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2008-05-15 07:00:00 Jakarta deserves a better airport...! I have experiences using International and also Domestic Gates, both are sucks. I mean the rooms are so dusky with minimum lights. Then please take a visit to the rest rooms, what's your opinion about them...? Jayakarta Hotels & Resorts, Kuta-Legian, Bali Review of Jayakarta Hotels & Resorts, Kuta-Legian, Bali. More About: Links , Digg
Jayakarta Hotels & Resorts, Kuta-Legian, Bali
2008-05-15 05:52:00 We were staying seven days and six nights at Jayakarta hotels & Resorts , Kuta Legian Bali and quite satisfied with the facilities and services.We had no problem when we're check in, just a little bit mis-interpretation to locate the lobby for Club Bali since it's located separate from the main lobby. Perhaps they have to put a bigger billboard sign to attract the guests attention.We stayed at the apartment on the first floor, quite dusky IMO and need more lights. And after we check all facilities inside the apartment, it's time for me to check the internet connection. Well, my IM2 couldn't connect to the HSDPA signal, not even the GPRS signal when I tried at the guest room. Then I try at the bedroom. Gotcha, only one bar...! Ah, unlucky me. I asked to the receptionist about the WiFi but they said they had a problem at that time, I couldn't use it. No internet connection for a week...? Aarrgghhh...!!! It's too tired for me to go to the internet cafe.Pools and access to the ... More About: Hotels
Jakarta deserves a better airport...!
2008-05-14 08:55:00 I don't know about you, but for me Soekarno Hatta Airport is really not comfortable.I have experiences using International and also Domestic Gates, both are sucks. I mean the rooms are so dusky with minimum lights. Then please take a visit to the rest rooms, what's your opinion about them...?See the people working for the airport itself...? Looks like they're not so friendly, ya...? How about the "taxi competition" atmosphere once you walking out through the exit door...? Arrgghhh, really annoying.Access to the airport...? Well, thanks God my home is close to the Tangerang Gate therefore I still can avoid the flood :p.Join the Jakarta Deserves a Better Airport Group in Facebook. More About: Banten
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2008-05-05 07:00:00 Travel Photography - Packing for the Journey Taking your camera with you provides a great opportunity to capturing on film new landscapes, different cultures and their landmarks. Whether you are at a beach, rural or city location, the pictures will provide a record of the memorable experience whilst building your photography skills and expertise. It is always worth learning ......... International visitors on January to March increased 15.68% Number of international visitors to Indonesia through all gates in March 2008 amounted to 502.041 visitors or increased 13.30 %, if it is compared to the same period of the year 2007 amounted to 443.099 visitors. More About: Links , Digg
International visitors on January to March increased 15.68%
2008-05-04 14:39:00 Number of international visitors to Indonesia through all gates in March 2008 amounted to 502.041 visitors or increased 13.30 %, if it is compared to the same period of the year 2007 amounted to 443.099 visitors.International visitor who came through certain gates increased such as Soekarno-Hatta, 123,981 visitors or equal to 26.90%, Ngurah Rai, 159,886 visitors or equal to 28%, Sam Ratulangi 1,686 visitors or equal to 6.04%, Batam, 92,174 visitors or equal to 1.93%, Juanda, 11,485 visitors or equal to 0,05%, Minangkabau, 3,313 visitors or equal to 53.52%, Mataram, 1,435 visitor or equal to 47.63%, Adi Sumarmo, 2,130 visitors or equal to 54.57%, Sepinggan 951 visitors or equal to 16.83%, Tanjung Pinang, 10,415 or equal to 4.38%, and at other gates, 76,517 visitors or equal to 5.93%.On January to March 2008, international visitors who came through all gates to Indonesia increased cumulatively amounted to 1,405,456 visitors or equal to 15.68% compared to the same period in 2007 amount... More About: Visitors
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2008-04-26 07:00:00 Surfing lures more foreign tourists to come to West Sumatra Many foreign tourists have arrived in Mentawai Island district in West Sumatra province in their preparation to enjoy surfing in the offshore district waters which was frequently selected as host for World Champions Surfing Series event. More About: Links , Digg , 2008
Surfing lures more foreign tourists to come to West Sumatra
