Sikkim: First-timer Tips for Traveling India’s Northeast
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Travelers frequent Sikkim for its Instagram-worthy high altitude lakes, farms, and pine-wood forest hiking. It’s important to know what not to miss.
Zinara Rathnayake
Zinara is one half of NatnZin, a travel and food blog run by Nathan and Zinara mainly focused on community-based, responsible travel. They are passionate about supporting local communities through travel and enjoy off-grid destinations.
Unearthing Jaffna: 4 Things to Do in Sri Lanka’s Northern Capital
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Ramshackle heritage buildings dot the cityscape, a large market dominates the busy town, and Palmyrah leaves are weaved into a cadjan fences in houses. This is Jaffna.
Five Otherworldly Nature Experiences in Raja Ampat
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Above and below the water, Raja Ampat is paradise. From Piaynemo to manta rays, this is one of Asia’s best choices for nature lovers.
Ipoh: What to do in Malaysia’s Next Big Destination
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It’s a little bit Penang, a little bit Cameron Highlands, and a little bit something new. Ipoh is a transitional destination on peninsular Malaysia worth a visit.
Chasing Waterfalls in the Central Highlands of Sri Lanka
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There’s a lot to see in Sri Lanka, from Sigiriya to leopards, but there’s something to be said for a long hike to a waterfall. Central Sri Lanka’s unique topography gives it some very interesting cascades.
Beyond the Taj Mahal: 5 Good Reasons to Visit Agra
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There’s more to Agra than the Taj Mahal, from plush hotels with unbeatable views to 15th century marvels of engineering. The abiding Mughal history of the region can be found in every corner.
A Day in Galle Fort: Exploring Sri Lanka’s Colonial Heritage
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From the 17th century architecture of the luxury Amangalla to some of the best seafood in Sri Lanka, a day in Galle Fort is for history lovers, epicureans, and shopaholics alike.
A Nature Lover’s Guide to Meghalaya
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Despite all the press and nature documentaries, Meghalaya remains somewhat isolated. For the nature lover who wants to see humankind living in harmony with nature, this wettest place on Earth is a good start.
5 Sri Lanka Surfing and Kitesurfing Spots Worth a Try
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Whether you want to catch waves or air, Sri Lanka has destinations all around the island and in all seasons for the intrepid surfer and kitesurfer.