“I come from Greece and work as a technology consultant, but at heart I’ve always been a traveller. I feel most alive when I’m discovering new places and perspectives. Over the years, I’ve visited more than 40 countries, sometimes solo and sometimes with family and friends. Recently, I spent a month in India, and it stayed with me.
I see every destination like a cocktail. You only understand it when you taste it. Each place has its own ingredients and character. India stood out for its cultural richness and the way tradition and modern life exist side by side. In conversations, daily rituals, colours and sounds, there was a strong sense of identity. You could sense that people knew where they came from.
Iceland and Norway remain unforgettable for their natural beauty. Greece will always be special to me for its hospitality, its food, and islands that feel like part of who I am. But India offered something different. Not just places to see, but perspectives to think about long after I left.
Kenya challenged me in unexpected ways. In India, Old Delhi felt intense and crowded at first. It took time to adjust. After a while, I stopped trying to control everything and simply observed. That shift changed how I experienced it. Growth often comes from stepping into what’s unfamiliar, even something as simple as tasting a dish that pushes your limits.
Travel has taught me something simple: just try. Life doesn’t have to be perfect; it has to be lived. Whenever I felt stuck, I moved, met new people, shared stories, and made memories I still smile about.
Alongside travel, I practice what I call the art of life, being patient, kind, and giving back through volunteering. In India especially, I was reminded how powerful simple human connections can be.
If you visit Greece, go island hopping, enjoy our warmth, and don’t forget your sunscreen.
For me, travel isn’t about counting countries. It’s about noticing who you become in different places. India became one of those places for me.”
— Daniil Sourianos
