The long-awaited trip finally happened in the beginning of 2022. I applied for the UK Standard Visitor (tourist) visa at the end of September 2021 and only got my passport returned to me and obtained the visa by early December. Initially, I wanted to visit the UK in December to see their Christmas markets. However, … More UK Trip – 9 Days, 9 Nights
I’m an Indonesian living in Lithuania! ♥ Wonder what are the differences and similarities Indonesia and Lithuania have? Check this one out. I wrote this post as one of the final assignments for Inventing Eastern Europe: Explorations of the European East subject at TSPMI Vilnius University.
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Every year, Bali is celebrating what is called Nyepi, or also known as Silence Day — a big celebration in the religion of Hindu. For the Balinese, Nyepi is a celebration of a new year in their Saka calendar. As for this year, they day fell on 17 March 2018, where the silent period started … More Nyepi Staycation at INAYA Putri Bali
I’m pretty sure quite a lot of Indonesian girls from my generation a.k.a. the 90’s (even though I was born in 1989, ahem) knew about Prague the first time from a teenlit novel titled Love in Prague by Riheam Junianti that was popular back in 2004. I was one of these girls. Prague was depicted … More The Beautiful Yet Shady Prague
Hotel Tugu Bali is not just ‘another hotel in Bali’. Despite the fact that the hotel is located at (most probably) the prime area in the island – Jalan Pantai Batu Bolong, Canggu – Hotel Tugu Bali is much more than just that. Owned by Bali’s largest collector of Indonesian fine art, Anhar Setjadibrata, Hotel Tugu Bali … More Hotel Tugu Bali: Romantic Art in The Heart of Canggu
I have a confession to make: I’m a not a beach goer. Dang! That’s probably a big sin since I’ve been living in Bali for quite some time. I’m not saying I hate beaches, no. I’m just not much of a swimmer, or a surfer, or someone who needs a lot of tanning (obviously, LOL)… … More A Weekend Getaway in Ubud, Bali
Even though I’ve lived in Bali for 3 years (not exactly in a row, but yeah, that long), Ubud is always special. It’s where I go to relax and unwind from the crowded south part of the island, and to see the greener side as well. Last weekend, I went there for a getaway and … More Padma Resort Ubud – Weekend Staycation
My trip to Zürich was more of a catch-up time with old friends that I met through Couchsurfing back in 2013. I didn’t really go to “tourist attractions” and I got this feeling that Zürich is not the kind of place for mainstream tourists anyway, if you know what I mean! It feels much more peaceful and … More Couchsurfing in Zürich – Personal Diary
“Paris is always a good idea.” – Audrey Hepburn While Paris might not be the no. 1 city in everyone’s heart, no one can deny the charm she owns. Yes, I refer Paris as a ‘she’ cause everytime I think about this city, I always think about an effortlessly beautiful and classy woman holding a glass … More Paris in 3 Days
Are you a big fan of culinary? Whether you’re someone who cooks professionally or just as a hobby, or simply someone who enjoys eating, dining out, or even photographing food — I’ve got 5 recommended countries for you if you’re heading to Europe soon! This list will include 1 country in Northern Europe, 1 in Western … More 5 Countries in Europe for Foodies
Advencheer! 