It’s 6am on the island of Bali, Indonesia. I’ve just woken up with a thrashing migraine. At first, I think it’s just the aftermath of passing my first-ever kidney stone a few days prior. But it’s actually something much more threatening: Dengue Fever. Prior to my arrival to Bali, I had spent weeks drifting around…
Coffee (Kopi) and Javanese Culture Did you know that the term “Java” used to talk about coffee actually originates from the coffee trade in Java, Indonesia? In fact, for a time the island of Java was even the worlds #1 producer of coffee- and is still a lead producer today! However, coffee does not actually…
Dieng Plateau Sunrise Indonesia boasts some of the most alluring natural tourism attractions in the world, and the island of Java is no exception. Nestled right in the heart of Central Java lies Dieng Plateau, surrounded by active volcanoes, colorful lakes, smokey craters, and ancient temples. Referred to by locals as “the land above the…
Indonesia: the magical land of dragons, volcanos, and coffee. There is much research and preparation that goes into traveling to the culturally diverse country of Indonesia. As a tourist, it is likely that you will run into many surprising cultural differences. To avoid surprises, I have written the ultimate know-all guide of the 17 things…
The Extraordinary Turn of Events that led to Khitan: “You’re going to a wedding,” How is that possible? I didn’t know a single soul in this sweltering, tropical village. I had just arrived to the small rice community after gathering supplies at the Sunday morning Bamboo Market with Khozin’s niece. Regardless, I love weddings. “I…
