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Sep 30, 2004 3:06 AM
Laszlo

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May 14, 2013 12:49 AM
peterhargrave

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South-East Asia Islands & Peninsula FAQ

Inside this thread you'll find a collection of links to TT threads and websites about attractions, activities, travel practicalities and news about Brunei, East Timor, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, & Singapore.

Before you get reading (and posting), here's some advice from the TT team to help you find the info you need:

1. Do a TT search! At least five posters a week ask the same questions. The road is well travelled. Find those threads, add a reply (which brings the topic to the top, restarting the conversation), and then see #2.

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Feb 15, 2004 6:35 AM
Laszlo

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Nov 14, 2012 6:13 AM
durianwriter

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KALIMANTAN TRAVEL TIPS

There have been a fair few questions about Kalimantan (Indonesian Borneo) on this forum recently, so rather than replying each time briefly, I decided to write a longer standard post on the region.

PLANNING & INFORMATION

The First Question: Visit Malaysian Borneo or Kalimantan?
Well, which one you should choose depends on what you want and need.
Malaysian Borneo is far more visited than Kalimantan, because its attractions are well-promoted and developed for tourism, nice accomodation and food are easy to find, English is widely-spoken and getting around is fast and comfortable.
Kalimantan is rather different. If you go there you had better speak at least some Indonesian, be prepared for often slow and uncomfortable transport, basic accomodation, people who stare at you and don't speak more English than "Hello Mister!" and, most troubling... more »

Jun 20, 2013 3:25 AM
Otford1

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Jun 20, 2013 3:25 AM
Otford1

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location: Malaysia

Cooking Classes in Malaysia

I am interested in going to a/some cooking class/es in KL or other parts. One day or longer is ok. Sorry, I know this has probably been covered before but I have done a search and can't find a post.
Thanks

Jun 20, 2013 3:14 AM
nyk2010

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Jun 20, 2013 3:14 AM
nyk2010

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location: Indonesia

sumatra bali with toddler

hello together

We are planing to travell in mai 2014 to aumatra and bali with our then 4 and 1 year old children. We would like to go to bukit lawan. There ahould be an elephant camp. Have somebody infos qbout that ??

There is something in the near of bl to visit with children? I think medan is no good idea to stay??

After we would like to fly to bali (medan-kl-denpasar) or is there a shorter or direcklty way ??

We will trqvell for 5 weeks. And in the end we would like to do some beachholiday for the children. I read about the gillis there should be some nice beaches ?? Any advice ??

Im thankfull about tips and infoematikns :-)

Thanks at first

Jun 20, 2013 3:06 AM
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Jun 20, 2013 3:06 AM
jurcjurc

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Airports near Ampane and Gorontalo that hace connection with Jakarta?

Hi,

Airports near Ampane and Gorontalo that have connection with Jakarta (CGK).?

I know for GTO ... any others?

Regards

Jurc

Jun 20, 2013 3:03 AM
walterlee1945

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Jun 20, 2013 3:23 AM
Eugene1488

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location: Malaysia

Genting Highlands

While I was in KL, someone mentioned Genting Highlands as place to visit. I know it is a hill resort about 11/2 hours bus ride from KL. Anything unique beside the casino ? Might want to recommend to a friend going KL next mth.

Jun 20, 2013 3:01 AM
walterlee1945

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Jun 20, 2013 3:01 AM
walterlee1945

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Genting Highlands

Jun 20, 2013 1:04 AM
bleucheese

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Jun 20, 2013 1:04 AM
bleucheese

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location: Philippines

Planning ahead: El Nido Xmas 2013 with a family of 12

Hello folks,

I am planning on bringing my family from the East Coast of USA for a Philippines visit during Christmas and New Years. I will split their time between Manila and environs (visiting extended family....eating...seeing sites...eating) and the islands.

I have been to El Nido 4 or 5 times and I have not found anything that can rival the area as far as natural beauty, fun and an "experience to remember." 8 out of the 12 people I will be bringing have never been to Asia. We will be 8 adults, 2 teenagers, and 2 kids (2 years old and 4). My mother can speak Tagalog. A couple of questions:

IS there a recommended resort for families in El Nido town? I would prefer to stay in town rather than being locked into one of the private resorts with bad food and over priced tours.

Does anyone have an excellent boat/tour captain? Looking for a fun, knowledgeable, safe captain who ... more »

Jun 20, 2013 12:43 AM
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Jun 20, 2013 12:43 AM
bravedog

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traditional houses in East Timor?

