Lakshmi is passionate about everything that is local — from cultural traditions to art and architecture and believes that people make places. A slow and mindful traveller from India, you will often find her listening to stories of people or just sitting in a cafe and watching life pass by. Travelling is a way of life for this former media professional who quit her desk and decade long corporate career to become a storyteller.
Australia & South Pacific
From five-star havens to a palatial outpost of an international chain, here are some of the best hotels to stay in Sydney.
By Lakshmi Sharath
Plan your South Australian adventure in the heritage land of the Kaurna People with this curated list of the best hotels in Adelaide.
Southeast Asia
From hilltop havens to royal residences and luxurious stilt houses, here are some of the best hotels to stay in Luang Prabang.
From cruising along the surreal Halong Bay to climbing the mountain to see Perfume Pagoda, here are some of the best things to do in Hanoi.
From temple hopping to exploring caves and swimming under waterfalls, here are some of the best things to do in Luang Prabang.
From former imperial guest houses to grand old colonial hotels set in luxuriant landscapes, here are some of the best hotels in Siem Reap.
From quirky trailers and art deco hotels to grand Victorian dames, here are some of the best hotels in Melbourne for your next vacation.
From climbing the iconic Harbour Bridge to watching a rehearsal in the Sydney Opera House, here are some of the best things to do in Sydney.
From exploring Angkor Wat to ziplining along primaeval forests, here are some of the best things to do in Siem Reap.
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