Pulau Bintan Travel Guide

 
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  • A Perfect Day
      A Perfect Day
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  • Mayang Sari Beach
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  • the view
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Pro

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  Very relax and friendly environment 


Con

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  You don't really see true Indonesian hospitality in the resorts 


In a nutshell

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  A heaven for resort and spa visitors 

 

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Things to Do  

For Golf lovers

For Golf lovers, Pulau Bintan

 lynnehamman Says:  There are world class Golf courses at Bintan Island......At least one belongs to the Bintan Island Resort.Designed by Jack Nicklaus, the course offers sculptured bunkers, a strategic use of the natural landscape and some unique water hazards. The Par 72 has magnificent sea... 

Explore Bintan Lagoon’s Long White beach

Explore Bintan Lagoon’s Long White beach, Pulau Bintan

 kemisteryoso Says:  Bintan Lagoon's long white beach is very grand and quiet maybe because it was not crowded by the time of my visit. The sand is comparable to those of Boracay and Panglao. Rolling on the beach is very relaxing and one of the things I enjoyed the most. The water is very clear... 

Hotels  

Club Med Ria Bintan

 3 Reviews and 637 Opinions  I had done my bookings at Club Med Ria Bintan for 2 nights and 3 days from 16th – 18th July 2009. I... 

Nikoi Island

 1 Review and 206 Opinions  A short ferry ride from the main island of Bintan, Nikoi is a small island that caters up to 50... 

Restaurants  

Spice Restaurant, Mayang Sari: Nice Curry

Spice Restaurant, Mayang Sari: Nice Curry, Pulau Bintan

 Loops Says:  Spice seem to be doing a bit of a mix of Indonesian and Indian food at the moment. We ordered a prawn curry and a lamb curry (on the bone). Both were delicious and very spicy, which is how we like it. The lamb was very well cooked and fell off the bone, just as it should.... 

Kelong Seafood Restaurant: Try out the famous Gonggong!

Kelong Seafood Restaurant: Try out the famous Gonggong!, Pulau Bintan

 vayastra Says:  The location is remarkable beautiful, it locates by the sea, and they have their own pier for romantic dinner. it was so amazing!the food is excellent!, also the waiters are friendly..the only problem is that we have to pay in Singapore dollar!!..damn.. The Gonggong; it's... 

Nightlife  

Its a family entertainment at Club Med, Bintan

Its a family entertainment at Club Med, Bintan, Pulau Bintan

 Amar_kirale Says:  In the evening they have trapeze shows, dance where all guest can join the dance and enjoy, fashion shows, etc. Club Med have their own event management team who takes care of events on daily basis.The beach shack gets converted into a mini restaurant at night. Its has a... 

Transportation  

From Tenah Merah Terminal to Sri Bintan Pura Ferry

From Tenah Merah Terminal to Sri Bintan Pura Ferry, Pulau Bintan

 leahdominguiano Says:  If you're going to Bintan Agro Beach & Spa Resort:1. Proceed to Tenah Merah at the Singapore Cruise Center2. Book your ferry tickets on the spot (best to buy online ahead of time)Wavemaster, Falcon and Penguin (book here:... 

A Short Trip to Bintan

A Short Trip to Bintan, Pulau Bintan

 Aidy_p Says:  Taking just under an hour to get Bintan, the ferry provides a pleasant and comfortable ride to the resort island of Bintan. It's a resort where you'd get to see a large number of Singaporeans soaking in the sun.If you usually get sea-sick, you might like to take your sea... 

Singapore - Bintan by boat

Singapore - Bintan by boat, Pulau Bintan

 victorwkf Says:  There are several daily ferries from the Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal in Singapore to the Bandar Bentan Telani ferry terminal in northern Bintan inside the Bintan Beach International Resort area. The schedule of the ferries are at the website below and the cost is at the... 

How to get to Bintan

How to get to Bintan, Pulau Bintan

 kiwigal_1 Says:  The best way to get to Bintan is to travel via ferry from Singapore. We bought a package holiday from a New Zealand travel agent that included the ferry ticket from Singapore, transfers to the hotel and our accommodation. If you want to though you can book your ferry tickets... 

By Ferry to Bintan

By Ferry to Bintan, Pulau Bintan

 hassan_abu Says:  It was quite a pleasant 45 minutes ferry ride to Bintan. As you can see, we even enjoyed eating our Magnum ice-cream during the journey.Don't forget that Bintan time is 1 hour behind Singapore time. So adjust your watches accordingly.The ferry departs 5 times daily. Prices... 

Shopping  

Real Bandung Factory Outlet: Shop at the Factory Outlet!

Real Bandung Factory Outlet: Shop at the Factory Outlet!, Pulau Bintan

 dinida Says:  Mostly selling Men's, Women's and children's clothing here. It is definitely cheaper than buying at the other stores in Bintan plus its original (only because its rejected). Though the place is quite small, we spend about 1hour there only. No food here. 

