How could anyone not feel impressed when they get their first glimpse of Maninjau Lake in West Sumatra? Formed by a long-ago volcanic eruption, the 52,000-year-old crater lake is surrounded …
Scoping out the best Nusa Penida snorkel spots, or wondering where you can see manta rays? This Indonesian island is one of the best snorkelling locations near Bali. It attracts …
Puncak Lawang, the viewpoint over the Maninjau crater lake, has to be one of the most impressive places in west Sumatra. The crater lake (also known geologically as a caldera) …
So, you want to go off the beaten tourist track? Check out Harau Valley in west Sumatra, on Indonesia’s largest island. Fondly nicknamed ‘the Yosemite of Indonesia’ by the global …
Searching for the best things to do in Bukittinggi, Sumatra? As one of the largest cities in west Sumatra, Bukittinggi is packed with historic sites and traditional Minangkabau food and …
Trying your best to pick the best El Nido tour for your trip? Everyone who has been island hopping in El Nido has had the same dilemma. “A, B, C …
Selecting your Coron island hopping tours? It’s easy to feel overwhelmed with such a wide range of tours laid out in front of you, visiting lakes, lagoons, World II shipwrecks …
Taking a fortnight-long Sumatra backpacking trip was one of my best travel decisions to date. Despite being the largest island in Indonesia, Sumatra is very much off the typical tourist …
If you’re pondering over what to wear in Sumatra, then you’re not the only one. I spent very little time thinking about my Sumatra packing list – and as a result, …
Finding the best beach in Nusa Penida was my top priority on my Bali trip. Located a short ferry ride from mainland Bali, Nusa Penida is notorious for its dramatic …