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| Unique Visitors: 132 |
| Total Unique Visitors: 523460 |
| Visitors Out: 1476 |
| Total Visitors Out: 1476 |
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| Links for 2008-05-04 [Digg] |
| 2008-05-05 00:00:00 |
Travel Photography - Packing for the Journey
Taking your camera with you provides a great opportunity to capturing on film new landscapes, different cultures and their landmarks. Whether you are at a beach, rural or city location, the pictures will provide a record of the memorable experience whilst building your photography skills and expertise. It is always worth learning .........
International visitors on January to March increased 15.68%
Number of international visitors to Indonesia throug...
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| International visitors on January to March increased 15.68% |
| 2008-05-04 07:39:14 |
Number of international visitors to Indonesia through all gates in March 2008 amounted to 502.041 visitors or increased 13.30 %, if it is compared to the same period of the year 2007 amounted to 443.099 visitors.International visitor who came through certain gates increased such as Soekarno-Hatta, 123,981 visitors or equal to 26.90%, Ngurah Rai, 159,886 visitors or equal to 28%, Sam Ratulangi 1,686 visitors or equal to 6.04%, Batam, 92,174 visitors or equal to 1.93%, Juanda, 11,485 visitors or e...
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| 2008-04-26 00:00:00 |
Surfing lures more foreign tourists to come to West Sumatra
Many foreign tourists have arrived in Mentawai Island district in West Sumatra province in their preparation to enjoy surfing in the offshore district waters which was frequently selected as host for World Champions Surfing Series event.
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| Surfing lures more foreign tourists to come to West Sumatra |
| 2008-04-25 13:09:04 |
Many foreign tourists have arrived in Mentawai Island district in West Sumatra province in their preparation to enjoy surfing in the offshore district waters which was frequently selected as host for World Champions Surfing Series event.The tourists, among others coming from United States, Australia, Britain and Austria, arrived at the island by ferry or hiring boats after landing at Minangkabau International Airport (BIM) in Padang Pariaman district.Martin Daly, head of world surfing agent, Ind...
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| 2008-04-23 00:00:00 |
International Conference of Srivijaya Civilization
It is the general assumption that Srivijaya was an powerful maritime kingdom that played an important role in the political forum in early Southeast Asia for many centuries, from 7th century to the end of 13th century AD.
International Conference of Srivijaya Civilization
It is the general assumption that Srivijaya was an powerful maritime kingdom that played an important role in the political forum in early Southeast Asia for many centuries, f...
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| Public tour to State Palace to be launched next month |
| 2008-04-22 23:20:34 |
The State Secretariat said Tuesday it would launch a public tour of the State Palace next month.State Secretary Hatta Radjasa said the public tour would be held during the weekend.Based on the current plan, the public would enter the State Secretariat main gate before being taken to the State Palace by a bus, he said.A tour guide would then guide the public to various rooms in the State Palace and explain the history and the function of the rooms, he said.Source: The Jakarta Post
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| International Conference of Srivijaya Civilization |
| 2008-04-22 23:11:20 |
BackgroundIt is the general assumption that Srivijaya was an powerful maritime kingdom that played an important role in the political forum in early Southeast Asia for many centuries, from 7th century to the end of 13th century AD. Just as its sudden appearance not very much is known of its decline, for that matter, the extent of this hegemony especially in Insular Southeast Asia during the height of its power. It influenced many social aspects in the region at that time, such as history of poli...
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| Miss Tourism Indonesia contest to be held in July |
| 2008-04-13 02:48:50 |
Miss Tourism Indonesia will be held for the first time this year said El John Foundation, the organizing committee, on Saturday. The event is supported by many parties including the Culture and Tourism Ministry. The registration has been opened since March 2008 with the applicants now reaching 100. The registration form is available at www.misstourismindonesia.com, Travel Club and in-flight Sriwijaya magazines. Through a selection, the participants will be narrowed to 40 finalists, who w...