2008-04-25 20:09:00 Many foreign tourists have arrived in Mentawai Island district in West Sumatra province in their preparation to enjoy surfing in the offshore district waters which was frequently selected as host for World Champions Surfing Series event.The tourists, among others coming from United States, Australia, Britain and Austria, arrived at the island by ferry or hiring boats after landing at Minangkabau International Airport (BIM) in Padang Pariaman district.Martin Daly, head of world surfing agent, Indies Trader Marine Adventures from Australia said in Padang, capital of West Sumatra recently that ocean waves in Mentawai waters have the most consistent movements among the well known surfing locations in the world. There are about 400 spot surfing with almost six-meter high of the ocean waves which can be used by the surfers, Zulkarlin, head of Mentawai Island district tourist office told Antara. "The flow of tourist visits to Mentawai always increases annually and in 2007, the amount... More About: Event , Tourists , Foreign
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2008-04-23 07:00:00 International Conference of Srivijaya Civilization It is the general assumption that Srivijaya was an powerful maritime kingdom that played an important role in the political forum in early Southeast Asia for many centuries, from 7th century to the end of 13th century AD. International Conference of Srivijaya Civilization It is the general assumption that Srivijaya was an powerful maritime kingdom that played an important role in the political forum in early Southeast Asia for many centuries, from 7th century to the end of 13th century AD. International Conference of Srivijaya Civilization It is the general assumption that Srivijaya was an powerful maritime kingdom that played an important role in the political forum in early Southeast Asia for many centuries, from 7th century to the end of 13th century AD. International Conference of Srivijaya Civilization It is the general assumption that Srivijaya was an powerful maritime kingdom that played an important role in the political for... More About: Links , Digg , 2008
Public tour to State Palace to be launched next month
2008-04-23 06:20:00 The State Secretariat said Tuesday it would launch a public tour of the State Palace next month.State Secretary Hatta Radjasa said the public tour would be held during the weekend.Based on the current plan, the public would enter the State Secretariat main gate before being taken to the State Palace by a bus, he said.A tour guide would then guide the public to various rooms in the State Palace and explain the history and the function of the rooms, he said.Source: The Jakarta Post More About: Public , Tour
International Conference of Srivijaya Civilization
2008-04-23 06:11:00 BackgroundIt is the general assumption that Srivijaya was an powerful maritime kingdom that played an important role in the political forum in early Southeast Asia for many centuries, from 7th century to the end of 13th century AD. Just as its sudden appearance not very much is known of its decline, for that matter, the extent of this hegemony especially in Insular Southeast Asia during the height of its power. It influenced many social aspects in the region at that time, such as history of political life, beliefs, culture and economy.The remains of Srivijaya civilization, tangible or intangible are still found up to now in many sites in South East Asia countries. The researched about Sriwijaya is being conducted in each country until nowadays, and it was come out with a long term polemic about the center of this huge kingdom. Several sites were presumed as a center of Srivijaya Kingdom and its supported with many written sources and archaeological evidences, such as Palembang and ... More About: International , Event , Civilization , Conference , South Sumatra
Miss Tourism Indonesia contest to be held in July
2008-04-13 09:48:00 Miss Tourism Indonesia will be held for the first time this year said El John Foundation, the organizing committee, on Saturday. The event is supported by many parties including the Culture and Tourism Ministry. The registration has been opened since March 2008 with the applicants now reaching 100. The registration form is available at www.misstourismindonesia.com, Travel Club and in-flight Sriwijaya magazines. Through a selection, the participants will be narrowed to 40 finalists, who will be quarantined starting from June 28 through July 5 at the Batavia Hotel, Jakarta . ?The grand final will be held on July 5,? El John Foundation chairman Johnnie Sugiarto was quoted by Antara as saying. The winner of Miss Tourism Indonesia 2008 must sign a one-year contract and agree to participate in the Miss Tourism International contest.Source: Jakarta Post More About: Contest , Event
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2008-04-09 07:00:00 Jambi ready to make Visit Indonesia Year success Jambi province has been preparing local tourist sites and attractions as well as setting up support facilities and infrastructures in its effort to make the Indonesia Visit Year (VIY) 2008 program a success. More About: Links , Digg
Jambi ready to make Visit Indonesia Year success
