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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…
Indonesian Meat and Seafood Vocabulary Posted by sasha on Sep 26, 2016
When traveling in Indonesia – or any country, for that matter – it’s best to eat as the locals do. Eating local is not only more authentic, but it’s also substantially cheaper. Without English menus, though, this can sometimes be a bit tricky. Don’t be that lame tourist who runs to the nearest McDonald’s for…
Tanah Lot Video Tour Posted by sasha on Sep 22, 2016
Bali is the island of a thousand temples, and there seems to be one around every corner. One of the most popular to visit is Pura Tanah Lot, perched on a rock formation in the ocean. We’ve already learned the legend of this famous temple, now it’s time to see what it looks like. Take…
The Legend of Tanah Lot Posted by sasha on Sep 20, 2016
There are many temples in Bali, but perhaps none are more famous than Tanah Lot. This beautiful temple sits on a large offshore rock that has been shaped over the years by the ocean tide. There’s also a fascinating legend behind this temple. Learn about Balinese culture while learning some Indonesian language at the same…