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| 2008-04-09 00:00:00 |
Jambi ready to make Visit Indonesia Year success
Jambi province has been preparing local tourist sites and attractions as well as setting up support facilities and infrastructures in its effort to make the Indonesia Visit Year (VIY) 2008 program a success.
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| Jambi ready to make Visit Indonesia Year success |
| 2008-04-08 14:33:56 |
I see that Jambi is trying hard to dress up. Well, good luck then I hope Jambi can gain more tourist to come. It is really important not to depend on Kerinci area only. MuaroJambi Temple is one of the key spot in Jambi.From ANTARA:Jakarta (ANTARA News) - Jambi province has been preparing local tourist sites and attractions as well as setting up support facilities and infrastructures in its effort to make the Indonesia Visit Year (VIY) 2008 program a success.Jambi Governor H Zulkifli Nurdin has b...
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| 2008-04-08 00:00:00 |
Speedboats from Merak, Banten to Anak Rakata, Krakatau
A number of speedboats that was used to transport people from Merak, Banten to Bakauhuni, Lampung will be functioned as tourism boats for people visiting Anak Rakata, Krakatau due to the declining of passenger volume.
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| Speedboats from Merak, Banten to Anak Rakata, Krakatau |
| 2008-04-07 10:46:06 |
A number of speedboats that was used to transport people from Merak, Banten to Bakauhuni, Lampung will be functioned as tourism boats for people visiting Anak Rakata, Krakatau. These boats were not productive due to the declining of passenger volume.Hotels and other tourism elements already spoke to PT Angkutan Sungai, Danau dan Penyebrangan (ASDP) Merak, Banten and they responded well. The ASDP ready to co-operate with others to using these speedboats. Right now there are limited transportation...
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| 2008-04-07 00:00:00 |
Indonesia, the world of its own
Indonesia the land of Gods and GoddessThe land where art and beauty meet, a land of timeless beautyThe land where people, nature, custom and tradition blended to one unique cultureEnjoy all our hospitalities, our peaceful enviesOur marvelous heritages, our people of serin grass and beautyand a shopping paradise
Indonesia's events: May 2008
May 2008 main events as part of "Visit Indonesia Year 2008, celebrating 100 years of national awakening" program.
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| Main events: May, 2008 |
| 2008-04-06 11:59:48 |
Here's the main events as part of "Visit Indonesia Year 2008, celebrating 100 years of national awakening" program.1. Gorontalo Cultural Festival, May 3-7 2008. Gorontalo Province.Promoting Gorontalo's cultural heritages. The festival invited local people to participate in various events such as traditional dance and drama, traditional poetry reading, martial arts and folk music competition. A colorful carnival display historical theme from different regions of Gorontalo.2. Kendari Bay Festival,...
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| Indonesia, the world of its own |
| 2008-04-06 10:44:10 |
Indonesia the land of Gods and GoddessesThe land where art and beauty meet, a land of timeless beautyThe land where people, nature, custom and tradition blended to one unique cultureEnjoy all our hospitalities, our peaceful enviesOur marvelous heritages, our people of serin grass and beautyand a shopping paradiseTouch our white shoreline beachesMagestic beauty, harmonize way of lifeGreat relaxing sanctuaries and a unique cultural attractionExperience all of our diversityThe beauty, the spender, ...
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| Museum Gajah (National Museum), Jakarta |
| 2008-04-05 11:14:56 |
Museum Gajah (Gajah is Elephant in Bahasa) or National Museum, located in Jakarta just across of National Monument. Why "Gajah"...? Because there is an elephant statue in front of this museum, which was a gift from King Chulalongkorn from Thailand in 1871.How to get there...? It's easy, too easy. You can use Trans Jakarta (people call it Busway) from Blok M Terminal or from harmony, stop at Monas then you will find the museum just across national Monument. Ticket is cheap, very cheap.Currently t...
