Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Adam the Adventurer Travel strategies for regular people ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [What makes Jaipur's City Palace Special](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/what-makes-jaipurs-city-palace-special) - THREE things make Jaipur's city palace special and I'll dig into each with photos. (1) The phenomenal tile-work (2) The grand courtyards and (3) The... - [A Taste of a Puppet Show in the City Palace - Jaipur](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/puppet-show-in-the-city-palace-jaipur) - I know what you're thinking, why would I want to watch a puppet show? I'm an adult! Well, if you're doubting whether going to a puppet show in India is worth... - [Jantar Mantar Jaipur - Should you go there?](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/jantar-mantar) - Should you go to Jantar Mantar in Jaipur? Are you into science? Do you want to see the furthest push of our astrological knowledge all in one place? Read on. - [Themes of  Amber Palace - Jaipur India](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/amber-palace-themes) - We dive into the Amber Palace of Jaipur India's structural themes including the many courtyards, the open air design with cooling features and of course, the art! - [Wes Anderson inspired Bar Palladio and the power of my Guwahati scarf](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/wes-anderson-inspired-bar-palladio) - Bar Palladio appears to be inspired by Wes Anderson! Which means that it is visually appealing, but how is the food and drink? We explore... - [Ellora Caves - An Architectural & Artistic Treasure of India](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/ellora-caves) - Ellora Caves in Video Games and Movies. Plus a personal trip to Ellora Caves which are one of the most impressive examples of rock-cut architecture in the world - [2 Week India Itinerary](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/2-week-india-itinerary) - This 2 week India Itinerary is laser focused on the most popular sites in India. Exploring Delhi, Jaipur, Varanasi, Agra (Taj Mahal), and Rajasthan India. Below is a brief summary of the highlights for each area: Delhi - "Old Delhi" is a phenomenal place to walk around and one of the most unique places in - [Rambagh Palace - High Tea with Peacocks in Jaipur](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/rambagh-palace) - High tea at Rambagh Palace in Jaipur is an excellent way to experience the luxurious and opulent lifestyles of India's royal families... - [Nahargarh Fort (Tiger Fort): It's all about the Views](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/nahargarh-fort-tiger-fort) - Nahargarh Fort (Tiger Fort) in Jaipur has mesmerizing views of Jaipur and captivating Rajasthani art such as stunning frescoes and the impressive architecture - [India Gate / Delhi Memorial Visit](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/india-gate) - Visiting India Gate in Delhi India as a tourist! I was surprised to find how interesting the history around India Gate was as I walked alongside it. Let me.... - [India Adventure Itinerary - 1 week](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/india-adventure-itinerary) - The ULTIMATE 1 week India Adventure Itinerary. Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, Tree Root Bridges & exploring all that's interesting in what India has to offer.. - [How to Find Adventurous Places to Go via RIBOME Methodology](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/find-adventurous-places) - Overall, finding adventurous places to go relies on what adventurous travel is. To me, adventurous travel is going to those places that are away from most tourist areas, and require something difficult - whether that is just getting there or a major hike and of course a location that offers something special and unique. When - [Ajanta Caves: Visiting the Roots of Indian Art and Culture](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/ajanta-caves-india) - Going to Ajanta Caves is an experience. Cut into the rocks by generations of various religions over generations, exploring them by foot was phenomenal, lets... - [Chand Baori: Exploring India's Enigmatic Stepwell Jewel](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/chand-baori-stepwell) - The fantastic, remote Chand Baori stepwell is definitely not on a standard tour of India, however it reveals one of the most authentically Indian social cent... - [The National Museum - Delhi, India](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/the-national-museum-delhi-india) - Is it worth it to visit the National Museum in Delhi India? I visited it! I thought it gave an excellent background to my time in India and I learned that... - [Langer Hall, Gurdwara Bangla Sahib](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/should-i-go-to-langer-hall-gurdwara-bangla-sahib) - This was a surprise to me, I had no idea what was on the itinerary and when I walked into this place I was amazed. I walked into a wonderful place that provides a plate of food, free of charge, to anyone - no matter the person's faith or where they are from or how - [Gandhi Smriti Museum - Delhi, India](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/gandhi-smriti) - Ghandi, the famous humanitarian, died here. And so in Delhi india, Ghandi's life is honored here at the Gandhi Smriti Museum and we humbly visit it so that... - [Qutub Minar - Should tourists go?](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/qutub-minar) - Qutub Minar is a fantastic fusion of architecture from South Asian influences and Islamic influences - but is it worth a visit when you're in Delhi? Let's... - [Lotus Temple in Delhi](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/lotus-temple-delhi) - I