For aspiring writers, there is no better wisdom than the one coming from seasoned masters. Ranjan Pal, a former economist, will not give you false hopes of making it big as a freelancer. Now, in his post-retirement phase, where 20 per cent of his time is spent travelling, while the remaining 80 per cent goes into pitching stories, Pal doesn't let that downplay his passion for writing. He enjoys engaging with new people, places, and cultures and finds travel as his pathway to adventure and new experiences. One of his latest travels was to Bhutan, where he attended the Royal Highland Festival in Laya.
Situated at around 3,850 metres, Laya provides an escape for those seeking an off-the-beaten-path experience. Speaking to Outlook Traveller, Pal shared takeaways from his trip, including interesting activities to try in and around this picturesque place: