Indonesia Exotic

Fast Fact of Indonesia Destination #2

2009-02-12T18:31:00.004+07:00

Danau Toba (Toba Lake) MedanMedanThe third largest city in Indonesia thrives on oil, palm oil and rubber.* Airport: Polonia* Local calling code: 61* Taxi: Matra, tel 844 3333* Unique stay: Hotel Garuda Plaza and a plethora of others offer international-standard accommodation.* Restaurants: The night market yields a large selection of Chinese food, while vegetarians can go to Sumatera Vegetarian

Fast Fact of Indonesia Destinations #1

2009-02-12T17:33:00.009+07:00

Sunset - Pantai Kuta, BaliBaliBali is celebrated worldwide fro its tourism industry. The must see list is endless; popular pursuits include beach-bathing, shopping, surfing, partying, visiting historical monuments and witnessing numerous cultural festivals.* Airport: Ngurah Rai* Local calling code: 361* Taxi: Bluebird, tel 701 111* Unique stay: If you plan to stay more then two weeks, try renting

Bali’s Mangrove Forests

2009-01-18T18:06:00.008+07:00

Mangrove forest are continuously being rehabilitatedWhere nature tourism is integrated with conservation effortsIndonesia, as a tropical island national, has around 17,500 islands with a coastline totaling 81,000 kilometers – a distance equal to twice the circumference of the earth. With this extensive coastline, Indonesia has the world’s greatest mangrove forests: 4.5 million hectares, or a

10 Best Golf Holes in Indonesia

2008-12-21T14:37:00.005+07:00

Avoid golfing nightmares by following the editor of Golf Punk Indonesia’s, Yulius Martinez on then of Indonesia’s finest and most challenging, holes of golf.BaliHole 7 (Par 3)Nirwana Bali Golf Club (18 hole)Designer: Greg NormanHole 7 is the perfect assimilation between natural beauty and challenge, and is one of the most dramatic holes in world golf. The tee is on the border of a canyon facing

The Beauty Series of West Sumatera

2008-12-11T14:57:00.004+07:00

West Sumatera tourism mapThe house or building with specific roof shape of Minang (Minang term: Bagonjong house) is common scene here. This is West Sumatera, a province with excessively tremendous panoramas.West Sumatera traditional houseWalking along step by step in Minang land, West Sumatera, feels like enjoying series of amazing natural beauties. Beach, lake, bay, highland, canyon even

G-Land (Plengkung Beach) - Magical Surfers` Destination

2008-11-25T06:50:00.007+07:00

Banyuwangi, East Java tourism mapIndonesia has surf spots from Aceh to West Timor whose names are known to surfers all over the world. These include Grajagan in East Java, Lagundri Bay in Nias, Kuta Reef, Uluwatu, Padang-Padang and Bingin in Bali, Desert Point in Lombok, and Lakey Peak in Sumbawa. And now G-Land. It is now one of the best surf locations in the world. And before you know it G-Land

Hotels And Villa in Lembang & Subang

2008-11-22T20:02:00.022+07:00

Rests with a vast peaceful evergreen area in the valley of Mt. Tangkuban Perahu, it is the ideal retreat from the heat and busy activities of the city, yet it is surprisingly nearby!Get your experience of the perfect blend of modern luxury and traditional Indonesian hospitality in a setting of natural beauty.Hotel Puteri Gunung ****Jln. Raya Tangkuban Perahukm 16-17 Lembang - Bandungph. (022)

Lembang - The Refreshing Natural Beauty

2008-11-22T06:13:00.008+07:00

Tea plantation - LembangLembang is a natural beauty of the high valley just north of Bandung, about 30 minutes drive away. It is popular with local tourists for its refreshing climate and the proximity to the Tangkuban Perahu volcano, Bandung's main tourist attraction. Even though Lembang in itself is doesn't have that much to offer, it is worth a daytrip to savor some local specialties and gawk

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2008-09-24T07:30:00.003+07:00

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Mountain Sickness

2008-09-23T04:09:00.003+07:00

The Downside of Getting High by Dr Lyndon LaminackWith more people taking to the hills and other adventures, the seriousness of altitude or mountain sickness is coming into focus.As its name implies, mountain sickness is a form of illness that is triggered off by altitude. Generally, it will be felt at altitudes greater than 3,600m though early symptoms can come on as early as 2,300m.Cause and

Hot Dives In The Exotic Manado

2008-07-21T19:24:00.009+07:00

The promise of an experience both rich in culture and adventure never ceases to lure visitors to exotic ManadoMap of SulawesiOnce A jealously guarded secret among the most traveled of backpackers, this magical land in Indonesia, with its pristine tropical rainforest and offshore island paradise, was formally introduced to the outside world when SilkAir started its direct flights to Manado, a few

Komodo - Primeval Dragon, The Predator

2008-05-31T00:26:00.009+07:00

Tourists observing a Komodo dragonKomodo (Varanus Komodoensis) is a giant reptile, which is also the highest predator in the food chain in his home habitat. it is believed to be the ancient reptile from dinosaur's age that still survives. Now that they are dying out, it is important for everyone to keep them from extinction. Komodo was scientifically researched by a European in 1910. Furthermore,

Komodo Dragon - Komodo Island

2008-05-30T23:04:00.009+07:00

Komodo BayKomodo island is part of the Lesser Sunda chain of islands and forms part of the Komodo National Park.The park is located in between the islands of Sumbawa and Flores. The park includes the three major islands; Komodo, Rinca and Padar, as well as numerous smaller islands creating a total surface area (marine and land) of 1817km (proposed extensions would bring the total surface area up

