Tag

waterfalls

The United States

Day 172: McWay Falls and the arrival at San Francisco

June 15, 2014

Today, Phillip and I planned to explore McWay Falls, another spectacular waterfall on our global adventure. Despite my groggy state at 5 am, I roused Phillip from his deep slumber and urged him to buckle up. As I headed north on the highway, Phillip snoozed peacefully, oblivious to the journey ahead. The overcast skies didn’t dampen my spirits as I embarked on the 45-minute to one-hour drive. Initially, the road was straight, but as we approached the coast, it twisted and turned, offering a scenic journey ahead. Feeling increasingly drowsy, I realized it was time to find a place to…

Continue reading
by Maarten
Leave a comment
The United States

Day 167: A rainbow, cliffs and a nice hotel room

June 10, 2014

Today, I planned to explore another waterfall at the Akaka Falls State Park. Around 8 am, the chatter of people in the dorm lobby, including Wendy, reached my ears, but I remained in bed until 9 am. By then, the voices had dissipated. Taking a leisurely approach, I savored some pineapple and a refreshing drink. As I indulged in my morning ritual, I engaged in conversations with friends back home, mindful of the 12-hour time difference in the Netherlands. Despite the dreary weather, which had persisted since yesterday evening’s drizzle, I found a strange comfort in it. Yesterday, the sound…

Continue reading
by Maarten
Leave a comment
A beautiful waterfall surrounded by green nature, Rainbow Falls, the Big Island Hawaii
The United States

Day 166: Time well spent in paradise

June 9, 2014

Today was filled with a multitude of activities in and around Hilo. Due to the uncomfortable night, I woke up earlier than planned. By 4:40 am, I departed from the campsite and headed back towards the visitor center, a 15-minute drive from there to the Kilauea crater. Although the weather wasn’t rainy, a persistent drizzle persisted. However, what truly frustrated me was the poor visibility caused by thick clouds obscuring the scenery. Upon reaching the crater, I attempted to capture some photos, but unfortunately, they all turned out blurry. The combination of fog and low light proved too challenging…

Continue reading
by Maarten
Leave a comment
New-Zealand

Day 125: A road trip towards Milford Sound, followed by a cruise

April 30, 2014

Today, I would visit Milford Sound—a long-awaited moment. It promised a remarkable day, likely yielding the most breathtaking pictures I’ve captured thus far. With over 800 shots taken, the experience was truly wonderful. The beauty of this country is simply astounding. Let’s begin at the start. As planned, I roused myself at 5:30 am, feeling a bit groggy and exhausted. Despite the weariness, I pushed myself to wake up. Yvette was also up, prompted by the alarm. I informed her that I would be waiting in front of the hostel with the car in 10 minutes.Heading towards the…

Continue reading
by Maarten
Leave a comment
Wentworth Falls
Australia

Day 101: Wentworth Falls

April 6, 2014

I woke up around 9 am, ready for a day trip to the Blue Mountains and Wentworth Falls. My phone automatically adjusted for the time change, evident when my watch showed it was an hour later. Swiftly, I got up and left the hostel. Today, I had to make the solo trek to the car, unlike yesterday. New Beach Road was approximately 2 kilometers away. Making a quick stop at Coles supermarket for some bread, I then drove the car back and parked it in front of the hostel. At the hostel, I purchased a 30-minute parking pass and retrieved…

Continue reading
by Maarten
Leave a comment
Australia

Day 72: Josephine Falls and Townsville

March 8, 2014

I awoke at 7 am, anticipating a visit to Josephine Falls with Moni. However, she returned, reporting that the sunrise was obscured by clouds. Experiencing considerable discomfort from a restless night, I had managed only three hours of sleep. Faced with the task of doing the dishes without soap, I recalled a car stopping nearby the previous night, and the driver had used a water tap. Unfortunately, my forgetfulness in the supermarket had left me without soap. I resorted to placing the dirty dishes in a plastic bag, intending to address them later. We departed swiftly, as today’s journey involved…

Continue reading
by Maarten
Leave a comment
Indonesia

Day 51: ‘Well then I will go by myself to Bali’!

February 15, 2014

Today, the majestic Sekumpul Waterfall awaited me in blissful solitude. But before diving into the cascading beauty, let me unveil the title of today’s blog post—an exclusive dedication to my dear friends back home who doubted Bali’s allure due to flight durations or perceived lack of attractions. This one’s for you, my lovely friends winky face. Roused by an insistent knock on my door, I groggily realized I had overslept. “Mr. Maarten, are you ready?” the voice called. “Just a minute, I’ll be at the beach,” I responded. Missing another meeting marked my second lapse, and I couldn’t help…

Continue reading
by Maarten
Leave a comment
Indonesia

Day 46: Mount Bromo and the Rainbow Waterfall

February 10, 2014

Today began an epic adventure to Mount Bromo and the Rainbow waterfall. It became so much better than I had anticipated. At 12:30 I got up and started my day with a shower because I would definitely become dirty and sweaty anyway the next morning. Around 1 am I stood ready and the company then called the front desk inside my hotel (to say I should stand ready outside). Around 1:10 am the guide arrived and introduced himself as Harry. Harry would be my guide today and I paid him the required amount of money. Next, we went…

Continue reading
by Maarten
Leave a comment
Indonesia

Day 44: The Grojogan Sewu Waterfall

February 8, 2014

Today, Danny and I had plans to visit the Grojogan Sewu Waterfall. My alarm buzzed at 7:30 am, but I found it challenging to rise. Six pillows were strewn across the bed, with two more resting on the floor. I reached for my phone and sent a message to Danny, asking, ‘Are you coming at 8 or 9?’ Danny promptly replied, ‘Still sleepy, I’ll be there around 9 am.’ I smiled and reset my alarm. In just five minutes, I drifted back into a deep slumber. At around 8:30 am, I finally rose from bed and packed my…

Continue reading
by Maarten
Leave a comment
The Pria Laot waterfall
Indonesia

Day 21: The Pria Laot waterfall

January 16, 2014

Originally, I intended to have a laid-back day, but somehow found myself exploring the Pria Laot waterfall. I slept in until 10 am and then prepared for the day. My initial plan was to work on my tan by lounging on the beach in front of Freddie’s. However, when I went downstairs, I discovered they were still serving breakfast. The staff offered me a meal, and I thought, ‘Why not?’ As I’ve mentioned in my recent blog posts, I can’t help but emphasize how delicious the food has been during these days, and once again, it didn’t disappoint! Freddie’s culinary…

Continue reading
by Maarten
Leave a comment