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GREAT MOMENTS News & trends from the worlds largest archipelago | SERVICE Travel know-how &
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I N D O N E
I N D I A N O C E A N
S o u t h C h i n a S e a
Java Sea
Equator
Sulawes
Selat Sunda
Borobudur
Mak
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SelatKarimata
Java
Bali
Lombok
MentawaiIslands
Flor
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Komodo Islands
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M A L A Y S I A
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Denpassar
Pekanbaru
Medan
JAKARTA
Palembang
BandungSurabaya
Yogyakarta
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Balikpapan
Nias
Samarinda
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SumatraKalimantanPadang
Togian
Taka Bone RateNational Park
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Sumatra: Blue mountain lakes
amidst lush vegetation, page 11
Riau Islands: Paradise not
only for divers, page 9
Kalimantan: Rainforest
traditions, page 10
Jakarta: Vibrant
life, page 7
Indones
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S I A
P A C I F I C O C E A N
Banda Sea
Arafura Sea
Timor Sea
MoluccaSea
imor
West Papua
Manokwari
Sorong
Bunaken
Lembe
Biak
Yapen
R a j a A m p a t I s l a n d s
P H I L I P P I N E S
A U S T R A L I A
PAPUA
NEW
GUINEA
E A S T T I M O R
Jayapura
Manado
Wamena
M a l u ku( M o l u c c a s )
Panorama
News, tips & trends
Highlights
The worlds largest archipelagoboasts a divine diversity
Events
Sports, fun and music 1
Service
Travel know-how Indonesia 1
CONTENTS
Nusa Tenggara: Volcanoes and
secluded beaches, page 9Java: Mystic temples, stunning
nature, page 6
Bali: Action fun on the Island
of the Gods, page 8
Sulawesi: Lush greenery,
legendary dive sites, page 12
est Papua: Culturally inspired
wilderness adventures, page 12
Archipelago
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Its breathtaking natural scenery is one of the reasons for why Indonesia re-ceives growing attention from international movie producers. Large parts othe blockbuster Eat, Pray, Love (2010) starring Julia Roberts were lmedon Bali. Of course fans are now able to take tours of the locations where the
movie was shot. Apart from palm groves, rice elds, picture-perfect beacheand mystic temples the artists colony of Ubud at the heart of the island, thBatur volcano and the mountain village of Tenganan served as backdrop forthe praised production. The thriller The Philosophers by John Hudd-les, scheduled to premier at theaters in 2012, is another lm predominantlyproduced in Indonesia. In this case, Jakarta, Belitung, Bromo and Jogyakarwill get their big Hollywood moments.
Indonesia is home to a total of seven worldheritage sites with four being located on
Java alone. The Unesco has awardedthe world heritage title to the Borobudurtemple and to the Prambanan temple(see photo) as well as to the excavationsite ofSangiran, where one million year
old Homo Erectus skullswere found. UjungKulon National Park
on Java is a worldnatural heritage. FurtherUnesco treasures areKomodo National
Park and the Lorentz
National Park in WestPapua with its snowcovered mountains andtropical marine areas.Also included are Tro-
pical Rainforest Heritage of Sumatra:National Parks of Gunung Leuser, KerinciSeblat and Bukit Barisan Selatan.
A touch of HollywoodIndonesias dazzling and diverse nature and cultural heritageprovides setting for moving productions.
Authentic coffeeThe most expensive and most unusualcoffee comes from Indonesia. A singlecup of this delicacy costs nearly 15 euros,one kilo is sold at a price of 1,000 euros.Kopi Luwak beans are hand selected inSumatra, Sulawesi or Java and harvested
by civets that primarily feed off the coffeeplants. After having passed through thecivets digestive tract, the coffee beanscome out fairly intact. The resulting coffeeis said to taste like no other; heavy andrich, with hints of caramel or chocolate.
News Ticker
Restored Borobudur, the
worlds largest Buddhist temple
two hours north of Yogyakarta
on Java, was partly closed
after a volcanic eruption in
2010 and is now again fully
open to the public.
Lombok direct The Lombok
International Airport is now able
to handle wide body aircraft
such as the A330 and the Boe-
ing 767, just in time for the Visit
Lombok-Sumbawa Year 2012.
