Category Archives: Indonesia

Hello Mrs!

Posted on October 2, 2022 by debbie

We wander Ambon this morning, down to the water and the huge outdoor market. Fruit and vegetable stalls are the primary outlets and then down side alleys are the dry goods. Bumper to bumper traffic staccato beeping, unpleasant odours, vibrant … Continue reading →

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Banda Islands

Posted on October 7, 2022 by debbie

We are in the Banda Islands!

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Coralia

Posted on October 13, 2022 by debbie

We have been aboard the Coralia for 10 days. The boat is constructed all of wood. The lower deck has four guest rooms (where we resided), crew quarters, engine room and dive deck, the main deck has the kitchen, dining … Continue reading →

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Indonesian Airports

Posted on October 15, 2022 by murray

We have passed through a few Indonesian airports on the trip. Several things stand out about them and the characteristics seem common. As you arrive to check in you will note there are no check in kiosks. Everyone has to … Continue reading →

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Our Liveaboard Experience

Posted on October 16, 2022 by debbie

There were 15 guests, of various nationalities, on our liveaboard through the Banda Sea. Two Australians, four Canadians, two Americans, two Germans, two Austrians, one Indonesian and a Dutch/English couple living in Indonesia. I find it fascinating to learn about … Continue reading →

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Lion Air, Beware!

Posted on October 19, 2022 by debbie

If you are ever in need of flights to or within Indonesia, do not, and I repeat DO NOT!, book with Lion Air. Try and use any other airline!  We have had nothing but trouble with them from before we … Continue reading →

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Indonesia and Australia 2022 Photos are Posted!

Posted on December 16, 2022 by debbie

I have finally posted photos into the blog from our journey to Indonesia and Australia this past September and October. To view photos, hover over “Photos” until the drop down menu appears. The photos are under the “Asia” subheading. Hover … Continue reading →

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Wakatobi, here we come

Posted on September 26, 2024 by debbie

Many years ago, I think back in 2018, we heard about the Wakatobi resort. It was from a older American gentleman (he was maybe 80 yrs old) from the deep south of the country where everyone has that distinctive drawl. … Continue reading →

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Kuta, Bali

Posted on October 6, 2024 by murray

Our second time to Bali and Debbie and I find tourist central. Bali is a destination for many travellers and holidayers so no matter where you are on this small island there is bound to be a lot of foreigners. … Continue reading →

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Pelagian

Posted on October 15, 2024 by murray

Ok, we are a bit late but we just spent a week on the nicest appointed boat we have been on, the Pelagian, part of the Wakatobi dive resort. It started life as a private yacht and was converted into … Continue reading →

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