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Merja
This blog chronicles my trip around the world which began with a one-way flight to Delhi and no plan. I am hoping to make it to a hundred countries...
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5 sexy do's for Bhutan

99 + 1 Countries ― 1. First you need to learn about Drukpa Kuenlay, also known as the Divine Madman, Bhutan's favorite Lama. Drukpa Kuenlay came to Bhutan from Tibet in the 15th century armed with a bow and arrow, which he magically used to find suitable virgins to... (more)
 Merja ― Made popular on Feb 28th, 2010
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Arriving in Bhutan: 8 do's

99 + 1 Countries ― 1. When flying to Paro in Bhutan, try to get a seat on the left side of the plane. That way you will have the chance to see Mount Everest and some other highest mountains in the world from the plane. It helps if you have a clear mental image of... (more)
 Merja ― Made popular on Jun 16th, 2010
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7 do's for the Kathmandu night

99 + 1 Countries ― 1. Get acquinted with people who can take you to drink tongba. Razu at the Mount View guesthouse might prove to be your new best friend if he takes you to Dorje restaurant. If you can't find Razu, you can try locating Dorje yourself. Facing south,... (more)
 Merja ― Made popular on Oct 4th, 2010
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Bathing with elephants? No thanks

99 + 1 Countries ― It's cruel. It's abuse. It's wrong. Elephant bathing is one of those things which in a guide book seem like the funniest thing you could ever do, but the reality of it is quite different.I watched a few tourists "help an elephant bathe" in the... (more)
 Merja ― Made popular on Jun 17th, 2010
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Want to see rhinos in Chitwan? Go find a waiter called Santos

99 + 1 Countries ― If it wasn't for Santos I don't think I would have seen any rhinos in Chitwan National Park.These days spotting one is a matter of luck - due to lack of surveillance, poachers have been enjoying a field day in Chitwan.I booked two trips to the... (more)
 Merja ― Made popular on Oct 16th, 2010
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Tansen - a Nepali town without the tourists

99 + 1 Countries ― Tansen is the type of city that forces a smile on your face even if your guest house faces the noisy bus station and suffers from seriously bad plumbing.The bad news first. Accomodation in the lovely mediaval city of Tansen does not quite measure the... (more)
 Merja ― Posted on Nov 22nd, 2009
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10 cheapskate tips for the Poon Hill trek in Nepal

99 + 1 Countries ― The Poon Hill trek is one of the easiest and most famous shorter treks you can do in Nepal. It takes a minimum of four days but can be easily extended to six. The views to the Annapurnas will melt your heart at least if you are new to the Nepali... (more)
 Merja ― Posted on Nov 19th, 2009
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Pokhara, Nepal: At least the rat should happy

99 + 1 Countries ― Pokhara, or Pokhara base camp, like the gore tex gang likes to call it, was a similar exprerience to the Indian town of Leh. I had massive expectations which were not met. I was hoping to see a Nepali town but instead I ended up in a tourist ghetto,... (more)
 Merja ― Posted on Nov 16th, 2009
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A tricky trip from Rishikesh, India to Pokhara, Nepal

99 + 1 Countries ― Folks, the one road in Eastern Terai is fine. Other than that, travelling from Rishikesh India to Pokhara Nepal is hellish. Here's a short version of what happened during the 40 hour killer trip.1. I took a vikram (a shared ricksha) from High Bank,... (more)
 Merja ― Posted on Nov 12th, 2009
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Ten best places to visit in India and why you should go there too

99 + 1 Countries ― After reading some enraged comments to my posts on India I think I should make it clear once and for all that I adore India.Dear India! I never meant to hurt your feelings. I never meant to offend your religious views. I fully understand that you are... (more)
 Merja ― Posted on Nov 7th, 2009
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5 Karmic do's for Rishikesh

99 + 1 Countries ― 1. Arrive in the oh so New Age Rishikesh weary of all the hippies and yoga nutters, conviced that this would not be your place. Laying your eyes on the sacred Ganges have a total change of heart. Not knowing exactly why, you now want to join their... (more)
 Merja ― Posted on Nov 5th, 2009
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10 do's for McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala

99 + 1 Countries ― 1. Arrive in McLeod Ganj two hours early from Manali at 4 AM when everything is closed. Fight with touts who want to take you to the shabbiest guesthouses down some freaking long steps. Say no to the overpriced lousy rooms and walk the even longer... (more)
 Merja ― Posted on Nov 1st, 2009
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A cheater's guide to surviving a ten day Vipassana course

99 + 1 Countries ― If you are seriously thinking of doing a ten day Vipassana meditation course you might not want to read this. In a Vipassana course you commit yourself to not communicating in any way for ten days.In exchange of all the nice things in life you get to... (more)
 Merja ― Posted on Oct 26th, 2009
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13 tips to a perfect day in Manali for 4 euros - all inclusive!

99 + 1 Countries ― 1. Get up early in your Old Manali guesthouse (Laxmi is nice and cheap). Have breakfast at Shiva Garden cafe. 2. Walk up the hill to the Manu Rishi temple. It's not great but I it liked the little statues there for their text book lack of originality... (more)
 Merja ― Posted on Oct 24th, 2009
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How to make the best momo soup in the world - recipe!

99 + 1 Countries ― I sneaked in to the kitchen of Tenzin Dickey Tibetan in Leh to see how they make their potato and cheese momo soup for which they ought to be world famous and millionaires. And this is how it's how it's done. Teenage son chops veggies. Mom makes... (more)
 Merja ― Posted on Oct 20th, 2009

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