Archive for the ‘Travel’ Category

Great Scottish Castles (1)

Scotland’s turbulent history has left an enduring mark on the landscape in shape of the many castles, fortresses and tower houses that pepper the countryside. Some – such as Edinburgh or Stirling – rank amongst Europe’s most impressive structures while other less grand examples provide a stark insight into darker times. The first time I [...]

Scotland, Travel, UK April 19, 2008 7:13 pm 10 Comments

What A Difference A Nationality Made? (3)

There are two occasions which urged me to think seriously about giving up my Indonesian passport and becoming a UK citizen. One of my friends asked if we’re interested in going somewhere on Easter break, and she quite fancied Switzerland and Austria. While another one immediately said yes, I had to tell her that it’s [...]

Being Expat, Indonesia, Travel February 29, 2008 7:48 am 11 Comments

What A Difference A G’Day Makes

The Sunday Times Magazine yesterday featured an article about more and more Britons are emigrating to Australia. I have found several interesting facts that I will share with you. Australia now becomes the most popular destination for British emigrant, and British people now make up almost a quarter of foreigners applying for Australian citizenship. But [...]

Australia, Being Expat, Travel, UK February 25, 2008 9:07 am 8 Comments

Tantrum Injury: A Massage Experience in Saigon

Have you ever been in the situation where you were so mad you did something silly that hurt you back? It happened to me last Saturday in Saigon, which generated tantrum injury term from Stuart. Here’s the story. After wandering around Ben Thanh Market in a hot, humid temperature to buy oleh-oleh, we ended up [...]

Being Expat, Life & Style, Travel January 15, 2008 9:35 am 6 Comments

Vietnam: What A Difference A Nationality Made (2) ?

Do you remember my lengthy post about being Indonesian and how I feel that as an Indonesian we are treated lousy by the rest of the world? (click here to read my old posting). Well, the ‘belief’ sticks in my head strongly, and I saw some more proof the other day that confirmed me to [...]

Being Expat, Travel January 10, 2008 9:26 am 6 Comments

Is Our Ministry of Tourism Sleeping? (2)

Not long ago Rasa Sayange song has sparked a rift between Indonesia and Malaysia because the song is believed to be created by Indonesian (hence, belongs to Indonesia) but was used to promote Malaysian Tourism industry. Now Indonesians are upset again toward a new controversial issue. This time, it’s the traditional dance from Ponorogo, a [...]

Indonesia, Travel November 28, 2007 11:30 pm 2 Comments

I Love Scotland

Note: I must say that this story is written because I feel guilty that I have written many things about Scotland which seem more like complains, especially about the weather. Weather is not that bad, if we know how to handle it (which puts me in the category of ‘virgin’ since I have no clue. [...]

Being Expat, Life & Style, Scotland, Travel, UK November 12, 2007 9:41 am 3 Comments

What A Difference A Nationality Made

In my short career as a globetrotter I’ve learned something valuable: it sucks being Indonesian. As a country we only have dual agreements with 11 countries which allow Indonesian citizens to enter those 11 countries without having to applied for a visa. That means for the rest of countries in the world, we have to [...]

Being Expat, Indonesia, Travel October 15, 2007 11:05 am 8 Comments

Like Father Like Daughter

The photographer had sent 60 photos to me the other day, all must be reviewed and approved before they print them all and compile them in 3 albums. My fiance approves all 60 without any questions. I approve only 5 of them and send the rest of 55 pieces to the photographer with comments here [...]

Indonesia, Scotland, Travel, UK July 11, 2007 1:04 am 0 Comments

Leaving on A Jet Plane (2)

I think I should write this now before it’s too close to my departure. I know when the time comes I will be too emotional, and I hate showing tears in public. I’m known to be feisty and distant, while secretly I’m helplessly sappy. Living in Scotland would not be a problem at all to [...]

Being Expat, Scotland, Travel, UK May 31, 2007 8:11 pm 0 Comments
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