WW: Taman Nemo, Pahawang and Kelagian Island, Lampung

Welcome to Pahawang and Kelagian Island, Lampung

Hi everyone... Ready to enjoy a lovely weekend with The Frakarsas? Join us then!

Nothing brings me more joy than going out to the sea and enjoy its beautiful underwater world. Well, although I don't always have the luxury of going diving with my club in Lampung, I always try to sneak a snorkelling trip whenever we visit Lampung. 

We took our first trip in 2021 to Lampung on the second week of January.

The trip was quite smooth as it was no longer the holiday season.

Let's go to Taman Nemo, Pahawang Island, Lampung

During the weekend, we were back to the sea we love so much again. As we have tried many snorkelling spots around Lampung Bay, this time I ask my boatman to take us to different corner to see other places and hope for better, healthier corals with more fish, I know that pollution, climate change and crowded environment due to irresponsible tourism activities, have driven the fish away and killed many soft corals around the area. 

It was a beautiful day

I remember hopping on et off in the same place like 5-6 years a go and the fish is so abundant. That is why I hope we can still save this beautiful place on earth and preserve its amazing nature.

Do you see school of yellow fish roamong around the corals?

So long story short, after a 40-minute boat ride, we arrived at Taman Nemo, Pahawang Island, Lampung. It was the 9 of us that day so it was quite a crowd. As usual, we brought our own gear, food, drink and stuff we need. I brought my underwater camera and my hubby brought his drone. We definitely had so much fun with them!

happy to spend some times with them :)

Without further ado, my family and I started our snorkelling session and explored the area. It's good to see some corals and anemones are healthily intact on their natural habitat. But still I expect to see more fish although in reality we saw some but not too many. Nevertheless, I was happy to see big puffer fish, a school of angel fish, muray eel, clownfish et others. My boatman even saw a sea turtle. And the clear blue sky made the trip even more beautiful.  Here are some photos I took during out trip.

Kelagian island from above..

Us and our boat..

it is still preserved 

it's a bit crowded down here..

they look familiar :)

Do you like snorkelling as well? What do you like to see during snorkelling? Where do you usually snorkel?

Join us on (almost) Wonderful Wednesday and 

Wonderful Wednesday with my Purple World, Oh My Heartsie Girls and Friends

 

sunset in Frankfurt... 

Hi everyone... how's the second week of January treating you?

The whole nation is mourning due to the tragic incident of Sriwijaya Air SJ 182 in the Thousand Islands area near Jakarta. 62 crews and passengers perished in this accident. The evacuation is still undergoing now and the FDR or the black box has been recovered. May all the deceased rest in peace... Innalillahi wainaillaihi rojiuun.

Work wise, we continue with the program in my department. There are so many adjustment as we have restructuring of budget due to the process of vaccination across the country. National health security is indeed the top priority and the state's budget as well as policies will focus on that. Our Minister has officially released the annual press statement outline all the achievements in 2020 as well as our priorities in 2021. Well, we all need to focus on the safety of the people and measures to handle the damaging impacts of the pandemic to the societies, be it in the economic sector and others. Now that the vaccines are available, hope we can manage the pandemic better!

Jakarta and Indonesia in general is entering the rainy season now. We do have a few disasters in some areas but hopefully it won't be too many. During this time, we have to be extremely careful with our health. Hopefully all of us can stay safe and healthy, wherever we are.

Now, allow me to invite you to join our weekly link party. Jump in!

We hope you will enjoy your visit and find a post of interest and don't forget our hostesses blogs that they share as well, we would love to have you comment!

 

❢❢ Would you please share our Party Banner on your blog to help grow the party And Please Feel Free To Pin A Few Features From Original Source ❢ Be Notified When Our Parties Start Each Week Add Your Email Unsubscribe Anytime ❢: [...]

♥ Karren Haller // Oh My Heartsie Girl Steal the limelight in winter by following some cool fashion ideas? Twitter | Bloglovin | Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram

♥ Indah Nuria Savitri // My Purple World he Amazing View of Kelingking Beach, Nusa Penida Twitter | Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram ♥ Clearissa Coward // Command Center 12 Quick Hacks To Get & Remain Organized Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest

♥ Kaycee Mason // My Crafty Zoo How to Make Crave Worthy Healthy Pasta Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest

♥ Suzan White // Country Crafting Cranberry Bliss Cookies Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest♥Feature Chosen by Kaycee Hello Sewing // DIY Hand Warmers Seemed to be popular with our hostesses. These would feel so good after returning home from a winter walk little kids would love them. They would also make sweet gifts. ♥Feature Chosen by Suzan Whispers of The Heart A beautiful table setting for winter and I love the red and white dishes, perfect for a winter table. ♥Feature Chosen by Clearissa Lovely Livings // Winter Dining Room Luann has a lovely home and always decorates so beautifully, I love the wooden trees mixed with the candles and greenery ♥Feature Chosen by Indah Penny's Treasures // Penny decides she wanted a sofa table for her living room, so after some research her husband built her table and it looks lovely. ♥Feature Chosen by Karren Marilyn's Treats //Grandma Lydias Ice Box Cookies It seems this year for holiday baking, I kept looking for old fashioned recipes that reminded me of my grandmother, this ice box cookie is very close to one of heres.

