Fear has a numbing effect on me. My brain goes blank and my body freezes. And once that happens, I find it hard to think straight, or think at all. When you come back home, and lounge in your comfy sofa, any trip feels good. That’s because you made it back – in one piece.…
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When AMS Strikes
After spending a day in Gangtok, we decided to head towards the north. The mountain town of Lachung averages about 9,600 feet (2,900 m) and requires a day of travel from the capital. Google maps indicates a 3 hour long journey. However, I remember taking longer to reach there. Part of the reason could be roadblocks…
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Gangtok in a Day
Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim, is the starting point for all exploration trails in the state. Most travelers make the mistake of spending less than a day in this mountain town. Although, the average altitude of Gangtok doesn’t rise beyond 1650 m (5,410 ft), it’s advisable to acclimatize for a few days, before proceeding…
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Stepping out of your comfort zone
Every traveler starts somewhere. Early trips begin with visits to familiar places. And then, you get a little adventurous. You think you can beat the odds and step out of your comfort zone. Back in 2009, we decided to step out of ours. And, we’ve never looked back since. We credit this trip – to…
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