Stories

  1. Soaking in steam: the best hot springs in Ciater, West JavaHigh in the hills above Subang, the Ciater area sits among tea plantations and volcanic ridges where sulphurous water bubbles up from the earth. Travellers who…
  2. The World Peace Gong and Bali's southern cultural landmarkRising from the dry limestone hills of Bali's southern Bukit Peninsula, the World Peace Gong is one of those rare Indonesian attractions that combines…
  3. Pearl Farming on the Tukang Besi Islands: A Wakatobi Travel GuideFar off the southeast coast of Sulawesi, scattered across the Banda Sea, the Tukang Besi Islands form the backbone of Wakatobi National Marine Park. Among…
  4. When to See the Javan Rhino in Ujung Kulon National ParkTucked into the far southwestern tip of Java, Ujung Kulon National Park shelters an animal so rare that even experienced rangers count individual sightings on…
  5. Exploring Gedung Sate: a Bandung icon for design enthusiastsBandung has long attracted travellers with its cool highland climate, leafy boulevards, and creative energy that sets it apart from Indonesia's busier urban…
  6. Exploring the Traditional Houses of Tongkonan in Tana TorajaHigh in the mountains of South Sulawesi, Tana Toraja is known for a distinctive architectural tradition shaped by ancestry, agriculture, ceremony and community…
  7. Air Terjun Madakaripura Waterfall: A Practical Probolinggo GuideAir Terjun Madakaripura is one of East Java’s most dramatic natural attractions: a tall waterfall hidden inside a narrow, moss-covered canyon near Probolinggo.…
  8. Beginner Sunrise Hikes on Mount Andong in Central JavaMount Andong rises to 1,726 metres in Magelang, Central Java, and is one of Indonesia’s most approachable volcanic peaks. The summit is high enough for…
  9. What to Pack for a Trek in Lorentz National ParkLorentz National Park in Papua is a very different trekking destination from a standard Indonesian holiday. The park stretches from tropical lowlands and…
  10. A Guide to the Floating Markets of the Martapura RiverSouth Kalimantan’s floating markets offer a glimpse of river life that feels very different from a standard shopping excursion. Small wooden boats, known…