| M Turner |
15 March 2005 |
Stayed at Hyatt Regency Yogyakarta - Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
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Didn't think much of the city (apart from the friendly people), but really enjoyed Borobudur, Prambanan, etc. Kraton Ratu Boko (palace ruins just south of Prambanan) is well worth a visit. It's quite a hike up some steep steps, but the views are magnificent. Taxis from the airport are fixed price (like Bali).
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| R Mohd yatim |
11 March 2005 |
Stayed at Shangri-La Hotel Jakarta - Jakarta, Indonesia.
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Visited Plaza Indonesia, Ancol Dreamland, ITC Mangga Dua and ITC Kuningan.
Can get taxi very easily from the hotel but again the traffic is quite bad esp. during peak hours. Enjoy shopping at Kuningan, Mangga Dua and also Soga (Plaza Indonesia).
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| A Sanusi (additional night) |
20 February 2005 |
Stayed at Ibis Kemayoran - Jakarta, Indonesia.
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For shopping, I would recommend you to go to Tanabang, Mangga Dua, Pasar Senen, Pasar Baroe and Sarinah Store. The price is cheap and unbelievable. If you love history and heritage, don't miss to visit Gaja Mada National Museum and Monas.
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| C Harding |
12 February 2005 |
Stayed at Ibis Malioboro Yogyakarta - Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
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I liked Jogya, found the people friendly and helpful. I went to Burobadur and Prabaran temples, each a 4 hour expedition for 50$AU each, with my own driver and guide. The guide an elderly gentleman who speaks English, French and German plus many local languages. Silver smiths (not the one recommended by my guide!) and batik (Go to one that has prices marked) I found a batik seller who sat me down, gave me tea and demonstrated the whole art of making a batik picture. I bought a nice piece for 49$AU and was told by the opposition that the exhibition wasn't really closing down next day and that I had been fleeced. But I still think I got my money's worth! Riding in the becaks is terrifying as you are in front of the pedaller as he pushes through the traffic at an intersection and you think you are going to die. And everything is incredibly cheap.
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| T Kopec |
09 February 2005 |
Stayed at Saphir Yogyakarta - Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
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There are some nice temples and places of interest not too far away, taxis are reasonable and the shopping is cheap. If you want to visit mount Bromo (active vulcano & sulphur lake) then be aware that it is 11 hours each way ergo an overnight stay, the nearest airport is still 5 hours away.
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| D Shah |
09 February 2005 |
Stayed at Melasti Beach Bungalows - Bali, Indonesia.
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I visited Tanah Lot, Kintamani, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua.
I liked the Tanah Lot most, it has excellent view of sunset the best I have ever seen. Trip to Kintamani was full day with many places to cover starting with Balinese dance, which I found not that good and waste of money...rest was ok as scenary was good. The best around Bali was sea and water sports the water is really clean and beaches are well maintained and it has nice waves.
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| A Bhaloo |
12 January 2005 |
Stayed at Putri Bali - Bali, Indonesia.
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Putri Bali is located in Nusa Dua. In my opinion this is a better spot than Kuta. It is a quieter area and it would be ideal for relaxation. We visited Denpasar, Kuta and Uluwatu for the sunset, the temple on the edge of the cliff and the kachak dance. Nusa Dua village is a nice place with many small shops that have local arts and crafts.
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| A Robinson |
28 December 2004 |
Stayed at Mercure Resort Sanur - Bali, Indonesia.
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A must for any traveller to Bali is the volcanos. They are really impressive. Also the temples are a brilliant place to go. It's really interesting to see all the local people there making their offerings and they are more than happy to talk to you answer questions and let you take photo's. The carvings on the temples are fantastic. In Kuta, its worth visiting the monument they have built for all the people who died in the Bali bombing in 2002. It's very sad to see as so many people lost their lives and loved ones but it has been very tastefully done and worth a visit just to pay your respects to the people who did lose their lives there. If you want to take a day to relax I recommend a spa treatment at the Green Garden spa resort in Kuta (there are 2 green gardens, It's the one opposite the beach!!) The full spa treatment is fantastic and lasts about 2 1/2hrs and you will not be disappointed.
In Sanur we found some great places to eat. The Cat and Fiddle is an Irish bar/restaurant and if you like a good old roast dinner or a good steak and ale pie you will love it here. The staff are fantastic and so friendly. Xmas dinner was superb. If you like Indian food there is a great place called Cafe Bombay Bali right near the beach in Sanur. Again the food was superb and the staff lovely. My favourite is the local food and there are far too many places to mention to get good local food so best to just pop into any that take your fancy. I think overall Sanur is a good place to stay. I would stay there again but probably choose a different hotel next time. Bali is a fantastic place with beautiful friendly people.
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| A Abdul aziz |
21 December 2004 |
Stayed at Ibis Mangga Dua Hotel & Apartment - Jakarta, Indonesia.
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This hotel is located in Jakarta Utara, close to Ancol recreational park but a little bit far from block M area, where you can find many interesting Indonesian items. Mangga Dua is suitable for people looking for clothing, electronics but not recommended for tourist. Always insist for blue bird taxi, quite reliable and very friendly.
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| H Muhamad abdullah |
19 December 2004 |
Stayed at Hard Rock Hotel Bali - Bali, Indonesia.
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Nasi Padang Restaurant in NUSA DUA great for Muslim travellers. I ate till I drop! Tanah Lot & Uluwatu, great view. Precaution..Do not get cheated at Kintamani, whereby locals offer to bring you to this so-called sacred cemetery where they don't bury the dead. Really misleading ..P/S:Name is Trunyan. It does exist, but not what you expected. BEWARE!
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Traveller's Tales: Places to go and see in Indonesia
