If you’re visiting Japan for the first time and want to experience a part of the “real” Tokyo, then you should seriously consider basing yourself in Ningyocho, a neighborhood in the Nihonbashi district. The area is well-known for its entertainment culture that dates back to …
If you’re looking for an untouched paradise in Indonesia, look no further than West Sumbawa. You’ll find more locals than tourists and more cows than people. I’m not sure how much longer this will last so you might want to get here soon! During Pierre’s …
The Komodo Islands are world famous for diving and for a good reason. Let’s review the diving in the Komodo islands in 2018. When I came in 2010 for the first time I had very little diving experience around the world. This was my first …
The Komodo Islands are famous for world-class dive sites and Komodo dragons. Visiting the Komodo Islands is an exceptional experience that every traveler should do once in their lifetime. Here is your Complete Komodo Islands guide, how to get there, how to visit the islands, …
Before coming to Ubud in Bali, I had dreamt of lush green valleys with hidden resorts overlooking the river in the serene hilltops of Bali. Thankfully Ubud still has all of the above, however it also has many things that I didn’t quite expect. Here’s …
If you’re looking for an affordable yoga retreat in Bali, you might want to consider doing yoga in Lombok instead. Let me tell you why! While living in NYC, I would routinely practice yoga at least 3-4 times a week. I would love to tell …
To celebrate our last night in Bangkok, we headed over to the W Bangkok for a culinary treat at one of Asia’s Top 50 Restaurants: the Dining Room at the House of Sathorn. As delicious as Thai food may be, we were very much looking …
After spending an amazing time in West Sumbawa together, Pierre and I decided to go separate ways. He continued east, taking the local bus for 36 hours to reach Flores. I decided to travel back to Lombok alone. It’s been about 6 months since we …
This is your budget guide to saving vs. splurging in Bangkok. As affordable as the city can be, we were also surprised to see how easily costs can add up. Below is our spending guide whether you’re on a tight budget or the sky’s the …
After traveling non-stop for 5 months, Pierre and I turned to The Siam Hotel in Bangkok for a much needed luxurious retreat. Bangkok may not be the first city that comes to mind when booking a luxurious retreat to get away from it all. The …