India is one of the most interesting, intense, beautiful and chaotic countries in the world, and a firm personal favourite of mine. When you arrive in India your senses will be overwhelmed with the fragrances and colours that surround you. During your trip, you will have plenty of opportunities to shop. There are countless stores selling products made for tourists to take home. This guide is going to go through the best Indian souvenirs to take back home with you. These products are[...]
When visiting Kerala, I was blown away by many things. I have travelled to India before, but I had not explored the south of India at all. When I was invited to see Kerala with Kerala Tourism on the Kerala Blog Express I was over the moon with emotions. India was already my favourite country so I couldn’t wait to see more. Recently I was asked to participate in the Human by Nature campaign by Kerala Tourism to tell you all about this incredible part of India and my personal[...]
India, the land of smiles, stares and pretty amazing food. It’s not a destination you can neither prepare for nor is it a place where you can expect everything to go smoothly. While backpacking 6 weeks solo from Delhi to Mumbai, here are 10 things that happened to me and will also probably happen to you when visiting India. 10 things that will happen to you when visiting India 1. You will lose patience more than once From India stretchy time, to public transport that never s[...]
I was welcomed with open arms into Kerala - ‘Gods own country’, with flowers and a personalised sign. I think I could get used to airport welcomes like this and now everywhere I go I will be expecting roses! Why is Kerala the best state in India? 1. The people are beyond friendly I have noticed in the last week of my travels in Kerala, people are so friendly and always smiling. Whether it's in 5-star luxury, the streets or along the backwaters, people are m[...]
Known as the spiritual capital of India, Varanasi is not to be missed if you’re heading to that part of the country. It was more confronting than any other place I have visited in my life, but I found myself not wanting to leave after spending 5 nights there. After my nightmare in Delhi, I was willing to give India a fresh start and I didn’t regret it. I already had accommodation booked before arriving in India. I stayed in a guest house because it wa[...]