Where and what to eat in the colourful coastal Indian state of Goa
The people of Kerala #humanbynature
From the remote hill tribes of the Western Ghats to the Kathakali dancers of Cochin, take a glimpse at the unique lifestyles of the people of Kerala.
India travel tips | All you need to know before you go
When to go, where to go, what to eat and drink, and how to avoid scams, here’s all you need to know before you go to India.
The best hotels in Goa, from the finest in luxury to old world charm
A riot of colour. A gentle pace of life. Palm trees, tumbling bourgainvillea and white sandy beaches that stretch for miles. Temples and churches. Jungles to explore. And not forgetting some of the most delicious food I’ve ever tasted. Goa is a perfect holiday destination for me. Having spent a wonderful week here visiting hotels with The Goa Experience here’s my pick of my favourite 5 places to stay in this magical corner of India.
Unwind on a houseboat on the Chapora River, Goa
Kicking off my sandals I lie back on the cushions, take a sip of a cool Kingfisher beer and watch the palm trees drifting by. It’s the second to last night of a fabulous week in India and we’re spending it on a Kerala style rice boat on a mini cruise in Goa on the...
Through the jungle to the Dudhsagar Falls, Goa
The rocks around the pool's edge are slippery. I sit down, slide into the cool water and swim over to the waterfall. At the height of its rage, the torrent races down the mountainside in an overpowering, deluge. Despite it now being the end of Goa's dry season when...
Exploring South Goa and it’s stunning white sand beaches
Winding our way through the narrow lanes of South Goa, flanked by coconut palms and dotted with brightly painted houses, I can't believe I'm finally back in India. But this isn't the India I remember. It bears no resemblance to chaotic, charismatic Rajasthan. There...
Portraits from Goa, Colour versus Black and White
A collection of black and white portraits from my recent visit to Goa in India.
Goa, an unexpected journey
It is ten years since I last visited India and I have dearly longed to go back ever since. Earlier this month I was over joyed to receive an unexpected invitation to visit Goa. It didn’t disappoint…
A mini guide to Indian street food
Indian is one my favourite types of cuisine but, during the couple of times I visited, I didn’t get many opportunities to try the wonderful variety of Indian street food available throughout the country. Next time I visit India I plan to put that right and, to point...
Memories of India
Kathryn, travel photographer and author of Travel With Kat, shares her memories of India which she describes as the most exciting country in the world.
Dastkar
This week’s travel snap is an old photograph (taken on print film) at Dastkar, a women’s collective just outside the Ranthambore National Park in India. These wonderful ladies were busy making the most delightful clothes, tablecloths, napkins and wall hangings. I was...
Exploring Kerala, on and off the beaten track
My guide to the must-see places to visit in Kerala including the tranquil backwaters, the wildlife of Periyar Lake and Kathakali dancers of Kochi.
