# Eazycation > Travel Slow. Connect Deep. Explore Authentically. ## Posts - [A Summer of Highs, Lows, and Unexpected Journeys](https://eazycation.com/news/a-summer-of-highs-lows-and-unexpected-journeys/): [ Take a deep breath.. ] This summer was a busy one for many people, myself included. - [Remember Flores & Komodo Islands](https://eazycation.com/news/remember-flores-komodo-islands/): Hey, Explorers! - [Baliem Valley Festival 2026: A Once-a-Year Cultural Adventure](https://eazycation.com/news/baliem-valley-festival-once-a-year-cultural-adventure/): Hey, Explorers! - [The Best Time is NOW!](https://eazycation.com/news/derawan/): Hey, Explorers! Our next official Eazycation trip is heading to the spectacular Derawan Archipelago in East Kalimantan. - [Senior Explorers Series – Launched Now!](https://eazycation.com/news/senior-explorers-series-launched-now/): Hey, Explorers! There’s a certain rhythm to a weekday afternoon in a Jakarta cafe. - [Lunar New Year and Singkawang](https://eazycation.com/news/lunar-new-year-and-singkawang/): Hey, Explorers! This Lunar New Year reminds me of one place in Indonesia that celebrate this festive season bigger than any other places around the country. - [New Beginnings & New Dreams](https://eazycation.com/news/new-beginnings-dreams/): Happy New Year! - [Karimunjawa Islands Now](https://eazycation.com/news/karimunjawa-islands-now/): While some parts of the world are experiencing a heatwave, here in Indonesia, summer arrives in a different way. - [Are You Ready for Tana Humba?](https://eazycation.com/news/are-you-ready-for-tana-humba/): The first quarter of the month has already flown by! April usually kicks off the start of the "busy" season. - [2024 Reflections and Moving Forward ..](https://eazycation.com/news/2024-reflections-and-moving-forward/): Hey, Explorers! - [Southeast Sulawesi and Central Kalimantan, Here We Come!](https://eazycation.com/news/southeast-sulawesi-and-central-kalimantan-here-we-come/): I hope everything is going well for all of you! - [The Second Half of the Year](https://eazycation.com/news/the-second-half-of-the-year/): Hey, Explorers! - [From Komodo Islands with Love](https://eazycation.com/news/from-komodo-islands-with-love/): Hey, Explorers! - [Welcome to Our New Meetup Group!](https://eazycation.com/news/welcome-to-our-new-meetup-groups/): If you have been with me for more than five years, you should have known that we used to have a Meetup Group called "Indonesia Explorers" – that was how we started, as we shared the story here. - [Short Trip or Long Trip?](https://eazycation.com/news/short-trip-or-long-trip/): Hey, Explorers! - [Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! Plus 10th Anniversary Surprise!](https://eazycation.com/news/merry-christmas-happy-new-year-plus-10th-anniversary-surprise/): Hey, Explorers! - [1 Traveler 1 Coral](https://eazycation.com/news/1-traveler-1-coral/): Since mid of last month, I have been implementing the [1 Traveler 1 Coral ] program in Eazycation. - [Sailing Pahawang](https://eazycation.com/news/sailing-pahawang/): Hey, Explorers! - [Hey Ho! We are Back!](https://eazycation.com/news/hey-ho-we-are-back/): Hey, Explorers! - [Unlock New Destination – Fakfak in West Papua](https://eazycation.com/news/unlock-new-destination-fakfak-in-west-papua/): Hey, Explorers! - [Virtual Explorers Meet & Greet – You are invited!](https://eazycation.com/news/virtual-explorers-meet-greet-you-are-invited/): Hey, Explorers! - [We Are Going to Raja Ampat!](https://eazycation.com/news/we-are-going-to-raja-ampat/): Hey, Explorers! - [Mt. Papandayan or Mt. Bromo, Anyone?](https://eazycation.com/news/mt-papandayan-or-mt-bromo-anyone/): A few weeks ago, I happened to go trekking at one place called Kawah Ratu (direct translation: Queen Crater). - [Our Next Trips Schedule is Out!](https://eazycation.com/news/eazycation-trip-schedule/): While I can't wait to see you around here in Indonesia soon, I am happy to see many of you have also been traveling around the globe or even just to somewhere not far from where you are living (thanks to social media in this case so that we can keep in touch virtually). - [Are You Ready to Travel?](https://eazycation.com/news/are-you-ready-to-travel/): This is my 1st bulletin after the last one that was written in June 2020. YES. TWO YEARS AGO. (inhale. phew.) - [Life After Back to the Reality.](https://eazycation.com/news/life-after-back-to-the-reality/): Hi, Explorers! I am now in a different kind of mood greeting you all! Well, at least a better mood than the last few months. - [Almost End of Another Month. Some Shows to Watch.](https://eazycation.com/news/almost-end-of-another-month-some-shows-to-watch/): Just checking out how have you all been? It is already almost three months now and I can say this is the longest ever for me to stay at home. - [Remember to take a break](https://eazycation.com/news/remember-to-take-a-break/): Who would expect that we are taking a break longer than we ever thought of? - [New Year. New Beginning.](https://eazycation.com/news/new-year-new-beginning/): Or a betterment from last year? - [Komodo National Park, Will It Close Anytime