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Gas Fumes

by pangtidor

There is no strict rule or registration for the automobile engine capability or the terrible amount of gas fumes produced by any automobiles in Indonesia. As long as the automobile can still run on the street, it is considered as a good automobile. Besides that, the premium gasoline will not be the most popular on the buyer list. No wonder you will still see the old year series cars with unbelievable noise and unbearable gas fumes. Anywhere in the country, gas fumes could be intolerable for you when you are trapped in the traffic. If you are going for the city road trip with the motorcycle where you can expect more traffic on the roads, be prepared with the nose-mouth cover. Furthermore, the gas fumes could irritate your eyes too. Some people may be feeling dizzy for the gas fumes, perhaps it will be ok for the other travelers.

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Moslem Law (Syariat) Areas

by pangtidor

Indonesia is a democratic country with the most populous Moslem country in the world. Nevertheless, you have to know that in Indonesia there are few places that are ruled by the moslem law (Syariat). For meantime, the areas are NAGGROE ACEH DARUSSALAM AND BANTEN provinces. Some part of Banten will be liberated (Jakarta International airport and nearby), but its remote areas, the moslem law is strictly applied. Many restrictions will be there within Moslem law and there will be a special court and police (WH=Waliatul Hisbah=Syariat Police), separated from Indonesia general constitutions. You have to be careful with the dress codes (especially for ladies), wear the loose ones and covering your hands and legs. Unrelated unmarried man and woman should not be together in a room and the curfew time may be there. Be alert and respect the Moslem praying times (five times a day). Kissing in...

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THE ELECTRICITY

by pangtidor

The electricity voltage in Indonesia is 220V 60Hz with two rounded prong plug (see the picture). Most of the receptacle will be provided for that kind of plug. You may find the adaptor for three squared prong plug in the supermarkets/shopping centers even in the provinces BUT IT WILL BE DIFFICULT FOR YOU TO GET THE US PLUG TYPE (THE TWO SQUARED PRONG PLUG) ADAPTOR. Make sure you will bring the adaptor from your home country. Some international flights and a domestic flight (Garuda Indonesia) will sell the universal adaptor onboard in case you forget to bring it. The universal adaptor could be found in the business center of 3+ stars hotels. Check your appliances power too (hair dryer, chargers, or other electronic devices), especially if you are a backpacker or going to stay in a home stay/Indonesian relatives-friends houses. Some houses, especially in the villages will just have less...

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RABIES

by pangtidor

Visiting the traditional/remote villages could be a challenge to some people. On the other hand, it could be a dangerous trip. Many pets like dogs, cats or monkeys are not vaccinated with the rabies vaccine. It is not only in the villages but also in some cities. Some abandoned dogs or cats will be everywhere on the streets too. Many houses haven’t been reached by the public health for rabies vaccine. Some will not bring the pets for vaccination intentionally because they think the vaccine will kill their pets. Whenever you get an animal bite in Indonesia, visit the nearest hospital/public health, they will clean the bite wound appropriately and will give you the things you have to do next. Ask the pet’s owner if the pet is vaccinated or not. Bring the walking stick with you or ask the local people for help, they do know which ones are biting.

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Jeep rental

by shoguneye

Apparently some innovative locals will disconnect a cable under your car so it won't start and then offer an expensive service to repair the damage. The person I rented from gave me a tutorial on the scam which I didn't experience in a week driving around Bali. I forget the actual details but ask the vendor for info on this type of thing.

The Beach

by pangtidor

With 17,000+ islands and the territory of 80% sea, the beach is definitely one of the main attractions in Indonesia. Most Indonesians are still conservative so try not to be topless (for the ladies) at the public beaches. Though you may see the topless ladies at the Bali beaches, you have to see the local people’s look toward them. Some domestic (Indonesia) tourists visit there intentionally just to see the topless. I’ve heard there are some private beaches where nude people will be allowed in some areas but I haven’t seen them for sure. Anyway, for your safety avoid the nudity and intimacy at the Indonesia’s beaches. Use the good sunblock (SPF 15+ with UVA and UVB) and good shades. DO LISTEN TO THE WARNINGS BY THE LOCAL PEOPLE IF THEY THINK IT’S NOT SAFE FOR YOU TO SWIM. THEY KNOW BETTER THAN YOU. The tourist spot beaches may be clean (not all) but you could see dirty ones of the other...

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Street Kids

by pangtidor

Some Indonesians are still living under the poverty line and it could be the reason for some parents to let even force their kids to work. You may see the street kids in the big cities as the street vendors, shoes’ polishers or beggars. Jakarta is starting the new law that fines the people who give some money to the beggars. Nevertheless, in many occasions (like my last Indonesia vacation), you will be approached (still) by the street kids in some different ways. Some kids will knee down and offer you to polish your shoes (it happened to me in Jakarta International Airport), some will sell the things at the traffic lights or public places, some will sing (and you are expected to give them some money), and the others will just simply pull your shirt and ask for money. You may buy something you need from them if you want to, For the others, you may feel pity on them but stay away from them...

Visiting The Sacred Places

by pangtidor

Many Indonesians still believe the superstitious and myth stories from the ancient time, living as the religious ones too. Some places are still believed to be kept as the sacred ones like the mosques, the temples, the tombs of the religious leader, or the cemetery complex of the noble families. Whenever you travel and visit the sacred places, you have to be ‘clean’ in some ways too. The ladies with the period are prohibited to enter the places. For men and women, shorts are not allowed so you may bring your own cloth/sarung to wrap around your waist to cover your legs. Some places will ask you to remove your sandals/shoes and prohibit you to take some pictures too. Ask the attendants of those places. Some places will have some superstitious things too. Don’t wear any specific color (green or red) at some places, don’t go with your boyfriend/girlfriend at some temples before your...

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Sandals/Shoes Off Please

by pangtidor

Some Indonesians are still keeping and enjoying their traditional/modest way no matter how rich they are. Sitting and eating on the floor during family gathering can be seen in some areas until now. Just respect your host. Whenever you see many sandals/shoes on the front door and your hosts are barefoot in the house, remove your sandals/shoes at the front door too. You should do the same during the rainy season, when your sandals/shoes carry mud with them. Removing your sandals/shoes before entering any sacred places would be mandatory (mosques and temples). Ask somebody so you will not be seen as the disrespectful one.

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Mosquitoes' Diseases

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Dengue fever and malaria are two of the scariest regular endemic that have killed many people, especially during the rainy season. The rainy season will be around October to March. They are transferred by the bite of infected mosquitoes, usually during the day time. Bring a good mosquito repellent with you or sleep in the mosquito net if possible. You may buy local anti mosquito lotion (AUTAN) or spray (BAYGON). Get medical advice for malaria precaution drug whenever you travel to Papua or Kalimantan.

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Q:  Hello Folks, I am going to Indonesia and want an idea as to what is a realistic daily budget, a little further... 

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A: Motorcycle may cost you around 30-50k + 10k for the petrol. Say 50k on average for both basic accommodation will be around 100k-150k 30k-50k for the food so 300k... 

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