Erica’s RTW Trip: Five countries down, many more to go!
I’ve linked through to all my posts on Indonesia below. Hopefully they will help if you’re planning your own trip to this part of the world.
This 9th century temple is one of Indonesia’s greatest treasures. I take full advantage of the photo opportunity provided by its plethora of stupas.
Yesterday’s trip to Borobudur was just a warm-up… today I visit two of Indonesia’s other well-known temples. And apparently I’m famous in Indonesia, as evidenced by repeated requests to have photos taken with me.
I’ve wanted to visit Mt. Bromo for years, so I’m quite bummed to encounter poor weather at the sunrise view point. But the clouds will not win! I stick it out for clear skies.
Hallelujah, the skies have cleared! After three days I finally get an unobstructed view of Mt. Bromo’s famous cone and crater.
Food, Sunsets, and Dunkin Donuts
Highlights from my time in Java include lots of food, pretty skies, and several cups of iced coffee from DD.
At first glimpse, Ijen Crater offers idyllic turquoise waters and panoramic views. But dig a little deeper and you’ll find alarming details about the miners who risk their lives on a daily basis to dig sulfur out of this crater.
I have found the best budget hotel in Bali… let’s keep it a secret, okay?
Bali’s Hot Springs and Temples
I spend a day exploring Bali’s north shore — relaxing in Banjar Hot Springs and wandering around Brahma temple.
Diving Menjangan Island in Bali
It comes as no surprise that Bali offers great diving. I scope out the waters of Menjangan Island for colorful fish and coral.
Kuta, Bali’s largest city, is loud overcrowded, but I’m thrilled to catch sunset at the iconic Tanah Lot temple.
Roaming Through Rice Fields in Ubud
I rent a bike and set out to explore Bali’s lush, green rice fields just outside the jungle oasis of Ubud.
Hey, Hey, We’re the (Balinese) Monkeys
I find Bali’s cheekiest and most adorable primates hanging out in the Monkey Forrest in Ubud.
Yoga, smoothies, poolside lounging… Ubud is the perfect place to find balance and restore inner peace.
Under the Sea: Tulamben Edition
Time for my first-ever ship wreck dive at the Liberty ship in Tulamben on the east coast of Bali.
Seeking Paradise in the Gili Islands
Three tiny islands off the coast of Lombok offer remote tranquility. Horse-drawn carriages, technicolor sunsets, baby turtles, and beach bars are the highlights of my time on Gili Trawangan.
Why Gili Air Is My Favorite Gili
Gili Air is peaceful and picturesque — exactly the environment I hoped to find when I booked my trip to the Gili Islands.
The scoop on exactly how much I spent per day while traveling in Indonesia. If you’re searching for a budget-friendly destination, this is it!
