Epic Adventuress

It’s easy to see why Wapa Di Ume Ubud is one of Ubud’s most loved boutique resorts. It’s a luxury that still feels human. Ubud moves fast – scooters, chatter, rain that comes out of nowhere, but, turn off the main road and it’s as if the island takes a breath. The moment we pulled up at Wapa Di Ume,…

Langkawi’s charm? It’s the promise of carefree days…. turquoise sea, warm air, palms swaying. The island somehow has quietly evolved; beyond its lively beaches and boutique resorts, a new rhythm has emerged – one defined by privacy, space, and the luxury of villa living. That is what led me to La Villa Langkawi, a modern hideaway I never knew existed….

I’m not often lost for words, but the moment I walked into my Rainforest Suite at Ambong Ambong Langkawi, I was. Completely. Maybe it was the scent of wood and rain, or the sound of cicadas echoing through the trees… or maybe it was the feeling of being completely surrounded by nature, the kind of serenity that makes you stop…

Forget crowded boat tours. Balboa Private Kefalonia Yacht Cruise is intimate and unforgettable. My heart was still racing when I stepped off Balboa, not from a long day under the Greek sun, but because she gave me the kind of freedom I chase in all my travels – raw, real, and unforgettable…. Balboa is no ordinary yacht in Kefalonia. She’s…

It’s hard to imagine a place more like a winter fairy tale than Ginzan Onsen. As you step into this small town cradled by snow-covered mountains, it feels as though you’ve travelled back in time. Wooden ryokans line the streets, their warm glow reflecting on the icy river that snakes through the town. Originally a bustling silver mining town over…

Tajikistan for me is an adventure of a lifetime, filled with exhilarating experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and heartwarming encounters with the local people, particularly the children whose smiles still warm my heart. My trip to Tajikistan started with a slight detour. First it snowed heavily in the mountains so I had to stay the night in a village with Toychi’s family….

We live in a time when many spectacular places around the world are plagued by over-tourism and travellers are alienating local communities instead of supporting them. Well, Tajikistan is at the other end of that spectrum. Most people would have to google where exactly it sits on the map, and what its capital city is! I must confess I knew…

Khiva, a 2500 years old city, is a UNESCO heritage site. I booked a stay in a lovely guest house in Itchan Kala. Itchan Kala is a unique area, surrounded by walled fortresses with distinct Islamic architecture. Stepping into Itchan Kala feels like stepping into a world where time stands still. Itchan Kala is a living, breathing museum of Khorezm…

Samarkand is one of those places that sounds almost mythical, steeped in history of the Silk Road, ancient empires, and beautiful blue tiles glistening under the sun. My time in this legendary city was a mix of these historical sights and an unexpected connections that left a lasting impression. Registan Square Registan Square, a UNESCO world heritage, is Samarkand’s centrepiece…