Off-roading the Scooter – Lombok, Indonesia

The day arrived for him to set out on his first true two wheeled adventure. The Californian entered the line at the petrol station and filled up for his 76km journey from Bengassi to Kuta, Lombok. He soon climbed into the mountain pass through the Monkey Forest where monkeys stay on the side of the […]

The Ideal Island – Gili Air, Lombok, Indonesia

“I am going to rip all of your hair out!” When threats like this are commonplace in conversation, you have found a good friend. He met the Beneficent Belgian during his week in the jungle. Independently deciding they each wanted to travel to the Gili Islands east of Bali, they mutually decided to travel together. They […]

The Mafia, A Childhood Dream, and Two Pizzas – Uluwatu, Bali, Indonesia

“I think that was a mob boss.” Ride share services such as Uber and Grab do not pickup or drop off in certain areas of Bali. An Uber driver mentioned that this is because the mafia has claim to transportation needs as it gives jobs and commerce to local services. It is not unheard of […]

“I come to watch the sunset.” – Lombok, Indonesia

As the scooter rolled down the cement dock towards him, the driver offered a wide smile and said, “How are you, brotha?” “Good, just here to watch the sunset,” the Californian replied, smiling in an attempt to match the warmth received from the stranger. “Me too! And smoke some marijuana. Do you want to smoke […]