Indonesia

Second visits to countries always inspire a more adventurous spirit. I’ll admit last year we followed the tourist trail a little too much, we weren’t going to make the same mistake this…

Renewing my passion: Scuba Diving with Manta Dive in Gili Air, Indonesia My first scuba diving experience: I was only seventeen and had just completed my Padi Open water course with my Mum,…

This is our third visit to Bintan Island and second stay at Mutiara in 12 months, one of the reasons we are back is because Bintan Island is so close to Singapore…

South East Asia is often thought of as a very far away and exotic destination for families in Europe. However with the start of low cost routes like the one offered by…

City life with the noise and traffic can be over whelming for our bodies and mind, seeking down time in a quiet and relaxing atmosphere is a great way to recharge. In…

Uluwatu was our first stop in Asia, obviously it famed for its surfing beaches and perfect waves and isn’t the first choice for most families. However if like us you relish a…

Island life has a big appeal to us as family, white sandy beaches, palm trees, coconuts, a slower more considered way of life, where the stresses of the modern world seem a…

In Bali you can find some of the best beaches in Indonesia but which are the best beaches in Uluwatu? After landing in Bali, our first night was spent in Kuta; depending…

Ubud really does have something for everyone, depending on your objectives and what you want to get out of your trip, of course. Naturally it’s most famous for yoga, meditation and healing…