visited the Lotus Temple in Delhi India and I was blown away by the outer architecture of the building, but also elated by what this temple represents. This temple is open to all faiths althrough there are no sermons allowed, no special religious events and no idols or statues, it shines as a place - [Sarnath - The real deal as a Visitor](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/sarnath) - Sarnath - is it worth a visit? In short, it is if you know what you're looking at. Let me explain when you decide to walk around Sarnath and.... - [Do I need a visa to go to....?](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/do-i-need-a-visa-to-go-to) - Do I need a visa? Step 1 - Determine whether the country that you are traveling to requires one from the people of your country. Many countries will allow... - [Where to go in February](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/where-to-go-in-february) - If you’re able to, February is an excellent time of year to travel because all of the typical winter holiday travelers have gone home so you’ll have less... - [The Rubin Museum in NYC](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/rubin-museum-nyc) - Going to the Rubin Museum I felt like I was walking back into my trip to Tibet. I was surrounded by the symbols, statues, art, and feelings of that mountainous, spiritual, unique region and that's the point. The museum showcases artifacts from the entire Himalayas region and they have areas in the museum set up - [Peak Foliage in Central Park](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/autumn-in-central-park) - Our goal is to find out what the best days are for autumn foliage in the various areas of central to southern Central Park through bi-daily walkthroughs (studies) of key areas of the park. This study is for 2022, below 100th street and we will derive patterns for future autumns. This post is continually being - [India - Outlining the trip](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/india-determining-a-schedule) - Having a job in the United States means that I'm limited to a rough maximum of 2 weeks of vacation and I want to optimize that time. This means that we need to decide where we are going to go in India and how we are going to get around. The goal is to create - [Moma - Let’s visit Moma](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/moma-nyc) - The Museum of Modern Art in New York City As a native New Yorker, I’ve been to Moma a number of times. While it always has the amazing Vincent Van Gogh's Starry Night painting, sometimes it feels like it is hit or miss with other exhibits. Is it worth it to visit Moma today? Visiting Moma - [Where to go in January](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/where-to-go-in-january) - Thinking about traveling in January? Here are a couple of great adventurous places that will be a perfect fit for your January trip. The few places listed below are intended to give you a taste of ideal places to go on vacation in January but it is not an exhaustive list. Jackson Hole Wyoming in - [Can we make talking to travelers less annoying?](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/talking-to-travelers) - Speaking to a traveler is often a curious but isolating conversation. Admittedly when we discuss our travels with other people, whether they are big travelers like us or not, it can feel like they aren't interested. We are in the place we are talking about. The people talking to us are simply not. The conversation - [How to Book a Trip to Papua New Guinea](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/booking-png) - When people hear that you're going to Papua New Guinea (PNG), they imagine that you're going to go deep into the jungle and hang out with primitive people. They imagine that you are at great risk on the trip and that being on the trip itself is the hard part. While it can be a - [Let's Hike around Taghkanic Lake in NY](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/lets-hike-around-taghkanic-lake-in-ny) - This 2-hour hike around Taghkanic Lake combines well-marked trails, deep woods, and some easier areas with the background of the beautiful Taghkanic Lake. Wear: Bug spray & sun tan lotion Location: Taghkanic Lake Gallatin NY Length: 5.4 miles, about 2 hours What makes the Taghanic Lake hike special? What makes the Taghanic Lake hike truly - [Bourkes Bakery - Is it any good?](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/bourkes-bakery) - New York City’s Bourkes Bakery was recommended to me when I was discussing with a friend that I wanted to get a nicer than usual croissant and coffee on the morning of my birthday. They strongly recommended going to this bakery despite having never been there themselves, so I would be breaking new ground for - [Shakespeare in the Park - NYC](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/shakespeare-in-the-park) - There are a number of ways to get tickets for Shakespeare in the park. You can get tickets by physically waiting on line or remotely, online via lottery. I have done both, but strongly prefer the physical standing on line experience when it fits my schedule. Getting Free Tickets in the Park This past Friday - [The best place to watch the sunset in the Hudson Valley](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/best-hudson-valley-sunset) - After visiting the Clermont State Historic Site I can say this. It is the easiest to access & best location for sunset in the hudson valley. Why is it so darn good... - [How to Speak Whale - Explorers Club, NYC](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/how-to-speak-whale) - Did you know that you can visit the explorers club in New York City? Yes, the explorers club is dedicated to