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Bali: Luxury Travel in Paradise
Jul 8, 2024
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Bali: Luxury Travel in Paradise
Jul 8, 2024
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Jul 8, 2024
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Do’s and Don’ts for a Safe and Healthy Trip to Bali
Jan 25, 2024
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Do’s and Don’ts for a Safe and Healthy Trip to Bali
Jan 25, 2024
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Jan 25, 2024
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Sip and Savor at Seniman Coffee in Ubud
Jun 22, 2020
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Sip and Savor at Seniman Coffee in Ubud
Jun 22, 2020
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Jun 22, 2020
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The Legend of Rangda, Bali’s Queen of the Demons
Nov 28, 2018
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The Legend of Rangda, Bali’s Queen of the Demons
Nov 28, 2018
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Nov 28, 2018
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Barong, King of the Spirits on Bali
Nov 19, 2018
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Barong, King of the Spirits on Bali
Nov 19, 2018
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Nov 19, 2018
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The Legend of Bandung Bondowoso and the Slender Virgin of Prambanan
Nov 5, 2018
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The Legend of Bandung Bondowoso and the Slender Virgin of Prambanan
Nov 5, 2018
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Nov 5, 2018
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Prambanan: A Towering Tribute to the Hindu Trinity
Oct 31, 2018
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Prambanan: A Towering Tribute to the Hindu Trinity
Oct 31, 2018
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Oct 31, 2018
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Bali Then and Now
Oct 22, 2018
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Bali Then and Now
Oct 22, 2018
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Oct 22, 2018
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Candi Mendut: A Peaceful Borobudur Side Trip
Oct 17, 2018
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Candi Mendut: A Peaceful Borobudur Side Trip
Oct 17, 2018
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Oct 17, 2018
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Pura Gunung Kawi Sebatu Water Temple, Bali: An Off-the-Beaten-Path Oasis
Oct 12, 2018
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Pura Gunung Kawi Sebatu Water Temple, Bali: An Off-the-Beaten-Path Oasis
Oct 12, 2018
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Oct 12, 2018
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Weird Bali: 7 Crazy Balinese Customs
Oct 1, 2018
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Weird Bali: 7 Crazy Balinese Customs
Oct 1, 2018
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Oct 1, 2018
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Pura Taman Saraswati: The Heart of Ubud
Sep 28, 2018
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Pura Taman Saraswati: The Heart of Ubud
Sep 28, 2018
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Sep 28, 2018
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The Mysterious Cliff Shrines of Candi Gunung Kawi
Sep 14, 2018
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The Mysterious Cliff Shrines of Candi Gunung Kawi
Sep 14, 2018
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Sep 14, 2018
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Goa Gajah: An Easy Ubud Day Trip
Sep 3, 2018
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Goa Gajah: An Easy Ubud Day Trip
Sep 3, 2018
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Sep 3, 2018
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Gaya Ceramic: Italy Meets Bali
Aug 29, 2018
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Gaya Ceramic: Italy Meets Bali
Aug 29, 2018
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Aug 29, 2018
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Beyond Prambanan: The Love Temples of Plaosan
Aug 20, 2018
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Beyond Prambanan: The Love Temples of Plaosan
Aug 20, 2018
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Aug 20, 2018
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Klungkung, the Hellish Comic-Paneled Water Palace of Bali
Aug 8, 2018
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Klungkung, the Hellish Comic-Paneled Water Palace of Bali
Aug 8, 2018
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Aug 8, 2018
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Pura Kehen: The Fire Temple of Bali
Jul 30, 2018
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Pura Kehen: The Fire Temple of Bali
Jul 30, 2018
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Jul 30, 2018
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Witnessing a Hindu Festival at Pura Samuan Tiga
Jul 27, 2018
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Witnessing a Hindu Festival at Pura Samuan Tiga
Jul 27, 2018
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Jul 27, 2018
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Alila Ubud: A Luxury Resort Nestled in a Jungle Valley
Jul 23, 2018
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Alila Ubud: A Luxury Resort Nestled in a Jungle Valley
Jul 23, 2018
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Jul 23, 2018
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The Picture-Perfect Tegallalang Rice Terrace of Bali
Jul 13, 2018
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The Picture-Perfect Tegallalang Rice Terrace of Bali
Jul 13, 2018
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Jul 13, 2018
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The Dangers of the Ubud Monkey Forest
Jul 11, 2018
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The Dangers of the Ubud Monkey Forest
Jul 11, 2018
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Jul 11, 2018
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The Buddhist Bas-Reliefs of Borobudur
