India Tourism Trends: Indian Wildlife Beyond the Tiger
Nature doesn’t touch the hearts of tourists who just want a photo of a tiger to show off. Yet, we need an emotional reaction to nature in order to thrive and be happy.
Très RARE 2018: Showcasing India’s Best Boutique Hotels
The future of tourism in India undoubtedly lies in experiences. India is not a country to be seen. It’s a country to be engaged with.
Australians in India: Australia Unlimited Interview Series
Recently, I was asked by the Australian government to participate in Australia Unlimited’s new Australia Day interview series, highlighting Australians who are making a difference in India.Read More
How Doing a TEDx Talk Taught Me I Don’t Have to be Perfect
There’s a good reason why I became a writer and not an actor.
Although I can be deceptively outgoing and sociable, at my core I’m an introvert who dislikes large groups and being the centre of attention. Writing was the ideal way to express myself and remain out of the spotlight.Read More
Gond and Baiga: A Tale of Two Tribes in Madhya Pradesh
A long time ago, legend has it that Baiga ancestors were created by God from the womb of Mother Earth. They became the keepers of the world. And, after God had finished creating the world, he offered to make them king.Read More
The Fearless Collective: Fearless in Mumbai
Recently, a friend of mine was exploring Mumbai when she unexpectedly discovered a magnificent mural. Located in Colaba, on the main road just past Sassoon Dock, it was painted by members of the Fearless Collective. Read More
Why I Stopped Blogging (and Haven’t Regretted It)
When I moved to Mumbai in 2008, I started a blog about my life in India married to an Indian guy. At the time, there weren’t many blogs like mine. It was disappointing, as I was going through a huge transition and wanted to read about the experiences of people in similar situations. I documented my thoughts and life in detail (the good, the bad, and the ugly!), in the hope of making sense of everything and helping others.
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10 Things I’ve Learned from 10 Years Living in India
As I approach 10 years of living in India, I’ve been reflecting on my journey and what it’s entailed. Starting off in Kolkata and ending in Mumbai, it’s been a roller coaster of extraordinary experiences, discovery and self-discovery, frustration, transformation, and ultimately success. Here are some of the important things I’ve learned along the way.
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Tiruvannamalai and the Silence of Mount Arunachala
There’s a saying amongst spiritual seekers that it’s grace alone that brings you to Tiruvannamalai and Mount Arunachala, and when the mountain calls you, you must go.
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