ITB 2013 Indonesia is securing
international attention by
presenting itself 2013 in Berlin
as ITB partner destination.
Champion The tranquil town of
Ubud on Bali was named one of
the top 25 destinations in Asia
in the Trip Advisors Travelers
Choice Awards 2011. The
island Gili Trawangan between
Bali and Lombok came in 7th
among Asias top 10 beaches.
More visitors During the rst
ve months of 2011 Bali recor-
ded a 6.61 percent increase in
visitors over the previous year.
Short trip For 10 US dollars a
new seven-day-visa is available
for the Riau Islands of Batam
and Bintan near Singapore. The
islands feature various luxury
resorts. A standard, 30-day
tourist visa is 25 US Dollars.
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Komodo Islands primeval speciesA in its very sense origi-nal attraction at the Ko-modo National Park eastof Lombok is the Komododragon, a member of themonitor lizard family. They
are only found in this partof the world, can reach upto three meters in lengthand as much as 170 kilo-grams while becoming animpressive 110 years old.The islands of Padar, Rincaand Komodo, also knownas Komodo
Islands, are home to around 5,700 Komodo dragons, carnivores that feedoff goats, roe, pigs and carrion. Their name originates from the species slightresemblance to dragons with their long tails and split tongues. Komododragons are considered a blessing for evolutionary science and helped the
national park receive the Unesco world natural heritage title.
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The countrys cuisine is just ascolorful and diverse as theroughly 17,500 islands Indonesiacomprises. There is just onesimple rule: No meal without rice.Often tasty Nasi Goreng isserved for breakfast, and the friedrice dish was voted number twoamong the worlds 50 mostdelicious food in a pollingconducted by CNN involving35,000 participants. The gold
medal went to Rendang (seeleft photo) from West Sumatra. Itwasnt for nothing that the spicybeef simmered in a mix of chili,spices and coconut paste receivedthe title as tastiest dish worldwide.Number fourteen on that hit listis Satay (see right photo), thatmarinated, skewered and grilledmeat dish served up with peanutsauce, another Indonesian culinary
trademark.
Up for a culinary feast?Is there anything better than enjoying a good meal?In Indonesia theres more than plenty.
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Asias ellness-
capital: BaliThe renowned Asia Spa Magazineannually presents the most coveted
award in the Asian spa scene and
regularly names Bali top of the list in
various categories. As was the case in
2010 when the dream island destinatio
once again received the title Asian
Spa Capital of the Year. Also among
the winners at the Asia Spa Award
ceremony in Hong Kong were the
following Bali spa institutions:
Most innovative spa: The Spa atThe Edge (Pecatu)
Spa design: Oazia Spa (Canggu)
Eco-spa: Spa Alila, Alila (Uluwatu)
Spa personality: Susan Stein with
the Jari Menari (Nusa Dua)
Therapist team: Jari Menari
(Nusa Dua)
The Spa at The Edge: Asias most innovative sp
enthroned on a cliff in the village of Pecatu.
The Oazia Spa in Canggu is famous
for its spectacular design.
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HIGHLIGHTS
Unity in diversityWorld famous temples and ancient tradition, picture-perfect beaches and steamingrainforests, soaring volcanoes and stunning coral reefs: Indonesia is truly inspirationalNo matter if you are up for a luxury- or a Robinson Crusoe-style vacation.
Mystic: Borobudur is the wo
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With a population of 9.5 million, it is the most
populous city in Indonesia and Southeast Asia.
Founded in the 4th century, Jakartas former
history presents itself in Old town Batavia,known as Kota, where splendid buildings such
as the historical Museum Sejarah Jakarta or
the old port Sunda Kelapa are located. Other
highlights include the majestic Istiqlal Mosque
known as the largest house of prayer in Southeas
Asia with room for up to 120,000 people, and the
nearby 100 years old Jakarta Cathedral as on
of the most graceful historical buildings in the
city. The unique Taman Mini Indonesia Indah
is a whole country in one park with full-scale
traditional houses and displays of handicrafts and
clothing for each of Indonesias provinces, and
even a mini-scale Borobudur temple. For sport
lovers, Jakarta boasts some of the best-value
golf in Asia, with 38 courses within and around
the city, while fans of diving and wind surng can
enjoy Kepulauan Seribu (Thousand Islands) in
Java Sea. Metropolitan Jakarta has more than ten
major shopping malls, a great nightlife scene wit
excellent restaurants, upscale bars and glamou-
rous clubs featuring international DJs, live music
and karaoke lounges.
