhara is a beautiful town that feeds into …
Things to do in Kathmandu, Following The Flags
I have always wanted to visit Nepal. My Grandparents used to host students that were studying at the English School in Christchurch. I distinctly remember …
Arranged marriage in India: An outsiders view
I’ve thought a long time about posting this blog about arranged marriage, because I don’t want to offend or upset any of my lovely Indian …