Family Friendly Short Escape at The Apurva Kempinski: Exploring the Best of Nusa Dua and Uluwatu

Since our last staycation in Nusa Dua, my husband and I agreed that this area is the most family-friendly destination in Bali. It offers a secure, gated environment, clean white-sand beaches, and calm, shallow waters that are perfect for kids to swim and play. The entire area is thoughtfully designed for families, with many resorts …

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8 Best Italian Restaurants in Bali

Italian cuisine is one of the world's most renowned cuisines. In Bali Indonesia, you can find countless Italian restaurants; even restaurants that don't specialize in Italian food have varied pasta and pizza on their menu. We dine in at Italian restaurants in Bali quite often and I knew the food well hence I can share …

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Things to Do in Canggu with Kids: 9 Best Playground Around Canggu, Bali.

Been living in Canggu, Bali, for some time, and now you need to find new ideas to keep the kids entertained? Or, are you gonna be heading to Bali with kids for a holiday soon? No worries, Bali is an action-packed tropical playground for kids and parents alike. The Island of the Gods has diverse …

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10 Must-Visit Spots in Seseh, Cemagi, and Munggu for a Peaceful Bali Escape

Photo by Man Fong Wong on Pexels.com A laid-back seaside town with stretches of emerald rice fields was the charm that first drew people to Canggu. Today, that scenery has transformed into Baliโ€™s main entertainment hub. Almost every inch of the area is filled with villas, hotels, restaurants, and boutiques. As Canggu becomes more crowded, …

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Pererenan Bali

Top 15 Restaurants & Cafes in Pererenan, Bali’s Coolest Neighborhood

There are plenty of reasons why Pererenan has recently earned its spot as one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world. Some say itโ€™s the calmer, more low-key sister of Cangguโ€”others describe it as effortlessly chic. But if youโ€™ve ever wandered through Pererenan, youโ€™ll know exactly what they mean. The narrow streets are lined with …

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Singapura

Trip Santai 3 Hari di Negeri Singa: Tempat Makan, Shopping, dan Bersantai di Singapura

Gaya traveling saya zaman masih umur 20an sampai pertengahan 30an tuh beda banget dibandingkan sekarang. Kalau dulu suka kejar target ngunjungin sebanyak mungkin attraction di suatu kota/ negara, sejak tahun lalu traveling style saya lebih nyantai. Selain karena pengaruh umur, setelah bolak-balik ke negara yang sama juga bikin saya lebih pengen selow nikmatin yang ada, …

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Sidemen Bali

A Weekend Trip to Sidemen, Bali. A Hidden Gem Destination in Karangasem

Feeling worn down by Cangguโ€™s nonstop buzz and notorious traffic? Trust me, I get itโ€”I live just outside the area and spend most days weaving through the gridlock to work, eat, and play in Baliโ€™s digital-nomad hub. Whenever the chaos gets overwhelming, my husband and I usually escape north. This time, though, our compass turned …

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Experience of 4D3N Boat Trip from Lombok to Labuan Bajo, Flores

The first time I heard about the boat trip from Lombok to Labuan Bajo was when I visited Satonda Island in 2010 for a journalism trip. I saw a boat passing by the island where we were and our guide told me about the boat trip. Since then, I kept dreaming of joining the trip. …

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Beyond the Beach: Discovering Bali’s Cultural Soul Near Canggu

Canggu, Bali, has become heavily Westernized in recent years. Drive along its streets and you'll find rows of Mediterranean-style Canggu villas, minimalist cafรฉs, trendy boutiques, and sleek co-working spaces. The traditional Balinese architectural style has become a rarity, a quiet whisper beneath the hum of modern development. This stands in stark contrast to the Bali …

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Baliโ€™s Low Season: A Rare and Welcome Breather

Photo by Iurii Laimin on Pexels.com As we approach the end of March, Baliโ€™s low season is coming to a close. The period from January to March is typically humid and rainy, which means fewer crowdsโ€”most travelers prefer Bali for its perfect sunny weather and ideal diving conditions. A few weeks ago, I met some …

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Review Jujur Hotel di Hanoi Vietnam & Sapa

