Bangkok has always amazed me for its similarity in appearance with Manila -- the deluge of Japanese cars, huge shopping malls, a flyovers like noodles, rice-based meals, even the trees look similar. Despite looking alike, Krung Thep carries such a strong and unique Asian charm that it has become the most popular jump-off point in the Southeast Asian backpacker circuit.
Read More“Trust me, it's paradise. This is where the hungry come to feed.” -Richard, The Beach (2000)
Read MoreIf Cambodia has Angkor Wat, Malaysia has the Petronas Towers and Thailand has the Grand Palace, then Indonesia has Borobudur and Prambanan. Check out what these two have to offer.
Read MoreSimple yet sophisticate, busy and full-of-heart, Yogyakarta is a small, artsy town popularly known for Borobudur, an ancient Buddhist temple and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Read MoreAfter a hard night in Kuta Beach, we set off for Sanur Beach, a few kilometers to the east of Kuta. Sanur Beach is a sleepy beach town, the exact opposite of the riot of a night we just had. There time wax slow.
Read MoreKurt and I arrived in Kuta Beach, Bali after a 12-hour bus ride from Probolinggo. We spent a good part of the night searching for a reasonably priced hostel; it wasn't peak season but the whole beach was packed.
Read MoreThis is the beginning of the Indonesia travel series. My trip to Indonesia was divided into three legs — Mount Bromo, Bali, then Jogjakarta.
Read MoreIn the Philippines, we have lots of stray dogs. In India, they have stray cows.
Read MoreLet me take you to two monuments in New Delhi. One is a towering minaret and the other is a majestic memorial in the heart of Delhi.
Read MoreCheck out our lunch at Verma's Kitchen, the closest and most affordable food joint from India Habitat Center. The usual cast is Shraman, Anubhab, Shekhar, Shatish, and myself.
Read MoreScenes from Slumdog Millionaire kept playing in my head. That movie subconsciously became my "guide" to India. The only other movie I've seen about India was Gandhi which was set in the first half of the 20th century.
Read MoreA short tribute to my favorite restaurant in New Delhi. Karim's Hotel is located in downtown Delhi close to Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India. Taste mouthwatering kababs at this historic restaurant.
Read MoreWalking down Chawri Bazaar, a bustling market, I saw two young boys holding hands while walking. I was surprised and out of my amusement, I took photos of them.
Read MoreMy friend Anubhab invited me to visit Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal and former capital of India. I have never seen a city as crowded as Kolkata. Where did all those people come from?
Read More"Like a solitary tear suspended on the cheek of time.” -Rabindranath Tagore on the Taj Mahal
Read MoreIf you're in the mood for a relaxed shopping experience, head to Dilli Haat, a shopping center with merchandise from different states in India. My friend, Preeti, and I went there after work for shopping and dinner.
Read MoreMy friend, Shekhar, invited me to a family wedding in his hometown which was 2.5 hours away from New Delhi. It was a night of dancing and celebration. Our sleeping quarters for the night was absolutely unforgettable.
Read MoreI slept on a bed made of sand with my backpack for a pillow and the starry sky as my blanket. For about $11 a day, you can go on a camel safari in the Thar Desert in Jaisalmer, just sixty kilometers from the border with Pakistan. Here are highlights from the trek.
Read MoreWhat better place to see a Bollywood film than in Raj Mandir Cinema in Jaipur or the Pink City. I thought this trip would be uneventful but it turned out that waiting in the lobby was going to be as entertaining as watching the film.
Read MoreTraveling with friends is fun but sometimes you and your group will encounter challenges along the way. Here are a couple of tips to ensure that your trip goes smooth.
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