Jakarta
The nations melting pot
Volcanic cones with collars of rainforest area, rice elds in a
luscious green, quaint villages and vibrant cities such as
Jakarta, Bandung or Surabaya, ancient temples and contem-
porary mosques, traditional handicraft and high-tech industrial
plants, traveling hawkers and modern-day shopping malls,
overloaded handcarts and luxury cars Java offers an
intriguing mix of contrasts.
The key attractions the giant temples of Borobudur and
Prambanan are located almost right at the center of the
nearly 1,000 km long island. The 1,200 year old Borobudur,
rediscovered in 1814 by Thomas Stamford Rafes underneath
a layer of dirt and plants, is the worlds largest Buddhist mo-
nument and a Unesco World Heritage Site; just as the no less
imposing Hindu temple of Prambanan. And only a stones throw
away stands the Candi Sewu, another 1,200 year old temple
complex with an impressive 240 shrines representing the form
of a mandala.
Yogyakarta is renowned as a centre of classical Java-nese
ne art and culture such as batik, ballet, drama, music,
poetry, and puppet shows and being one of the oldest cities in
Indonesia. The number one must-see attraction is Sri Sultan
Hamengkubuwonos palace, better known as Kraton Ngayog-
yakarta Hadiningrat. Other heritage buildings from colonial era
are all located near Sultans palace.
In the northern part of Central Java there is Semarang city,
with several attractive sites: Sam Po Kong Temple (Gedong
Batu) built in honor of Chinese Great Admiral Zheng He, Blen-
duk Church built in 1753 and Lawang Sewu Building. Semaran
has its own charm with contrasting Dutch colonial architectur
Chinese heritage and Javanese culture.
A must see for nature lovers is Mount Bromo, a popular
destination in East Java. This 2,392 meter high volcano lies
112 kilometres southeast of Surabaya. The ideal time to visit
Mount Bromo is in the dry season, when you have best chan-
ces of seeing a beautiful sunrise. From Bromos peak visitors
can enjoy stunning views of active Gunung Semeru, Javas
highest mountain. Getting there: The main airports are
located in Jakarta, Bandung, Yogyakarta, Solo, and Surabaya
Java Island
Heritage and culture
Rich in contrast: In Jakarta a vibrant modern
world meets traces of the colonial era.
Historical treasure:
Jakarta Cathedral.
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HIGHLIGHTS
Picture-perfect Bali thats endless palm lined sand beaches
and idyllic coves, for example in Kuta, Legian, Seminyak
or Nusa Dua, plus dive sites such as Pulau Menjangan, Tulam-ben, Candi Dasa or Lovina. Not to forget the tropical rain
forests, the towering volcanic cones with peaks at 3,000
meters, and the luscious green rice terraces built into the
hillsides thats Bali, too.
First and foremost, though, this heaven for lovers of the
sun and the sea is known for its hospitality and compelling
culture. The natives refer to Bali as Island of the Gods.
More than 20,000 temples, countless shrines and pagodas,
mystic trance dance rituals, colorful ceremonies, and graceful
temple dancers illustrate how that name came about. Temples
such as Pura Tanah Lot, which sits enthroned atop a rock
formation jutting out into the ocean, and Pura Besakih are
considered two of the biggest attractions.
Balis cultural center is located in Ubud, an artists and
writers haven. Nearby in Gianyar the Bali Safari Marine
Park is home to hundreds of amazing animals such as tigers,
leopards and Komodo dragons. A special attraction of the
park is the Bali Agung Show featuring 150 dancers and more
than 30 animals including ten elephants. Getting there:
International travelers may choose from various direct ights
serving the Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar.
Bali
Island of the Gods
Artistic farming:
staircase-shaped rice terraces.
Prayer with ocean view: the famous
Pura Tanah Lot temple on Bali.
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Nusa Tenggara
Quiet beaches, amazing volcanoes
Between Bali and Timor Leste
stretches Nusa Tenggara, a
group of 550 islands, the lar-
gest being Lombok, Sumbawa,
Flores and Timor. Lombok
with its endless beaches is a
paradise for sun worshippers
and more quiet than its famous
sister Bali.
