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Nusa Penida is full of beautiful scenic viewpoints and hidden spots, but if you’re looking for one that is truly remote, Batu Siha Beach is where it’s …

Koh Tao is famous for the scenic twin islands at Nang Yuan, but the less known John Suwan Viewpoint actually has some of the very best views. …

As a kid I was a big fan of Samurai and Japanese history, so when I was passing through Tokyo last week I knew I had to …

Indonesia’s drone laws are pretty relaxed and sensible, so Bali drone photography opens up a world of possibilities. This is the perfect way to take pictures of …

Wat Koh Tao temple is a Buddhist temple on the island of Koh Tao in Thailand. It’s a modern temple, so there’s not a lot of history …

Anisakan Falls (also known as the Dat Taw Gyaint Waterfall in Burmese) is a nice hike in the mountains of northern Myanmar. This trail is budget friendly, …

Coban Pelangi Waterfall is one of the less known waterfalls in the Malang area of East Java, Indonesia. The name Coban Pelangi means ‘rainbow waterfall’ and it …

The Taman Sari waterfall is a small but nice spot on the same road as the famous Tibumana waterfall. Also known as the Pengibul Waterfall, it’s a …

In 2018, I got the chance to visit a place I’d never been before: Sulawesi, one of the largest and most underrated islands in Indonesia. These Sulawesi …

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 …

Puyung Beach on Nusa Penida island is one of the nicest white sand beaches in Bali, but it’s still completely unknown to most visitors. This beach also …

The Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall in Taipei city is one of Taiwan’s most famous landmarks. This place is a must see if you’re ever in Taipei, …

One of the easiest waterfalls to visit in Bali is probably the Layana waterfall, located just east of Ubud. This is a nice 2 step waterfall that …

Even though Nusa Penida isn’t near as big of an island as Bali (with 4 percent of Bali’s land mass), you can still expect to spend hours …

One of the most popular places in Nusa Penida is easily Crystal Bay, but just a 20-30 minute walk over the hill from Crystal Bay is a …

The Bali marigold fields in Temukus village might just be one of the most unique and unexpected landscapes on the island. You won’t see any of the …

Even after many years exploring Bali, I’m always discovering new things to do here. Bali is a place where, in the space of a week, you can …

The Pererenan Cliff is a great place to stop on the west coast of Penida. There’s a white-knuckle hiking path on the cliffside that you can use …