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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
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
Today starts with a crackle of anticipation as the alarm sounds in the early morning. We’re all excited about our our family scuba diving tour to Racha Noi and Racha Yai Islands. We have been promised coral gardens, curious marine life and just enough unpredictability to keep things interesting.… 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
There’s something quietly seductive about islands you can see but haven’t yet reached. From Phuket’s east coast, Rang Yai Island sits just offshore, it’s close enough to feel accessible, distant enough to promise escape. At 110 acres, this privately owned island has built a reputation as a tranquil paradise, known for its white sand beaches, calm waters and a long association with pearl farming.… Read the rest
There are early mornings, and then there are the kind that begin under a velvet sky, the world still hushed, as the promise of something extraordinary pulls you gently from sleep. Phi Phi Islands calls us for a family adventure.… Read the rest
A day at Freedom Beach is a day earned and a day remembered. Tucked just south of the relentless energy of Patong, Thailand, Freedom Beach exists in quiet defiance of its neighbour – hidden, hushed and requiring a little commitment to uncover.… 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