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Manado – Forgotten diamond of Sulawesi

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In a country like Indonesia, where the territorial waters cover more than the entire land area, Manado was necessarily a town overlooking the sea. And yet, very few of those traveling to discover Indonesian beauties decide to stop by this beautiful city. Most travelers who come to the capital of North Sulawesi don’t pay attention to Manado as much as it deserves. Usually, they just make a quick stop at its airport and depart to nearby islands. That’s probably the reason why Manado has been preserved as a non-touristic city. Even though there are no significant tourist attractions, the friendliness … Continue reading →

Useful phrases and tips for communication in Indonesian language

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Believe it or not, there are 583 languages and dialects spoken in Indonesia, including languages of various ethnic groups of the country. Some of these languages are Acehnese, Batak, Sundanese, Javanese, Toraja, Buginese and many others. All of them are subdivided into dialects. Even though the Indonesian language is the national language of this country, you can hear English pretty often, especially when it comes to tourist areas. You can also hear some German and Dutch in big cities if you are lucky enough. In order to have successful communication with native people once you find yourself away from tourist … Continue reading →

Tempestuous history of Indonesia

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Your journey to Indonesia will be a better experience if you get to know more about its past and all types of influences which made Indonesia be just like it is today. That’s why we prepared a short guide through the history of Indonesia. So, let’s start exploring the dynamic past of this wonderful country. Beginnings Not long ago prevailed the belief that about 500 000 years ago in central Java a primitive humanoid with African origin (Homo erectus) had lived. Homo erectus inhabited Indonesia after he found the isthmus which existed back then and crossed it. Indonesia was his habitat until Homo … Continue reading →

Kuta – Indonesian diamond on the Island of Gods

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You won’t find a better place for entertainment, nightlife and cheap accommodation than Kuta, at least on the island of Bali. The easiest way of reaching Kuta is a ride from Ubud, which lasts for about 90 minutes. Atmosphere in the street In the Poppies Gang II street, there are hundreds of stands where you can buy literally anything and everything. Don’t forget to bargain, because sellers are looking forward to that! If you are a lover of malls, you’ll certainly have fun at Discovery, which is a modern shopping mall. Tropical Fruits – Bali, Indonesia Evenings in Kuta Streets are usually crowded with tourists, most … Continue reading →

Locations with ‘The Lion King’-esque sights in Indonesia

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The breathtaking view of Baluran National Park in Banyuwangi, East Java. (Shutterstock/-) A remake of the 90s classic The Lion King is back on the silver screen. This time, however, the animation has been re-made to a life-like recreation of the original film. This new live-action-take on the movie takes viewers directly to the African terrain, represented with the best realism technology has to offer. With the quality of the realism in this movie, viewers might be curious as to how these terrains may look in the real world. But in order to see these sights, viewers in Indonesia might not have … Continue reading →

Banda Islands: Portal into another world

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There is a lot to see in the Banda Islands, a place that can bring any visitor back into the past. The sky is a grey wash. Dark clouds hang low and ragged over a silver sea. Wind whips up white caps ahead of a storm, and sheets of rain are drawn like curtains across the water, smudging the line between sea and sky. Beneath the water, coral gardens cover the steep slopes and walls. Pink fan corals wave in the currents, blue-tipped staghorn, pale pink barrel sponge, blue coral, plate coral, patches of branching fire, brain coral, feather stars; … Continue reading →

White sand of Nusa Dua in Bali Island

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Nusa Dua, the remarkable island located in Indonesia, was designed with a great purpose: to be an all-inclusive kind of tourist destination. It is considered as a perfect place for both family trip and romantic honeymoons. Island of Nusa Dua located in South Bali is mostly known as an area with great five-star resorts and was built and designed with the idea to compete with the worldwide famous resorts. It is situated 22 kilometers from Denpasar and offers luxurious accommodation, nice dining, R&R and golf resorts. In order to enhance the safety of the guests, everyone entering Nusa Dua resorts is checked by high-level security systems. Nusa Dua … Continue reading →

The Best Spots to Bird Watch in Indonesia

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Indonesia’s reputation as a paradise is held up not only by idyllic beaches and lush jungles, but also a rich variety of wildlife. The tropical weather and untouched rainforests have sustained the existence of at least 380 endemic species and hundreds more migratory species. Discover the best spots to bird watch in Indonesia. Lore Lindu National Park Hundreds of exotic bird species live naturally in this national park in Central Sulawesi, over 50% of which are endemic to Sulawesi. No need to scour the massive natural reserve, as the best bird watching is concentrated in an area around Lake Tambing and Anaso Track. Just … Continue reading →

Getting a Visa for your trip to Indonesia

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One of the crucial aspects of planning your journey certainly refers to acquiring information related to a visa issue. That is why it’s good to know that citizens of a large number of countries have the opportunity of getting Indonesian visas (both transit and tourist) once they arrive in Indonesia. This can be done in all of the major airports. Still, they should have in mind two really important technical rules: In most cases, you will not be able to extend your tourist visa. You will not be able to convert your tourist visa into any other type of visa. How to … Continue reading →

Travelers Paradise – Yogyakarta and its surroundings

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Yogyakarta is the place where people speak the purest Javanese language; it is the place where Javanese culture and the arts are represented in the brightest way and where the country’s customs are most evident. It is the soul of Java. Yogyakarta is the capital city of Yogyakarta Special Region in Java, Indonesia. It is famous for its fine art and culture as well as a center of education (Kota Pelajar). The city got its name after Ayodhya, the Indian city from the Ramayana epic poem. People in Yogyakarta are very proud of their customs and they give their best to protect them. That’s why it … Continue reading →