Soon?](https://eazycation.com/news/komodo-national-park-will-it-close-anytime-soon/): As many news going around about the closure of Komodo National Park in 2020 until further notice which later on it was reconfirmed that only the main Komodo Island itself that will be closed while other islands remain open. - [It's 5ºC on Mount Gede](https://eazycation.com/news/5-degree-mount-gede/): That night, our group of 7, divided into two groups. - [Snorkelling is not Swimming](https://eazycation.com/news/snorkelling-is-not-swimming/): How many of us still think that snorkelling is the same as swimming? - [Don't Give Up Exploring Indonesia](https://eazycation.com/news/dont-give-up-exploring-indonesia/): I am not sure how many of you noticed that the domestic airfares have experienced some adjustment since the beginning of this year, unfortunately, a little higher than before. - [Let's Explore Komodo Islands in a More Luxurious Way](https://eazycation.com/news/lets-explore-komodo-islands-in-a-more-luxurious-way/): Well, it may still be far from the standard of what people think about luxury in common. But, tell ya, it is still a luxury. - [Happy New Year 2019!](https://eazycation.com/news/happy-new-year-2019/): We are still in the first month of the year. It is still not too late. I think. - [A Helping Hand for Central Sulawesi](https://eazycation.com/news/a-helping-hand-for-central-sulawesi/): We may already know that multiple earthquakes happened in Central Sulawesi with one that followed by 1.5 m to 4 m high tsunami hit Palu City. - [Hey, IDE Members! You are invited to our new 'home'!](https://eazycation.com/news/hey-ide-members-you-are-invited-to-our-new-home/): After staying in our rented 'home' on Meetup for almost 5 years, we thought it is time for us to getting our own 'home' – a place where we all can be keeping in touch as a community and call it as our own. - [Taka – Bone – Rate. Please Repeat After Me!](https://eazycation.com/news/taka-bone-rate-repeat-after-me/): When I heard about this place for the first time, I had a hard time to pronounce and to remember the name. - [Introducing Eazy: A Travel Planner & Tour Oganizer](https://eazycation.com/news/eazytrip-introducing-eazycation/): It's been two years since I left my full-time job. - [Superman Big Sister Waterfall in Kebumen, Central Java](https://eazycation.com/news/superman-big-sister-waterfall-in-kebumen-central-java/): On February last month, I had the privilege to be one of the invitees of the Familiarization Trip (Fam Trip) held by Central Java Tourism Board. - [Brebes, I Love You!](https://eazycation.com/news/brebes-i-love-you/): My bad, I have been very slack in updating you guys. February is the month of love, so, forgive me not? Yes? 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Visitors can enjoy swimming in pristine lakes and waterfalls, snorkeling or diving at one of the 50 spectacular dive sites, trekking to traditional villages, and experiencing local life. - [[8D7N] Explore South Sulawesi: Taka Bonerate](https://eazycation.com/list/8d7n-explore-south-sulawesi-makassar-to-taka-bonerate-national-park/): Taka Bonerate National Park is not as popular as other diving destinations in Indonesia, which is an additional advantage. The area is still untouched by dive tourism and can be considered one of the world's few remaining dive frontiers. The atolls rise abruptly from a deep oceanic trench and offer some fantastic wall diving opportunities in good visibility. - [[6D5N] Mentawai Island](https://eazycation.com/list/6d5n-mentawai-island/): Being the oldest tribe in Indonesia, the Mentawai tribe remains true to its original way of life. Located far from modernization, with only a few remaining members, the tribe is dedicated to preserving its culture and traditions. This is the perfect destination for travelers seeking a truly off-the-beaten-track adventure. - [[3D2N] Mt. Papandayan](https://eazycation.com/list/3d2n-mt-papandayan/): Mount Papandayan, standing at just 2,665 meters above sea level, is often referred to as "the mountain for beginners" by hikers. However, there are very few mountains in Indonesia that offer the same combination of natural features as Mt. Papandayan. It encompasses a stunning edelweiss meadow, a dead forest, and a steaming sulfur crater, all within its breathtaking view. - [[5D4N] Baliem Valley Festival](https://eazycation.com/list/5d4n-baliem-valley-festival/): The Baliem Valley Festival is an annual cultural event where tribes from the highlands of Wamena and the Baliem Valley, including the Dani, Lani, and Yali, gather to celebrate. Around 40 tribes come to showcase their local cultures, featuring traditional dances, musical performances, pig races, and mock wars between districts. - [[5D4N] Sumba Overland - Culture & Nature](https://eazycation.com/list/5d4n-sumba-overland-culture-nature/): Besides the natural attractions such as beaches, lakes, waterfalls and stunning savanna hills, Sumba is known for its culture that is still well preserved. - [[10D9N] The Ultimate Raja Ampat: Waigeo, Batanta, Misool](https://eazycation.com/list/10d9n-the-ultimate-raja-ampat-waigeo-batanta-misool/): This 