menorca chaturvedi's articles The Best Ruin Bars in Budapest They started out of necessity and then became a trend, and now they are an integral part of Budapest’s nightlife and social scene. Of course, we’re talking about the ruin bars in Budapest, which were once a secretive “in the knowâ€� place to grab a drink, but are now a very popular part of mainstream […] August 13, 2018August 17, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Useful Travel Accessories Updated:2018 If you are travelling with only a cabin baggage, packing for your trips could be a little challenging. I recently got back from a conference called TBEX (the first time I attended it was in Costa Brava) and also took a trip to Romania recently. I knew there would be a lot of travelling involved […] August 10, 2018August 10, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Important Tips for Seeing the Northern Lights There are a number of things that you should keep in mind when planning on seeing the Northern Lights.Mark, a Swedish local from Northern Sweden shares a few important tips for seeing the Northern lights that people that aren’t from an aurora spotting area won’t necessarily know. Important Tips for Seeing the Northern Lights […] August 9, 2018August 9, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked What to eat in Venice: Traditional food in Venice and How Not to Get Ripped Off If you, like me, are interested in exploring new places like a local, get an insight into the food and culture, find out what locals eat, how they interact and what they like, visiting a local food market, particularly on a weekend, seems like a great choice.This was reaffirmed recently when I got the chance […] August 6, 2018August 6, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked You Know You Travel a Lot When.. Travelling and exploring the world can be a passion and/or desire for many of us. While some people may set out on a year-long trip, others may be working as digital nomads, or juggling work and travel to get the most out of their holidays.Irrespective of how you travel, as a travel lover, you may […] July 20, 2018July 20, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked The Best Resources to Help You See the Northern Lights in Sweden Actually getting to see the Northern Lights in Sweden can be a tricky business but there are a number of ways that you can up your chances to see this fickle, but stunning, light show. Mark, a Swedish local, avid Couchsurfer and Northern lights expert, shares his best resources and tips to help you see […] July 14, 2018July 14, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Practical tips for travelling alone So you are thinking of travelling alone, possibly for the first time and wondering what to keep in mind? Firstly, congrats on taking the first step to travelling solo – by preparing your mindset. I think preparation and planning are things that can lead you to feel a lot more confident about your travels. I […] May 27, 2018May 27, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Split to Dubrovnik:Croatia Road Trip and exploring the Ston Wall Good weather, a beautiful coastline embedded with historical gems, a culinary adventure and one of the top scenic drives in the world- the idea of going on a Croatia road trip has been fuelling my daydreaming sessions lately. While I hope to make a Croatia trip happen this year, I’m excited to share with you […] April 28, 2018April 28, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked How to clean like a Swiss in 12 easy steps ! Deep house cleaning and life in Switzerland What comes to your mind when you think of Swiss people? Rich? Hikers? Chocolate makers? The viral videos about how to make friends with a Swiss person or ‘Switzerland Second’? Well, somewhere in between, another strong theme emerges: Swiss and their obsession with cleaning! Now, if you are curious about how you too can have an […] April 22, 2018April 22, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Scenic day trips from Lucerne,Switzerland and Offbeat Lucerne Attractions Luzern or Lucerne is often referred to as the gateway to the Swiss Alps, and technically, that’s true. You can catch a glimpse of the snowcapped peaks of nearby Mount Rigi or the famed Mount Pilatus from almost any street corner in this bite-sized city and travel easily from Lucerne to Mount Titlis to enjoy […] April 2, 2018April 2, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked How to meet new people and make friends in a new place Making new friends, especially as an adult is hard. And this can seem harder if you are moving or travelling to a new place. I’m super glad that my best buddies are always a text or call away, thanks to Whatsapp and the likes. But, if you are travelling solo or don’t know too many […] March 19, 2018March 19, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Paris to Bologna: My Expensive Travel Mistake – Funny travel stories My most expensive and now funny travel mistake (it wasn’t funny at the time) happened about six-months into my hubby, David’s, and my first year of full-time travel. Because I enjoy the hunt, the research and the challenge of