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"Always take the scenic route"

I'm Shivani Sharma, a travel journalist and eye doctor born in the heart of India-Delhi and raised in the beautiful state of California. I love to share my travel stories, taking you through my often last minute raw travel itineraries, and share my perspective as an eye care provider on how to see the world better! Grab some coffee, hang around...

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Seeing the bluest blues in Banff, Alberta

Banff is one of those places that you truly have to visit to believe how beautiful it is. Nestled in the Canadian rockies, this city is...

Mar 13, 20231 min read

Turks and Caicos Feb 2026- oh the craziness of this trip will not be forgotten. So much, that it has taken me some time to post about it! But this is the sole reason I created this page so here we are:)

I’ve never really considered travel being hard.. not until experiencing a cancelled flight, travel chaos, then a lost bag for a trip that you’ve been planning months for. Nothing about this trip was smooth.

Despite the hardships and after having processed the most crazy travel experience with a toddler, I am filled with gratitude of experiencing reality of a long dream in my mind- walking on Grace Bay Beach, what is known as the world’s best beach, where the shallow waters go beyond where the eyes can see, the white sand which feels like flour, because it’s that soft. The water truly as clear as glass and the color of it a combo of aquamarine, turquoise, and sapphire.

Really a piece of heaven on earth and feeling so lucky to have experienced it with family 💙

Reminiscing a cute beach moment at the end of 2025. Nice to meet you 2026 🤍

#beautifuldestinations #letsgoplaces #beautifulplaces #photography #oregoncoast

if 2025 asked me to trust the process 2026 will show me why 🤍🎶🎂

Had a New Year’s party with dressing up, a gratitude cake, dancing, good food, and a count down which ended at 8 pm but it still felt like midnight to me!! ❤️🎉🎶

Views of the Oregon coast, Thai food, toddler tantrums, and admiring this massive rock in the ocean=ingredients of Thanksgiving 2025. Imperfectly perfect 🤍🦃

#travelphotography #cannonbeach #oregoncoastline #beautifuldestinations #travel

I protect the family. Leave it with me

#newyork #fall #fallinnewyork #empirestatebuilding #beautiful #beautifuldestinations

Our 2 day itinerary for a kid friendly Halloween trip to NY!!

1. Trick or treating in the upper east side👌🏽
2. Lunch at Cafe Maud(great mocktails too!)
3. Best baked goods at michaeli bakery 🥐
4. Bryant park carousel and Christmas market 🎠
5. Central Park(best playground for kids!)
6. Late night ice cream cones at Van Leeuwen 🍦
7. Views at the New York Times building 🗽
8. Coffee at Maman ☕️
9. Leisurely walking through Times Square
7. Rooftop views of all of Manhattan from your sisters place! Bonusss

I’ve been to NY 3 times in my life so far but nothing compared to seeing it through my daughter’s eyes! She LOVED NY.

Special thanks to my sisters for showing me around!!

@vanleeuwenicecream
@_mamannyc_
@cafemaud

#travelphotography #newyorkfall #beautifuldestination #indiantraveller #newyork

Welcome to New York, welcome to New York 🎶

#newyork #eastcoast #beautifuldestinations #travelphotography #fallinnewyork

Happy Halloween from the Upper East Side XOXO🎃
- Te Fiti

#halloweeen #halloweeninnyc #tefitimoana #halloweenvibes #uppereastsidenyc

Reminder it’s ok to stop running, slow down, and look up❤️🍁🧡

#beautifuldestinations #travelphotography #washington #letsgoplaces #beautifulplaces #fall

Take us back to España <3

#travelphotography #travel #beautifuldestinations #spain

It’s a beautiful day to listen to Taylor Swift ✨

#travelphotography #beautifuldestinations #travel #taylorswift #lifeofashowgirl

Walking around the Washington mountains- a warm sunny day, snow on the ground, mid July. An interesting combo 🏔️☀️❄️

#travelphotography #beautifuldestinations #washington #indiantraveller #letsgoplaces #photography #beautifulplaces #mountain #mtbakersnoqualmienationalforest

Ferry rides are for doggos too 🐶

#ferry #sanjuanislands #summer #washington #travelphotography #beautifuldestinations #travel

My word of the day=influence. So I thought to come onto Instagram and post after a while😂

If someone starts eating a crisp, red apple on the train, research shows people around them start craving one too.

