The Kuttappi

Tag: Travel

  • The Lucky One

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    I am often called lucky. Imagine you worked all week preparing for a test. You beat your temptations and saved the marshmallow. You aced your test. Your best friend says, oh you are very lucky. How does that feel? Yes, I am lucky in many regards and grateful to be so. But I take offense…

  • First Aid Kit For Urban Travel

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    A first aid kit is like a pair of fat-pants. You hope you never have to use them, but it is nice to know that they are there in case you need them. Traveling exposes your body and mind to experiences that you are not used to. It should, otherwise what is the point of…

  • Traveling To India For A Month – A Backpackers Guide

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    A friend I made in NYC asked me for advice regarding traveling to India for a month. This was my reply and I thought it had enough material to be shared with everyone. Please feel free to add your suggestions and comments as well. He asked me: My friend is getting married in Ahmedabad on…

  • My Philosophy of Travel

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    Last year I had the opportunity to travel the United States. Yes, Amrikaa!! The trip was supposed to be for 20 days, but ended up lasting 101 days and upon return, the most common questions I got was if I was going back again (Answer: hopefully), if I was planning to migrate (Ans: No) and…

  • Yet Another Post On The Perks Of Being A Solo Traveler

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    The greatest part of my failed attempt to travel around India for a year was the 17 days I spent traveling Gujarat in the summer of 2014. Subramanian, my friend from college was pursuing his post graduation at SVNIT in the diamond city of Surat and was kind enough to let me bunk with him…