Traveling in India, you will likely find yourself on at least one bus so decrepit with a driver so insane, you'll be convinced you won't survive the journey, so I suppose it's only fitting that your last ride ever be on a converted public bus. At least that's what they use in Canacona, Goa. The rest of India, being mostly Hindu or Muslim, is probably different. I've realized I … [Read more...]
Thanks to the Nazis, Swastik Products Will Never Sell in the West
Swastik, meaning 'auspicious' or 'lucky' is a common given name in India and there are countless businesses that carry it. So thanks Nazis, for forever ruining a good word and a cool-looking symbol. Oh, and killing millions of people in a pathetic attempt to conquer the world. But mostly the symbol. Assholes. … [Read more...]
Dear Hawkers in Goa: I WANT NOTHING!!
"I want nothing…." The second most common phrase you'll hear in Goa and in any other touristy area of India really. The reason for this, of course, is the most common phrase, "Hello my friend, you buy __________." Whether you're lounging on the beach, sitting in a restaurant, browsing shops or basically doing anything other than sitting in the dark in your room, hawkers … [Read more...]
Billboard for Anti-Pollution Lotion
Sunscreen? Let the smog handle the sun's rays and just get yourself some anti-pollution lotion instead. … [Read more...]
Holy Cows on the Beaches of Goa
Without a doubt, the happiest cows on earth live in Goa, India. They live a charmed life, spending their days sunning themselves on some of the most beautiful beaches around and, as holy animals, they face little danger of becoming a steak or a burger. While other Indian cows wake up and begin foraging through India's filthy and congested streets for their morning meal, … [Read more...]