Lovina was just so empty. While this was what I had been looking for, after a few days in a busy Ubud, I was astonished. There were so many restaurants, and homestays. So many taxi drivers waiting for business. It gave it an eeriness I was not expecting. To dolphin watch, to not dolphin watch... … Continue reading Bali Off the Beaten Path: Lovina and Munduk
From Ubud, I hired a driver and did to take me to some landmarks that are on any tourist hit list. In terms of providing me with useful information, both were useless… group tours aren’t really a thing in Bali, and bearing in mind I don’t drive a scooter (and wouldn’t dare to do so) … Continue reading Visiting some of Bali’s top landmarks
The author recounts their experience in Ubud, Bali, starting with an earthquake and intense humidity. Despite the stunning colours of nature and traditional practices, they found Ubud's tourist-centric culture superficial, with overpriced souvenirs and a lack of community engagement. Their itinerary included exploring local temples, enjoying Balinese cuisine, and attending a jewelery-making workshop.
I didn’t stay long in Coron. First, I needed a day to recover from the packed adventure I had just lived with Buhay Isla. Then, I took one of the many tours to visit the lagoons and other snorkelling spots around the area. The amount of natural beauty in the Philippines is incredible. In Coron … Continue reading Coron, my last stop in the Philippines
There are two ways to cross from El Nido to Coron. You can take the ferry, which should take 4 to 5 hours, or make it a multi-day expedition. I decided on the latter, looking for something different and more adventurous. Ferry journey El Nido - Coron and Coron - El Nido. Source: Travel Palawan … Continue reading An Expedition from El Nido to Coron – my experience with Buhay Isla as a solo traveller
The Winged Bone 