The boat cruised to our next destination after our encounter with Komodo. A familiar buzz of the boat’s engine filled the air as we chatted, traded photos, and animatedly relived every thrilling moment. Our next stop: the renowned Pink Beach. You’ve likely seen its breathtaking hue in countless photographs of…
East Nusa Tenggara
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Komodo Liveaboard: Encounter with Locals
The next morning, I opted to skip the hike to Pulau Padar. As an early riser with a deep fondness for sunrises in general, the allure of witnessing the dawn break over the open sea was simply too strong to resist. First, the sky began to awaken with a gentle,…
East Nusa Tenggara
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Dive into Komodo Island: A Scuba Adventure
Komodo Island has long reigned as one of Indonesia’s premier scuba diving destinations. Imagine plunging into its crystal-clear waters, where encounters with majestic manta rays, sleek sharks, and graceful sea turtles are not just possibilities, but thrilling realities. Thanks to recent renovations and the expansion of Labuan Bajo’s airport, this…
Taiwan
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Yehliu Geopark, A Pleasant Surprise
Our visit to Yehliu Geopark was an unexpected delight. Neither of us had ever heard of Yeh Liu Geopark, it wasn’t even a blip on our travel radar. We had booked a day trip to Shifen and Jiufen, two must-visit cities nestled close to each other. Little did we know,…
Taiwan
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Dinner at Da Du Hui Noodle Shop, Hualien
The day has gotten dark at 5:30 PM in Hualien, Taiwan. We were strolling around Hualien road, looking for a place for dinner and shelter from Taiwan winter night. A hot Taiwanese Beef Noodle sounds appetizing when we pass in front of Da Du Hui Noodle shop. View of boiling…