Pulau Karang (Coral Island) – Hidden Gem In Beras, Sumatra
Pulau Karang (Coral Island) is a hidden gem in North Sumatra with perfect white sand and photogenic palm trees that hang over the turquoise water like a postcard.… Read More
Banyak Islands Indonesia: Travel Guide For Pulau Banyak In Sumatra
The Banyak Islands in Indonesia (also known collectively as Pulau Banyak) are a group of paradise islands northwest of Sumatra. If you’ve ever dreamed of doing the Robinson… Read More
Sipiso Piso Waterfall By Berastagi: One Of Indonesia’s Tallest Waterfalls
The Sipiso Piso Waterfall is one of the nicest falls in Sumatra, and also one of the tallest waterfalls in Indonesia. It’s a 400-foot giant that flows into… Read More
Bukit Lawang: Sumatran Orangutan Jungle Trekking By Medan, Indonesia
Bukit Lawang jungle trekking with a guide in Indonesia is one of the best places to see the Sumatran Orangutan in the wild, and it’s pretty easy to… Read More
Tangkoko National Park & Nature Reserve In Manado, Sulawesi
The Tangkoko National Park is a big natural reserve on the northeast tip of Sulawesi island in Indonesia. This park covers 21,000 acres of fantastic jungle, and there… Read More
17 Beautiful Indonesia Beaches: The Best Beaches In Indonesia
Indonesia beaches are fantastic, but they tend to be underrated because a lot of the really good ones are hiding in remote places without easy access. On the… Read More
Cappadocia Turkey: Travel Guide, Map, Tours, & Best Cave Hotels
Cappadocia Turkey is the most popular hot air ballooning location in the world, and for good reason — the prices are affordable, and you get to see some… Read More
Goa Garba – Ancient Temple Ruins In Pejeng, Bali
Goa Garba is an ancient cave temple and 12th century archaeological site in Pejeng, Bali. This is a peaceful hidden spot in the jungle where you can see… Read More
Sangeh Monkey Forest: Another Monkey Jungle Near Ubud, Bali
The Sangeh Monkey Forest is a big protected jungle area in central Bali with hundreds of friendly (but wild) monkeys to play with. This place is not nearly… Read More
Shwezigon Pagoda – Golden Temple In Bagan, Myanmar
The Shwezigon Pagoda (also called Shwezigon Paya) is a fantastic gold covered Buddhist temple in Bagan, Myanmar (Burma). This pagoda was built in the 11th century, but it’s… Read More
Kayu Putih Giant Tree – Ancient Kapok Tree In Tabanan, Bali
Kayu Putih is the name of a giant Kapok tree in central Bali that’s believed to be one of Bali’s oldest and biggest trees. It’s a magnificent tree… Read More
Koh Tao Viewpoint Guide: 6 Best Viewpoints In Koh Tao
Koh Tao is a hilly island with lots of great viewpoints, so we had to put together this Koh Tao viewpoint guide explaining how to get to each… Read More
21 Best Things To Do In Koh Tao Thailand: Beaches & Viewpoints
Thailand has some of the most underrated islands in Southeast Asia, so of course we had to put together this list of the best things to do in… Read More
Sombori Island: Raja Ampat’s Twin Paradise In Sulawesi, Indonesia
Sombori Island (and its exotic neighbor Labengki) has to be one of the most wonderful places we’ve seen in Indonesia. The hundreds of paradise islands and lagoons have… Read More
Labengki Island & Sombori: Beach Hut Paradise In Sulawesi, Indonesia
Labengki Island (and its exotic neighbor Sombori) just might be Indonesia’s best kept secret. This untouched tropical paradise in Sulawesi is impossibly beautiful. It’s one of the most… Read More
El Nido To Coron Ferry: How To Use The Fast Ferry In Palawan
Coron, Palawan is a scenic island destination located just north of the more famous El Nido, and a lot of tourists nowadays like to visit both places on… Read More
Tana Toraja Indonesia: 12 Things To Do In Sulawesi’s Funeral Land
The remote area of Tana Toraja, Indonesia (on Sulawesi island) is known for having one of the most bizarre and unique cultures in the world. We spent several… Read More
Kelimutu National Park: Crater Lakes Of Mount Kelimutu, Indonesia
The Kelimutu National Park and its trio of multicolored lakes has to be one of the coolest sights on the island of Flores, Indonesia. These are three volcanic… Read More
Coron vs El Nido: Which Is Better? All Differences Explained
Palawan island has become famous for its tropical scenery and island hopping, but in a head-to-head comparison of Coron vs El Nido which is better? Both of these… Read More
Taroko Gorge Taiwan – Taroko National Park In Hualien
The awesome Taroko Gorge National Park in Hualien is a bit like Taiwan’s version of the Grand Canyon. This is a huge marble gorge with steep rock walls… Read More
Pura Kehen Temple In Bali: Hindu Fire Temple In Bangli
