Days 1-3: Ubud – The waterfalls, markets, and photo spots!

The trip began with a delayed flight. When a 2am flight gets delayed to 4am, it pretty much means a whole sleepless night. We had some fun in the lounge, and being in a group means you still have company to share the boredom. We landed at almost 3pm, so the day was destined to be a washout. To top it off, immigration took over … Continue reading Days 1-3: Ubud – The waterfalls, markets, and photo spots!

Days 5, 6: Back to Amsterdam for a cultural immersion – Van Gogh and more

If the visit to the Rijksmuseum was the appetizer, the Van Gogh Museum was a delicious main course. It was perfect for an art connoisseur. This was our plan for the morning on Day 4. The last two days had been quite hectic, and a slightly lighter day seemed like a good idea. We had a leisurely breakfast in the hotel, the usual affair spiked … Continue reading Days 5, 6: Back to Amsterdam for a cultural immersion – Van Gogh and more

Bali – Culture, food, temples and some traffic

Bali is exactly what happens when a rich cultural heritage meets a lot of tourists. It takes some very deep cultural roots to survive as an island dominated by one religion in a country populated by another. Indonesia is a fast developing country going through all the challenges that come with it – an over-crowded capital, pollution, and overpopulation leading to overutilization of resources. Jakarta … Continue reading Bali – Culture, food, temples and some traffic