Exploring India

I can certainly say flying to India was one of the easiest and smoothest long flights I have ever taken. I flew economy with Vistara, which I definitely recommend, as they offered snacks and beverages numerous times which is a nice plus for long flights. 

Finding a taxi at the airport  was very easy since Uber is functional in most cities in India. The drive was less than 45 minutes and relatively cheap. I would recommend taking an Uber or arranging a pick up with the owner of the place you are staying for extra safety precautions. 

The Airbnb itself was beautiful and had three Saint Bernards living with the owner on the found floor. You will only encounter one as the other two are usually indoors. Samvit, the owner, and his family were extraordinary always helpful, giving tips and even lifts to a place or another (for a small fee). 

Udaipur felt like a little gem in Rajasthan‘s district. It had palaces where you could dine and stay in, Chunda Palace, to cultural centres that were filled with non funded uncommon artists that created crafts from raw materials or performed over and over again for the crowd. 

The city is surrounded by water, with lakes being their main attraction for tourists. If you are looking for something more than a touristic vacations there are many opportunities for volunterring work, preferably through Workaway.

Overall and unforgettable place filled with beautiful places and very kind people that are always willing to help and curious to learn more about you.

Arriving in Mumbai I had a shock in the weather as it was 10 degrees less than Udaipur, however due to humidity being so high it felt more suffocating once you walked out the airport. The drive from the airport to the hotel was beautiful since almost all streets are filled with palm trees. 

I did feel the increase in the population and it also had a city vibe; loud and busy, polluted and less friendly. 

I did a few tourist attractions, such as the Elephant Caves or the Gateway of India, which was  built spectacularly with amazing architecture and materials. 

Eating outside was very easy as most places felt more European centric with a touch of Indian culture. Mango was in season so I kept having multiple mango shakes and juices which tasted amazing! 

The hotel was located right in central which was an ideal location, however the noice was extremely high which made it hard to fall asleep on the first couple of nights. 

Visiting Mumbai is ideal for anyone looking for a Bollywood cultural exploration or just a busy city break.