The Pura Kehen Temple is an ancient Hindu monument in the Bangli area of Bali, Indonesia. This temple is outside of the usual tourist path, but it has… Read More
e-Visa India: How To Get An Indian Visa Online For Travel & Tourists
India has some amazing architecture and natural sights, with famous landmarks like the Taj Mahal in Agra, and snow capped mountains in the Himalayas. Most nationalities (except for… Read More
8 Top Things To Do In Brunei & Bandar Seri Begawan
Brunei is a tiny, oil rich Muslim country on the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia, and its capital city (Bandar Seri Begawan) only has a population of… Read More
Suwat Waterfall – Hidden Natural Pool Near Ubud, Bali
The Suwat Waterfall is a nice hidden gem in the Gianyar area of Bali, just a short distance from Ubud. This waterfall hasn’t been discovered by the tourist… Read More
Tumimperas Waterfall Near Manado, Sulawesi
Tumimperas Waterfall is another nice hidden waterfall located off the beaten path in the Tomohon area, not too far from the city of Manado in north Sulawesi, Indonesia.… Read More
Desa Tincep Waterfall Near Manado, Sulawesi
Desa Tincep Waterfall is a nice roadside waterfall in the Tomohon area, not too far from the city of Manado in north Sulawesi, Indonesia. Visiting Desa Tincep Waterfall… Read More
Kanderawatu Waterfall Near Manado, Sulawesi
Kanderawatu Waterfall is a nice hidden waterfall in the Tomohon jungles, near the city of Manado in north Sulawesi, Indonesia. Visiting Kanderawatu Waterfall The path to Kanderawatu takes… Read More
Mingun Pagoda – Pahtodawgyi Ruins By Mandalay, Myanmar
The awesome Mingun Pagoda (also known as the Pahtodawgyi ruins) is one of the most interesting things to see near Mandalay, Myanmar. This is a giant unfinished monument… Read More
Mount Agung Hike In Bali: Trekking Gunung Agung Volcano + Tours
The Mount Agung Bali volcano is the biggest and baddest mountain peak on the island of Bali, Indonesia, and the hike to the top is out of this… Read More
Gunung Kawi Temple – Ancient Royal Tombs Near Ubud, Bali
The Pura Gunung Kawi Temple is a bit like Bali’s own Valley of the Kings, where ancient royal tombs were carved into a steep cliff wall at the… Read More
Pulau Karang (Coral Island) – Hidden Gem In Beras, Sumatra
Pulau Karang (Coral Island) is a hidden gem in North Sumatra with perfect white sand and photogenic palm trees that hang over the turquoise water like a postcard.… Read More
Banyak Islands Indonesia: Travel Guide For Pulau Banyak In Sumatra
The Banyak Islands in Indonesia (also known collectively as Pulau Banyak) are a group of paradise islands northwest of Sumatra. If you’ve ever dreamed of doing the Robinson… Read More
Sipiso Piso Waterfall By Berastagi: One Of Indonesia’s Tallest Waterfalls
The Sipiso Piso Waterfall is one of the nicest falls in Sumatra, and also one of the tallest waterfalls in Indonesia. It’s a 400-foot giant that flows into… Read More
Bukit Lawang: Sumatran Orangutan Jungle Trekking By Medan, Indonesia
Bukit Lawang jungle trekking with a guide in Indonesia is one of the best places to see the Sumatran Orangutan in the wild, and it’s pretty easy to… Read More
Tangkoko National Park & Nature Reserve In Manado, Sulawesi
The Tangkoko National Park is a big natural reserve on the northeast tip of Sulawesi island in Indonesia. This park covers 21,000 acres of fantastic jungle, and there… Read More
17 Beautiful Indonesia Beaches: The Best Beaches In Indonesia
Indonesia beaches are fantastic, but they tend to be underrated because a lot of the really good ones are hiding in remote places without easy access. On the… Read More
Cappadocia Turkey: Travel Guide, Map, Tours, & Best Cave Hotels
Cappadocia Turkey is the most popular hot air ballooning location in the world, and for good reason — the prices are affordable, and you get to see some… Read More
Goa Garba – Ancient Temple Ruins In Pejeng, Bali
Goa Garba is an ancient cave temple and 12th century archaeological site in Pejeng, Bali. This is a peaceful hidden spot in the jungle where you can see… Read More
Sangeh Monkey Forest: Another Monkey Jungle Near Ubud, Bali
The Sangeh Monkey Forest is a big protected jungle area in central Bali with hundreds of friendly (but wild) monkeys to play with. This place is not nearly… Read More
Shwezigon Pagoda – Golden Temple In Bagan, Myanmar
The Shwezigon Pagoda (also called Shwezigon Paya) is a fantastic gold covered Buddhist temple in Bagan, Myanmar (Burma). This pagoda was built in the 11th century, but it’s… Read More
Kayu Putih Giant Tree – Ancient Kapok Tree In Tabanan, Bali
