Meeting locals is always one of the most rewarding parts of exploring new places. Sure we came to see the sites, to learn, and to explore new things… but the best way to do that is through meeting people, getting to know locals, and making friends. We find that we get so much more out of our experience this way.Continue reading What We Learned From Making Friends With A Group Of Dive Masters
What To Do In Perhentian Kecil: Kayak!
Kayaking not only gives you a great workout but it enables you to see this amazing island from new vantage points and ups your exploring game!Continue reading What To Do In Perhentian Kecil: Kayak!
Our Journey From Kuala Terengganu to Pulau Perhentian Kecil
After spending two days (which really felt like three since we’d arrived at 7am after taking a 10 hour night bus from Mersing) in Kuala Terengganu enjoying the air-conditioning at the Space Inn, the food in China Town, getting some exercise by the bay, and the Monitor Lizards we found in the drains it was time to explore a new place. Next up… the Perhentian Islands, specifically Perhentian Kecil, the smaller backpacker paradise.Continue reading Our Journey From Kuala Terengganu to Pulau Perhentian Kecil
Stairway To Paradise: Perhentian Kecil’s Windmill Stairs & Blue Lagoon
Panoramic views, windmills in the background, lush jungle, a myriad of winding stairs down to the water, and the crystal clear, turquoise ocean greet you at our favorite spot on Pulau Perhentian Kecil. The Blue Lagoon and the hike to get there are an absolute must.Continue reading Stairway To Paradise: Perhentian Kecil’s Windmill Stairs & Blue Lagoon
Exploration Guide: Pursuit of Paradise – Gili Islands & Lombok
If you are traveling throughout Bali, you will inevitably run into countless groups gearing up to head to the Gili Islands. These three tiny tropical islands are fringed with picturesque white sand beaches and sit in crystal clear, turquoise water. Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, and Gili Meno are visions of paradise in their richest form.Continue reading Exploration Guide: Pursuit of Paradise – Gili Islands & Lombok
And The Versatile Blogger Award Goes To… Life Is Meant For Exploring!
We found a very unexpected message on our Facebook page a little while back telling us that the wonderful Elizabeth of LizandLemons had nominated us for the Versatile Blogger Award!Continue reading And The Versatile Blogger Award Goes To… Life Is Meant For Exploring!
Off The Beaten Path: Jungle Trekking to Air Terjun Guripak (Guripak Waterfall)
On our first and only full day on the island of Lombok in Indonesia, we awoke not knowing exactly what we wanted to do with our short time there. We wanted to head off the beaten path and get some exercise so we decided to rent scooters and take an adventure to the remote Air Terjun Guripak (Guripak Waterfall). Little did we know we were about to embark on a much bigger adventure than we anticipated.Continue reading Off The Beaten Path: Jungle Trekking to Air Terjun Guripak (Guripak Waterfall)
How to Spend Four Days in Ubud, Bali
Ubud is a melting pot of culture in Bali and our favorite place to visit on the island. Its central location makes it a great jumping off point to wherever your wandering heart desires to go.Continue reading How to Spend Four Days in Ubud, Bali
Life Is Meant For Exploring: A Year In SE Asia
We’ve been talking about traveling and living abroad together for the last 4 years and have finally taken the leap and are making it a reality.Continue reading Life Is Meant For Exploring: A Year In SE Asia
Weekend Warriors: Making the Most Of Your Weekends
Want to learn our secret to making the most of any weekend? Read this blog post and become a true Weekend Warrior!Continue reading Weekend Warriors: Making the Most Of Your Weekends