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Gili Laba Darat, situated in the Komodo National Park, offers a challenging and rewarding hiking experience with breathtaking panoramic views. The trail takes approximately two hours to complete on rocky terrain with stunning views of the surrounding islands and turquoise waters of the Flores Sea. At the summit, you’ll be rewarded with an awe-inspiring view … Read more
Easter is only a few weeks away so it’s best to start planning your Easter festivities today! Lucky for you, Uluwatu’s prominent clifftop resort, Karma Kandara, has prepared exciting happenings this Easter holiday. With everyone’s favourite springtime holiday fast approaching, Karma Kandara has announced the return of its annual Easter Festival 2023. From 5-11 April … Read more
Do you instinctively know if something is right or possibly more easily feel it when something is wrong? Do you stop and go “hmmm, that ain’t quite right”. Or are you a “shrugger” and just say it’s really not you business? I’m afraid I am very much one of the former. I spend a lot … Read more
Scuba diving in Komodo National Park is an unparalleled experience for diving enthusiasts. With its diverse marine life and crystal-clear waters, the park is a popular destination for divers from around the world. From drift dives to wall dives to night dives, Komodo offers an array of diving opportunities to suit all levels of experience. … Read more
Whether seeking some tranquility from Bali’s busying crowds, or a cosy refuge for rural explorations, this boutique beachfront accommodation, Mayo Resort, welcomes guests into their cosy nook on the island’s northern coastline. Exuding the charm of yesterday’s Bali, Mayo Resort has tucked itself between two of the island’s most sought after environments. On one side, … Read more
Bali’s vast geographical landscape has no limits when it comes to exploring. From the bustling south, the majestic mountains of the east to the wilderness of the west. However, despite once being the gateway to the island, the north Bali coastline seems the least journeyed and explored, and many wonder if north Bali is worth … Read more
Are you seeking an idyllic island getaway with serene white sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a relaxed atmosphere? Look no further than Gili Meno, a peaceful island located near Bali in Indonesia. Despite being the smallest of the three Gili Islands, Gili Meno boasts a wealth of natural beauty, from its renowned sea turtle sanctuary … Read more
Lombok is an island full of crazy adventures only an hour’s flight away from Bali. I spent almost two weeks on the island, exploring the best things to do in Lombok. I visited amazing waterfalls, trekked Mount Rinjani, and explored the south coast near Kuta Lombok. THINGS TO DO IN LOMBOK: THE BUCKET LIST I … Read more
Beginning with a mission to conserve the critically-endangered Bali starling, over the years the Begawan Foundation has itself grown alongside the population of Bali’s endemic bird. Their operations centred in Melinggih Kelod, Payangan, have become breeding grounds, not only for starlings, but for youth education and regenerative farming programs, all of which work in synergy … Read more
Behind the famed Pura Ulun Danau Beratan, a mosque stands tall in the distance The holy month of Ramadan begins on 23 March. So, it is a perfect occasion to ponder about the way religious tolerance functions (or mis-functions) in Bali. I am using these two words because it is part of conventional wisdom – … Read more
