​If you are planning to take your first solo hike, you will want it to be safe and successful. Hiking solo is a great challenge and is something everyone should try in their lifetime. It will help clear your mind, test your mental and physical stamina and make you stronger. 

Trekking solo isn’t without it’s risks, but if you plan properly in advance, prepare the right gear and are sensible, your adventure will be exciting and most of all, rewarding.

Feet Do Travel have prepared this guide to help you through some of the most essential parts of a great hike. So without further ado, let us look at everything you need to know before hiking solo and venturing into the wild.

Indonesia is a tropical paradise archipelago where you can have the holiday of a lifetime.
With many stunning islands to visit, world class scuba diving, mountain hiking, white and pink beaches, Indonesia has something for everyone.

If you want to explore the Spice Islands known for their impressive history, check out the Komodo dragon at Komodo National Park, or scuba diving with the majestic manta ray, Indonesia has it all. A blend of rich culture, unique sea life, white sand beaches, and impressive volcanoes, Indonesia is a must-visit Country.

Whether you want to watch an unforgettable beach sunset, walk amongst the palm trees, hike a volcano or view cultural heritage sites, Feet Do Travel share 7 of the best islands to visit in Indonesia.

Are you looking for a new hobby? Do you want the freedom to go wherever you like? Concerned about the new normal but want to travel more?

Sailing could be the hobby you have been waiting for! Learning to sail will open doors in ways you never dreamt, and give you the chance to see sights from a new perspective.
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Feet Do Travel share 6 reasons why you should try sailing.

Backpacking holidays always seem like they should be about saving money. Travelling cheaply, living in hostels, and buying food from street markets where you can. Nevertheless, you can definitely inject a little luxury into your travels if you need it. Feet Do Travel share some of the reasons why you should treat yourself to luxury when backpacking.

Living on Gili Air, is it possible? Can you really live the dream, and make a tropical paradise island your home?

When we decided to live on Gili Air, Indonesia, we had no idea where to start. We didn’t know anyone on the island, and didn’t have a clue how to find a place to live.

The advice provided in this guide is relevant for anyone wishing to stay either on Gili Air or for any country in the world. Pick and choose what is useful for the length of time you intend to stay. We have already used this knowledge in the Philippines where we have made our new home. 
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But for the moment, let Feet Do Travel help you make a home on GIli Air.

Lombok, Indonesia is sometimes described as Bali’s beautiful Sister, or Bali’s quieter cousin, either way, Lombok is a place you should add to your Indonesian itinerary.

Quieter than Bali, Lombok is easily reached and has much to offer anyone looking for a more off-the-beaten-track destination. Trekking Mount Rinjani (Indonesia’s second biggest Volcano), chasing waterfalls at Tiu Kelep and Sindang Gila, visiting Pink Beach or learning to surf in Kuta, oh yes there are plenty of things to do in Lombok.
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Let Feet Do Travel take you on a journey from North Lombok to South Lombok, where we will show you cool and traditional things to do. You will then see for yourself why Lombok should be added to your travel list and Indonesian itinerary.

These are the 12 best things to do in Lombok (but there are many more!).

Before you embark on any type travel, you need to pack, which is sometimes daunting. Deciding what to pack can leave you with a headache, and you ask yourself "which essential items do I need", and "what should I not pack?" 

We have been travelling full time in Asia for over two years, and have perfected the ultimate packing list. Whilst we may not have perfected how to travel light, we certainly know which items we cannot do without.

We have been using this essential international travel packing list for many years, and it’s worked for us so far!

We have stayed in All Inclusive resorts, been on luxury tours, gone camping and now we are backpacking, plus we have stayed in every type of B&B and hotel in between. In other words, we know what we are talking about. Regardless of your age, how you are travelling and where you are going, we know the essential items to pack for worldwide travel.

We cover everyday essentials such as toiletries and electronics, how to travel plastic free,  which medication you should take, anti-theft protection, plus even what bag to take.
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This is Feet Do Travel’s ultimate packing list; all tried and tested! What we carry and why.

Ahhh The GIli Islands. Once an off-the-beaten-track backpacker hang out, they have grown to be a popular tourist destination for anyone seeking time out, or a place to truly relax. The secret of the Gili Islands is out.

There is something very special about the Gili’s. For me, Gili Air is the perfect island, a place we called home for 15 months. I won’t lie, my heart is still there.

The Gilis are one of the few world-wide islands without cars. That’s right – no motorised transport allowed, isn’t that blissful?

Spending so much time here made us realise, there is so much more to Gili Air island. If you don’t just want to laze around in a beach hammock sipping from a fresh coconut (although surely that is the definition of paradise?), there is plenty more to see and do.

There is no better time to visit Gili Air than right now, and this insider travel guide will help you choose what to do

If topping up your tan doesn’t suit you, Feet Do Travel show you 25 of the best things to do in Gili Air.

Nusa Penida is the new “undiscovered gem” of Indonesia, and one of Bali’s best kept secrets. If you have wondered what Bali was like 30+ years ago before all the tourists arrived, take a trip to Nusa Penida. Its close proximity to the popular tourist island of Bali and Nusa Lembongan means it’s easy to reach, but still unspoilt and quiet.

The largest of the three Nusa Islands, Penida has a rugged coastline largely untouched by tourism. Sheer cliffs lead down to stunning beaches, and the scenery is breath-taking. Driving along winding coastal roads with many twists and turns, it looks very rural and under developed. At times you feel you are experiencing a secret paradise.

Nusa Penida is on the cusp of exploding into a massive tourist hotspot, and with many instagrammable stops such as Kelingking Beach viewpoint, Angel’s Billabong and Rumah Pohon Tree House, it won’t be long before this off-the-beaten track is discovered by the masses.
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To whet your appetite, let Feet Do Travel show you all the awesome things to do in Nusa Penida.

Sanur is often overlooked by visitors who tend to flock to Kuta, Seminyak or Ubud when they visit Bali. Is Sanur worth a visit, and are there things to do in Sanur?

It may not have the surf spots of Kuta or yoga of Ubud, but it does attract a quieter crowd and less tourists. Sanur has a good mixture of everything, we felt comfortable and at home here. There are upscale resorts, spas, a 9-hole golf course, a beach, plenty of great restaurants, plus live music and bars for those who wish to let their hair down.

We have spent quite a bit of time in Sanur, it’s close to the airport making it an ideal place before or after our flight, and for catching a fast boat to the Gilis or Nusa Islands. For scuba divers, it’s the best place to buy equipment, or as a base to dive Padang Bai, Nusa Penida or even Tulumben’s USS Liberty Wreck.

Before you write off a visit, let Feet Do Travel show you some of the things to do in Sanur. You may be surprised and feel that yes, Sanur is worth a visit!