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With the Sparrows
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Hello people of the internet!
I'm Simon. In the chaos of 2020 I decided to move my plan to work remotely forward a few years. I stepped down from managing a marketing agency and started to work remotely as a consultant.
Like a lot of people, I had always been quite jealous of people working as 'digital nomads' (even if I hate the term) and with a lot of people being forced to work remotely in 2020 I decided that this was the best time to transition quickly to that way of working.
On top of that, I figured that I'd like to document my travels, work, surf and skate. Hopefully it proves useful to anybody wanting to work remotely, be location independent or even just for people who might be looking for holiday information on places that I visit.
Let me know if there is anything you'd like to see videos on!
Thanks.
I'm Simon. In the chaos of 2020 I decided to move my plan to work remotely forward a few years. I stepped down from managing a marketing agency and started to work remotely as a consultant.
Like a lot of people, I had always been quite jealous of people working as 'digital nomads' (even if I hate the term) and with a lot of people being forced to work remotely in 2020 I decided that this was the best time to transition quickly to that way of working.
On top of that, I figured that I'd like to document my travels, work, surf and skate. Hopefully it proves useful to anybody wanting to work remotely, be location independent or even just for people who might be looking for holiday information on places that I visit.
Let me know if there is anything you'd like to see videos on!
Thanks.
Best spot for Sunrise or Sunset on Madeira? Pico Ruivo or Arieiro
#madeira #sunrise #hiking
If you visit the island of Madeira, there's one thing that will always come up on a suggested itinerary: sunrise or sunset at either Pico Ruivo or Pico do Arieiro, two of the highest points on the island.
At first it may seem like an interchangeable option (and to an extent, they are). However, considering that it can take an hour to drive to these spots and that Pico Ruivo has an additional 45 minute walk to the peak, it's not quite as simple.
In short, Pico Ruivo is the better spot for sunrise (and sunset). It's more isolated, hence the 45 minute walk to the peak. If you head to Pico Ruivo for sunrise, you can then do the 'Peak to Peak' hike which is another must do on the island.
Pico do Arieiro is far more accessible because it has a car park that is less than 200m from the peak. That does mean that it is far more crowded. Regardless, it offers great views for sunset and better yet, as soon as the sun goes down you can jump in your car and drive home!
At the end of the video I discuss a spot near Pico Ruivo that nobody seems to go to - the lack of crowds and the viewing platform mean that it's actually my favourite place for sunrise thus far.
0:00 - Drone footage of Madeira
0:46 - Must do item for Madeira
1:11 - Weather and cloud cover
2:21 - Getting to Ruivo or Arieiro
2:58 - Difference between Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo
3:31 - Pico Ruivo for sunrise
4:42 - Pico do Arieiro for sunset
6:39 - Best sunrise spot on Madeira
Shot on:
Gopro Hero 11 Black
Sony RX10 IV
Mavic Mini 2
If you visit the island of Madeira, there's one thing that will always come up on a suggested itinerary: sunrise or sunset at either Pico Ruivo or Pico do Arieiro, two of the highest points on the island.
At first it may seem like an interchangeable option (and to an extent, they are). However, considering that it can take an hour to drive to these spots and that Pico Ruivo has an additional 45 minute walk to the peak, it's not quite as simple.
In short, Pico Ruivo is the better spot for sunrise (and sunset). It's more isolated, hence the 45 minute walk to the peak. If you head to Pico Ruivo for sunrise, you can then do the 'Peak to Peak' hike which is another must do on the island.
Pico do Arieiro is far more accessible because it has a car park that is less than 200m from the peak. That does mean that it is far more crowded. Regardless, it offers great views for sunset and better yet, as soon as the sun goes down you can jump in your car and drive home!
At the end of the video I discuss a spot near Pico Ruivo that nobody seems to go to - the lack of crowds and the viewing platform mean that it's actually my favourite place for sunrise thus far.
0:00 - Drone footage of Madeira
0:46 - Must do item for Madeira
1:11 - Weather and cloud cover
2:21 - Getting to Ruivo or Arieiro
2:58 - Difference between Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo
3:31 - Pico Ruivo for sunrise
4:42 - Pico do Arieiro for sunset
6:39 - Best sunrise spot on Madeira
Shot on:
Gopro Hero 11 Black
Sony RX10 IV
Mavic Mini 2
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i never seen montains in a savana.... i really dont think this is the same xperience like a safari in a national park, like kruger
A friend and I actually visited Tabacon in Aug. 1990. In those days, there was just a gravel parking lot out front, entrance fees were (I believe) about .50 cents USD. There was a small snack bar to the left as you entered and restrooms to the right. There were 3 large (very large) cement pools - The upper pool was fed by a large bore pipe (about 1 meter in diameter), and it was HOT! This fed into a second pool which was a little less hot, which again fed into a 3rd pool which was cooler. I could not manage the first 2 pools - they were simply too hot.