scientific advances of the natural world and famous firsts, such as the first to the moon - Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, the first to reach the north pole, etc. The Explorers Club holds - [Deciding where to go on a big vacation](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/big-vacation-dsetination) - When I think about a big vacation, I think of “opportunity”. The ability to go on vacation “somewhere” for 2 weeks, means that I don’t need to be too concerned with flight time or time change. A 2 week vacation gives me the freedom to get lost in the world and to take the time - [13 Tips to Master TSA Security](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/get-through-tsa-security-fast) - Get through the TSA security checks as a professional. When I say “as a professional” what this means is that when approaching the luggage security line you get to move through it like you’ve done this a thousand times before. You are a master of the TSA security line. This TSA security check is so - [Labor Day and Memorial Day Travel Sucks](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/labor-day-and-memorial-day-travel-suc) - I know what you’re thinking, it’s just price isn’t it?! Trigger Warning Trigger warning. This is a post complaining about Memorial day and Labor day travels. It does not mean that you shouldn’t go! You should! Just… be aware of what appears below. Getting the day off rules, it makes a wonderful long weekend! Be - [Expanding my dogsledding trip crew](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/expanding-dog-sledding-crew) - If you’ve been reading my blog, then surely you know that… I discovered dogsledding while attempting to avoid visiting a friends town and enlisted him to join the adventure I analyzed and organized where and when we should go dogsledding This is the next chapter. Most of the time when I plan a trip, I - [5 Steps to Getting a Passport in an Emergency](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/emergency-passport-fast) - It's an emergency, You need to travel to a foreign country immediately if no sooner. You can get a passport very fast if you qualify but it's going to take some work on your end. This page is for US passports specifically. Getting a passport fast - Evaluating if you have an official "emergency" If - [How to travel cheaply as a young professional or college grad](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/how-to-travel-cheap) - aka Traveling for college grads / young professionals This blog post is targeted at people who are young enough to want to travel and old enough to spend their own money in achieving it. You could be someone who graduated college recently or maybe you're in a better position. Maybe you're a young professional with - [When to go dog sledding](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/when-to-go-dog-sledding) - In the prior posts, I organized a proposed travel-themed activity of dog sledding in the frigid north to my friend Henry who was excited about the idea. Then I ran through our criteria for the trip and how I organized the information that would work for us. Now I need to settle on when to - [How to get my niece to go on a trip with us](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/niece-vacation-proposal) - Stacey (my wife) and I have been thinking about our niece. We live in New York City, she lives close by in New Jersey with my brother and his wife, and she has a brother as well. My brother is the opposite of me when it comes to travel. He is not adventurous. He does - [Choosing a dog sledding destination](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/dog-sledding-destinatons) - Choosing a destination when traveling with a friend This is a continuation of the travel destination tied to this prior post - “Blog 2 - Traveling with a friend - proposing a destination”. That "destination" is dog sledding. Here we explore our options. In the prior post, I organized a proposed travel-themed activity of dog sledding - [Traveling with a friend - proposing a destination](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/traveling-with-a-friend-proposing-a-destination) - I would categorize this into one topic - travel bucket list planning with a friend Travel bucket list = All the places and travel experiences I want to do before I kick the bucket or get too old to do… I’ve been talking to my friend Henry, who lives in Nashville Tennessee and I was - [Day 15: Hong Kong to home](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/day-15-hong-kong-to-home) - Woke up early, like usual. Hopped the shuttle to the airport and checked my bag in. It now weighs 15 kilos, up from the 9 kilos three day before because essentially everything is in that bag now except meds. Stacey told me to buy a dish towel at one of the shops, which took me - [Day 14: Port Moresby to Hong Kong](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/day-14-port-moresby-to-hong-kong) - Woke up at 5:30am I hung out and repacked my carry-on to only what I will need for hung Kong and home. At 7, I knew that the pool opened and I wanted to be there. So I put my bathing suit on and headed out. But I stopped in that little lobby area by - [Day 13: Lake Murray to Mount Hagan to Port Moresby - Papua New Guinea](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/day-13-lake-murray-to-mount-hagan-to-port-moresby-papua-new-guinea) - Woke up at 5am Enjoyed crickets and bird sounds. I\'m relaxed, I\'m ready to travel. Hit breakfast at 7:30am then sat on the porch. I\'ve been gifted a cool day. A day where I won\'t need suntan lotion even while waiting on an open field. I enjoy the view, the quiet, the coffee until about - [Takeaways from Lake Murray - Papua New Guinea](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/takeaways-from-lake-murray-papua-new-guinea) - This had the reputation of being the most remote place that you can get to efficiently (by plane). It\'s only been accessible in this way for about 2-3 years. 