Influence.

#forest #august #cabin #summer #mtbaker #mtbakersnoqualmienationalforest #cabinlife

Just some happy guys showing us around in their world of blues🐳🐋🌊

Such a cool experience getting to spend the whole day on a sailboat following the course of orcas and spending time with them.

#orcas #whalewatching #travelphotography #beautifuldestinations #sanjuan #travel #sanjuanislands #washington #placestovisit #whalewatch

Found a cozy little coffee place, tucked away in the mountains. ☕️⛰️

#travelphotography #beautifuldestinations #travel #washington #letsgoplaces #photography #beautifulplaces #letsgoplaces

My baby is TWO today!
How did this day come so fast?!?
The moon of my life, my sun and stars 🤍

This feeling is priceless ✨

#travelphotography #beautifuldestinations #indiantraveller #europe #takemeback #placestogo #spain #love #inlove

Finally got the chance to hike an actual hike in WA.

It was a combination of a perfect last minute plan coming together on Saturday morning and the company of some new hiker friends with the support of my family, especially my daughter who loves seeing me accomplish my goals. even though I had a million tasks and to dos in my head, I decided it was now or never. My friend sent me the all trails route but I just didn’t look. to my surprise, the hike was mostly uphill and by the time I was nearing the max elevation gain, I knew I was significantly under prepared. After taking my 59th break on the trail and slowing everyone down, I started wondering if it was worth it and if I should just head back. But with some external and internal cheering(thanks @renukasrishti ), I pushed on and saw this incredible view from the top. We spent 20 minutes sitting and admiring the views and chatting about life and getting to know each other at the summit. 4.2 miles later, back at the bottom, I took a huge breath, smiled to myself, and decided this hike was the best decision I’ve made in a while. we hydrated and took off to get some Indian food. I don’t think there’s anything better for me mentally than challenging myself physically and coming out on the other side.
Sooo where should I go on my next hike?

#travelphotography #beautifuldestinations #indiantravelblogger #travel #washington #letsgoplaces #photography #beautifulplaces

It’s true when they say “your thirties are when you meet yourself again- and this time, you stay.”

#travelphotography #beautifuldestinations #indiantraveller #letsgoplaces #europe #spain #beautifulplaces #photography #placestosee

I truly do love capturing the perfect photo and documenting with videos but sometimes it’s just not worth it and some moments are better just felt. Despite that, i still felt like posting this very real video of being at this completely unforgettable place with 900 other people. 😅

#europe #travel #travelphotos #travelphotography #beautifulplaces #beautifuldestinations #spain

Me, my backpack, and Barcelona ❤️

#barcelona #throwback #europe #travel #beautifuldestinations #placestogo #spain #vivirmivida❤️

Slow 2 days in Paris-itinerary

1. Eiffel Tower- there’s so much to do in the area! Soak in the sights, get lunch with epic views of the tower, picnic at Champ de Mars, and take the elevator to the summit!
2. Jardin de Luxembourg: picnic, toddler friendly playgrounds, and a vintage carousel!
3. Louvre- beautiful grounds to explore

And of course, these areas are flooded with amazing restaurants/cafes

#travelphotography #beautifuldestinations #travel #paris #indiantraveller #france #letsgoplaces #bestcitiesofeurope

Fun fact: Many prominent Parisians considered the Eiffel Tower an “eyesore” when it was first made. In fact, I read that a writer named Guy de Maupassant, “famously dined at the restaurant inside the tower—not because he liked it, but because it was the only place in Paris where he didn’t have to see the tower.”

