by Susan Jagannath | Jan 31, 2025 | Adventures, Faith, Places, Travel, Walking, Walks, Women, Writing
The tragic stampede prompted this guide on How to Stay Safe in a Crowd like the Kumbh Mela. The stampede at the Kumbh Mela is a stark reminder that while faith moves us, safety must guide us. Having been at the Kumbh just weeks ago, I felt the energy of the crowd, the...
by Susan Jagannath | Jan 31, 2025 | Adventures, Places, Travel, Women, Writing
They say there are no coincidences, but during my time at the Kumbh Mela, I encountered a series of events so serendipitous, they felt like something greater was at play. These moments reminded me of the interconnectedness of life and the quiet ways the divine seems...
by Susan Jagannath | Jan 30, 2025 | Adventures, Faith, Places, Travel
NOTE: For those concerned, I am safe – I was not at the Kumbh at the time of the stampede. Thanks for your concern. Just weeks ago, I stood at the banks of the Sangam with my friends, wrapped in the soft riverine mist and the sheer immensity of faith around us....
by Susan Jagannath | Jan 16, 2025 | Adventures, Places, Travel, trekking, Walking, Walks, Women, Writing
Quite a few friends noticed I was at the Kumbh and asked for tips, so here is a pilgrim’s guide to the Kumbh Mela. For those who know me from the Camino, see my comparison of the two. pilgrimages, see my previous post. It’s a pilgrimage like no other—intense,...
by Susan Jagannath | Jan 16, 2025 | Adventures, Camino, Places, Travel, Women
In my journey as a pilgrim, I’ve walked the tranquil paths of the Camino de Santiago and, more recently, immersed myself in the vibrant energy of the Kumbh Mela. Both are pilgrimages in every sense of the word, yet their contrasts couldn’t be starker. One whispers to...
by Susan Jagannath | Dec 27, 2024 | Adventures, Goa, Places, Travel, Women, Writing
Don’t we all say – what happened to the year – it flew past as quick as a teenager avoiding chores. I asked and got a whole lot of answers – it was a whirlwind of adventures, discoveries, and connections. It’s been a year full of...
by Susan Jagannath | Dec 26, 2024 | Adventures, Christmas, Food, Goa, Places, Travel, Writing
A Search for Local Breads and Christmas Sweet Treats in Goa led us deep into the quieter heart of Goa’s Mapusa markets. Tucked away behind the loud and flashy stores with cheap clothes and plastic goods from interstate, we discovered the heart of Goan food. In the...
by Susan Jagannath | Nov 12, 2024 | Adventures, Camino, Places, Travel, Walks, Writing
The Extreme Devotion of Shopping in Chickpet might sound vaguely sacrilegious, after all one cannot worship both God and Money. But God and Shopping? It’s almost like a camino – Chickpet feels like stepping into another world. Don’t think of it as a...
by Susan Jagannath | Nov 9, 2024 | Adventures, Bestsellers, Books, Places, Travel, trekking, Walking, Walks, Writing
The Best of All Lookouts Yes, it is a bit of a splendiferous name. Welcome to the ancient world of Gondwana, where Australia’s rich natural history comes alive. Here, in the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, majestic Antarctic beech trees...
by Susan Jagannath | Oct 31, 2024 | Adventures, Bestsellers, Books, Camino, Places, Travel, trekking, Walking, Walks, Writing
The Camino de Santiago is a profound experience with both physical and spiritual rewards and let’s be honest, challenges.. For seniors, preparing for this journey requires careful planning and consideration. Having walked multiple caminos after I crossed 60, here are...