1. Nothing is sold for tourists! There are no stores, no market stalls, no nothing being sold for tourists. The markets sell food, that\'s it. The - [Day 12: Remote tribes in Lake Murray - Papua New Guinea](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/day-12-remote-tribes-in-lake-murray-papua-new-guinea) - Lake Murray Papua New Guinea - today in this remote region, we meet tribes that live along Lake Murray. Tribes who have not met a white person for a long time - [Day 10: Arrival at lake Murray - Papua New Guinea](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/day-10-arrival-at-lake-murray-papua-new-guinea) - I woke up at 4am. There\'s no lights in my karawari lodge room till 6 so I use my phone flashlight to get to the bathroom and back into bed, under the mosquito netting. I rest up until I see just a bit of light coming in. It\'s nice lying here listening to the jungle - [Day 11: Lake Murray bird watching](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/day-11-lake-murray-bird-watching) - I woke up at 3:30am - well before my alarm for my 5:30 birding departure. I put everything into my suitcase and locked it up, applied sun lotion and deet and put on my dirty clothes ,- my laundry will be ready for pickup at 7am - can\'t wait! I\'m relaxed but ready early and - [Takeaways from Karawari](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/takeaways-from-karawari) - The children are so excited to see us that they run along the shoreline or jump into the water to get close to us to make an impact Some villages seem quite true to how they actually live. Few villages seem to have a shtick that makes the visit focused primarily on selling goods. The - [Day 9: karawari tribes day 2](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/day-9-karawari-tribes-day-2) - I wake up sticky from the humidity in my bed at 5am. The mosquito netting held up overnight, I didn\'t go under the covers to avoid the heat. Killed a few mosquitos after applying deet. Watched the sunrise and prepared for my day. Breakfast at 8am - fruit and a small omlette. I specifically asked - [Day 8: karawari tribes, first day](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/day-8-karawari-tribes-first-day) - Woke up at 6:15 hearing the lovely sounds of the nearby bird population. So I recorded it! I killed 2 mosquitos that found their way into my room and applied suntan lotion then deet. The nozzle broke off my deet so now I just dump it into my hand and apply it that way. It\'s - [Day 7: karawari arrival and sago making - Papua New Guinea](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/day-7-karawari-arrival-and-sago-making-papua-new-guinea) - Woke up at 5am for my 6:30am departure. My alarm didn\'t wake me up though, I woke up naturally at 4:30 My bags are packed so I made a coffee and tea. And I was able to connect with Stacey and my dad! Stacey told me not to finish the coffee so I didn\'t. I - [Day 6: Mount Hagan tribes, day 2 - Papua New Guinea](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/day-6-mount-hagan-tribes-day-2-papua-new-guinea) - This morning I sat on my patio and watched the sunrise over the valley and mountains while drinking 2 cups of coffee and 2 cups of tea. Since it was still a bit chilly I took a hot shower afterwards to warm up. I skipped breakfast because I already had too much to drink this - [Day 5: Mount Hagan first round of tribes - Papua New Guinea](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/mount-hagan-tribes) - Fruit breakfast - straight from the source! They grow it just below where I\'m sleeping. Banana, 2 passion fruits, popo (looks like cantaloupe), Mogi tribe is the first one. One of the biggest tribes in the city. New words that I learned today Kandayo = bye Likim-you = I like you Jika tribe is the - [Day 4: Getting to mount Hagan - Papua New Guinea](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/day-4-getting-to-mount-hagan) - Mount Hagan (provided like Hagan in haagen-daz) Woke up again at 3:30am to go to the car that would get me to my 6:20am flight from Rabaul to Port Moresby. I learned to grab my bag quickly from the vehicle in order to beat all the other families and couples to the front of the - [Day 1: Hong Kong to Rabaul - Papua New Guinea](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/day-1-hong-kong-to-rabaul) - I just left Stacey at the Hong Kong hotel and I am a bit nervous. maybe it\'s just travel anxiety and maybe it\'s because I\'ll miss her or maybe it\'s both. I am so lucky that she pushes me to do things that I want to do! When I left I got on an airport - [Day 3: Rabaul hiking volcano and town exploration with a surprise tech issue - Papua New Guinea](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/day-3-rabaul-hiking-volcano-and-town-exploration-with-a-surprise-tech-issue) - My guide was 20 minutes late in picking me up, so instead of 4:45am I got on the road at 5:05. We left so early to beat the heat given this mornings activity. Bumpy road. Every car we pass on local roads the goddess stop to say a quick hello I was eaded to rabual, - [Day 2: Mask festival - Rabaul, Papua New Guinea](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/mask-festival-first-day-rabaul) - I woke up to my first full day in Kokopo at 4:00 a.m. to see "know" which is when the Tolai up people of the East New Britain Providence paddle over from another island in canoes to the shore of Kokopo Beach. It drums were beating heavily and I saw two canoes one through left - [Visiting Banaras Hindu University Park - Varanasi](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/banaras-hindu-university) - What's it like to visit Banaras Hindu University as a tourist? Is it worth your time to go there when you're in Varanasi? All your questions answered + Pictures - [Ganges Boat Ride - What's it Like?](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/varanasi-ganges-boat-ride) - One of the classic things to do in Varanasi is to take a sunrise Ganges boat ride down the Ganges River. Let me lay it out for you to see if its worth your time - [Evening Prayer Varanasi @ the Ganges River](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/evening-prayer-varanasi-the-ganges-river) - Being at the evening prayer at the Ganges River in Varanasi India is actually pretty stunning! The crowd of people that gather is larger than the world's largest arena, all for the act of evening prayer. I was shocked that so many people attended but I was also taken by the 5 platforms where the - [Varanasi, Ganges River - Sights on the Ghats](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/varanasi-ganges-river) - The Ganges River is where the action is in Varanasi, India. It is the ultimate pilgrimage location for Hindus. Happily, walking along the river through... - [Jaipur Cooking Class - @ home in India - with recipies](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/jaipur-cooking-class) - While I was excited to take a cooking class in Jaipur, what I found so much more interesting and valuable to me was being the way that I felt integrated into the family dinner. After cooking, sitting around the diner table with the parents to my left and the older children to my right I - [Patrika Gate - Don't waste your time unless...](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/patrika-gate) - I know what you're thinking - why would I want to skip Patrika Gate? Even I agree that it is phenomenal to see it with my own eyes, but the issue is.... - [Riding Elephants to Amber Palace](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/riding-elephants-to-amber-palace) - When I first heard of the Elephant ride up to Amber Palace, I wondered if it was something I should truly do. I know that Elephants have a reputation of being used and abused by their owners and I prefer my Elephants like I prefer my coffee - FREE. In my research I learned that - [Where to go in July](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/where-to-go-in-july) - Unique destinations for July -- Stunning beaches, vibrant festivals, cultural experiences. Here's where to go in July for that unforgettable vacation experience - [Jaipur's Stepwell - Panna Meena Ka Kund](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/jaipur-stepwell-panna-meena-ka-kund) - The most convenient to see stepwell is the panna meena ka kund, Jaipur Stepwell. It is in the heart of Jaipur's tourist area and requies only a .... - [Visiting a Snake Charmer in Jaipur, India](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/snake-charmer) - I experience a Jaipur snake charmer with an up-close-and-personal encounter with a snake charmers cobra, their heritage & consider the conflicts of the practice - [Hawa Mahal - The PINKest Part Of The Pink City](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/hawa-mahal) - Hawa Mahal, also known as the palace of the winds, is truly beautiful when seen in person. It's made from red and pink sandstone and encourages Jaipurs reput... - [Jal Mahal, Water Palace - Jaipur](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/water-palace) - When I first saw Jaipur's Water Palace, also known as Jal Mahal, I was stunned. There it was, jutting out of the middle of Man Sagar Lake and nestled between... - [Are Ranthambore National Park Safaris Worth It?](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/is-ranthambore-national-park-safaris-worth-it) - The safaris in India are famous for their Bengal tigers. In Ranthambore National park there's a 25% chance of seeing a tiger each safari, so... - [An Ode to Long, Hard Travel Days](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/ode-to-hard-travel-days) - I have this craving, this unending desire to go to the hard to get to places, to see those things that most people would avoid due to how troublesome it is to.. - [Double-decker tree bridge and rainbow falls hike in Cherrapunji](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/hike-to-tree-root-bridges) - I walk you through the hike down to the double-decker tree root bridges in Cherrapunji. It's more than the 3,000 steps that they claim, & well worth trek - [The Waterfalls, Sacred Forest and Cave Trail - From Shillong to Cherrapunji India](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/shillong-cherapunji-drive) - Little did I know that the drive from Shillong to Cherrapunji would be so filled with such interesting and unique experiences that each one of them would be etched into my memory without a single location being forgettable. After my lightning round of 2 days in Aurangabad visiting both ancient locations of Ellora Caves and - [High Tea at "the atrium" in the Imperial Palace in Delhi India](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/high-tea-at-the-atrium-in-the-imperial-palace-in-delhi-india) - I was looking for a nice place to hang out and chill on my first jet-lagged day in Delhi. Lo, and behold "The Atrium" at the Imperial Palace Hotel. The Atrium - [Exploring Old Delhi - Delhi India](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/old-delhi) - Monkeys scurrying overhead, the smells of food being prepared, the crowds filling the thin streets which are peppered overhead with exposed wires... - [Why doesn't my ATM card work in this country?](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/why-doesnt-my-atm-card-work-in-this-country) - It's