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Hi! We're Alia & Shawn.
We've travelled India across its regions from the busy streets of Delhi and the palaces of Rajasthan to the backwaters of Kerala and the peaceful villages in the tea fields of Munnar. Our guides are built from real visits, designed to help you plan the perfect trip.
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Alleppey Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know About Kerala's Backwaters
Thinking about visiting Alleppey? This complete guide to Kerala's backwaters covers everything you need to know — including whether to book a houseboat or canoe tour, how long to stay, where to eat, and where to stay in the Venice of India.
Varkala, Kerala: An Honest Review (And Why You Might Want to Skip It)
Is Varkala worth visiting? We spent four days there and left underwhelmed. Here's our honest review of Varkala — what it's actually like, what we didn't love, and whether it deserves a spot on your Kerala itinerary.
Fort Kochi, Kerala: The Perfect First Stop in India (If You Know What You're Getting Into)
Planning a trip to Fort Kochi, Kerala? This honest travel guide covers everything you need to know: what to do, where to eat, where to stay, how to get around, and how to handle the tuk-tuk tours, pushy shopkeepers, and Chinese fishing nets like a pro. Perfect for first-time visitors to India.
The Complete Munnar Travel Guide: Getting There, What to Do & Where to Stay
Thinking of visiting Munnar? This guide covers everything from the $2 local bus journey up the mountain to trekking tea fields with a local guide, plus where to stay, where to eat, and how long to spend in Kerala's most stunning hill station.
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