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Hanoi’s Old Quarter (Part 2)

I walked from dawn to dusk, taking in the sights, scents, energy...

Hanoi’s Old Quarter (Part 1)

As I landed in Hanoi, I had no idea what to expect. I had booked a flight on a whim...

After adrenaline-inducing sand-dune riding in the Libyan desert and awe-inspiring explorations of The Great Sand Sea, I was treated to an amazing traditional Berber tea ceremony against the blazing North African sunset...

Sharia el Souk, Aswan

This was my very first time in a North African souk. And it was a totally novel experience!

In Old Phuket Town

Phuket is one of Southern Thailand‘s most touristic destinations, primarily known for its crowded beaches and wild parties. Not exactly on top of my list as a travel destination I confess, but to my surprise was taken in by the town’s unexpected old-world char...

Power

I’ve barely stepped foot inside Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon, Myanmar. The beauty of this sacred site is overwhelming. As I catch my breath, a powerful monk in deep oxblood robes sitting at the steps of ...

Soul Brothers

Did this ever happen to you? Meeting someone for the very first time yet feeling like you've known each other for a gazillion lifetimes?

Sacred Bali: Barong Ceremony

In this special place guests aren’t just visitors, they’re embraced as part of the family and even experience firsthand intimate celebrations and traditional sacred rituals observed in Bali since ancient times...