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Sunday, April 20, 2025

Asmaradhana Borobudur Tours

Asmaradhana Borobudur Tours together with JavaBali Trips

Asmaradhana Borobudur Tours is one of our tour company partners in Yogyakarta, while JavaBali Trips becomes the priority of the reliable intimate travel agent company in Indonesia. The white competition leads more professional among them in a quality service. We do understand if excellent services is above everything, together with secured guarantee.


An Excelent Service is a Value, it is not only a thematic and theory, but an implementation. The goal is good result, memorable and giving best recommendation to others. JavaBaliTrips under PT Java Bali Trip (Ltd.) has been trying to deliver the messages and giving excellent results.

Viking Venus Cruise Line to South East Asia

One of best Cruise Line Companies Viking Venus Cruise to South East Asia Countries

Leaving from: Hong Kong - 26-nights Viking Venus to Aasia

Hong Kong • South China Sea • Hanoi • Hue • South China Sea • Ho Chi Minh City • Gulf of Thailand • Koh Samui • Bangkok • Gulf of Thailand • Cruising • Kelang • Singapore • Cruising • JakartaSemarang • Surabaya • Bali


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Sail Date: Jan 2024
Cabin: Penthouse Veranda Stateroom

We had cruised with Viking once before on the Rhine River Cruise and loved it! We chose this cruise because of the ship size, the leisure travel itinerary and the final stop at Stonehenge. We were so happy with everything -- the greeting at the airport when we arrived, the cleanliness of the ship, the food, the service, the entertainment, the availability of relaxation opportunities -- seating areas, libraries, games, the tours available. We tried all of the dining options and couldn't have been more pleased. Afternoon tea was wonderful. We truly believe the crew is happy to serve you! They went out of their way with kindness and service. My husband had had knee surgery, and everyone was caring, helpful and patient with him. We felt pampered and couldn't have asked for a better vacation. We look forward to enjoying another trip with Viking as soon as our schedules will allow.

Cabin Review

Penthouse Veranda Stateroom

The cabin was spacious and very comfortable. The housekeepers kept it immaculate and well-stocked. We enjoyed the veranda very much when the weather cooperated.

The Ten Great Facts of Indonesia

Find out the Ten Great Facts of Indonesia

The 10 Great Facts of Indonesia, can be more! because of the uniqueness and various arts, cultures, natures and people. This can be the most unique country in the world, to visit and explore.

1. Indonesia is made up of 18,307 islands

This is according to an earlier survey in 2002 by National Institute of Aeronautics and Space (LAPAN). As climate change occurs and sea levels rise, many officials still debate the exact number. According to the CIA World Factbook, there are 17,508 islands in total. However, every one agrees that Indonesia’s unbelievable number of islands make up the earth’s largest archipelago. From palm-fringed tiny islets, to dense-jungle volcanoes reaching up from the frothy sea waters, you can always find surprises.



2. Home to over 100 endangered animals

According to Conservation International, Indonesia is one of the 17 “megadiverse” countries in the whole world. Known as the Lost World of Asia, Indonesia possesses a vast number of different species, and many found nowhere else. These increasingly rare, exotic and absolutely beautiful animals include Sumatran Tiger, Java & Sumatran Rhinoceros, Komodo Dragon, Orang-utans and Anoa (the smallest buffalo in the world). Although Indonesia only makes up 1% of the Earth’s land, but its rainforests are home to 10% of the entire world’s known plant species, 12% of all mammal species and 17% of all known bird species.

3. Only place to observe world’s largest lizard in wild

The Komodo Dragon is the largest species of lizard in the world. They are 3-meter long and can weigh up to 150lbs. With their toxic bites, huge stature and carnivorous diets, they can hunt and kill animals which are far bigger than them – even humans. However, this fierce and fearsome creature only exists on five islands of Indonesia – Komodo, Rinca, Flores, Gili Motang and Padar. 

4. You can visit 8 UNESCO World Sites in Indonesia

Indonesia has very unique culture and long history. The 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites are Borobudur Temple Compounds (Yogyakarta), Prambanan Temple Compounds (Yogyakarta), Komodo National Park (Flores), Tropical Rainforest Heritage of Sumatra (Sumatra), Ujung Kulon National Park (Banten), Cultural Landscape of Bali Province: the Subak System as a Manifestation of the Tri Hita Karana Philosophy (Bali), Sangiran Early Man Site (Solo) and Lorentz National Park (Papua).

