Diving in Raja Ampat: a first-timer guide
Would you believe me if I said I wanted to hate diving in Raja Ampat? I feared the place …
Diving in Lombok: is it worth it?
Lombok is often presented as Bali’s quieter, more authentic neighbour, an alternative destination for those who might feel overwhelmed by the crowds on the Island of the Gods. Lombok is so close to Bali that as I write these words from a grey pebble beach …
The Sulawesi diaries: diving, nature & culture from Manado to Makassar
Saying this was the most anticipated trip of my second year in Indonesia is an understatement. Also known as Celebes, Sulawesi isn’t the kind of destination you can just book and go, at least not if you want to get the full picture of its …
Diving in Koh Lanta, my new favourite spot in Thailand
For over a decade, Koh Tao has been my base for diving in Thailand, but after exploring the Andaman coast for the first time last year, I stumbled upon an island I might like even more. In the south of Thailand, not far from the …
Diving in Komodo: Everything you need to know before you go
Komodo was the place that made me fall in love with diving in Indonesia. Back in 2012, I spent just a few days sailing its turquoise waters between hilly islands and drift diving with manta rays. Thirteen years later, I returned diving in Komodo for …
Diving Nusa Penida vs. Nusa Lembongan: when & where to go?
Is it even possible to go diving in Bali and not dream of swimming with manta rays and mola-molas? What many divers don’t realise is that to fulfil this dream, they need to hop over to a different island. While part of Bali’s province, Nusa …
Diving in Tulamben: my top 5 dive sites
Since 2012, I have seen the tiny village of Tulamben, on Bali’s northeastern coast, evolving from a sleepy fishing community into one of the most popular diving destinations worldwide. The area now features a stretch of dive resorts, from budget-friendly to luxury options, reaching as …
Top 10 reasons to go diving in Amed while exploring Bali
There is a hidden gem on the northeast coast of Bali that defies the notion that the island is now overrun with overtourism and traffic jams. Welcome to Amed—a tranquil fishermen’s village where life moves at a slower pace. Yes, it is a three-hour drive …
Diving in the Similan Islands: things to know before you go
Thailand, often celebrated as the land of smiles, is also a haven for nature lovers with its 156 national parks, including 9 marine national parks accessible to scuba divers. Among these, the Similan Marine National Park, created in 1982, might be the most famous in …