October 9, 2016
A quick tour through Medan
Medan was only a quick stopover: we had half a day to explore the city so I didn't capture more than only a few impressions. There...
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October 2, 2016
Crossing Samosir island in Lake Toba
A funny thought isn't it: Samosir is an island in an island. We arrived after a long day of travel from Ketambe and honestly I...
May 24, 2016
Monkey business in Ketambe
There are a few places where you can spot orangutans in Sumatra, but we decided to look for one that didn't involve feeding stations. It's...
February 8, 2016
In search for the best lake view in Takengon
It was pitch black but still early in the evening when we arrived in Takengon after spending a day in a mini bus (on a...
January 29, 2016
Banda Aceh: between sharia law and tsunami history
We didn't really know what to expect from a city known for enforcing islamic sharia law. Would I need to wear a headscarf? How would be welcomed? Well, it...