The world’s largest archipelago offers a smorgasbord of culture, scenery and travel experiences. From untouched beaches and wildlife encounters, to unique cultural traditions and exhilarating adventure, find where to explore outside of Bali.
Read MoreYogyakarta is often touted as the best place to visit on Indonesia’s main island. Eager to find out if the hype is true, I made my way to Central Java, where Yogyakarta acts as an anchor point for the island. There I was welcomed to a culturally potent, artistically rich and vibrant city.
Read MoreStraddling the warm waters of the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, the southern peninsula of Thailand makes the perfect beach escape. With over 1,000 islands to choose from, we opted for Ko Lanta, a relaxed island with sandy beaches and few crowds.
Read MoreThis small but mighty city-state offers a unique Southeast Asia experience. With its population of ex-pats and millionaires, it can also be expensive to visit - but it doesn’t have to be.
Read MoreKawah Ijen, a volcano in East Java, Indonesia, puts on a spectacular show of dancing blue flames. The catch? You can only witness them by hiking into the volcano’s crater just after midnight.
Read MoreEscaping the Bali crowds and seeking to spend time volunteering, I find myself at Bali Wildlife Rescue Center. It is here that I befriend a sun bear, care for monkeys and learn a lesson or two along the way.
Read MoreAfter opening to tourism only five years prior, I was eager to explore Myanmar’s corners—at least the ones I was allowed to see. Through an assortment of quirky encounters, I discovered that its people are the beating heart of this stunning and complicated country, one still struggling with a troubled past and its current reality.
Read MoreBetween navigating its bustling streets, learning its tumultuous history and tasting all its delicious food, there is always something to do in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia.
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