The most important beach
resort is called Senggigi Beach.
Divers and snorkelers get their
moneys worth in the colorful
underwater world off Lomboks
coast, around the Gili Islands,
namely Gili Trawangan, Gili Air
and Gili Meno. Not to forget the
snow-white deserted beaches
there. Nature lovers will be in
seventh heaven once they get
to the mountains of Lombok
featuring extensive forests,
untamed water falls, vibrant rice
elds and quaint villages.
Also on Lombok, avid hikers
even have a chance to climb
Mount Rinjani, at 3,726
meters Indonesias highest
volcano, and descend down to
the crater lake.
Neighboring island of Sumba
wa most distinguishing featur
are Saleh Bay and the Tambora
Peninsula with Mount Tambora
(2,851 metres).
The islands of Komodo and Ri
ca are located east of Sumbaw
They form part of the Komod
National Park, a Unesco wor
natural heritage site. Last but
not least, Flores is known for
its crater lakes, bamboo forest
and savannas as well as for
its strong traditions. Getting
there: Lombok can be reached
by air via Jakarta or Singapore
all other islands are accessible
by boat from Lombok.
The 3,200 island archipelago off the coast of
Sumatra is ideal for leisurely exploration of
an old fashioned island way of life. Pristine
beaches fringe the exposed coasts on the east
and west sides of the island. Countless coral
reefs are ideal for snorkeling or diving. Popular
spots are the reefs off Tokong Malangbiru, the
sunken Acasta Rock and various wrecks. A
natural spectacle brings Tambelan Island into
focus with thousand turtles laying their eggs
there year after year.
Bintan is the largest island and Batam has
the biggest population (600,000 people). Both
islands offer superb international golf resorts.
Getting there: Numerous domestic ights
start from Hang Nadim Airport on Batam.
Alternatively, there are regular connections for
example from Singapore or Kuala Lumpur.
Riau Islands
Heaven for free spirits
Idyllic beach life: on Balis
neighbor island Lombok.
Robinson Crusoe charm: The Riau Islands
are perfect to get away from it all.
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HIGHLIGHTS
Equatorial evergreen rainforests, steaming marshland and
mountains rising up to 2,000 meters dominate Kalimantan,
the Indonesian part of Borneo, the worlds third biggest is-
land. A dense network of small and large rivers crisscrosses
the jungle, which is why the unspoilt island is best explored
by river bus. The 700,000 strong metropolis of Samarinda
makes for an ideal starting point for a cruise on the largest
river in the province, the Mahakam.
50 kilometers upriver, in Tenggarong, the Mulawarman
Museum offers an insight into the culture of the islands
indigenous people, the Dayak. Their trademarks are large
earrings and distinctive tattoos. The Erau Festival, which
takes place in Tenggarong annually at the end of September,
provides a rst-hand impression of their colorful traditional
costumes, dances and handicraft. Traditional longhouses
are where the Dayaks live. Visitors can get a chance to take
a close-up look at these typical homes and to enjoy a truly
authentic experience by spending the night in a longhouse.
Nature highlights include the forest of orchids near
Melak, a few kilometers further down the river, and the
frolicking river dolphins in the lakes around Muara
Muntai. Considered virtually a must is a detour to the
Tanjung Puting National Park in Central Kalimantan
featuring orangutans, proboscis monkeys, ying dragons
and crocodiles.
An attraction for divers in East Kalimantan is Derawan
Islands featuring 872 species of reef shes, 507 species
of coral, and invertebrates, including protected species. And
Kakaban Island offers the worlds largest and most diverse
jellysh lake.
A fascinating sight promises the hustle and bustle in the city
of Banjarmasin in southern Kalimantan. It is crisscrossed
by a dense network of rivers and channels serving as trafc
arteries and as shopping streets. Highlight: the oating
markets of Kuin. Getting there: Direct ights from Jakarta
serve Samarinda and Banjarmasin.
Kalimantan
Rainforest adventure meets exotic culture
Close to nature: the indigenous
people of the Kalimantana rainforests.
