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Navadarshanam Tamil Nadu, Permaculture course in india, Permaculture design course Navadarshanam, eco-travel from Bangalore, Bangalore stay-cation, sustainable agriculture food
July 31, 2024March 5, 2025Eco-Travel, India, South Asia

Permaculture Course at Navadarshanam, India

Navadarshanam is a small organic farm and sustainable living community located in Tamil Nadu, two hours south of Bangalore, in South India. I attended a sustainable farming and permaculture course […]

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July 23, 2024July 23, 2024East Asia, Japan

Kyushu Itinerary: 7 to 14 Days

Kyushu, the southernmost of Japan’s four main islands, is known for its natural beauty and for being an off-the-beaten-path Japanese travel destination. During a Kyushu itinerary, you can visit steaming […]

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July 19, 2024March 5, 2025Australia

My Ultimate Sydney Bucket List

Sydney, Australia is a city that’s got it all – pristine beaches, city life, beautiful vistas, a rich history, iconic attractions, and coastal hikes. I decided to put together my […]

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June 26, 2024August 24, 2024East Asia, Inspiration, Japan, Spectacular Stays

15 Best Kyoto Ryokan

Staying in a traditional Japanese ryokan should be on every person’s Japan bucket list. Kyoto, Japan, a city known for Japanese culture, history, and tradition, is one of the best […]

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June 22, 2024June 22, 2024East Asia, Japan, Spectacular Stays

Best Hakuba Hotels and Ski Resorts

Hakuba Valley is a winter wonderland located in the Japanese Northern Alps. Known for beautiful alpine scenery and ski resorts, Hakuba village is a must-visit destination for ski and snowboard […]

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June 17, 2024March 5, 2025Eco-Travel, Solo Travel, Southeast Asia, Thailand

Volunteering at Pun Pun Organic Farm in Thailand

During my sophomore year of university, I spent two weeks living at Pun Pun Organic Farm, 50 km outside of Chiang Mai in Northern Thailand. The experience allowed me to […]

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June 8, 2024June 10, 2024East Asia, Japan

25 Tokyo Restaurants with Vegetarian Options

Eating out in Tokyo is a huge part of experiencing the best of what the city has to offer. Being vegan or vegetarian doesn’t mean you need to miss out […]

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June 2, 2024March 6, 2025Croatia, Europe, The Balkans

Two Weeks in Croatia Itinerary

Croatia, or Hrvatska as it’s called by the locals, provides a great introduction to a region in Europe that was once overlooked by tourists: The Balkans. Two weeks in Croatia […]

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May 19, 2024May 19, 2024East Asia, Japan, Solo Travel

Kawagoe Day Trip From Tokyo

Step back in time to the Edo-era in Kawagoe, an off-the-radar day trip spot for locals coming from Tokyo. Popular day trip destinations from Tokyo include Yokohama, Kamakura, or hiking […]

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May 15, 2024October 27, 2024East Asia, Japan

Experiencing Teamlab Borderless Museum, Azabudai Hills, Tokyo

TeamLab Borderless is a digital art museum in Tokyo’s Azabudai Hills neighborhood. Teamlab is famous for its Instagrammable and interactive art, and for creating fully immersive exhibits for visitors to […]

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March 7, 2024March 5, 2025Tips

12 Travel-Related Sewing Projects

How many of you purchased a sewing machine while in lockdown? I got a sewing machine from my mom for my birthday, and have been sewing fun crafts ever since! […]

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March 6, 2024October 27, 2024East Asia, Japan

Teamlab Tokyo vs Teamlab Osaka: Which Is Better?

Teamlab digital art museums took the world by storm after the opening of Teamlab Borderless in Odaiba, Tokyo, Japan in 2018. Now Japan has a number of amazing exhibits and […]

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February 12, 2024August 18, 2024Tips

12 Travel-Themed Self-Care Ideas

From once-in-a-century pandemics to day-to-day stresses, we all need a bit of self-care to disconnect and unwind. These 12 travel-themed self care ideas will let you relax and recharge your […]

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February 4, 2024June 1, 2024East Asia, Japan

Rainy Day Things To Do In Tokyo

Don’t let a rainy day in Tokyo put a damper on your travel plans. Tokyo is such an expansive city with so many things to do – even when you’re […]

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January 13, 2024March 15, 2024Japan, Spectacular Stays

7 Kusatsu Onsen Ryokan with Private Onsen

Kusatsu Onsen, nestled in the mountains of Gunma in central Japan, is one of the country’s most iconic onsen towns. Travelers to Kusatsu Onsen come to soak in the famous hot […]

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December 16, 2023October 1, 2024East Asia, Japan, Spectacular Stays

10 Nagano Ryokan with Private Onsen

Nagano in central Japan is a popular location for experiencing rural Japanese villages, going skiing, enjoying snowy mountain views, and relaxing in onsen hot springs. One of the most common […]

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October 22, 2023March 6, 2025Latin America, Peru

One Week Backpacking in Peru Itinerary

Peru is home to some of the world’s most famous sights, including Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, and the historic city of Cusco. The best part? You can see them all […]

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October 14, 2023January 1, 2024East Asia, Japan

10 Kanazawa Restaurants with Vegetarian Options

Eating out in Kanazawa and enjoying its unique cuisine is a huge part of experiencing the best of what the city has to offer. Kanazawa is a city known for […]

October 11, 2023March 6, 2025Cambodia, Southeast Asia

Two Weeks Backpacking Cambodia Itinerary

Cambodia is a cheap backpacker destination home to iconic Angkor Wat, dense jungles, and beautiful beaches and islands. Cambodia is still developing after a gruesome genocide, but the locals are resilient and have opened up their country to foreigners with open arms. There’s a lot about Cambodia you shouldn’t miss!

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February 28, 2023October 14, 2023East Asia, Japan

10 Osaka Restaurants with Vegetarian Options

Osaka is a foodie capital of Japan, so eating out in Osaka is a huge part of experiencing the best of the city. Being a vegetarian doesn’t mean you need […]

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February 25, 2023March 6, 2023Australia, Island Hopping, Oceania

20 Things to do on Magnetic Island

Magnetic Island, or “Maggie”, is a tranquil island escape just 20 minutes away from Townsville, Queensland, Australia by ferry. It is known for having one of the largest wild koala […]

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February 21, 2023February 18, 2023New Zealand, Oceania

One Day in Auckland Itinerary

Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand and is the business hub of the country as well as the main transit hub for visitors flying in and out of […]

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February 18, 2023February 24, 2023United States

Visiting SUMMIT One Vanderbilt at Night

The One Vanderbilt building is a 93-story skyscraper located on 42nd Street and Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan, New York City. The skyscraper was completed in 2020, making it one of […]

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February 13, 2023June 15, 2025Spectacular Stays, United States

Pod 51 vs Pod 39 in NYC

New York City is one of the most difficult places, possibly in the world, to find accommodation on a budget. With sky-high prices and additional hidden fees, you might think […]

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February 10, 2023June 15, 2025United States

Things to do at Night in New York City

New York City (NYC), New York is one of many cities that never sleeps. From flashing Times Square lights to rooftop bars to skyscraper summits, there are many awesome things […]

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