Say Goodbye And Kisses

body in a white | camera Sony NEX-7

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – My 77 year old grandmo from dad passed away peacefully a few days ago.

She had been ill for a long time, so it was not a shock.

It is a big relief that she is no longer in any pain or discomfort.

She was an amazing, talented, super-woman kind of woman, beautiful with gray eyes, sewed her own dresses, crocheted her own blankets, master chef, cooked up a storm, and did the book-keeping for her husband’s business.

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Travel Like A Winemaker in Bali

winemaker James Kalleske | camera Sony alpha NEX-7

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – I love a good trip! Travel Junkie Indonesia invited for Bali’s Cultural Trip with Jelajah Mahakarya Indonesia, and it was FREAKING AMAZING!!!

Hatten Wines is a Balinese company, committed to international standards of quality and taste. Indonesian brands going global.

The first and only truly Balinese winery, located in the heart of Sanur, has been hard at work since 1994 bringing to the world tables a taste of Bali in the most extraordinary way.

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Extraordinary Experiences Nias War Dance

oi you rock | camera Sony a65v

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – A few years ago, I was invited to the glamorous Nias Cultural Passage with Sony Alpha.

Nias is best known for its diversity of festivals and celebration. The ‘wave’ is superb and has deservedly kept this far-flung island on the international surfing circuit. The ancient megalithic monuments and traditional architecture are also incredible for travel junkies.

It was fun to be a part of it. PERFECTOOO!!!

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6 Things You Can Do To Preserve Sea Turtles & Environment in Derawan Islands

make love | photo by ringga prayudha

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – In order to preserve Turtle and enabling our comfort environment, we expect visitors to adhere the following notions.

Here are six things you can do to preserve sea turtles and environment in Derawan Islands:

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Top 21 Travel Songs in Discover Derawan Islands

runaway | Camera Sony alpha NEX-7

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – Travel Junkie Indonesia has chosen 21 of the most inspiring travel songs in Derawan Islands trips.

Music helps us connect to others-to fellow travel junkies who might share our taste in songs and to locals who might not speak our language but can carry the rhythm.

For those of us with hippie blood, music can speak to who we are and why it is that we can never seem to settle down. Music engenders a desire to see a new place, or to travel simply for the joy of the journey.

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Discover Derawan Islands

Derawan Spirit | Camera Sony alpha NEX-7

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – I have some very exciting news to share! I have been invited to attend Discover Derawan islands in early March, in a trip sponsored by wisatakita.com.

And I’m SO GOING! We took a 6 day trip to Derawan Islands last week, and it was AMAZING. Continue Reading →

Rock You Like A Travel Junkie In Sangalaki Island

enjoying his meditation | Camera Sony alpha NEX-7

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – I love a good holiday! The perfect spot for endless summer nights in wonderful islands.

Enjoying his meditation with the mindheart-blowing view from the Sangalaki Island, Derawan Islands – East Kalimantan. Sangalaki is the world capital of Mantas.

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A Hug in A Bowl: Timlo Solo

amazing timlo solo | Camera Sony alpha NEX-7

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – Last week, I was invited to lunch at Warung Makan Timlo Sasro 2, a traditional Javanese restaurant in Solo.

Timlo is a famous soup in Solo. Timlo is special dish contains of chicken meat chopped into pieces, cooked egg and chicken’s liver in clear soup. Served to accompany fried onion topping rice. Unlike the typical Timlo in other local town, Timlo Solo is served without mushroom and thin noodles.

This is my ABSOLUTE favourite. Timlo sastro becomes one of the most wanted local food when someone travels to Solo. One bowl is never enough. Ahhhh DELICIOUS!!!

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Travel lighter Like A @chris2x @AmateurTraveler

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – Want to know how to travel in style, just like the pros? We check in with frequent fliers to find out how often they fly, their favorite destinations and what they never leave home without.

Name:
Chris Christensen

Hometown:
Salinas, CA

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Exquisite Ayam Goreng Kampung Mbak Mul

Oh God I get into the Ayam Goreng Kampung | Camera Sony alpha NEX-7

Traveljunkieindonesia.com – This week, my friends and I decided on something a bit more – CHEAP AND CHEERFUL.

We went to a Javanese restaurant call Ayam Goreng Kampung Mbak Mul. It has been a favorite eating place of Fita Fito family for many years.

Here, fried freerange chicken. Super PERFECTOOOOO!!!

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