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1,700 uninterrupted kilometers
of mountain ranges: The massive
Bukit Barisan consists of towering
peaks as high as 3,800 meters. The
mountain range runs throughout
the western part of Sumatra. It is
shrouded in dense jungle cover and
boasts numerous volcanic cones,
crater lakes, hot springs and
untamed rivers.
With the Gunung Leuser National
Park up north and the Kerinci
Seblat National Park in the mid-west Sumatras spinal region
features an impressive two
Unesco world natural heritage
sites providing a habitat for endan-
gered wildlife such as Sumatran
elephants, tigers, Sumatran rhinos
and orangutans.
And at an altitude of 500 to 700
meters grows a plant second
to none: During the months of
December and January the Rafesia
arnoldii produces owers with a
diameter of up to one meter.
Lake Toba is considered another
gem among North Sumatras
natural treasures. It is 500 meters
at its deepest point, twice the
size of Lake Constance in German
and lined by four impressive
volcanic cones.
Worth seeing is the highland
region with cooler weather around
Bukittinggi, West Sumatra.
Deeply carved valleys with wildgorges such as the Sianok Canyon
partly active volcanoes, mountain
lakes like Lake Maninjau colored
in shades of green and blue, and
fertile plains make the area one of
the most appealing destinations
in Sumatra. Bukittinggi is also the
cultural center of the Minang-
kabau, where matrilineal system
is practiced. Getting there: By a
via Padang, Medan and Jakarta.
Sumatra
ild west treasures
Precious: Sumatras national
parks are home to orangutans.
Natural beauty: Lake Toba
in North Sumatra.
orld record:A Raffesia
fower can grow up to one meter.
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HIGHLIGHTS
Culture buffs rave about Sulawesi just as
much as nature lovers do. Particularly rich in
attractions is the northern part of the island.
At the Bunaken National Marine Park for
example divers explore steep fringing
reefs and caves, nding themselvessurrounded by enormous sh. Vast expan-
ses of rain forest such as the Tangkoko-
Batuangus Dua Saudara nature reserve
provide a habitat for rare animal species
including the Buru babirusa, the tarsier and
the Anoa, also known as dwarf buffalo.
Lake Tondano on the Minahasa Peninsula
is a true gem as well, especially in the wee
hours of the morning when dense wafts of
mist on the water and the surrounding jungle
area create a magic atmosphere. The native
Minahasa people still performs ancientwar dances and plays music on instruments
made from seashells. In Sawangan visitors
will nd stone graves from the Minaha-
sa, some of them as old as 3,000 years
featuring prism shaped stone lids.
Cultural treasures also draw tourists to the
Tana Toraja, a high valley at the heart
of Sulawesi. Living amidst steep mountains
covered with rice terraces, cocoa and coffe
plantations the Toraja managed to
preserve parts of their ancient traditions.
Most famous are the wooden houses withroofs shaped in a sweeping curved arc
reminiscent of hulls, the elaborate burial
rituals, and the cliff graves. Getting there
by air via Jakarta as well as other domestic
and international ights from Singapore
or Malaysia.
Sulawesi
Beautiful reefs
With more than 1,200 species of sh and 75 percent of
all known species of corals, the Raja Ampat archipe-
lago off the coast of West Papua ranges among the most
magnicent dive spots on the globe. Yet, Eastern Indonesialso offers quite a spectacular experience above water: It
boasts the densest jungle in the world, and the 4,884 mete
Puncak Jaya provides a challenge for the avid hiker.
Beyond its coastline West Papua holds a series of unspoilt
treasures: Visitors are for example intrigued by the Baliem
Valley in the Jayawijaya Mountains and especially by the
lifestyle of its native people, the Dani tribes. Many of them
still live in traditional circular-plan villages surrounded by
clay walls, whereas the war dances are nowadays perform
completely naked except for a penis gourd and feathers
solely for tourists. Getting there: Flights to Sorong, Biak
Jayapura and Timika are available from Jakarta and Bali.
West Papua
Immerse yourself in paradise
Tribal culture: at the Lembah
Baliem Festival in August.
Treasure chest: The underwater world off
est Papua is extremely diverse.
Hotspot for divers: Bunaken Island
off the coast of North Sulawesi.
