Articles tagged ‘Beyond Bali’
The Lombok Project
By Barrie | June 1st, 2008 |
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Lombok has always lagged behind Bali in regards to tourism. These days, Lombok is used as a stepping stone to the nearby Gili Islands. This doesn’t mean that there is nothing to do on the island. On the contrary, Lombok is an island of stunning palm-fringed, white sand beaches and the interior of the island [...]
Hari Raya Waisak: Indonesia
By Barrie | May 20th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
Today in Bali and across Indonesia is Waisak Day. This is a Bhuddist holiday to celebrate the anniversary of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Bhuddism. To all my friends that are Bhuddist I wish to express…
SELEMAT HARI RAYA WAISAK
Hari Waisak - Waisak Day
A Lesson from Waisak
By Barrie | May 20th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
Today, Buddhists across the country will celebrate Waisak, to commemorate the birth of the Lord Buddha, his enlightenment and passing more than 2,500 years ago. As in the past the faithful gathering at Borobudur Temple in Magelang and other areas will include those who traveled from other countries, an annual reminder of old creeds that [...]
Visit Indonesia Year 2008
By Barrie | May 15th, 2008 | 3 Comments »
We are almost halfway through this year and across Indonesia it is Visit Indonesia Year 2008 and every province has some manner of activity planned as well as the normal yearly festivals. It is an exciting year for the government because it gives them the chance to showcase the beautiful archipelago, its people and culture. [...]
Flights to Sabah from Bali Confirmed
By Barrie | May 4th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
Although not a part of Indonesia, the province of Sabah in northern Borneo (Kalimantan) is still one of the most desired destinations for the adventurous traveller. Having only been there once and also to Sarawak, it is one place that I would highly recommend. If you are in Bali or Jakarta and wish to explore [...]
Ecotourism and Development in Bali
By Barrie | April 28th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
In a world where travellers are increasingly aware of the environment and the places they visit and the impact they will have upon that society, ecotourism is booming in most countries. Indonesia is no different. On the island of Bali there are a few tour groups that are geared towards ecotourism. Basically, ecotourism is ecologically [...]
David Hicks vs. Bali bombing victims
By Nick | April 2nd, 2007 | Add a Comment »
Australian taliban David Hicks is in the news this week. After 5 years learning to salsa in Guantanamo, Hicks will be released soon and back in Australia. Some people are over the moon that a fellow Australian will be coming home, but others are not so happy.
Eating out in Batam Indonesia
By Nick | March 2nd, 2007 | Add a Comment »
Batam is popular with Singaporeans, so its no surprise there is a food court. The desk staff at my hotel advised me to go to Windsor Food Court, which was a bit of an adventure. In Batam the taxis do not have meters. If you take a taxi from your hotel the prices will be [...]
Ferry to Batam Indonesia
By Nick | March 1st, 2007 | Add a Comment »
Yesterday afternoon I picked up my passport from my ‘agent’ who showed up with a stack of about 30 passports, dishing them out to a group of people who gathered at the McDonalds at the Forum Galeria in Singapore. All I had left to do was get to the ferry terminal for a return trip [...]
Lucky Plaza Singapore
By Nick | February 28th, 2007 | Add a Comment »
Singapore is a shopper’s paradise, partly because of the choice and partly because food places are never far away. After picking up my new plastic umbrella at a local pharmacy for S$5.50, I strolled down Orchard Rd. the main street and entered Lucky Plaza. You really have to come here, even if you don’t plan [...]
