On Alor, we take a look at the deeply rooted traditions of the Abui tribe. Shaped by the belief in the existence of spirits, they follow a rich tradition of myths and legends. Proud of their customs, the Abui community is an important part of Alor's cultural diversity and an example of the importance of preserving indigenous ways of life.

How would we describe luxury? In two words - Coralia Liveaboard. This time we are cruising on the Coralia from Maumere via Alor to Komodo. A tour as extraordinary and remarkable as the dive boat and crew themselves. The re-election in 2021 as the best liveaboard in the world underlines our experience and our recommendation to all divers. So get on board and enjoy!

Deep in the primary rainforest of Halmahera, we were swallowed up by the deepest green and spat out again. Caught in a seemingly surreal film setting, we discovered in an almost impenetrable jungle a self-sufficient nomadic tribe. We discovered the endemic Halmahera phyton, countless other creatures and at the same time we tested the limits of our physical and mental stress limit. Pure Adventure!

Undoubtedly, the rainforests of Indonesia are home to an incomparable flora and fauna. Halmahera is one of the many hotspots for ornithologists and bird photographers. If you are looking for the endemic Wallace Bird of Paradise, the beautiful Halmahera Owl or the sweet Red-bellied Pitta, this is the place to be!

Barely larger than a peanut, a pair of bobtail squids are presented to us in the light of the moon during their mating ritual. They float across the sandy seabed like ghostly beings, iridescent like an LSD dream come true. Right in the blue heart of Kusu Island, the two cling to each other with their puny arms to hand over the tiny sperm packets.

It's getting harder and harder for divers like us to discover a blank spot on our all too colorful dive map. Far, far away, somewhere in the middle of nowhere, we have finally discovered a new diving gem. Kusu Island. A dream in blue, green and turquoise, located on the North Moluccas between Halmahera and Bacan.