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A Review| Phokara, Nepal
Posted on November 15, 2009 | 1 CommentPhokara is the Beach city of Nepal. Except the “beach” is actually the banks of the very small Phewa Lake. The energy and enthusiasm for tourists and relaxation, however is tangible and reminiscent of any California beachside community. Small shops with handpainted signs, every kind... -
A Review| Bhaktapur, Nepal
Posted on November 15, 2009 | 1 CommentBy far, my favorite place to travel in Nepal is the small fifedom of Bhaktapur. This ancient and walled town is just 20 km away from Kathmandu, but lacks the congestion and pollution. Instead, you get Durbar Square, cobblestone streets, a great view of the... -
While Traveling In… India
Posted on November 13, 2009 | No CommentsWhile Traveling in… India There are a couple of things you should know… 1. At the airport, men will offer to help you with your bags. If you want the help, be prepared to pay for it. Make sure that you only let one man... -
While Traveling In… Nepal
Posted on November 13, 2009 | No CommentsWhile Traveling in… Nepal There are a couple of things you should know: 1. If you are white, you will be stared at. The people of Nepal are curious about you, so simply put your hands together and offer “Namaste” and a smile. 2. Any... -
My Top Picks for India
Posted on November 8, 2009 | No CommentsI’ve written quite a bit about how difficult it is to travel in India. There are many highlights, however- with two destinations standing out in particular. The first and most obvious destination is the one that you come here for: The Taj Mahal. Built in... -
That one time in India
Posted on November 8, 2009 | No CommentsThe Golden Triangle is a very historical trifecta of landmarks that exist in India. Made up of Delhi in the North, Agra in the southeast and Jaipur in the southwest, these three destinations are each approximately 250 km apart from one another. Each destination is... -
About India
Posted on November 5, 2009 | 2 CommentsIf you read my recent blog post about how much I am missing Nepal, then perhaps that can serve as a disclaimer before you read about my experiences in India. Culture shock is not descriptive or clear enough of a term to describe my immediate... -
Leaving Nepal
Posted on November 5, 2009 | No CommentsDuring the last few days of our time in Bhaktapur, we sat down to interview Ramesh for our documentary film. In his small office at the back of his ancient house, we asked him many questions about his life, his family, his job, and his... -
Call me adventurous?
Posted on October 23, 2009 | No CommentsTravel affords ample time to be introspective. It is perhaps the reason that many people succumb to their wanderlust. To give themselves permission to indulge in the conversations that are usually pushed aside by a Vanilla Latte, briefcase, and the subway. I’ve learned much about... -
Happy Dog Day!
Posted on October 20, 2009 | No CommentsThere are many street dogs running through the cobblestone alleyways of Bhaktapur. They sunbathe on the steps of grand pagodas, rummage through trash piles, and expertly maneuver through traffic. Humans don’t pay them much attention, and it seems the same is true in reverse. On...
