Alohaa~ I hope you had a nice weekend! Today, let me take you to explore Ruteng, a small city in Flores, Indonesia! This is the third saga of my Flores overland trip blog posts. Previously, we went to Ende and Bajawa. I guess some of you can’t wait to read about the Komodo National Park. Be patient, guys… After this blog post, okay? Hehe! The purpose of writing about my Flores overland trip is to share with all of you that there is more to see than Komodo National Park and Labuan Bajo. My Flores overland trip route:Ende > Bajawa > Ruteng > Labuan Bajo + Komodo National Park Alright,…
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Flores Overland Trip: What to Do in Bajawa
Hello, guys! Previously, I shared with you my Day 1 Flores overland trip, where we explored Ende. Now, let me take you to Bajawa! My Flores overland trip route:Ende > Bajawa > Ruteng > Labuan Bajo + Komodo National Park I was in Flores for 7D6N with my mother and sister. Before the trip, we had low expectations of the food, considering Flores was a remote island. We thought since it wasn’t as popular or developed as Bali, the food would be just okay. But during the trip, we were spoiled with delicious food! I’m not being biased here just because I’m an Indonesian, okay? Hehe… And Bajawa has a…
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Flores Overland Trip: What to Do in Ende
Hi, guys! Last week, I returned from my Flores overland trip, Indonesia—it was memorable! Now, let me take you to Ende, my first stop of the journey ✨✨✨ Before that, did you know that Komodo Island is near Labuan Bajo, Flores? If you plan to see Komodo dragons, you might as well explore other cities in Flores rather than just staying in Labuan Bajo. Maximize your flight tickets, baby! My Flores overland trip route:Ende > Bajawa > Ruteng > Labuan Bajo + Komodo National Park There are two ways to reach Ende from Kuala Lumpur: The first option seems like the most efficient and cost-saving. However, I feel there’s nothing…
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What to See in Samosir Island, Indonesia
Hi, everyone! I’m excited to introduce you to another interesting destination in Indonesia: Samosir, an island in Lake Toba, Sumatra! Life in Samosir Island is very quiet and slow-paced. Usually, European tourists come here during summer to admire Lake Toba and explore the island with motorcycles. Besides enjoying the scenery, there are some historical places, the tallest Christ statue in the world, traditional markets, and more to see on this island. To explore Samosir leisurely, you can stay 2-3 days on the island and rent a private tour guide+car or motorcycle. How to Get to Samosir Island, Indonesia First, take a flight to Medan then take a taxi to Parapat.…
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Sea and Self-Love at Lelewatu Resort Sumba
Hi everyone! It’s almost the end of the year, what’s better than treating yourself? What about staying in the beautiful Lelewatu Resort, Sumba? Lelewatu Resort Sumba is a 5-star resort located on a cliff, built by a local. This luxurious resort will pamper you with a beautiful, quiet sea view. It gives a similar vibe to luxury resorts in Bali ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ By the way, this isn’t a paid post. I usually travel on a budget, but at the beginning of the year, I decided to book a one-night stay here as my birthday present. Why I Chose Lelewatu Resort Sumba Because I love the sea! I love hearing…
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Chasing Beaches and Waterfalls in Sumba, Indonesia
Hi, guys! This week, let me show you the beautiful beaches and waterfalls in Sumba, Indonesia 😍 📸 ✨ In this blog post, we will visit three Sumba beaches: Mandorak Beach, Watubela Beach, Puru Kambera Beach, and Walakiri Beach (bonus: Waikuri Lagoon). Meanwhile, the stunning Sumba waterfalls we’ll explore are Weekacura Waterfall, Lapopu Waterfall, and Tanggedu Waterfall. Actually, I was supposed to visit Waimarang Waterfall too, but I skipped it because the pathway was tough. At some point, I would have to become ‘Jane’ as I need to use a tree root as a rope to go down! 😂 If you love nature, you can enjoy the view in peace…
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Chasing Hills, Savannas, and Sunsets in Sumba
Hi, guys! Happy Deepavali to all of you who are celebrating! This week, let’s explore beautiful hills and sunsets in Sumba, Indonesia 🌄😍📸 So, where is Sumba? It’s an island in East Nusa Tenggara, just a 1.5-hour flight from Bali! If you love beaches, waterfalls, and sunsets, you’ll love this underrated destination because you’ll be able to enjoy them as if you were on a private island 😎😎😎 Seriously, this island is very quiet and calm because there aren’t many tourists, thanks to its mini airport which caters to only 3 flights/day. For content creators, you can shoot videos and re-take videos as many times as you want, without disruption……
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Baliem Valley Festival Budget Tour: Visitting Obia Village on Day 4
Hi, guys! This is the final saga of my Baliem Valley Festival budget tour travel diary. In this post, I will show you the beauty of Obia Village in Wamena, Papua, Indonesia. Yesterday, my friend asked me if the tribes were exploited for the festival. The answer is no. The Baliem Valley Festival was held to preserve the Papua culture and show it to the world. That’s why they wore traditional accessories and koteka during the festival, danced, and performed mock wars. Many, many years ago, there were real wars between the tribes. However, that’s no longer the case. Also, they wear normal clothes like us in their daily lives.…
