Back in Sydney

The last time we were in Sydney was in 2010. So many changes around Circular Quay/Sydney Harbor area. Almost as many as Aya and Rafif’s have ☺️ It’s good to reminisce the old times, including revisiting Pancakes on the Rock as what we had last time ☺️

Back to Perth

I’m finally back to Perth, after 26 years. In 1998, my company sent me for attending a certification training here. There are two places I remarkably remember from that time: Hay Street and King’s Park. So this morning I show Elok around these two places. Which looks even more beautiful and show the warmth vibes…

Bring Your Own Device to Airplane

When I was aboard the Malaysian Airlines B737 plane going back to Jakarta last Saturday, I noticed something different. The first thing that stuck on my eyes was the planes’s new blue seat and upholstery which look slim and modern. But apparently the difference was not only the color and form. There was a difference,…

Islands Hopping in Belitung

It is islands hopping day! Pulau Lengkuas, Pulau Batu Layar, Pulau Kepayang, and finally to Pantai Tanjung Tinggi. Belitung is blessed with abundance of beautiful beaches and islands. With distinct rock formations made of granite rocks from 65-200 million years ago. We started from Tanjung Kalayang. A local jetty north of Belitung. We chartered one…

Nice Easy Ride in Belitung

We had great time in the morning, cycling with Rafif around Sheraton hotel in Belitung. I also used the opportunity to survey for the route I’ll pass on Triathlon event the next day. We rode for 15 kms. Took photo opportunity in Tanjung Kelayang. It’s the jetty for island hopping activity for the tourists. Well…