Kashmir and the importance of friends
In 2009, I wanted to go to Kashmir badly. I heard so much about it – the rolling hills, beautiful lake, and …
Ayutthaya – Hiding from Bangkok
(Sometime in April 2011) I am supposed to be studying as I type this, (in a cold study room somewhere in the …
Lake Toba – The Seduction of Sumatra
“Don’t come looking for a holiday, that’s Bali, or empire builders, that’s Java. Sumatra is an adventure, the kind of demanding ride …
Varanasi – The best place to be at the end of the world
According to the Mayans, we were at the end of the world in 2012. I am not sure how that theory works, …
Ayutthaya – the lesser known side of Thailand
In the presence of greatness (Both the human and monument) Speak of Thailand and bustling Bangkok comes to mind. It’s a spectacular …
Ten good reasons why you should go to India
India is not exactly everyone’s destination. She’s like a crazy, temperamental lover that you can never understand – yet being with …
Sri Lanka, the gentler cousin of India
Happy to change clothes because of…? 😉 I am waiting to board the plane. I may be running a slight fever, but …
An introduction to.. The Travelling Squid
In case you’re wondering why this blog, The Travelling Squid is named after a Squid, here’s why. In the Malay language, “Sotong” …