getting us the best travel deals, I’m the travel planner of the family. My wonderful hubby […] March 11, 2018March 11, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Scuba Diving in Spain at Lloret de Mar Beach & Tips for first time Scuba Diving You know the thrill of trying out something new for the first time? The anticipation of whether or not you will be able to handle it and the excitement that builds up until the day? Well, I remember having that feeling a few years ago when I decided to try out Scuba Diving in Spain […] February 18, 2018February 18, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Italy Wonders: Beautiful places to consider for your Italy vacations Italy is a country of dreams. With one of the richest cultures and heritages in the world, the nation has been the epicentre of the Holy Roman Empire for millenniums and is home to some of the world’s oldest architecture, all which tell the tale of the ancient European state. But it’s not just history […] February 10, 2018February 10, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 16 expats share tips on moving to Germany Are you planning to move to Germany and have a multitude of thoughts going through your mind? Or maybe you are in the process of applying for studying in Germany or simply wondering how it is like working and living in Germany. Well, as some of you might now, I studied and lived in Germany myself […] January 28, 2018January 28, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Practical tips for planning a trip to Europe for the first time If you are travelling to Europe for the first time and wondering where to start or what to keep in mind while planning your Europe trip, here are some practical tips, coming from over six years of experience of living here. Some of you might only be planning a 2 week Europe trip, some thinking […] January 7, 2018January 8, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Making the Most of Your Holidays to the Canary Islands Seven beautiful islands, limitless possibilities. If you’ve ever been to a place where you don’t run out of things to do, you’re probably in the Canary Islands. Those who have been to one or more of these beautiful destinations, keep coming back (or wish to be back soon). But for those who are first-time tourists […] November 20, 2017November 21, 2017 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 10 ways to work and travel around the world With more and more people seeking alternative ways to travel longer, experience different cultures and still not spend a fortune, there has been a rise in the number of platforms offering such opportunities. Whether you are looking to travel to another city for 2 weeks or 2 months, you can choose to volunteer and help […] November 12, 2017November 12, 2017 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 18 Creepy , Haunted or Abandoned Places in Europe Love watching horror films or reading up spooky stories? If you are in the mood for adventure and some thrill, here is a list of places considered abandoned, creepy and in some cases, even haunted! Now, I haven’t visited all of these, but I asked people who have, and here are their experiences. Know of more […] October 31, 2017November 1, 2017 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Visiting Austria’s oldest village – Hallstatt and exploring the Salzkammergut region If you have ever tried finding out about the most beautiful places in Austria or even just spent time scrolling through social media for ideas for your Austria vacation, chances are that you’ve come across the picturesque town of Hallstatt. Even though I had visited Salzburg and Vienna earlier, I was really curious to see […] October 8, 2017October 8, 2017 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 13 adorable Bengali words and phrases I miss hearing abroad You know the feeling of homesickness that is not only associated with friends and family but even little things from your home town? The feeling that is consistently there, but gets elevated especially during festivals and celebrations or when you happen to meet someone familiar with your city and the local jokes? Well, I’m from […] September 25, 2017September 26, 2017 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Exploring the classic and offbeat sides of Vienna, Austria As I recall the moment I stepped into the Schönbrunn Palace in the Imperial City of Vienna, I remember the feeling of grandeur that swept over me. Although I had seen the Palace a few times, I had never actually got the opportunity to enter the rooms and see for myself how the Habsburg Royals […] September 17, 2017September 20, 2017 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Flavours of Poland : A Polish girl walks down the memory lane Close your eyes. Are they closed? Good. Imagine a street, a narrow, cobblestone street. It’s midday, a sunny summer day. Tiny colourful houses lining the street, perched along the dusty pavement, their windows open, white lace curtains fluttering in the draught. Not even a single soul can be spotted in the distance; only the cat, […] September 6, 2017September 20, 2017 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
