As I write this blog tonight, I am sitting in the airport in San Francisco, waiting for about 2 1/2 hours before my almost 24 hour flight to Bali (via Taipei). Wow! That's a long time. I've been up to a lot over the past few weeks. I celebrated the holidays. I wrapped up some … Continue reading Packing it all in
Category: Trip Planning
Eight is Enough
I'll be on the plane to Bali in just eight days! As I consult with my boyfriend, a seasoned international traveler, for the best things to bring, he of course mentions a towel. And naturally, I cannot help but think of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. I'm sure if I'm together enough to remember … Continue reading Eight is Enough
Many, Yet One
Indonesia is a nation made up of many islands –17,508 islands. However, only about 6,000 are inhabited. The country is second only to Brazil in its biodiversity. In short, there's a lot of potential differences rolled into one country. This is reflected in the national motto, Bhinneka Tunggal Ika -- which translates into "Unity Through … Continue reading Many, Yet One
One month away!
I started this blog to chronicle my 2014 trip to Bali -- and it's almost here! In just 30 days, I will be flying from San Francisco to Taipei, and then from Taipei to Bali. When I travel, even small distances, the reality of the event hits me when I get in the car or … Continue reading One month away!