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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

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News, tips & trends

Highlights

The worlds largest archipelagoboasts a divine diversity

Events

Sports, fun and music 1

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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.

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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.



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.



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

Right Kanan

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

Climate Medan Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov ec

aytime temp. in C 31 31 32 33 33 32 33 32 32 31 31 30

ater temp. in C 25 25 29 30 30 27 26 26 26 26 26 25

Hrs. of daily sunshine 6 6 7 8 8 8 9 9 10 9 8 7

ays of rain/month 9 6 7 9 10 8 8 11 13 16 15 14

Climate Jakarta Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov ec

aytime temp. in C 29 29 30 31 31 31 31 31 30 31 30 29ater temp. in C 28 27 28 29 28 28 28 28 27 28 27 27


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


ays of rain/month 12 10 7 4 3 3 3 3 2 3 5 10

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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.

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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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