Archive for October, 2016
Words used to describe facial expressions in Indonesian Posted by asimonoff on Oct 31, 2016
The ability to catch someone’s facial expressions is important to building an effective communication. Though nothing is said verbally, there is much to be understood about the messages we send and receive through the use of this nonverbal communication. Facial expressions are important parts of how we communicate and how we develop impressions of the people around…
Indonesian Fruit Vocabulary Posted by sasha on Oct 25, 2016
Fruit (buah) is an important part of the Indonesian diet. Markets all over the massive archipelago nation are stocked with all kinds of fresh, tropical fruits. Before we get into how fruit is eaten in Indonesia, let’s learn some vocabulary. Indonesian Fruit Vocabulary Here are 30 Indonesian words for fruits. You’ll notice that some are…
Kanawa Island & Pink Beach Video Posted by sasha on Oct 20, 2016
After sorting out a boat in the town of Labuan Bajo, it’s time to head out on a 2-day adventure to explore Komodo National Park. Enjoy the beautiful views all around, snorkel with giant manta rays, and kick back on the stunning Pink Beach. See all this and more in Part One of our video…
Komodo Trip (Part One) Posted by sasha on Oct 18, 2016
There are lots of amazing experiences to be had traveling across Flores. Snorkeling and visiting remote islands near Maumere. Hiking up to see sunrise over the three colored lakes of Mt. Kelimutu. Taking in the unique villages and local culture in the villages around Bajawa. These are all great, but the real star of Flores…
Indonesian Meat and Seafood Vocabulary (Video) Posted by sasha on Oct 13, 2016
Don’t go hungry when traveling in Indonesia! Learn some Indonesian vocabulary for meat and seafood in this short video. Technically, you should add the word for meat (daging) before the animal – i.e. daging ayam, daging babi, daging sapi. For practical purposes, though, this isn’t necessary. When you’re in a restaurant ordering, they’re going to…
Labuan Bajo Video Tour Posted by sasha on Oct 10, 2016
After an awesome 2-week journey across Flores, we reach our final destination – Labuan Bajo. This fishing town at the western end of the island is a popular spot for diving and taking boat trips to see the Komodo dragons. Before heading out on a boat trip, spend a night or two in the town…
A Few Days in Labuan Bajo Posted by sasha on Oct 5, 2016
Located on the western end of Flores, Labuan Bajo is the logical place to either start or finish your trip across the island. Once a tiny fishing village, it has developed into a bustling tourist center – at least as far as Flores is concerned – thanks to its excellent diving and proximity to islands that…