Jul 6, 2018
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The Buddhist Bas-Reliefs of Borobudur
Jul 6, 2018
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Jul 6, 2018
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Pura Dalem Ubud: The Temple of Death
Jul 2, 2018
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Pura Dalem Ubud: The Temple of Death
Jul 2, 2018
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Jul 2, 2018
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Borobudur: A Stunning Sunrise at a UNESCO World Heritage Sit
Jun 25, 2018
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Borobudur: A Stunning Sunrise at a UNESCO World Heritage Sit
Jun 25, 2018
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Jun 25, 2018
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Spa Day Heaven: Padma Spa at Plataran Borobudur
Jun 13, 2018
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Spa Day Heaven: Padma Spa at Plataran Borobudur
Jun 13, 2018
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Jun 13, 2018
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The Splendors of the Tirta Gangga Water Gardens
Jun 11, 2018
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The Splendors of the Tirta Gangga Water Gardens
Jun 11, 2018
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Jun 11, 2018
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Jun 6, 2018
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The Chicken Church of Java, Indonesia
Jun 6, 2018
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Jun 6, 2018
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Taksu Spa: A Wellness Wonderland in Ubud
Jun 4, 2018
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Taksu Spa: A Wellness Wonderland in Ubud
Jun 4, 2018
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Jun 4, 2018
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Plataran Borobudur: A Luxury Resort in a Dream Setting
May 23, 2018
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Plataran Borobudur: A Luxury Resort in a Dream Setting
May 23, 2018
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May 23, 2018
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Magic Mushrooms. The unconventional and modern marvel of Metropol Parasol, known as Las Setas (The Mushrooms) by locals, took root in Seville’s Plaza de la Encarnación in 2011. Designed by German architect Jürgen Mayer, the structur
Last summer Wally and I had the pleasure of visiting the garden of chef and philanthropist @rick_bayless. Bayless opened Frontera Grill in 1987 forever changing the face of Mexican food in Chicago. The production garden supplies his three downtown re
No Straight Jacket Required. When Wally and I revisited my former stomping grounds in Buffalo, we couldn’t resist the chance to tour the empty patient wards of the Buffalo State Asylum for the Insane. I had only been able to admire them from a
The Library is Open! It’s fun to be a tourist in your own city. I can’t believe it took us this long to visit the incredible Newberry Library. Its collections span an Aston six centuries, making it a treasure trove of knowledge. And that
The Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán is a masterclass in Mexican Baroque. A literal visual feast for the eyes, the church’s highly decorated interior includes use of more than 60,000 sheets of gold leaf. Its façade is decorated w
I was initially reluctant about visiting Hierve el Agua, the calcified waterfalls and spring-fed mineral water pools outside of the city of Oaxaca de Juárez. The popular geologic wonder is located in the town of San Isidro Roaguía, in t
San Miguel de Allende is a town with art in its DNA. There are galleries galore and shops full of colorful folk art. But we knew that one of the places we had to add to our itinerary was the Fábrica La Aurora. It just sounded so interesting: I
If you’re planning a trip to San Miguel de Allende and are looking for something fun and unusual to do, be sure to set some time aside for a visit to the Chapel of Jimmy Ray. The mosaic wonderland filled with art and assemblages by the late art
I’ll admit it, I’m a fan of @andresgandresg. When the time came for us to find the perfect place to stay in San Miguel de Allende, and I saw that @casahoyos was another one of his projects, the decision for me was easy. The boutique hote
The colorful #fantastical #woodcarving creatures known as #alebrijes were inspired by an artist’s fever dream. Learn more about our favorite #mexican #folkart #artepopular #handicraft. Link in bio. #travel #travelblogger #mexico🇲🇽 #oaxaca #
Sweat to Reset. The herb-infused indigenous steam ritual #temazcal opens your mind as well as your pores. Plus, you won’t believe how they cleanse you of negative energy. Learn more about this Mesoamerican tradition and why we highly recommend
There’s No Place Like Home. Located on a quiet stretch of Calle Miguel Hidalgo in the Centro of Oaxaca City, @casaantonieta was more than just a hotel for Wally and I. It was our home away from home. Plus it included the hip @muss_cafe with gre
Folk Yes! Linda Hanna’s home contains an incredible collection of handmade #folkart pieces from the surrounding villages around #Oaxaca. If you have a passion for folk art as Wally and I do, Oaxaca should be on your Mexico itinerary. And there&
@palaciooficial is more than just a pretty building. Head inside for strange #murals by famous #artists, including #diegorivera and #orozco. They’re also infamous, whether it’s because they’re #communist propaganda or feature a hide
Walking around #PuertoVallarta is a bit like being in an outdoor art gallery. #Murals #streetart and #graffiti can be found all over. #Mexico has a long history of this public art form. Click our link for more photos — and learn how some of the
Viva La Revolución. Masala y Maíz checked every box for us: a delicious blend of Mexican, African and Indian cuisine, great service, a pleasing atmosphere and a business philosophy we can get behind. Learn why this restaurant stands out
Shop ‘Til You Drop. If you’re looking to purchase folk art, handicrafts and arte popular from all over Mexico such as brightly painted alebrije wood carvings from Oaxaca and hand-embroidered Otomi textiles, head to the @mercadodeartesania
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