The Gems of Riau
The Riau Islands is home to what is decidedly one of Indonesia’s favoured destinations – Batam and Bintan. Bridging the heart of Singapore with the lush scenery of Indonesia, the islands have seen growth in both business and tourism. The main islands are Batam, Rempang, Galang, Bintan, Bintan, Kundur, and Karimun. Batam and Bintan are among
Belitung: Beaches, Boulders and Books
Belitung Island emerges gracefully from the Java Sea inviting exploration. It does not disappoint. It is unquestionably a place of extraordinary and untouched beauty. The beaches, with their chalky white sand, are some of the most exquisite in South East Asia. Granite boulders rise out of the sea like giant megaliths. My exploration started with
No Fast Boat for Me: Fly Your Way to Gili T
The Gili Islands off the north west coast of Lombok have long been popular escapes for those living or holidaying in Bali, but for the first time ever you’ll be able to fly in a helicopter over the Bali Sea to get to these paradise destinations, without a doubt the fastest way to Gili T
Bijoux Bajo: Exploring Flores in Style
Once a regency of sleepy fishing villages with empty white sand beaches and bay islands, Manggarai on the island of Flores in East Nusa Tenggara is now on the verge of becoming the next “it” tourism destination in Indonesia. Its extraordinary marine life is definitely an attraction, but more so are its unspoiled, off-the-beaten-track natural
Discovering The Wonders of Komodo Island with Seraya Resort
Once a destination only ventured by the brave and the adventurous, the islands surrounding Komodo Island in East Nusa Tenggara have now attracted the well-heeled, sun-seeking travellers thanks to the establishment of posh resorts such as Seraya Resort. As a definition of a tropical barefoot luxury in its truest form, Seraya Resort offers a glimpse
The Green Belts of North Sumatra
Indonesia’s third largest province, North Sumatra is where Toba, Earth’s biggest volcanic caldera, formed around 1.3 million years ago. Incredibly diverse and still relatively untouched by tourism, it is a place with awe-inspiring wonders that one must visit at some point in their lives. We put together a curated list of three natural attractions in
Lombok: An Escape Across the Wallace Line
The warmth of the sun, the wind in hair, and a good book to read, my voyage to Lombok was filled with sunny days, and warm breezes. The short geographical distance between Bali and Lombok can hardly represent the actual differences between these two islands. Lombok has a drier, more arid environment, and having
Flourishing Flores
Quiet, unknown fishing villages with empty white sand beaches and bay islands just a few years back, Flores is now is now set to become the next “it” tourism destination in the country. Its extraordinary marine life is definitely an attraction, but more so are its unspoiled, off-the- beaten-track natural gems. One developing area in
A Getaway to the Gilis
Life offers stupendous opportunities for everyone to explore, discover and to comprehend the intricate and obscure workings of nature. As far as I am concerned, this opportunity has been bestowed upon us in the form of travelling because it allows one to discover the unknown and to complete the missing dots. One such opportunity to
A Voyage To The East
The warmth of the sun, the wind in hair, and a good book to read, your sea voyages to the neighbouring eastern islands will be filled with sunny days, warm breezes and starlit nights. Cruising in a destination such as the Indonesian archipelago, where each stop leads you to something new and every moment on
Rediscovering Sumba
Returning to an emerging travel destination after a gap of a few years can often be a cause for disappointment. With the rush of unfettered development so often destroying the magic that makes a destination special, transforming it from pristine beauty to a tangled polluted mess, I wondered how much Sumba had changed since my
Taking it Easy in Gili Trawangan
If escaping to an exotic island has been one of those things that you’ve dreamed about, here’s some good news: It’s easy to do. Let’s embark on an unforgettable tropical escape to a tiny island called Gili Trawangan. That’s right, immerse yourself in the beauty of Trawangan; watching the sun rise and set, and listening
