Thousand Islands - Tidung is one of the prime tourist spot in the Thousand Islands. Although quite densely populated, in fact Tidung have many exciting activities that can be enjoyed by tourists. The following 4 activities are worth a try.

Although the look 'touristy', Tidung Island in the Thousand Islands remains stunning. Tidung is a simple picture of a small island. Needless to ship special, no need to book hotels to be able to go there. Tidung open for tourists, as well as local residents were welcomed with friendly.

Here are 4 exciting activities that can be done on the island Tidung:

1. Jump from the Bridge of Love

Jump off a bridge? Yes! In Tidung Island, so it is even mandatory agenda of any traveler. Love is the bridge between the island and the island of Great Tidung Small Tidung, about 5-6 meters high. So named because it is said that there used to be two lovebirds find their love on this bridge.

Regardless of whether or not the story, the Bridge of Love is exciting and romantic locations. Travelers can test your nerve to jump down from the highest point of the Love Bridge directly to the crystal clear waters below. SLOSH!

Never fear, the waters beneath the bridge and without coral deep enough. You will not hit the reef let alone hit the ocean floor. When we tried it, the adrenaline was flowing fast. But after the jump, apparently it addictive.

Having tired of swimming and diving Bridge of Love, a time to yourself to rest and enjoy the sunset at the Bridge of Love. Tinge of reddish orange color combined with the slowly darkening clouds will cover your day perfectly.

2. Tidung walk from Big to Small Tidung, and vice versa

Love is still in the bridge area, tourists will see a very long wooden bridge. In addition to the Bridge of Love, lines in the bridges without railings. The wood was perforated in several places, you can see the blue waters and the fish seliweran of wooden slit.

Carefully. That's the first thing you should know when down the bridge of Tidung Tidung Big to Small. The bridge length reaches 800 meters, alternating at 1.6 Km! If you follow it in broad daylight, it's good to bring bottled mineral water to avoid thirst in the middle of the road.

Locals recognize this as the longest bridge in the Thousand Islands. Eits, do not doubt yourself first before trying it. Once arrived at the Small Tidung, tourists can see the reef and mangrove cultivation. But along the way you will not be bored. Waters around the bridge is very clean, the fish that swim in coral sidelines as entertain tourists!

3. Bike ride around the island

In addition to motorcycles, bicycles are the main mode of transportation on the island Tidung. Not hard to find bike rental, considering only Tidung Island along the 5 km by 3 main lines. Travelers can not be lost!

The majority of bicycle rental at the center Tidung Island, near the port. The rent is cheap, only Rp 10,000-25,000 a day. Yes, you can Fixie bike from early morning until late at night.

You can start cycling from anywhere. Yes, free! Three main lines of the island is covered with paving blocks so comfortable for cycling. Travelers can walk along the main road from the east side to the west side. Passing through the District Office, Health Center, Town Hall, the schools, to arrive at the Bridge of Love.

4. Snorkeling around the island

One advantage of traveling to the island Tidung is, tourists do not have far to snorkel. This island has some snorkeling spot that is not less beautiful with Semak Daun Island or other islands in the Thousand Islands.

Travelers who have their own snorkel equipment can be directly 'nyebur' Love Bridge Area. Yes, the waters here are quite rich with coral and colorful fish. But you have to be careful because there are many sea urchins. Make sure your feet do not step on the coral or the seafloor.

In addition to the Bridge of Love, Island Area Small Tidung also be fun spot for snorkeling. No need to be afraid because the waves swept away tend to be small. If you want more fun, try to bring bread cut into small pieces. Usually colorful fish swarming your will to eat bread.

Best time to snorkel is at 7:00 to 8:00 or 13:00 to 14:00. If not satisfied snorkeling around Tidung, tourists can rent a fishing boat toward some nearby islands such as Umbrella Island. If you do not have your own tools, Tidung Island snorkeling equipment rentals are available with prices starting at Rp 35,000 for the day.

Thousand Islands - For lovers of beach and island, bride and groom couples often look for the island to be a place pre-wedding photos. In the Thousand Islands, there are 3 beautiful islands prewed right to photograph, you know!

There are about 342 islands in the Thousand Islands region. Of the hundreds of islands, some are suitable to be a place of pre wedding photos. Here are three beautiful islands that can record the beginning of your future as a couple:

1. Bidadari Island

Not too far away, Angel Island can be reached in about 20 minutes from Marina Ancol Pier by boat quickly. The island also receive couples who want pre-wedding photos, with some requirements.

"First, make a written request to the email, marketing.bidadari @ yahoo.com," said Angel Island Resort front office, Eca, to detikTravel, Tuesday (14/5).

Thereafter, further Eca, you'll get a response from the Angel Island for permission prewed photographed there. After receiving an answer, the phone immediately there to reserve the date.

Done decide the date, now just choose the hour of departure. If you want to leave at 11:00 pm, you are charged Rp 230 thousand, plus lunch. Whereas if you leave at 13:30 pm, only charged Rp 200 thousand.

Yes, it takes money to be able to take pictures there. However, it is quite reasonable considering the above price includes round-trip transportation from Pier Marina Ancol. You will get a fast boat that will take you. As for the hours of departure, the maximum is at 18:00 pm.

2. Macan Island

As in the Island Princess, a confirmation email is required if you want to hold a photo prewed in Pulau Macan. In the email, you can explain what you want prewed photo.

If you are about to use electricity and the like, it will be an additional charge. No photo package prewed there, but for one day tour, one person is Rp 850 thousand is included. If prewed photo can not be finished in one day, you can take a package to stay there.

For departures, can be started from Ancol Marina Pier at 08.00 and return at 14.00 at the latest. "Better take pictures when weeekdays course, because that was usually full all weekend," said Front Office Tiger Island.

