As I have mentioned many a time before, Jakarta life can get quite crazy and hectic once in a while. Escaping the vida loca is not only entertaining but sometimes necessary to keep sane in this bustling city. One of our favorite quick escapes is visiting Puncak and one of our favorite activities there other … Continue reading
Who would have thought that a 2 year old would have more fun looking at plantations than playing at the beach? This was our experience as we visited Bali Pulina in the gorgeous mountainous area of Bali. We had hired a driver for the day and when I mentioned to him I would like to … Continue reading
The day we were leaving Pelabuhan Ratu my dear husband decided he wanted to visit the hot springs that were located on what he said was our way out of West Java. All I could think about was how the traffic was going to keep us away from home an extra hour for each five … Continue reading
On our last day in Singapore we were hesitant whether to spend the day at Santosa or go to the zoo. Several friends had highly recommended the zoo and night safari but since we had been to so may zoos lately we were just zooed out… After we I had decided we were doing Santosa, … Continue reading
As we were looking for places to visit while in Puncak, a name kept coming up, the place claimed to be one of the largest botanical gardens in Indonesia, and it was. Taman Bunga Nusantara is located about 90 kilometers from Jakarta. It is very close to Puncak but it can still take you about … Continue reading
Taman Safari is a national part located about 80 kilometers from Jakarta. It lies between Bogor and Bandung and a definite must-see if you are in Jakarta or its surrounding areas. Other than the refreshing lower temperatures, Taman Safari boasts over 80 animal species thriving in their own natural habitat. As you commence your adventure … Continue reading
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