One of the foremost questions that come to mind after booking your trip to India is ‘What to wear?’ The question becomes pertinent for a country like India where culture, climate, and safety play an important role in deciding your attire. As such, there are no restrictions in India and you are free to dress...
From Donegal to Belfast and India with Malachi O’Doherty Jackie De Burca So going back to Donegal, Malachi, you said in our sort of preparation for today’s chat, you said, “I always had a sense that it was an ancestral homeland. It seemed a place where law was less rigorous, where one might be settled...
India continues to be one of the most sought-after destinations in the world. It has the perfect mix of stunning landscapes, rich culture, fascinating history, and amazing architecture. But there is something more which attracts travellers from all over the world – Indian cuisine. It is delicious, diverse, extravagant, and vivid. To be honest, Indians...
Robert Bociaga (www.robert-bociaga.com) is a traveling photojournalist specializing in International Affairs. He is based in Southeast Asia and focuses on economic and social issues around culture change, urbanization, political marginalization, poverty, religion, and destruction of nature. He holds a master’s degree in Law. Possessed by cultural anthropology, he conducted the fieldwork among several...
Located in South Vietnam, Mui Ne is a small, lovely coastal town and a must visit place in Vietnam. Mui Ne attractions range from sand dunes, tropical forest, and stunning beaches to the fishing harbour, traditional villages, and ancient structures such as the Van Thuy Tu Temple and Po Shanu Cham Towers. Image by harpenz...
By Lance Devore You probably know Beijing’s Great Wall and Imperial Palace, as well as Shanghai’s Bund and Pearl Tower. You probably even know Xi An’s Terracotta Warrior Army. These are well-known for a reason, and make for good memories and some great photos. But beyond China’s mainstream tourist spots, there are still many incredible...
I was in Bali in 2000. Time magazine reported that in 2001, Bali had 1.3 million foreign visitors, but ten years later, these figures have almost doubled. Plus they don't take into account the millions of Indonesian visitors. This article is a combination of my memories from my trip in 2000, but also includes up...
The city of Luang Prabang that is believed to be protected by the Golden Buddha, is considered by many to be the most beautiful in Southeast Asia. It extends from its historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated on a small peninsula that forms at the confluence of the Mekong River with one of...
