Annapurna Mellor

Reading Time: 5 minutes After several extended trips in South East Asia on my own, I share some of my top tips for other women considering heading to the region alone.

Reading Time: 7 minutes Packing for Nepal can be a tricky one, but after three trips and numerous treks here are several things I’d describe as essentials for your trip.

Reading Time: 4 minutes Uncover impressive local craftsmanship, unique Newari cuisine and fascinating ancient architecture in Nepal’s small town of Bhaktapur.

Reading Time: 4 minutes Looking to escape the usual chaos of India? Then head to Darjeeling, its delicious tea and remarkable mountainous vistas make it the perfect serene spot.

Reading Time: 7 minutes Ready to tackle one of the world’s classic long-distance hiking trails, and one of Nepal’s most popular treks? Here’s everything you should know before embarking on the Annapurna Circuit.

Reading Time: 5 minutes Of India’s big cities, Kolkata offers the greatest journey for the senses. Known as the “City of Joy” – it’s vivid, hectic, brimming with street life, creativity and the most incredible markets.

Reading Time: 6 minutes India is a vast country with a huge array of cultures, landscapes and cuisines.So, if you’re looking to mix up your trip to include the highlights, as well as some off-the-beaten-track choices, here are six lesser-travelled spots you should get to and quick!

Reading Time: 5 minutes Discovering the Living Root Bridges of Cherrapunjee wasn’t the only thing in Meghalaya state to leave a lasting impression on Annapurna Mellor. It was the Khasi culture and its strong, vivacious matriarchs too.

Reading Time: 5 minutes From rice porridge and rolling hills, to monks and stupors. Annapurna Mellor tells us of her experiences studying meditation for at the Kopan Monastery, a hilltop complex on the outskirts of Kathmandu.