Returning home after ten months of incessant travel almost felt like a dream. Meeting my mother and family, digging into delicious food and hanging out with my buddies were things I had been looking forward to. …

By now you must have read at least twenty thousand quotes and a couple hundred articles on why you are not really living if you haven’t traveled. The biggest reason why travel is compulsory because, well, travel is the best teacher. It is while traveling that you learn about life…

I now feel like a local in Salvador, have been here for 45 days. Every day is filled with new experiences either linked to my project or with the idiosyncrasies of this city. The first capital of Brazil, the largest African city outside of Africa, the soul of Brazilian rhythm…

Let’s agree that Indians(and most citizens around the world) think Brazil is beaches, bikinis, football, favelas and carnival. I hear some of you screaming ‘but, Amazon too!’ Well, yes, that too. Brazilians on the other hand have been surprising me. ‘Are youBrahmani?‘ someone asked to know if I was an…

A thread of sweat finally made its way from my brow towards my cheek.If I had clicked a selfie then, you’d assume I was crying.And crying I was, in my mind at least.For a December afternoon, the heat had been unbearable. In two hours I had pedaled only about 20…

#BatucadaBeats — when this project was conceptualised, it was about the desire to learn the popular street drums music of Brazil. Somewhere along the way I discovered Candomble(an afro-brasilian) religion. Most of the music that Brazil is popular for has its roots in this religion. I thought to myself, ‘Can…

Thailand is a country that assaults all senses. And each assault is pleasing. Apart from pristine beaches, beautiful mountains and even nicer people, Thailand is home to mouth wateringly delicious food. Another BIG plus point. The food is really cheap. Here is a list of some of the most amazing…

12 Career Lessons From Rock Climbing I landed in Thailand equipped with the desire to experience this beautiful country and to learn something new. I also knew which places to visit and what to learn. The places were Bangkok and Tonsai. And I was about to learn Rock Climbing. You…

What Did 25 Days And 25 Trains In India Teach Me? One early February morning this year I found myself at Mumbai CST railway station. It is the oldest and one of India’s largest railway stations. Arguably, it is also the most magnificent train station anywhere in the world. It…