10-day expedition offers a deep immersion into the "Four Kings" archipelago, specifically focusing on the pristine regions of Waigeo, Batanta, and the remote karst paradise of Misool. The journey balances aquatic wonder with jungle trekking to find rare Birds of Paradise, exploring the turquoise Love Lagoon, and discovering hidden waterfalls. It is an ultimate nature and cultural odyssey, showcasing the dramatic limestone pinnacles and vibrant coral reefs of Raja Ampat. - [[One-Day Trip] Let's Go Snorkelling in Pulau Seribu](https://eazycation.com/list/one-day-trip-snorkelling-pulau-seribu/): Snorkelling is a safe and fun watersport that everyone should try at least once! You will enjoy the feeling floating on the water surface while enjoying the corals and fish swimming around. It is a wonderful feeling! Whether you are new or you have been snorkelling for long, you are welcome to join! Let’s practice to be a better snorkeler so you will enjoy snorkelling better next time without the fear of water and ruining the marine life! - [[4D3N] Karimunjawa Islands – Snorkel/Dive & Conserve](https://eazycation.com/list/4d3n-karimunjawa-islands-snorkel-dive-conserve/): Our adventure extends beyond the islands; we’ve carved out time to give back to the ocean. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in a coral planting workshop, learning how to protect and restore the very reefs that make Karimunjawa so spectacular. - [[6D5N] Derawan Islands](https://eazycation.com/list/6d5n-derawan-islands/): Kalimantan is the Indonesian portion of Borneo, comprising 73% of this lush, tropical island. - [[3D2N] Timeless Singkawang](https://eazycation.com/list/3d2n-timeless-singkawang-a-soulful-heritage-culinary-journey/): Experience the charm of "The City of a Thousand Temples" at a pace that lets you truly breathe. This is not just a tour; it’s a journey to rediscover heritage, taste authentic flavors, and enjoy the simple luxury of a slow-moving life. - [[5D4N] Baliem Valley Trekking](https://eazycation.com/list/5d4n-baliem-valley-trekking/): The Baliem Valley Festival is an annual cultural event where tribes from the highlands of Wamena and the Baliem Valley, including the Dani, Lani, and Yali, gather to celebrate. Around 40 tribes come to showcase their local cultures, featuring traditional dances, musical performances, pig races, and mock wars between districts. - [[8D7N] Buton & Wakatobi](https://eazycation.com/list/8d7n-buton-wakatobi/): Buton and Wakatobi are emerging tourism gems in Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia, offering a mix of cultural and natural attractions. Buton, with its historical Baubau Fortress—one of the largest in the world—and traditional festivals, provides visitors a glimpse into the region’s rich heritage. It is also a gateway to the Wakatobi National Park. - [[5D4N] Wild Borneo Explorer: Orangutan Encounters & Dayak Immersion](https://eazycation.com/list/6d5n-orangutan-river-cruise-dayak-cultural-immersion/): This 5-day expedition offers a deep immersion into the wild heart of Borneo, combining a classic river cruise through Tanjung Puting National Park with an authentic cultural stay in a Dayak village. - [[3D2N] Enjoy Semarang through Sight, Taste, and Hands-on](https://eazycation.com/list/3d2n-enjoy-semarang-through-sight-taste-and-hands-on/): The heart of Central Java, Semarang, has a multicultural history and is one of the largest metropolitan cities in Indonesia. This city is also known as Kota Lumpia or Lumpia City. Lumpia is one of the most delicious snacks you could ever find in Indonesia. It’s a snack born by acculturation of two cultures, Javanese and Chinese, and a typical food from Semarang. - [[7D6N] Timor Leste – Mt. Ramelau Sunrise Hiking & Atauro Island](https://eazycation.com/list/7d6n-timor-leste-mt-ramelau-sunrise-hiking-atauro-island/): Experience the best of Timor-Leste as you embark on a short, scenic hike to the breathtaking peak of Mount Ramelau and immerse yourself in the local culture at the lush farming town of Maubisse. Your adventure will also take you to the iconic Cristo Rei of Dili, a towering Jesus Christ statue offering sweeping coastal views, and allow you to step back in time at the historic ruins of the Portuguese colonial Ai Pelo prison. Finally, you will escape across the waters to the remote Atauro Island, where you can snorkel or dive among world-class coral reefs and unwind on untouched, pristine beaches. - [[6D5N] Southern Taiwan – Ancient Trail & Underwater Discovery](https://eazycation.com/list/6d5n-southern-taiwan-ancient-trail-underwater-discovery/): Embark on a 6-day, 5-night journey tailored for those yearning to immerse themselves in the unspoiled natural beauty of southern Taiwan. This adventure promises a captivating exploration of unique indigenous cultures and an opportunity to discover some of the region's finest dive sites. Along the way, indulge in the rejuvenating experience of soaking in hot springs nestled amidst this breathtaking landscape. ## Optional - [Agent (MCP protocol)](websites-agents.hostinger.com/eazycation.com/mcp) [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)