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Discovering the Other Side of Goa, Part 1

By Mariellen Ward on January 15, 2016 in India, Travel Tips

There’s a lot more to Goa than parties on the beach. I discovered lots of fine dining options, wellness retreats, arts festivals, a Latin Quarter & more.

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Letter to a young seeker

By Mariellen Ward on January 12, 2016 in India, Responsible Travel, Travel News

I wrote this letter for my niece, who I suspect is a seeker, like me. The top 5 things I’ve learned from 10 years as a traveller and seeker.

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For the new year: Embarking on the inner journey

By Mariellen Ward on January 3, 2016 in India, Responsible Travel, Yoga/Spirituality

My new year is starting with renewed belief in the importance of the inner journey. Plus, some resources for taking your own inner journey.

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The sacred and profane at the Pushkar Camel Fair

By Mariellen Ward on December 1, 2015 in India, Responsible Travel, Travel Tips, Yoga/Spirituality

I found the Pushkar Camel Fair touristy & disappointing, but that didn’t stop me from experiencing cultural & spiritual riches beyond my expectations.

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Zostel and the hostel revolution in India

By Mariellen Ward on November 24, 2015 in India

Hostels are a new concept in India and Zostel is doing it right by creating a chain of hip, comfortable and affordable places all across the country.

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Shining a light on Diwali

By Mariellen Ward on November 18, 2015 in India, Transformational Travel, Yoga/Spirituality

Spending Diwali, India’s Festival of Light, at an ashram was both fun and inspiring. It lit an unexpected spark of courage and confidence in me.

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