An epic hike to the little-known Orong Bukal cliff jumping spot and the scenic beach of Pentai Pilling in Southwest Lombok, Indonesia. Located on the southern coast of Sekotong in Lombok is one of the most dramatic coastlines on the island. This region is little-known, even by locals, but in my opinion boasts Lombok’s most […]
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Nepal’s Three Passes Trek is perhaps the greatest trekking adventure you can have in the Khumbu (Everest) region of Nepal. Also known as the Three High Passes, this loop trek wraps around Sagarmatha National Park, leading trekkers over three passes: Kongma La at 5,550 m (18,209 ft), Cho La at 5,420 m (17,782 ft), and […]
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A complete all-budget accommodation guide to the six best areas to stay in Lombok, Indonesia. Whether you’ve come to witness its picturesque waterfalls, chill on its white sandy beaches, or climb Mount Rinjani, the island of Lombok will leave you longing to come back. However, with so many different regions to explore, from the surf […]
On a map, North Sentinel Island looks like any other idyllic spot in the Indian Ocean. Fringed with beaches and crystal cobalt waters, it lies in the Andaman archipelago of the Bay of Bengal. North Sentinel Island, however, is unlike any other. It has been described as ‘the hardest place in the world to visit’, […]
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Tetebatu Waterfall, also known as “Durian Indah” is a scenic set of waterfalls with great swimming opportunities in central Lombok. The traditional village of Tetebatu is home to several seasonal waterfalls. However, the most well-known and in my opinion, the most worthwhile is a small waterfall named “Durian Indah” which translates to “Beautiful Durian” in […]
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Discover Saleh Bay in Sumbawa, Indonesia’s top spot for snorkeling with whale sharks, easily accessible from Lombok. Snorkeling with whale sharks is a dream for many adventurers, and Sumbawa, Indonesia, stands out as one of Asia’s best destinations for this unforgettable experience. The tranquil waters of Saleh Bay are home to a unique group of […]
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Getting from Bali to Lombok involves choosing either a fast ferry, a slow public boat, or taking a flight. Bali’s sister island, Lombok, is slowly becoming one of Indonesia’s many unmissable travel destinations. Luckily, getting to Lombok is easy if you’re starting your journey in Bali. I’ve visited Lombok several times over the years and […]
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To reach Gili Trawangan (Gili T) from Bali, choose between various fast boat (ferry) services from Padang Bai, Serangan, Nusa Penida, and Amed Ports. While Gili T is gaining popularity, many first-time travelers still don’t know that this beautiful sandy island is located on the coast of the island of Lombok, not Bali. Therefore, getting […]
Our favourite inspirational travel quotes that encouraged us to travel – with abandon – over the years. Maybe they will do the same for you… For us, there is no such thing as luxury travel; travel is, by default, a luxury. It is a privilege provided by the country of our birth, a privilege that […]
The legend of Jaipur is that it’s India’s first planned city. Historians will tell you that the city’s founder – scholarly prince Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II – was passionate about astronomy, mathematics and science, that he studied European cities and collected maps from all over the world. They will tell you that he and […]