According to Santi, a beautiful spot to take pictures prewed here is on Pulau Macan Halak. "There are no buildings or trees, only sand. Was located near one of Tiger Island, just crossed," said Santi.

There was a beautiful beach, you can choose the photo spot is considered the most attractive. Want to take pictures with the sunset background, wait until sunset. But it means, you have to stay overnight there.

3. Semak Daun Island & Air Island

Sometimes, uninhabited island so beautiful destinations because there are too many untouched human intervention. Some of these are shrubs Island Leaves and Water Island. Both of these adjacent islands is about 3 hours away sea with wooden boats depart from Muara Angke or Kaliadem.

Meanwhile, if by speedboat from Marina Ancol, can travel faster up to 1.5-2 hours. Leaves on Bushes Island, there is a bridge made of wood that fit perfectly romantic spot photographed as a couple. Which makes it perfect is that clean the area of ​​the building, so it looks very natural.

Photographed at seashore also be an interesting idea. White sand and clear water makes everything look more beautiful when caught on camera. Want to capture the romance on the waterfront? Can! Area no reef off the coast so that you and your partner can take pictures with the majority being in the water bodies.

Water Island is not too far from Semak Daun offers beach style beauty is no less powerful. The sand is very clean and clear water so the main magnet of the pair pictured here. Plus, there are also parts of the island where the water is colored turquoise. Sincerely beautiful!

Flores - Enjoy the beauty of nature do not just stare, try to capture through the lens of the camera, including when traveling to Flores. There are 4 photographic heaven you must visit there.

4 This is the photography that is in heaven Flores:

1. Rinca Island

Rinca is the name of one of the islands in Komodo National Park in the province. The island has a very beautiful nature. A new foot, you immediately presented with the green hills open to the sky blue.

Rinca island is hilly savanna that makes you feel you're in Africa because almost the entire surface of the island is a savanna. Trekkingnya route was not at all boring. You will be invited uphill, downhill, over the rocks and woods.

If you do not want to miss the moment, immediately climb a hill and look at Rinca island from up there. This is the best location to see the island from a height.

Needless to high technique to get the best photo shots. Almost every corner of this beautiful island, from the sea, the land until the trees.

That makes so Rinca Island Paradise Travel photography is able to meet with Komodo. This is one of the endemic animals of Indonesia. Come down from the hill, and do trekking in Rinca ground. Always have a camera that can be directly snapped dragons when these reptiles through.

2. Pink beach

The second photographic heaven there is a beach in Flores Pink or Pink Beach. As the name implies, the beach is located on the island of Komodo has a pink-colored sand. It's beautiful!

Investigate should investigate, it turns pink color of this beach comes from the rubble and the marine life that lives there. Life after death is slowly destroyed and coloring beach.

Once there, do not be lulled by the beauty of the beaches are presented. Immediately remove your camera and point to different directions. Do not forget to capture the waves are menghempas beach. At that moment, the color pink sand looks so obvious.

Satisfied photographing beach, try a little way out to sea. You can see there are many coral reefs are still alive. Yes, the coral reef at the beach is still maintained its sustainability. In fact, you can see it from the beach.

If you happen to carry an underwater camera, do not waste time while there. Dive and discover the natural beauty under the sea Pink Beach. Take photos of all forms of life that is still preserved there.

3. Lake Flores

Who does not know Kelimutu in Ende, NTT? It seems almost everyone knows this lake. Imagine, a lake located on top of Mount Flores has three different colors.

More unique again, the lake is not the same color changeable alias. Used, Lake Kelimutu had red, blue and green. But now this lake has a black, blue and light blue.

The best time to photograph at this place is at sunrise. Of altitude, you can see how beautiful lake set in three colors sunrise. Such a view would not be obtained in addition to Flores.

4. Kanawa

Travel photography lovers are also required to stop at Kanawa Island. The island is recognized natural beauty. He has a blue sea, vast sky, more beautiful with white sand beaches.

It seems almost every time this island radiates beauty. Starting from morning, noon to night all always interesting. In the morning, you can see the calm sea in Kanawa.

Kanawa so crystal clear waters, you do not need to bother to dive to capture the beauty of the underwater world Kanawa. Once daylight arrived, went up to the top of the hill at Kanawa.

From up there, it seems clear that there are coral reefs under the sea Kanawa. As if the sunlight shining into the sea biota there. Charm of the beaches will make you wonder, white sand bordered by the blue-green sea. Perfect!

Thousand Islands - Events in the Thousand Islands tourist favorite, of course, snorkeling and diving. Of the many snorkeling spots and diving there, apparently there are some places and a top of the most famous.

Thousand Islands has an amazing underwater world. Diverse coral reefs and marine fish that look adorable, you can see easily in some diving and snorkeling spots in the Thousand Islands.

"The location is not far away and the cost is not too expensive, it's in the Stars Rama in Pari Island," Alexander said Nugraha from fir Adventure.

Alex said, Rama Star has a depth of 6-10 meters, and safe for tourists who have recently tried snorkeling or diving. Want diving or snorkeling can be done there. With snorkeling, tourists can see beautiful scenery.

"There is another near Scout Island, Canal Turtle name. Same as Rama star, only 6-10 meters deep and has a nice underwater," said Alex added.

When snorkeling, you'll want to bring bread. When in the water, marine fish will come to you and take the bread crumbs. The fish were there a lot and very adorable!

"The fish marine ornamental fish like so, given the bread crumbs would immediately come," said Alex.

Still not satisfied? Try to explore Semak Daun. There was a lot of diving points around the island. Moreover, the depths of the sea for diving in too deep enough Bushes Leaf!

"The depth in the bush leaf reaches 10 meters., Where coral reefs are wide open," said Alex.

Diving to the deepest point, in the near East Petondan Papateo Island. Depth reaches 30 meters and is highly recommended for those who are new to diving.

