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A tiny jewel in the Indian Ocean, the island of Sri Lanka is often overshadowed by its Indian neighbor. But the country formerly known as Ceylon is packed with fantastic things to do, including a diverse cultural experience, stunning landscapes… Continue Reading →
Imagine a road that takes you away from the bustling cities. At the end of the road, the ocean. There, a few dunes, a quiet lagoon, a couple of cows nibbling on the dry brushes, a dog or two strolling… Continue Reading →
When we mentioned we would travel to Pakistan, our friends thought we were somewhat crazy. And since our trip there, the first question people ask is the same. Is Pakistan safe to travel to? To give some context to our… Continue Reading →
You might not be familiar with the Hushe Valley, but if you want to get to the Karakoram Range, the valley in north Pakistan will get you to some of the highest peaks of the Karakoram mountains. And even if… Continue Reading →
Kalpitiya boasts two wind seasons, making it one of the spots with the most kitesurfing days in a year. The many lagoons are perfect for beginning kiteboarders, whereas the nearby ocean and the several islands in the bay are better… Continue Reading →
The four months we spent during our travel in Sri Lanka were incredible, and we recommend the small island as a top travel destination. Before heading to the country formerly known as Ceylon, check our Sri Lanka Travel Tips, with… Continue Reading →
As we took the NATCO bus from Gilgit to Chitral on our way to the Kalash Valleys, we passed through the high-altitude Phander Valley and Shandur National Park, a scenic though rough road taking us to high altitudes valleys and… Continue Reading →
Among the different regions of the Muslim country, the Kalash Valley, Pakistan, is home to the unique culture of the Kalasha people. As part of our journey through Pakistan, we visited the northern area close to the Afghan border and… Continue Reading →
During our trip up the Hushe Valley in Baltistan, we spent a day exploring Machollo, a traditional Pakistani village sitting across the Hushe River from Khaplu. In August, the wheat fields are ready for harvesting, and piles of wheat stood… Continue Reading →
While the capital of Pakistan doesn’t have the deep roots and history like for example Lahore, you can spend a day exploring the different places to visit in Islamabad. So whether you just arrived at the Islamabad airport, or finishing… Continue Reading →
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