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“Ruminations” means thinking something over carefully. It’s also what cows do: chewing their cud. I’m the cow, chewing over my thoughts about what I see and experience before I sit down and write about them. Rachel’s Ruminations is a travel blog focused on independent travel with an emphasis on cultural and historical sites. I also occasionally write about my life in the Netherlands, as well as reviews of hotels, resorts, cruises, tours, etc. Thank you for visiting!
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Cruising the Turkish coast with Sailnstay: A review
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UNESCO sites in Delhi: Everything you need to know
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A visit to Amber Fort outside of Jaipur, Rajasthan
Amber Fort outside of Jaipur is both a formidable fortress and an elegant palace. Read all about it here, with tips for visiting.
Travel XS review: Tailor-made tours of India
A review of Travel XS, an Indian boutique tour agency that arranges tailor-made tours. The quality of our samples – two hotels and four tours – was excellent.
Havelis in Jaisalmer
Havelis are a form of architecture common in Rajasthan, but the havelis in Jaisalmer are particularly beautiful. Read about what makes them special and which to visit on your trip to Jaisalmer.
Agra UNESCO sites: Which should you visit?
All three UNESCO sites in Agra, India, plus one extra recommended thing to see, with advice for if you are short of time.