Monday, November 23, 2009

Vacation Guide On The Island Of Batam, Indonesia

Very close to the coast of Singapore is the island of Batam. Batam's most famous for its beautiful beaches and sea, as well as seafood. Batam island is so close to Singapore, which makes people often come to Singapore for a weekend in Batam and this is why Batam become so popular.

Batam into second place after Bali as the most interesting places to visit. Government in Batam has done a variety of ways to Batam become more attractive for tourists. There are many golf courses and the Palm Garden which was built so that visitors can enjoy. May and September is a good season with the warm weather. Batam can be reached by air with flights from various airport in the world. The most widely used transportation is taxi, airport bus, and minibus or even a private car.

Various places that offer entertainment that is Nagoya, Nongsa, Hang Nadim, Batam Center, Kabil, Imra Monument, Waterworld, etc., filled with hotels, restaurants, mall, bar, theater, discos, music longue, a shopping plaza, etc.. Nagoya is a place full of life and grow as the heart of Batam. Here's easy for tourists to find shops that sell goods tax free.

Fly to Batam
Hang Nadim airport is the largest and most modern in Indonesia, and domestic flights to land here every day. Nongsa filled with resorts and golf courses. Cain is a port of water in which the various ships from various countries anchored. Here be rented speedboat.

Activities in Batam
Batam city center is planned as a puller for tourists from different places with different cultures. There is a beautiful Buddhist temple located in the middle of town. People come to enjoy the various activities held at the Cable Batam.Mereka enjoyed skiing, driving a go cart, Para-sailing, fishing, jet skiing, horseback riding, tennis, ultra light air craft, etc. joy flight. Diving and golf are favorite activities here. Holiday In in Batam has water sports facilities are amazing.

Food and Night life in Batam
Very active night life in urban areas. Discotheques and bars began to squirm as the sun sets. Places were filled by many people until late at night. Batam is very popular for tax-free shopping for all kinds of things that can be easily found and bought from this place. This is the most preferred place of shoppers who come from Indonesia.

Enjoyment dish Batam is very hard to forget that this place is famous for seafood. Various restaurants serve special menus there. The menu offers a variety of seafood Indonesia. Everyone will enjoy the visit in Batam there is something for everyone. For those who love adventure sports there are many activities that can be followed. For those who love the beauty of natural scenery can visit the beaches beautiful. Culinary lovers can find a favorite restaurant. The shopping enthusiast will find all sorts of things in plazas or malls.


Quick facts about Batam
Batam is only 20 kilometers away from Singapore and about 25 km from Johor Bahru in Malaysia. Batam is a special economic zone in Indonesia. Batam is the center of electronic factories and facilities for the oil service sector. Some foreigners living in Batam for work.

Most tourists come from around Singapore and the average drawn to the casino is illegal and prostitusi.Anda better go to other areas, such as neighbor Bintan or Batam is a comfortable provincial capital of Tanjung Pinang.

travel guide to Jakarta, capital of Indonesia

Indonesia's capital Jakarta, which is used as a special region and status as a province. As a place that is so important that Jakarta has a maximum security like a state economic center. Jakarta has a history associated with it. This town was first named "Jayakarta" which means "city of the great victory".

Soon after the Dutch took over this city and changed its name to "Batavia". Japan defeated the Dutch colonialists during World War II and return the name of this town as before as the "Jakarta". These names continue to be used as a reference for the Capital.

Jakarta is a densely populated city filled with skyscrapers, buildings, malls and equipment metropolis. The best time every year is the month of June when the climate there really comfortable. Jakarta has hotels with affordable price for many people to stay for the beginning or end of their journey. The city is not filled with disco but there are still some that can be found easily. Most of the tourists happy with the life of Jakarta but others do not like urban life and not enjoying his visit. Eastern and western parts of the city of Jakarta are best avoided by tourists because of this region revealed the extreme poverty, this region is filled with slums.

Golden Triangle Jakarta
City Center is part of the Golden Triangle area, this area includes General Sudirman and Jalan Jalan Thamrin, Jalan Gatot Subroto and Jalan Rasuna Said but the taxi driver to shorten its name to the 'Sudirman' is very helpful to tourists who find it difficult to remember long names, especially for foreign tongue.

Jakarta

Far northern city of Jakarta, we can see the best colonial structure. Then there is Putra World Trade Center Ancol. Park Entertainment is especially likes the children who seemed to enjoy fun time at Sea World. As well as for adults is very exciting to be there. Is the perfect place to spend some quality time with friends and family.

For all lovers of City, Jakarta will show the city population density. They will spend time in some parts of the city and several places of interest and shopping around. But for those who do not like the density of urban centers will not enjoy it. They need to make plans to avoid living in Jakarta. Maybe it's just a stop for the day or two days during the trip but not for a long visit.

Sunday, November 22, 2009

Yogyakarta, City Of Historical and Culture Heritage at Indonesia

Yogyakarta (some people call Yogyakarta, Jogjakarta, or Yogya) is a city famous for its historical and cultural heritage. Yogyakarta is the center of Mataram Kingdom (1575-1640), and until now there is the Palace (Palace) which is still functioning in the real sense. Yogyakarta also has many thousands of years old temple which is a relic of the kingdoms of antiquity, among them the Borobudur Temple was built in the 9th century by the dynasty Syailendra.

In addition to the cultural heritage, Yogyakarta has beautiful natural panorama. Green rice field surrounding countryside with Mount Merapi appeared as a backdrop. Beaches unspoiled easily found in the south of Jogja.

The people here live in peace and have a unique hospitality. Try to get around the city by bike, pedicab, or horse cart; you will find a sincere smile and warm greeting in every corner of the city. Without you realizing it, suddenly you will feel like being at home.

So was the atmosphere of art in Jogja. Malioboro, which is the artery of Jogja, flooded with handicrafts from all over. Street musicians were always ready to entertain visitors lesehan stalls.

Many people who have visited Yogyakarta to say that this city always makes miss. Have a look here, you'll understand why.

Transportation to Yogyakarta:
Railway
You may reach Yogyakarta by train from Jakarta, Bandung or Surabaya.

Bus
Yogyakarta can be reached by bus from Sumatra Island, Bali Island, and almost all cities in Java

Aircraft
Currently available direct flights Kuala Lumpur - Yogyakarta. Also available is a domestic flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, Denpasar, Yogyakarta, Balikpapan, Yogyakarta, and much more.