The initial two days in Indonesia weren’t anything particularly exciting. I had read in the guide books that if you fly into Jakarta, you should just get out right away. We found a bus straight from the airport to a … Continue reading
Tag Archives: Southeast Asia
Climbing Volcanoes on Java Without a Tour
While most flee to Indonesia for some hardcore beach time, there are also quite a few volcanos to explore. We were able to break away from the beaches for a few days to trek Bromo and Ijen. We also rented … Continue reading
Beach Paradise in Indonesia
Aside from a couple short volcano treks, we had anticipated that the significant portion of our time in Indonesia would be spent on the beach. It was. Indonesia really had a beach for anyone. Whether you were looking for solitude, … Continue reading
Jumping Off of Waterfalls on the Green Canyon Tour in Pangandaran, Java
Upon arriving in Pangandaran, all of the fellow backpackers at our hostel suggested we take the Green Valley/Green Canyon tour. We had initially anticipated that tours would be expensive and not worth the money, but they assured us that it … Continue reading
Incredible India and my 6 Impossible Things
Incredible India. This phrase doesn’t even begin to scratch the surface of describing this unique country. I was only able to visit a few cities during my time there, but in that short amount of time I had more incredible … Continue reading
What the Heck is Happening Right Now?: Delhi Scams and My First Indian Train Experience
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What the heck is happening right now?
That is a pretty accurate way to describe everything I’m feeling about India. Don’t get me wrong. I love it here. It’s just absolute chaos. I am writing this as I sit in a train. Our space has eight seats. There’s fifteen of us jam packed in here like sardines. Only sardines don’t play cards and yell at each other about the rules, and I doubt they ever put extra sardines in a can on purpose. Continue reading
Two Month Check In
Well it’s been over two months and my world has been turned upside down. I had this image for my future when I left, and now it’s like a tree with each branch being a different possibility. There’s something freeing … Continue reading
One Month Check-In
Well, I’ve been traveling for a little over a month. I’m 1/5 through my journey. Am I 1/5 wiser and more wordly? That remains to be seen I guess. As expected, I’m having the time of my life. There have … Continue reading
Singapore at Night: After the Sun Sets Over Marina Bay
Seeing the light shows in Singapore was absolutely awe-inspiring. I had never in my life witnessed such a spectacle. Usually it’s nature or music that really hits my heart, but the various constructed lights in Singapore were breathtaking. The first … Continue reading
Singapore By Day: Good, Clean, Manufactured Fun
Singapore is a lovely, unique country. With strict laws, the city remains clean and uninhibited by crime. Regular high GDP allows the country to pump money into some really wonderful sights. We spent a day and a half there, so … Continue reading