The Great Wall of Bromo

Text and Photos by Teguh SudarismanThere's no such thing as a bad day to visit Bromo. Even when it's cloudy and raining, it displays another side of its beauty.Since mid-day yesterday, even before we set foot in Ngadas village, heavy rain, strong winds and fog have been here to greet us. The trees seem like black shadows wreathed in white fog, as do the terraced rice fields...

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Foreign Tourists from Australia reached 417.7 thousand, growing 24.88%

Foreign tourists (tourists) an Australian who visited Indonesia in January to October 2009 were recorded as many as 417,785 people or experienced 24.88% growth compared to the same period last year. Wisman from Australia still chose Bali as their favorite destinations.Management Center and Data Network System (P2DSJ) Depbudpar, Tuesday (1 / 12) mentions, an Australian foreign tourists, France, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, and China who visited Indonesia in the period January-October 2009 experienced a significant increase in the average...

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Contest: Making Your Own Indonesia Trip – Winners Announcement

We proudly announce the winners for the "Contest: Making Your Own Indonesia Trip." We thank you for your participation and feedback.1. Hoky Ajicahyadi "Magnificent East Javali Route" as the winner of Amazing Indonesia under US$ 1,000 category2. Lomar Dasika "Sulawesi Selatan Tiada Duanya" as the winner of Wisata Impian di bawah Rp. 10 juta category3. Johan Sobihan "Jelajah Ujung Barat Ujung Jawa-TN Ujung Kulon" as the winner of Most Active Users categoryThe winner of the "Contest: Making Your Own Indonesia Trip" will receive a free trip around...

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Muara Angke Wildlife Reserve “It’s Hard to Imagine...”

Text by Virgina Veryastuti Photos by Jan Dekker Birds chirping, dense growths of mangrove and pedada trees swarming with long-tailed monkeys – it's hard to imagine that all this can still be found in Jakarta, but it is, at the Muara Angke Wildlife Reserve in North Jakarta. Entering the wildlife reserve, I was greeted by birds calling to one another from...

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Ubud's Culinary Queen

Text by Janet DeNeefeI thought it would be an ideal time to take you on a jalan-jalan down Ubud's 'culinary' memory lane and honour one of the grand dames of our village cafes. Ubud has been the home to a wok full of Balinese mums who have been satisfying the hearts and appetites of international visitors for many years. These 'domestic goddesses' have helped shape the eating...

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A Night of Dayak Culture

For thousands of years, the Dayak people — with more than 400 sub-ethnic groups — have inhabited the island of Borneo, the Indonesian portion of which is known as Kalimantan.In recent times, however, the 740,000-square-kilometer island’s natural resources have attracted m ultinational mining and logging companies, which have brought with them many modern influences.Since the...

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ndonesia To Host 2010 IRF Australasian Continental Rafting Champs

Running from April 22nd 2010 until April 28th 2010, Indonesia will host a thrill and spill sporting event: The IRF AustralAsian Continental Rafting Champs 2010 comes to Central Java and promises to prove its worth as perhaps the country’s foremost international sporting event. Organized by the Indonesia Rafting Federation (FAJI) in partnership with Marine Corps, this R6 (male...

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Pura Luhur Uluwatu - Beautiful and Sacred

Text and Photos by Taufik Darusman from garuda magzOne of Bali’s holiest temples is not only majestic but also offers a spectacular and sweeping view of the Indian Ocean and, of course, stunning sunsets.Arguably the most spectacular Hindu temple on the island of Bali, Pura Luhur Uluwatu is perched majestically about 80 meters above sea level on the edge of a steep cliff at...

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TMII (Beautiful Indonesia Miniature Park)

Taman Mini Indonesia Indah or Beautiful Indonesia Miniature Park was built to be the showcase of Indonesia, in this park visitors will find many Indonesia natural & cultural richness such as unique replication of traditional houses (pavilion) from all around Indonesia, an Indonesia archipelago shaped lake and many other fascinating attraction. The park is an Ideal spot...

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Taman Safari (Safari Park)

If you like to observe wild animals like tigers, lions and crocodiles in their native habitat, then Taman Safari Indonesia is just for you. Taman Safari Indonesia or the Indonesian Safari Park is a conservation center as well as a modern zoological garden with If you like to observe wild animals like tigers,...

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Contest: Make Your Own Indonesia Trip !

Indonesia has hundreds of destinations to explore and tons of activities to experience. Indonesia.travel has only covered a tiny fraction of them. And travelers keep coming up with new interesting stories about their trips to Indonesia on The Net.Enter Indonesia.travel's Trip Planner (BETA); the site's newest feature for travelers to share your travel plans and stories. As...

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Don't Miss The December Rain in Jakarta

For this is Rain with a capital R. Jeong "Rain" Ji-hoon (born June 25, 1982), the South Korean pop singer, dancer, model, actor and designer is coming to Indonesia.As part of the Korean popstar's Asia Tour "Legend of Rainism", Rain will hold a concert in Jakarta on December 3rd. The venue at JITEC Mangga Dua will feature several huge LCDs to show the synchronized performances...

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The Sumba Culture: Fascinating, Mysterious

Writer and photographer Alessandro Gandolfi looks into the culture of this Indonesian island that bursts with spirit."The ratu? He's sitting over there, trying to figure out if this will be a nice funeral," says a solemn onlooker.Lying on the bloodied ground are a dozen disembowelled hens, and like an Etruscan haruspex, the elderly ratu – the great priest – solemnly explains...

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Tanah Lot A Balinese Landmark

Text and Photos by Taufik DarusmanOne of the most important must-visit places in Bali is Tanah Lot, a temple perched on a large offshore rock shaped relentessly over the years by the ocean tide.Visitors gather in preparation to view the sunset at Tanah Lot.Visitors to Tanah Lot in the afternoon get a double visual treat: a view of a temple built in the 15th century and a stunning...

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Nikko Hotel Jakarta, the japenese hotel in Jakarta

Nikko Hotel Jakarta surrounds you with the gracious service and thoughful amenities that help make the most of every stay. Free shuttle service to and from Hotel Nikko Jakarta to Menara BCA Grand Indonesia every Monday until Fridays.When it's time to dine, enjoy a delicious meal in one of Nikko Hotel Jakarta six restaurants and lounges. Savour the hotel superb range of exquisite...

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