Okinawa Honto
27 Oktober 2024, Jepun ⋅ ☀️ 86 °F
After my flight got canceled and a wasted day at Osaka airport, I am now on Okinawa.
My first impression is that it is too Western and doesn't feel like Japan anymore. Plus, it doesn't feel tropicalBaca lagi
Kyoto day 4
24 Oktober 2024, Jepun ⋅ ☁️ 68 °F
Tired, I didn't have a lot of energy to explore. Although I had 4 full days, it wasn't enough.
Kyoto day 3
23 Oktober 2024, Jepun ⋅ 🌧 79 °F
Temples & Gardens on the eastside.
Kyoto day 1 & 2
22 Oktober 2024, Jepun ⋅ ☁️ 73 °F
The beauty that keeps on giving.
On the westside of Kyoto and an annual parade from the imperial palace.
Kanazawa
17 Oktober 2024, Jepun ⋅ ☀️ 73 °F
Kanazawa is unbelievably quiet. I feel at peace.
Toyko Day 3-4
15 Oktober 2024, Jepun ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Tokyo
13 Oktober 2024, Jepun ⋅ ⛅ 79 °F
I've covered a lot of ground, although all signs are in Japanese so I didn't really know what I was seeing.
Walked through Nippori, Ueno, Akihabara, Minato City, Harajuku, Shibuya City, andBaca lagi
Pharping and Katmandu Valley
8 Oktober 2024, Nepal ⋅ 🌙 72 °F
Final days in the Katmandu Valley
Healing ceremonies
6 Oktober 2024, Nepal ⋅ ⛅ 81 °F
More healing...
Bhaktapur
5 Oktober 2024, Nepal ⋅ ⛅ 81 °F
A Unesco heritage site, the whole town is an architectural wonder.
Dasain Festival
4 Oktober 2024, Nepal ⋅ ⛅ 82 °F
It is now day 2 of the Dasain festival. Our first two days here were supporting healing and clearing. Yesterday was the beginning of the Dasain Festival, a nine day celebration of Durga. We called inBaca lagi
Nargarkot Shamanic Practice and Healing
1 Oktober 2024, Nepal ⋅ ⛅ 84 °F
In the first two days of our experiential pilgrimage, we participated in a ceremony with Tamang Shamans. We received healings and clearing. I was happy to find a drum and bells in Katmandu, which areBaca lagi
Katmandu on tour
29 September 2024, Nepal ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Finally, meeting up with my tour group was a relief. We met at Pashupanath, a famous, sacred Hindu temple & cremation site on the riverbank that was rebuilt in the 15th century.
I was the deadBaca lagi
Stormy Pokhara
26 September 2024, Nepal ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
On the 26th, I had lunch with my Brazilian friend Camilla, who returned from her 10-day trek. Our plan was to gang out afterward, but shortly after, Camilla felt sick. She ordered fish, so we thoughtBaca lagi
Australian Camp & Dhampus
23 September 2024, Nepal ⋅ ☀️ 70 °F
An early start got us to view the sunrise from Sarangkot. Following that, we drove to Kande to start our trek. My friend Sara, whom I met on retreat and our guide Govinda, were good company.
TheBaca lagi
Pokhara
22 September 2024, Nepal ⋅ ☀️ 90 °F
I love Nepal... and Pokhara is magical.
Arriving early to the airport, I made friends with two Nepalese who were kind and great company.
Friends from the Kopan retreat are here, and I'm doing aBaca lagi
Katmandu
16 September 2024, Nepal ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Four days in Katmandu flew by. Many of the friends I made at the retreat were also in town, and I've had more socializing than I had in years. It was beautiful.
Katmandu is a busy city, yet it feltBaca lagi
Kopan Monastery
7 September 2024, Nepal ⋅ ⛅ 86 °F
A 10-day introduction to Buddhism retreat gave to the opportunity to stay at Kopan Monastery. It was an amazing experience. The retreat was the most diverse group I have ever been a part of. And,Baca lagi
Kuala Lumpur
4 September 2024, Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 90 °F
My last city in Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur. Although I do not consider myself a city person, I enjoyed my time here.
My favorite site was the Enchanted Peronas Twin Towers. They are my favorite modernBaca lagi
Felda Hot Springs
2 September 2024, Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 90 °F
My trip to Malaysia would not be complete without soaking in hot springs. A short (but not easy) detour to Sungkai for two days of soaking.
They only had one pool, as the others were being renovated.Baca lagi
Mossy Forest
30 Ogos 2024, Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 68 °F
A group tour to the Mossy Forest and BOH tea plantation. The day ended with steampot with my new friends from Luxembourg.
Cameron Highlands
28 Ogos 2024, Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 70 °F
I added Cameron Highlands to my itinerary because it is known for its natural beauty.
On a hike, the first hour was strenuous, straight uphill. Coming down was also tricky as the trail was slipperyBaca lagi
Sasanarrakkha Buddhist Sanctuary
12 Ogos 2024, Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 90 °F
After 2 weeks, I was ready to leave this retreat center. A lot of my challenges arose out of my comparing mind. The differences in practice and culture were a constant challenge for me. The teachingsBaca lagi
Batu Ferringhi
9 Ogos 2024, Malaysia ⋅ 🌧 81 °F
My last days before I start my 3-week retreat are in Batu Ferringhi. Based on reviews and guide books, it is the best beach on Penang.
It's okay, but I haven't been in the water. After being here, IBaca lagi
Kek Lok Si Temple
6 Ogos 2024, Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 86 °F
A trip to Penang would not be complete without visiting the towering statue of Quan Yin.
Previously, I burned an offering for my ancestors at the Temple of Mercy, a smaller temple in town.



















































































































































































































































