Category: Indonesia

Bali's Mount Agung erupting seen from Pura Lempuyang by Brian Crawford.

Where to Get the Best Views of Bali’s Volcano

There are a few natural phenomena that truly impress: total eclipses, calving glaciers, avalanches, tornadoes and, yes, erupting volcanoes. Back in November, we were lucky...

Where Should I Stay in Ubud?

At least once a month somebody asks me, “Where should I stay in Ubud?” To which my answer is, generally, “What’s your budget?” As someone...

Golden sand islet in the Derawans, Indonesian Borneo.

Indonesia Travel Tips

With anything from 13,466 to 18,306 islands, depending who you ask, sprawling over 5,000 kilometres across the equator, Indonesia isn’t the easiest place to navigate...

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CSI: Food

I have undergone some unpleasant eating experiences in my time. Decades have passed since I repressed my gag reflex to swallow rancid, sandy goat fat...