Travel Stories

Explore travel through lived and tested experiences. This place is for everyone who has a story to share from their personal travel experiences.

A Photo-story Of My First Trip To Jakarta, Indonesia

I recently had the opportunity to travel to Jakarta, Indonesia. And what better way to tell a story than with pictures? Here goes... Check out that view! This was my first visit to Indonesia, and I was travelling with some travel...

Little Things That Make Indonesia So Special

One of the largest contributors to the ASEAN economy, Indonesia has made headlines for many things like volcanic eruptions, currency crisis, women’s right etc. What it hasn’t made the headlines for, is its rich cultural diversity and ethnicity. Influences...

How To Make The Most Of A Short Trip To Jakarta

A weekend in Jakarta is simply not enough. The capital of Indonesia has a lot to offer for foodies, history buffs, party goers and shopaholics. So, needless to say, you could easily spend a week discovering Jakarta and its...

A Leisurely Stay At Himalaica, Bhowali

Picture this: Pine trees singing with the wind, a quaint house in the woods, three furry Bhutani dogs, a warm fireplace in the night to keep you cosy. Himalaica in Bhowali, Uttarakhand is all this and more. How To Reach...

What I Thought About Jakarta And How It Turned Out To Be

And do I need to apply for a visa too? I have never been to Indonesia before and have no idea about its immigration laws for Indians. Can Indians get an eVisa or a Visa on Arrival? How much...

Itinerary For An Action-packed 48 Hours In Jakarta

Although Jakarta offers some of the unique touristic places, the fact is most of the travellers do not plan a trip to only Jakarta. However, you might find yourself touched down, to scoot through to one of the thousand...

Living Like An Islander – Well, For A Day!

Once home to over 18,000 islands, Indonesia is a stunning country as diverse in cultures and landscape as few others in the world. The country has been home to the Hindus, Buddhists, Muslims and other cultures since the last...

A Day Trip To The Hidden Paradise Of Indonesia, Pulau Macan

I was apprehensive of visiting Jakarta for the second time within a year as I thought I had already seen the most of it. I was happily proven wrong. I got to see a totally different face of Jakarta...

Tales From Jakarta, The Experience Of My First International Trip

Let me tell a tale! How I came back from my first international trip, with new people, new food, new culture and new experiences. And I am glad that it was 'Wonderful Indonesia'. There were many questions in my head....

Bir Billing: Things to do and Why I Recommend Going There

Lying in the green beautiful mountains, Bir Billing is a place for adventure, picnic and relaxation. Famous for its paragliding sport, Bir Billing offers a perfect weekend getaway. When I entered Bir, it was so delightful; the landscape, greenery,...

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