one of a traveler's greatest fears. They arrive at a country's international airport and the ATM machine won't give them cash in the local currency. What do you do? How do you get money for your trip? Let me tell you, I've been there and when you're at that moment it is scary. For - [3 Best Carry On Luggage in 2023](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/best-3-carry-on-luggage-2023) - The best carry on luggage 2023 - Our list prioritizes affordable, light, and properly sized luggage for airlines. - [3 best affordable personal item carry-ons 2023](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/3-best-personal-items-2023) - Typically airlines limit the weight of the bags you put under the plane, and your carry-on itself but there is a bag that you bring on the plane which is typically NOT weighed. These bags are known as "Personal items" and they range from a large purse to a medium size backpack to a laptop - [Where to go in June](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/where-to-go-in-june) - Get motivated on where to go in June. Here, we provide you with inspiration with a set of recommended destinations and their pictures. So now that June is... - [The Roller Coaster Metaphor - Handle Nervousness Pre-flight](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/roller-coaster-metaphor) - Use the Roller Coaster Metaphor to handle travel nervousness. This post digs into this metaphor as it applies to an upcoming 3 week's trip to India - [Why isn't the Biltmore Estate in Video Games?](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/biltome-estate) - What if the Biltmore Estate was a main feature in a video game? We explore how the Biltmore would be perfect in games like Hitman, Farcy, Resident evil & +++ - [Packing for a trip](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/packing-for-a-trip) - At this phase of packing for a trip, you're thinking about all the things you don't want to forget and most likely worrying about it! - [4 Tips to Survive a Crowded Airport](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/survive-crowded-airport) - Stuck in a crowded airport? Feeling anxious? These 4 tips will have you chillaxing in no time, no matter how busy the airport is. - [Where to go in May](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/where-to-go-in-may) - Where to go in May - Thinking about going on vacation in May? Let's talk about some places that you can visit to help inspire you on planning your next trip... - [Where to go in April](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/where-to-go-in-april) - 9 Ideal places to travel in April -- Spring is blooming throughout the northern hemisphere. Let's chat about where to go in April. - [Poets walk - A calm hike in the Hudson Valley](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/poets-walk-hudson-valley) - Poets walk is an ideal place for a simple, mostly bug free, mostly easy hike to a scenic westerly view of the hudson river. It also provides an alternative, secondary path you can follow to the “summer home” that begins midway through the hike and goes through some serious woods. Location: 76 River Rd, Red - [Changing currency & optimizing credit cards for travel](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/exchange-currency-on-vacation) - So, you’re headed on vacation to a country and you need the best way to get your hands on their currency. First of all, that’s awesome. Whether you’re headed to a foreign country or you’ve already arrived, we dive into the best ways to get your currency changed and how to minimize credit card spending - [11 things to do before you get to your destination](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/when-you-first-arrive) - You’ve just arrived at your destination, now what? When you first arrive at your destination you will be filled with many emotions from feeling drained to incredible excitement and perhaps a little fear that you aren’t sure what to do next. On this page we give you the ## things that you should do when - [12 ways to stay safe while traveling](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/stay-safe-while-traveling) - If you're traveling solo or with a partner safety should be a concern. Taking a few steps to enhance how you're seen by others can help you to stay safe while traveling. My father would be proud of this post because he is always very worried for me when I travel. If you take these - [5 Ways to Make Friends while Traveling](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/make-friends-while-traveling) - When we travel we often find ourselves in places among people who are also traveling the world. I’ve found that the travel community is a wildly friendly set of people. In my journeys after briefly talking to other travelers, I have been invited to dinner with them, to drink with them, to do an activity - [Booking Safaris and a Hotel in Ranthambore India](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/booking-safaris-ranthambore) - We booked our tickets to India and we outlined the trip to India, now we want to focus on what we think could be the most competitively booked part of the trip. The Safari in Ranthambore National Park. There are some big challenges in India that we mainly don't need to worry about elsewhere. Most - [What to do when your flight is canceled](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/what-to-do-when-your-flight-is-cancelled) - Oh no, you're flight's been cancelled! Now what? First, try to chill out. Whatever you do keeping your head on your shoulders will help you to make out fine. - [Booking the Ranthambore Safari - part 2](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/booking-the-ranthambore-safari-part-2) - Ranthambore safari, India - where we