Indonesia Part 1

With plans to travel all over Europe already set in motion, we suddenly received an offer to work in Bali starting almost immediately. With funds dwindling, we decided to take the chance and accept knowing full well that Europe's accessibility could be tapped into at a later stage. Perhaps one of the enticing aspects of this new decision was the need to fly back home to the Republic for 10 days for several logistical reasons including visa applications, cheaper flights and to offload 2 bags full of ski and winter gear. Our brief stay spent at home was a joyous occasion spent with friends and family that rejuvenated us in such a way that only ones' home can do. But a new experience lay in waiting, this time heading East to the tropics. The first 2 weeks spent here in Bali have been eventful and full of wonderment. In this time, we decided to turn down the job offer. This difficult decision was taken for many reasons but what remains most relevant is the opportunity afforded to us now to spend an extended period of time exploring the island at our leisure. And after 14 days here, that's exactly what we've done. With a centralized apartment as our base we have been able to venture North past Canggu and South into the Bukit peninsular for surf and beaches. The Balinese culture is such an appealing one, filled with happiness and goodwill and their land is such a paradise that to explore it is not only possible on a shoestring budget but is so rewarding in the treasures you uncover around every turn of the motorbike. Then there is the surf...

Sam; composed in Saunr

Our evening surf and run is always capped off with a shower and swim in one of the many luxury resorts dotted along the beach. Just smile and wave to the guard.

Kuta, for all the madness, does still have its charms.

Hungry Eyes.

Uluwatu at 6 feet with 8 foot closeouts. This day saw many a broken leash and one gnarly swim from the top of the point.

Padang Padang looking ever so beautiful in the evening glow with no hint as to what lies beneath.

Arvo surf check.

The culinary experiences in Bali are nothing short of magnificent with the local Warungs our best source of an authentic Indonesian meal. 

Padang beach in the evening

Jimbaran bay heading South.

Balangan dreaming

Balangan lunch with a very distracting view.

Our chariot.

It's all a bit overwhelming for a goofy-foot.

Lazy days in Bingin

Bingin pickings.