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Lapaz
Bolivia LAPAZ & VALLEY OF THE SOUL I’ve heard La Paz described as a city that looks lost but ensures you’ll never feel lost yourself, and it’s an apt description. As one of the highest administrative capitals in the world, the city reveals its unique character from an aerial view. During our visit, we took…
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Bolivia Laguna Colorado At Laguna Colorado, within the Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve, I experienced one of nature’s most striking colour palettes. The lagoon’s intense reds and surreal landscape made it feel like entering an art studio created by the natural world. The beauty here is so overwhelming that words cannot do it justice.…
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Bolivia Isla Incahuasi Isla Incahuasi, located in the middle of Salar de Uyuni, presents a surreal experience, surrounded by the immense salt flats. The island is home to numerous large Trichocereus cacti, each more impressive than the last. As I wandered around, I felt that every cactus, with its distinctive areoles, was telling its own…
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Malaysia MISTY RAINFOREST. DANUM VALLEY The Danum Valley, the world’s second-oldest rainforest at an astounding 130 million years old, is a sanctuary of ancient wonders. In the misty mornings, the pristine forest takes on an ethereal quality that’s almost otherworldly. Hiking through its dense canopy, where the tallest tropical trees stretch towards the heavens, is…
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Malaysia Mystical Kinabatangan River The Kinabatangan River always reminds me of the hornbill, which called the king of birds. As I cruise along the river, it’s frequent to spot these magnificent birds flying in pairs above. Kinabatangan is celebrated for its incredible bird and animal watching opportunities, offering an unforgettable experience. I particularly love the…
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Malaysia Bako National Park. WILD ZOO Bako National Park stands out geographically because it’s located on a unique peninsula. The boat ride to the park is soothing, enhanced by the bright colors and serene landscape of the river. I fondly refer to Bako as a “wild zoo” due to the high likelihood of encountering various…
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Malaysia Gunung Mulu National Park Gunung Mulu National Park is celebrated for its extraordinary caves, with Deer Cave and Clearwater Cave standing out as my top picks. Deer Cave’s immense scale is breathtaking, and walking through it felt like stepping into a Batman film, it’s easy to feel dwarfed by its vastness. Clearwater Cave is…
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Kalimantan Sg Utik Dayak Longhouse I could hardly contain my excitement when I first stepped into the longhouse, it felt like walking into a living museum, brimming with authenticity. The experience was overwhelming, like running an endless marathon through history and tradition. This remarkable place, housing up to 28 families living in harmony, is a…
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Kalimantan Danau Sentarum National Park Deep in the Heart of Borneo lies Danum Sentarum National Park, just two hours west of the Kalimantan Malaysia border. Cruising by boat across its tranquil lakes felt like a journey into my soul, enveloped by an exquisite silence. The untamed wilderness here is rare and extraordinary, a rare gem…
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Kalimantan Overnight on the Mahakam River Houseboat Anthony Bourdain’s raw and authentic approach to travel has always inspired me, and I try to embody that spirit in my journeys. On my recent trip to Kalimantan, my friend Awang and I immersed ourselves fully in the local culture by spending a night on a houseboat sailing…
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