Kallikkad

Well, it’s been such an adventure diving into this Ayurveda course, but now it’s almost time to head out and soak up more of the beautiful state of Kerala — only three nights to go.

Today we had another one of those wild disco-bus rides into Kovalam. Think neon lights, loud music, and a bus full of people who forgot they were tired the moment the beat kicked in. We wandered through spice shops, tucked into traditional Indian food, savored our first beers of the trip, splashed in the Indian Ocean, and took a sneak peek at an amazement of shops selling everything from silver to sarongs, silk, and cashmere. Sensory overload in the best possible way.

Tomorrow is study day — our final Ayurveda class before the exam. We’ve learned about doshas, elements, spices, herbal remedies, and discovered just how much ancient wisdom fits into a single notebook. We’ve shared a classroom with cheeky monkeys, explored massage techniques, and yes… some of us even ended up totally naked in the name of authentic Ayurvedic treatments.Read more