5. The biggest Buddhist temple is located in Indonesia

The Borobudur Temple, located in Central Java, is the world’s largest Buddhist Temple. Constructed during the 9th century, it has 1,460 relief panels on the walls, which is the biggest and most complete collection of Buddhist reliefs on earth. The shrine with its 504 Buddha statues is also a place for Buddhist pilgrimage. Starting at the base, following a footpath around the temple, and climbing through levels represent Buddhist cosmology: The world of desire, the world of forms, and the world of formlessness. A tip: you should never miss the amazing sunrise view in this world heritage site.

6. Indonesia has 3rd most volcanoes in the world

Indonesia has 139 volcanoes, just behind US and Russia. Among these volcanoes, a base trip to the summit of Mount Bromo appears to sit on the edge of the world. The landscapes are spectacular and the region is home to the fascinating Hindu Tengger community. Indonesia is also the home to the largest natural volcanic lake on earth – Lake Toba. It is located inside northern Sumatra, simply enormous and has been measured to be roughly 500 metres deep, 100 kilometres long and 30 kilometres wide.

7. Indonesia has the tallest island peak on earth

The summit of Mount Jayawijaya – Puncak Jaya is the tallest island peak in Indonesia. This mountain is locate in the Papua Province, sits 4,884 metres above sea level. This is the only place you can see snow in Indonesia.

8. Indonesia has the 2nd longest coastline in the world

If you are a seaside lover, Indonesia would never disappoint you. With a staggering 54,716km, Indonesia’s coral-fringed, palm-tree edged coastline is the second longest coastline on earth, just behind Canada. 

9. The biggest flower in the world lives in Indonesia

Rafflesia Arnoldii is recorded as the largest individual flower on earth. This orangey, red, parasitic, five-petalled flower can grow up to 3 feet and weigh a hefty ten kilograms. It mostly grows in rainforests in Sumatra, very tricky to be found and only lasts a short few days after months of the bud developing. As it smell like decaying flesh, people also call it “Corpse Flower”.

10. Best of all – it’s super cheap!

According to The biennial World Economic Forum (WEF) Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report, Indonesia is the 5th best value of top 20 “price competitive” destinations. This means you can enjoy travelling to Indonesia with less budget and spend more time to discover more places!

Explore the Beauty of UjungKulon National Park

UjungKulon National Park  is one of the Forests Conservation in Indonesia

UjungKulon Tours creates the eco green activities in the conservation area, to be altogether watch cooperate with Indonesian Government. UjungKulon National Park covers an area of  122.956 hectare, which are 78.619 hectare's land and 44.337 hectare ocean. The Forest and Volnaoes become part of the conservation Park. The area is located in Sumur District of Pandeglang Regency, part of Banten province in Indonesia. It once included the volcanic island group of Krakatoa in Lampung province.

The area has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for "containing the largest remaining area of lowland rainforests in Java", and also for possessing the most threatened species of rhino, the Javan rhino. It was designated before its formation as a national park.

The park fully encompasses the Ujung Kulon peninsula, along with surrounding islands and the Gunung Honje mountain range.

Ujung Kulon is one of three national parks in Java housing a lowland rainforest ecosystem, together with Baluran and Alas Purwo National Park. It therefore possesses a somewhat similar ecosystem, despite being much wetter than the latter due to the Köppen-Geiger climate classification, the latter being found on East Java instead.

FLORA

175 species have been observed within the park, with 57 of them being protected, This includes mangroves (e.g. Sonneratia alba, Excoecaria agallocha, Rhizophora apiculata, Aegiceras corniculatum), coastal plants (e.g. Nypa fruticans, Calophyllum inophyllum, Terminalia catappa, Hibiscus tiliaceus, etc.), Figs (e.g. Ficus benjamina, Ficus deltoidea, Ficus racemosa, Ficus septica) and other lowland vegetation such as Oroxylum indicum, Melastoma malabathricum, Sterculia foetida, and Durio zibethinus. The park possesses three protected rare flora, namely Heritiera percoriacea, Vatica bantamensis, and Intsia bijuga. Rafflesia patma is also a notable species

FAUNA

Roughly 35 mammals species endemic to Java are found in the park, notably the banteng, silvery gibbon, Javan lutung, crab-eating macaque, Javan leopard, dhole, Java mouse-deer, Javan rusa, Sunda leopard cat and smooth-coated otter. There are 197 species of birds.

