Vipassana meditation retreat as an American in India
Golden silence and self exploration.
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Playa Balandra near La Paz has new tourism limits
Playa Balandra near La Paz is so popular, visitors are now limited.
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Bodhgaya and the Buddhist Circuit in Bihar
Where the Buddha became enlightened.
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Shanti India School in Bodhgaya is impressive
Against all odds, these kids thrive.
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I’m a privileged hypocrite
An early retired white woman with a growing sense of climate justice.
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Pokhara to Kathmandu for more views
Eye-popping views of the Himalayas — but there’s a catch.
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Lovely mountain village near Pokhara, Nepal
Such a beautiful experience, Ellen cried.
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The pleasant surprise of Pokhara, Nepal
Beautiful, clean, friendly, affordable, and the perfect climate for several months a year.
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Rishikesh to Pokhara: Border crossing with a plot twist
We weren’t expecting these bumps in the road.
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Whitewater rafting, waterfalls in Rishikesh
Gorgeous views, invigorating thrills.
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Celebrating gods in Rishikesh
A travel commentary about gods.
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Cancer scare and emergency root canal in Rishikesh
Life is Now. Ellen’s reminded yet again.
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Temporary ferry at Laxman Jhula in Rishikesh
When it goes, what it costs, plus alternative options to cross the Holy Ganga River.
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Delhi, Dehradun, Mussoorie budget travel tips
A budget travel tip for each location in India.
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