Tips for Guests, Tips for Travellers
How to Drive Safely in Bali
I’ve heard too many stories of scooter accidents here in Bali and witnessed far too many. News sites almost report such occasions on weekly or daily basis. So let’s consider this post as a way to try to put an end to this “endemic” issue. Read and share it to everyone you know living or […]
Indonesia Culture, Lifestyle, Tips for Guests, Tourism
Flores Most Instagrammable Landscapes
Flores Most Instagrammable Landscapes Have you ever heard about the Indonesian island of Flores? Flores. Its name itself is an invitation to dream and travel. And the reality is even better. Clear blue water, foggy mountains, breathtaking waterfalls and welcoming people… Flores has a lot to offer and is a paradise for budding photographers and Instagram […]
Don’t Be A Traveller, Be A Tourist
Traveller or tourist, that’s the question. And if you are the latter, and you’re a Millenial (you’re that into yoga and unkempt beard) and your friends have been dengue-d at least once while they were vacaying *cough* travelling to some tropical island like Mentawai, then you’re doomed. You’re a joke. Be prepared for the downpour […]
Things to do in Bali
There are many things to do in Bali, the Island of the Gods, of eternal sunshine and beautiful beaches; of countless man-buns and yoga pants, both come in all sizes, shapes and colors; of Eastern European chicks and bro-cultures; custom bikes and healthy foods; of wild parties and serene meditations. Bali has so much […]
Don’t Travel to Indonesia
Don’t travel to Indonesia. Here’s why: 1. It’s not worth your money Sure. The cost of living in Jakarta is only 100-300% cheaper than New York, Paris and Sydney. But still, Jakarta prices are 30%-100% higher than almost all travel-worthy cities in Indonesia combined. Travel-wise, it’s 30 days worth of saving your money and get […]
Bekantan, Durian, Featured, Gunung Leuser, Indonesia, Komodo, Mentawai, Orangutan
Negative reviews, positive for your business?
Negative reviews might unfortunately appear at the same time as booking increase during peak season. But no worries! No one is immune to this and there are many ways to overcome what might look like an obstacle at first sight. First hint, this has to do with monitoring your online image! In order to help you […]
Must-Have Apps When Visiting Indonesia
If you’re going to travel in Indonesia, the following must-have apps will save you a lot of trouble during your stay here. But, a little background first. As the 4th biggest market in the world for mobile technology, Indonesia is definitely no stranger to smartphones. From iPhones to the latest Android-based smartphones, there is a strong […]
Karapan Sapi
Karapan sapi is an annual folk festival of the Maduranese. This requires a pair of bulls connected by wooden yoke and a plow (called kaleles) on which the jockey slash racer stands and keeps everything in balance while the beast speed up like they’re on fire. And yeah, to be the jockey requires a lot […]
Ubud Writers and Readers Festival 2016
Ubud Writers and Readers Festival 2016 Ubud Writers and Readers Festival 2016 will be held on October 26 – 30, 2016, celebrating the theme of Tat Tvam Asi, sanskrit for ‘I am you, you are me.’ Literally ‘We are one’ – Tat Tvam Asi was originally spoke of the relationship between the self and […]
Inspiring Travel Quotes
Inspiring travel quotes can definitely arouse your wanderlust. This one for example. “The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, just like every good tale begins with “Once upon a time” and every drunken nights begins with one beer.” | Lao Tzu Well, not only this Lao Tzu guy is wise, he […]