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Malcolm's Round-the-World Trip – 30 Years On

Malcolm's Round-the-World Trip – 30 Years On

A Solo Overland "Lap" of Planet Earth – Retold

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Malcolm's Round-the-World Trip – 30 Years On

Malcolm's Round-the-World Trip – 30 Years On

A Solo Overland "Lap" of Planet Earth – Retold

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Category: Indonesia

100. Proving the World is Round!

By greigmj On 12/05/2021

On 10th May I had a late start and leisurely breakfast with Marlie, who then hopped on the back of my motorbike for a trip to the ruined Water Palace of Ujung, on the coast …

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Asia, Brunei, Indonesia, Singapore

99. Through Eastern Bali

By greigmj On 09/05/2021

I had heard that there was a large wreck offshore… So, early on 9th May, I had a quick breakfast and went to the dive shop near where I was staying. They had space for …

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Asia, Indonesia

98. To the North Coast of Bali

By greigmj On 08/05/2021

On the morning of the 7th May, I found that my temperature was normal at last, and I felt a more stable. But I was very weak from having not eaten well for several days. …

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Asia, Indonesia

97. Recovering from Typhus Fever

By greigmj On 06/05/2021

In the absence of any travelling or photos, here’s an attempt by my fevered and befuddled brain to provide a quick report on my health. Both 4th and 5th of May were identically unpleasant, and …

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Asia, Indonesia

96. Return to Bali… with Deteriorating Health

By greigmj On 03/05/2021

On the morning of 1st May I checked out of Radiah’s House, and found a dokar (horse and cart) to take me to Masbagik. On the way I told the driver to stop a couple …

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Asia, Indonesia

95. Blacksmiths and Weavers

By greigmj On 30/04/2021

On 29th April, my last morning on Gili Trawangan, the wind was strong and some German girls in a neighbouring bungalow assured me that the boat on which I was hoping to get back to …

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Asia, Indonesia

94. Sharks and Fresh Fish…

By greigmj On 28/04/2021

I headed round to the dive shop early on 27th April and found there was a German called Henry who was also coming. The dive master and boat driver took the 2 of us round …

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Asia, Indonesia

93. Bali to Lombok

By greigmj On 26/04/2021

On 24th April, my first destination was the temple of Tanah Lot, which was a highly recommended attraction on a tiny island just off the coast, 40 km east of where I’d spent the night. …

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Asia, Indonesia

92. Indonesian Driving Test…

By greigmj On 23/04/2021

My first morning in Indonesia, 21st April, got off to a slow start – breakfast (for want of a better word) was included with the room rate. I went to investigate motorbike rental, and nearby …

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Asia, Indonesia

91. Rottnest Island… and Farewell Australia!

By greigmj On 20/04/2021

I woke late on 19th April, and felt a little groggy, but was none the worse for wear… I decided the best way to spend my last day in Australia would be to rent a …

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Asia, Australia, Indonesia, Oceania

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