The Javan rhinoceros (Rhinoceros sondaicus), Javan rhinoSunda rhinoceros or lesser one-horned rhinoceros is a critically endangered member of the genus Rhinoceros, of the rhinoceros family, Rhinocerotidae, and one of the five remaining extant rhinoceros species across South Asia and Africa. The Javan rhinoceros is one of the smallest rhinoceros species, along with the Sumatran, or "hairy", rhinoceros. They are superficially similar to Indian rhinos, as they have plate-like, "armored" protective skin folds, but are slightly smaller, at just 3.1–3.2 m (10–10 ft) long and 1.4–1.7 m (4 ft 7 in – 5 ft 7 in) tall, on average. The heaviest specimens weigh around 2,300 kg (5,100 lb), similar to a black rhinoceros.





Friday, February 7, 2020

Visit Semarang

Landmark Of Semarang

Lawang Sewu ("Thousand Doors") is a landmark in Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia, built as the headquarters of the Dutch East Indies Railway Company. The colonial-era building is famous as a haunted house and filming location, though the Semarang city government has attempted to rebrand it.

Lawang Sewu building was built on February 27, 1904, under another name Het hoofdkantor van de Nederlands-Indische Spoorweg Maatschappij (NIS Head Office). Initially, office administration activities were carried out at Semarang Gudang Station (Samarang NIS), but with the rapid development of the rail network, resulting in an increase in technical personnel and administrative staff that was not small in line with the development of office administration. As a result, the NIS office at the Samarang NIS station is no longer sufficient. NIS's various solutions include renting several buildings owned by individuals as a temporary solution which adds to inefficiency. 



Moreover, the location of the Samarang NIS station is near the swamp so sanitation and health matters are an important consideration. Then, another alternative was proposed: establishing an administrative office in a new location. The choice fell to the land which at that time was on the edge of the city adjacent to the residence of the Resident. It is located at the end of Bodjongweg Semarang (now Jalan Pemuda), at the corner of Bodjongweg and Samarang Naar Kendalweg (the road to Kendal). NIS entrusted the design of the NIS headquarters building in Semarang to Prof. Jacob F. Klinkhamer (TH Delft) and B.J. Quendag, the architect who is domiciled in Amsterdam. The entire design process was carried out in the Netherlands, and then the drawings were taken to the city of Semarang. Seeing from the Lawang Sewu blueprint it is written that the site plan and floor plan of this building were drawn in Amsterdam in 1903. Similarly, the complete working drawings were made and signed in Amsterdam in 1903. [soucre: wikipedia]

Why Visit Indonesia

According to old stories, Indonesians are known as friendly people. Many foreign tourists after visiting Indonesia especially after visiting Yogyakarta said this. The friendly nature of the Indonesian people is a manifestation of the cultural values ​​that exist in society. Almost all cultures in Indonesia teach good manners and good behavior. The majority of Indonesian people themselves still uphold these values.

Appreciation as a friendly nation is not a figment. According to Pandji Pragiwaksono in his book Finding Indonesia, when compared to Singapore, the friendly nature will be very visible. According to him, it was very difficult to find a taxi driver there who smiled at the passengers.

But this reality also needs to be a reflection of the Indonesian people. The friendly attitude of the Indonesian people whether Indonesian people are very friendly and kind, or maybe the people of other countries are behaving poorly. So that it highlights the Indonesian people who are a little friendly

If indeed the Indonesian people are friendly people. So cultural elements like this need to be preserved and preserved. So that good values ​​continue to stick and become the nation's identity. The opposite applies, if there are unfavorable cultural elements, they need to be eliminated.


Besides being friendly, Indonesian people have a relaxed nature. They even tend to be relaxed. The life of the majority of Indonesians goes with a slow rhythm. There are still many Indonesian people who hold the principle of "everything can be arranged".

