I was lucky to have arrived in Ubud in time to see a most holy and mystical event. That of the creation, procession and cremation ceremony of the eldest son of the late king of Bali, Tjokorda Bagus Santaka. Being here during this time has cast a spell of magic into the air. My witness …
My First Impressions of Bali Indonesia
Driving from the airport in Denpasar and arriving at my Airbnb in Ubud was a huge shock to the system. Especially after being in Japan for the past month. Could I have picked a more different place? Here are my first impressions of Bali Indonesia. Chaos From the moment I left the airport in my …
Walking the Streets in Ancient Hoi An Vietnam
I was curious to see this picturesque town that I had read about. Seeing as it was only a quick Grab ride away from Da Nang, I decided to overnight here to give myself more time to explore. Walking the streets in ancient Hoi An Vietnam was both a pleasure and a frustration for me. …
New Nessebar and the Area
Iโve posted about Old Nessy and the beautiful beaches, but what about New Nessebar and the area? Well, it seems there are actually two areas, one Iโll refer to as New, which is the closest to the old town, and then New New which is actually newly built. Old Nessebar Old Nessy was actually an …
First Impressions of Plovdiv Bulgaria
I have arrived at my new destination. I am so excited to be here. Never having visited this part of Europe before, everything will be new to me. Here are some of my first impressions of Plovdiv Bulgaria. Colour There is colour all around me. On the drive from the airport, I passed fields of …
Walking the Beautiful Riva Promenade in Split
When visiting the city of Split, the Riva waterfront is one of the most photographed tourist attractions. It is a special place where people of all ages come together to exercise, socialize, dine and enjoy the company of each other under the big blue Croatian sky. Walking the beautiful Riva Promenade in Split is a …
The Beautiful Flowers of Puerto Morelos
There are many reasons why people flock to Mexico. Friendly people, sunshine, warmth and food are just a few attractions that bring millions of visitors here every year. One of the more prominent reasons for me is the love and uninhibited use of colour. From the colours of the houses, to the colours of the …