2008-04-08 21:33:00 I see that Jambi is trying hard to dress up. Well, good luck then I hope Jambi can gain more tourist to come. It is really important not to depend on Kerinci area only. MuaroJambi Temple is one of the key spot in Jambi.From ANTARA:Jakarta (ANTARA News) - Jambi province has been preparing local tourist sites and attractions as well as setting up support facilities and infrastructures in its effort to make the Indonesia Visit Year (VIY) 2008 program a success.Jambi Governor H Zulkifli Nurdin has brought all businesspeople dealing with the tourism sector in the province together calling on them to make concerted efforts to make the Visit Indonesia Year (VIY) and Visit Jambi Year (VJY) programs a success.The local chapter of the Association of the Indonesian Tours and Travel Agencies (Asita) and the local chapter of the Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association (Ihra) had expressed readiness to promote tourist objects both at home and abroad, Zulkifli said.The governor had also called... More About: Event , Success , Make
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2008-04-08 07:00:00 Speedboats from Merak, Banten to Anak Rakata, Krakatau A number of speedboats that was used to transport people from Merak, Banten to Bakauhuni, Lampung will be functioned as tourism boats for people visiting Anak Rakata, Krakatau due to the declining of passenger volume. More About: Links , Digg , 2008
Speedboats from Merak, Banten to Anak Rakata, Krakatau
2008-04-07 17:46:00 A number of speedboats that was used to transport people from Merak, Banten to Bakauhuni, Lampung will be functioned as tourism boats for people visiting Anak Rakata, Krakatau. These boats were not productive due to the declining of passenger volume.Hotels and other tourism elements already spoke to PT Angkutan Sungai, Danau dan Penyebrangan (ASDP) Merak, Banten and they responded well. The ASDP ready to co-operate with others to using these speedboats. Right now there are limited transportation to Krakatau and/or Anak Rakata therefore using these speedboats are a good news.Source: Suara Pembaruan (in bahasa) More About: Indonesia , Volcanoes
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2008-04-07 07:00:00 Indonesia, the world of its own Indonesia the land of Gods and GoddessThe land where art and beauty meet, a land of timeless beautyThe land where people, nature, custom and tradition blended to one unique cultureEnjoy all our hospitalities, our peaceful enviesOur marvelous heritages, our people of serin grass and beautyand a shopping paradise Indonesia's events: May 2008 May 2008 main events as part of "Visit Indonesia Year 2008, celebrating 100 years of national awakening" program. More About: Links , Digg
Main events: May, 2008
2008-04-06 18:59:00 Here's the main events as part of "Visit Indonesia Year 2008, celebrating 100 years of national awakening" program.1. Gorontalo Cultural Festival, May 3-7 2008. Gorontalo Province.Promoting Gorontalo's cultural heritages. The festival invited local people to participate in various events such as traditional dance and drama, traditional poetry reading, martial arts and folk music competition. A colorful carnival display historical theme from different regions of Gorontalo.2. Kendari Bay Festival, May 9 2008. Kendari, South East Sulawesi.3. Maudu Lompoa Cikoang, May 6-8 2008. South Sulawesi.It's the traditional ceremony to commemorate the birthday of Prophet Muhammad.4. Galesong Festival, May 16-18 2008. Takalar, South Sulawesi.A thanksgiving ceremony by throwing offering into sea and hoping for a prosperous fortune.5. Batang Marangin River Rafting, 25-30 2008. Jambi Province.6. MuaroJambi Temple Festival, May 29-June 2 2008. Jambi Province.7. Dayak Kalimantan Cultural Festival, Ma... More About: Events , Event , Culture , Main
Indonesia, the world of its own
2008-04-06 17:44:00 Indonesia the land of Gods and GoddessesThe land where art and beauty meet, a land of timeless beautyThe land where people, nature, custom and tradition blended to one unique cultureEnjoy all our hospitalities, our peaceful enviesOur marvelous heritages, our people of serin grass and beautyand a shopping paradiseTouch our white shoreline beachesMagestic beauty, harmonize way of lifeGreat relaxing sanctuaries and a unique cultural attractionExperience all of our diversityThe beauty, the spender, the timeless land that ease IndonesiaYesterday, today and tomorrowEmerge yourself in our fabulous cultureTaste our crisp, clear and more waterFeel the music, the dance, the experience of a lifetimeInspire yourself an endless experience with timeless beauty and tremendous lovely momentKeep the spirit in youIndonesia, an ultimate in diversitySource: Youtube More About: Video , Culture , World , Indonesia , Bali
Museum Gajah (National Museum), Jakarta
2008-04-05 18:14:00 Museum Gajah (Gajah is Elephant in Bahasa) or National Museum, located in Jakarta just across of National Monument. Why "Gajah"...? Because there is an elephant statue in front of this museum, which was a gift from King Chulalongkorn from Thailand in 1871.How to get there...? It's easy, too easy. You can use Trans Jakarta (people call it Busway) from Blok M Terminal or from harmony, stop at Monas then you will find the museum just across national Monument. Ticket is cheap, very cheap.Currently the Museum houses collections of 109,342 objects under the categories of prehistory, archaeology, ethnography, numismatics-heraldic, geography and historical relics.Opening Times: The Musium Nasional is open from 8.30 am to 2.30 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday; from 8.30 am to 11.30 am on Friday; and from 8.30 am to 1.30 pm on Saturday. The Museum is closed on Monday. Admission charges: Adults - Rp750 Children under ... More About: National Museum , Museum
