I already wrote a rather enthusiastic blog about Madeira a few years ago --> see here . Madeira enchanted us back then and we imagined several times what it would be like to emigrate there one day. Reason enough to visit the island again. And it enchanted us the second time too! The diversity, the lush greenery, the friendly people - Madeira is wonderful. I'll let the photos speak for themselves. Madeiras national flower: the Strelitzia (paradisebird flower) Funchal - Madeiras capital city Colorful Funchal A hike to Cabo de São Vicente Traditional houses in Santana Natural pools in Porto Moniz Beautiful nun valley Camara de lobos Miradouro da bica da cana Teleférico Achadas da cruz
I don't know if I would have ever made it to India if it hadn't been for the opportunity to attend a wedding there. I was concerned that I wouldn't like India, imagined it to be chaotic and full of people, loud, exhausting. An overload for eyes, ears and nose. My travel companion felt the same way. And admittedly: it was a bit overwhelming. At least at the beginning. But pretty quickly I started to enjoy the bustle, the smells, the many impressions, the colors, enjoyed trying my way through Indian cuisine, haggling over prices and looking for the most beautiful things at the bazaar. After my trip, I was thrilled by the country and its people, and I really took it to my heart. Although I was only able to discover the country for a week, I still had so many impressions that it felt like a month. It is a challenge to pack all these impressions, experiences and my enthusiasm into a reasonably short report. I would be happy to take you on a little trip through India – jump a