It’s crazy to think that this iconic beauty was called ugly. So grateful to have gone up to the summit to see all of Paris. Also made for a great place for a toddler nap! 😅 a funny story to remember ❤️🗼

#eiffeltowerparis #paristravel #beautifuldestinations #travel #france #travelphotography #worldphotography #beautifulplaces

Sunset at the Louvre.
A beautiful memory safely kept in my pocket for later use<3

#louvremuseum #paris #grateful #beautifuldestinations #parisvibes #goldenhour

I get to be her mom <3 🙏

#beautifuldestinations #pariswithmylove❤️ #familytravels #feelinggrateful

Bonjour, carbs🥐.. whoops I mean Paris 👋🏽@meilleurcroissantdeparis

#croissant🥐 #paris #france #dreamdestination #lifeinpari #travelphotography #bonjour #beautifuldestinations

Cherry blossom season.🌸 it’s crazy over here. Everyone is excited and waiting eagerly toward the end of March of which day the bloom will be. There is a live streaming webcam of the famous UW cherry blossoms on the quad. I love it and wish we as the human race spent more time on these type of wholesome events day to day.

So worth it to catch the bloom!

#travelphotography #beautifuldestinations #indiantravelblogger #indiantraveller #travel #washington #letsgoplaces #washington #letsgoplaces

Bluebird day ⛷️☀️❄️

#skiing #perfectweather☀️ #ski #washington #letsgosomewhere #snoquolmie #snoquolmiepass #travel

Last weekend, I pretended that I lived in the snow ❄️🤍

#snoquolomie #beautifuldestinations #washington #indiantravelblogger #travelphotography #explore #letsgoplaces #snow #snowlife

Reminiscing on the most beautiful day last month. I love the way my daughter pronounces Cancún, she says “kan coooo” where the end just keeps going. 😂 they say children don’t have memories and remember this early but I swear every time I say Cancún she replies back with swimming. I’m convinced she remembers!

When the beach gets a snow day. Life throws some unexpected combos sometimes..and it’s pretty amazing.

Experienced my first snow day living in a place where it snows. I’ve never had that before. The moment of opening my curtains at 7 am and looking at my neighborhood covered in white was special, dreamy. Stepping in slush and trying not to slip in my scrubs was the opposite of dreamy. But nevertheless, it’s so underrated to experience seasons. Each season has so much to offer and admire. ❄️🍁🌸☀️I’m grateful to be experiencing this for the first time.

#travelphotography #washington #snowatthebeach #indiantraveller #beautifuldestinations #winterwonderland #travel #photography

Explored one of the most biodiverse ecosystems in the world in Cancun last week. Cruising through the winding lush mangrove forests was a very unique experience that I will cherish for a lifetime.

#travelphotography #cancun #cancunmexico #travel #indiantravelblogger #mexico #beautifuldestinations #letsgoplaces #photography

It’s hard to explain in words what it means for me to have the ability to get out into nature and leave the everyday behind. There’s nothing like absorbing the beauty of the world around you and it brings out the best version of myself and experience true joy of being alive. This world is so big and our lives so short. My dream is to one day just be on the move full time but until then, the daily grind is what allows me to go to beautiful places like this.

Loved this area of Mexico! Cancun took my breath away and some very core memories were made with our daughter!

@fiestamericanacondesa @cancun

#travelphotography #cancun #indiantraveller #indiantravelblogger #beautifuldestinations #mexico #travelblog #traveldiaries

Hello from paradise 💙🦋

#travelphotography #cancun #beautifuldestinations #dreamdestinations #indianphotography #carribeansea #mexico #travel

Yesterday, I felt the snow fall on New Year’s Day. ❄️

I looked closely and observed a new layer of white, erasing the previous messiness and marks and dirt on the ground, a fresh start. Just like New Years Day for me. A clean blank slate. Happy 2025! Excited for the next chapter.

