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Taxi rides can be a tricky/unpleasant experience in some Eastern European countries. I couldn’t find any taxi app in Sofia and Varna that actually worked well during my trip to Bulgaria. I tried to use the ‘Taxi Me’ app in Sofia. The ‘Taxi Me’ app has a very bad interface and the language of the […]
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Romania is a very underrated travel destination in Europe. One of the many reasons is the spread of misinformation. A lot of blogs I read before traveling to Romania were written by American tourists or mostly Western travelers who may not need a visa to travel in Romania and they have a very different approach […]
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Dolphins are one of the smartest mammals. They can mimic voices, demonstrate empathy, grief, and joy. There are around 40 different species of dolphins. The Bottleneck Dolphin is the smartest of all dolphins. They are usually very social and easy to train. They have a friendly appearance and higher life expectancy (30-50 years) than most […]
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The last decade has seen massive immigration to Europe from the Middle East. Europe is currently witnessing the biggest refugee crisis since World War II. There are several debates in the European Parliament about the security threat posed due to immigration, the right to seek asylum, the economic impact of mass immigration, and the assimilation […]
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I went on a budget trip to Romania in early November 2021 during the COVID pandemic. I traveled for almost a week in Romania and it was rather surprising to me that even though Romania had been a member of the EU since January 1, 2007, it is not a part of the Schengen area. […]
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Ireland is a democratic republic with a very strong Capitalist system. In fact, Ireland is more capitalist than the United States. Well, Ireland does have a Social Welfare System, but that’s just one point for socialism. The low Irish corporate tax system, high cost of attending universities, nepotistic politics, a higher number of millionaires per […]
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Student travel trips in Europe is a budget-friendly way to explore the continent. If you are an exchange student from the US or a summer intern from India in Europe, you have the liberty to travel only on the weekends. Further, I found that many students don’t pre-plan their travel itineraries before coming to Europe. […]
Continue ReadingUkraine, the Eastern European country is often referred to as the ‘breadbasket of Europe’. The subtropical climate allows farmers to grow barley, millet, wheat, and rye. Despite the fact that Ukraine had been under Russian domination for over two centuries, Ukrainians have successfully managed to preserve their native culture, tradition and traditional cuisines. While borsch […]
Continue ReadingHow can I carry more luggage than my specified baggage limitations? I was allowed to carry 23 kg check-in luggage and a hand baggage (+an accessory like a laptop bag) not exceeding 12 kg combined. So, in total, I could carry 35 kgs of luggage. After getting all kinds of stuff lined up for my grad […]
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The possibility of exploring new cultures and getting international exposure are the perks associated with an international master or study abroad. I still get goosebumps thinking about my first flight which happened to be from New Delhi to Paris. It was the first time I had been out of the country for a summer internship. […]
Continue ReadingParis, the fashion capital of the world, houses grandiloquent monuments that mesmerize travelers from across the globe. While the Baroque architecture, the reminiscence of the French Revolution and World Wars can rekindle the history buff in you, the restaurants offer the perfect romantic dining experience with your better half. However, among so many obvious things, […]
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If you are keen to spend time amidst wild forests, magnificent landscapes and walk through the rocky trails in the mountains, then why not go on a hike? Hiking can be the best escapade from your moribund life. If you are living in a city and tired of the everyday rush and pollution, then you […]
Continue ReadingI got an opportunity to intern at a CNRS Lab at Compiegne, a small city close to Paris. During my stay of 3 months, I traveled extensively on weekends to various parts of France and the neighboring countries. Coming from South-East Asia, Europe was a culture shock for me. Nevertheless, it was amusing to learn […]
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No wonder William Wordsworth was mesmerized by the melancholic strain of the solitary reaper in the Scottish highlands that he didn’t understand but contemplated deep in his heart. That’s the beauty of music! The evolution of certain genres of music has been endemic to a place. However, very few places or cultural centers are actually […]
Continue ReadingI always knew I would study abroad during my college career. I applied and was accepted to my program of choice, and was thrilled to have the opportunity to see Europe again. However, in the months leading up to departure, I was struck with a strange anxiety about leaving home and being in a completely new environment. […]
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Continue Readingfff While several guys and typical travel bloggers may encourage you to take a gap year and go backpacking, I think this is a bad idea. Maybe you would be standing on a podium and be delivering TED talks just like xx or yyy after your backpacking year. But seriously, it doesn’t broaden a great outlook. […]
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Three pint-sized glasses of ‘Heineken’, one of the most popular beer brands in the world may bring a smile on the face of a zythophile. However, a teetotaller may not share the same enthusiasm for ‘The Heineken Experience’ in Amsterdam. A Tough Call I was on a one day visit to Amsterdam on the first […]
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