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2008-04-05 07:00:00 8 Vacations That Will Make You Smarter Improve your intellect with trips that focus on literature, art and history. The themes of these vacations vary greatly, ranging from three-hour tours of the Louvre led by an art historian to a week-long lesson in Cold War history taught by former counterintelligence and KGB officers. More About: Links , Digg , 2008
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2008-04-02 07:00:00 Ondel-Ondel, traditional puppets from Jakarta Visit Jakarta and don't forget to attend every traditional event from Betawi's people. Find this giant puppets and yes, take a picture with them :). Baron Beach, Yogyakarta: a tower of southern Java Another beach to be visited beside Parangtritis Beach in Yogyakarta. Experience to have a moment stand in front of Indonesia Ocean, a southern border of Indonesia in Java Island. More About: Links , Digg , 2008
Baron Beach, Yogyakarta: a tower of southern Java
2008-04-01 16:46:00 There are several beaches in Yogyakarta, the famous one is Parangtritis Beach but my favorite one is Baron Beach. It's a tower of southern Java .Baron Beach located in Desa Kemadang, Kecamatan Tanjungsari, about 20km southern Wonosari. At the first time arrived, I just stayed on a beach. I enjoyed the view, the scenery of the beach and the ocean. Then, I see that some people walking and trekking up to the hill on my left hand side.It's interesting, I found out that there is a gazebo just above that hill facing the ocean (Indonesia Ocean). A perfect spot to muse or daydreaming (grin mode: on). To be honest, IMO this is the best beach in Java Island. This beach is one of the beach series: Baron, Kukup, Sepajang, Drini, Krakal and Sundak.Don't forget to taste the special menu from this area: Sop Kakap.Each year on Bulan Syuro, there is a Sea Offering Ceremony on this beach. This event is held to show our grateful to The Greatest.Picture of Baron Beach taken from Pesona Gunung KidulRe... More About: Event , Southern , Tower
Ondel-Ondel, traditional puppets from Jakarta
2008-04-01 08:02:00 If you're in Jakarta , try to find the traditional event of Betawi. Betawi is the descendants of the people living around Jakarta from around 17th century.They have their own culture and also language, different from Javanese language or Sunda language.Almost every event that held by Betawi's people, they had a giant puppet (usually one as man puppet and one as women puppet) called "Ondel-Ondel". In marriage ceremonies or at the party of Jakarta's anniversary or en event like Jakarta Fair and similar other fairs, you will find Ondel-Ondel. This giant puppets will dance along the traditional music like Tanjidor. Size of the puppets...? Well, they're about 2.5m tall.Children love them. Some scare of them, like my daughter :).Picture of Ondel-Ondel taken from: WikipediaRelated links:Another Wikipedia link (in bahasa)Taman Ismail Marzuki Official Website (in bahasa)Jakarta Daily Photo More About: Culture , Traditional
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2008-04-01 07:00:00 Sisingaan, traditional dancing from Subang-West Java An energetic traditional dance from Subang, West Java as their symbolization for military agreement in 1940's. These days this dance is performed to celebrate an Islamic event (specially for young boy). More About: Links , Digg , 2008
Sisingaan, the traditional dance from Subang-West Java
2008-03-31 19:21:00 One of the tourism attraction from West Java that I really love is Sisingaan. Sisingaan or "fake lion" is the unique traditional performance from Subang, West Java (about 75km from Bandung, the capital city of West Java to the north).This performance used to be a story, a symbolization of the Indonesian people power when Dutch invasion in 1940's. It's a dance with traditional music, eight people lifting two fake lions (dolls) with young boys on top of them. The fake lions are the symbol of invaders and eight people who lifting the lions are the symbol of people of Indonesia. The lions are the Royal Coat of Arms of England, young boys riding fake lions are the symbol of England which came to Indonesia using their Dutch relationship.And there was a military agreement in Kalijati, Subang. An agreement between Dutch and Japan in 1942 that led Indonesia to be Japan's governance. Perhaps this occasion had inspired people of Indonesia at that time to create a unique performance for hist... More About: Culture , Dance , Traditional
