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There are few sights in Bali more instantly recognisable than Tanah Lot Temple. Perched on a dark volcanic rock just offshore, its pagoda-like silhouette rises above the waves, seemingly suspended between sea and sky. It is the kind of scene that has become synonymous with Bali, reproduced endlessly in photographs, paintings and travel brochures.… Read the rest
Uluwatu feels like Bali in concentrate. An Uluwatu day trip will only just scratch the surface, for the essence of Uluwatu needs to be lived in longer stretches.
Nevertheless, today the lush rice fields and busy streets of central Bali give way to the limestone cliffs of the Bukit Peninsula, where the landscape becomes drier, wilder and dramatically coastal.… Read the rest
After several days enjoying Bali’s beautiful coastline, we were ready to swap surf breaks and beach clubs for something completely different. An Ubud day trip is high on our list, anticipated since arriving on the island.… Read the rest
Swimming with manta rays in Bali’s most spectacular marine sanctuary was high on our list for a recent adventure and a day trip to Nusa Penida snorkeling really delivered.
Long before arriving in Bali, we’d admired photographs of giant manta rays gliding effortlessly through crystal-clear water and sea turtles grazing over vibrant coral reefs.… Read the rest
Phuket is an island of contrasts, where beautiful beaches, turquoise waters and tropical landscapes sit alongside vibrant resorts, historic neighbourhoods and a rich cultural heritage. From the energy of Patong to the quieter shores of Nai Thon and Nai Harn, Phuket offers a remarkable variety of experiences, while the colourful Sino-Portuguese streets of Old Phuket Town reveal a very different side of the island.… Read the rest
Tucked discreetly behind a narrow passageway off bustling Phang Nga Road, the Shrine of the Serene Light feels like a secret waiting to be discovered. While many visitors wander through Phuket Old Town admiring its colourful Sino-Portuguese façades, few realise that one of the area’s most atmospheric and historically rich sites lies just out of sight.… Read the rest
Thalang Road, in Phuket is really the street that built the town. Parallel roads Phang Nga and Dibuk share the same history. Here tin fortunes, migrant dreams and pastel façades collide to form the beating heart of Old Phuket.… Read the rest
Set aside from the the pastel façades and Sino-Portuguese shophouses of Phuket Old Town lies a temple that many visitors walk straight past without ever stepping inside. It’s a shame because behind its ornate gates, Wat Mongkolnimit Phra Aram Luang, known locally as Wat Klang, offers something far more meaningful than just another photo opportunity.… Read the rest
Tracing history through colour, culture and quiet corners of Old Phuket Town provides something wonderfully unexpected. At first glance, it feels like a pastel dream, with rows of brightly painted shophouses, cafés spilling onto pavements and the hum of scooters weaving through narrow streets.… Read the rest
Tucked away in the heart of Bali, near the village of Tegallalang, are the Ceking Rice Terraces. The terraces are a mesmerizing patchwork of vibrant green terraced fields, a majestic green paradise that immediately captures my imagination.
The rice terraces of Bali offer a unique glimpse into the agricultural heritage of the region.… Read the rest