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 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 | 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...
by Susan Jagannath | Jul 2, 2024 | Adventures, Camino, Places, Travel, Walking, Walks, Women
Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… Young parents on the Camino Portuguese The Camino is a transformative journey, rich in history, culture, and personal reflection. But what if you could share this incredible experience with your children?...
