The bustling streets of George Town, Penang offer up sights, sounds, and smells at every corner. From its street art to the street food, Georgetown is a city that seems to live in full view of the public, making outsiders feel like insiders. Street Art George Town used to be the capital of Britain’s colonial outpost in Malaysia. Now, its claim to fame is being the capital of street art in Southeast Asia. In 2012, the city commissioned … [Read more...]
Harar, Ethiopia
Harar is undoubtedly Ethiopia’s brightest flower. If a jewel, she may be slightly chipped around the edges, though her centre continues to shine with undiminished brilliance. Of course, like most places on the continent – which Paul Theroux encapsulates as ‘a Dark Star’ – everything is a bit messed up. Located on the border of the far eastern Somali region, French-imported blue and white vintage Peugeot taxis cruise beneath Italian-built colonial … [Read more...]
A Tale of Blue Gold
You might not wonder how clothes or other fabrics get their color, but textile dyes have been around for centuries affecting much more than just the world of fabric. With the introduction of exotic and stunning hues that came from dyes, the world was made a canvas upon which our ancestors painted their history. Dyes were often considered a luxury and a symbol of wealth. Of the many dyes, indigo is the oldest, and its origins are based in … [Read more...]
No Touch Monkey by Ayun Halliday
Author Halliday sprinkles a mix of wit and humor among her often eclectic travel experiences (no surprise considering her career in improvisation comedy). From Africa to India she details a number of travel memoirs prior to the advent of the Internet. She realizes the value of human interaction based on her travels pre wireless technology. To this she encourages travelers today to get off of technology and spend more time interacting with other … [Read more...]
7 Places to Stop on a Tour of India
India is one of the most visited travel destinations in Asia for its rich culture, diverse landscapes, exotic cities and endless number of archeological sites. Being the seventh largest country in the world, India has more than 1 billion inhabitants, divided into over 2000 ethnic groups. If you are looking to visit India and have best out of your trip, you should not miss exploring the follow 7 top places: Agra Agra is surely the most visited … [Read more...]
Travels in Myanmar, with Buddha Behind the Wheel
If the Buddha was driving in heavy urban traffic, would he honk? Much as that sounds like some wisecracking riddle, it’s a thought that occurred to me while my taxi’s driver was navigating the maelstrom of traffic in Yangon, Myanmar. Yangon has over five million people, and at times during my days in the city, it seemed that most of them were behind the wheel. Yet, though traffic surged, darted and inched, drivers seemed patient, and honks—if you … [Read more...]
Off Beat Destinations for an Adventurous Holiday
The lists of the best travel destinations are always biased towards a few places like France, England and Switzerland, and in some cases India and Turkey. While these places are of course spectacularly awesome, there are some other places in the world that are less heard of but offer quite a captivating experience for adventure lovers. Sometimes we want our travel experience to be more unique and special. Sometimes we do not want the hassle of … [Read more...]
Spots worth checking out while volunteering in Delhi
The capital city of India, Delhi, is a bowl full of enthralling activities and upbeat lifestyle. One can find a huge mix of different cultures, from all across the country, amalgamating here. The city reflects a perfect blend of ancient culture and modern technology. An opportunity to volunteer in Delhi can be a great experience for many who are keen to witness the real time example of ‘Unity in Diversity’. Considering the fact that India is … [Read more...]
Must See Places in Delhi for the Well Heeled Traveler
Delhi has always been a city of "Nawabs". The term Nawabs is a suffix for individuals who belong to a royal family indicating they can afford a life of luxury. The destinations highlighted below are available to all - "we live in a democracy" and are rated as several "must experiences" for a traveler who has an aptitude for exploration and craves something off the beaten path. So here we go... 1. Dinner at Bukhara Delhi With many … [Read more...]
Zanzibar Attractions that Freddie Mercury Would Love
Had Freddie Mercury been around today to return to his birthplace in Zanzibar, he would find an island paradise: magnificent white sand beaches, world-class watersports, historical landmarks, extraordinary wildlife, and fantastic nightlife. He would especially love these Zanzibar attractions: Bohemian Rhapsody at Cheetah’s Rock Judith Peraino, a music professor at Cornell University, teaches that "Mercury intended... [this song] to be a 'mock … [Read more...]
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