Bringing Destinations and Experiences to Life Through Authentic Stories
Experiencing the Mentawai Tribe Some places change you quietly, without warning. Mentawai did that to me. This was a journey into a world where life is stripped down to its bones – no electricity, no running water, no phone connection,…
A Gentle Welcome to East Bali Have you ever heard of a place called Sidemen in East Bali? I ended up there four years ago when a dear friend convinced me to join them for a peaceful nature escape in…
It’s easy to see why Wapa Di Ume Ubud is one of Ubud’s most loved boutique resorts. It’s a luxury that still feels human. Ubud moves fast – scooters, chatter, rain that comes out of nowhere, but, turn off the…
I would never guessed, an adventure on a yellow jeep named “Itchy Pu**y” in North Bali has made me fall head over heels with this part of the island. I loved it so much that I moved from the lively…
How old are you? While playing Uno, I asked a young teenage girl who runs a 2 bedrooms guesthouse in Hitugi, a village 6 hours trek from Sogokmo in Baliem Valley. She looked down and said she didn’t know. Then…
Where your wildest adventure dreams do come true… To be greeted by the glorious sunrise over Baliem Valley silenced my words. I could feel the sun sending beam of light blessing me. I watched the clouds gently unfolding, revealing…
A pleasant surprise en route to Banyuwangi in East Java, to catch a sight of Mount Merapi and Ijen Crater partially blanketed by fluffy clouds, proudly displaying their peaks. These stratovolcanoes are quiet but active, located on the Ring Of…
I count my lucky stars, having the opportunity to explore Banyuwangi in East Java, a trip sponsored by the Indonesian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur (@kbrikualalumpur) and Citilink Indonesia. Banyuwangi is the perfect start for an authentic adventure to branch off…