Kayu Putih is the name of a giant Kapok tree in central Bali that’s believed to be one of Bali’s oldest and biggest trees. It’s a magnificent tree… Read More
Koh Tao Viewpoint Guide: 6 Best Viewpoints In Koh Tao
Koh Tao is a hilly island with lots of great viewpoints, so we had to put together this Koh Tao viewpoint guide explaining how to get to each… Read More
21 Best Things To Do In Koh Tao Thailand: Beaches & Viewpoints
Thailand has some of the most underrated islands in Southeast Asia, so of course we had to put together this list of the best things to do in… Read More
Sombori Island: Raja Ampat’s Twin Paradise In Sulawesi, Indonesia
Sombori Island (and its exotic neighbor Labengki) has to be one of the most wonderful places we’ve seen in Indonesia. The hundreds of paradise islands and lagoons have… Read More
Labengki Island & Sombori: Beach Hut Paradise In Sulawesi, Indonesia
Labengki Island (and its exotic neighbor Sombori) just might be Indonesia’s best kept secret. This untouched tropical paradise in Sulawesi is impossibly beautiful. It’s one of the most… Read More
El Nido To Coron Ferry: How To Use The Fast Ferry In Palawan
Coron, Palawan is a scenic island destination located just north of the more famous El Nido, and a lot of tourists nowadays like to visit both places on… Read More
Tana Toraja Indonesia: 12 Things To Do In Sulawesi’s Funeral Land
The remote area of Tana Toraja, Indonesia (on Sulawesi island) is known for having one of the most bizarre and unique cultures in the world. We spent several… Read More
Kelimutu National Park: Crater Lakes Of Mount Kelimutu, Indonesia
The Kelimutu National Park and its trio of multicolored lakes has to be one of the coolest sights on the island of Flores, Indonesia. These are three volcanic… Read More
Coron vs El Nido: Which Is Better? All Differences Explained
Palawan island has become famous for its tropical scenery and island hopping, but in a head-to-head comparison of Coron vs El Nido which is better? Both of these… Read More
Taroko Gorge Taiwan – Taroko National Park In Hualien
The awesome Taroko Gorge National Park in Hualien is a bit like Taiwan’s version of the Grand Canyon. This is a huge marble gorge with steep rock walls… Read More
Pura Kehen Temple In Bali: Hindu Fire Temple In Bangli
The Pura Kehen Temple is an ancient Hindu monument in the Bangli area of Bali, Indonesia. This temple is outside of the usual tourist path, but it has… Read More
e-Visa India: How To Get An Indian Visa Online For Travel & Tourists
India has some amazing architecture and natural sights, with famous landmarks like the Taj Mahal in Agra, and snow capped mountains in the Himalayas. Most nationalities (except for… Read More
8 Top Things To Do In Brunei & Bandar Seri Begawan
Brunei is a tiny, oil rich Muslim country on the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia, and its capital city (Bandar Seri Begawan) only has a population of… Read More
Suwat Waterfall – Hidden Natural Pool Near Ubud, Bali
The Suwat Waterfall is a nice hidden gem in the Gianyar area of Bali, just a short distance from Ubud. This waterfall hasn’t been discovered by the tourist… Read More
Tumimperas Waterfall Near Manado, Sulawesi
Tumimperas Waterfall is another nice hidden waterfall located off the beaten path in the Tomohon area, not too far from the city of Manado in north Sulawesi, Indonesia.… Read More
Desa Tincep Waterfall Near Manado, Sulawesi
Desa Tincep Waterfall is a nice roadside waterfall in the Tomohon area, not too far from the city of Manado in north Sulawesi, Indonesia. Visiting Desa Tincep Waterfall… Read More
Kanderawatu Waterfall Near Manado, Sulawesi
Kanderawatu Waterfall is a nice hidden waterfall in the Tomohon jungles, near the city of Manado in north Sulawesi, Indonesia. Visiting Kanderawatu Waterfall The path to Kanderawatu takes… Read More
Mingun Pagoda – Pahtodawgyi Ruins By Mandalay, Myanmar
The awesome Mingun Pagoda (also known as the Pahtodawgyi ruins) is one of the most interesting things to see near Mandalay, Myanmar. This is a giant unfinished monument… Read More
Mount Agung Hike In Bali: Trekking Gunung Agung Volcano + Tours
The Mount Agung Bali volcano is the biggest and baddest mountain peak on the island of Bali, Indonesia, and the hike to the top is out of this… Read More
Gunung Kawi Temple – Ancient Royal Tombs Near Ubud, Bali
The Pura Gunung Kawi Temple is a bit like Bali’s own Valley of the Kings, where ancient royal tombs were carved into a steep cliff wall at the… Read More
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My wife and I are usually traveling in Bali, but my journeys take me to destinations all over the world.
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