Pandji Pragiwaksono's message in his book is that Indonesians need to get to know their own culture. Describe the culture in words. Pay attention to the words that have been made, try to compare and look for words in English or other languages. If that unique word does not have an equivalent word from another language, it could be that culture is indeed in Indonesia.



Thursday, February 6, 2020

Prambanan Tample

Prambanan or Rara Jonggrang (Javanese: ꦫꦫꦗꦺꦴꦁꦒꦿꦁ, romanized: Rara Jonggrang) is a 9th-century Hindu temple compound in Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia, dedicated to the Trimūrti, the expression of God as the Creator (Brahma), the Preserver (Vishnu) and the Transformer (Shiva). The temple compound is located approximately 17 kilometers (11 mi) northeast of the city of Yogyakarta on the boundary between Central Java and Yogyakarta provinces.

The temple compound, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the largest Hindu temple site in Indonesia and the second-largest in Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its tall and pointed architecture, typical of Hindu architecture, and by the towering 47-meter-high (154 ft) central building inside a large complex of individual temples. Prambanan attracts many visitors from around the world. [source: Wikipedia]

Wednesday, February 5, 2020

Borobudur Tample

Borobudur or Barabudur (Indonesian: Candi Borobudur, Javanese: romanized: Candhi Barabudhur) is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist temple in Magelang Regency, not far from the town of Muntilan, in Central Java, Indonesia. It is the world's largest Buddhist temple. The temple consists of nine stacked platforms, six square and three circulars, topped by a central dome. It is decorated with 2,672 relief panels and 504 Buddha statues. The central dome is surrounded by 72 Buddha statues, each seated inside a perforated stupa.

Built-in the 9th century during the reign of the Sailendra Dynasty, the temple design follows Javanese Buddhist architecture, which blends the Indonesian indigenous cult of ancestor worship and the Buddhist concept of attaining Nirvana. The temple demonstrates the influences of Gupta art that reflects India's influence on the region, yet there are enough indigenous scenes and elements incorporated to make Borobudur uniquely Indonesian. The monument is a shrine to the Lord Buddha and a place for Buddhist pilgrimage. The pilgrim journey begins at the base of the monument and follows a path around the monument, ascending to the top through three levels symbolic of Buddhist cosmology: Kāmadhātu (the world of desire), Rūpadhātu (the world of forms) and Arūpadhātu (the world of formlessness). The monument guides pilgrims through an extensive system of stairways and corridors with 1,460 narrative relief panels on the walls and the balustrades. Borobudur has one of the largest and most complete ensembles of Buddhist reliefs in the world.

Evidence suggests that Borobudur was constructed in the 9th century and subsequently abandoned following the 14th-century decline of Hindu kingdoms in Java and the Javanese conversion to Islam. Worldwide knowledge of its existence was sparked in 1814 by Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles, then the British ruler of Java, who was advised of its location by native Indonesians. Borobudur has since been preserved through several restorations. The largest restoration project was undertaken between 1975 and 1982 by the Indonesian government and UNESCO, followed by the monument's listing as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Borobudur is the largest Buddhist temple in the world and ranks with Bagan in Myanmar and Angkor Wat in Cambodia as one of the great archeological sites o
f Southeast Asia. Borobudur remains popular for pilgrimage, with Buddhists in Indonesia celebrating Vesak Day at the monument. Borobudur is Indonesia's single most visited tourist attraction.
[sourse: Wikipedia]

Yogyakarta

The Special Region of Yogyakarta (Indonesian: Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, pronounced /ˌjɒɡjəˈkɑːrtə/) is a provincial-level autonomous region of Indonesia in the southern Java. It is bordered by the Indian Ocean to the south, as well as sharing all the land borders to the province of Central Java. Ruled by the Yogyakarta Sultanate, the region is the only officially recognized monarchy within the government of Indonesia. The city of Yogyakarta is the capital and the economic center of the region.

