| A Subnis |
26 November 2003 |
Stayed at Bunga Permai - Bali, Indonesia.
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The best way to travel is by hiring a motorbike, very easy to maneuvre through the heavy Kuta traffic and also convenient across the small and narrow Bali roads.
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| F Vankleef |
26 November 2003 |
Stayed at Ramada Resort, Benoa - Bali, Indonesia.
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A chauffeur driven minibus will cost you 5 usd per hour. It is a good way a seeing the sights. Although Bali has small roads, very narrow and getting somewhere takes hours.
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| J Penninkhof |
09 November 2003 |
Stayed at Atlet Century Park Hotel - Jakarta, Indonesia.
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This is my first time in Jakarta and I am disapointed. Immigration were slow. When I ask the check in guy that I want an aisle seat as I was very sick, he didn't bother to assign me a good seat and put me in the middle of 5 seat row. Theer were plenty of empty aisle seat available. There are nothing much to see or do other than shopping. I travel down to Solo and I find that place much more interesting. I would skip Jakarta and probably go to Jogjakarta or Bali.
For those who love shopping, I would recommend Blok M mall, Times Square, Plaza Senayan, Plaza Indonesia.
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| H Kano |
30 October 2003 |
Stayed at Novotel Yogyakarta - Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
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Mahkota (formerly named Tiongsan) at Gandek'an that is close to Mlioboro St. would be the best selection for those who want to eat Chinese food with the moderate price.
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| S Adler |
30 October 2003 |
Stayed at Ibis Arcadia Hotel - Jakarta, Indonesia.
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Highly recommend Hasara Indian restaurant ($$$) next door. Oasis Restaurant ($$$$) on Jln Raden Saleh and Art and Curio Shop restaurant ($) on Jln Cikini 4?, both in Menteng close enough for becak transport. Also Cafe Batavia ($$) if you can manage to get north to Kota through the traffic.
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| L Kim ling |
29 October 2003 |
Stayed at Balihai Resort and Spa - Bali, Indonesia.
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Ubud must not be missed for those who like arts, paintings and appreciate the architecture. There are also beautiful temples to view eventhough not encouraged to enter. There is a lotus pond with a temple and restaurant near the market area. The temple is beautiful.
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| L Kim ling |
26 October 2003 |
Stayed at Sanur Paradise Plaza Hotel - Bali, Indonesia.
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It is rather easy to get around by yourself in Bali, the taxi drivers are helpful and friendly. This is good as I find that there is not much signboards on the road that shows the direction to the outskirts eg. Ubud & Tegalallang and as such driving on your own would be time consuming. Another factor is I find that the road from the airport to Sanur is poorly lighted at night. A visit to the Lembongan island - Coconut beach resort is breathtaking. The food prices at this restaurant is slightly pricey, but taking a walk of about 100m to bungalow 7 for meals is worth as it is cheap and good. I would recommend the mixed juice which is really tasty and refreshing.
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| J Sanchez mayoral |
07 October 2003 |
Stayed at Puri Bambu Hotel - Bali, Indonesia.
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Jimbaran is a beach located south of the airport (10 minutes by car). It's a really nice place to have dinner on the beach and eat fish and seafood in a great atmosphere. It is easy and cheap to travel around south Bali (Kuta, Seminyak, Legian, Sanur,etc) with a taxi (just control the switch the taximeter on). If you want to know a little about the island you should also visit Ubud, Mount Batur and the east beaches of the island (Amed is a quiet nice place perfect for diving). It is easy (and cheap) to rent a car at Kuta or directly at the Puri Bambu and driving around is quite a balinese experience.
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| J Orange |
06 October 2003 |
Stayed at Puri Santrian Beach Resort - Bali, Indonesia.
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I advise all to do the AJ Hacket Bungie Jump in Kuta.
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| D Nugraha |
04 October 2003 |
Stayed at Swiss-Belhotel Resort Bali Aga - Bali, Indonesia.
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Nusa Dua is more of a quiet location compared to Kuta where all of the bars, restaurants and shops are located. Kuta is about 30 minutes drive from Nusa Dua. Getting around can be done by taxi or rental car. If you are planning to stay more than 2 days, it is best to rent a car.
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