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21 moments of gratitude from 21 countries I visited in 2021

21 moments of gratitude from 21 countries I visited in 2021

What a whirlwind of a year. One full year of living the nomadic life amidst heightened uncertainty, border closures, travel restrictions, fear, cynicism and lot of human suffering. From being declared a security threat when I tried to enter North Macedonia to being denied entry in Tunisia and Romania, it definitely wasn’t an easy year for travel, especially on an Indian passport (remember, Delta?). Nonetheless, it was an immense privilege to be able to travel, and call different places home…

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Spending a month traveling in Mexico during the pandemic

Spending a month traveling in Mexico during the pandemic

A little frustrated by the ongoing events, I packed my bags, sold everything, left Seattle and hit the road to travel – not knowing how long and where all. I didn’t know how time on the road will be – especially with so much uncertainty in the air, and continuously evolving travel policies. I knew for sure that it wouldn’t be easy, but I was determined to make it work.

How to get to Lofoten Islands in Norway

How to get to Lofoten Islands in Norway

One of the northernmost populated regions, Lofoten islands lie above the Arctic circle – and even by Norway’s high standards, it’s a dramatic part of the world. If you are like me and like visiting during off-season, it helps to plan your itinerary, especially given how expensive extra stays and flights can cost in this part of the world. I am a very spontaneous traveler, but had to plan getting in and out of Lofoten in advance. How to reach…

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Outside-in: what are you reading currently?

Outside-in: what are you reading currently?

The current global health situation has changed a lot of people’s lifestyle, daily routines, and is leading to a lot of soul-searching. Those constantly on the move are needing to hunker down and do their part in helping curb the spread of the virus. I can’t help but think about how Pico Iyer looks at travel as a duality – the impact that travel in the outside world has on you internally. Travel is like love, it is, in the…

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Visa-free travel for Indians| best countries to visit with an Indian passport

Visa-free travel for Indians| best countries to visit with an Indian passport

If you have an Indian passport and are like me, you probably get anxious by the very thought of having to apply for visas. I frequently come across Indian citizens who want to travel but get discouraged by visa applications. Fortunately, the bilateral relations with a lot of countries have been improving and things are getting better. Moreover, with increasing digitization, e-visa is becoming a common alternative . In this post, I break down some tips and tricks and countries…

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