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 Bali’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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Canggu, Bali, has become heavily Westernized in recent years. Drive along its streets and you'll find rows of Mediterranean-style Canggu villas, minimalist cafés, 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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Tahun ini saya ngabisin 1 bulan di Eropa Barat. Di Prancis sendiri saya bersama suami dan anak mengeksplor Prancis dari utara sampai ujung selatan. Puas deh ngubek-ubek Prancis di musim semi. Salah satu kota di Prancis yang paling memorable adalah Lyon. Kota ketiga terbesar di Prancis ini gak terlalu besar jadi enak exploringnya. Lyon, Prancis …
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What's not to love about Jimbaran Bali? It's a paradise of white sand, seafood, and dreamy sunsets. Jimbaran has a surprisingly unique combination of luxury resorts within an authentic local community. It’s a great area to relax, have a seafood dinner on the beach, visit the local markets and spend the day at the beach. It …
Yogyakarta is well-known for its historical monuments scattered in its territories such as the magnificent 8th century Borobudur temple, Prambanan temple, and Kraton (The Royal Palace). The center of Javanese culture has gained a reputation as well as a destination nature lovers should visit. It has stunning beaches, caves, a majestic volcano, secret beaches, waterfalls, …
When speaking about a romantic getaway destination, where is the perfect area in Bali if not Ubud? The cultural capital of Bali breathes romance, with its dreamy landscapes, encapsulating culture and all the irresistible adventures you could wish for. Ubud is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, an artistic environment, and abundant romantic villas, spas, and …
When I was told that we are going to visit Normandy, I vaguely remembered, isn't it the place where D-Day occurs?. Dalam hati saya penasaran juga sama Normandia (Normandy), Prancis, karena disinilah lokasi Mont St Michel yang terkenal itu. Karakter Gabriel pada serial Netflix Emily in Paris juga dikisahkan berasal dari Normandia. Hmm, Normandia, Prancis …
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Approaching high season in Bali, tourist begins to arrive on the Island of Gods. For those who fancy a nice vacation while soaking in the culture, the Bali cultural hub, Ubud, is a must-visit destination. I went there last week for a sort of mini honeymoon. We had a rather fancy weekend trip to Ubud, …
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When you only have a weekend and you're craving for exploring a new place, where will you go?. Well, karena saya kangen menjelajah kota dan agak bosen juga setelah berbulan-bulan di Bali doang, I decided to explore kota tetangga Singapura. Terakhir kalinya saya kesana adalah Januari 2020, setelah 16 hari melanglang buana ke Tokyo dan …
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Despite being predicted to be sinking in 30 years, the Indonesian capital has been successfully developing a new Chinatown in the North Jakarta coast as the latest tourist destination. What's the best place to get cultural experiences in Indonesia? You might be surprised if I recommend Jakarta. Yeah, the country's economic, cultural and political center …
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Canggu isn't only known as one of the digital nomad hubs in Southeast Asia but also known for its diverse culinary scene that will spoil your eyes & taste. From Indonesian to Asian and Western cuisine, you've got it all in Canggu. Following my previous article about 10 Best Restaurants in Canggu, Bali, here is …
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The holiday season is here! Sooner than you expect, tourists will be flocking Canggu, currently the most hipster area in Bali also digital nomads hub in Southeast Asia. Following the previous article about 10 Restaurants in Canggu, Bali Worth to Visit, here I am gonna give recommendations about where to eat, drink, and spend good …
Salah satu godaan yang susah dilawan saat liburan ke Bali adalah culinary scene-nya. Apalagi kalau tinggal di Bali dan dekat dengan pusat turisme di selatan, seperti Seminyak, Petitinget, Batu Belig, dan Canggu. Selama tinggal di Canggu, kerjaan saya sehari-hari biasanya nyobain restoran, bar dan coffee shop yang kelihatan ramai, berdesain interior & eksterior menarik, serta …
It's been over a month since I start a new life in Canggu, Bali. Much like when I was staying in Ubud, my days is filled with restaurants, bars, cafes hopping & socializing. I find some have excellent food, while others have nice interior design and ambiance but their food is just okay. For you …
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As I said on the latest post, my recent trip was more like a restaurant tour in Ubud, Bali. Ubud was nearly empty due to the pandemic, but it's perfect for me who was purposely coming to Ubud to find some peace and serene moments after the bustling life in Jakarta. During my stay in …
It's only 1 hour away from Vienna, Austria. I shouldn't have wasted this chance to visit Slovakia, haven't I? Yap, bener banget. Hanya karena saat riset sebelum berangkat Europe trip kedua saya melihat di map kalau Bratislava letaknya deket banget dengan Vienna, makanya saya jalan-jalan ke Bratislava. Cuma 1 jam jaraknya gitu loh, sayang banget …
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Travel to Jogja for food? Why not? Jogja or Yogyakarta isn't just all about Javanese culture & nature, is it?. When you're done exploring its historical places or enjoying Jogja's natural scenery, then it's the right time for you to try some of its best cuisines. I’ve picked the 4 best restaurants in Jogja you …
How many of us keep wondering, looking for information from friends, locals, and the internet about when Bali is reopened for international tourists?. It's been a year we all lost our freedom to travel, which arguably one of our basic necessities. While some of us still can travel domestically or to some nearby countries, depending …
The times I lived in Hanoi, Vietnam was among the most special for me. It was the beginning of my adventures and life as a digital nomad. Selama hampir 1 tahun tinggal di Hanoi, Vietnam, saya sering mondar-mandir keluar masuk restoran dan kafe di Hanoi. Sebagian buat hang out sisanya untuk kerja karena saya bisa …
Let me tell you one thing. I have mixed feelings towards Osaka, which is why I decided to write about my travel journey in Kobe first instead of Osaka. My reason is largely connected to the'nightmare' I had during new year's eve in Dotonburi, the liveliest place to celebrate new year in Osaka. But although …
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