Visiting the Galapagos was a bucket list item from the days of middle school, when the Theory of Evolution and the name of Charles Darwin was first introduced to me. The islands and their inhabitants inspired the Origin of Species, and the basis for a very harsh truth - “it is not the strongest of … Continue reading Exploring the Galapagos. First Day in one of My Dream Destinations
So much has been said about Bali. Some will claim the island is heaven, the perfect destination for a dreamy, lush holiday, where you come in touch with your body, with your soul. A transformative visit, that awakes in you a spirituality you didn't even know you possessed. So much so that so many digital … Continue reading The Good & the Bad – my honest opinion of Bali as a solo traveller
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.
The Winged Bone 