#snowday #travelphotography #indiantraveller #washington #travel #beautifuldestinations

Fall pics in November!? Both weird and wonderful 🤍🍁

A short but sweet fall trip to Mt. Rainier National Park! She’s such a beauty and I can’t wait to see her again in a different season🤍

I’m so used to fall lasting just a few weeks but it lasts FOREVER here and it just gets better and better 🍂🍁

#mtrainiernationalpark #washington #mountainlovers #roadtrip #mtrainier #indiantravelblogger #indiantraveller #beautifuldestinations #photography #beautifulplaces #travel #letsgoplaces

In my happy place. In a cabin somewhere in the woods 🏔️

#indiantraveller #travelphotography #beautifuldestinations #washington #roadtrip #fall #mtrainiernationalpark #traveltheworld #beautifulplaces #indian #mtrainier

“Sometimes the hardest thing and the right thing are the same.”

I am being challenged everyday these days, especially as a mom, externally and internally. It’s the hardest thing and the best thing I have ever done with my life.

And I used to think finals week was hard!

#travelphotography #letsgoplaces #travelphotography #beautifuldestinations #travel #travelgram #indiantravelblogger #indiantraveller

Next time someone asks me to refer them to a physician, I will tell them to go see Dr. Nature, 💯

This picturesque mountain pond is just an hour from Seattle near Snoqualmie Pass and has a great paved 1.2 mile trail that is stroller friendly! Also, a great picnic spot 🧺

#washington #explorewashington #alpinebeauty #snoquolmiefalls #snoquolmiepass #travelphotography #travel #beautifuldestinations #summer #indiantravel #indiantraveller

4 months of living here and many days have gone by thinking about this magical waterfall. Finally, hightailed it 45 minutes east this morning to see this 268 foot waterfall! What a breathtaking beauty 💙

#chasingwaterfalls #beautifuldestinations #letsgoplaces #travelphotography #indiantravelblogger #indiantraveller #photography #washington #snoquolmiefalls #waterfallphotography

“It has been proven that what you believe can sometimes determine the state of your health. So, it goes to follow that it can also sometimes determine the state of your life. And what you believe can change on a dime. What you believe is right, what you believe is wrong, what you believe you are capable of doing, what you believe is a sign, what you believe you deserve. So, if you want to change your life... change your mind. And try not to wait too long. - Grey’s Anatomy

📍Puerta Vallarta, Mexico

#indiantravelblogger #indiantraveller #indiangirl #travelphotography #photography #mexicotravel #beachesofmexico #mexico #puertavallarta #marriottpv #marriottbonvoy #indiantravel #beautifulmexico

I can’t believe she is 11 months old today!! The sweetest gift of my life 🤍

Hola from Puerto Vallarta 👋🏽🇲🇽 feeling grateful and have to pinch myself every once in a while here, it’s just so beautiful!! Mexico, you continue to amaze me.

#travelphotography #travel #indiantravelblogger #mexico #puertovallarta #beautifulmexico #mexicotravel #indiantravel #memorialdayweekend

Officially feeling like a seattle resident after getting on a paddle board! Now, if I could just find someone to teach me how to stand up on this thing.

Stay tuned ✨🌊

#sup #seattlelake #travelphotography #indiantravelblogger #indian #indiantravelphotographer #washington #paddleboarding #standuppaddleboard

Last time in Iceland and this time we saw the northern lights from our ROOFTOP in Seattle! Are you kidding me?!

An experience of a life time I will never forget.

#northernlights #seattle #northernlightsphotos #seattlenorthernlights #auroraborealis #dancinglady #northernlightsphotography #travel #indiantravelblogger #indiantraveller

April showers bring May flowers 🌷

Just moved to Washington a couple of months ago and despite the crazy weather for this California girl, I do have to say this state is quite beautiful 🤍 visited the tulip farm last weekend in the rain! I find it wonderful that most tulips bloom in the spring, put out quite a magical display, and then die back and come back next year! Makes me never want to miss their arrival.

#travel #indianphotography #indiantravelblogger #washington #seattlewashington #travelphotography

I never thought I was a Lake girl but here I am scrolling through my camera roll, in awe of some of the many beautiful lakes of the world! So many more to see :)

#indiantraveller #travelphotography #lakes #lakephotography #travel #indiatravel #lakelove

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