"Said my friends, there best underwater. But the waves were very large and not recommended for beginners if the current is strong. You must be against the flow there," said Alex.

Some of the top and the other islands in the Thousand Islands is famous Sepa Island, Island of the Sun, and Kotok Island. These islands have underwater beauty that will make you delirious.

"On the island near the island Tidung Umbrella is also great-great coral reefs. Unfortunately, so many have broken due to anchor the ship. But, still nice scenery when you come here," said Alex.

Alex also revealed, Thousand Islands known as the current is calm. Thus, not a few tourists from Jakarta and surrounding vacation there. But remember, for the islands are far away and close the Java Sea has large waves and strong currents.

"Thousand Islands the average current is calm because the island chain. But for islands far away, like a rainbow or Coconut Island, the current is strong," said Alex.

For Alex, his favorite place is Rama star in Pari Island. Because in addition to good underwater, there are also cheap hotels-cheap. Suitable for backpackers!

"There inn only Rp 200 thousand per night, cheap is not it?" Alex chirps.

Many travel agents are ready to take you for snorkeling or diving in the Thousand Islands. Take your pick, going to the Island Tidung, Pari Island, Semak Daun, or the beautiful islands in the Thousand Islands. Happy holidays!

Jakarta - I know the schedule departure of the ship, one of the obstacles sometimes so travelers to vacation to the Thousand Islands. Here is the schedule boat trips can be informed before you go there.

This is the schedule of the ship will travel to the Thousand Islands, based on the island of goals:

1. Ayer Island

To reach the Ayer island you can ride from Pier Marina Ancol. Ship to the island is available starting at 09:00 to 15:00 pm on Monday-Friday. Special Saturday-Sunday Island boat from Ancol towards Ayer available at 08.00, 10.00 am, 12.00 am, 15.00 pm.

Instead, the ship from Ayer Island towards Ancol available at 14:00 and 16:30 on Mondays-Fridays. On Saturday and Sunday, this vessel is available at 11:00, 14:00, 15:30 and 17:00 pm.

2. Angel Island

Just like Ayer Island, the tourist who wants to ride on the Angel Island Pier Marina Ancol. Ships from Ancol towards Angel Island is available at 9:00 to 15:00 pm on Monday-Friday. While on Saturday and Sunday is available at 08.00, 10:00, 12:00 and 15:00 pm.

From Angel Island towards Ancol, boats are available at 14:30 pm for Monday-Friday. But on Saturday and Sunday is available at 14.00 and 16.00.

"It costs Rp 300.000/orang, could depart from Marina Ancol Pier, Pier 17," said an employee at Angel Island.

3. Pantara Island

To reach this resort island furthest you can come departing from Marina Ancol at 09.00 am every day. Return time is 13:00 pm.

Because the island is a resort, so the traveler who comes should stay.

"The cost of stay Rp 1.9 million per person, including transportation," said employee Pantara Island.

4. Scout Island

This is one of the islands most visited by tourists. To achieve the Scout Island, you can ride from the three piers, the Pier Marina Ancol, Muara Angke the Old Port and the Port of Muara Angke Kali Adem.

If departing from Pier Marina Ancol, you can use a fast ship at 08:00 pm. However, if you want a cheaper travelers can depart from the Port of Kali Adem or the Old Port of Muara Angke.

At the Port of Kali Adem, tourists can ride KM dolphin or grouper. Both are available at 07.00 am. Grouper special, it also serves cruise ships Kali Adem-Scout Island at 13:00 pm. Ticket price is Rp 40.000/orang.

If you want to feel the thrill of sailing with the use of wooden boats, you can ride from the Old Port of Muara Angke. Here, the ship has been available since dawn, but departed at 07.00 am and again from 13:00 pm Scout Island. Cheaper ticket prices, namely Rp 30.000/orang.

"If cheap wooden boats, Rp 30.000/orang, but rather a long way," said Doni.

5. Island Princess

To reach the Princess Island, travelers can depart from Pier Marina Ancol. This fast boat available at 08.00 pm every day with the return time at 14:00 pm.

Just like Pantara Island, Princess Island is also a resort. To reach this island, you have to make reservation of the visit. There are two options, the one day trip or stay.

"The price is USD 1.7 million / person for 1 night. But if one day trip pay him Rp 800 thousand / person," said an employee of the Princess Island.

6. Tidung Island

Well here it is the island that is always crowded when the holiday season arrives, the Tidung Island. To reach the island Tidung, you can depart from the Port of Kali Adem and the Old Port of Muara Angke.

Hours set boats to the island of Muara Angke Tidung is at 07.00 pm. Meanwhile, the return time is at 09.00 and 14.00 pm. Ticket price is Rp 30.000/orang.

If you want to depart from the Port of Kali Adem, you can ride KM dolphin or grouper. They are the same ticket price of Rp 50.000.

The scheduled departure of the ship towards the island of Port Kali Adem Tidung is at 07.00 and 13.00 hrs. Return time is at 09:00 to 14:00 pm.

Travelers who spend a long holiday weekend in East Java, shall enter Sempu Island in your itinerary. There, you will marvel at the beauty of the beaches that paired with green trees.

Sempu Island is a beautiful island, stunning, and made ​​us stunned by its beauty and its natural beauty. Sea water waves as if to always invite us to accompany him.

The island has a lagoon which is similar to the lake. Lake named Segara Chicks are formed due to the rigors of pounding waves to the reef. Then these waves form a hole in the reef.

    The king's palace as a symbol of power, must be built with a very majestic. Istana Negara Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur also stands proudly with glittering gold dome on top of the hill.

    After circling the area of ​​Putrajaya, Malaysia invited the winners Gowes Roving around the Kuala Lumpur to see the historic sites. One of them is the State Palace in Duta Street, Kuala Lumpur

    This is the golden domed palace replaces the old palace in Istana Street. Due to certain reasons and considerations Malaysian government decided to move the old palace into a new palace. While the old palace used as a museum of Kings.

