Reasons To Visit Indonesia
Heading up Krakatau is like trekking over Mars and as the guides tell you once you get half way: "No further or our boots melt". The basic nature of camping out on the island is outshone by the fact you will probably be the only people staying overnight and will be sleeping just metres from the ocean in the shadow of a volcano. A beautiful coral reef around one side of the island offers excellent snorkelling and the views over to the peak of the smoking Anak Krakatau are superb.
The most obvious choice for a beach destination in Indonesia would be the island of Bali. Places like Seminyak, Sanur and Jimbiran are idyllic retreats.
Indonesia is scattered with many temples and ancient monuments. Perhaps the most famous is the vast pyramidal structure of Borobudur, considered to be one of Southeast Asia’s greatest religious relics. Hundreds of Buddha images stare impassively out over the plains and the detailed galleries and terraces that lead up to its central stupa tell tales of ancient gods and battles.
There is never really a 'bad' time to go to Indonesia and the weather is good during the British summer months unlike many other Southeast Asian destinations. Even during the wet season, the rain won't dampen the enjoyment of your holiday as it falls in short downpours and it means that the scenery around you will be lush and colourful.
Indonesia is home to some incredible wildlife and the national parks in Kalimantan and Sumatra are some of the best places to see it. Trek through jungles, rivers and waterfalls on foot or by elephant to discover the wonders of nature from the orang-utan to the world's largest flower.
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The royal city of Yogyakarta is one of Asia’s treasures. Old houses, museums and handicraft shops dot the city with woodcarvings, paintings and silverwork amongst the crafts on offer.
This 22 room boutique property opened it's doors in 2010 and is set to become a new favourite of ours in Jogja.
Rumah Mertua ("The House of the Parent's-in-law") is a small boutique hotel with 11 comfortable bedrooms, small pool, spa and a traditional garden restaurant.
This historic colonial style hotel has been fully renovated. The hotel offers the facilities and comfort of a modern hotel while maintaining the traditions of the past. Many of the deluxe...
Located in the hills of Tanjungan village an hour from Yogyakarta, PLataran is a small boutique hotel overlooking the ancient relic of Borobudur.
Saraswati Borobudur is located just five minutes walk away from the ancient Buddhist relic of Borobudur. The 18 well appointed rooms at this boutique hotel are classically designed and set around an elegant courtyard and swimming pool.
Truly one of the best hotels in the world, Amanjiwo, the ‘peaceful soul’ is set in the rural heartland of Central Java. The cultural towns of Yogyakarta and Solo are both within easy...
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