Bali: Temples, Batik and a Great Local Guide

Indonesia’s jewel–Bali, a paradise of terraced rice fields, temples and relaxed happy people. A guide to what to see and do in Bali.

A Java Jaunt to Volcanoes and Temples

Visiting central Java including the vast Borobudur Buddhist stupa, local batik museum and factory, the city of Solo and Dieng Plateau overlooking fields.

Bali: Segara Lestari Villas: Enjoying the North Coast

Bali: Segara Lestari Villas: A Piece of Heaven on Bali’s North Coast. A diving and snorkeling adventure in a less traveled part of this Indonesia island.

Yogyakarta, the Soul of Indonesia

Yogyakarta, the Soul of Indonesia. Exploring this friendly city and the temples of Prambaban and Borobudur.

Indonesia: Washing Elephants in Sumatra

Northern Sumatra: Gunung Leuser National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site blanketing more than 3000 square miles with elephants, orangutans and wilderness.

Best Bus Travel Tips for Southeast Asia

Bus Travel: Be prepared before you board the famous night buses for long trips in Southeast Asia.

Bali Destination Guide

The island paradise of Bali. Visitors learn Asian culture, enjoy natural beauty, and have outdoor adventure, some call it ‘the Ibiza of Asia.’

Aceh, Indonesia: Life After Tsunami

Aceh, North Sumatra: Since the 2004 tsunami, the region has begun to market disaster tourism and rebuild.

Jakarta, Indonesia’s Capital City

Jakarta Indonesia: Mike Smith profiles this sprawling capital city of sparkling malls and sprawling shop houses.

Indonesia: A Mysterious Jellyfish Lake

Indonesia: A Mysterious Jellyfish Lake. Tess Joyce views ancient rock art in caves and swims with non-stinging jellyfish in West Papua, Indonesia.

Indonesia: Thriving Permaculture in Yogyakarta

Outside of Yogyakarta, Indonesia, farmer Pak Iskander raises crops sustainably using permaculture techniques and shares them with western visitors.

Boarding the longboat in Balikpapan, Borneo.

Borneo’s Smoking Skulls and Sacrificial Swine

Embark on a captivating journey to Borneo’s longhouses, adorned with smoking skulls, sacrificial swine, and vibrant traditional ceremonies.

GoNOMAD Travel Podcast

Take a few minutes to travel the world with The GoNOMAD Travel Podcast. Brought to you by the long-running GoNOMAD travel website, The GoNOMAD Travel Podcast brings you audio stories from destinations around the globe. It’s short-form… 3-7 minute long episodes. No jarring AM radio-style theme songs, no ads, just an interesting short travel story and some food for thought, from editor Max Hartshorne. Fun!
While you’re planning your next trip or travel adventure, download and listen to The GoNOMAD Travel Podcast.

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Show Notes: Skiing Mt. Bachelor & Exploring Bend, Oregon

In this episode of the GoNOMAD Travel Podcast, Max heads to Central Oregon to explore one of the most surprising ski destinations in the United States: Mt. Bachelor. This massive, 9,065‑foot volcanic peak offers something rare in North America — true 360‑degree skiing from the summit. With more than 4,300 acres of terrain and plans for even more expansion, Mt. Bachelor is a mountain that keeps skiers coming back year after year.

But the story doesn’t end on the slopes. Just 25 minutes away sits Bend, Oregon, a high‑desert city packed with breweries, outdoor adventure, and a laid‑back culture that draws people from all over the world. Max checks into the Oxford Hotel downtown, samples local beers at Brother Jon’s and Ten Barrel, and meets one of Bend’s most famous residents — former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe — who shares why he loves skiing Bachelor and living in this fast‑growing mountain town.

You’ll also hear about dog‑sledding with Oregon Trail of Dreams, the unique restrictions that keep Mt. Bachelor wild and undeveloped, and why this mountain is beloved by families, intermediates, and powder‑hungry locals alike.

In this episode:

What makes Mt. Bachelor’s terrain and snow so unique
Why the summit is often closed — and why it’s worth waiting for
Bend’s booming craft beer scene
Meeting Drew Bledsoe at a local brewpub
Dog‑sledding through the Deschutes National Forest
How Bend has transformed from mill town to outdoor hub
The future expansion of Mt. Bachelor’s ski terrain

Links & Resources:

Visit Bend: https://www.visitbend.com
Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort: https://www.mtbachelor.com
Oregon Trail of Dreams Dog Sledding
Oxford Hotel Bend
GoNOMAD story about Bend and Skiing Mt Bachelor
https://www.gonomad.com/3468-bend-mount-bachelor-oregon

About GoNOMAD Travel Podcast: Hosted by Max Hartshorne, the GoNOMAD Travel Podcast brings you stories from around the world — unusual destinations, memorable characters, and the kind of travel experiences that stick with you long after you return home.