Author : Anna

https://www.global-gallivanting.net - 617 Posts - 1257 Comments
Anna is a travel writer, yoga lover, and digital nomad who has been traveling full time for over 10 years. She has visited over 40 countries and lived in the UK, Australia, Thailand, Bali and Goa, India. Her travel blog, Global Gallivanting, is packed with useful and authentic travel guides, tips and stories to help other travellers plan their own adventures.

I Come Alone – Traveling Solo in Southeast Asia

Anna
Finding harmony in your choice of travel partner, or in your own company, can make or break a trip but whether traveling alone, in a group or with a close friend or partner all come with their different challenges. Group tours have the advantage of a ready made group of......

Exploring Kek Lok Si Temple, Penang

Anna
One thing that has really fascinated me whilst traveling is learning about the different religions and how these influence values, beliefs and rituals of daily life. It’s so intriguing how the same religion varies depending on the country or region and I find Malaysia particularly interesting because of the diversity......

Heaven and Hell: Chiang Rai’s White Temple and Black House

Anna
Chiang Rai’s White Temple – Wat Rong Khun Wat Rong Khun (or the white temple) in Chiang Rai, Thailand is no ordinary temple. At first glance Wat Rong Khun reminds me of something out of a winter wonderland fairytale as the white, unbelievably elaborate, creation glitters in the bright sunlight.......

A Blissful Day Temple Hopping in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Anna
As the cultural and historical capital of Northern Thailand there are endless things to do in Chiang Mai, but my favourite activity was simply wandering, exploring and temple hopping in Chiang Mai’s old city. Chiang Mai is sprinkled with elaborate golden temples and wears its heritage as capital of the......

Exploring Sukhothai – The Birthplace of Siam

Anna
The ancient, ruined city of Sukhothai is believed to be the capital of the first kingdom of Siam (Thailand) and is one of the best places to visit in Thailand to start learning about Thai history and culture. Sukhothai translates as ‘the dawn of happiness’ and was founded by King......

5 Things I Miss About India

Anna
I Miss India! India can be a difficult and frustrating country to travel in but it’s also fascinating, exotically diverse and very rewarding. Sometimes I loved India and sometimes I hated her but it really was a trip that changed my life and I’m thankful for many things that India......