The Mount Rinjani Trek – Lombok

2008-05-22T18:33:00.008+07:00

The Rinjani Trek Ecotouring Program is creating jobs, enhancing livelihoods and helping to protect one of Indonesia’s most spectacular natural environments.Map of Lombok IslandSpanning the Gunung Rinjani National Park (Mt. Rinjani National Park), which lies within the major transition zone (Wallaceae) where the flora and fauna of Southeast Asia makes a dramatic transition into that which is

Mount Krakatau – Lampung

2008-05-06T14:40:00.005+07:00

Satellite view of Anak Krakatau and surrounding islands in IndonesiaYou would hardly know it today, but on August 26, 1883, more than 120 years before December 26’s devastating Sumatra-Andaman Island earthquake, Indonesia suffered another catos-tropic natural disaster when the island volcano of Krakatoa (Krakatau), in the Sunda Strait, 40 kilometers off the west coast of Java on the island of

Bunaken National Marine Park - North Sulawesi

2008-04-30T17:59:00.010+07:00

Map of SulawesiManado or Menado is your setting off point to stunning Bunaken National Marine ParkProtected since 1991 for its fantastic reefs and mangroves and outstanding biodiversity. The waters of Bunaken National Marine Park are extremely deep, clear, refreshing in temperature (27 to 29 °C). Bunaken National Marine Park is home to some of the world’s best year-round snorkeling and scuba

How to get there to Yogyakarta

2008-04-20T14:20:00.002+07:00

Adisucipto Airport departurelounge, YogyakartaHow to get there to Yogyakarta is not difficult to answer as there are several modes of transport making it all easy.The quickest and comfortable way to get to Yogyakarta is by air. The Adisucipto International Airport in Yogyakarta has flights to all the important cities of Indonesia. Recently, international direct flights from Singapore and Kuala

Ullen Sentalu Museum, Yogyakarta – Central Java

2008-04-18T12:25:00.005+07:00

One man's homage to Javanese culture, the Ullen Sentalu Museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the women of the royal courts.In the village of Kaliurang, on the slopes of Mount Merapi, is Ullen Sentalu Museum, arguably the most fascinating museum in the Yogyakarta area. Built about seven years ago, the museum of Javanese art and culture is exceptionally well presented, interesting

Jogja is Java’s Culture Heartland

2008-04-08T10:00:00.007+07:00

Prambanan Temple - Hindus temple at night in YogyakartaSo much to offer, all close by..Jogja or Yogyakarta is one of famous tourism and travel destinations in Indonesia. This city also famous as the center of culture, craft and beautiful natures. Yogyakarta city is known as a center of classical Javanese fine art and culture such as batik, traditional dance, drama, music, poetry and puppet

Ubud - Bali's Cultural Heart

2008-04-03T12:04:00.006+07:00

Rice terrace in Ubud, BaliBut, Bali is so much more than beaches. It’s emerald-green rice terraces dotting lush interior landscapes of mysterious, monkey-filled forests. We have one question: Could anywhere on God’s green earth be greener than Ubud?Rice terrace in Ubud, BaliWhile it seems clear that the Balinese are only too happy to cater to the whims of the international traveler – their

Riau – Pekanbaru, City of Contrasts

2008-04-02T11:58:00.006+07:00

View of Pekanbaru city, RiauThe capital of Riau Province since 1959, Pekanbaru began as a small village called Payung Sekaki on the Siak riverbank.There are a number of interesting buildings in the Riau-Malay traditional architectural style worth seeing in Pekanbaru, including Balai Dang Merdu, the Balai Adat and of course, Taman Budaya Riau or the Riau Cultural Park.Located on Jalan Jendral

Bali International and Domestic Airport

2008-04-02T11:24:00.006+07:00

Ngurah Rai International Airport, Denpasar, Bali, IndonesiaBali’s International and Domestic airport, Ngurah Rai International Airport, is located in the southern part of Bali, in the Tuban/Jimbaran area, just a few kilometers south of Kuta. Commonly called Denpasar Airport, the airport caters to many airlines for flights throughout Indonesia, Asia, Australia, with connections through to Europe

Preserver – Adventure Travel Boot Camp

2008-04-01T18:43:00.005+07:00

It’s certainly better to be safe than sorry whether trekking in India, deep-sea diving off a remote Indonesia island or scaling a lonely peak in the Himalayas. “Not sweating the small stuff” can be the beginning physically and financially, and, remember, sometimes, you can choose your lot in life.KNOW BEFORE YOU GO* Government AdvisoriesIt’s always worth read the travel advisories published

Bedugul, in Bali’s cool highlands

2008-04-01T12:29:00.004+07:00

Bedugul, in Bali’s cool highlands, is more than a destination; it’s a state of mindA trip to the three great lakes of Bedugul, in the cool highlands of central Bali, is highly recommended as a welcome escape from the motor-mayhem of Kuta. As the road climbs in giddying leaps around the hillsides, the air becomes chiller. Eventually you reach the serene Lake Bratan. Even the swirling mists can’t

Best Bali Beaches - Everything Under the Sun

2008-04-01T10:23:00.012+07:00

There’s a postcard-perfect picture of a palm-fringed, long, white sandy beach drifting around in your head. You know the one: lapped by warm, sparkling azure waters under a pale blue sky. Yes, that’s the one. For generations of travelers, a summer holiday has been synonymous with one thing – beaches and, boy, does Bali’s impossibly sun-splashed coastline dazzle.* Best All-Round BeachBali’s