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2008-03-18 06:00:00 The way kids grow, age by age There are few issues that preoccupy new parents more than this: Is my baby growing normally? When the percentiles seem off-kilter, we worry -- but experts say there's rarely reason for concern. For starters, healthy kids come in a wide range of shapes and sizes, and they don't grow at a steady rate, either. Some "Organic" Products Cause Cancer A new study commissioned by Organic Consumers Association finds that some leading "organic" brand personal care products that are not USDA certified contain the carcinogenic 1,4-dioxane. Click through to find out which "organic" products are safe, and which could cause cancer. More About: Links , Digg , 2008
Main events: March, 2008
2008-03-15 19:04:00 I know maybe it's too late to post March events in Indonesia regarding Visit Indonesia Year, but still there are some events to come. First week in March we had International Java Jazz Festival in Jakarta and also Traditional Culture & Dance Parade in Batam (both events held in March 7-9, 2008).Later on in March we will have:1. Weaving & Handicrafts Exhibition in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara (March-May, 2008).Local hand weaving of different design and color. Display of traditional woven textiles and clothing of Timorese. Various handicrafts are also performed at this exhibition.2. Putri Bau Nyale Mandalika Festival in Central Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara (March 15, 2008).It is linked to a popular folklore of a beautiful princess Putri Mandalika, who willingly sacrificed herself by jumping into the sea and promising a return in a form of the Nyale (sea worms). This event usually participated in by youngsters.3. AGRINEX Indonesia 2008 in Jakarta Convention Center (March 20-23, 2... More About: Events , Event , Main
Main events: April, 2008
2008-03-15 19:03:00 Below are the main events in Indonesia regarding Visit Indonesia Year 2008, celebrating 100 years of national awakening. We have about two weeks to go to the April therefore you still can arrange your trip.1. International Conference of Local & Community Based Tourism & Culture in Padang (West Sumatra Province).2. Sekaten Festival in Yogyakarta. It's the Javanese traditional ceremony to commemorate the birthday of Prophet Muhammad.3. Sea Offering Ceremony in Pagatan (South Kalimantan Province-Borneo). A thanksgiving ceremony conduct bay local fisherman followed by another culture performance and sport attractions.4. Sea Offering Ceremony in Pelabuhan Ratu, Sukabumi (West Java Province), April 5-6 2008. A thanksgiving ceremony conduct bay local fisherman followed by another culture performance and sport attractions.5. Maulid Maayum Anak Ceremony in South Kalimantan Province (Borneo), April 12 2008. It's the traditional ceremony to commemorate the birthday of Prophet Muhamma... More About: Events , Event , Jakarta
Pictures of Bukittinggi, West Sumatra
2008-03-11 22:25:00 The Hills Hotel (previously Novotel Hotel) is a great hotel. The building itself located not far from Jam Gadang (the symbol of City of Bukittinggi, remember the Big Ben in London...?), maybe it's only 5 minutes walk. Also you can see Ngarai Sianok from your back window at your hotel room (no Air Conditioner...?).I'm sure you can see the uniqueness of this clock tower, different from any kind of clock that we used to see. See something different...?I went to Jambi and West Sumatra not for fun but for work therefore we didn't have much time to explore the whole city. But then, we still had a chance to took pictures in Jam Gadang area. Most of the time, I was the photographer (puke mode: on).First, here's some pictures of The Hills Hotel.Then, here's some pictures of Jam Gadang at night, including one picture that taken from KFC. One other picture taken from my hotel room in the morning.We're only have one night at The Hills and in the next morning we're off to Batusangkar, Saw... More About: Pictures
Tourism spots in Kabupaten Tanah Datar, West Sumatra
More articles from this author:2008-03-06 19:53:00 Tourism in West Sumatra is not only Singkarak Lake, City of Sawahlunto and City of Bukittinggi. In Kabupaten Tanah Datar you can find more tourism spots including Istano Pagarayung, Lembah Anai and Tabek Patah. Ready to explore...?1. Istano Pagaruyung (Pagaruyung Grand Palace)Located in Nagari Pagaruyung Kecamatan Tanjung Emas. Pagaruyung is also the Center of Government Affairs of Kabupaten Tanah Datar. Five km driving from Batusangkar City Center. This tourism spot is the main tourism objective in Kabupaten Tanah Datar. The Pagaruyung Grand Palace was built in 1976 as a duplicate of the palace of Rajo Alam which was burned down by the Dutch Colony in 1804. This big traditional Palace has 11 horns (Gonjong), 72 piles and 3 floors, surrounded by Surau (small mosque), Tabuah (drum) and Rangkiang Patah Sembilan (the Rice Barn). The palace itself is full of various kinds of wood carvings. The shape and color represent the philosophy, history and culture of Minangkabau people.*On Februa... More About: Tourism , Spots , Legend 1, 2, 3, 4 |
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