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| Baron Beach, Yogyakarta: a tower of southern Java Island |
| 2008-04-05 10:57:52 |
There are several beaches in Yogyakarta, the famous one is Parangtritis Beach but my favorite one is Baron Beach. It's a tower of southern Java Island.Baron Beach located in Desa Kemadang, Kecamatan Tanjungsari, about 20km southern Wonosari. At the first time arrived, I just stayed on a beach. I enjoyed the view, the scenery of the beach and the ocean. Then, I see that some people walking and trekking up to the hill on my left hand side.It's interesting, I found out that there is a gazebo just a...
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| 2008-04-02 00:00:00 |
Ondel-Ondel, traditional puppets from Jakarta
Visit Jakarta and don't forget to attend every traditional event from Betawi's people. Find this giant puppets and yes, take a picture with them :).
Baron Beach, Yogyakarta: a tower of southern Java
Another beach to be visited beside Parangtritis Beach in Yogyakarta. Experience to have a moment stand in front of Indonesia Ocean, a southern border of Indonesia in Java Island.
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| Ondel-Ondel, traditional puppets from Jakarta |
| 2008-04-01 01:02:22 |
If you're in Jakarta, try to find the traditional event of Betawi. Betawi is the descendants of the people living around Jakarta from around 17th century.They have their own culture and also language, different from Javanese language or Sunda language.Almost every event that held by Betawi's people, they had a giant puppet (usually one as man puppet and one as women puppet) called "Ondel-Ondel". In marriage ceremonies or at the party of Jakarta's anniversary or en event like Jakarta Fair and sim...
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| Sisingaan, the traditional dance from Subang-West Java |
| 2008-03-31 12:21:17 |
One of the tourism attraction from West Java that I really love is Sisingaan. Sisingaan or "fake lion" is the unique traditional performance from Subang, West Java (about 75km from Bandung, the capital city of West Java to the north).This performance used to be a story, a symbolization of the Indonesian people power when Dutch invasion in 1940's. It's a dance with traditional music, eight people lifting two fake lions (dolls) with young boys on top of them. The fake lions are the symbol of invad...
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| Main events: March, 2008 |
| 2008-03-16 20:14:49 |
I know maybe it's too late to post March events in Indonesia regarding Visit Indonesia Year, but still there are some events to come. First week in March we had International Java Jazz Festival in Jakarta and also Traditional Culture & Dance Parade in Batam (both events held in March 7-9, 2008).Later on in March we will have:1. Weaving & Handicrafts Exhibition in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara (March-May, 2008).Local hand weaving of different design and color. Display of traditional woven te...
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| Main events: April, 2008 |
| 2008-03-15 13:03:15 |
Below are the main events in Indonesia regarding Visit Indonesia Year 2008, celebrating 100 years of national awakening. We have about two weeks to go to the April therefore you still can arrange your trip.1. International Conference of Local & Community Based Tourism & Culture in Padang (West Sumatra Province).2. Sekaten Festival in Yogyakarta. It's the Javanese traditional ceremony to commemorate the birthday of Prophet Muhammad.3. Sea Offering Ceremony in Pagatan (South Kalimantan Pro...
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| Pameran Kain Tradisional Nusantara (Nusantara Traditional Textile Exhibition), Adi Wastra Nusantara |
| 2008-03-14 11:27:53 |
Indonesia is a rich country. A country with million, or maybe billion, unique cultures from more than 30 provinces, from the east to the west. Every province has it's own culture and language, and one of the prestige heritage that Indonesians have is traditional linen.I believe that you will remember Batik as one of our traditional linen (or clothes), but there are still more linens that Indonesia has. Based on our love to this beautiful heritage, and also as part of the Visit Indonesia Year 200...
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| Pictures of Bukittinggi, West Sumatra |
| 2008-03-11 16:25:18 |
The Hills Hotel (previously Novotel Hotel) is a great hotel. The building itself located not far from Jam Gadang (the symbol of City of Bukittinggi, remember the Big Ben in London...?), maybe it's only 5 minutes walk. Also you can see Ngarai Sianok from your back window at your hotel room (no Air Conditioner...?).I'm sure you can see the uniqueness of this clock tower, different from any kind of clock that we used to see. See something different...?I went to Jambi and West Sumatra not for fun bu...