Officially, the palace built on a land area of ​​241.3 hectares is used only on November 15, 2011. The transfer is done by moving the symbolic flag of the King personally Its lordship Agong Malaysia. Winner Gowes Roving Malaysia, stopped by this place on Saturday (01/26/2013).

The palace is the official residence of The lordship Agong. Currently royal power held by Tuanku Abdul Halim of Kedah State. In Malaysia, there are 9 Sultan that rotates once every 5 years. The uniqueness of the building forms a vast and magnificent palace make this country as one of the places visited by many foreign tourists.

It has 4 entrances. Each door has a different role. The palace was intended to entertain the guests of honor or of friendly countries.

At the gate of the palace there are 4 guards from the Askar Melayu two regimens of Kings and 2 royal Artillery Corps or horsemen.

Fortunately, the winner Gowes Roving Malaysia was at the State Palace, coinciding with the clock exchange or replace the shift guarding the palace. The replacement process is done by a small ceremony ritual. Substitution Regimen Askar Melayu performed every 2 hours, while the cavalry made every 1 hour.

Travellers banned from entering the State Palace complex. But visitors can freely take pictures with the palace guards.

Want to see a wide variety of animals in one place? Come to the Museum of Zoology, Bogor. The museum is like a 'jungle' with animals that you rarely see, such as the clouded leopard and the proboscis monkey. Travel to exciting weekend!

Bogor, West Java, a cool place to spend a weekend. Various tourist attractions await you there, like a hot water bath, culinary treats, outbound arena, until the cool museums. One of the famous museum there is the Museum of Zoology at the Bogor Botanical Gardens.

"Entrance to the Bogor Botanical Gardens for Rp 9,500 a ticket to get into the canal of the Zoological Museum," said the staff of the Section Maintenance Collection, Asep to detikTravel some time ago.

Once inside the door of the Bogor Botanical Gardens, take the road to the left. From there you can follow the path that leads to the Museum of Zoology. The fresh air and greenery will be the air as long as you walk away.

On arrival at the Museum of Zoology, you will be greeted by a skeleton different types of wildlife preservation. Various collections of animals there were on display in one place the coated glass. Fun anymore, there are explanations for each satwanya. So add smart deh!

"There is a large collection of animals, also a complete explanation. Also there is the guide if you want to know more clear," said Asep explained.

Traveler animal lovers definitely excited when visiting the Museum of Zoology. Obviously, some 650 species of mammals, 1,100 species of birds from various parts of Indonesia, 600 species of reptiles and fish, 10,000 species of insects, 700 species of invertebrates and mollusks some 2300 types here. Complete is not it?

Animals are grouped according to its kind role in a large room. Not only see and learn about the types satwanya, you are also free to take pictures with the animals there in the background.

Look satwanya diverse. There orangutans and proboscis monkeys that are native animals of Borneo. The mascot Papuan bird, bird of paradise that is also there. In addition, there are one-horned rhino, clouded leopard, mongoose, cassowaries, and much more. It felt, like being in the 'jungle'!

The museum is open every day from 8:00 to 17:00 pm. When Friday, the museum will be closed temporarily from 11:00 to 13:00 o'clock pm. Confused where to go holiday weekend? The Museum of Zoology course!

Yogyakarta, was so excellent ratings. Especially when you vacation together with your spouse or girlfriend. To be more romantic, coming to these five destinations. Guaranteed your relationship and he is more 'sticky'.

Yogyakarta also be one of the coveted for a holiday with my partner. 5 places will make your relationship more romantic with your partner:

1. Taman Sari



In addition to Malioboro, Yogyakarta vacation when you have to come to Taman Sari. This is not just an old building, but there is also a pool bath sultan's concubines. Taman Sari complex architecture of ancient and beautiful look. No exception to the pond is a beautiful charmer tourists.

You can invite your friends to take pictures and enjoy the beautiful atmosphere of Taman Sari. Snap-snap photos with the background of Taman Sari, a fun activity while visiting this destination. If interested, this place also offers many interesting spots for pre-wedding photo session.

2. Kukup beach



Want to feel the atmosphere of a romantic style of Bali, Yogyakarta also has its place. Just come to Kukup beach Gunungkidul. The beauty of this beach is not less beautiful with Tanah Lot in Bali. Large waves, rocks jutting into the sea, as well as the viewing post on top of the reef, making it similar to a coral island in Tanah Lot.

Encourage your partner to see beautiful sandstone beach Kukup of substation of view. From the top of this rock, you can see the landscape that blends off Kukup beach with big waves. You can also down lip white sandy beaches, while hunting small fish. Tired of walking, please sit back under the umbrella of 'lazy' while looking at beautiful Tanah Lot Gunungkidul style.

3. Bukit Bintang



As the sun sets in the west, does not mean your vacation with him in Yogyakarta over. Romantic dinner with a panoramic view, must be written in your vacation agenda. No need to fear costly, in Gunungkidul cheap but there is a place for a romantic dinner. Bukit Bintang name.

Named Bukit Bintang because of the hill travelers can see the twinkling lights of the homes in the Yogyakarta area that looks like a star. There are plenty of dining options in the hills, ranging from fried rice to steak was there. Seating at each feeding site leads directly to the sea 'star'. The cold air in the hills will not feel, when you insert a warm embrace with a partner.

4. Rainbow Garden Yogyakarta



Rainbow Park Monument Yogyakarta in Yogyakarta back yard, including destinations that are new. Beautiful, as night falls this park will be filled with colorful light from the lanterns that meet this park. Simply by paying $ 10,000, spent the night with lanterns beautiful Yogyakarta various forms in Taman Pelangi.

