Author: Olivia Franzman

While traveling through India, one thing really stood out to me as completely unique. I have traveled to over 35 countries, stayed in hundreds of hostels, and met thousands of travelers from around the world. But hosteling in India felt different in a way I had never experienced anywhere else. There is a special energy…

In the travel world, there’s something known as the travel curse. It’s the idea that the more you travel, the more beautiful places you see, the more certain experiences start to feel a little less special. You still want to explore, see more, and soak in new places but some landscapes, historical sites, or cultural…

If you are heading to India or spending some time in Rajasthan and don’t know where to go, let me tell you about one of my favorite cities. Jaisalmer, also called the Golden City, is such a unique place and definitely worth a visit. The buildings glow in this soft golden color, the desert goes…

If you’re heading to India, you absolutely have to visit the state of Rajasthan. There is so much to see and do here, from stunning palaces to bustling markets, and each city has its own personality and charm. But for me, one city stands out as truly special, peaceful, and above all, beautiful. That city…

India is one of those countries that always seems to get a bad reputation in the media. People love to criticize its culture, its environment, and even its people. Over the years, so many stereotypes have been repeated that they’ve turned into misconceptions that a lot of people just accept as fact without ever questioning…

One of the first things you notice when walking through the streets of India is the abundance of animals. Everywhere you turn, life feels shared not just between people but between people and creatures of all kinds. During my time in India, I witnessed something I had not quite expected: the natural, everyday presence of…

After spending the past month traveling through India, I’ve realized just how much food is woven into the heart of the culture and daily life here. With every meal comes a lesson in history, tradition, and even religion, since so many dietary choices are tied to beliefs and customs. What I once thought of as…

I’ve been in India for over a month now, and despite how loud, chaotic, and overwhelming this country can feel, especially in its larger cities like Delhi, I’ve discovered a surprising sense of comfort and calm within the madness. That realization has allowed me to truly appreciate the charm and culture India has to offer,…

There is something incredibly special about finding yourself in a place few others ever see. The more you travel, the more you realize how easy it is to slip into the same well-worn routes packed with tourists. But once you step off the beaten path, everything changes. Suddenly, you crave those untouched corners of the…

Most people, when they think of backpacking in India, immediately think of the Golden Triangle. The Golden Triangle consists of three iconic cities: New Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. This is one of the most popular travel circuits in India because it’s packed with history, culture, stunning architecture, and some of the country’s most iconic food.…