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Sep252015 by olafNo Comments

Hujan Locale

Spice

From the same group that established Sarong and Mama San, Hujan Locale is one of the latest additions to the gastronomic venues in Ubud that offers various selections of South East Asian fare including some of the finest dishes inspired by the tasteful spices found in Indonesian culinary delights. Will Meyrick is a man of culinary passion. His efforts have earned him a reputation of one of the few famous names in Bali’s culinary milieu and still his reputation moves on. This Scottish lad who has made Indonesian his home has just recently decided to bring his lifetime experience of tasting South East Asian food into the casual fine-dining setting of Hujan Locale. Situated in Ubud, Hujan Locale features high-quality slow cooked food from local products. The interior of this two-level...

Sep242015 by olafNo Comments

The Clifford Pier

Spice

Local Gastronomic with Breathtaking View Perhaps the reason this venue is one of the most talked about restaurants in Singapore is because of its lovely ambience and the stunning vista of its surrounds. Situated on the waterfront of Singapore’s Marina Bay as part of The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore, The Clifford Pier is a restaurant serving an extensive selection of local and regional traditional dishes. Built in 1933, Clifford Pier was the main landing jetty for regional maritime traders and immigrants before it’s recent transformation into a spectacular restaurant by the Fullerton Heritage in 2014. As soon as I stepped into The Clifford Pier, I couldn’t help but notice the elegant design that blended with the building’s original architecture. Here 2 sitting areas are provided; ...

Sep242015 by olafNo Comments

Mount Kinabalu

Five Best

Rising up like a monolith from the Jurassic era Mount Kinabalu stands 4,096 meters above sea level. It is the highest peak in Borneo’s Crocker Range as well as the highest mountain in Malaysia. In topographic prominence, Mount Kinabalu is the 20th most prominent mountain in the world and considered among the most important biological sites in the world, having accorded a World Heritage Status by UNESCO. Mount Kinabalu contains thousands species of plants, hundred species of birds and mammals, including the rare Rafflessia flower and the endangered orang-utan. The lowest peak of Mount Kinabalu can be climbed quite easily by a person in good physical condition and there is no need for equipment at any point on the main route, however other peaks along the massif require at least basic ...

Sep202015 by olafNo Comments

Mount Batur

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Bali like so many of Indonesia’s islands has been formed as a result of volcanic activity. The mountainous chain that runs through the middle of Bali is a result of this activity and in the case of Mt. Batur, activity that is not quite over. Mount Batur is located in Batur Village, Kintamani and is an active volcano standing 1,717 meters above sea level well known as a gorgeous sunrise spot. The area around the volcano is a deep crater lake and the site of a massive explosion many years ago. Bubbling hot springs also feature around the base of this volcano that attracts both trekkers and viewers alike to its surrounds. Mount Batur’s peak provides a fantastic platform for sunset watchers. Almost a century ago, Mount Batur erupted. Although it was not as massive as the one happened a...

Sep192015 by olafNo Comments

Mount Kelimutu

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Situated close to the small town of Moni in central Flores Island, Kelimutu is a volcano that rises 1,639 meters above sea level. This volcano is famous for its three striking summit crater lakes each containing their own distinct colours of red, blue and green water. The reason for this strange coloration is not precisely known but it is thought that various gases reacting with different minerals are the main cause. The scenic panorama of the said lake is what makes Kelimutu a noteworthy hiking destination. To get to the mountain one must go through to the town of Moni located 50 km away from the capital city of Ende, East Nusa Tenggara. There are frequent flights scheduled from Bali to Ende.

Sep172015 by olafNo Comments

Japan

Next Destination

Highly populated Tokyo is a great example of Japan’s urban living environment. This huge and wealthy metropolis makes good use of an advanced technology that blends gracefully with some of the fascinating aspects of traditional Japanese culture. Tokyo is one of the great cities of the world; it is a major destination for business, education, and holiday travel and ought to be a destination for everyone - sometime in life. Despite its size, Tokyo should not be thought of as a single city. It’s actually a constellation of cities and districts that merged together. Starting out from Bali, I took the AirAsia flight to Kuala Lumpur where I was able to catch a connecting flight on to Tokyo; Japan’s capitol. To experience the best of Tokyo one should select the most suitable accommoda...