Days like today are the reason I travel. The beauty of some places can often take your breathe away - make you stop and think how much there is to actually see out there. It amazes me as to why more people from the States don't really travel. I can't tell you how many times... Continue Reading →
Indonesia – Last Days in Bali, part 1
I arrived in Ubud, Bali today and it is absolutely beautiful. I am blown away by this place. Its inland, but is the coolest town. The streets are lined with quaint shops featuring hand-made crafts like jewelry, sculptures or paintings. And intermixed are these great little restaurants where you can dine by candlelight or at... Continue Reading →
Indonesia – Endless Nights in the Gili’s
I have spent the last 6 days in the Gili's and had the most amazing time. Gili Traganwan couldn't have been a more perfect destination. The island is mellow, yet full of life and great people. There are no cars, just bikes and horse-pulled carts, which keeps things pretty quiet during the day. At night... Continue Reading →
Indonesia – Gili Traganwan
I arrived in the Gili islands today off the of the coast of Lombok. So far, I am in love. Gili Traganwan is supposed to be the "party island" but it's the low season, so it seems to be the perfect amount of people. The island is lined with restaurants and bars with high platforms... Continue Reading →
Thailand – On the Road
Yesterday was a hellacious day. When I booked my ticket from Ko Tao to Phuket, the agency said I would arrive around 5pm. That was not at all the case. I left Ko Tao about 10am and arrived at the bus station in Phuket after ten. The drive was brutal. We basically were on curvy... Continue Reading →