I am Ella – my stories begin where the roads end.

More Than Travel

I do not follow trends but feelings. Between setting out and arriving – that is my way.

Fresh from the Blog – Straight from the Heart of the World

Thoughts, stories, and snapshots that move. Here you’ll find the latest posts – honest, inspiring, and written with a hint of wanderlust.

Life on the Edge: A Deeply Moving Encounter in a Nigerian Ghetto

We are sitting in the small bar of the hotel. It’s often empty. But today, a family with four children is here. Their few belongings...

Moi Moi – Nigeria’s Savory Bean Pudding (Vegan & Vegetarian)

The Perfect Recipe for Your African Soul Food When people think of African food, dishes like Jollof rice or Egusi soup often come to mind....

Between Hope and Decay – A Glimpse into the Ghetto of Ajegunle, Lagos

Ajegunle. A name that already carries a rough edge in its sound. A district in Lagos that, for many, is nothing more than a dark...

Who I Am – and Why I Write Under a Different Name

I am Ella – my name here is a soul name. Not invented, but felt. Many have asked if I would finally start blogging – now I am. Not to show myself, but to tell stories. About journeys, encounters, and what you won’t find on any map.

Travel Treasures

Small Places, Big Stories. Here I collect treasures – special moments, quiet places, surprising encounters. Things you don’t search for, but find. And that stay with you.

AFRICA

Between desert and wonder – ancient, intense, intimately close.

Middle East

Magic between dunes, tradition, and heart.

Europe

Diversity in a small space – familiar yet surprising.

Egypt

Dust, stars, pyramids – history that still breathes today.

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