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2 Weeks in Bali Posted by sasha on Aug 6, 2015
Bali is one of those places that makes you just want to stay forever. The sandy beaches, rolling terraced rice paddies, colorful culture, delicious cuisine, and wild nightlife tend to have visitors here echoing a similar phrase – “I’m never leaving!” While it would be great to set up shop and just stay in Bali…
Explore the Monkey Forest in Ubud, Bali Posted by sasha on Jul 29, 2015
Explore the Monkey Forest in Ubud, one of the most popular tourist attractions in all of Bali. Check out the temples, carvings, fountains, and of course, the hundreds of Balinese long-tail monkeys.
10 Things I Love About Bali Posted by sasha on Jul 21, 2015
Paradise is a word that often gets kicked around when talking about Bali, and for good reason. It’s no doubt that the Island of the Gods is one of the top vacation destinations in the world, as people flock here to relax on the beach, experience the culture, partake in countless adventures, or just party…
Snorkeling in Pemuteran, Bali Posted by sasha on Jul 9, 2015
Most travelers to Bali only visit the south part of the island, as it’s near the airport and full of hotels. However, those adventurous folks who travel to the Island of the Gods by water from Java can start their trip in much quieter, more peaceful places than the south. Check out Pemuteran, a small…
The Blue Fire of Kawah Ijen Posted by sasha on Jul 6, 2015
Although we were exhausted from our epic trip to Mt. Bromo, there was one more thing we just had to do on Java before crossing over to the Island of the Gods – hike into the volcanic crater of Kawah Ijen to see the famed blue fire. After another long trip with multiple bus rides…
Yogyakarta to Mt. Bromo (Part Three) Posted by sasha on Jun 29, 2015
Our epic journey from Yogyakarta to Mt. Bromo comes to an and as we finally hike up to the top of the volcano to stare down into its steaming crater. Up in the middle of the night, we made the tough hike to the sunrise viewpoint, only to have the clouds spoil our morning. At…
Staring into a Volcanic Crater at Mt. Bromo Posted by sasha on Jun 24, 2015
After a ridiculous trip from Yogyakarta, which involved an overnight train, three angkots (local buses), and one terrifying motorbike ride flying across the Sea of Sand, we finally arrived at Gunung Bromo (Mt. Bromo). The name of this active volcano is derived from the Javanese word for Brahma, the Hindu god of creation. For visiting the…