Stories

  1. The ultimate guide to island hopping in the Seribu IslandsThe Seribu Islands, or Kepulauan Seribu, are a chain of tropical islands scattered in the Java Sea just north of Jakarta. Their white-sand beaches, coral…
  2. What to pack for a rainforest trek in Gunung Leuser National ParkGunung Leuser National Park covers a vast area of northern Sumatra, with trekking routes commonly accessed from Bukit Lawang and, for some wildlife…
  3. How to visit Lawang Sewu in SemarangLawang Sewu is one of Semarang’s most recognisable landmarks, a grand former railway headquarters beside Tugu Muda in Central Java. Its name means “a thousand…
  4. The Best Photo Spots at Sunrise on Mount Batur in BaliMount Batur is one of Bali’s most rewarding sunrise walks for photographers. The active volcano rises above Kintamani, with Lake Batur below and Mount Abang…
  5. A Guide to the Cimanggu Hot Springs in West JavaTucked among tea plantations and volcanic hills south of Bandung, the Cimanggu hot springs offer a relaxed way to experience West Java’s highland scenery. The…
  6. Exploring the coral gardens of Menjangan Island in BaliMenjangan Island sits off the quiet north-western coast of Bali, within West Bali National Park. Its clear water, sheltered bays and steep underwater walls…
  7. How to Travel from Denpasar to Ubud by Public TransportTravelling from Denpasar to Ubud without a private driver is possible, but it requires more planning than many visitors expect. Bali has buses and shuttle…
  8. Yogyakarta’s Best Street Food Markets For Curious TravellersThe top 5 street food markets in Yogyakarta bring together smoky satay, spicy sambal, sweet snacks, fragrant rice dishes and the easygoing energy of a city…
  9. A Day Hiking the Bukit Lawang Jungle Trails in SumatraBukit Lawang is one of Sumatra’s best-known gateways to the Gunung Leuser ecosystem, a forest landscape associated with orangutans, hornbills, Thomas leaf…
  10. What to See in the Trowulan Archaeological Site of MajapahitTrowulan Archaeological Site is one of Indonesia’s most important historical landscapes, spread across villages in Mojokerto Regency, East Java. Rather than…