When we went to the Mentawais Island chain in Indonesia for Howard's birthday, we got to spend some time discovering Padang the day before and after our ferry ride to Hidden Bay Resort. Here is our date night, accompanied by our guide, Budi, on our last...
“I think you’re a little bit of a witch,” Luana said with a slight crinkle of her green-grey eyes. She had pulled her hair back in a ponytail to combat the Mentawai Island’s humidity. We all sat around long tables in the communal palapa, eating dinner. Luana...
Although some may think of India as a crowded and noisy destination, it doesn’t have to be. Many travelers don’t realize that India has many quiet regions that offer opportunities to experience Indian culture at a slower, more laid-back pace. Two of the...