South East Asia
While every other traveler seems to “discover” it in their 20s on a gap year, for us Pakistani’s South East Asia is the only destination relatively easy to travel to. So I’ve been lucky enough to have family holidays in Thailand, beach days in Malaysia even as a kid. Fast forward to my nomadic life, and Vietnam and Cambodia became my first stops after quitting my job (no surprise there).
It’s a region where motorbikes outnumber people, where every street smells like something delicious or unidentifiable, and where history lingers in every corner.Jungle temples, vibrant cities, and endless beaches—Southeast Asia is full of surprises at every turn.
Vietnam
South Asia
South Asia is home—messy, beautiful, unapologetically brown home. I grew up in Pakistan, where the streets are loud, the chai is endless, and there’s always someone ready to welcome you with open arms (and a plate of biryani). It’s the kind of place where you’re just as likely to find serenity in the mountains of Hunza as you are chaos in the bazaars of Lahore. Here, I don’t have to explain myself—this is where my roots are, my soul feels settled, and the colors of life are brighter than anywhere else.