hope to see Bengal Tigers and other less publicized wild creatures & landscapes. Chances of seeing a Bengal Tiger in Ran... - [How to turn a bad travel experience into a good one?](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/improve-bad-experiences) - It sucks when things don't go according to plan while you're traveling, but you can make a bad travel experience into a good one with these little steps - [What to do on each Galapagos Island](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/what-to-do-on-each-galapagos-island) - What to do in Bartolomé Island, Galapagos The most famous thing to see on this island is Pinnacle Rock, a neat rock formation that defines the look of this island. In addition, there is lava formations both above and below the water, a great panoramic view after a short hike to the top of Pinnacle - [How to Plan a Trip to the Galapagos](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/planning-galapagos) - The Galapagos is a special place full of birds, iguanas, sea lions and tons of water creatures. When you go to the Galapagos, you are going to be exploring the various islands geology and alcoves each day often observing the unique animals that live on each island and diving into the ocean to spend time - [3 Awesome Remote Locations in India](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/remote-india-locations) - I have been given the opportunity to go much deeper into India where I can see and experience the culture well outside of usual tourist locations. These 3 ... - [Planning Cherrapunji and Aurangabad](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/planning-cherrapunji-and-aurangabad) - I had been considering 3 places to explore that are well off the beaten track, namely the Thar Desert, Cherrapunji and Aurangabad. After much deliberation... - [Where to go in March](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/where-to-go-march) - You need inspiration for your March vacation! Get some ideas on where to go in March with these 10 great places to visit in March. - [Let's make your long layover great](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/what-can-i-do-on-a-long-layover) - A long layover can either make you stuck or free. Let's explore your options and help you organize a better layover experience. - [How to get kicked off a flight, ruining it for the rest of us](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/ruin-a-flight) - Airline passengers who behave badly have been duck taped to their seat, removed from a plane, added to the no-fly lists and jailed! We review a few cases... ## Pages - [Indian Desert - HALWA - Jaipur Cooking Class](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/indian-desert-halwa-jaipur-cooking-class) - This recipe comes from my "home cooking class in Jaipur" Ingredients 1 bowl wheat flour 1 bowl ghee 1 bowl sugar 1 bowl of water Some dry fruits (as per your liking) It's optional How to Cook - Halwa Heat ghee in a pan, add wheat flour and fry till it turns into brown colour. - [Chicken Jaipuri - Jaipur Cooking Class](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/chicken-jaipuri-jaipur-cooking-class) - This recipe comes from my "home cooking class in Jaipur" Ingredients 1kg chicken (boiler ) 1 " ginger piece 2 tbsp garlic Make a paste of ginger, garlic & keep it aside 1 cup curd 4 tsp coriander powder 1 tsp turmeric powder ½ tsp chilly powder Marinate the chicken/ boiler with the above mentioned - [Carrot & Peas Vegetable - Jaipur Cooking Class](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/carrot-peas-vegetable-jaipur-cooking-class) - This recipe comes from my "home cooking class in Jaipur" INGREDIENTS 1. Fresh carrots 1/2 kg 2.Fresh peas 250 gram 3. Medium size 2 onions (finely chopped) 4. 7-8 cloves of garlic (grounded) 5. Red chilly powder 1/2 tea spoon 6. Turmeric powder 1/2 tea spoon 7. Coriander powder 2 tea spoon 8. Salt to - [Indian Ginger Tea - Jaipur Cooking Class](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/indian-ginger-tea-jaipur-cooking-class) - This recipe comes from my "home cooking class in Jaipur" Ingredients (For 2 people) 1 cup water 1/2 an inch ginger grated 1 cup milk 2 tsp tea leaves How to Cook Indian Ginger Tea Heat water in a pan & let it boil. Once boiled add grated ginger to it. When properly boiled add - [Spiced Lentil Recipe from Jaipur](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/spiced-lentil-recipe-from-jaipur) - This recipe comes from my "home cooking class in Jaipur" Ingredients 1 bowl moong lentil (yellow) 1/2 tsp tumeric powder 1 tsp salt or as per your taste Few curry leaves 1/2 tsp cumin seeds 1/4 hing or aestofoida 2tsp ghee or clarified butter How to Cook Jaipur Lentil Wash the lentil & put it - [Pea Rice Recipe](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/pea-rice-recipe) - This recipie comes from my "home cooking class in Jaipur" Ingredients required 1. One & half cup long Basmati rice 2. Half bowl fresh peas 3. Two full tablespoon groundnut oil 4. Whole spices ( 2 bay leaves, 2 cloves,1 black cardamom, 4-5 black pepper) 5. Salt( to taste) 6. 