Pulau Garam: Unravelling the Strands of Madura Island
Java's Isle of Salt very rarely crops up in discussions about the best places to go in Indonesia. But what can people expect from one of the archipelago's most intriguing hidden spots?
Eye in the Middle
[In]Expert Travel Insight
Eye in the Middle
[In]Expert Travel Insight
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Koh Thonsay: A Secluded Island Getaway in Cambodia’s Gulf
Our correspondent collapses into a hammock just in time for sunset on a serene drop in the ocean.
Tegala Sarangan, Java: A Lake Obscured in Mist
Our correspondent becomes embroiled in fog and can only vaguely make out one of the higher lakes in Java.
Arek Lancor: The Flaming Symbol of Madura’s Spirit
Our correspondent absorbs the message of a monument that represents Madurese passion and drive.
Long Gone Lakeside: Phnom Penh, Progress and the Death of an Icon
Our correspondent, inhabiting the role of observer, watches on as a Cambodian institution suffers an undeserving end.
Asta Tinggi: A Pilgrimage to the Royal Tombs of Sumenep
Our correspondent becomes a devotee on his journey to one of Sumenep's most iconic landmarks.
Sumenep: (Very) Vague Guide to the Soul of Madura
Our correspondent explores Sumenep, a region of historic significance and the cradle of modern Indonesia.
Ayutthaya: A Visit to Thailand’s Fallen Fulcrum
Our correspondent channels who-knows-what as the spirits of Thailand's former capital make themselves known.
Dhow-sabout That For a Smooth Ride in Tanzania
Our correspondent catches a traditional seafaring craft cutting a swathe through the ocean waves.
Language Primer: Chichewa
Our correspondent believes it should be noted that English is widely spoken and understood in Malawi but where’s the fun in that?