12 Best Beach Clubs in Uluwatu [with Map + Prices]
Uluwatu is one of Bali’s most breathtaking destinations – a dramatic coastline of limestone cliffs, turquoise waters, world-class surf breaks, and magical sunsets that paint the sky each evening. While it was once a sleepy surf town, today it’s home to some of the island’s most iconic and luxurious beach clubs, restaurants and cafes. Whether you’re here to […]
Family Nest Uluwatu Review – Best Family Villas in Uluwatu, Bali
Every now and then, a property comes along that makes you rethink what a “family villa” can actually be. Last year it was Wapa di Ume Sidemen that stole our hearts, and the year before that it was Uluwatu Surf Villas. This year, on our latest Bali trip, that title went to Family Nest Uluwatu […]
Beyond Nasi Goreng: What Australians Don’t Know About Indonesian Foods (And Why Bali Is Only the Beginning)
The plastic chair doesn’t quite balance on the uneven concrete floor, and you stop noticing this within about thirty seconds. It’s four in the afternoon in Ubud and the warung at the end of the back road has three tables, a handwritten menu chalked on the wall, and a woman standing over a wok that […]
Kayumanis Sanur Review – One of the Best Villas in Sanur Bali
There are stays that are lovely, and then there are stays that stop you mid-moment and make you think, this is exactly what a holiday should feel like. Kayumanis Sanur was, without question, the latter. Lush, private, impossibly beautiful — this is the kind of villa that makes you want to cancel your plans and […]
The First-Time Visitor’s Guide to Japan: Packing & Prep Tips
It’s nearly impossible to sum up all the reasons Japan makes for such a compelling travel destination for visitors all around the world. It’s both deeply traditional and breathtakingly modern. It’s full of wonderfully diverse experiences, with neon-lit cities and centuries-old temples to world-class food, natural beauty and unique cultural experiences. Ultimately, Japan undeniably offers […]