Do you think that long-term or full-time travel is an extended vacation? You’d better think again and approach the idea of traveling for a long time in an entirely different way. If you don’t, you’ll be …
Fire, Death, and Rebirth
Late October and early November 2010 was a time no one living in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, will ever forget. Mt. Merapi, one of the most active and dangerous volcanoes in the world just north of Yogyakarta, …
Women in Indonesia
I’ve been writing a lot of posts about Indonesia. That’s natural, right? It’s where I’ve made my home for almost all of the past 36 years.You may not know much about Indonesia other than the …
When Death Isn’t Goodbye
I’ve thought a lot about death recently. My mom is 92 years old and has severe dementia. I realize that her time on earth is coming to an end. I don’t think any of us like …
Scuba Diving in Indonesia
If you live in the United States and you’re a scuba diver, the closest places for you to enjoy the underwater world are in the Caribbean. I’ve been diving in the Caribbean and loved it. …
How About Traveling Long Term?
Traveling long term is easier today than ever before in history. In the past, the only people who could afford to travel for extended periods of time were the wealthy. They’d pick up and take …
Freedom to Travel
Do you wish you had more freedom to travel? Do you wish you didn’t have to be a slave to your 9–to–5 job? Many people say they want to be free. They say that they wish they …
Destiny or Luck?
Did I end up traveling the world and living in Indonesia because it was my destiny? Or was it just bad luck – or maybe good luck? Destiny and luck have a lot in common. …
What’s Under Those Headscarves?
I’m an American female living in Indonesia, which has a majority Muslim population. You may already know that the government of Indonesia is not religious. It’s secular and recognizes many different religions. In fact, we …
Vietnamese Salt – the Best?
When one of your traveling friends talks about Vietnam, do you expect him or her to talk about salt? Probably not.Instead, your friend will most likely tell you about the gorgeous rice fields. Vietnam’s rice …
Are You a Tourist or Traveler
Tourists and travelers both like to see the world. And both types of people have a place in the world of travel. Nearly everyone has a bucket list of places that they want to visit …