Now Before You Get Started and it i not required but in order to be considered for a feature, would you take a moment to Comment and Share its appreciated, All the buttons are here to share. Lets Party!!

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!

Click here to enter

WW: Broken Beach and Angel's Billabong, Nusa Penida, Bali

Broken Beach and Angel's Billabong are some of the beautiful spots we visited during our trip to Nusa Penida, Bali. 

Read: The Amazing View of Kelingking Beach, Nusa Penida, Bali

Just like many parts of Nusa Penida Island, Broken Beach as well as Angel's Billabong are indeed lovely and unique. Looking at its distinct geographical features, I guess the name 'broken beach' comes from that particular shapes of the rocks and corals surroundings the area. So does Angel's Billabong.

Compared to Kelingking beach and all the rigorous track we have to go through to reach it, visiting Broken beach and Angel's Billabong are like a walk in the park. 

Take a look at these photos and tell me what you think.

The Angel's Billabong.. look at that clear water!

we were enjoying the Angel's Billabong.. but we didn't swim there

Broken Beach ... look at the structure of the rock in the back

The Frakarsas at the Broken Beach

Join us on (almost) Wordless Wednesday and have fun enjoying the link party

The Amazing View of Kelingking Beach, Nusa Penida

Hi, everyone!

Ready to join a virtual tour with me and the Frakarsas? Jump in!

Kali ini kita akan share cerita perjalanan kita menjelajahi Nusa Penida, salah satu pulau di Bali yang terkenal dengan keindahan alamnya. Walaupun memang hanya setengah hari dan kami memutuskan tidak menginap, namun banyak keseruan yang kita nikmati di pulau cantik ini! Let's start with Kelingking Beach.

So, have you been or seen Kelingking Beach before? Perhaps many of you have seen the viral pictures of this unique shape rock and cliff over a stunningly beautiful beach in many Instagram account. You can also see it on my account LOL.

During our last family trip to Bali in the beginning of December, we decided to take the tour to Nusa Penida island, operated by Idola Fast Boat and chose the full-day West side tour. We visited Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach, Angel's Billabong and Crystal Bay. We had private tour with local car and guide as well. It was lovely indeed! 

Kelingking Beach has dominated the social media posts from those visiting Nusa Penida, one of the islands in Bali Tiga Nusa or Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan. Its unique landscape (some say it looks like T-rex head, some say whales), incredible view, turquoise water, crashing waves and white powdery sandy beach are some of the tempting elements that have captivated people's attention. Being here myself, I have to say it's just breathtakingly AMAZING!

We went here during the pandemic. There is a blessing in disguise when you travel around during the pandemic as it is not as crowded as it used to. I know it's not good for local business but you have to admit you do enjoy having more peaceful time at the tourists' popular spot with less people. The areas are way cleaner as well and you can actually enjoy the place fully, without having to struggle to take pictures here and there just because there are too many people flocking around.

It was good that we came rather early  to the Sanur Beach and Port where we were boarding to Nusa Penida. It was not too packed, although as it got closer to the departure time we had more and more people coming. Well, for a popular spot like Nusa Penida, I guess it was quite packed even during the pandemic. I didn't how it was before the pandemic but I guess it was way busier and more crowded. Once we arrived, we went to the designated desk, got our tickets and ID cards to board the ship. Once the boat was ready, they called all the passengers of Idola Fast boat and we 'climbed' up to the boat.  We needed to take our shoes or sandals, bring our bags and climb up to the boat which was mored slightly away from the beach. Here in Sanur port, there is no jetties or floating ramp for passengers.

getting off the boat..

We took around 40 minutes trip before arriving at Nusa Penida Island. The view along the ride is lovely indeed.  At Nusa Penida Island, we get off on the jetty at the island. I guess the harbour is called Buyuk. Once we arrived, we were welcomed by Bli Gede, our private tour guide as well as our driver with his car. And our private tour began. First stop: Kelingking Beach.

the view along the way..

It took us around 45 minutes to reach Kelingking. The road was a bit rough but we saw the beauty of the island as well. When we arrived, we stopped at the parking lot which was already packed with cars. Apparently this popular spot always has its fans. And I know exacty why. The view is simply BREATHTAKING!

so what do you think about the view?

We saw the Kelingking beach way from above. To reach the beach, we have to take the stairs down. Steep stairs indeed and a bit slippery I have to say. The stairs are not that wise and everyone who wants to go down and up again take the same stairs as it's the only way. But again, as the view is magnificent, it worth all the sweat and pain I believe LOL. 

However, we were a bit worried in the first place. People did wear mask but physical distance is a bit problematic as the area is not that spacious and the stairs you use to go down and up are steep and quite small. We took turns with people so that everyone can enjoy every spot Kelingking Beach can offer. 

