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Australian travel blogger and aviation enthusiast based in Sydney, living a relaxed retired life filled with daily flat whites. Passionate about exploring The World's hidden gems TripAtrek travel blog is on a mission: To share these gems with you.

By Posted on Posted in Bali, Bali Tourist Attractions, Feature article, Indonesia, Indonesia Tourist Highlights
Serene landscape of Brahmavihara Arama Buddhist Temple in North Bali – Bali's biggest Buddhist monastery with ornate stupas, large Buddha statues, meditation halls, and peaceful tropical gardens overlooking the hills near Lovina Beach.

Surf, sea, sand, and sunshine—that’s the Bali dream for most visitors, especially the hordes of Australian tourists flocking to the island’s shores. Throw in cheap Bintang beer and those ubiquitous Bintang singlets and shorts from Poppies Lane, and you’ve got …

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Buzzing atmosphere in a Singapore sports bar during the Australian Open 2026 – full house of tennis fans cheering on matches shown on multiple screens, surrounded by Aussie and Singapore flags and ice-cold drinks.

The Australian Open 2026, the first Grand Slam of the year, runs from 12 January to 1 February 2026 at Melbourne Park. Qualifying starts 12-15 January, main draw from 18 January, Singapore time (SGT) is 3 hours behind Melbourne (AEDT …

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Buzzing atmosphere in a Darwin sports bar during a UFC event – enthusiastic fans gathered around big screens cheering live MMA fights, with cold drinks and great energy in this tropical Northern Territory venue.

Darwin, the capital of the Northern Territory, has a smaller but enthusiastic sports bar scene compared to larger cities like Sydney or Melbourne. UFC events are popular among locals, expats, and tourists (especially Aussies), with most venues showing numbered PPVs …

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Watching UFC in Melbourne Sports Bars Packed venues like The Sporting Globe CBD and Turf Sports Bar come alive

UFC events (Fight Nights and PPVs) are broadcast in Australia via Paramount+ (all Fight Nights + prelims, AUD 10/month) and Main Event on Foxtel/Kayo for numbered PPV main cards (AUD 60/event). Kayo Sports also streams many events. Use the FANZO …

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Buzzing sports bar scene in Jakarta during a UFC event – enthusiastic fans gathered around big screens cheering live MMA fights, with cold beers and great energy in this popular expat-friendly venue in Indonesia.

UFC events are hugely popular in Indonesia, with Jakarta’s expat-heavy sports bars packing out for numbered PPVs and big Fight Nights. Local time (WIB, UTC+7) aligns perfectly with US events – main cards often start around 9-11am Sundays for US …

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By Posted on Posted in Bangkok, Feature article, Thailand
Don't Open The Fridge Soi 11 Nana Sukhumvit The famous fridge door entrance with "Don't Open The Fridge" sign – the quirky hidden speakeasy bar at the end of Soi 11 Nana Sukhumvit, Bangkok.

Tucked at the far end of Soi 11 Nana Sukhumvit (right next to Soho Pizza), you’ll spot a suspiciously normal-looking fridge stocked with soft drinks and a cheeky sign screaming “Don’t Open The Fridge” with another smaller sign saying “Open …

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By Posted on Posted in Bangkok, Feature article, Thailand
Viva Sports Bar Soi 8 Nana Sukhumvit Lively interior with multiple big screens, great food

If you’re in Bangkok and craving a proper sports bar with big screens, cold beers, live international sport, and classic pub grub, Viva Sports Bar on Soi 8 Sukhumvit is the place to be. Just around the corner from Nana …

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By Posted on Posted in Bali, Food, Indonesia, Indonesian
Babi Guling – Iconic Balinese Roast Pork Whole suckling pig slow-roasted with Balinese spices for hours, resulting in extra crispy golden skin and tender meat – the ultimate must-try dish when visiting Bali, Indonesia.

Bali is a food lover’s paradise. While you’ll find classic Indonesian staples like Nasi Goreng (fried rice), Mie Goreng (fried noodles), and Ayam Goreng (fried chicken) everywhere, the island’s Hindu majority means pork is celebrated in ways you won’t see …

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By Posted on Posted in Bangkok, Bangkok Restaurants, Food, Nightlife, Soi 11 Sukhumvit Restaurants, Thailand
Lek's Last Stand at Night – Sukhumvit Road Bangkok Iconic glowing neon sign and outdoor seating at Lek's Last Stand, the classic beer bar just steps from Soi 11 and Nana BTS – perfect for cold beers, people-watching, and live sports on bustling Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok.

If you’re looking for an authentic, no-frills beer bar with prime people-watching, cold drinks, live sports, and tasty Thai food right in the heart of Sukhumvit, Lek’s Last Stand is the spot. Located just steps from Nana BTS (Exit 1 …

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Watching Australian Open 2026 Tennis in Pattaya Packed expat sports bars in Soi Buakhao and Jomtien come alive with fans cheering Australian Open tennis matches on big screens – the ultimate spot for live action, cold beers, and pub grub at venues like I-Rover

The Australian Open 2026 runs from January 12 to February 1 (qualifying from Jan 12, main draw from Jan 18). Pattaya time (Thailand) is 4 hours behind Melbourne (AEDT/AEST)! Early rounds are morning Thailand time. Watching in Bars & Pubs …

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