GWK stands for “Garuda Wisnu Kencana”. It refers to the huge statue that is in the South of Bali. The huge statue shows the Hindu God Vishnu flying on his mount, Garuda. It’s one of the tallest statues in the world and stands as an iconic representation of Hindu culture in Indonesia, particularly in Bali. … Read more
For those who prefer a wine over another alcoholic beverage, it’s with great pleasure to say the wines of Bali are great. There is something for every vino lover or wine enthusiast. Besides Bali’s treasures, beyond its iconic beaches and majestic mountains the wines are still underrated. For the wine fans out there, Bali might … Read more
It’s been a while since I last wrote. It’s becoming busier but that doesn’t mean we should stop traveling or enjoying life altogether. I went with my Family in January- February 2023 to Manila. We planned this trip a while back but then all travel got suspended. So I am happy to share my review … Read more
During the pandemic of 2020, there was a huge promo to visit the Bali Safari park. Don’t confuse this one with the Bali Zoo, that’s a totally different zoo. In October 2022, I visited again as a family trip, and it was a very different experience for both the audience and the staff. The park … Read more
When in Yogyakarta take the opportunity to go and visit Kopi Klotok. It’s a warung that is in the middle of lush green (rice) fields. The food is best described as Javanese traditional grandma’s recipes and taste. It’s a busy place that attracts people from all over Java to experience the food and surrounding nature. … Read more
In the last half a year I visited Tirta Gangga twice. once for seeing how it was post pandemic and another time because there were some visitors who would like to go there for sightseeing. It’s located in Karangasem, a part of east Bali. Candidasa is a popular place nearby. This makes a good reason … Read more
For all you burger lovers and those looking for the next gastronomical trip, this article will surely help you if you’re in Bali. I have been going around in Bali looking for something that I could call the biggest burger in Bali. Every now and then I would go from the South in Jimbaran to … Read more
One of the most popular romantic and honeymoon destination in Asia is Bali. Lots of couples, honeymooners come to explore this island together. Adventure awaits them in Bali, so let’s check what are the most romantic things you can do together. Let’s just go over some of the rules: Actually there is just one rule … Read more
As a seasoned travel agent, I get to hear all kinds of stories of the tourists arriving in Bali. But hearing is different than believing. I went to the airport to pick up someone around midnight. I saw different airlines just landed: Qantas, Air Asia, Korean Air, Philipinne airlines and Cebu Pacific. A stream of … Read more
One of the bigger mistakes that happens a lot lately is that people will immediately book and pay for their accommodation in Bali long term. Upon arrival it is more than disappointing because the pictures are not like how it looks online and things might not even work (things like showers, kitchen appliances, toilets). Long … Read more