Author Archives: Sahana Kulur

Why are you wasting 15 days in Thailand?

Why do you plan to waste 15 days in Thailand alone? This is the most common question before I left for Thailand with my mother in June 2019. It is common for full-time travellers to spend months together in Thailand but not common among the rest. As a part-time traveller, I was asked zillions ofContinue reading “Why are you wasting 15 days in Thailand?”

Guide to Shopping in Thailand for Authentic Thai Things.

When two “almost” shopaholic women travel to Thailand, it is impossible to return without buying things. With flocks of tourists running to Thailand for vacation, most people talk about Chatuchak market, Asiatic riverfront market, Platinum fashion mall and Pratunam market, which are suitable for buying modern fashion accessories at lower prices. But, let us sayContinue reading “Guide to Shopping in Thailand for Authentic Thai Things.”

Thai food – Vegetarian’s guide

The amount of variety you get in veg food in India is unmatchable. So when two Indian vegetarians like me and my mom travels outside India, we hunt for authentic local Veg cuisines. But we didn’t have to hunt for it since veg food options aren’t scarce in a place like Thailand, where meat dominates.Continue reading “Thai food – Vegetarian’s guide”

What to wear in Thailand as a Tourist | Packing and Clothing.

Before going to Thailand, I thought, “Why do I bother about what to wear in Thailand? I can wear anything, and everything I want to.” just like you may be wondering now. Seeing the sexy pictures of Thai beaches on Instagram, we all tend to pack vests and shorts along with flip-flops. You can’t beContinue reading “What to wear in Thailand as a Tourist | Packing and Clothing.”

15 Tips before you trip in Thailand

Before I give you the most useful Thailand Travel Tips, I want to tell you a few fascinating facts about Thailand. Stinky Travel Tips for Thailand You can see lots of customs similar to India in Thailand. Don’t miss out on watching Khon’s Performance to witness the Thai version of the Hindu Mythology Ramayana. Sadly,Continue reading “15 Tips before you trip in Thailand”

Thailand Tourist Visa – How to get it without any hassle

One reason billions of tourists visit Thailand is the ease of obtaining its tourist visa. The direct non-stop flights, easy visa process, and cheaper vacation – Indian tourists can’t be happier than this. So there is not much of a struggle here unless your documents are unclear and false.  However, though Thailand Visa is easy forContinue reading “Thailand Tourist Visa – How to get it without any hassle”

A Comprehensive Travel Guide to Isfahan in Iran.

When I say Isfahan, I pronounce Isfahaaaaaaaan. All those extra a’s goes for its awesomeness. The third-largest city of Iran is perhaps the most beautiful in the country too.  This post is about how we fell in love with Isfahan within 30 minutes after roaming in Char Bagh Abbasi street and how rich is IsfahanContinue reading “A Comprehensive Travel Guide to Isfahan in Iran.”

Complete Guide for Shopping in Iran | Persian Things on a Budget.

The word Bazars excites me – From Bangalore’s Chikpet to Delhi’s Mina Bazar and Istanbul’s grand bazar, I find myself most curious and happy in these places despite the crowd. The real place to people watch, an actual school to learn the art of haggling – Iran’s bazaars are a perfect place to be lost.Continue reading “Complete Guide for Shopping in Iran | Persian Things on a Budget.”

Are Iranians as friendly as travellers describe?

The Grandeur of Persepolis intrigued me, and eating Biryani in its birthplace attracted Ashrith. Every blog and documentary I watched had one thing in common -Iranians are the kindest people they have ever met. Though there is a strict code of conduct for women, solo woman backpackers loved Iran. After reading dozens of blogs, weContinue reading “Are Iranians as friendly as travellers describe?”