Fine dining or fun dining? How about both! With a ladle on my right hand and tongs on my left, I looked around at my dinner companions to see how everyone is feasting on their Rabbit Ravioli in Langoustine Soup, served in a metal pot. It was the…
These Enchanted Forests Will Take Your Breath Away
We cannot guarantee sightings of nymphs, dryads and fairies, but you will be entranced by the beautiful moss-covered ancient trees on these dreamy mountain forests. Fall under the spell of these five magical groves. A photo posted by 藤井啓太 (@fujiif1919) on Oct 14, 2015 at 8:00pm PDT…
8 Awe-Inspiring National Parks Around Southeast Asia for Nature Lovers
Here are 8 trip-worthy park experiences that will prove unforgettable: 1. The Untouched Beauty of Ulu Temburong National Park, Brunei A photo posted by @celina2567 on Jul 12, 2016 at 1:41pm PDT If you need one reason to visit Brunei, let it be Temburong National Park to…
Exploring Semarang by Bus
A photo posted by New Armada (@newarmada.official) on May 13, 2016 at 1:04am PDT The building was first established by the Dutch to be used as the head office of the colonial government’s railway company. In 1942, this building was taken over by Japanese and turned into a…
An Island-hopping Adventure around Spermonde Archipelago from Makassar
Makassar is mainly seen as a mere gateway to amazing destinations such as Toraja Highlands and Togean Islands, but local travellers know that there is so much more to the city. For example, they often spend their weekends visiting the beautiful Spermonde Archipelago, with the nearest island from…
6 Best Natural Attractions Accessible from Palembang, South Sumatra
https://www.instagram.com/p/BEYg428ARoH/ South Sumatra Province and its capital Palembang hold a special place as the former seat of the Buddhist Empire of Sriwijaya, one of the greatest kingdoms in Indonesian history. Historical significance aside, the province is also blessed with natural beauties that stretch from the foothills of the Bukit…
6 Reasons Why Sukabumi Should be Your Next Weekend Getaway from Bandung
Factory outlets. Tangkuban Parahu Volcano. White Crater. Most visitors to Bandung are already familiar with these attractions. Yet, there’s so much more to discover when it comes to the province of West Java, of which Bandung is the capital. The locals of Bandung are spoilt for choice when…
Best-Kept Secrets: The Other Gilis of Southwest Lombok
Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Gili Meno are collectively known as the “Gili Islands” in English. This is a misnomer, as “gili” simply means “small island” in the local Sasak language. With an area of 4,514.11 km2 (1,742.91 sq mi) Lombok is a huge island, and it is…
12 Celebrity Chef Restaurants in Southeast Asia
Image: Marina Bay Sands We list restaurants of local celebrity chefs who have set up shop in their home countries. This is by no means an exhaustive list, but we hope it gets you started on your gastronomical journey through Southeast Asia. Cambodia A post shared by zee…
5 Reasons Your Next Trip Should Be to Pontianak
Named after a vampiric ghost, the mere mention of the name “Pontianak” piques curiosity. But aside from the obvious kick-ass name, why else should you visit this equatorial city? 1. To be in two places at the same time Photography: Alex Chia Pontianak is one of the few…