An opportunity was presented to me to travel to Nepal for ten days, and of course, I snapped it up. Frankly, Nepal, the Switzerland of Asia, was never on my list of countries to visit, somehow. Now that I have got to know Nepal slightly better after spending ten days there in total, 3 in ... continue reading »

If you follow my social media accounts, you would know that I just spent 10 days in Nepal, the Switzerland of Asia. I still couldn't believe that I survived the challenging trip. It was my first backpacking experience; my maiden trekking expedition, and it was undertaken along the rugged Himalayan mountain range! Although I have lived out ... continue reading »

This resort, just 15 minutes' drive from Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal in Lagoi, has a unique countryside concept known as D’Bamboo Kamp. Situated on 13 hectares of contoured and splendidly landscaped land, this vast resort is best explored by walking, riding an electric bike, or even on a horse carriage. Offering a relaxing environment to visitors, ... continue reading »

Another destination in Bintan that’s worth your time visiting for photography is Madu Tiga Beach & Resort Bintan. Located along Jl. Trikora, Desa Malang Rapat, Kabupaten Bintan, Kepulauan Riau and situated on the beachfront in Tanjung Pinang, many memories will certainly be created at Madu Tiga Beach & Resort Bintan. It doesn’t matter if you do not ... continue reading »

Poyotomo Fishing Park is an angling park that offers pleasure not only to anglers, but also other visitors who may take delight in its amazing scenery, with Mount Bintan as backdrop far in the horizon. Entrance fee is a nominal IDR10,000, to experience the facilities. However, do take note that while one is free to jalan-jalan ... continue reading »

Bintan is often promoted as an idyllic island for a weekend vacation. In your mind's eye would probably be a sunny tropical beach to laze around, or crystal blue waters for holidaymakers to frolic. Bintan Island, part of Indonesia's Riau Archipelago, is all the above, of course, and more. Least expected is a desert on the ... continue reading »

Located a mere three minutes' walk from Batam Center International Ferry Terminal and Mega Mall shopping complex, HARRIS Hotel Batam Center (or simply Harris Batam Center) provides some of the best views of the island, overlooking Gedung Astaka and South China Sea. HARRIS Batam Center is the ninth property of the HARRIS group of hotels, spread ... continue reading »