Dubrovnik, Croatia

05.08.14-10.08.14

Guatape, Colombia

06.02.13

Colourful Guatape is also close to Medellin so definitely worth a bus ride for a day or two. Its basically surrounded by lots of man-made lakes where you can swim, take a boat ride or fish for trout. 

The huge ´Guatape Rock´ (El Penol) is believed to be a meteorite which arrived over 70 million years ago. It stands at over two hundred meters tall and you can climb the 829 steps to the top for amazing views of the countryside. 

Popayan - Colombia

14.01.13 - 16.01.13 

I was super excited to get into Colombia, as I've heard such positive things on my travels so far. The drive up to Popayan from Pasto was simply stunning. Rolling green hills with a tropical edge and leafy palms. 

I stayed in Popayan a few days with its beautiful architecture and white washed walls. Many of the museums are set in colonial buildings which were lovely to stroll around. 

Popayan has been named the 'City of gastronomy'. I had one of the best 'Alumerzos' ( lunch of the day ) with tender chicken in a creamy spinach sauce, seasonal vegetables and a chocolate mousse. Sadly I do think the chef was French! 

Tea Picking in Munnar

After watching Indian women pick tea leaves with their bare hands in Munnar, I will never drink a cuppa in the same way again! Working long hours for probably very little money, these incredible ladies pick away with a big smile on their faces waving to you as you walk past. Driving through this Hill Station in the Western Ghats is aabsolutely breathtaking. At one point we climbed 2,500 meters above sea level and crossed the border into Tamil Nadu. It's chilly up there.

I like random

Before and After

The life and death of a strawberry