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We’ll never forget our first time planning a trip to Hawaii. Staring at that cluster of all the Hawaiian islands in the middle of the Pacific, it’s easy to feel … Continue Reading Read the original post Best Hawaiian Island to Visit: An Honest Guide to Choosing The Perfect One on The Planet D: Adventure […]

I always wanted to go on adventures and do stuff off the beaten path. Traveling to Tibet and visiting Everest Base Camp was one of those wishes. When the chance finally came from Lhasa to Everest Base Camp, I knew I had to take it. Lhasa, Tibet’s capital, was my starting point for this journey.

We’ve heard the rumours, and maybe you have too: that the food in Cuba is bland and uninspired. For years, travellers who never left their all-inclusive resorts came home with … Continue Reading Read the original post The Best Cuban Food: 23 Traditional Dishes You Have to Try on The Planet D: Adventure Travel Blog.

We have eaten our way across France, from the bustling bistros of Paris to tiny, family-run auberges in the countryside, and we’ve learned one simple truth: French cuisine is more … Continue Reading Read the original post The Ultimate Guide to French Food: 31+ Must-Try Dishes on The Planet D: Adventure Travel Blog.

If you’re planning a trip to Iceland, you’ll quickly discover the country’s food scene is as unique as its landscapes. At least that is what we found. From cosy bowls … Continue Reading Read the original post Icelandic Food Guide 2025: 18 Traditional Dishes You Must Try in Iceland on The Planet D: Adventure Travel

I did not plan my visit to Thrikkakara Vamana Moorthy Temple in Kochi. I was there to witness the famous snake boat race, and what an experience it was to see those narrow boats cut through the water to the beat of drums playing on and around them. I learnt that boat races used to

Looking for the best things to do in Sudbury? This Northern Ontario gem is packed with surprises, think 330 sparkling lakes, a massive regreening transformation, Canada’s most iconic coin, and … Continue Reading Read the original post Why You Should Visit Sudbury in 2025: Top Attractions, Outdoor Adventures & Local Tips on The Planet D:

Looking for the best things to do in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan? We’ve road-tripped the UP multiple times and can tell you this: it’s one of America’s last great … Continue Reading Read the original post 17 Best Things to Do in the Upper Peninsula, Michigan (2025 Guide) on The Planet D: Adventure Travel

There is a moment, just past dawn when the trail lifts you above the green folds of the Marsyangdi Valley (that originates from the northern slopes of the Annapurna circuit range, near Manang) and the world becomes nothing but gradient – stone beneath your boots, sky pouring cobalt overhead, lungs tightening in the thinning air.

For years I have dodged the question – which is my favorite temple?. How does one pick when one has visited and studied so many? Is one temple more important than the rest of temples? Do temples not have different roles at different points in time? All these questions bothered me, till I figured out