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Vivian Loh

Vivian Loh

Destination & Culture Writer

Travel journalist and cultural explorer who has lived in four countries. Vivian focuses on destination deep-dives, local culture, and off-the-beaten-path experiences.

Vivian spent three years living and working across Southeast Asia before relocating to Europe. Her writing draws on deep local knowledge and a genuine curiosity for how people live, eat, and celebrate around the world.

Areas of Expertise

  • Southeast Asia, Japan, and East Asia travel
  • European city guides and cultural travel
  • Food tourism and local culinary experiences
  • Budget and mid-range travel planning

Writing Approach

Vivian goes beyond surface-level travel tips. Her destination guides include cultural context, local etiquette, and the kind of neighborhood-level recommendations you only get from someone who has spent real time in a place.

Articles by Vivian Loh (94)

A Greek coastline at golden hour, with rugged cliffs, the blue Aegean, and whitewashed villas on the hillside

Best Time to Visit Greece by Island, Month and Budget

Skip August crowds: the best time to visit Greece is May-June or September-October, with seas above 24°C and prices 20-30% below peak.

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Hero shot of Santorini's caldera at sunset, dramatic cliffs, whitewashed houses, blue domes, and a distant ferry

Hidden Things to Do in Santorini: Caldera to Coast

The best things to do in Santorini go beyond the caldera view - here's which villages, hikes, and boat slots to book before the peak crowds lock them out.

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Editorial cover: Aegean coastline at golden hour with a line of all-inclusive beach retreats along the shore

All Inclusive Resorts Greece: Top Beach Retreats and Prices

Discover all inclusive resorts Greece offers, from Crete to Corfu, with 2026 prices and tips for a balanced vacation experience.

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Golden-hour panorama of Bali’s rice terraces with distant volcano

Bali Customs and Etiquette: Temples, Tips and Greetings

Shrine-climbing has triggered deportations since 2024 - Bali customs and etiquette rules are now enforced with fines, covering temples, tipping, and dress.

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Editorial feature image: hikers along a Balinese jungle trail at golden hour, gear checked and ready for safe trekking

Bali Jungle Trekking: Gear, Safety and Trail Reality

Volcano closures end more Bali jungle trekking trips than bad weather does. Here's what gear, timing, and permits actually look like in 2026.

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Dramatic Bali coastline at golden hour with budget stays along the shore

Bali on a Budget: Daily Costs, Stays and 2-Week Math

Warung meals cost $2-5, dorm beds from $6, and mid-range couples spend ~$200/day total. Here's how to plan Bali on a budget for 2025-2026.

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Wide Bali coastline at golden hour emphasizing water safety and calm seas

Best Beaches for Swimming in Bali: Safe Calm Picks

Among the best beaches for swimming in Bali, only reef-sheltered Nusa Dua, Sanur and Jimbaran stay reliably calm, and rips run up to 1.5 m/s elsewhere.

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Editorial Bali travel scene at golden hour featuring a rack of surfboards and a parked scooter beside a quiet beach

Surfboard Rental Bali: Boards by Skill, Spot and Price

Surfboard rental in Bali traps you on hourly rates: at 75,000 IDR/hr on the Bukit, two sessions beat a full day. Match your board to Canggu, Seminyak or Uluwatu before you paddle out.

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A sweeping Balinese luxury resort panorama at golden hour, pools, thatched villas, and tropical gardens

All-Inclusive Resorts Bali: Real Costs and Top Picks

Bali Tropic recently dropped from $699 to $468 per person, but most all-inclusive resorts Bali sells are really half-board, so check inclusions first.

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Editorial feature image of Bali's history arc from volcanic origins to living tradition, showcasing a temple at sunset with distant mountains.

Bali History: From Volcanic Origins to Living Temples

Stone hand axes push Bali history back a million years, yet the island stayed Hindu when Java turned Muslim. Trace the layers from Pejeng to Tanah Lot.

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Bali waterfall at golden hour with a silhouette of a traveler

Bali Waterfalls: Fees, Treks and the Munduk Circuit

Most Bali waterfalls cost just USD 0.65 to 2.60 to enter, but transport runs USD 35 to 50 a day. Skip Sekumpul's upselling and favor Munduk instead.

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Coastal Bali at golden hour with scooters along a winding road

Scooter Rental Bali: Prices, IDP Rules and Safety

An IDP is now mandatory for scooter rental Bali, and riding without one voids your insurance after a crash. IDR 85k/day is the sweet spot to aim for.

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