5. Sky Bar Hotel All Seasons Yogyakarta



If you have more budget, try a romantic dinner at the Sky Bar, Hotel All Seasons Yogyakarta. Place this dinner provides an open space that shows the most romantic evening ambiance. The outdoor pool also adds a chic atmosphere at Sky Bar.

Panorama was the perfect night when the lights of the city of Yogyakarta began to appear. If you want to eat dinner here should you arrive before sunset. Because of this viewpoint, the sunset will look more beautiful and gorgeous. Perfect!

     Market Night Celebration Sekaten (PMPS) or better known as Sekatenan is an annual event in commemoration of Prophet Muhammad SAW Maulid. Sekatenan held in the square are two palaces, the Yogyakarta and Surakarta.

     Sekatenan was originally held as part of syi'ar Islam. But this time, Sekatenan better known as a party of the people.

     For me, the origin Bantul Solo student who likes photography, definitely will not miss this annual folk festival performances. Unique and interesting! Residents enjoy a cornucopia of rides and games there.

     Some people might consider Sekatenan less attractive, or tend to be boring. Events, rides, and indeed almost the same suasanannya each year. But for local residents, would bring fresh Sekatenan. Moreover, for those who live in remote villages, far inland. Sekatenan is entertainment for them, and for me is always fun.

     Saint Louis Senior High School building located on Jl Special Police, City of Surabaya, became a tourist attraction when the weekend comes. Besides the historical sights, the school is also a place people sell nan deliciously sweet salad.

     The school building is one of the assets of tourism in the city of Surabaya. In addition to regular function as a means of education, the school is so tourist attraction because of its history. This is evident from the ancient architecture of the building, but still maintained until now.

     On holidays, Saint Louis high school visited by many tourists. Besides enjoying the beauty of the building, visitors also come to enjoy the delicious sweet salad.

     As the provincial capital of Maluku, Ambon has extensive natural breathtakingly beautiful. Green trees and beautiful beaches are easily found there. There are also several historic sites such as Fort Amsterdam. Ambon really Manise!

     When I said it would be a vacation with the family to Ambon, the same comments appear from relatives and friends: Why should the Ambon? Not afraid of? But I have a strong intention to Ambon. My family had never been to Ambon did before, this certainly will be an interesting adventure.

     After a holiday in Bali with Garuda flying early days, we then change planes in Makassar and arrived at the airport Pattimura, Ambon in the morning. After that, we go directly to the local sights.

     Ambon surrounded by green trees and blue sea. Along the way, each of the houses far away. The road is sometimes uphill, sometimes downhill. In Ambon there are Muslim and Christian settlements, and some even called Post Gaza, as in Palestine. In the post there tersebutlah settlement of the two religions. Remarkably, both Ambonese Moslems or Christians are very welcoming and friendly!

     Come to Amsterdam at Hila, not far away there is an old church and a mosque Wapauwe Kaitetu Hila. The mosque was first established in 1414 in Wawane and transferred by Imam Rijalli Tawalla in 1614 to the east Wawane. According to the story in 1664 down to Atetu mosque, the mosque did not use special nails.

     In addition, you can also come to Swimming Morea Giant Tulehu. There ada large eel, eel was just going out after mencium pounded tang fish-mashed.

    Come also to the natural hot springs to refresh the body. After that, the afternoon came to the beach in the village of Suli Natsepa to play boat. Do not forget to menyicipi Natsepa a marinade salad shake up the tongue.

    The next day, continue your tour to the beach Liang. There mata we can see directly the coral reefs and fish and starfish on the sea floor of the boat. The water is clear green like a giant pool. In the vicinity there Seram Island and small islands. Subhanallah

     We went on a trip to the City of Doors, in which there is a large rock overlooking the sea with a large aperture. After that, there Santai Beach, and Stone Capeu (that looks like a hat).

     Do not forget to take pictures of Martha Christina Tiahahu, a national hero woman from Maluku. Then juga portrait monument of national hero Pattimura and Peace Gong. After that, you can stop at the square in front of the Ambon mayor's office to take pictures with the words Ambon Manise as a memento.

     As input for Maluku government, good for more serious manage tourism potential. I gregetan, because each visit tourist sites, without tickets, we asked for money as the cost of entry and stall guard or taken by locals who felt his home near the tourist spots.

     Instead, local governments are aggressively promoting potential of Maluku. When travelers arrive, then the community can improve their living standards.

Next time, for sure my family will come back to Ambon. Heart has been moored in the peaceful Ambon. Katong basaudara and bye Ambon

     Located in the south of Yogyakarta, Beach Indrayanti offering views sea views. Not only that, there was no dusk to be missed. The white sand beaches combined with the typical twilight, romantic!

     In December 2012 when I visited the beach Indrayanti. Although the weather was a bit overcast, but it did not deter me to enjoy the beautiful beach Indrayanti.

     Travelling from the entrance to the beach Indrayanti far enough, but it takes a long time. Our journey passes through hills and paddy fields on the left and right of the road.

     I arrived at the beach at dusk ahead Indrayanti. Once arrived at the beach, I was immediately swim. The beach is quite gentle and decorated the white sand beaches along the lip. Very exciting swim at this beach!

     After swimming, I immediately take photos on the beach. The bright color of the twilight sky into a picture object so natural and perfect. The hills on the left and right coast Indrayanti beach adds to the elegance.

     No need to go far away to China to see the Great Wall. In Dublin, there are bunch Koto Gadang similar to the Chinese wall. This is a new tourist area. Sianok canyon scenery of there was clearly visible.

     Regions and Agam Bukittinggi, West Sumatra has a new tourist area. His name was something like the China wall. But the Koto Gadang perhaps more beautiful, scenic canyon Sianok and green trees stretching. This tourist attraction was inaugurated MCIT Tifatul Sembiring.

