Category Archives: Indonesia

Raja Ampat: a week at Batu Rufas, Pam Islands

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Bryan Keith

I am way behind on writing about Raja Ampat. However, now I have the benefit of perspective. In my notes from this week I am still amazed by the big species and crazy colors, and my energy still has the … Continue reading →

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Raja Ampat: a week at Yenros Homestay, eastern Gam

Posted on February 11, 2023 by Bryan Keith

Raja Ampat, a well-known bucket-list destination, and oh so worth it! Previously I had been intimidated by the complicated logistics and high costs. Well, stayrajaampat makes it pretty darn easy to organize your trip, and you can get a very … Continue reading →

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A week in Bali — just Ubud really

Posted on February 1, 2023 by Bryan Keith

I’m behind on this blog but certainly not for lack of material. I have 1000s of photos that I am slowly going through. However, for about six weeks Ferda and I had rather limited electricity and internet access. But that’s … Continue reading →

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Tana Toraja: beautiful views, curved roofs, and unusual cemeteries

Posted on September 26, 2018 by Bryan Keith

Tana Toraja is undoubtedly Sulawesi’s biggest tourist draw.  The Toraja are famous for their unusual funeral practices.  Many tourists come just to see a funeral, which, conveniently for us, largely take place in the dry season — July and August. … Continue reading →

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Bicycle touring Sulawesi Selatan

Posted on September 16, 2018 by Bryan Keith

Crossing the mountains from Tolala to Malili we crossed the border from Sulawesi Tenggara to Sulawesi Selatan.  Was the bicycle touring any different? Our love affair with the durian continued:

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