A little while ago, I went on a short road trip around Lombok with my Dad. When I was trying to plan the journey, I couldn’t really find anything online, so I thought I’d write a little something in case anyone else was thinking of doing a similar trip. Lombok is an island in Indonesia, …
Diving is an expensive hobby, as my mum likes to remind me. Even in Bali, which is usually cheaper, it can cost you €100 for 2 dives. So, when I heard that you can go diving in Amed and Tulamben for €2, I was very excited! Is it too good to be true? Well, there’s …
In January 2022, I embarked on a journey out to a small island called Nusa Penida near Bali, Indonesia, to do my Divemaster with IOP (Indo Ocean Project). I already had my Open Water and Advanced diving certifications so I planned on doing my Rescue Diver and Divemaster while there. I arrived when Indonesia was …
Many call Kerry “the Kingdom” of Ireland, and for good reason. Ireland’s highest mountain, Carrauntoohil, lives here, as part of the McGillycuddy Reeks. These mountains look over Killarney National Park, filled with magical lakes and Ireland’s only population of indigenous red deer. Travelling along the Ring of Kerry brings you to sandy dunes and white …
Last year, I left Ireland for Indonesia. I had signed up for an 8-week internship to become a conservation Divemaster with Indo Ocean Project, a conservation organisation that trains SCUBA divers up to a professional standard. Having just finished my masters in Marine Conservation, it seemed like the perfect step for me to take. Being …
Last year I lived in London for the summer, after living in Indonesia for 6 months and submerging myself in tropical waters almost everyday. To say that I missed being in the water would be an understatement, so I made it my mission to try out as many swimming spots around London as possible. Especially …
Want to try Indonesian food but unsure of what’s on the menu? This post includes the best Indonesian dishes to try as well as explaining a bit about them.
Wondering how to get to Nusa Penida, Lembongan, and Ceningan? This guide will help you get to the Nusas from Bali, Lombok, or the Gilis!
Looking for a guide to Nusa Penida? This post will give you an insight into the things to do, what to do, and where to stay.
