There are many reasons to fall in love with Pulau Weh. From its gorgeous turquoise blue waters, to the lush green jungle – Pulau Weh is a beautiful island. To soak in all this beauty, we were searching for Pulau Weh accommodation that would give us amazing sea view and was away from the busy […] Read more…
Pulau Weh is Southeast Asia off the beaten path. We’re on island time on Pulau Weh. Life is just more peaceful, more relaxed, everything is more slow-paced. You spend more time admiring the beautiful nature that surrounds the island – the lush greenery, the gorgeous turquoise blue waters, and the beautiful underwater world. Pulau Weh […] Read more…
Our journey through Southeast Asia continues with even more experiences in Southeast Asia. In part TWO of our list, we explore Laos, Indonesia, Singapore, the Philippines, and Vietnam. If you missed our first cover on incredible experiences in Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia, Timor Leste, and Myanmar, you should check our part ONE of our ultimate list of […] Read more…
Just an hour drive from the city of Yogyakarta is the very historic Borobudur. Dating back about 9th century, Borobudur is a Mahayana Buddhist Temple that is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the world’s largest Buddhist temple, and one of the most popular tourist attraction in Indonesia. I lived […] Read more…
I spy with my little eye something that starts with a ‘V’…. Villa! Ahhhh Bali. The island of sun, surf, and… VILLAS. With many choices of accommodation in Bali, it can sometimes pose a challenge to decide where to stay. So I have developed criteria to help me choose the best villa to stay in, […] Read more…
The hotel is just a stone throw’s away from the airport. It is only a few minutes’ drive to the beach. And it offers an array of modern facilities for the comfort traveller. It is the Watermark Hotel & Spa at Jimbaran Bay. The hotel is a modern and contemporary Japanese style hotel located in […] Read more…
It is a colourful glimpse into the treasures of the Indonesian archipelago. A perfect evening spent learning about a beautiful country that is a melting pot of cultural diversity. I’m talking about my evening spent watching the Devdan Show in Bali. The Devdan Show is as a must-see performance when in Bali. It not only […] Read more…
You know that song “Love Is In The Air” by John Paul Young? That’s the song that’s been playing on repeat in my head, because from the moment Hubby and I arrived, romance was well and truly in the air at the Berry Amour Resort. Every hotel has its own concept, and it works to […] Read more…
If you’re after experiencing a resort that has been inspired by traditional Indonesian architecture, culture, and artefacts, with beautiful tropical gardens, then the Alindra Villas in Bali is the resort for you. Located along the border between South Kuta and Jimbaran is the Alindra Villas. This property is a 4-star boutique resort owned by a […] Read more…
I am always on the look out for local food to try wherever I travel. I find sampling local food provides valuable insight into the culture of a place. I also find that it helps me connect more with the place I am visiting, and in this case it’s Yogyakarta. Having lived in Yogyakarta as a […] Read more…