It had been a bumpy boat ride. A group of us had travelled in a van from Ubud down to the port of Padang Bai to get the fast boat across to the Gilis. We’d decided on Gili Air out of the three Gili Islands because although it wasn’t the party island Gili Trawangan was known […]
If your holiday to Bali is centred around Seminyak or Kuta, we strongly recommend getting out of these Aussie and backpacker hubs and making the most of our itinerary of things to do in Ubud. You’ll get a better sense of the Balinese culture and have the chance to eat in some of Bali’s best […]
Words by Dave. Video by Carmen. “Get down!” I whisper harshly, ducking down behind the beachside bar. “Has she seen us?” “I don’t think so,” Carmen says, sneaking a quick look above the polished counter, ignoring the curious glances of patrons sipping their afternoon cocktails. “They’re all heading for the beach now. They’re going swimming.” […]
Hanoi is relentless. The traffic drives me mad, overloading my system with so many close calls as I cross the street that I’m numb to danger, numb to noise. Honking horns, grinding circular saws, rushing crowds, chaos funnelled hither and thither beneath the green canopies shading the old town’s grimy boulevards. The static of the […]
Teacher – “Good morning class. My name is Mr Buckworth.” Class – “Good morning, Mr Buckworth.” Teacher – “Seeing as it’s such a beautiful morning I think it’s time we went on a field trip…” Class – “Yay!” Teacher – “…to see a pig get slaughtered.” Class – (Stunned silence). While this account is clearly […]
