Through the submerged world of Barisal

I like to think that poet Jibanananda Das derived inspiration for his seminal poem Banalata Sen during his times in Barisal.
16 March 2017

TETULIA

Perhaps you have been yearning to see the famed Kanchenjunga for long. But because of the international travel involved, and the various red tapes, it has not materialised yet.
13 March 2017

Travels that make souls wiser

When I watched the Bollywood flick, “Zindagi na milegi dobara” for the first time, I like a lot of others, fell in love with Spain and with the idea of travel changing my life.
6 March 2017

The land of the dragon, and fiery rhododendrons

When I read Tagore's “Shesher Kobita' near the end of my school life, its main theme did not dawn on me. I was entranced.
27 February 2017

Qatar Airways to increase Dhaka-Doha flights from April 1

In a move to provide passengers with additional travel options, Qatar Airways announces to launch a third daily flight between Dhaka and Doha from April 1.
27 February 2017

[WATCH] Quick Tour into the Sundarbans

According to renowned author Amitav Ghosh, the Sundarbans is a piece of heaven on Earth which is serene and at the same time dangerous.
26 February 2017

By the tranquil waters

It was mentioned quite a few times—a mountain surrounded by deep forests where wild flowers bloom in abundance during monsoon. We did not wait for the rains though, and in the midst of the chilly winter, we set out to see this place of untold wonders.
30 January 2017

Discovering Morocco

Sitting somewhere on the northern tip of Africa, Morocco is a country resplendent in glorious architecture and endowed with a distinct landscape.
23 January 2017

Trekking 101 - A Beginner's Guide

There are two kinds of people in this world- those who have been on the daunting, yet incredibly beautiful journey to Nafakum or Keokradong, Bandarban and those who have it on their to-do list.
12 January 2017

Along the shores of the Pacific

Our initial plan was to embark on a train that travelled along the Ocean. I have crossed the Atlantic to travel to Europe and the Indian Sub-continent, but never had the experience of moving along Pacific, and that too, on a train.
9 January 2017

In the land of the lion with the sword

The island of Sinhala, or Sri Lanka as we know it today, is a country beautiful beyond expectations. The warmth of its people, the neat and clean roads, the delicious food - everything is impressive. Most surprising were the smiling faces of immigration officers at the airport. I bet no one has seen that anywhere else in the world!
26 December 2016

Peace and a pachyderm

There’s nothing quite as enjoyable as strolling through the grasslands of Northern Thailand on elephant back.
9 December 2016

A Visit to the Hawaiian Islands

The island state of Hawai'i has been called a paradise in this world. Its multifarious scenic beauty, magnificent beaches, active volcanoes, flora-fauna, and its vast distance from nearest land, have made it a very attractive spot to visit.
8 December 2016

Travelling when you're disabled

People with disabilities can travel the world. All it takes is some smart planning.
16 November 2016

Inca Civilisation

Exploring the belief systems of early cultures can be enlightening and transforming. Each offers unique perspective on how we can
14 November 2016

Walking over water

In the border town of Sungai Kolok, Narathiwat province, legend has it that an old Muslim woman known for her magical powers rowed her sampan into the swampland one fine day many moons ago and never came out.
13 November 2016

Asia’s most visited countries

China is the top most travel destination in Asia for the world's tourists, according to the latest figures published by the World Bank.
13 November 2016

In the land of the thunder dragon

A journey from Dhaka to Paro, by airplane, can sometimes leave you with a few lost heartbeats if you're not the most courageous person in the world.
7 November 2016

Sundarbans: The Allure of the Bengal Tiger

We thought it was high time to go meet the Royal Bengal in its home, all together in a large group.
7 November 2016

Explore Kushtia in one day

One can easily pay a visit to Kushtia in a day with a good plan. Here is how one can cover the maximum spots of this spiritually and culturally rich area in just a day.
7 November 2016