When I dream of Bali, the Island of the Gods, my mind drifts back to my first trip there in 2007, before Eat Pray Love. I recall arriving and feeling like it had really lived up to the promises of beautiful beachfront resorts with those pools in the villas facing the ocean. I’ve always thought […]
Nusa Ceningan: Everything You Need to Know
Bali has been romanticized in books and movies for its dreamy temples and the sacred vibes, but these days, it’s lost a lot of its charm due to the overwhelming popularity. Thankfully there’s another option – the Nusa Islands. The Nusa Islands are, to me, the perfect option for those who want to experience Bali […]
Nusa Lembongan: An Insider’s Guide
If Bali feels a bit hectic and you’re aching for some time on quiet beaches, or a surf break that isn’t full of other surfers, take a look at Nusa Lembongan, just a 30-minute ferry ride away from Bali, Indonesia. Full of hidden coves, perfect sunset spots, lovely guesthouses, and boutique resorts, Nusa Lembongan is […]
Diving Raja Ampat: An Underwater Paradise
“How will you ever find the words to describe this place?” asked Jack, a fellow diver on the liveaboard. Though a valid question, I was more preoccupied with two even bigger problems: which island out of the thousands in Raja Ampat I’d live out a hypothetical Robinson Crusoe life, and whether or not I really […]
Komodo National Park; Indonesia’s Hidden Gem
This guest post about Komodo National Park post is by Charlie: Bali, the Gili Islands, Lombok … When you think of Indonesia these destinations probably pop straight into your head. And why not? With their beautiful beaches, paradisiacal infinity pools and lush green rice paddies its clear to see why they are at the top […]