Three days in Jakarta. I arrived in “the Big Durian” on Wednesday evening and managed to buy a train ticket to get me to my hostel. Upon arrival the hostel looked pretty closed from the outside and the ground floor was completely abandoned, which didn’t seem too promising, but luckily once upstairs it was actuallyContinue reading “Jakarta”
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Nias
Having arrived in Nias we briefly explored the museum grounds before heading to immigration in the morning (as I was going to be overstaying my visa by one day). Immigration seemed a bit surprised to have any custom, but having filled in a few forms, payed and had my photo and finger prints, taken weContinue reading “Nias”
Goodbye Sumatra
My last week in Sumatra has been a busy one! Laura managed to make it over from China, so there was lots of catching up to do after 3 years apart. We spent our days exploring bukit lawang and the surroundings, swimming, washing in the river and getting stuck places due to rain, despite itContinue reading “Goodbye Sumatra”
Back in BL
I’m back in Bukit Lawang!! Our last night in Toba involved bbq fish and rice and of course eating with our hands (I’ve had to cut my nails). The next morning we dutifully waited for the 8:30am ferry, with Malum (jetski man) ready to waive us off. Then Malum received a text that there wasContinue reading “Back in BL”
February in Sumatra
As usual, time here has been disappearing before my eyes – it’s now less than 2 weeks until I meet my parents in Singapore!! The past few weeks here have been busy as always, but without many adventures to report as I have mainly been focused on keeping everything running smoothly here at the school!Continue reading “February in Sumatra”
Back in Sumatra
I had forgotten how it feels to be medans biggest tourist attraction…. but within the first few minutes as the only bule in the airport and several taxi drivers battling over me I felt back in the usual state of slight discomfort that I call home here. Then the fun began – the four hourContinue reading “Back in Sumatra”
Back in Asia
After just over 2 weeks at home, I’m back in the warmth of the equator. I’m not sure I felt entirely ready to be heading back, but then I also didn’t feel ready to come home at Christmas – I suppose that’s what happens when your hearts in two places. Lucky enough to feel atContinue reading “Back in Asia”
Do’s and Don’ts of Penang
This week I’ve had a well needed break from small village life as I headed to Penang to renew my visa! I’ve made a quick list of dos and don’ts for any other solos travellers wishing to check out this amazing city! Day 1 – Do Do download the “grab” app before you head toContinue reading “Do’s and Don’ts of Penang”
The week of the bike
The past week has really flown by, and we’re creeping ever closer to the time that we have to give our motorbike back. Due to this, we’ve been trying to the make the most of our last few weeks being able to zoom where we want, whenever we want. This week, we’ve held out firstContinue reading “The week of the bike”
Flight or Fight?
The morality of going half way around the world is something I’ve toyed with a lot over the past year. I truly believe that happiness comes from new experiences, from living life without limits, from feeling your feet in your sand and from tasting the spiciest dishes that you can handle. I want to meetContinue reading “Flight or Fight?”
Rosie Roams 