There are two ways to get from Bali to Nusa Penida island — by a fast boat from Sanur or by a ferry from Padang Bai port. The second option is preferable if you want to bring your own vehicle or if yo…
Karimunjawa National Park is a stunning marine reserve within the Karimunjawa Archipelago, located north of Java in the Java Sea and part of Jepara Regency in Central Java. Often called the “Indonesia…
I just returned from my motorbike trip to the islands of Flores and Sumbawa and I’m ready to share all the details about what, how much, how, and where to go.
The plan: combine swimming with whale sharks and visiting Komodo National Park in one trip while avoiding paying exorbitant fees to tour companies.
The annual migration of Muslims to their hometowns and villages (mudik) ahead of the Lebaran holiday has started earlier than usual in Bali this year. Many Indonesians are trying to leave the island b…
Lombok Island lies to the east of Bali and is part of the province of East Nusa Tenggara. To the west of Lombok are the Gili Islands. Lombok is known for its natural landscapes — beaches, mountains, v…
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Traveling from Bali to Flores and back on a motorcycle turned out to be one of the most incredible adventures we’ve ever experienced. Yes, flying would have been easier — but this trip wasn’t about re…
A major tragedy occurred on the evening of July 2 off the coast of Bali: the KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya ferry, traveling from Ketapang port in East Java to Gilimanuk port in Bali, sank about half an hour a…
Lombok Island is a treasure trove of natural beauty, boasting lush green hills, stunning landscapes, vibrant vegetation, and mesmerizing waterfalls. The island is also home to Mount Rinjani, Indonesia…
In February this year, it seemed that we would not get a ride on the giant Ferris wheel in the center of Canggu.
Residents of the village of Tibubeneng were upset that the project threatened traffic jams, invasion of yard privacy, and non-compliance with seismic standards, and Senator Ni Luh Jelantik publicly c…
There is a chance that the giant Ferris wheel in the heart of Canggu, which has already gone viral on social media and sparked heated debates, may never open to the public. Local residents have oppose…
