The countdown has officially begun! Our world trip is getting closer and closer, and we can’t wait to lift our backpacks at the end of August and begin this crazy adventure. 🎒🌏
During the spring break, we took a big step in our preparation. We went to our apartment in Spain (unfortunately not to enjoy the sun, but the rain 🌧️), and there we made decisions about our itinerary, accommodations and activities.
And guess what? The first three months of our trip are now mostly fixed! Of course, we’re keeping everything flexible – because you never know what hidden gems we might discover along the way or where we might want to linger just a bit longer. But the basics are there! activities we absolutely must not miss? Let us know in the comments! 💬👇
Our itinerary: the first 3 months
🌍 August 26 – October 23: Indonesia
- Start in Java: impressive temples, bustling cities and our first volcanoes!
- Via Bali: sun, surf, rice fields and culture sniffing.
- On to Lombok: quieter beaches and even more natural beauty.
- We return to Bali to fly from there to our next destination.
🏝 O ct. 23 – Nov. 23: Philippines
- One month of island hopping! White beaches, clear blue water and snorkeling among the most beautiful coral reefs.
- We are already looking forward to the underwater world – from swimming with turtles to diving at colorful reefs.
🇻🇳 Nov. 23 – approx. Jan. 12: Vietnam
- An adventurous 50 days in this fascinating country!
- We want to admire the rice terraces of Sapa, explore the bustling cities and take a multi-day scooter tour of the north.
- Of course, the Halong Bay cruise is not to be missed, and we dream of cycling through magical Ninh Binh.
Why we book hotels now (and still remain flexible)
Although we like to keep freedom while traveling, we book hotels with free cancellation. Why?
✅ We are already finding great deals at ridiculously low prices.
✅ If we change our plan, we can easily cancel.
✅ We don’t have to stress about last-minute options along the way.
Oh, and another milestone: our flight between Bali and the Philippines is fixed! 🎉
Our activities bucket list 🌋🌊🏝️
We also already have a list of epic adventures we want to have along the way:
✔️ Climbing volcanoes in Indonesia (Bromo and Ijen, we’re coming!)
✔️ Snorkeling the most beautiful spots in the Philippines
✔️ Diving in crystal clear water at colorful coral reefs
✔️ Admiring the rice terraces of Sapa and Bali
✔️ Island hopping in the Philippines and discovering hidden beaches
✔️ Cruising among the limestone cliffs of Halong Bay
✔️ Soaking up new cultures and trying street food!
This is just the beginning, but the preliminary fun is already in full swing. 😍
Travelgear: our backpack has already been tested! 🎒
A big question was: which backpack do we take? We ended up choosing this 40L backpack from Decathlon, and Bram immediately tested it out on the flight to Spain.
✨ Good news: it was approved as a backpack (under the seat, so free!) at Vueling! Although I wouldn’t stuff it too much 🙌
With this travel buddy on our backs, we will soon be traveling the world!
Have you been to Indonesia, the Philippines or Vietnam? Do you have any must-visit tips or activities we absolutely must not miss? Let us know in the comments! 💬👇