Liburan ke Vietnam udah berlalu 2 bulan yang lalu. Tapi kesan dan experience-nya tetap melekat di ingatan dong ya. Salah satunya pengalaman nginep di beberapa hotel di Hanoi, Vietnam dan juga di kota Sapa. Ya gitu deh, experience-nya gado-gado. Ada yang super nyaman dan bikin pengen balik lagi, tapi ada juga kesan yang biasa aja, …

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Traveling ke Sapa Vietnam Bersama Family. One of a Kind Experience di Fansipan

One of my bucket lists this winter adalah Sapa, Vietnam. Karena liburan pertama dan kedua ke Sapa, Vietnam (tahun 2017 & 2018) begitu membekas, bikin saya pengen balik lagi, tapi kali bareng suami dan anak tercinta. Lagipula ada banyak hal baru di Sapa yang bikin kota pegunungan di barat laut Vietnam ini terlihat beda banget. …

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Pengalaman Naik Sleeper Train dari Hanoi ke Sapa, Vietnam PP

The last time I was in Vietnam was in 2018. It means it's been 6 years I didn't go there, hence I took my husband and child to Vietnam musim dingin ini. Goalnya sederhana aja, pengen nunjukkin sekeren apa view pegunungan di Sapa, Vietnam dan agar bisa experience musim dingin di Sapa, Vietnam bersama keluarga. …

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Traveling to Makassar, Sulawesi: 5 Top Attractions You Must Visit

I've been to the east part of Indonesia a few times for work. My memory of the road trip around most of Sumbawa Island and Flores Island is still vivid. While the road trip was mainly challenging, especially in Sumbawa due to improper infrastructure, I enjoyed the scenery very much, especially in Mount Kelimutu in …

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Family Life in Bali Indonesia: Work, Leisure, and Hire Nanny Bali

I recalled 2 years ago when my husband (boyfriend, at that time) asked me to move to live in Bali full-time with him. At first, I was hesitant to leave my comfort and routine in Jakarta. Fast forward 2 years later, we are living in Bali permanently and I can say that we had made …

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Liburan ke Genting Highlands, Negeri di Atas Awannya Malaysia.

Photo by Asim Mateen on Pexels.com Kuala Lumpur dan Penang jadi 2 tujuan kita selama seminggu traveling ke Malaysia. Hanya aja setelah stayed di KL selama beberapa hari, kita merasa pindah ke Penang dengan bus atau kereta bakal gak nyaman bagi Aimee karena waktu tempuhnya lumayan lama. Sedangkan naik pesawat bakal ribet (keinget betapa ribetnya …

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A Weekend Getaway in The Tranquil Amed, Bali

Having lived near the Canggu area for the past three years, I occasionally find myself longing for serene escapes, away from the hustle and bustle. Canggu is vibrant and full of energy, perfect for daily life, but there are times when I crave a break from the tourist crowdsโ€”to immerse in nature, savor peaceful moments, …

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7 Oleh-Oleh Khas Jepang yang Wajib Diborong. Pilih yang Populer atau Otentik?

Hampir semua yang berbau Jepang mendapat tempat spesial di hati orang Indonesia. Gak heran kalau Jepang jadi tujuan traveling no.1 orang Indonesia. Produk Jepang pun selalu laris dibeli para travelers yang tengah jalan-jalan ke Tokyo dan Osaka, tak terkecuali camilannya yang sering dijadikan oleh-oleh khas Jepang. Di penghujung liburan Jepang, sebaiknya kamu luangkan waktu dan …

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5 Reasons Why Kuta Bali is Still Worth to Visit During Holiday

Photo by Joe Fikar on Pexels.com Since Canggu became the most hip and famous place to visit in Bali, Kuta has been painted negatively. Kuta Bali has been seen by many as a backpacker black hole, dangerous, and full of traffic jams. I had even read about travelers warning other travelers not to spend time …

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Traveling ke Malaysia Untuk First Timer: Kota Wajib Visit di Malaysia & Oleh-Oleh Wajib Diborong

Negara mana yang paling banyak dikunjungi turis Indonesia? Suprisingly, jawabannya bukan Jepang, yang konsisten menjadi destinasi wisata paling populer sejak beberapa tahun belakangan, atau Singapura, negara yang paling dekat dan sering dijadikan tujuan liburan para first timer. 2,1 Juta turis Indonesia tercatat traveling ke Malaysia tahun 2023 lalu, menjadikan Malaysia sebagai negara yang paling banyak …

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