The biggest thing I’ve learned is to never rely 100% on your phone. Always download offline maps (like on Google Maps) for the area you're visiting and keep a screenshot of your hotel address and booking confirmation. If your service drops or your battery dies right when you land you aren't...
I think Bali has become the definition of 'Instagram vs. Reality.' The photos of those jungle swings and 'gates of heaven' look peaceful but in reality you’re often stuck in 2-hour traffic jams or standing in a literal line to take a 30-second photo. It’s a beautiful place but the over-tourism...