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Ruteng Video Tour Posted by sasha on Aug 10, 2016
When traveling across Flores, a stop in the town of Ruteng is a must. From here, you can easily check out the famed Hobbit Cave, as well as the stunning spider web rice fields. Explore these sights and more in this short video tour of Ruteng. Along the way, stop to admire the amazing Flores…
Hobbit Cave & Spider Web Rice Fields in Ruteng Posted by sasha on Aug 8, 2016
After exploring the traditional villages around Bajawa, we continued moving west across Flores. Our next stop was the town of Ruteng, a perfect base for visiting the famed Hobbit Cave and the stunning spider web rice fields. Before you get there, though, there are plenty of places worth stopping at along the way. Beautiful Scenery…
Streets, Beats & Eats – Seminyak Posted by sasha on Jul 27, 2016
Seminyak is one of the most popular areas of Bali. Days here can be spent lounging on the beach, or out in the water surfing or boogie boarding. There are tons of options for dining and nightlife as well. Sunsets are big here, and the party really gets going when the sun goes down. Explore…
Uluwatu and Kecak Dance Video Posted by sasha on Jul 25, 2016
One item that is high atop tour itineraries in Bali is a visit to Uluwatu Temple to see a kecak performance. Explore this important Balinese temple and see highlights from the traditional dance in this short video. Sunset at Uluwatu with the kecak performance is a highlight of any Bali trip.
Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Dance Posted by sasha on Jul 21, 2016
Bali is home to over a thousand pura (temples), which play a vital role in the daily lives of the island’s inhabitants. Temples in every village across the island host important ceremonies, such as Purnama (full moon) and funerals. While each temple is important in its own right, the nine directional temples are a step above the…
Bajawa – Villages and Hot Springs Posted by sasha on Jul 13, 2016
The town of Bajawa in Flores is a great base for exploring traditional Ngada villages and natural hot springs. Check it out in this short video tour, featuring the villages of Wogo and Bena.
Villages and Hot Springs in Bajawa Posted by sasha on Jul 11, 2016
From the sleepy capital of Ende, we continued on our journey across Flores to the town of Bajawa. Located at 1,100 meters above sea level, the cool air of Bajawa is a nice respite from the stifling heat of the lowlands. Although the town isn’t much, the surroundings are well worth exploring. With traditional Ngada…