I’ve made a special effort in India to take more portraits. The diversity of India is best represented by various ethnic groups, their different physical features and style of dress. I wanted to give a […]
Rajasthan Portraits from Jodhpur Read More »
I recently got my first smart phone. It’s my first phone with a camera, too. I know, I’m a little late when it comes to these things. I thought it would be fun give
Kolkata (Calcutta) via Instagram Read More »
Traditionally, Rishikesh has attracted Hindu pilgrims, yoga enthusiasts, meditation students, and those seeking enlightenment. But recently the town has lured digital nomads and other location independent. Its combination of affordable accommodation, healthy activities,
A Digital Nomad in Rishikesh Read More »
I wanted to give a short photo essay capturing the scenery out the window of the train. Trains connect almost every part of India and are an indispensable part of keeping this enormous territory and diverse
7 Views out my train window Read More »
Of the four sites associated with Buddha, this is the most revered. In 623 BC, Siddhartha Guttama, son of the Brahman, came here to meditate. Today, in the dusty small town of Bodh Gaya, you
Sitting under the Bodhi Tree in Bodh Gaya Read More »
Rishikesh is well suited for the long-stay traveler, the yoga or meditation student, or anyone needing rest in their life. Rishikesh proper is actually a large, bustling city. Anyone who comes for any of the
My Daily Routine in Rishikesh: Writing, Internet, Yoga Read More »
We’ve scored ourselves a cheap guesthouse on the side of the ridge. It’s an awkward period in July between two high seasons. It’s the monsoon, but full blown rain hasn’t hit yet. The weather is
A Walk around Shimla—India’s Favorite Hill Station Read More »
Gujarat has a reputation as one of India’s most prosperous and business-friendly states. It’s a tad more expensive than the rest of the country and not very touristy. While traveling in India, I had planned
Why I went to Gujarat Read More »
I’ve been reading an awful lot online lately about how couchsurfing isn’t what it used to be. As it’s gone mainstream, an unsavory bunch has joined to use the network for purposes other than it
Couchsurfing is Not Dead (At least I hope) Read More »
At the bottom of Gujarat state, beyond the reaches of the vast Indian rail network, lies the island of Diu. It is one of the few former Portuguese territories in India. You’ve probably heard of
Alcohol Tourism in Diu Read More »
The following series of photos give an overview of my time spent in Junagadh, India. The ancient city is fascinating but sees few foreign travelers due to its location in the state of Gugarat, far
Off the Tourist Trail in Junagadh India [Photos] Read More »
Ahmedabad, in the Indian state of Gujarat, is known as a living heritage city. What does that mean exactly? I ask Nirav Panchal, my guide on Ahmedabad’s City Heritage Walking Tour. It’s just
A Walk through Ahmedabad India Read More »