The Yogyakarta Sultanate has been established since 1755 and provided unwavering support for Indonesia's independence during the Indonesian National Revolution (1945–1949). As a first-level division in Indonesia, Yogyakarta is governed by Sultan Hamengkubuwono as the governor and Prince Paku Alam as the vice governor. With a land area of 3,185.8 km², it is the second-smallest province of Indonesia after Jakarta. [source: Wikipedia]


Monday, February 3, 2020

Indonesia Best Tourist Destinations

Make sure that Indonesia Best Tourist Destinations will be your holiday checklist. The Indonesian archipelago is a collection of islands that holds untold treasures in its diversity of cultures, landscapes, and cities. With nearly 13,500 islands under its jurisdiction, Indonesia offers an adventure for everyone, from exploring ancient temples and hiking active volcanoes to diving in largely untouched waters. You can wander the busy streets of Jakarta, or take a step back in time with a visit to the remote villages of Tana Toraja; indulge in the bliss of Bali, or come face to face with the volatile Anak Krakatau. Whatever you choose, the experience is sure to be one filled with awe and appreciation for a country as steeped in history and natural beauty like this one.

For many people, Bali means beautiful beaches. Arguably Indonesia's most popular vacation spot, Bali has a number of cultural landmarks and traditions that make a visit here worthwhile. But anyone who travels to Bali island is going to have warm sand and blue water on their mind, and the island doesn't disappoint. Kuta is the best-known beach and is great for those who like to combine sun, surfing, and socializing. Because of its popularity, you'll find no shortage of restaurants and activities here. If you're looking for something a little quieter and less crowded, Nusa Dua is still a beauty but draws fewer tourists. Sanur is the place to go for a little more culture as well as great water sports.

This ancient temple is one of the most famous and culturally significant landmarks in Indonesia. Borobudur temple was built in the 8th century and constructed in the shape of a traditional Buddhist mandala. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is considered one of the greatest Buddhist sites in the world. The massive temple was forgotten for centuries when it is believed that much of the population moved to eastern Java due to volcanic eruptions. But it was rediscovered in the 1800s and, today is one of the main draws in Java. Visit at sunrise for a torch-light climb up the temple and for the breathtaking experience of watching as the complex is bathed in sunlight. Borobudur temple lies near Yogyakarta, an old Javanese city known for its rich cultural and historical offerings.

3. Tanjung Puting, Borneo
No trip to Indonesia would be complete without seeing some orangutans, and Borneo is a great place to visit these beautiful and endangered creatures. Though orangutans still live in the wild, several sanctuaries rescue and protect orangutans as land development infringes on their natural habitat. Tanjung Puting National Park in Kalimantan, Borneo, is home to the largest orangutan population in the world, as well as other primates, birds, and reptiles. If you don't make it to Borneo, you can also see orangutans at the Bohorok Orangutan Centre in Bukit Lawang, a tourism village in the Sumatran jungle.

4. Gili Island, Lombok
The Gili Islands are a major draw in Lombok, which has risen in popularity among backpackers and tourists in recent years. These picturesque islands offer beaches that rival those of Bali in their beauty, as well as opportunities for diving and even snorkeling at a turtle sanctuary. If you're looking for more turtle action, you can check out a turtle hatchery where hundreds of these creatures are born each year. Kayaking is also popular in the Gilis, and if you're seeking a place to reconnect with your mind and body, you will find several options for yoga classes. The Gili Islands provide a more relaxed, though still stimulating, the alternative to popular Bali.

5. Komodo National Park
Who hasn't dreamed of seeing a dragon at least once in their life? The komodos of Indonesia are no mythical creatures, however, they are fierce and deadly animals. Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, encompasses five main islands and a number of smaller ones, as well as the surrounding marine areas. The waters off these islands are some of the richest and most diverse in the world. The komodo dragons are the stars of the show on any visit to the park, but visitors can also hike, snorkel, go canoeing, or visit small villages on the islands. Visitors must arrive by boat, and there is an entrance fee plus additional costs for transportation, guide services, and other activities.