I don't see any lifeguards there what happens if you get hurt?
Is that Joss?
Hello . What Time of thé year was your trip ? Thks
i'm coming fracasser le spot
Meaning of offering flowers to the buddha is to remind ourselves about the impermanence of life. Just as these flowers fade away our lives also will go away.
With Loadshedding don't fall for the propoganda, the grid can stand the load, it's political and the US and Germany mainly drive this policy to not use electricity to our full capacity. Cape Town is not any more dangerous and can be argued is more safe than many American and European cities
It's so sad to see my fellow indonesian getting paid so little for all those hard works... The government here just sucks... Feels like we're just living and surviving without any governmental influences, the govt is so corrupt...
Siang, mohon izin pakai cuplikan video ini untuk dicover di TopSpot dan sumber akan disertakan, terima kasih.
Thanks for your video. It actually gave me the courage to complete the hike 😀.
Which company did you guys go with for the snorkeling? Nice video!
Hey brother, use vinegar to dissolve urchin spines. Works for me.
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Western Archeology would have you believe "how did they do it?" but the "Intelligence" is removed from the equation. "Elbow Grease" maybe a huge contributing factor
Just got back.. great video, especially about going in off-season. I did gokyo lakes and EBC 15 years ago and loved it. This time around i hated it because of the crowds, ruined it.. Only other thing to note.. our guide suggested it was fine to eat small amounts of meat up to Namche.. we had 4 in our group go down woth food poisoning in Namche.. chicken related. It made the reat if the trek hell. Dont eat meat anywhere in trail, and take your hygiene super seriously.. sanitise sanitise. You dont want to hike for days with food poisoning, dehydrated with no food. Awful experience!
No Pasta Pionte? 🤷🏻♂️🤙🏽
Nice place
Awesome video. Thanks for sharing. Though I ask, how do you manage to record your footage without water drops. I get them all the time.
They dont look impressed at all??? Such a very beautiful view....
Wow veutyfullll
Awesome creature 😍😍
you don't make more videos bro? :(
amazing bro, thanks for sharing, Maybe I had never seen this, thank you so much
I found this supremely helpful. Took a bunch of notes that will definitely have an impact on our trip.
Kandui or Maldives which one do you preferred - really just interested in the waves.
Need clarification on the lake. Can someone share a google map link?
Great video, super informative and well organized!
You are lucky to view some of these beautiful & special creatures.....usually in years past. ,Boulders beach was full of them....did you know that they are in danger of becoming extinct?
Awesome report! Thanks for first impressions..
Hi, can I get the details of your guide Ganesh and how did you hire him. I already was planning for EBC and now your video is making this desire inevitable! Thanks in advance!
Thank you for sharing
That sunset was so warming
Very nice video with good advices , thank you , I'm doing EBC trekking in October this year so yours advices er helpful , can you recommended guide which you was working with ?
It looks lovely. I would gave loved to have gone there S my maiden name was Brunnen
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Just came back from La Fortuna.. enjoyed both, just to experience both.. each are amazing in their own ways..
life guards gym
eat street, fish noodle bowl
I loved your tips of warming yourself by the stove just before getting in your sleeping bag, and taking the time to look at the stars. I lived in central Australia for a few years a long time ago and the stars were absolutely amazing! Gotta do that. I'm doing the EBC in October this year.
You are hilarious!!! The way you picked up that stick 👀/👀 whilst the guide was up in the tree 🤣🤣🤣
Love the time you took to film the cloud formation! Exactly what would have me mesmerised. Thank you for this detail!
Love the sound of the lake. How much more serene can it get???!
Love your practical trekking tips throughout! Great narration too 🙏🏾
Thanks for showing Ama Dablam basecamp. This mountain is to me one of the most beautiful! Each time I see it, it somehow puts a big smile on my face…
Just stumbled upon your channel and loving this series. One of my dreams, so I’m taking notes. Thanks so much for sharing your EBC trek experience 🙏🏾
Truly excellent tips, thanks so much!!
Think the best advice is to go of season be like a cattle market if lots of people
Cuídese hermanos esquipulas matagalpa 🎉🎉 /Norte carolina use