India is many things. Colorful. Crowded. Crazy. Fun. Frustrating. Loud. Tiring. Exciting. Surprising. Confusing. Delicious. Even disgusting. First time visitors either love it or hate it here, there is no middle ground. Traveling India will make you or break you. Be prepared.
My outrageous adventures here all started with the Rickshaw Run, a two week 3,000 kilometre race road trip across the country to raise money for charity…and have insane adventures trying to navigate ourselves across a strange and confusing new country. Think of it like the old wild west of the United States remade in a modern Indian version.
After the Rickshaw Run I headed over to Nepal just in time to be caught in the earthquake. However after that I returned for since more months of traveling around this giant, diverse nation — at a much slower pace than before 😉
I am an avid trekker, and I have been trying to cover most of India’s highest treks for the past years. The Kuari trek was one of the few treks that I hadn’t managed to do, especially since the pandemic and the ensuing lockdown had spoiled all travel plans. Not just for me but for … Read more
Known for its rich history and culture, the city of Jammu from the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir holds many marvelous tales within its citadels, castles, and temples. Jammu is positioned on the shores of the river Tawi and is encircled by majestic mountains and great green forests, which can’t be seen anywhere else … Read more
Delhi is a sprawling, bustling, busy city that never sleeps. It can be a bit overwhelming if it is your first experience in India. Do not fear, Delhi is a vibrant, delicious city that is rich in history and full of captivating sights to see. Here are a few quick tips and recommended destinations for … Read more
Exploring India is fun but exploring India off the beaten path is better! Scattered across India’s 28 states and additional union territories (such as Delhi, Ladakh and the Andaman Islands) are enough overlooked, offbeat destinations to keep visitors occupied for years. Since publishing my original list of India’s top unexplored destinations, I have discovered several … Read more
We all know Mother Nature can be unpredictable, however sometimes she can also be strangely predictable. Or just plain strange. Or remain unexplained despite the best efforts of modern technology. Whichever it may be, the following unique meteorological phenomenon are all worth traveling for. Some of these events occur daily, like the massive thunderstorm over … Read more
Located in the middle of nowhere in Madhya Pradesh, the 1,000 year old Khajuraho temples are one of the most amazing — and overlooked — destinations in India. I spent a week here producing a film on the annual Khajuraho Dance Festival but since that was a nighttime event, I used the daytime to capture … Read more
Kumbhalgarh Fort, also known as the Great Wall of India, is a new up-and-coming off the beaten path destination in Rajasthan that is starting to attract international tourists, instead of just Indian travelers. However the growth in the numbers of visitors over recent years definitely makes it a worthy destination to visit before it starts … Read more
Ever thought of traveling off the beaten path and glimpsing a side of India that few tourists see? From pristine beaches to quirky villages, hidden architectural marvels and more, there is no shortage of such unseen places in India. These pristine surroundings are waiting to be discovered. Check out these 24 offbeat India destinations that … Read more
After visiting countless Hindu temples across the globe now I truly have a deeper grasp….of the phrase “same same but different” 😉 After the first few dozen they all start to blend together. The only exceptions are those rare offbeat temples that are so strangely unique they become impossible to ever forget. Like this one … Read more
The royal Rajasthan forts and palaces are high on the tourist trail. The luxury of the kings and queens, the princely state and the comforts of the royals have now open to the world. Lots of old forts and palaces are opened to the guest for their comfort stay as well as royal treatment and … Read more
Kolkata is a colorful mega-city rich in culture, architecture and of course food, but the best part of traveling the “City of Joy” is the sheer unpredictability! You never know what you’ll stumble upon around on the next street corner of what used to be India’s capital. Although this variety keeps locals and expats entertained, … Read more
I know what you’re thinking. Not possible. Are you sure you were in India? After all, Indian buses are known for lots of things — but civilized behavior is not one of them. From people openly spitting on the floor, others playing their annoying music or video games loud enough for the entire bus to … Read more
