India

Seasoned traveler Avery reflects on her life-changing journey to India, where she discovered that true travel confidence isn’t about having all the answers; it’s about embracing the unknown with curiosity and courage. Globe Aware volunteers can learn from her inspiring experience.

I thought I was a seasoned traveler—then I spent a week in India

Real travel confidence isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about being comfortable with questions.

By Avery White
VegOut
Aug 8, 2025

After backpacking through Southeast Asia, navigating the metros of European capitals, and even surviving a sketchy hostel in Prague where the shower was literally just a drain in the floor, I thought I had this whole travel thing figured out.

I was wrong. So incredibly, humblingly wrong.

Jaipur, India’s vibrant Pink City, has clinched the 5th spot in a Best Cities 2025 list, surpassing Florence! Globe Aware volunteers can visit to experience its celebrated immersive cultural tourism and warm hospitality firsthand, and see why it earned the honor!

Jaipur beats Florence to enter the top 5 best cities in the world

July 22, 2025
Times of India

Jaipur, the Pink City of India, has proudly secured the 5th spot in Travel + Leisure’s prestigious World’s Best Cities 2025 list, ranking above iconic global destinations like Florence. Known for its royal palaces, heritage hotels, colourful markets, and vibrant Rajasthani culture, Jaipur has emerged as one of the top travel destinations in the world.

India’s greatest export might just be its cuisine, but did you know there are many misconceptions about it? Globe Aware travelers, here are three common myths about Indian food!

3 things you didn’t know about Indian food

June 18, 2013
Travel Weekly

India’s biggest export has to be it’s cuisine, with overseas destinations such as Brick Lane in London pulling in the crowds thanks to the restaurants’ adherence to the country’s gastronomy.

Manjit Gill is an award-winning chef and author who promotes the Ayurvedic tradition that sees the five elements of fire, water, earth, air and ether applied to what we eat.

Holi in India is a sensory overload of color, music, and madness, with celebrations ranging from royal affairs to chaotic street parties. If you’re volunteering with Globe Aware this month, wear clothes you never want to see again, keep your phone in a plastic bag, and dive into the madness of the vibrant festivities on March 14, 2025.

Holi 2025: 7 Places Where Holi Is A Celebration Of Colours And Chaos

Holi in India is a full-blown sensory overload of colour, music, and madness.

Sushmita Srivastav
Feb 22, 2025
NDTV

No matter where you go, Holi in India is an experience that hits you — with joy, culture, and of course, colours. Whether you want a royal affair, an artsy celebration, or absolute street chaos, there’s a place (and a Holi party) waiting for you. If you’re planning to dive into the most vibrant celebration of the year, you need to know where the real party’s at. From royal palaces to chaotic streets, here’s where Holi gets seriously wild this year (Holi will be celebrated on March 14, 2025). Just wear clothes you never want to see again, keep your phone in a plastic bag, and dive right into the madness!

Air India’s Republic Day Travel Advice for Delhi Passengers, what travelers need to know

January 16, 2025
Travel And Tour World 

Air India advises travelers flying to Delhi during Republic Day 2025 to check flight status, arrive early, and prepare for delays due to fog and traffic congestion.