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| Tourism spots in Kabupaten Tanah Datar, West Sumatra |
| 2008-03-06 12:53:18 |
Tourism in West Sumatra is not only Singkarak Lake, City of Sawahlunto and City of Bukittinggi. In Kabupaten Tanah Datar you can find more tourism spots including Istano Pagarayung, Lembah Anai and Tabek Patah. Ready to explore...?1. Istano Pagaruyung (Pagaruyung Grand Palace)Located in Nagari Pagaruyung Kecamatan Tanjung Emas. Pagaruyung is also the Center of Government Affairs of Kabupaten Tanah Datar. Five km driving from Batusangkar City Center. This tourism spot is the main tourism objectiv...
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| Singkarak Lake, West Sumatra: home of Bilih fish |
| 2008-03-02 11:36:54 |
After exploring Jambi (actually I went to Jambi not for fun, I went there to work :)), I also try to know how beautiful West Sumatra is (again, it was not for fun :)). I brought my mind, body and soul to Sawahlunto City, Solok City, Singkarak Lake, Padang Pajang City, Bukittinggi City, Batusangkar City and Padang City (the Capital City of West Sumatra). It's all beautiful indeed.Now, I want to share my stories of my trips to these gorgeous places:1. Singkarak Lake; 2. Sawahlunto City; and 3. Buk...
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| Bukittinggi, West Sumatra's gorgeous highland |
| 2008-03-02 11:34:35 |
My last destination, before flew back to Jakarta, was Bukittinggi. Driving 3 to 4 hours from Padang to the northeast direction. There are several routes to go there, you can pass Padang Panjang then Bukittinggi or you can do a detour via Solok-Singkarang Lake-Padang Panjang then Bukittingi. If Bukittinggi is your one and only destination, I suggest you to take the first route.On the way from Padang to Bukittinggi you will find, on your left hand side, one beautiful waterfall called "Lembah Anai"...
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| Sawahlunto, The Mining City in West Sumatra |
| 2008-02-27 11:59:13 |
One of the city in West Sumatra that got my attention is Sawahlunto. Sawahlunto is only 4 hours drive from Padang, the Capital City of West Sumatra. And before Sawahlunto you will pass Solok City, another city.Why Sawahlunto City got my attention...? To enter this city, you have to drive through the hills. Once you pass the hills, you will see a beautiful scenery, a gorgeous view of Sawahlunto the city. You can see, in seconds, almost the whole area of the city on your bird eye view.Another reas...
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| Pictures of Singkarak Lake, West Sumatra |
| 2008-02-27 11:56:48 |
We only spent one night at Sumpur Hotel Singkarak, West Sumatra but still had a chance to had breakfast at a lakeside restaurant with sunrise on our east side. Too bad that the weather was not so clear.
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| Seminar & Exhibition "Sawahlunto Effect" |
| 2008-02-27 11:36:41 |
Just a perfect time for me, visited Sawahlunto two weeks ago because there will be Seminar & Exhibition "Sawahlunto Effect". I'm not a stranger if someone talk about Sawahlunto.So, when...? February 29 until March 15, 2008.Where...? National Museum (Museum Gajah), Jakarta. Merdeka Barat rd #12 (near the National Monument, in fact you just need to use the TransJakarta bus and stop at Monas).Who...? Oscar Matulloh, Arbain Rambe, Yori Antar & Jay Subiakto.The Governor of West Sumatra, The M...
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| Monas (Monumen Nasional/National Monument), Jakarta |
| 2008-02-25 10:20:29 |
I live in Ciledug, Tangerang. Yes it's Tangerang but my place is closer to Jakarta City rather than to Tangerang City. I'm working in Jakarta, at one of the building that close to Semanggi Bridge, across the Sultan Hotel (previously Hilton). There are many interesting places around my office building (including Semanggi Bridge, Senayan Stadium Complex, Mal etc) but I will start with Monas.Monumen Nasional (people call it as "Monas", National Monument) is the monument, the tower symbolizing the ...
