Ellis Valentine
My desire to see the world began from a young age and my wanderlust has taken me to many places since, though none has struck me quite like India. My love of the Subcontinent began when I travelled overland from Chennai to Delhi back in 2011, where I had the opportunity to see some extraordinary places, meet some incredible people and of course eat delicious and surprisingly varied food.
India was so different from anything I had experienced before and really sparked something within me. The best way I could describe it is that in India, your senses are heightened; everything is louder, brighter and spicier, and you are left feeling like there is no other place quite like it on earth. Since that first mesmerising encounter I have continued to travel to other destinations in Asia, the Middle East and Africa to expand my horizons, but of course I always return to my first love every chance that I get. I have not yet found another country which offers such variety, and every time I leave I am left with the unshakeable feeling that in India, there is always more to explore.
Favourite places I've been
What my guests have said
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"A life-changing experience – definitely to be repeated. A well designed and thoughtful itinerary that really satisfied our brief and included some fantastic and diverse experiences."
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"From booking to the actual trip, people were friendly and warm. It was a trip of a lifetime where everything went right. I felt so well treated and saw amazing sights."
My hot picks
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View property98 Acres, Ella, Kandy and the Hill Country, Sri Lanka
Provides spectacular views of Little Adams Peak and acts as great base for trekking in the area.
My top tips
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I would love to go around Indonesia where I can visit all the Islands and see the Komodo Dragon.