Bali Exploring Indonesia
Gay friendly Bali
Indonesia has a huge population and consequently a large gay population. The Jakarta Post talks about how the gay population is accepted and where the community is going. Bali being Hindu and a tourism center is a magnet for gays from all over Indonesia, with the Castro District (Seminyak) being the epicenter.
Date: July 17th, 2007 |
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Indonesia’s cultural sites need more attention
Indonesia has some of the world’s most diverse and unique natural sites as well as some really interesting man made cultural sites. Protecting and promoting these has not been a priority so far. An article in the Jakarta Post talks about the problem.
Date: July 11th, 2007 |
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Crossing from Bali to Java
Bali and Java are separated by the Bali Strait, a narrow stretch of water only 3km across. Ferries operate 24 hours a day and can be accessed simply by arriving and buying a ticket. Cars, trucks and motorbikes can also roll up and get on without too much of a hitch.
Date: July 4th, 2007 |
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Tembowong, Bangko Bangko & Pandana: SW Lombok
Bangko Bangko is the location of the famous Desert Point surf break in SW Lombok. Surfers and other visitors arriving from Bali and intending to get to Bangko Bangko, can find accomodation at the village of Tembowong, which is 11km west of Taun. The Putri Duyung Homestay (0812 - 3752459) offers simple cold water mandi rooms with traditional toilet for a bargain price. This is also a good stop off point if you are looking to explore Gili Gede, another island offshore. Boats can be arranged for a day, prices negotiable.
Date: March 13th, 2007 |
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Map of Java
Here is a map of Java featuring cities, towns, roads and train lines.
Date: July 11th, 2007 |
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Different impressions from Indonesia
There are 6 billion realities on this planet. One man’s heaven is another man’s hell and travelling in Indonesia can be both heaven and hell. Two articles about travelling in Indonesia, one in Yogya, the other in Bali, caught my eye. One couple’s bad time seemed to go on and on, the other couple couldn’t get enough of what was going on.
Date: April 4th, 2007 |
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SW Lombok
Visible from the east coast of Bali, the SW corner of Lombok offers an entirely different experience in terms of culture and scenery. Complete with quiet bays, white sand beaches, a tranquil village style and half a dozen small islands, SW Lombok can be the break you’re looking for.
Date: March 13th, 2007 |
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