     'Great Wall' who also called this bunch, connects Dublin and Agam. If from Bukittinggi, located not far from the hole Japan.

     Entering this area, visitors will go through the way downhill. Then meet with panoramic canyon Sianok, rice with beautiful cliffs. Total, the distance to complete the Great Wall is about 1 Km. But impassable terrain is quite challenging, suitable for tracking.

     In addition, there is also a suspension bridge and a tall staircase. Some points were prepared outposts, for a place to rest while enjoying the view of the river, rice fields, and cliffs. Indeed, strong stamina necessary to explore this place.

     Inauguration tourism is also done with casual street event. Thousands of people participated in this event. There is a 5 door prize umrah packages, motor, and HP. In the event, present Chairman of DPD Irman Gusman, Refrizal legislators and local head of the region.

     "This is expected to boost the region's economy. Hopefully people can take advantage of these attractions," said Tifatul Sembiring, who is also the son of Bukittinggi.

     Mount Bromo is one of the favorite tourist destinations in East Java. Not only local tourists, tourists from around the world were competing to come here. They come to see the beautiful sunrise Bromo worldwide.

     Mount Bromo is one of the prime tourist spot in East Java. The place is located in the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, in the eastern city of Malang. The beauty of this mountain is not only lure local tourists, even many from overseas.

     Mount Bromo (from Sanskrit or Old Javanese is Brahma, one of the Main Hindu Gods), is a volcano is still active and most famous as a tourist attraction in East Java. Bromo has a height of 2392 meters above sea level is located in four regions, namely Probolinggo, Pasuruan, Lumajang and Malang.

     Form of 'body' Mount Bromo mesh between valleys and canyons with a caldera, or a sea of ​​sand covering approximately 10 square kilometers.
Mount Bromo has a crater with a diameter of about 800 meters (north-south) and approximately 600 meters (east-west). While the danger area, a circle with a radius of 4 km from the central crater of Bromo.

     Cold, that's how you'll feel when you first get out of the car. The temperature here reached 10 degrees Celsius, you should prepare for cool clothes, hats skullcaps, gloves, socks, scarves to cope. But, if you forget the equipment, there are many peddlers offering wares such as hats, gloves, or scarves.

     Trip to Mount Bromo, would be complete if it did not feel the sunrise from climbing. Ridge hill climbing is a direct visual access to the Mount Semeru, Mount Bromo and Mount Batok. when he got on top of climbing, there are many shops serving coffee or hot tea and a fire to keep warm while waiting for the sun tebitnya.

     Watching the sunrise is an interesting event. The proof, the visitors are willing to wait since at 05.00 in the morning facing east, so as not to lose this moment. You also do not always get to see this event, because if the cloudy sky, the appearance of the sun is not seen clearly.

     However, when the sky is clear, you can see the sun sphere. First of all just as small blotter matches, slowly enlarge and eventually form a complete circle and enlighten. So we can see the view of the mountains in this region.

     Finished watching the sunrise, you can go back down the mountain and to Mount Bromo Pananjakan. Sunlight can make you see the scenery around. You will pass through the sea of ​​sand which covers 10 km square. Arid areas filled with sand and only a little overgrown grasses that dry out. Wind, making the sand fly and can be difficult for you to breathe.

     To reach the foot of Mount Bromo, you can not use the vehicle. Instead, you should hire a horse at a price of Rp 80,000 or when feeling strong, you can choose to walk with the challenges of the scorching sun, distances, and the flying dust

     Arriving at the foot of Bromo to see the crater, you have to climb the ladder whose numbers reach 250 stairs. At the top, you can see the crater of Mount Bromo that emit smoke. You can also glanced down, and saw the sea of ​​sand with a temple in the middle. Really incredibly rare and extraordinary that we can enjoy!

     What comes to mind when you hear the Kuta Beach, Bali? Usually the traveler to spend time there with spending time relaxing. Moreover, it turns out there are 4 exciting events at Kuta Beach know!

     Who knows how many times you to Bali, it feels afdol would not otherwise visit Kuta Beach. Located in Kuta, Badung regency, this beach will not be empty. From early morning until late at night, there's always tourists from home and abroad who come to this beach.

     Indeed, most of them are usually just sit on the beach to spend time. Conversation between friends or just play sand, make Kuta Beach favorite hangout. However, it turns out there are fun activities you can do in Kuta Beach. detikTravel try these activities some time ago.

Here are four fun activities besides swimming at Kuta Beach:

1. Sports morning

If you stay in the Poppies Lane, install an alarm to wake up in the morning. Around 07.00 pm, step your feet to the beach. Kuta streets are still quiet vehicle completely different in another setting in the evening.

Arriving at the beach, breathe fresh air deeply. Ahh .. In the morning, not many a traveler passing by here. You can count them on the fingers. At this morning as Kuta Beach a 'large field' to exercise. You will see the Caucasians, be it man or woman who was jogging on the beach.

Naturally, with a splash of sunlight, the roar of the waves, and the air is cool, Kuta Beach is a great place to burn fat. Body feels more fresh and dripping sweat profusely. Besides jogging, there are also some that just the morning or surfing there. Usually, this sport activity done at around 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. local time. Let's sports in Kuta Beach!

2. Learning to surf

Want good at surfing or surfing? Come to Kuta Beach. On this beach, lined the surfers who are ready to teach you to glide over the waves. Learning to surf is an exciting and challenging activities.

You will be invited to conquer the waves at Kuta Beach. Indeed, not high and big waves, but you will be taught how to put on a surf board properly. Do not be shy, there are a lot of tourists learning to surf well here.

For beginners, learning to surf is really challenging. You will be taught maintain balance on the board, while occasionally falling into the water. If interested, you can follow the course of surfing at Kuta Beach at a cost starting at Rp 150 thousand.

