Before this trip, I’ve been contemplating if I should go for this short photography trip to Batam. It turns out to be one fruitful trip where I get to put my photography skills into practice and learn from the experts through Canon Photo Fiesta. We stayed one night at Batam View Beach Resort and visited…
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Kampung Terih (Batam, Indonesia): An Eco-village
A Photostory Our mystery photo spot was at a Kampong village called Kampong Terih. This village is developing into a tourist attraction for tourists visiting Batam to have a glimpse of what Kampong life is all about. We are tasked to take creative shots for this photo competition. It is a simple village by the…
Canon Photo Fiesta’18: Batam View Beach Resort (Review)
“Selamat Datang!” The friendly staff at Batam View Beach Resort greeted us with a welcome dance. They also served us ice teas the moment we arrived at the resort. I was there for Canon Photo Fiesta’18 event in Batam which was organised by Topliners Club in collaboration with Canon Imaging Academy, Wonderful Indonesia and Julian…
Tirtha Bridal: A Nature-Inspired Wedding Resort in Bali
There must be a reason why there’s a growing trend of couples heading over to Bali to exchange wedding rings and vows. Even celebrities across the world are joining the bandwagon to get wedded in this little paradise at the southern tip of Bali overlooking the Indian ocean. I get the gist of this phenomenon…
Mercure Bali Sanur Resort: A Lush Tropical Garden Resort
It was my first time exploring Sanur. This sunrise beach at the Southern part of Bali has its unique charm. I got to experience what Sanur has to offer during my stay at Mercure Bali Sanur. It is beautiful and lush tropical resort by Sanur beach, and it spans across 5 hectares. As a…
5 Places to Eat in Bali
My recent trip to Bali has been a fruitful one as I get to cover most of the places which I had wanted to visit. During these five days in Bali, we have been using TripAdvisor as our food guide to lead us to the best cafes and restaurants in Bali. The list of recommended…
A Visit to Sanggar Bedugul Education Centre by AccorHotels
Bali holds an exceptional place in my heart because I did my first solo travel to Bali years ago. The sights and sounds in Bali intrigued me and very soon, I found myself loving this place so much that I would visit this place time and time again. It’s one of those places where I…
ibis Styles Bali Petitenget : Your Modern-day Hotel in Bali
Bali has been kind to us. It’s my fifth time here in Bali, and I still enjoy every single moment of my time spent here. This trip is somewhat unique and meaningful as we get to visit one of AccorHotel’s education centre in Bedugul. I will save all the juicy stories for my next blog…
Mutiara Beach Resort : An Eco-friendly Getaway to Bintan
I’ve always been on the lookout for hotels and resorts follow eco-friendly and sustainable practices. There are several luxurious resorts that support ecotourism and sustainability but many of them aren’t full-fledged eco-resorts that adopt a minimalistic approach to minimize waste and lower carbon footprint. Would any hotel guests, like yourself, be willing to exchange…
Moksa Ubud: Plant-based Cafe in Ubud, Bali
“Why Moksa?” ” In Hinduism, it means liberation.” It all stems from the concept of freedom that has propelled the creators of this restaurant, Made Janur Yasa and Chef Made Runatha, to idealize their hopes and vision. No more fears or destruction imposed on our environment when food is served on our plate. No lives…
Ubud Morning Market
To get a snapshot of how the locals live in a city or town, you just need to head over to markets to catch the locals in action. Over at Ubud in Bali, the common market for all locals is the Ubud Morning Market, found along Jalan Raya Ubud. Interestingly, this market for the locals…
Alaya Resort Ubud: DALA Spa
When you are in Bali, you should try to include a spa treatment session into your travel itinerary. It is more than just a pampering spa session. In fact, the art of healing and massages are part of their old traditions passed down from their ancestors. Traditionally, such massages and treatments are done primarily for…
Alaya Resort Ubud: Manisan Restaurant
While I was touring Bali, I stayed at Alaya Resort Ubud, a stylish Balinese-inspired resort which located amidst the paddy fields. I’ve also patronized their new restaurant called Manisan, which is located right next to the resort itself. The creative person behind Manisan’s dining concept is none other than Indonesia’s well-respected culinary restaurateur, William Wongso. He…
Alaya Resort Ubud : Hotel + Deluxe Room Tour
It’s my fourth time back in Bali and the beauty of this culturally-charged place just never fails to enthrall me. I did have that nostalgic feel when I was back in Ubud where I’ve visited this place for a couple of years back. Back then, I was staying at this guesthouse along Jalan Haloman which…
Halloween Family Brunch @ Prego, The Westin Resort Nusa Dua
Sundays are the best days to gather your family members and spend some quality time together. What better way to spend it than to have a good brunch together while the kids have fun playing while the adults get to take a break and enjoy the scrumptious food fare. There’s a kid-friendly restaurant in Nusa…
The Westin Resort Nusa Dua: Heavenly Spa
Bali has always been this haven for rest and relaxation. When it comes to spa treatments and retreats, they offer one of the very best when in comes to service and quality of treatments. Traditional Balinese beauty rituals have been passed down from generations to generations over centuries. Their approach has always been natural, well-balanced…