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05-Sep-2010 20:00
flavio.montuschi1
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05-Sep-2010 20:00
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Next January in my way to The Philippines I am planning a one week stop over in Jakartato meet an Indonesian friend girl. Could you suggest a nice, clean and cheap (around 10-15 dollars can fit) accomodation in this city?? Any suggestion about nice spots/beaches to visit in the city or in its neighboroohds???
Thanks a lot
Flavio
05-Sep-2010 19:35
euniceloveu99
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05-Sep-2010 19:35
euniceloveu99
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I am going to Brunei on 10 Sept 2010.
My flight will reach Miri airport first on 9.35am 10 Sept 2010.
Is it possible for me to catch up the bus to Brunei since the bus is 10am?
If cant, we can I get the taxi to go in Brunei, how much does it cost?
Any recommended driver?We are 5 person here.
05-Sep-2010 17:41
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05-Sep-2010 19:06
helen66
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Hi Fellow travellers!
We just returned from a 4 week trip through the incredible Indonesia (Sumatra and North Sulawesi). In this post I will give a short overview of places we stayed and some other tips. Might post a more elaborate overview of our experiences later (or drop me an e-mail for more details!).
Medan - Deli River Hotel - EUR 50/night
Picked up by their driver (Erwin) at the airport. Nice Hotel with a great pool! No other guests, good restaurant. We chose to have them arrange our first transport, make sure to bargain, they start high!
Tangkahan - Jungle Lodge - 100k Rp
Really nice place in the midst of the jungle, we had the most basic room (6) but it's the one with most beautiful view of the surrounding jungle. The staff is not all that great, I'll get one of the staff appointed who will arrange every for you (and will hang around you when you are in the restau...
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05-Sep-2010 17:38
merrychris
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05-Sep-2010 17:38
merrychris
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hi everyone. im merry live in bali.
i have 1 room apartment available in semiyak area 20minutes from airport,15minutes to central kuta area.
the place very nice,clean,safe and quite.
i rent for $35 per night including big bedroom with double bed zise,aircone,hot water shower,separate living room with big sofa,tv,dvd,separate kitchen with refrige,dinning table.
the price without breakfast but u can cook inside.
that price much cheaper than you rent hotel with that fasilities.
if you interest pls confirm in here or send me email for book to merry_792003@yahoo.com
05-Sep-2010 17:11
Kipstey
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05-Sep-2010 18:12
bounty98
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Hi all
I am going to be in Manila next weekend and would like to watch my team in the first week of the NRL finals (Australian rugby league) on sunday afternoon. Any suggestions of a bar that would be showing the game? Preferably in Makati as that is where I will be staying (but I could also go elsewhere).
Thanks in advance!
Kirsty
Just a quick heads up. We were there a few days ago and a couple camping further along the beach from us had their rucksack taken from outside their tent in the middle of the night. We had camped in a group closer to the chalets and heard someone walking amongst our tents around 1am but they left when we got up to see who it was. Not sure how involved the island staff could be in any of these things but they were certainly indifferent to the couple as were the police who came out in the middle of the night to take a statement. If anyone owned a small boat they could make a good trade in stealing from tourists in this area so keep an eye on your stuff when you're camping on any of the islands!
i.
05-Sep-2010 15:43
imaginativeuser...
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05-Sep-2010 15:43
imaginativeuser...
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Seemingly everyone in Indonesia has mobile phones and I have not been able to find Skype at any hostel / hotel or internet cafe. What is the best way to make an international call in Indonesia and then Singapore, if I don't have a mobile?
Thanks,
H
05-Sep-2010 11:03
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05-Sep-2010 12:03
bitingbums
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Indonesia
hi all.
will be in bali for 2 more weeks and so far have been pretty floored by the exorbitant prices and what you get for the money. would like to avoid uber-crowds and commercialism in kuta. but dont want to pay more than $25/nt for that region.
is there a way to find serenity and enjoy bali without paying an (*&NG?? (mind you i am certainly not a seasoned traveler but still was surprised when compare with prices/accomo in thailand, cambodia, india, etc)
1. north legion/quiet budget place with a pool? or someplace cute to stay for $25-35?
currently we stayed at poppies lane one. but i travel for serenity and experience and the crowds make me mad as a hatter.
