Ah, Bagan! Memorable not only because of the scenery but the people in it.
Myanmar: Feats of Solitary Pleasure
Mandalay Spartan and safe. Two words that come to mind once you land on the relatively new Mandalay international airport. The mix of tourists and locals taking and gathering their bags surrounded by the airport staff conveys a simple message “You are safe.” The various stalls with the sign “Money Changer” can be seen as... Continue Reading →
Bunaken: A Reluctant Return to Diving
Bunaken - one of the places a diver puts in his bucket list hoping one day it will become a reality. Often described as a ‘diving heaven’ due to the rich underwater flora and fauna as well as the number of dive sites one can get lost in. After taking refresher dive in Donsol,... Continue Reading →
Living in Jakarta means in constant search of some clear, blue salty water that laps on to your toes every 5 seconds. The nearest source of that lapping waves is Pulau Seribu or Thousand Islands, located near the north of Jakarta in tthe Java Sea and West Jakarta Bay. If perchance you have visited the main... Continue Reading →
(Day 3)East to Central Java and back: A five day sojourn in a van and other places.
Banyuwangi is located in the easternmost part of Java. It may look monotonous but it will give you reasons to smile and unwind. It's one of those 'sleepy towns' you read in a book where everything looks serene and perfect while hiding a dark secret underneath. Walking around the main street, you feel the whip of fresh air... Continue Reading →
East to Central Java and back: A five day sojourn in a van and other places. (Days 1 & 2)
Day 1: Surabaya "Pack your bags the night before. If it takes you a really long time to find, choose and pack your clothes and other unnecessary-but-you-might need things, then skip sleep and just get ready early that you don't miss your flight" The Jakarta-Surabaya plane ride takes an hour. Don't sleep the night before and leave early... Continue Reading →
Embrace what you fear. For solo travelling, just go. You won't regret it. I didn't.
chronically gallivanting 