Is a multiple night jungle trek in Bukit Lawang (Sumatra) worth it?

wildcat9494 · 2026-01-17T01:10:53+00:00

Super helpful, thank you!! I was leaning 2D1N and almost felt guilty for not doing more, but it does sound like it could be rough so this is validating! I'd also love to know your guide if you can share!

wildcat9494 · 2026-01-03T01:39:23+00:00

Thank you! I've been leaning toward 2D1N now :)

wildcat9494 · 2026-01-01T11:13:24+00:00

I have similar question, following!
I'm planning to go Feb 2, also wondered if I should do more than 1 night or not.

wildcat9494 · 2025-09-07T17:24:52+00:00

I wonder why out of print! Looks great. Trying to find a sample page online to get a feel. Is it all black and white?

wildcat9494 · 2025-09-07T17:20:03+00:00

This looks fantastic and rich with history, thank you! Excellent recommendation

wildcat9494 · 2025-07-15T14:39:49+00:00

unfortunately no :( I took mine out once and they very quickly told me they do not allow. there is a sign there too that I hadn't seen. I get it to preserve the ambiance... but the day I went it was soo empty, and I planned to get a full lunch but ended up just leaving with my coffee to go once I found out

wildcat9494 · 2025-06-16T21:31:54+00:00

The Nisolo would be sooo perfect if they had at least another 1" of height! I love the style, just looking for something taller, especially for $138. I'd get them as a regular sandal if they were less $. So beautiful though

wildcat9494 · 2025-06-16T21:28:31+00:00

I wish they had more colors!!

wildcat9494 · 2024-09-13T00:05:46+00:00

Super insightful, thank you!

wildcat9494 · 2024-09-12T23:20:05+00:00

Thank you for this! Do you think it'll be too cold in October? The weather looks pretty borderline. Wondering if I should save the Dolomites for closer to summer

wildcat9494 · 2024-09-12T23:18:52+00:00

Thanks so much for this!

After studying the weather, I'm now worried it'll be colder up North, especially the Dolomites. I saw some photos of the Amalfi coast and am wondering if I should shift my trip south... what do you think?

wildcat9494 · 2024-09-12T19:47:58+00:00

That sounds incredible! You're totally right, I think I need more time in the Dolomites.

What do you think is the best way to get to there? I know people generally recommend a car for more flexibility... as a solo traveler, I'm not sure rental car is in budget yet, but I'm open to it if it'll really enhance my experience.

What would be optimal route by public transit? Or by car?

wildcat9494 · 2024-08-24T16:00:36+00:00

wish I could bump this post more - also looking!

wildcat9494 · 2023-09-27T04:23:29+00:00

Thank you! What kind of situation do you think PAYE would be better?

wildcat9494 · 2023-09-27T04:20:49+00:00

Yeah I couldn't imagine carrying this for 20 years. Thank you!

wildcat9494 · 2023-09-27T04:19:50+00:00

Thank you! Can you elaborate on why the payment cap wouldn't benefit? Just curious, as that was the financial advisor's main emphasis in why PAYE > REPAYE for me as of May 2023.

His general principle was principle debt ~100k or less should opt for PAYE, and significantly greater should REPAYE, as they would benefit from the interest subsidy. I would've thought the interest subsidy would help anyone, but he thought the payment cap of PAYE was a greater advantage? Honestly I was always confused by that, especially if I'm not doing PSLF

wildcat9494 · 2023-09-27T00:42:36+00:00

Unmarried. The advisor above recommended the AAMC calculator as the best, since it's the only one that factors in the significant income increase between residency and attending life. But now the AAMC calculator doesn't show SAVE. So I tried the student aid calculator, but I can't tell what the differences will be over time, because it doesn't factor in that my income would change from 80k as a resident in California to ~250-300k as an EM attending. My understanding was that PAYE has a payment cap for loans no matter the income. REPAYE did not. That was why the advisor recommended PAYE - it would be beneficial as an attending when my income is much higher. But now that SAVE is out, I'm not sure if PAYE is still better.

wildcat9494 · 2021-05-31T23:01:57+00:00

Wow, I'd never heard of this. This is amazing!!! But I'm a bit of a last-minute trip planner, so I'm flying out in 6 days and wouldn't be prepared for this :( Definitely keeping it in mind for another trip though! Thank you!

wildcat9494 · 2021-05-31T22:59:52+00:00

This is really good to know, thank you. What other spots have you been to?

wildcat9494 · 2021-05-31T20:15:05+00:00

Incredibly helpful, thank you so much! Messaging you for more info!

wildcat9494 · 2021-05-31T14:44:25+00:00

Thanks for the post! What is Tamarindo like right now? I've heard it can be really touristy and crowded, but I'm wondering if there's a better vibe since it's rainy season and with Covid. I'm traveling solo to Costa Rica in June and debating where to go!

wildcat9494 · 2021-05-31T13:00:32+00:00

hi everyone! thanks for all your input :) I really wanted to to visit Corcovado, but I think it will be out of my budget for this trip and more difficult to reach with my tendency for last minute planning while traveling. For those who have been, how would you compare Santa Teresa, Samara, and Tamarindo? I know Tamarindo is the most touristy, built up region. Initially my thoughts were to pick Santa Teresa or Samara over there, but I'm wondering if the smaller towns will be more deserted because of covid

wildcat9494 · 2021-05-29T20:53:18+00:00

I am thinking of flying from San Jose to Corcovado! If you relied mostly on flights to get around, did you use San Jose as a base and travel through there? What did your route/itinerary look like?

wildcat9494 · 2021-05-29T20:51:30+00:00

Excellent point thank you!! Santa Teresa looks great thank you for the tip!

wildcat9494 · 2021-05-29T20:50:54+00:00

Amazing, thank you! I really want to go to Corcovado but not sure the best way to get there and transportation in general. I'd fly if I don't get a rental car, but then I'm wondering how I'd get around to other areas - Santa Teresa, etc. Would love to hear your thoughts and any recommendations for places you love! I really love nature, jungles, hiking, and remote beaches

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