6. Bromo & Ijen Craters National Park
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Monday, May 1, 2017

Guest House List Yogyakarta

Best Guest House Yogyakarta

A Guesthouse to stay at for families closed to famous universities such as UIN, UNY, Atmajaya, and Sanata Dharma. Pavilion guest house accommodates 4 guests, 2 bedroom(s), 2 bathroom(s)
Address: Jl. Merak 11 Papringan Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Address: Jl. Alpukat 3, Perum D'Jogja Residence, Condongcatur, Depok, Sleman, Yogyakarta
This rent house with 3 rooms for 9 people is located near Jogja's big campuses, JIH Hospital, and the Hartono Mall

The Guesthouse with 3 AC bedrooms, hot shower bathroom, and a carport for 2 cars.
Address: Perumahan Manggala Asri No.7 Bedok Selokan Mataram, Ring Road Barat

4. UNO GUEST HOUSE
Uno Guest House offers various facilities to improve comfort, from AC, LCD TV, paid TV, Wi-Fi, water heater to laundry service at an additional charge. A security guard standing by 24 hours is also ready should you ever need anything

5. ALLAORA GUEST HOUSE
It has 3 beautiful rooms, the rent house is the best choice for families with teenage children.
Address: Jl. Sorowajan Baru, Gg Muria, Perumahan Ambarukmo Green Valley No. 4, Sleman, Yogyakarta

6. KENARI GUEST HOUSE
Address: Jl. Sakura, Ngaglik, Sleman, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, 55581
Spacious rooms built for those traveling with their family and/or friends. The nDalem Sekar Jagad can accommodate up to 4 pax and is recommended for those traveling on a budget.


Saturday, April 15, 2017

Air Asia opens flights to Tokyo

AirAsia Leading Airline Company

AirAsia is one most developing airline companies in Asia, has been expanding the service and products. Indonesia AirAsia X based in Denpasar, Bali opens the market for East Asia which will release the flight's route to Tokyo Narita, Japan. This new route will hope to boost the tourists to and from Japan.

AirAsia X company announces that the flights from Denpasar, Bali will open to the public four times a week with Boeing A330-300.

This program is agreed upon and acknowledged by the ministry of transportation on 16 March 2017. The ministry of tourism has also agreed and supported this new route.

"We (Indonesian Government) is really appreciated and thankful to the ministers of transportation, infrastructure, defense and tourism from both Indonesia and Japan," said Dendy Kurniawan, President Director of AirAsia Indonesia in the conference press. 

The Most connected Airport in Asia Pacific

Soekarno Hatta International Airport
Soekarno Hatta International Airport, Jakarta has been named the most connected airports in the Asia Pacific region. This is according to a report issued by the OAG data center air transport. OAG is a global provider of digital flight information and provides accurate, timely and actionable information and applications across the travel sector to the world’s airlines, airports, government agencies, aircraft manufacturers, consultancies and travel-related companies.

OAG handles more than 52 million records of flight status updates per year, processes 1.4 billion requests and continues to deliver in excess of 35 million dynamic flight status updates daily.

In a report entitled Megahbus Index 2015, Soekarno-Hatta able to rank first with a connectivity index value of 566. This figure far exceeded the major airports in the Asia-Pacific region such as Japan's Haneda Airport and Changi in Singapore.

Meanwhile, Soekarno Hatta able to rank seventh in the top 50 list of the most connected airports in the world. This assessment is based on the number of connections available and the number of destinations served at an airport.

Jakarta Soekarno Hatta Airport is expected to connect more than 40,000 potential connections and connecting passengers flying to 71 different destinations.

Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) is expected to accommodate 50 million passengers annually.
The most interconnected Airport in Asia Pacific

Indonesian Tourism Development

Natuna Stone Park

During the last 10 years, Indonesian tourism development has been increasing. One of the overseas interest to take a part developing the tourism industries is Singapore. The neighboring country of Singapore has expressed its interest in developing marine tourism in Natuna, Anambas and Lingga, three beautiful yet hidden regencies in Riau Islands province.

According to Riau Islands Deputy Governor Soeryo Respationo, the three areas have their own beauty but lack of adequate infrastructure to boost tourism. Singapore’s investment in the tourism sector would perfectly match with the islands’ needs, he said Thursday.

Soeryo said that Singapore Ambassador Anil Kumar Nayar visited the Riau Islands administration on Tuesday to show the country’s commitment in developing the marine tourism sector.

“We had some serious talks on investment in the marine tourism sector,” he said.

Soeryo added that further discussions on the potential investment would be conducted at the Singaporean Consulate General in Batam, the capital of the Riau Islands province.