1 medium size onion finely - [Why I'm Trust-worthy for Travel Advice](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/why-trust-me-for-travel-advice) - Just who is "Adam the Adventurer" anyway?! Adam the Adventurer - Who is he? Most travel blogs focus solely on the destination, this blog focuses on traveling when you work for a living. That’s right! I work Monday through Friday AND travel which can be a complicated mix. I'm your neighborhood adventurer, that person who - [Contact Adam](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/contact-adam) - Email me! - [Foliage Pictures at Hallett Nature Sanctuary](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/foliage-pictures-at-hallett-nature-sanctuary) - On this page, I document the best foliage photo spots at the hidden Hallett Nature Sanctuary in central park and show my best foliage pictures to date. To the left, I attempt to show the top 2 photo spots for the Sheep Meadow in central park. The trails in this area of the park is - [Foliage Pictures at Sheep Meadow Central Park](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/foliage-pictures-at-sheep-meadow-central-park) - On this page, I document the best foliage photo spots at Sheep Meadow in central park and show my best foliage pictures to date. To the left, you can see the top 2 photo spots for the Sheep Meadow in central park. Separately, I've documented when to visit Central Park's Foliage to visit at optimal - [Foliage Pictures at Central Park's "the Ramble"](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/foliage-pictures-at-central-parks-the-ramble) - On this page, I document the best foliage photo spots at the Ramble and show my best foliage pictures to date in this spot. To the left, you can see the top 6 photo spots for the the pond in central park. Separately, I've documented when to visit Central Park's Foliage to visit at optimal - [Central Park's "The Pond" Foliage Pictures](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/foliage-pictures-at-central-parks-the-pond) - On this page, I document the best foliage photo spots at the Pond and show my best foliage pictures to date in this spot. To the left, you can see the top 6 photo spots for the the pond in central park. Separately, I've documented when to visit Central Park's Foliage to visit at optimal - [Privacy Policy](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/privacy-policy-2) - Last updated: November 10, 2022 This Privacy Policy describes Our policies and procedures on the collection, use and disclosure of Your information when You use the Service and tells You about Your privacy rights and how the law protects You. We use Your Personal data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, - [Foliage Pictures at Central Park's Literary Walk](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/foliage-literary-walk-by-date) - On this page, I document the best foliage photo spots on the literary walk and also dive into the foliage by date. To the left, you can see the top 5 photo spots for the literary walk in central park. 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Here we list out those travel strategies that we have honed over decades in short articles to help you get through your adventures. - [Travel in New York](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/category/travel-in-new-york) - [New York City](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/category/new-york-city) - New York City is my home but it is also a huge tourist destination. I often go to places and do things that interest NYC tourists, so in those special occasions I list interesting places to go and things to do. - [Traveling to Papua New Guinea](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/category/papua-new-guinea) - Traveling to Papua New Guinea. This section contains not only my trip to the inner depths of Papua New Guinea but also information on HOW to set up a trip like this one. I travelled to Rabaul, Mount Hagan, the Karawari River and Lake Murray regions. I met a ton of different local tribes and got to experience their amazing cultures. - [where to go by month](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/category/where-to-travel-in-each-month-of-the-year) - This set of inspirational articles lists, according to the month of the year, some places that are at their ideal time to travel to - [India](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/category/india) - When I first thought of going to India, I didn’t know what to expect. As I researched India, I learned how challenging the country could be for a foreigner. There is a lot to look out for. However the excitement of where I would go, and what I would see in India soon overcame my worries and I researched, scheduled, and am going to both the top sites in India and the most remote amazing locations in India - [Galapagos](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/category/galapagos) - Planning a Galapagos trip can be daunting but once you get there it is amazing. Where else in the world but the Ecuadorian Galapagos can you see and interact with so many wild creatures? I snorkeled with Sea Lions, Sharks, Giant Turtles and Octopus. I walked alongside giant Iguanas, Penguins, and Blue Footed Boobies (a bird). This is how I researched, planned, scheduled and went on my trip to the Galapagos - [Ancient Locations](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/category/ancient-locations) - Whether it’s off the beaten track or in the middle of a city, ancient locations are part of our wonderful travel world. - [North Carolina - Asheville](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/category/north-carolina-asheville) - [Video Game Locations](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/category/video-game-locations) ## Tags - [About](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/tag/about) - [travel](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/tag/travel) - [friends](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/tag/friends) - [planning](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/tag/planning) - [destination](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/tag/destination) - [Dog Sledding in Minnesota](https://www.adamtheadventurer.com/tag/dog-sledding) - Dog sledding in Minnesota? Who would go somewhere that is epically colder than where they are in the middle of winter? This guy. 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