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
I had an overnight flight from Singapore to the Philippines, which meant I still had a full day in Singapore. During the day, I tried not to do much. It was hot, it was humid... and I wouldn't access a shower until I got to Boracay, which would only happen the next day. Last hours … Continue reading Fom Singapore to the Philippines – time to relax in Boracay
The Batu Caves are likely one, if not the most, famous attraction of Malaysia and of course something I was not going to miss. Located about 13 km north of Kuala Lumpur, you can easily visit this landmark in half a day. I took the train - likely the easiest and most affordable way - … Continue reading Outside of Kuala Lumpur – the famous Batu Caves and Putra Mosque
One of my plans in Kuala Lumpur was to explore art galleries and museums, similar to what I had done in Bangkok. In a way, I was in luck. On the other hand, I was not. Let’s start with the bad news. Similarly to what happened in Georgetown, I struggled to understand opening days and … Continue reading Exploring the artistic scene of Kuala Lumpur
The Winged Bone 