Natuna regency is located around 600 kilometers to the northeast of Singapore. It encompasses 272 small islands, 76 of which are occupied.

Anambas is located around 325 kilometers to the east of Singapore. Twenty six of its 255 small islands are occupied. Meanwhile, Lingga regency is approximately and has 377 islands. Around 285 of them are occupied.

More than 900,000 Singaporean tourists visit Riau Islands every year.(Jakarta Post).

There another best National Park to visit and explore named UjungKulon National Park with the endangered Rhinoceros and other rare tropical Flora and Fauna. UjungKulonTours is confidence to arrange the eco tours and activities together with Indonesian Government in participating Nature conservation.

Garuda Indonesia Airways Update

Garuda Airline Company

The air carriage business in Indonesia (especially) has been more though than last decade. The National flag of Garuda Indonesia Airways has been included in the list of the Top 10 Airlines Worldwide released by travel site TripAdvisor. The airline clocks in at number ten. MariTour Indonesia has the direct access to organize and issue the airline ticket of Garuda flight tickets.
  
The list is part of the site's Traveler’s Choice Awards, which are "based on the quantity and quality of airline reviews and ratings submitted by travelers worldwide over the last 12 months,” according to news.com.au.

“Flying with Garuda Indonesia is always a treat, mainly due to the service that they provide, which is beyond five-stars. Everything from the food to the drink service always makes the trip enjoyable,” said TripAdvisor user named Daniel. 

Joining Garuda Indonesia on the list are other Southeast Asian companies including Singapore Airlines and THAI Smile, in second and eighth place, respectively. Indonesia is also acknowledged in the Top 25 Destinations Worldwide, with Bali topping the list at number one, and Top 25 Hotels Worldwide, where Ubud’s Mandapa comes in second place, after Aria Hotel Budapest in Hungary.

After recent improvements, Garuda is no stranger to such awards. Last November, the company was named Most Improved Airline in the world. (source: JakartaPost)

Friday, April 14, 2017

Calendar of Events 2017 Borobudur Temple

Borobudur International Conference 2017
Local Goernment Central Java conducts  Calendar of Events 2017 Borobudur Temple, Prambanan and Ratu Boko temples. One of the international conference is Borobudur International Conference which will discuss the interfaith and religion communication. The way to keep relationship among the faiths and religion, to keep in harmony and peaceful life. Here are the agenda and events along the year 2017:

1. Tawur Agung (The Hindu celebration) Prambanan, 27 March 
It is part of the Nyepi Day, when Hindu people celebrate one biggest Hindu day by reducing or event stop the electricity and activities, staying meditate at home.

2. Ratu Boko Yoga & Meditation Day, 9 April
This first event conducted by Borobudur-Prambanan Management is to support the tourist visit. Javanese meditation, Yin Yoga, Yoga dance Java, Health Massage, The Art Of Healing and The Nation Yoga Philosophy are the points of the event.

3. Local dance and creation Borobudur, 11-12 April

4. Bank Mandiri Jogja International Marathon, 17 April

5. Borobudur International Conference, 6-7 May

6. Borobudur Photo Contest, 1-30 May

7. Waisak di Borobudur, 11 May

8. Prambanan Music, Art, & Culture, 20 May

9. Prambanan International Yoga Day, 3 June

10. Borobudur Legoland Festival, 15-30 June

11. Sounds of Borobudur Cultural & Music Camp, 14-16 July

12. Mahakarya Borobudur Hair Style & Fashion, 22 July

13. Borobudur International Festival, 28-30 July

14. Prambanan Culinary Festival, 12-13 August

15. Prambanan Jazz, 19-20 August

16. Indonesia Palace's Dance Festival, 20-21 August

17. Ratu Boko Festival, 22-24 September

18. Borobudur & Prambanan Water Color Heritage Exhibition, 25 September

19. Traditional Music Instruments Festival - Festival Gamelan Nusantara & Langen Cerita, 6 October

20. Prambanan - Borobudur International Heritage Goo Wess Bike Tour, 28 October

21. Prambanan Music Performance, 28 October

22. Borobudur Cultural Feast, 17-18 October

23. Jogja International Heritage Walk, 18-19 November

24. Borobudur International 10K, 26 November

25. Borobudur Nite, 31 December