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EVENTS
Bali alone offers more than 200
annual events ranging from templeanniversary celebrations to solemn
cremation ceremonies. Ubud Writers
Festival (October), Bali Spirit Festival
(April) and Bali International Kite
(June) are some of the international
highlight events held in Bali. For two
decades now the Lembah Baliem
Festival (August) has been taking
place in Wamena, West Papua. The
main feature is the mock-war between
the Dani, the Yaliu and the Lani tribes.The Asmat Cultural Festival (October)
on Papua highlights the wood carving
art of the Asmat tribe, expressed in
ornate masks and shields. Not to
forget the other forms of handicrafts
such as weaving, yarning and boating,
which are also showcased at the
festival.
Tomohon in Sulawesi presents its
Flower Festival (June/July) with a
parade of decorative ower oats
including the crowning of the Queen
of Flowers. Sail Wakatobi (July-August)is one sailing event that you dont
want to miss in Sulawesi. Kalimantan
has Cap Go Meh (February) festival
celebrating Chinese culture.
Cosmopolitan Jakarta offers Jakarta
Great Sale (June-July), where the city
will become a center for shopaholics
from the entire region, Inacraft trade
fair for Indonesian arts and crafts is
held every April.
Music lovers get their moneys worth
during the International Jazz Festi-val (March) with top acts like Bobby
McFerrin or at the Java Soulnation
Festival (September) starring both
local and international acts like singe
Sophie Ellis-Bextor or rapper Nelly.
Sports enthusiasts will get their shar
of major annual competitions in
Indonesia, among them the interna-
tional Sabang Regatta (September),
where sailing boats in all classes mee
to challenge each other in the battleagainst the wind and the waves off
the coast of Sumatra.
Top golfers from around the world
travel to the renowned Royale Jakart
Golf Club for the Indonesian Masters
(April), while the Tour de Singkarak
in June, known as one of Asias top
bicycle races, leads the cyclists
740 kilometres through the natural
beauties of Sumatra.
Sports, fun and musicFrom folklore to jazz and sports competitions: Indonesia boasts a year-round series of colorful and cheerful traditional celebrations, complemented
by numerous modern top-class events.
The Tour de Singkarak leads
740 kilometres through Sumatra.
Sophie Ellis-Bextor at the Java
Soulnation Festival in Jakarta.
Onto the green: the Indonesian
Masters in Jakarta.
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SERVICE
English Indonesian
Good morning Selamat pagi
Good day Selamat siang
Good afternoon Selamat sore
Good evening Selamat malam
Good-bye Selamat tinggalSee you later Sampai jumpa lagi
How are you? Apa kabar?
How much is it? Berapa harganya?
Please (help) Tolong
Please (offering) Silahkan
Thank you Terima kasih
Sorry/Excuse me Maaf
Yes Ya
No Tidak
What is your name? Siapa nama anda?
Where are you from? Dari mana?
Do you speak English? Bisa bicara bahasa
Inggris?
I dont understand Saya tidak mengerti
When? Kapan?
Where? Dimana?
Left Kiri
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Men/Male Laki-laki/Pria
Women/Female Perempuan/Wania
os & ontsWhat to do
Take off shoes before entering
a religious site. Cover shoulders
and legs.
Swimwear is for the beach and
the hotel pool only.
Always treat older persons with
the highest respect.
When giving or taking, always
use your right hand.
Always ask Indonesian peoplebefore you take pictures of them
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Hrs. of daily sunshine 4 5 6 7 7 7 7 8 8 7 6 5
ays of rain/month 18 17 15 11 9 7 5 4 5 8 12 14
Climate Bali Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov ec
aytime temp. in C 30 30 31 32 31 31 31 31 31 32 31 31
ater temp. in C 28 28 28 29 28 28 27 27 27 27 28 28
Hrs. of daily sunshine 9 10 10 10 9 9 9 10 11 10 10 10
ays of rain/month 12 10 7 4 3 3 3 3 2 3 5 10
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Mini dictionary
Quicker Visa-upon-arrival for touristsA Visa can be obtained directly at
certain airports and seaports inIndonesia regardless of the purposeof the visit (business, tourist, social).The maximum stay permitted for theVisa-upon-arrival is 30 days.Good to know: If travellers plan tostay longer, the Visa can be exten-ded for another 30 days.