Again, the stairs are steep.. I don't know how many they are but they are tough for those who are not accustomed to. It's also high and you have to be careful. It is safe enough as long as you are paying attention to your steps. The place is surrounded by cliffs with nothing hindering it. That's what makes it beautiful. 

You can go down to the beach but again the set of stairs you have to take is a lot. Going down might be manageable but going up is too problematic to me LOL. So make sure you wear the most comfortable shoes and clothes.

There are many cafes and restaurant nearby with nice food & drinks as well as clean toilets. The parking lot is big but I guess it can packed during peak season. The entrance ticket is Rp 5000,- per person for locals. The fee for our trip is Rp 350.000,- per person, all inclusive the return ticket for Nusa Penida - Sanur, 4 spots, private car & guide/driver, as well as lunch. So I guess, I will have to go back with more stories about our visit to Broken Beach, Angel’s Billabong and Crystal Bay.

Don't miss this place when you are coming to Bali!

And Nusa Penida, thank you so much for all this unforgettable trip ♥️.

Wonderful Wednesday with My Purple World, Oh My Heartsie Girls and Friends

Welcoming the new year..

Here come 2021 and have a blessed one, everyone!

I have been enjoying 2020, with all its ups and downs, and try to keep the positivity around. Not always that easy as I am sometimes, just like many of us, feel so frustrated. Well, born and raised as a social being, I cannot say I don't miss going out, meeting people and socializing. But hey, when your safety and your life depends on it, you know which one is our priority.

In my office, 2021 kicks in with a big bang! We have the Annual Press Statement of the Minister for Foreign Affairs, outlining the achievements of 2020 and priorities in 2021. I know we have a  lot of  follow-ups and pandemic might pose certain limitation. But I have to admit, I get extra energy looking at those tasks we need to work on. I am blessed to have a dream team at the office and we all support one another in fulfilling all the desired outcomes. Wish us luck, please, so that we can remain high spirited and strong enough to continue the works meaningfully.

Can't wait to explore more parts of Indonesia and the world

As for travel schedule, my hubby and I have pencilled down a few beautiful cities across the archipelago. Oh so many beautiful places to visit and hopefully pandemic will soon go and more manageable in the future. Hopefully our safe, full-observant-to-health-protocol trip can soon be realized, while considering the latest situation on the ground. Fingers crossed!

And now, let's party and welcome the new year in Wonderful Wednesday with My Purple World, Oh My Heartsie Girls and Friends!

We hope you will enjoy your visit and find a post of interest and don't forget our hostesses blogs that they share as well, we would love to have you comment!

 

❢❢ Would you please share our Party Banner on your blog to help grow the party And Please Feel Free To Pin A Few Features From Original Source ❢ Be Notified When Our Parties Start Each Week Add Your Email Unsubscribe Anytime ❢: [...]

♥ Karren Haller // Oh My Heartsie Girl Best Hairstyles for Women Over 50 to Look Younger Twitter | Bloglovin | Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram

♥ Indah Nuria Savitri // My Purple World Sunrise Walk at Nusa Dua Beach Twitter | Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram

♥ Kaycee Mason // My Crafty Zoo Beauty, Joy and all Good Things + a Giveaway Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest

♥ Suzan White // Country Crafting The Easiest Bow Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest

 

♥ Feature Chosen by Suzan C white// Country crafting Unique Creations // Round Barn Quilt Table What a great idea to use scrapes to make this beautiful table, so creative

  ♥

Feature Chosen by Indah // My Purple World Love My Little Cottage // Time to share New Years Vignette I wasn't ready to put my Christmas decorations away and picked out silver and gold as well for my dining room table

 

♥Feature Chosen by Karren // Oh My Heartsie Girl Dr Michelle Bengtson // Benefits-of-a-sugar-fast Where Physical Detox Meets Spiritual Transformation.

♥Feature Chosen by Kaycee // My Craft Zoo Decor Craft Design // DIY New Year Wishing Tree 2021 What a cute idea to make "Wishes" instead of resolutions, which I dont keep.

♥Feature Chosen by Karren // Oh My Heartsie Girl The Kitchen is My Playground // Top 10 Recipes from 2020 Time to check out the great recipes that were popular for 2020

♥Feature Chosen by Karren // Oh My Heartsie Girl Create With Joy // Mini Teriyaki Meat Loaves A nice change from the heavy calorie laden meals during the holidays.

♥Feature Chosen by Karren // Oh My Heartsie Girl Comfort Station // Free Christmas Storage Labels Still putting away Christmas decorations, here are some free labels

♥Feature Chosen by Karren // Oh My Heartsie Girl Shelbee on The Edge // Creative Styling of a Plaid Wrap Scarf Shelbee always make up the cutest outfits and finds great places for her camera shots

 

Now Before You Get Started and it i not required but in order to be considered for a feature, would you take a moment to Comment and Share its appreciated, All the buttons are here to share. Lets Party!!

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!

Click here to enter