On my first trip to India, I spent a month at the hippie beaches of Goa. In Palolem, I attended yoga classes at a nearby well-being centre called Bhakti Kutir. Secluded among the trees 200 metres above the south end of the beach, it’s a great place to go if you’re looking for yoga in Palolem. […]
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Here is the Ultimate Backpacker Guide to Gili Trawangan
Gili Trawangan, one of the Gili islands, is a popular side trip from Bali for backpackers seeking scuba diving, beaches and parties. Its laid-back vibe is so captivating, you may come for a few days and end up staying for a fortnight. Here are the best backpackers Gili Trawangan travel tips. How to get to Gili […]
Meditation in Goa: What It Taught Me About Life
When I travelled to India, I wanted to try something a bit different. On my solo trip to Goa, I was looking for peace and balance in my life. Luckily, Arambol held the answer: a ten-day course offering ‘soul realisation through movement’ – perfect if you’re looking for meditation in Goa. Having tried nothing of this […]
How to Have the Best Birthday in Bali
For my birthday in Bali, I decided to forego my usual backpacker’s budget and book a boutique hotel and a table at one of the most talked-about eco-friendly restaurants in Seminyak. If you can’t splash out for your birthday, when can you? Getting to Seminyak My birthday in Bali began with a long taxi ride […]