Local Customs  

GREETINGS !

GREETINGS !, Pulau Bintan

 DAO Says:  Greetings can be a slightly complicated affair. ‘Selamat’ is the greeting word, but you must specify the time. • Selamat pagi = Good Morning• Selamat tengah hari = Good Afternoon (from noon to about 2pm)• Selamat petang = Good Afternoon/Good Evening• Selamat malam = Good... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Do I need my passport?

Do I need my  passport?, Pulau Bintan

 cybergenic Says:  International passports are needed for exit out of Singapore and entry into Bintan. Bintan is essentially part of Indonesia and considered an international port of call, where immigration clearance and approval is necessary. Indonesia has different visa requirements for... 

Don't Go deep in the sea

Don't Go deep in the sea, Pulau Bintan

 Amar_kirale Says:  There is a under current in the waters. Hence don't go deep into the sea unless you are wearing a life jacket. You can go upto 3 feet deep. Club Med has also mentioned a warning board and how to swimming back to the shore if you get caught in the current. But its always safe... 

Tourist Traps  

Not the pasar malam we're expecting

Not the pasar malam we're expecting, Pulau Bintan

 dinida Says:  The items are quite expesively priced..and they tell you that its already discounted heavily. I didnt buy much here except for the prawn crackers and a few souveniers(which is cheaper compared to the shop in Bintan Lagoon Resort). The other stuffs like shirts, dress...damn... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Tanjong Pinang: Get to Know the Real Bintan

Tanjong Pinang: Get to Know the Real Bintan, Pulau Bintan

 Aidy_p Says:  You will get to experience the real rough and tumble of Bintan once you leave the walls and barricades of Bintan Resort. Just in front of the gates were wooden huts with zinc roofs. The residents gaze seemed to have penetrated the tinted glass windows of our jeep. Shivers.... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Mana Mana Beach Resort: Water Sports in Bintan

Mana Mana Beach Resort: Water Sports in Bintan, Pulau Bintan

 bpacker Says:  Here's a list of sports activities I would indulge in Bintan. If I had the time. No matter, I'll list it down first and share the info first..If you're a Singaporean , crazy about water sports and young, you would have visited Bintan's mana mana beach club at least once.... 

Kayaking In Bintan

Kayaking In Bintan, Pulau Bintan

 DarkRay Says:  Kayaking is always one of the best ways to explore the coastline of any place. It is least intrusive to the ecology of the environment and offers an excellent manner for one to take in the sights and sounds offered by nature at a comfortable pace.Bintan with its clear waters... 

Favorites  

VISAs to enter Pulau Bintan

VISAs to enter Pulau Bintan, Pulau Bintan

 xuessium Says:  In a dramatic change to the current immigration rules, starting on January 26, 2010, foreign tourists from countries eligible for "visa-on-arrival" will now be given a 30 day visa that can be renewed for an additional 30 days.As part of the new changes the 7-day visa at... 

Visa on Arrival (Update July 2010)

Visa on Arrival (Update July 2010), Pulau Bintan

 princess_motomi Says:  Update on Indonesian visa-on-arrival (as of July 2010).Since beginning of 2010 only the 30 days visa-on-arrival to Indonesia is still available at 25 US$ per person. Exception for Bintan/Batam a 7-day visa at 10 US$ can be obtained for groups of 4 person or more. However... 

 
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 Welcome to the tropical paradise of Bintan Lagoon Resort. Set amongst more than 300 hectares of beachfront gardens, this deluxe Bintan resort offers a world of... 

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  Does anyone know if it is possible to bring one's own food from Singapore to Bintan for the BBQ? We will be staying in a villa... 

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A: As long as you don't bring durian to the boat, you won't have problem with other food. Durian is not allowed on the boat between SG and Pulau Bintan. 

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Monsoon Season in Pulau Bintan

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 Hahaha the above picture is just a joke to start this page. I got the pic in an email and found it very amusing, therefore put it in. It is monsoon season when we make our trip to Bintan, Mayang Sari... 

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IMPREXXION: PULAU BINTAN

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 ..."There are two parts of Pulau Bintan. The northern shore has been leased by an Indonesian-Singapore conglomerate since 1991 and quickly strewn with a range of resorts, attracting hordes of... 

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A Birthday Getaway

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 Note: This just a review of Angsana Bintan, I'm just too lazy to review Bayan Tree Bintan as well since I have to upload the pictures. Just take note that the accomodations are different. Banyan Tree... 

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Bintan Island Resort-Indonesia

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 We visited Bintan resort on 3rd Nov'05 and returned just yesterday. We were two families and needless to say, it was one of the best experience in terms of content and fulfillment. The resort is a... 

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