Category Archives: Travel Journal

Do’s ~

– bring mosquito repellant

– bring cotton pants and shirts

– sleep with a mosquito net where possible

– bring hand sanitizer

– close your mouth in the shower

– be cautious with using ice in drinks

– brush your teeth with bottled water

– make sure your food is clean and heated to the proper temperature

Don’ts ~

– drink any tap water

– touch someone on the head as this is considered the most sacred part of the body

I began feeling ill about 10 days into the trip. It began with mild symptoms such as fatigue, but then suddenly turned into much more. I had a debilitating headache and extreme nausea, so off we went to the Toya Medika Clinic where they recommended blood tests.

Welcome to my Community Field Experience blog. Follow me to Bali!

For coffee lovers like myself, a cup of “java” is a precious thing, especially in the morning! While here, I am on a side quest to source some really good coffee!