unreal bays in west papua: worth the long trip?

Last month, I finally made it to the coast of Indonesia’s West Papua after hearing so much about its untouched beauty. We spent hours on a bumpy boat ride, dodging rain clouds and hoping our luggage wouldn’t get soaked. When we finally arrived, the water was this wild shade of turquoise, and the cliffs looked like something out of a movie. I snapped a photo, but honestly, no picture can capture how surreal it felt standing there. The place was gorgeous, but I couldn’t help wondering if all that travel hassle was really worth it. I mean, I’ve seen some beautiful spots closer to home that didn’t require such a trek. Has anyone else gone way out of their way for a view, only to feel a bit let down? Or maybe you found a hidden gem that actually lived up to the hype? I’d love to hear about your best—and most disappointing—scenic adventures. #travelstories #westpapua #scenicviews #Travel