India is a country of shocking contrasts, colourful culture, great food, and incredible diversity. Planning a trip to India can be overwhelming, but in my opinion, it is worth the effort. The country is huge and offers countless different things to explore. We opted for the Himalayan North and a short trip to Mumbai and Pune further south-east. Our trip started with uncertainty but quickly turned into a fantastic adventure.
Singapore is by far no secret gem no more, but a jewel of a city nevertheless. It´s clean, it´s safe, it´s diverse – modern but cultural. It offers everything you could ask for in a city-state of six million inhabitants. It keeps its promises and will find one way or another to amaze you.
Malaysia can take you by surprise as an often underrated travel destination. Nestled between Thailand and Singapore, it is too often overlooked. Yet Malaysia is a well-developed and clean country, with breathtaking landscapes, a diverse culture, delicious food, and friendly people. Thanks to its cultural richness, you can visit a mosque, a Buddhist temple, and a Hindu temple not only on the same day but even within the same district.
It’s commonly known that along the coasts of the Mediterranean Sea, you’ll find a blur of ancient cities with modern flair, brilliant cuisine, and vibrant nightlife. Loaded with history, these cities lure you into their maze of tiny alleys—past shops of colorful textiles and bars roaring with chatter—and deeper still into another world, of another time. A different time still lingers in the present with its myths, gods, wars, and knights. You can feel the Roman, Greek, Ottoman, and Venetian footprints with every step as you wander through forgotten ruins or vibrant bazaars, haggling with the descendants of ancient cultures.
Iceland is a land of ice and fire, capable of rivaling the beauty of Chile and Argentina. Its dramatic landscapes feature breathtaking canyons, towering waterfalls, and geothermal steam, creating an enchanting and diverse scenery.
Japan is truly an extraordinary country, with stunning nature, high-quality cuisine, and an unparalleled culture. It was even more beautiful—and surprisingly, less expensive—than I had anticipated. I wholeheartedly recommend a trip to the Far East; it’s an experience you won’t regret.