The Best Ruin Bars in Budapest They started out of necessity and then became a trend, and now they are an integral part of Budapest’s nightlife and social scene. Of course, we’re talking about the ruin bars in Budapest, which were once a secretive “in the knowâ€� place to grab a drink, but are now a very popular part of mainstream […] August 13, 2018August 17, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Useful Travel Accessories Updated:2018 If you are travelling with only a cabin baggage, packing for your trips could be a little challenging. I recently got back from a conference called TBEX (the first time I attended it was in Costa Brava) and also took a trip to Romania recently. I knew there would be a lot of travelling involved […] August 10, 2018August 10, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Important Tips for Seeing the Northern Lights There are a number of things that you should keep in mind when planning on seeing the Northern Lights.Mark, a Swedish local from Northern Sweden shares a few important tips for seeing the Northern lights that people that aren’t from an aurora spotting area won’t necessarily know. Important Tips for Seeing the Northern Lights […] August 9, 2018August 9, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
What to eat in Venice: Traditional food in Venice and How Not to Get Ripped Off If you, like me, are interested in exploring new places like a local, get an insight into the food and culture, find out what locals eat, how they interact and what they like, visiting a local food market, particularly on a weekend, seems like a great choice.This was reaffirmed recently when I got the chance […] August 6, 2018August 6, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
You Know You Travel a Lot When.. Travelling and exploring the world can be a passion and/or desire for many of us. While some people may set out on a year-long trip, others may be working as digital nomads, or juggling work and travel to get the most out of their holidays.Irrespective of how you travel, as a travel lover, you may […] July 20, 2018July 20, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
The Best Resources to Help You See the Northern Lights in Sweden Actually getting to see the Northern Lights in Sweden can be a tricky business but there are a number of ways that you can up your chances to see this fickle, but stunning, light show. Mark, a Swedish local, avid Couchsurfer and Northern lights expert, shares his best resources and tips to help you see […] July 14, 2018July 14, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Practical tips for travelling alone So you are thinking of travelling alone, possibly for the first time and wondering what to keep in mind? Firstly, congrats on taking the first step to travelling solo – by preparing your mindset. I think preparation and planning are things that can lead you to feel a lot more confident about your travels. I […] May 27, 2018May 27, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Split to Dubrovnik:Croatia Road Trip and exploring the Ston Wall Good weather, a beautiful coastline embedded with historical gems, a culinary adventure and one of the top scenic drives in the world- the idea of going on a Croatia road trip has been fuelling my daydreaming sessions lately. While I hope to make a Croatia trip happen this year, I’m excited to share with you […] April 28, 2018April 28, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
How to clean like a Swiss in 12 easy steps ! Deep house cleaning and life in Switzerland What comes to your mind when you think of Swiss people? Rich? Hikers? Chocolate makers? The viral videos about how to make friends with a Swiss person or ‘Switzerland Second’? Well, somewhere in between, another strong theme emerges: Swiss and their obsession with cleaning! Now, if you are curious about how you too can have an […] April 22, 2018April 22, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Scenic day trips from Lucerne,Switzerland and Offbeat Lucerne Attractions Luzern or Lucerne is often referred to as the gateway to the Swiss Alps, and technically, that’s true. You can catch a glimpse of the snowcapped peaks of nearby Mount Rigi or the famed Mount Pilatus from almost any street corner in this bite-sized city and travel easily from Lucerne to Mount Titlis to enjoy […] April 2, 2018April 2, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