2. ubud. looking to stay at a place with views of rice paddy fields and clean, not in central necessarily, maybe a few min outside of ubud so i really get the feel of staying on or in the hill of rice paddy field....
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05-Sep-2010 10:12
earthboundblues
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05-Sep-2010 10:12
earthboundblues
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Indonesia
Hi Everyone,
I have recently returned from Bali, Denpasar to be exact. I rented an apt. for six months because it was cheaper and nicer than a hotel. I used it for 3 months and now it is available. It is located 10 min from Semenyak Beach and 15 min from Kuta, near BCP hotel. it is avail for 350,00 rupiah per night. (apx 35.00 USD). It is quiet, clean, safe, has its own kitchen (which you will usually never get in a budget hotel or hostel) and is centrally located. If you are interested you can contact my friend Merry. She lives in Bali and can help you with any arrangements you may need while on the island. Her contact is merry_792003@yahoo.com.
Happy Travels
Chris Cat
05-Sep-2010 09:58
callippo
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05-Sep-2010 20:14
callippo
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Philippines
snakes can have difficulty colonising islands. Witness Ireland - big island, but no snakes.
but in the Philippines, they haven't done too bad. Is there any one of the 7000 plus islands that don't have snakes?
05-Sep-2010 09:56
dbentess
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05-Sep-2010 13:09
edwinic
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Philippines
Hello everyone.
I am thinking about going to Ocamocam beach Resort near New Busuanga in NorthernPalawan. Anybody been there recently? I understand that they now have a new road right to the resort. The Marcos animal reserve is near and apparently stocked with African animals. The website gives some info www.ocamocam.com .
05-Sep-2010 02:39
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05-Sep-2010 08:06
shelbyemily
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Indonesia
Greetings,
I am looking for recommendations for a knowledegable, reliable, reasonably-priced English-speaking guide based in Wamena, for treks around the Baliem Valley. I would rather not hire a guide in advance, as I understand from Lazlo's excellent site that it is much less expensive to find someone locally, and has the added benefit of allowing us to meet the guide before committing.
Recommendations for lodging in the Baliem Valley would also be appreciated. The Baliem Valley Resort looks pretty good from their website, but not sure if it is worth the price; I have read that the service can be very careless and indifferent, especially if tours are not booked directly through them.
Thanks very much for your insights.
04-Sep-2010 23:34
davidteacher
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05-Sep-2010 18:22
mumun_indohoy
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Indonesia
I have only 8 days (25 Dec-2Jan) flying from KL.
I know it will be the rainy season, so wich of these two places will be better? I was thinking either Medan-Bukit Lawang-Banda Aceh/Pulau Weh in Sumatra. Or Lubuanbajo (via Bali)-Bajawa-Kelimuntu-Maumere on Flores.
Im really looking for some quality beach time and some beautiful scenery and some culture. And I dont dive.
I was kind of favoring Sumatra, but Pulau Weh doesnt seem to that good for non divers. The beaches on Flores however look amazing in pictures.
Can someone please advise me wich will be better for my timeframe, and where I will stay drier
Thanks
04-Sep-2010 22:41
railwayman
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05-Sep-2010 19:45
nyamukhunter
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Malaysia
New to the board so be gentle....Im looking at Malaysia, Bali or anywhere in the far east really for a 2 week honeymoon on a budget. Not really travelled before but spent 2 weeks in Thailand nearly 7 years ago so i could make up my own itinary there.
Basically what we are looking for is a mixture of activities and laid back atmosphere. I read of someone doing a bike ride to take in the rice fields. That sounds good.
Activities being something of a laid back and sightseeing basis as well as joining in and getting to see the more cultural side of the country. A nice beach for relaxing and having a quiet drink/food etc is a must but im thinking at the end of the holiday and dont wish for too much travel.
I have came across the 'tune hotel' chain which seems ideal for us as we are not backpackers but would like to stick to a budget and use something like that as a base for day trips...
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04-Sep-2010 22:28
Billythefish
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05-Sep-2010 13:08
westwood
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Malaysia
Does anyone know how long the coach takes from these two places please?
thanks
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