Galapagos, Day 3: entertaining Encounters with the Sea Lions

The third day was all about the sea lions. They are all around the islands, but there are some preferred places where numerous groups can be found en masse. As fellow mammals, it is normal to feel close to them, even at an emotional level. Almost as if their gestures, their cries, their movements, their … Continue reading Galapagos, Day 3: entertaining Encounters with the Sea Lions

Exploring Quito, Ecuador – one of the highest capital cities in the world

When I quit my job to travel in 2024, my initial goal was to spend 4 months in Southeast Asia (which I did) and then travel to South America for another two months. I had everything planned, itinerary, how to get from one place to the other, saved lots of different tours I wanted to … Continue reading Exploring Quito, Ecuador – one of the highest capital cities in the world

Happy New Year! A reflection on what I’ve learned from my 4-months travelling Southeast Asia

I finished 2023 convinced 2024 was going to be my year. I had quit my corporate job, and left London, and in January 2024 I was about to embark on an adventure of a lifetime and a project I'd been dreaming about for some time - backpacking Southeast Asia solo. And I did it! Got … Continue reading Happy New Year! A reflection on what I’ve learned from my 4-months travelling Southeast Asia

The last few days in Bali – Amed, a day trip to Nusa Penida & Seminyak

These last few days in Bali were spent on beaches - first Amed, known for its amazing snorkelling, and then Seminyak, a much more developed well-known place in Bali, full of holidayers, party-goers, relaxation seekers and surfer learners. I did very little in both destinations. Peaceful Amed In Amed, I stayed at an amazing place … Continue reading The last few days in Bali – Amed, a day trip to Nusa Penida & Seminyak