Reflections on Solo Travel in Japan
*My friend, Neha Singh, generously agreed to share her experience traveling solo for the first time! Given the current situation around the world, I…
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Planning a Trip to Serbia: Everything You Need to Know
If you’re looking to travel off-the-beaten-path, the Balkans should be on your radar. Serbia is still relatively undiscovered, the people are extremely warm and…
The Best Vegan & Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants in Portland, Oregon
Portland has a thriving vegetarian and vegan culture, so you will find plenty of places to eat in Portland that are all-vegan or all-vegetarian.…
The Non-Beer Drinker’s Guide to Oktoberfest
Are you going to Oktoberfest for the first time, but not sure what you’ll do there because you don’t drink beer? Worry not! I…
Offbeat Portland Experiences: 3 days in Portland, Oregon
I have never loved an American city as much as I loved Portland (except New York, but I lived there, so that doesn’t count).…
What Makes a Vegetarian Middle Eastern Feast?
Hummus is popular world over; falafels too! But do you know other vegetarian Middle Eastern dishes? Having grown up in Dubai, I can safely…
The Vegetarian Guide to San Francisco
Being vegetarian in San Francisco is pretty great – there are SO many options. And you don’t have to worry about finding all-vegan or…
One Week in the Austrian Alps
I spent 9 days in the Austrian Alps just at the start of the fall – it was magical! It reminded me that the…
A Vegetarian Culinary Journey Through Africa – South Africa & Zimbabwe
I am really excited about this story! A few months ago, Shikhant Sablania got in touch with me through a Facebook networking group. He…
Chatting with the Ex-Googler who Travels the World for Chocolate
This post is about chocolate. I’m already excited! Continuing on with my little series interviewing people with fascinating ventures from around the world, I…