20 Words to Get You (Almost) Anywhere in Indonesia
I once ordered “fried p*ss” instead of “fried potatoes” in a restaurant. And, on presenting a landlady with her key, I announced, “I’m so sorry!...
Tagged: Travel
Time For A Travel "Plan" Rethink…
We’ve crossed five Indonesian islands to get to Kupang, and had to abandon our mission to Papua. Clearly, it’s time for a travel “plan” rethink....
The Sunday Six: The Joys of Asian Roads
1: Bridges Can Be Scary Thanks to Johnny Vagabond for having the presence of mind to photograph this Cambodian bridge after biking over it. I’ve...
What Does A Travelling Single Mum Look Like?
Travelling as a single parent, there generally aren’t that many photos of you. The pic above is one of few with me and Z together,...
Because I Want A Skyline
“Why go to Kupang?!” Z asks, rhetorically, standing skinny in his Simpsons PJs. “Why go to Kupang?! Because we’ve been in Kefa long enough. I’m...
The Sunday Six: Things To Do In Timor Leste
1: Go To An Exhibition There are few books on Timor Leste, so the best way to get a handle on this young nation’s story...
Should I Vaccinate My Child For Travel?
The single most surprising question I get asked by readers of this blog is this: “should I vaccinate my child for travel?” I say “surprising”...
My Father, The Headhunter
Kores holds his father’s weapons proudly in his hands. A short, broad machete, wrapped up in ikat cloth and string, and two crude wooden spears....
And… It's a Wrap
“Mr Z! Mr Z! Where’s Mr Z?!” I gesture, vaguely, towards Customs, where my son is crouched atop our bike. It’s been two weeks since...
Scenes from a Forgotten Conflict
An adult woman weeps as she recalls a childhood spent in prison. The time the soldiers forced her to torture her mother. And the times...