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| Taxis in Soekarno-Hatta Airport, Jakarta |
| 2008-02-18 10:28:08 |
I just came back from my trips to Jambi & West Sumatra and arrived at Soekarno-Hatta Airport last Friday night.As soon as I found my luggage, I went out and try to find taxi. Once you've found yourself outside the luggage room, then you will meet a bunch of people offering their taxi for you. I don't get it, as far as I know there are taxi's posts for passengers to order the taxi they want (and I already on a queue to get may taxi). What I found was a man was following me everywhere I go jus...
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| Jambi City, Jambi |
| 2008-02-18 09:32:08 |
My first trip to Jambi City, using Lion Air. After arrived at Sultan Thaha small airport then I went to Novotel Hotel, Jl Gatot Subroto #44. Yes, I stayed at that hotel but for you, sure you will have other option: you can stay at Abadi Suite, across Novotel Hotel. Abadi Suite is a relatively new hotel, opened for public since mid 2007. All facilities are still brand new, but fitness facilities are not ready yet. Well, the choice is yours.Sultan Thaha Airport, as I mentioned before, is a small a...
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| Access to Soekarno-Hatta Airport back to normal |
| 2008-02-16 10:56:59 |
It's been a hard weather here in Jakarta for the past week, specially in last Friday. I tried to inform the condition but unfortunately I can't be on line for 24 hours per day. Flood in several areas in Jakarta including the freeway to the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, fog at the airport which closed the airport for about 3.5 hours that day and several flights were transfered to Halim Perdanakusuma Airport are the main issues last week.In my opinion, the access to the international airpo...
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| Taman Hutan Raya Ir. H. Djuanda (THR Djuanda), Bandung |
| 2008-02-08 10:26:23 |
Taman Hutan Raya Ir. H. Djuanda or you can call it THR Djuanda, is the small forest (big tropical park) dedicated to the memory of Ir.H. Djuanda Kartawidjaja the hero from West Java.Originally this park was called Taman Wisata Curug Dago ("curug" means waterfall, "dago" is a name of a certain place in North Bandung) since there is a waterfall in the area called Curug Dago. This waterfall is a good outcrop in terms of geologic history of Bandung, related to the eruption of Gunung Sunda.The THR Dj...
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| Bali: 2008 The Best Exotic Destination in the world |
| 2008-02-06 15:58:38 |
Bali Island, again, achieved an appreciation as The Best Tourism in The World, The Best Exotic Destination from Luxury Travel Magazine, London. It's the result from it's reader from 27 countries. The honor will be given via Indonesian Embassy in London.It's a good campaign for Indonesia's, specially Bali's, tourism. It's a good news that can tell people all around the world that Bali and Indonesia are the safe and comfortable tourist destinations. Hope it will attract more foreigners to come and...
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| What is IMT-GT...? |
| 2008-01-30 16:02:39 |
After I posted an article about the new flight routes from three countries: Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, I'm wondering what is IMT-GT...?Searching into the internet and found an (old) article from Asian Development Bank website:It's interesting to know that North Sumatra & NAD provinces involved on this project.The Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT-GT) consists of the two Indonesian provinces of North Sumatra and Daerah Istimewa (DI) Aceh; the four northern Malaysian stat...
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| To Daeng Battala: thanks, in a million... |
| 2008-01-20 14:56:24 |
I found one surprise when I saw my sitemeter today. This "Visit Indonesia, euy" blog has been linked to Catatan-Catatan Dari Hati, the blog that belong to Daeng Battala aka Amril Taufik Gobel.Who is Daeng Battala...? He is the "Redaktur Pelaksana" (what's the English term for this position...?) of Blogfam, the online magz (you know what, one of my story was published on this magz...hehehe...yup, that's me). His comment about this blog on his blog is really makes me flying high since I'm still ne...
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