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How to Get a Visa for India from Pakistan

July 9, 2010
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Getting a visa for India from Pakistan should be a straightforward process, but unfortunately that isn’t always the case. If you’re in Islamabad, you can apply for a visa from the Indian High Commission in Islamabad. This requires going into the G-5 diplomatic enclave, a high security area. You must deposit all bags, cell phones, [...]

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How to Be a Responsible World Traveler: The Basics

June 28, 2010
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Sadly, this post was inspired by an Italian man who was attempting to drive overland from India to Italy. He got stuck in Pakistan, crashed at our place for two months, and ended up owing half a dozen people a few thousand dollars each (which he hasn’t paid back a year later). His first problem [...]

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Adventure Travel: Preparing for an Overland Trip

June 26, 2010
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Overlanding refers to traveling by land from one destination to another. It is not simply your weekend road trip, but usually involves a large distance and most of time you’ll cross more than one country. Marco Polo’s travel from Venice to China serve as an example of an adventurous overland trip. Nowadays, solo travelers or [...]

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Traveler’s Reading List: Pakistan

June 15, 2010
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The following are some of my favorite books about Pakistan.

1. The Dancing Girls of Lahore
by Louise Brown
An excellent first-hand account of life in Lahore’s red light district. British author and professor Louise Brown tells the story of Maha, the dancing girl, and her family. Since dancing girls are scorned by the rest of [...]

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Budget Travel in Bangkok: Two Days in $100 or Less

June 14, 2010
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Lodging

There are lots of places you can stay in Bangkok for 280 baht ($8) or less. Check out Asha Guesthouse ($8 for a private double, meaning just $4 per person per night) or Sukhumvit On Nut Guesthouse (205 baht for a bed in a 4-bed dorm). Use sites like Hostels.com to find the best option [...]

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How to Beat the Heat in Lahore, Pakistan

June 10, 2010
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With temperatures hitting 121 degrees Fahrenheit (49 C) and at least eight hours of power cuts daily, it can be difficult to deal with the heat in Lahore. Here are some practical suggestions to stay cool when it’s scorching hot and there’s no electricity.
Go Window Shopping

Who says you need to buy anything when you go [...]

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