Pulau Saparua: Tracing the Roots of Conflict in South Maluku
The spectre of tumult is never too far from sight on quiet Saparua, even if these violent phantoms seem to have receded into the distance.
Eye in the Middle
[In]Expert Travel Insight
Eye in the Middle
[In]Expert Travel Insight
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Javanese / Bahasa Jowo Language Primer
Our correspondent, upon learning a little about how to communicate in Central and East Java, shares a related linguistic guide.
In Search of Quiet, Part 2: (Yet More) Places (in Indonesia) a Way Away From Elsewhere
Our correspondent compiles other locales for visitors to forget themselves for a while.
Out-Of-The-Way: Indonesian Locations Ripe for Visiting
One of the lesser-heralded joys of visiting Indonesia is that of simply exploring without purpose, as evidenced by traipsing around this selection of treasure chests.
Lost in Sync: Banda Neira Reveals Its Secrets
Our correspondent becomes attuned to the distinct frequencies shared by the famed Spice Islands of Maluku.
Tainted Sunset: Recycling Causes Concern on Saparua Island
Our correspondent washes up on Maluku's Pulau Saparua and catches two glimpses: one endearing, the other disturbing.
Pulau Banda Neira: Meeting The Boss in the Middle of Nowhere
Our correspondent enjoys a low-key, energetic welcome to the Banda Islands, Indonesia's most charming secret hideaway.
Underrated Indonesia: Five Destinations Beyond the Clout
Our correspondent spent x amount of time in Indonesia and found these lesser heralded, but by no means inferior, destinations.
Banda Neira: (Very) Vague Guide to Maluku’s Prettiest Spice Island
Our correspondent was lucky enough to reach Maluku and fell deeply for its soporific island outliers.