Where to Surf in Java: 11 Best Spots
Java may not be as famous as Bali or Mentawai when it comes to surfing, but this island quietly hides ...
How to Get from Java to Bali
If you’re currently in Java and planning a trip to Bali, there are several ways to make the journey. In ...
March in Indonesia: Best Places to Visit (and Avoid)
March in Indonesia can be a bit of a challenge for travelers. It’s still part of the rainy season, which ...
February in Indonesia: Best Places to Visit (and Avoid)
February in Indonesia falls within the rainy season, but that doesn’t mean it’s a bad time to travel. In fact, ...
January in Indonesia: Best Places to Visit (and Avoid)
Where should you go in Indonesia this January—and which destinations are better saved for another time? In this guide, I’ll ...
Mentawai Surf Guide: Best Spots, Seasons, Costs & Travel Tips
Off the west coast of Sumatra, the Mentawai Islands are Indonesia’s crown jewel for surfing—offering powerful, consistent waves in a ...
Mentawai Tribe: How to Visit Ethically
Deep in the tropical rainforests of Siberut Island, West Sumatra, lives the Mentawai Tribe—one of Indonesia’s oldest indigenous communities, still ...
Mentawai Islands Guide: Where Surfing Meets Indigenous Tribe
Hidden off the west coast of Sumatra and really close to Padang city, the Mentawai Islands are one of Indonesia’s ...
Bintan Island: Things to Do on a Quick Getaway from Singapore
Did you know there’s an exotic island in Indonesia just a short hop away from Singapore? In just about an ...
14-Day Java Itinerary Full of Hidden Gems
Wondering what to do with 14 days in Java? You might think of popular spots like Yogyakarta, Mount Bromo, or ...