Parigi Exploration Diving: Dive the Last Frontier of Sulawesi

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Traveljunkieindonesia.com – “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did so. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.“ – Mark Twain  (1835-1910)

Parigi is located in Tomini Bay, around 67 km Noth from Palu, Central Sulawesi. Where as most divers are familiar with Gorontalo and Togean Islands, the waters of Tomini Bay around Parigi are much less explored.

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Between the Sunset, the Sea, Pawole Island and Kakara Island

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Stunning view over Tobelo sunset during our travels

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – Once upon a time on an island of spices.

I had a really wonderful, simple, but meaningful day. The world is getting smaller every year.

April 2012, I’ve been in Tobelo, North Halmahera for Congress of the Indigenous Peoples of the Archipelago. Three weeks, I figured it was about time I started to live a bit more like a local.

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Largest Online Travel Agency in Indonesia

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Traveljunkieindonesia.com – The world is getting smaller every year.

April 10,  2013. I’ve been in Jakarta for press conference of nusatrip.com and ‘enjoy Jakarta’.

And, for the first time travel junkies can buy domestic and international airline tickets and hotels online, from one web site and pay with popular payment method like ATM, Online Banking or Credit Card.

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The Chemistry Between Borneo

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travel junkie indonesia in the sky with | camera Sony NEX-7

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – Sharing a spectacular view from Tarakan to Balikpapan, East Kalimantan. We spotted this beautiful landscape of sunset and deep gold sky over Borneo.

It was FREAKING PERFECTOOOO!!!

This picture is part of Discover Derawan Islands blog series:

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Esplanade Hotel Fremantle, Fremantle’s Finest

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Esplanade Hotel Fremantle | Camera Sony NEX-7

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – “Travel Junkie Indonesia know more of Western Australia than most locals here!” said Christine Tomlinson, one of the best tourguide in Western Australia.

Fremantle is one of the most unique and interesting places in Australia today. A hub for arts lovers, with local musicians and street performers out to impress the crowds.

And, the Esplanade Hotel Fremantle is ideally located for your holiday, dinner, banquet or business meeting – in what is the historic and cultural heart of Western Australia’s finest destination. FREMANTLE.

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Like Dr. Biruté in the Camp Leakey Borneo

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Dr. Biruté & Dr. Louis on NatGeo Magz | camera Sony NEX-7

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – A few months ago, I was invited to the glamourous travel to Indonesia with International Travel Bloggers.

Tanjung Puting National Park, home to the largest wild population of Orangutans. Orangutan is a combination of two words: Orang (person) + Utan (forest) which means Old Man of the Forest.

Camp Leakey was established in 1971 by Dr. Biruté Mary Galdikas as the base camp for the study of wild orangutans in their natural habitat.

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8 Best Travel Destinations in Central Java

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gamelan-makers in the sound of | camera Sony NEX-7

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – Where to go on holiday this year. Back to work, back to making holiday plans.

Travel Junkie Indonesia scours the globe to find you, 8 greatest destinations in Central Java.

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[VIDEO] Discover the Spirit of Japan

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Traveljunkieindonesia.com – Japan. It’s like a dream!!!

Presenting both traditional and modern Japan and its enigmatic people – the video is an enticing visual journey asking ‘Do you really know the people of Japan?

If you can’t watch the video, See it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-TLKH86dog

Travel Junkie Indonesia think it is beautiful and would love it if you were able to share this video with your families, friends, and communities.

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Top 19 Destinations in Turkey

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Traveljunkieindonesia.com – Turkey ia a charming melange of ancient traditions, outstanding hospitality, grand infrastructural projects and modern design.

Whether clubbing in Cesme, visiting Ankara’s newest galleries or sunbathing in Antalya.

So, here are Travel Junkie Indonesia favourite Turkish cities and provinces to visit and explore.

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Postcards From Solo Sekaten

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happy komedi putar | camera Sony NEX-7

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – I have some very exciting postcards to share!

January 2013, we visited Sekaten, Solo, Central Java, to meet one of the few remaining traditional playgrounds.

Sekaten is a celebration by the Javanese community to commemorate the birthday or Maulid of Prophet Muhammad SAW, which has been observed since the propagation of Islam by Walisanga.

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One Night in Bandung

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bandung out go the lights | camera Sony NEX-7

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – If you’re looking for a unique experience in West Java, Bandung has a big reputation for providing unique experiences to international travel junkies.

I love sundanese arts and folklore. City of lights in Bandung is legendary. one word: magical.

Whether taking a faith journey or simply escaping everyday life, Bandung has an adventure for everyone.

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