How to meet new people and make friends in a new place Making new friends, especially as an adult is hard. And this can seem harder if you are moving or travelling to a new place. I’m super glad that my best buddies are always a text or call away, thanks to Whatsapp and the likes. But, if you are travelling solo or don’t know too many […] March 19, 2018March 19, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Paris to Bologna: My Expensive Travel Mistake – Funny travel stories My most expensive and now funny travel mistake (it wasn’t funny at the time) happened about six-months into my hubby, David’s, and my first year of full-time travel. Because I enjoy the hunt, the research and the challenge of getting us the best travel deals, I’m the travel planner of the family. My wonderful hubby […] March 11, 2018March 11, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Scuba Diving in Spain at Lloret de Mar Beach & Tips for first time Scuba Diving You know the thrill of trying out something new for the first time? The anticipation of whether or not you will be able to handle it and the excitement that builds up until the day? Well, I remember having that feeling a few years ago when I decided to try out Scuba Diving in Spain […] February 18, 2018February 18, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Italy Wonders: Beautiful places to consider for your Italy vacations Italy is a country of dreams. With one of the richest cultures and heritages in the world, the nation has been the epicentre of the Holy Roman Empire for millenniums and is home to some of the world’s oldest architecture, all which tell the tale of the ancient European state. But it’s not just history […] February 10, 2018February 10, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
16 expats share tips on moving to Germany Are you planning to move to Germany and have a multitude of thoughts going through your mind? Or maybe you are in the process of applying for studying in Germany or simply wondering how it is like working and living in Germany. Well, as some of you might now, I studied and lived in Germany myself […] January 28, 2018January 28, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Practical tips for planning a trip to Europe for the first time If you are travelling to Europe for the first time and wondering where to start or what to keep in mind while planning your Europe trip, here are some practical tips, coming from over six years of experience of living here. Some of you might only be planning a 2 week Europe trip, some thinking […] January 7, 2018January 8, 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Making the Most of Your Holidays to the Canary Islands Seven beautiful islands, limitless possibilities. If you’ve ever been to a place where you don’t run out of things to do, you’re probably in the Canary Islands. Those who have been to one or more of these beautiful destinations, keep coming back (or wish to be back soon). But for those who are first-time tourists […] November 20, 2017November 21, 2017 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
10 ways to work and travel around the world With more and more people seeking alternative ways to travel longer, experience different cultures and still not spend a fortune, there has been a rise in the number of platforms offering such opportunities. Whether you are looking to travel to another city for 2 weeks or 2 months, you can choose to volunteer and help […] November 12, 2017November 12, 2017 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
18 Creepy , Haunted or Abandoned Places in Europe Love watching horror films or reading up spooky stories? If you are in the mood for adventure and some thrill, here is a list of places considered abandoned, creepy and in some cases, even haunted! Now, I haven’t visited all of these, but I asked people who have, and here are their experiences. Know of more […] October 31, 2017November 1, 2017 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Visiting Austria’s oldest village – Hallstatt and exploring the Salzkammergut region If you have ever tried finding out about the most beautiful places in Austria or even just spent time scrolling through social media for ideas for your Austria vacation, chances are that you’ve come across the picturesque town of Hallstatt. Even though I had visited Salzburg and Vienna earlier, I was really curious to see […] October 8, 2017October 8, 2017 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
13 adorable Bengali words and phrases I miss hearing abroad You know the feeling of homesickness that is not only associated with friends and family but even little things from your home town? The feeling that is consistently there, but gets elevated especially during festivals and celebrations or when you happen to meet someone familiar with your city and the local jokes? Well, I’m from […] September 25, 2017September 26, 2017 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Exploring the classic and offbeat sides of Vienna, Austria As I recall the moment I stepped into the Schönbrunn Palace in the Imperial City of Vienna, I remember the feeling of grandeur that swept over me. Although I had seen the Palace a few times, I had never actually got the opportunity to enter the rooms and see for myself how the Habsburg Royals […] September 17, 2017September 20, 2017 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Flavours of Poland : A Polish girl walks down the memory lane Close your eyes. Are they closed? Good. Imagine a street, a narrow, cobblestone street. It’s midday, a sunny summer day. Tiny colourful houses lining the street, perched along the dusty pavement, their windows open, white lace curtains fluttering in the draught. Not even a single soul can be spotted in the distance; only the cat, […] September 6, 2017September 20, 2017 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked