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Growing Up in the USSR: 15 Things You Probably Didn’t Know about Soviet Upbringing
Did you ever wonder what it was like growing up in the Soviet Union behind the Iron Curtain? With the Cold War still on, I was growing up in Kyrgyz Soviet Socialist Republic, one of 15 republics that made up a Soviet Union. It was a different reality that taught me and my peers a certain way of thinking and behaving. Today, I am going to take you on a virtual historic tour to my Soviet upbringing and share top 15 features of what it was like to grow up and live in the Soviet Union. So, imagine: 1. From a very young age, you are used to the fact…
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Top 5 Off-Beat Holiday Picks in India
Today I am excited to introduce my next guest travel blogger, Subhadrika, of the Trekkers of the East. She is sharing her 5 top picks for off-beat less discovered India destinations. When you think of India, few places come to mind, such as Agra’s Taj Mahal, Mumbai and New Delhi. But there are many more wonderful places one can visit on short and long holidays. India being a diverse country has a place for every type of vacationer – spiritual soul searchers, wildlife enthusiasts, desert lovers and those inclined towards knowing more about the culture of the place. Thus, these are my top 5 unconventional picks for vacationing in India. 1. McCluskiegunj McCluskiegunj is a…
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Weekend Getaway: The Cotswolds, UK
When it comes to travel, I usually go for foreign destinations that promise sun and warm weather compared to grey and rainy UK. However, with sun shining this August, my hubby and I decided to be more spontaneous and visit English countryside famous for its perfectly groomed pastures, idyllic small villages and beautiful winding country roads. So with the keys to the rental car in hands, we set off on a weekend adventure to the Cotswolds, one of the most beautiful parts of England. Located just a couple of hours away from London, Cotswolds is perfect for a short break. Knowing that there is much to see in short time, we decided to pick…
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Moving Abroad: 5 Things It Takes to Become a Nomad
A couple of days ago I was on the flight to Geneva and read a really interesting article in the EasyJet Traveller magazine about generation of roamers or what I call nomads. These people move abroad with just a couple of suitcases on a regular basis in search of professional or personal opportunities. Being a self-proclaimed nomad, I moved abroad more than once and lived in different countries around the world. So today, I wanted to explore this topic a bit more and share my insights into what it takes to move abroad and become a nomad. 1. Being flexible and ready to push your boundaries Moving to another country,…
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Kraków: 5 Things to See from a Local’s Perspective
Today I am excited to introduce a new feature on my blog – posts by guest travel bloggers! They will feature top picks and insider tips on what to do and see in some of the coolest spots around the world shared by the locals. So, in addition to some of well-known tourist destinations, be prepared to learn something new and unique about each place! My first guest blogger is lovely Anda, aka The Twisted Red LadyBug who shares her top 5 picks for places to see in Kraków. 1. The Schindlers Factory/Museum The Schindlers Factory/Museum is located in the Podgorze region of Kraków on the street Lipowa 4. It’s a…
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Dress for Less: Packing Light for Summer Holiday
Packing for summer holiday is always a bit of a fashion dilemma: on one hand you want to look stylish and have choices, on another – you don’t want to lag too much clothes and pay extra luggage charges, especially if you travel on budget airlines and only carry a hand luggage. For my recent week-long summer holiday in Greece (you can read about it here) I put together a following packing list that actually worked quite well for me. Mixing and matching items in similar color schemes gave me plenty of choices for both casual/day and dressy/going out outfits. For example, white jeans can be easily paired with casual cotton shirts and dressy…
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72-hour guide to Kefalonia, Greece: Captain Corelli, Skala, Avithos Beach and Much More (Part II)
“It takes a lifetime for someone to discover Greece, but it only takes an instant to fall in love with her” said once Henry Miller. I can only wholeheartedly agree with him! Having just come back from Kefalonia, one of the Greek islands in the Ionian Sea, I have to say I instantly fell in love with its beauty and tranquility. There is something beautiful about the simplicity of its lifestyle, which after London’s hassle and bustle felt like a breath of fresh air. Day 3 After checking out east and west coast of Kefalonia in the first couple days (see Part I), it was time to visit the south coast…
