Dear Nelly and Armen, The Banda Islands are a group of ten small volcanic islands in the Banda Sea about 2,000km east of Java, and are part of the Indonesian province of Maluku. Until the mid 19th Century the Banda Islands were the world’s only source of the spices nutmeg and mace and, because of this, were hugely valuable to colonialists including...
Dear Julian, Indonesia is a destination that specializes in laidback fun and relaxation—a perfect fit for you and your friends. I know, however, that you hunger for more than just a typical vacation. With this in mind, I have designed an itinerary that blends excellent surfing, classic sightseeing, and cultural exploration, allowing you to connect...
Dear Frederick, Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, rests at the intersection of modernity and antiquity, combining a cosmopolitan street life with the timelessness of the past. It’s a place of contradictions, where the grit and character of historic neighborhoods are nestled besides skyscrapers, and where new mega-malls stand beside golden palaces....