A trip to Kalimantan offers some of the best adventures you can have on earth, from trekking through the jungle to swimming with jellyfish, the island has a lot to offer to nature lovers and adrenaline junkies. Even if a good part of the island has been destroyed by palm oil and paper industries, there’s […]
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Visiting Mount Lawu, Java’s Sacred Mountain – Day Trip from Solo
Gunung Lawu, or Mount Lawu, located near Solo in Central Java, is one of the holiest pilgrimage sites in Java. Every year, thousands of Hindus come to search for guidance and enlightenment. The temples there date back to the 14th century. Legend has it that after the Majapahit Kingdom fell to Islam and most of […]
Best Things to do in Tentena, Sulawesi – Complete Travel Guide
Tentena, located in Central Sulawesi between the Togian Islands and Tanah Toraja, is a lovely spot to relax and enjoy the surrounding nature. It’s a tranquil place that sees few tourists. Tentena has a lot to offer and is definitively worth a visit. If you’re there in August, you’ll be able to witness the Danau […]
Lore Lindu National Park: Bada Valley Megaliths in Sulawesi, Indonesia
Located deep into a lush jungle in central Sulawesi, Lore Lindu National Park is a must-see if you’re in Indonesia. It is well known for its impressive scenery, diverse wildlife, and most of all, for its 700 years old megaliths, some of which are dated as far as 3000 BC. This UNESCO biosphere reserve sees […]
Visiting Trowulan and the Ruins of the Majapahit Empire
Java is famous for its many Hindu ruins, especially for its two UNESCO world heritage sites: Borobudur and Prambanan Temples. But the Hindus left much more behind, East Java is a goldmine for ruins from ancient civilizations. Trowulan is a less known site near Mojokerto, hence not many tourists make the trip there, but it’s […]
Day Trip to Mount Bromo – Sunrise Over Indonesia’s Best Volcano
East Java is famous for its many wonders and especially its volcanoes, some are still really active and all are spectacular. The most famous ones being Mount Bromo and Ijen Volcano. Although Mount Bromo is still active, you can still hike to the summit and see the crater from up close. Most people go on […]
So’E: Exploring Timor’s traditional villages
Timor is famous for its many traditional villages and its bee-hive houses. Listed below, you’ll find some places to visit to learn more about the incredible Timorese culture. You can stay in the town of So’E, Timor, a good base to explore the surrounding traditional villages, or take a day trip from Kupang. Related – […]
20+ Most Beautiful Thai Islands to Visit in Thailand
Thailand is one of the most visited destinations in Asia, and it’s not for nothing. A dream destination for many, Thailand features stunning scenery, paradise-like beaches, world-renown gastronomy, and cultural treasures. Deciding where you should go can be an arduous task as there are so many wonderful destinations in Thailand. To help you plan your […]
Semau Island Travel Guide + Things to do in Kupang
Semau Island is a secret spot, unknown to most tourists. The beaches there are probably the most beautiful I’ve seen so far. The sand is super white and thin, and the water is as clear as it gets, and the best part is, there’s no one there. It’s a little bit hard to get to […]
10-day Thailand Itinerary – How to spend 10 days in Thailand
With its pristine beaches, lush jungles, varied wildlife, and incredible culture, without forgetting about the food, Thailand is one of the most stunning places in Southeast Asia, and for that, one of the most visited countries in the world as well. If you are thinking of traveling to Thailand and wondering what you can visit […]
