Tag Archives: Indonesia
Java Highlight Reel Posted by sasha on Apr 26, 2017
Big cities, a vibrant culture, ancient temples, natural wonders, and epic adventures. Here are the highlights of Java. Take a whirlwind tour of Indonesia’s most populous island in this short video, featuring active volcanoes, the biggest Buddhist temple in the world, and the bright blue fire of Kawah Ijen.
Highlights of Traveling in Java Posted by sasha on Apr 19, 2017
When it comes to islands, Java is a behemoth. It’s high up on the list of the world’s biggest islands in terms of size. Java is home to over half of Indonesia’s population (around 145 million people) as well as the capital city. In fact, it’s the most populous island on Earth. Java very much dominates the…
Common Indonesian Dishes Posted by sasha on Apr 12, 2017
As a sprawling archipelago nation composed of 17,000 islands, it should come as no surprise that the cuisine of Indonesia is quite diverse. Each island has its own unique ingredients, cooking methods, and specialties. That being said, there are definitely some common Indonesian dishes that you’ll find all across the country. No matter where you…
Streets, Beats & Eats – Sanur Posted by sasha on Apr 10, 2017
Sanur is a chilled out beach town in the southeast part of Bali. While it attracts tourists, Sanur remains a sleepy Balinese fishing town at its core. With its nice long beach, great restaurants, markets, hotels, and bars, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy a trip to Bali. Check out all that Sanur has to offer in…
A Video Guide to Nyepi Posted by sasha on Mar 27, 2017
Tomorrow is Nyepi, the Balinese New Year. It’s also known as the Day of Silence, because the entire island shuts down. It’s a day of fasting, meditating, and reflecting. No cars are on the road, no businesses are open, and even the airport is closed. In the lead-up to the holiday, there’s a lot going…
Sanur Video Tour Posted by sasha on Mar 22, 2017
Sanur is a traditional Balinese town and a popular beach vacation spot all rolled into one. Although it often gets derided as “Snore,” there’s actually a lot to do here. From cycling tours, to an abandoned theme park, to cool weekend markets, check out 10 things to do in Sanur in this short video.
Sanur – A Classic Bali Town Posted by sasha on Mar 20, 2017
When tourists come to Bali, most head for the happening areas of Kuta, Seminyak, or Ubud. Chasing waves or hitting trendy clubs on the island’s west coast or practicing yoga surrounded by rice fields are definitely the most popular activities. Those looking for a more laid-back trip to the Island of the Gods in a…