Seasons, ferries, what to pack. Short, practical notes written by the people who run the trips.
12 Oct 2026
5 min read
When to go to Raja Ampat (and when not to)
October to April is calm-sea season in Raja Ampat. From June to August the southeast wind makes the Dampier Strait crossing rough. Here is how we plan around it.
28 Sep 2026
4 min read
Bromo at 3:30 a.m.: what the sunrise trip is actually like
The jeep leaves Cemoro Lawang in the dark, the viewpoint is cold, and it is worth it. A plain account of the night, with what to wear.
9 Sep 2026
6 min read
Komodo by phinisi: three nights on a wooden boat
Cabins, food, the Padar climb and how close you get to the dragons. What three nights on a phinisi out of Labuan Bajo looks like.