3. Sun

If this activity is not foreign at Kuta Beach. During the day and the sun overhead position, foreign tourists will strewn beach. They were sunbathing and enjoying the heat of Kuta.

Usually, most of the sun here is the female tourist. With a sexy bikini, they let the sun burn skin. If you want you can try and feel the sensation.

Activities sun is starting to become a favorite activity at Kuta Beach. Even though it was full of Kuta beach by tourists, lovers of sunlight will remain lying on the sand and enjoying the tropical sun.

4. Hunting sunset

Sunset Kuta Beach is very beautiful style. Prepare the camera, because every second of this sunset view will reveal a fascinating evening light.

The sky is orange indicating the seconds the Sun sank. The roar of the waves into the rhythm of nature as the sun was going down. Golden red streaks, looks serene orb surrounds the sun is ready to go home.

Without rocks, in front of you is the sky and the seas are illuminated at dusk. Tourists from home and abroad were amazed at Kuta Beach sunset, how about you?

For those of you who are planning to come to Kuta beach holidays, do not miss the four activities. Fun again, these activities can be done all day long. Exciting!

   Variety of festivals that showcase the culture and natural beauty of Indonesia, will be the type trend. Even during the year 2013, there are many festivals that will make your vacation more exciting!

   Prepare a notebook and pen! This exciting 12 trips in Indonesia in 2013 by Events Calendar Kemenparekraf:

1. January



Earlier this year a lot of areas that have not held a festival. But, does not mean you are off on vacation. At the end of this month, Thursday, January 24, 2013 there was a national holiday Prophet Muhammad's Birthday. For the day Friday, January 25, 2013 called the 'day kejepit'.

Since the rainy season is still going on until February 2013, should you choose a destination that is close to Jakarta. For example, you select the city of Bandung, Yogyakarta or Jakarta remained as an alternative.

2. February

Travel lovers of water sports, free time to prepare for the 10 to 16 February 2013. On that date will be held Neptune Regatta, regatta cross the equator. Participants from around the world will be sailing with yachts (ed: small cruise).

"The route around the Riau Islands and much more, to cross the Equator line. Participants will start from Batam, we will welcome at the finish line which is also in Batam February 16 that," said Director of Development Special Interest Tourism, Conventions, Incentives and Events, Ministry Tourism and Creative Economy (Kemenparekraf) Achyaruddin to detikTravel.

3. March

Satisfied across the equator, in March in time for your adrenaline Pasola Festival in Sumba, NTT. You can test the mettle in battle with the natives Sumba horses or just watch. Fesatival this will be an unforgettable experience fun while on vacation. Try the thrill of fighting on horseback in the middle of the savanna Sandelwood Sumba.

4. April

In April, the time for people of Ternate in North Maluku birthday party celebrating the Sultan of Ternate in the Festival Legu Gam. There's nothing wrong if you mingle in this party of the people of Ternate. Tourists and communities Ternate will gather in Kedaton or field Ngaro Lamo. Various pertujukan arts and culture, eskpedisi Legu Gam diving, boat races, and more, ready to enliven the birthday party the Sultan of Ternate. Exciting!

5. May

North Maluku unfinished give special offerings for tourists. Quoted from the site Jailolo Bay Festival 2013, an annual cultural festival in West Halmahera will take place on 16-18 May 2013. A wide range of competitions and fun activities, such as diving, rowing, traditional dance, and many more could a traveler enjoy. In addition, the traveler who comes to the festival will also be invited to see the natural beauty and rich culture of West Halmahera.

6. June



Prepare the adventurous! two grand event, Day Festival in West Sumatra and Papua Lake Sentani Festival ready for action in June. For those of you who like cycling please come to Day Festival. In a sport tourism event, the traveler can bike and enjoy nature Bukittinggi, Singkarak, Harau Valley and other attractions.

If you want a close look at the lives of the tribes of the tourism area of ​​Lake Sentani, Jayapura, come to Lake Sentani Festival. Lake Sentani Festival featuring a variety of performances and cultural exhibits, tours, exhibitions economic product, as well as culinary Papua.

7. July



No less with the carnival in Rio de Janeiro and Fastnach in Cologne, Germany, Indonesia has Jember Fashion Carnaval. Curious? There should be a set up time in July, for a trip to Jember, East Java. Not a few foreign tourists visiting Jember fashion lovers when the carnival is in progress. You can mingle with people, tourists, and the models demonstrate the unique clothes. Awesome!

8. August

Not to be outdone by Festival Pasadena, U.S., Indonesia has Tomohon International Flower Festival in North Sulawesi. The festival can be a fun destination while on vacation in August.

Not only that, Baliem Valley Festival in Jayawijaya, ready to welcome the traveler who came to Papua in August. Baliem Valley charming, looks festive by displaying a variety of races and craft Dani. Visitors will also be on display a variety of performances, such as burning stone, pig races, and many more. So, want to choose where to go?

9. September

In September, it's time you vacation to the western end of Indonesia. Sabang International Regatta III in Sabang, Aceh, will color your vacation. Sabang Regatta is part of an international yacht race from Phuket, Thailand and ending in Pulau Weh, Sabang. In this event, the traveler who came from different parts of the world presented the beauty of the beaches of Sabang and Aceh.

10. October



Success in 2012, Festival and Festival III Kintamani Lake Batur in Kintamani, Bali, again held in October this year. The beauty of nature and life around Lake Batur, a selling point for tourists. He cried again, you can see the Kintamani dogs are cute. Do not forget, two entries in the festival schedule your vacation in the month of October!

11. November



East Nusa Tenggara, ready to attract the attention of tourists in the month of November. Travelers who vacation to NTT will be greeted with 3 exciting festival, the Festival Timoresia 2013 in Atambua, Festival Kelimutu in Flores, and Komodo Carnival in Kuala Lumpur. All three will be presenting a variety of cultural attractions, memerkan NTT tourism potential, and introducing animals dragons closer to the traveler.

