Amankila
Like most Australians, Bali has been embedded in my vacation DNA since I was young. I fondly remember riding to Ulu’s via scrambler through the dense jungle on a tiny trail, boards underarm before the warungs. Yes, it’s changed so much in the decades I’ve been visiting (even just in the past 5 years) – […]
Volcanic Beach
Yes, it’s true. I’ve returned to the tropics. Why not? The water is warm in Indonesia, and they’re in the peak (dry) season here. I’ve never seen Bali airport so busy, and the island has returned nuts-busy self. Nah we’re not hanging with the digital-nomads of Canggu and Kuta. Not for me these days – […]
Island of Gods
I’m on the move again. Don’t roll your eyes. You’re coming with me. Today it’s Bali, the island jewel of Indonesia. A crazy place, a spiritual place…a party place for lots, a surf destination for others, a place of chill for all. It’s mind boggling how much has changed since my last trip (which wasn’t that […]
Whip
It is still big, stormy and windy out there. We’re just too exposed here in Bondi. You need to travel today. I suggest deeply protected southern corners. Perhaps South Manly. Tomorrow morning it may go offshore for a bit…this angry ocean is going to need a break from the winds to clean itself up. I […]
Juiceless
To call today’s surf conditions small would be generous… It’s tiny and grey down the beach this morning. We haven’t had a grey morning in quite some time now. Here I was thinking the whole winter was going to be balmy sunshine with glassy conditions. It’s an East swell, so perhaps the Bra or Bronte […]
G E T A W A Y
Howdy, we’re still in Bali and the surf is small and I’m not keen on driving all over this island. So let’s talk about other stuff. The number 1 question asked is what camera I use? Canons – shiny ones. The 2nd most frequently asked question is what to do and where to stay at […]
FULL MOON FEVER
Sorry about my recent radio silence. I’m in Bali and wanted to take a few days off shooting and catch a few waves for myself. There’s always waves here, it’s small at the moment but the swell magnets have a lil’ sumpin. Even when you’re not surfing there is so much to do, buy, drink […]
Royal Visit
The Royals are coming to Bondi today. I told Prince Charlie that the waves aren’t that great today, only knee to waist high and very weak. Told him to bring his big board down – like a log – oh and a wettie as the water is freezing. Nice day though – cracker…as we look […]
Jumpa Lagi
Today’s the last update from Bali (thankfully say some)…we leave here water logged, sun charred and relaxed. The waves haven’t been big over these past two weeks, but still fun. I see the cooler temperatures are starting to creep into Sydney so a Bali escape may be a good idea. Bali at this time of […]
The Reef
Last time we ventured out to the reef the waves had gone small, waist to chest high on very infrequent sets. A good time to rest up, get a few massages and walk around this quirky little town of Lembongan Island. There is a little pulse of swell inbound which will hopefully put on a […]
Shippies
Good morning. (Selamat Pagi). Lembongan Island hosts a few surf breaks but the best wave is Shipwrecks, a machined right-hander that has a barrel on the right tide, air section (if that’s your flavour) and a fat cuttie section – good combo. It can appear completely flat for most of the day, but on changing […]
Lembongan
Today’s little 30-second escape comes from the blue waters of Nusa Lembongan, a small island that is a short boat ride from Bali. It’s like going back in time here. The villages remain unchanged, unaffected by the nearby mass tourism. There are no cars; just scooters and walking paths…so it’s kinda like an Indonesian version […]
The Yak
Selamat Pagi. Today’s photo update is coming to you from Seminyak, Bali. A lot of you probably already know this, but if you come to Bali, you will need to spend part of your trip here in Seminyak. The ‘Yak is where all the amazing bars, shopping, beachfront hotels and incredible restaurants are. It’s known […]