Visa for a stay up to 30 days:
US-$ 25,- Extention of stay for up to 30
days: US-$ 25,-
Dont forget to carry your passport o
your identity proof with you.
... and what not
Importing and exporting of drugs
is punished severely.
Public displays of affection such
as kissing or caressing are not
encouraged.
Never touch a persons head, neveruse your nger to point at a person.
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FVW Mediengruppe / Indonesia 1
Masthead
Indonesia is distributed as a supplement
to TravelTalk 48/2011 and fvw 24/2011
Issued by The Ministry of Culture and Tourism
Republic of Indonesia
A publication by FVW Mediengruppe Corporate
Publishing, Hamburg. www.fvw-mediengruppe.de
Editor-in-chief Holger M. Jacobs,
Editors Mike Liem, Henny Metzendorf,
Text Karsten-Thilo Raab, esign Marion Schult,
Translation Monika Angermeier
Business hours Shops 9 a.m. -9 p.m., banks 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., somealso open on Sat (8 a.m. - 1 p.m.).Cash Cash is available with cashcards (Visa and Maestro) or credit
cards at numerous ATMs found inall major cities.Climate Tropical, hot and humid. Rainyseason from September through March,dry season from April through August.Average annual temperature: 27 C.Currency Rupiah (IDR). 1 EUR =12,300 IDR (as of November 2011).
Customs No specic regulations.
Dress code Breathable, light cottonclothing is recommended throughoutthe year. For mountain hikes packwarmer clothes.Entry regulations A passport that isvalid for six months, a proof (tickets) ofonward or return passage and a valid30-day tourist visa which is issued at theairport against a fee of 25 US-Dollars,are required.Flights International airports on everymain island. Most tourists arrive atJakartas Soekarno-Hatta International
Airport. Other popular internationalairports are in Denpasar (Bali), Yog-yakarta, Surabaya, Medan and Batam.Government Republic.Immunization Not required.
Internet access Available in mostmajor cities and at hotels.Islands A total of 17,508 islands.Inhabited: 6,044 islands.Language Indonesian (BahasaIndonesia) plus other local languagesand dialects. English is commonlyspoken.Major cities Capital city Jakarta(population of 10 mill.), Surabaya (5,6mill.), Medan (4 mill.).Population 237 million. The worldsfourth largest nation with over 30 major
ethnic groups.Religion Islam (88%), Christians (9%),Hinduism (2%), Buddhism (1%),other (1%).Rental cars Car rental agencies arelocated in all tourism areas. Aninternational drivers license is required.Note: left-hand trafc!
Safety Do not leave valuablesunattended; it is recommended to lockthem up in the hotel safe and to carryonly small amounts of cash.Size 1.9 million km. Length: 5,400 km.Coastline: 81,350 km.Tap water Not safe to drink.Telephoning Country code +62. Cell
phones can be used nearlyeverywhere contact your providerfor roaming fees.Time CET plus seven to nine hours(three time zones).Tipping At restaurants 5-10 % of thebill; hotel porters and room servicearound 5,000 Rp.
Topography Indonesias islands consistmainly of coastal lowlands, but alsohighlands. Some of the larger islands(like Sumatra and Java for example)have large interior mountains many ofthem volcanic with several crater lakes.Transportation Extensive domesticight route network (Garuda, Merpati,
Citilink, Lion Air, etc.), ferries, trains,taxis as well as express and night busservices.Vegetation Lush tropical ora and
fauna with large areas of rainforest.Voltage 220 volts/50 hertz, in ruralareas sometimes still 110 volts.An adapter is required.
Indonesia from A to Z
Garuda joins SkyTeamIn 2012 Garuda Indonesia becomes a member of the SkyTeam airline alliancwhich is why the Indonesian carrier is stocking up heavily on equipment andhas ordered four A-330-300 long-haul plus 25 A-320 medium-haul aircraft.Good to know: Since June of last year Garuda is back to offering daily ights
from Europe to Indonesia on the route Amsterdam via Dubai to Jakarta.
AN FURTHER QUESTIONS?
Ministry of Tourism and Creative
Economy Republic of Indonesia
Sapta Pesona Building
Medan Merdeka Barat No. 17
Jakarta 10110 Indonesia
www.indonesia.travel
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