12. December

Late in time to close the book. But, the traveler could end the year at the holiday destination of choice. You are free to choose the style of holiday you want. Want to celebrate the New Year with a party, Bali and Lombok be the right choice. But if you want a quieter atmosphere, you can choose the island that still quiet like, Samalona in South Sulawesi Island and Pulau Moyo in NTB.

    As the highest peak on the island of Java, Mahameru or the peak of Mount Semeru is one of the points required for the climbers. Travel weight with difficult terrain will not be worth the time to reach the peak of satisfaction.

    This trip is one adventure that will not be forgotten. We passed Ranu Kumbolo, Kalimati, and Arcopodo in an effort to conquer the highest peak on the island of Java, namely Mahameru, the summit of Mount Semeru.

    The climb starts from the village of Overlapping, Malang, East Java. By using the jeep, we were heading towards the village of Ranu Pane to report on the slopes of Mount Semeru. Subsequently, steps were climbing towards Ranu Kumbolo we started.

    After arriving at the lake Ranu Kumbolo very famous for its beauty, the journey we continue towards Kalimati. This is the last camp before the summit ground attack towards the highest peak.

    Traveling to the Raja Ampat Islands, West Papua, requires no small cost. The high cost of the aircraft, boat, and the resort, made the traveler bite the fingers. But do not worry, there are 3 cheap accommodation there to save costs. Want to know?

    Raja Ampat is famous beauty reached the ears of foreign traveler. There you can play on the islands with white sand, dive look unique animals such as the carpet sharks, or looking at beautiful islands of height.

    However, the high cost of transport and accommodation into several obstacles. Just imagine, the normal cost of a round-trip ticket from Jakarta to West Papua to touch the figure of $ 6 million. In addition, boat rental can range from Rp 1-6 million, and its luxury resorts fix prices ranging from Rp 1 million per night.

    But, it turns out there are some cheap hotels in Raja Ampat. Cost per night had ranged from Rp 350.000 to Rp 500.000. detikTravel opportunity to come to the inn-lodging is some time ago. Although cheap, around lodgings no beach and clear sea.

Here are three cheap lodging in Raja Ampat:

1. Waiwo Dive Resort, Waisai



Waiwo Dive Resort is a resort at a low cost. The resort is located on the island of Waisai, which is the center of the capital of Raja Ampat. The people of the Port or the Port Tourism Waisai, this resort can be reached by car about 30 minutes.

"This is the cheapest resort in Raja Ampat and also has an Indonesian. Stay here costs Rp 450.000 per person per night," said Berto, dive guide and manager of the resort to the detikTravel some time ago.

Here there are 12 cottages, which can be filled in one cottagenya 3-4 people. Facilities within cottagenya was the mattress, fan, and a bathroom. Green forest atmosphere, a refreshment while you sit in front of the cottage.

Fun again, the resort is situated on the beach. The sand beach is very white and soft. You can swim and relax on the beach until satisfied. In addition, you can also feed the fish in a small pier on the beach. Staying take bread or biskuti, and throw into the water. Before long, the fish with a wide variety of colors and sizes to come over. Funny!

"Here can also snorkel, it costs Rp 50.000 per day to rent the equipment. For diving package can, including boat diving 1-4 times the price of Rp 550.000 per person," said Berto said.

2. Homestay in New Arborek




If you want to interact more closely with the Raja Ampat, you can spend the night in a homestay on the island Arborek. The island is located about 1 hour from the island Waisai. You can rent a boat to come to this island.

"We're here homestay, rate of Rp 350 per room per person. A room can be filled with two people, and includes a meal," said village chief Arborek, David.

Interestingly, Arborek island itself is an island filled with white sand. No matter where your feet go, there's only white sand in front of the eyes. Gorgeous!

In Arborek, you can also swim and snorkel around the beach, one is a beautiful spot near the pier. Look at the large starfish and a clown fish or better known as nemo fish. Coral reefs are also a wide variety of forms. Gorgeous!

In addition, there is a near Arborek Manta Point. That's where you can dive to a depth of 15 feet to meet manta fish with a large size. You can swim and see the behavior of fish the size of many meters panjanya them. Play bubbles coming from your diving equipment to the gills of fish manta. Look, the fish also seemed to dance for joy because it tickled by the bubbles. It's funny.

Arborek also known as craftsmen hat. You can buy hats Arborek typical, large size and shaped like a manta fish. It cost about Rp 250.000 - Rp 400.000 . Hats are unique and must be purchased.

3. Homestay in Sawing Rai



One more cheaply homestay in Raja Ampat, namely on the island of Sawing Rai. Unlike Arborek homestay located on the coast, homestay in Sawing Rai situated on the sea water at the shoreline. You can see the clear blue sea water with fish swimming from the room. Awesome!

"For the homestay, it costs Rp 500.000 per person per night. Homestay There are 5 here," said the chief Sawing Rai, Louis Dimara.

One of the activities you can do in your room is near the fish feeding or feeding fish. You will be given wheat dough by his mama (call for adult women) there. Fulfill your hand by the mixture then dip in the water, the fish will soon come bite-bite your finger. Geli!

In addition to diving and snorkeling, you can also see the activity bird watching or bird of paradise close. No need binoculars, as birds of paradise is only two meters above you.

"Looking at it as a bird of paradise at 7 a.m. to 09:00 am and from 16:00 to 17:00 CEST pm CDT, and the weather should be sunny. If you want to feed the fish and see birds of paradise, just pay Rp 100.000" said Louis.

Well, that's three cheap lodging in Raja Ampat. Not only cheap, but there are plenty of fun activities you can do around the inn. Let's go down to the Raja Ampat!