Fun and festivities in Indonesia - celebrations, festivals and cultural events
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1. A visa is required to enter Indonesia. You will need a passport and a couple of photos to make it. You can apply for a visa directly at the airport …
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Travelers with children who go on vacation to another country often care about the question of whether their children will be interested in vacation …
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Vacation in any country is impossible without shopping today. No tourist will refuse to bring a souvenir or a memento from a trip to foreign …
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Education Day (May 2), Children's Day (July 23), National Sports day (September 8), Armed Forces Day (October 5), and Women's Day (December 22) are also celebrated in Indonesia.
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The luxury hotels in Indonesia, deserving attention of the most discerning traveler.
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Pagan traditions are still strong in some regions. Several festivals and ceremonies dedicated to the celebration of the sea goddess Nyai Roro Kidul. The Muslim ceremony is held in the city of Yogyakarta in Java. Gifts to the Goddess are actually brought during it. These are fruits, flowers, and silk.
The best hideaways for couples in love, as well as top hotels for wedding and honeymoon.
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Fantastic City Tours and Excursions in Indonesia
Uniques spots of Indonesia
Senggigi Beach
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The Senggigi Beach, as well as the entire island of Lombok in general, is very popular among honeymooners. It’s not difficult to find a suitable location for a secluded relaxation even in high season. There are quite lively places with bars and … Read all
Statue of Christ Blessing
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The Statue of Christ Blessing is among the five largest statue of Jesus Christ in the world. It ranks in the top 10 tallest sculptures of Asia. The idea to build the unique monument in a small Indonesian town belonged to the representatives of the Christian movement of Manado and North Sulawesi Society and to Worship God. For … Read all
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Preferred to Open 9 New Hotels in 2022
In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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27.07.2024
In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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Attractions and entertainment in top cities of Indonesia
Retro is usually called the most popular night club in Jakarta. Music never stops here until early in the morning. This night club is equipped with an excellent bar that offers a huge choice of exotic cocktails and snacks. Fans of techno music will be definitely pleased with their visit to Sydney 2000 Club. The club has become a permanent venue for performances of popular disc jockeys. Every evening spent in Sydney 2000 will be truly unique. Zanzibar is another popular nightclub of the city. It … Read more
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As it was noted above, Surabaya doesn’t lack in variety of sports centers. The Taman Dayu golf center located in the picturesque suburb is in high demand. You can not only enjoy the game on the upscale course, but also relax from the hustle of big cities and enjoy the natural splendor. The Bukit Darmo golf center is also popular among guests of city. It features upscale equipment and is suitable even for experienced athletes. Fans of spa treatments won’t be bored too; they should definitely … Read more
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Those wishing to spend time away from the bustling city streets can be recommended to go on a trip to the islands of Nusa Penida. There are interesting excursions to the most beautiful natural places, as well as several beautiful beaches perfectly suitable for secluded relaxation. A wide choice of health treatments and sports entertainment are offered by BaliWellnessJourneys Center. It is very popular with supporters of an active lifestyle. Here visitors can enjoy massage rooms, a variety of … Read more
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Local parks and gardens are a wonderful destination for walking and cycling. Many parks have special areas for people who practice yoga. These are the places where you can enjoy peace and rest, and do meditation. The local restaurants and bars welcome their guests until late at night. Many gastronomic facilities also offer extensive entertainment programs to their visitors. Performances of music bands and theater groups, theme parties and various presentations will help to make your holiday … Read more
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Fans of spending time outdoors would like Jaya Ancol park, where a variety of rides is just huge. It is a suitable place to stay for both fans of thrill and for the youngest guests. Tourists who plan to go Bogor should definitely visit the local botanical garden, Kebun Raya. You won’t find such a variety of beautiful plants and flowers gathered in one place anywhere else on the island. Bandung features an interesting place for hiking next to volcano Tangkuban Praia; the city is famous for … Read more
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In the city of Palembang there is one of the most interesting and picturesque zoos. There are elephants and crocodiles, orangutans and bears, as well as exotic representatives of the local fauna among its inhabitants. Undoubtedly, the most attractive destination for foreign visitors remains Krakatoa volcano. Its last eruption was in 1883, after that a chain of small coral islands was formed near Sumatra. Currently, they are favorite tourist destinations, as there are wellness centers and … Read more
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Please notice, that only the north part of the island has the well-developed infrastructure for tourists and divers. Snorkeling fans will also like it here – multiple underwater world representatives, good visibility and an opportunity to easily rent a boat, creat almost perfect conditions. In the north part of Sulawesi, you can attend training in a diving school and get an international certificate. Though, if you don’t have any desire to dive or you got tired of all the beauty of the … Read more
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