Hi! I’m Prerana. For as far back my memory goes, I’ve shrugged off labels that “try” to define my identity. Throughout my existence I’ve continued learning, splashed my feet in a lot of puddles and continue to be curious about everything. And incidentally, the road continues to fuel my curiosity.
Being brought up by parents in transferable jobs comes with its own perks. All my childhood I’ve stayed throughout India and been to many others, with no one place to call my home. I guess the Travel Bug bit me quite early. My young impressionable mind had the opportunity to understand and see that there’s more to life than “the norm”. For that, I am extremely grateful to my parents.
Music has been a part of me since the very beginning, so don’t be surprised if I break into a song at off moments (I’m trained classically after all). I adore my cats and happen to be a proud Cat-Mama, though you won’t find me discriminating with animals. Oh, and I tend to begin most days with an emphasis on personal well-being and development.
I have always been fascinated by art, the marvels created by mere hands, and you’d probably come across me scribbling furiously into my Bullet Journal when we first meet. And lately, I’ve found the power of narratives extremely alluring. This blog is a memento of this art of writing I’m slowly falling in love with, only too late in life. Here I am, asking you to follow me as I present a glimpse into the world I see.
Inside Traveller’s Shoes was an idea born out of my frustration; when life seemed to be at a standstill; when I dreaded looking at the same four walls every SINGLE day; after a road accident left me unable to walk for almost half a year. Needless to say, it left a deep dent of unfulfillment with my current choices, made me rethink all my priorities and how I’d want to design my life. I spent those days, looking at interesting photos and reading various accounts of people travelling, and I knew it was time I rekindle my love affair with this pretty world of ours.
Inside Traveller’s Shoes is my take on life, people, places, travelling, relationships and everything in between. I’ve always fancied the idea of wandering off the beaten path, experiencing a life completely different from the one I grew up in and yet finding the similarities despite all our differences. It’s a place where unheard stories I come across see the light. Guess, Inside Traveller’s Shoes is never going to be your average travel guide.
So would you accompany me as I gaze upon the skies and depths of the unknown?
Travelling is not just about a place and things to do there. In the past, travellers were looked upon in the same light as scholars and learners. It’s high time people look at travelling with the eyes of the past and give it the recognition it deserves.
Travelling is the embodiment of practical and experiential learning; it’s about the people you meet, the wealth of stories they carry. It’s about sharing joys and sorrows, finding out that our souls are connected despite our circumstances. And most importantly it is looking at a place as not just another photo-op. I like exploring spots that we often seem to overlook in our daily rush and bustle- with a focus on making sustainable choices.
I believe in enjoying the small things and have always been intrigued by how someone who’s stayed in a particular city for an elongated time manages to not explore it in that duration. We live in an era where we live in a place and yet be completely oblivious to its history, culture and location of different areas that make it up.
I think it’s high time we change that, get out of our desks, the 9-5’s and be a wayfarer for once?
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Still can’t believe that it’s almost two years since we first danced to this …
Never missing an opportunity to use a beautiful space next to the beach and under the sunny afternoon sky to do what we love : DANCE 💃🏻 🕺🏾
#Salsa #InMyDancingShoes #SalsaDancing #SalsaIndia #Pondicherry #Puducherry
Earlier this year, on our Goa roadtrip, we decided to stay at a Family Run Homestay by the Riverside in Honnavar.
Here’s how living in a Homestay added a “New Dimension” to our stay in Honnavar:
👉🏼 We got to have yum home-cooked local meals and learnt more about the diet of the people in this region.
👉🏼 Day turned into night as we spend our evening boat watching.
👉🏼 We woke up early to observe the fog rising through the Sharavati river while we sat and watched the Sun slowly fill the sky in its light in the morning.
👉🏼 Being present in the moment and observing the time pass us by ever so slowly and experiencing “The Slow Life”.
Here’s a glimpse of what awaited us at Sunrise the next morning. 🌞
Would you choose a Homestay next time you travel?
[Honnavar, Honnavara, South India, India Honnavar Homestay, Riverfront Stay, Sharavati, Sharavati River, Karnataka, Community Tourism, Experiential Travel]
“If it`s Meant To Be, It’s Upto Me”
It`s been one of my favourite Affirmations lately.
It takes away the lack of control from the classic “Que Sera Sera” and adds accountability to your own self and actions to make your dreams happen.
This Affirmation now rests in the very beginning of my BuJo and remind me of the resolve when things seem low.
What are some of your favourite Affirmations?
PS - Did you notice me struggling when my brush pen ran out of ink? Handlettering is filled with moments like that.😉
[ BuJo Quotes, Quote Page, BuJo, Bullet Journal, Affirmation, Quotes, Inspirational Quotes, Quotes Page, Hand Lettering, Calligraphy, Inspiration]
All Smiles porque Ser Feliz 😀
This was so unexpected and I’ve never danced like this so I was also pretty clueless. Have a long way to go with Salsa & Mambo but I’m glad to have shared this dance with @alan_soldek @erikymonika.salsadancers
Thank you for capturing this fun moment my favourite @soundrider ❤️
[ Salsa, Mambo, Salsa On 2, Salsa Dancing, Latin Dance, Vamos Goa ]
Cancio’s House is truly unique as a Homestay. Although it’s an experience in itself - the home, village and the Amaral family have taught me so much about life and loads of life hacks that I get to take with me.
This was my first time to Goa & I experienced both - the sea, sun, sand, beach shacks & blaring music and the contrasting version at Cancio’s House.
Though initially, I had doubts if I’d visit Goa again, I know the version of Goa that I’ll be carrying back home.
In collaboration with @cancioshousegoa & @theshootingstaracademy
Read more on the blog or link in bio.
[ Cancio’s House, Goan Homestay, Aldona, Goa, India, Aldona Homestay, Goan Village]
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