Known as ‘Capital of the French Alps’, Grenoble is a haven for thrill-seekers. Skiing, climbing, swimming, flying – there’s something for every adventurer. The modern city sits right at the intersection of three magnificent snowcapped ranges – Chartreuse, Vercors, Belledonne. Take your pick. In 40 minutes or so (the average ride to any of […]
We all have that friend – the girl with sun-kissed skin and a sunshine smile. The one who listens intently with a sparkle in her eyes when you share stories of your recent adventure. Here’s why it may be worthwhile to know her more, and even ask her out on a date: She’s Spontaneous […]
Dating a native Penangite for the past 7 years meant I had plenty of chances to visit this charming island, just off the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Even so, I’ve never grown tired of going back. Penang is a delightful mix of history, culture, beaches and fooood. There is always a new place to […]
Climbing Mount Kinabalu has always been in my list. In Feb 2015, the opportunity came up when I was in Sabah for a business trip. Since I was going solo, I wanted a no-frills trip – get in, get up, get out. A check on the net revealed many all-in packages offered by tour agencies […]
Morocco is a burst of colours. Its landscapes display extremities of geography. Sandy beaches. Medieval Cities. Lush green hills. Snowcapped mountains. Even, the Sahara. This gateway to Africa is a melting pot of cultures, lived by mostly Arabs and Berbers (an indigenous ethnic group of North Africa), with a hint of French and Spanish influence. Yet besides […]
Blue whales – the big reason why we decided on going to Sri Lanka in the first place. It was the start of whale-watching season (Dec to Apr), when the leviathans cross the southern tip of the island and migrate to the warmer waters of Southeast Asia. Due to its geographical structure, whale-watchers don’t need […]
Unlike our last two well-marked routes at Adam’s Peak and Horton Plains, the hike up Ella Rock was extra special in its own unguided, haphazard way. Following the vague directions from our friendly innkeeper, we simply started walking from our hostel along the train tracks towards the huge Ella Rock that was hard to miss, […]