Welcome!

First up, thank you very much for stopping by. We hope you find this blog interesting and helpful for your travels. If you have any comments or feedback on any of our posts, please feel free to share them—we’d love to hear from you.

We are a middle-aged couple with full-time jobs, balancing work and our passion for travel. While our commitments mean we don’t have the luxury of full-time travel blogging, our love for discovering new places remains at the heart of everything we do. This blog serves as a way for us to revisit our travel memories and share them with others. It’s also our small attempt to give back to the travel community, much of which has helped us in our own journey. When planning our trips, we often refer to guidebooks, websites, and, most importantly, travel blogs that offer real-life experiences. That’s what we find the most useful, and we hope our experiences can help inspire your next adventure.

Our Travel Philosophy

For us, travel is about meaningful experiences rather than simply ticking destinations off a list. We don’t chase numbers—we travel when the opportunity arises, immersing ourselves in each place at our own pace.

While we wouldn’t call ourselves adventurous travelers, we do enjoy a mix of experiences. We appreciate comfort and convenience but also embrace variety in our stays—be it a business hotel in a bustling city, a charming boutique hotel, or a cozy homestay in a quiet village. We’re not strict budget travelers, but we do seek value, balancing practicality with the occasional indulgence.

Food is an integral part of travel, and we love exploring local cuisine. However, as vegetarians, this can sometimes be a challenge. When we’re confident about vegetarian options in the local fare, we happily try regional dishes. Otherwise, we opt for Indian restaurants where available.

Cultural exploration is a key part of our journeys. We seek out historical sites and UNESCO heritage locations, but we are not big on museums—except for the occasional offbeat one. We love experiencing local traditions and performances, though we don’t always time our trips around them. Exploring artisan workshops, wandering through bustling local markets, and engaging in cultural experiences are some of our favorite ways to connect with a destination. While cooking classes don’t particularly appeal to us, we always look for opportunities to blend cultural exploration with must-see local landmarks.

Nature plays an equally important role in our travels. We actively seek out scenic landscapes and natural wonders, sometimes even prioritizing them over famous landmarks. While we are not into intense trekking or hiking, we enjoy easy walks and light hikes that allow us to take in the beauty of our surroundings. One of us is a keen birdwatcher, while the other is slowly growing into it—so our birdwatching is often incidental. However, both of us share a love for wildlife safaris. We especially enjoy destinations that offer a blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty, such as rural villages or historic towns set against breathtaking landscapes.

Our approach to planning is flexible. In places with reliable public transport, we enjoy exploring on our own. But when navigating a country with limited intercity transport, we prefer private tours arranged through trusted travel agents. Over the years, this has led to wonderful relationships with our drivers and guides—some of whom we are still in touch with long after the trip.

While we’d love to revisit places we’ve fallen in love with, for now, our focus is on discovering new destinations. At the heart of our travels is a desire to engage with local cultures, savor authentic cuisines, and take in the natural beauty around us—whether that means wandering through ancient cities, enjoying the tranquility of an offbeat town, or simply soaking in the moment with no set agenda.

Our Travel Gear

We’re still building our travel gear collection, but our Fujifilm X-S20 has been our trusted companion. It’s a mid-range hybrid APS-C camera that’s beginner-friendly but versatile enough for various types of photography. We currently use the 15-45mm kit lens and the 18-135mm variable aperture lens for general travel shots. For birdwatching and wildlife photography, we rely on the Fujifilm XF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 telephoto lens, which is great for close-ups and those special wildlife moments. Recently, we invested in a 23mm f/1.4 prime lens for some creative low-light and portrait shots. Though we haven’t ventured into drones or specialized vlogging cameras yet, we’re excited to explore more options as we dive into vlogging!