Alor is a small and non-touristy archipelago of about 20 islands located in the province of Nusa Tenggara East; the inhabitants of this region have a strong cultural identity and are deeply rooted in their traditions.
Trip to Raja Ampat: how to get there and what to do
A trip to Raja Ampat is my dream come true! It’s a rather remote, wild and difficult place to access but it’s worth taking flights and boats to get there because it is one of the most beautiful places in Indonesia.
Pianemo, Raja Ampat
Pianemo, is a white sand bay located in Raja Ampat. It has several coral islands of different sizes and shapes floating in their beautiful crystalline waters.
Kelimutu: three coloured lakes volcano
Kelimutu is an active volcano located at 1639 meters above sea level in Flores Island, Indonesia. What makes it special is the three lakes that change colors over time. Its last eruption was in the year 1968.
Arborek: village in Raja Ampat
Arborek is a small coastal village of about 40 families, located in Raja Ampat (West Papua). I visited this village during the “Trip of Wonders” organized by the Ministry of Tourism of Indonesia.
Takapala: Abui tribe and Lego-Lego dance
During my days in Alor with the Ministry of Tourism of Indonesia, I had the pleasure of visiting the traditional village of Takapala, located 13 kilometers from Kalabahi, the main city of Alor Island.
Best waterfalls in Bali
I imagine you all know that I love Bali: the beaches, the people, the culture, the food … but my favorite are the waterfalls, secret places lost in the jungle. So I want to share with you a list with the best waterfalls I’ve visited in Bali.
Nusa Penida, best things to do
Nusa Penida is a beautiful island of about 60,000 inhabitants located only 35 minutes by boat from the island of Bali. The landscape is natural and almost untouched; the lands are mountainous, thus offering spectacular views of the sea.
Pura Tirta Empul
Pura Tirta Empul is one of the most visited temples in Bali; it’s located at Tampak Siring, about 10 km from the center of Ubud and was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2012.
Padma Ubud: largest infinity-pool in Bali
The hotel chain “Padma” has two locations in Bali, one in Legian and one in Ubud, both inspired by the cultural tradition of the place. After staying at Padma Legian, I went to Padma Ubud, the resort with the longest inifity pool in Bali. Location Padma Ubud is a luxurious 11-hectare hotel located in […]