Indonesia

A Comprehensive Guide To Kawah Ijen: Indonesia’s Best Volcano

Okay, so I know the title can be seen as subjective, but having been all over Indonesia I’m comfortable saying that Ijen is the best volcano in Indonesia. Known as Kawah Ijen in Indonesian, this volcano is located in the southernmost tip of Java. The thing that makes this place extremely unique is that it is actually an active sulfur mine. That’s right, there are around 200 people every day hard at work…

How To Get To Ijen From Bali

Ijen is one of the most unique volcanoes in Indonesia, if not the world. It’s claim to fame? The constant burning of sulphur deposits means Ijen is always spurting blue flames out of it’s crust. While getting there is by no means quick, going to Ijen from Bali can be cheap…if you plan it correctly. What Is Mount Ijen? Mount Ijen, also called Mt Ijen or Kawah Ijen, is a…

The Best Komodo National Park Speed Boat Tour

If you want to visit Komodo National Park, you have a plethora of options. From doing a liveaboard, to hiring a boat and skipper and doing it private, there is an option for every price point. I believe the best way to see the the park is to do a Komodo National Park speed boat tour. This allows you to see a whole bunch of stuff in one day (which means needing to spend less…

How To Get To Komodo National Park

Komodo National Park is considered one of the New 7 Wonders of the world (although also on this new list is Jeju Island which in my opinion doesn’t deserve to be in the top 100, so make of that what you will). However this place is truly one of the most awesome places I’ve been to and I was definitely impressed with the experience. There are two ways to visit Komodo…

Which Gili Island Is Right For You

If you are traveling around Indonesia, chances are you’ve heard of the Gili islands. The name is a bit of a misnomer as ‘Gili’ means Island in Indonesian, but that’s just like calling something Chai Tea or what have you. These three tiny islands are off the northwest coast of Lombok. In order of size from largest to smallest they are: Gili Trawangan (aka Gili T), Gili Meno, and Gili Air. Each of…

Hotel Review: Lucky’s Bar & Cottages Gili Air

If you have ever have been to Bali, you have probably heard about three islands not too far away, where many people go for a few days. All the stories make you imagine a paradise with white send, warm water and tropical fruits. So that was what I was expecting from this part of Indonesia as well. What I saw when I arrived, and what bloggers forget to mention about Gili islands and what’s…

Hotel Review: Song Broek Jungle Resort

We were first inspired to stay at Song Broek Jungle Resort because of their fantastic pool. It is a bit like a discount version of the famous Hanging Gardens of Bali, and as we weren’t trying to spend $500+ a night, this place worked out perfectly. The hotel is located about 30 minutes north of Ubud city in an area called Pajangan. We decided to come here after staying at Rumah Erwin in central…

Where To Eat In Ubud

Ubud is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Bali for foreigners and Indonesian visitors alike. It is located in the center of the island and is filled with tons of great things to do. As everyone needs to eat, this list of where to eat in Ubud should be useful. I’ve given a selection of different cuisines and different price points in the hope there will be something for everyone. Where…

What To Do In Ubud

Ubud is one of the most popular areas in Bali, and for good reason. It is located nowhere near the ocean, and does not even have a big party scene. What it does have is an escape from all of that. If you are coming to Ubud, chances are you want to relax, do yoga, eat healthy, and otherwise not do much. For those who want to do more stuff, then this list is for…

The Best Waterfalls In Ubud

Ubud is a very well-known spot in Bali for tourists, mostly because around this area there are so many things to do. And the best of them all are the famous waterfalls in Ubud! I recommend visiting four spots with five waterfalls around Ubud city, which can easily be done in a day. The most incredible places nature has created in the middle of the island are what you definitely need to see if…