Are there any places reachable by public transport in East Timor which still have traditional houses? I understand there is one single traditional house left in Lospalos? Thanks

Jun 20, 2013 12:40 AM
bravedog

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Jun 20, 2013 12:40 AM
bravedog

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location: East Timor

land border Authorization info on East Timor govt website wrong, useless no

The East Timor govt website has an online application form for authorization to receive one's visa on the land border from Indonesia, which says such authorization is good for a year. However, their current policy is to ignore any travel plans or ticket dates you submit they did for me at first answer emails and sent me an Authorization, a useless one though. Instead what they do is the same as at their consulate in Kupang - issue an Authorization which is only valid for 30 days from the date you submitted your application. Since their processing time online was 2 weeks, the document you receive will only be good for about 2 weeks from when you get it by email! Clearly this is now utterly useless for any western tourist who if applying online is almost by definition trying to arrange overland travel well before arrival on Timor island so as not to have to spend 2-5 days in Kupang ar... more »

Jun 20, 2013 12:15 AM
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Jun 20, 2013 2:46 AM
alfredm

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location: Malaysia

TIOMAN or REDANG

Hello
I will go to TIOMAN or REDANG only for a week in July and travelling alone. Don't know which Island is better for me and which accommodation? Like to snorkel, enjoying the sun, make a walk trough the jungle, take nice pictures and have a wonderful beach. Pefer to have it quiet, but to find a place with some other travellers to have 2, 3 quiet bars and small barefoot-restaurants at the beach.
Which Island, which place? Can you recommend a nice accommodation? Thank you so much for your help :) amarula1

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Jun 19, 2013 11:25 PM
Vanhellsink

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Jun 19, 2013 11:25 PM
Vanhellsink

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location: Indonesia

Class 2 Immigration Offices

Are class 2 Indonesian immigration offices able to process B211 Sosbuds?

Thanks for anyone taking the time.

Jun 19, 2013 10:44 PM
saigonamanda

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Jun 19, 2013 11:10 PM
Tuyul99

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location: Indonesia

Papua and Raja Ampat

hey all,

I know this is a pretty broad question to be asking but hoping someone can help. I'm looking at going to Papua for maybe 2 weeks, before heading to Raja Ampat for some diving.

My question is about Papua, in particular is it possible for a solo traveller to go there, do some trekking, without spending a huge amount? Any recommendations on places to go?

I have read that hotels can be 3 times more expensive in Papua than elsewhere in Indo, but can someone give me a roungh estimation of costs for an average guesthouse? I don't need luxury and will be trying to keep costs down.

And as a solo traveller is it easy enough to do some trekking / day trips out of Baliem Valley? Happy to do overnight stuff if it means I see more. I don't speak bahasa indonesian but don't want to join one of the massively expensive trekking groups I've seen.

Any hints / advice / recomme... more »

Jun 19, 2013 7:39 PM
mentawaisurf

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Jun 19, 2013 7:39 PM
mentawaisurf

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location: Indonesia

Mentawai Island Trip

Hi Guys,
http://www.mentawaisurftravel.com/ is the only company owned and operated by a local indigenous Mentawaian. You get THE BEST PRICE, the BEST SERVICE, and you will be supporting the LOCAL COMMUNITY into the bargain.

We are fully licensed and registered, and know all local government officials for a smooth trip. You have the choice of basing yourself in a Surf Camp http://www.mentawaisurftravel.com/?cat=9 or on one of the Surf Charter boat http://www.mentawaisurftravel.com/?cat=10 There are waves for all levels of ability - from learner to intermediate through to advanced surfer. Whatever your level, we can get you onto a wave that suits you! At the best price!

Surfing is the main activity MST caters for. However big game fishing is also available and is highly recommended as a quality once-in-a-lifetime extension to your time in the Mentawai Islands. The... more »

Jun 19, 2013 4:48 PM
bill_edwards

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Jun 19, 2013 4:48 PM
bill_edwards

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location: Singapore

Hive Backpacker's hostel in Singapore

Located at the edge of Little India at the corner of Lavender & Serangoon Rds. My single room was a monk's cell -- a bed and a small table in a narrow room without even a hook. Towel are for rent. It was cheapest place I could find. I liked the staff and the location (near two train station and on bus routes and Little India is great). Okay the breakfast was extremely minimal even for a hostel. For self-caterers, there is a very good grocery store in the basement of a large building at the other end of Little India (Serangoon Rd is the main street). The Hive has good kitchen facilities. I used the laundry service – drying clothes was difficult. I rate the place high because it is a well-organized hostel.

Jun 19, 2013 4:35 PM
Keith21

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Jun 19, 2013 11:21 PM
Tuyul99

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location: Indonesia

Ambon

Situation in Ambon

Has anyone been to Ambon or Maluku recently? What is the situation there
as regards any communal conflicts.

Jun 19, 2013 12:02 PM
Scribetrottertoo

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Jun 20, 2013 3:12 AM
tribolite

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location: Malaysia

How bad is the haze in KL/Penang/KK?

Hi All,

In 10 days I'm heading to Malaysia... first to KK/Sandakan, but that looks relatively haze-free for the moment.

KL and Penang however - not so. Is anyone on the ground who can let me know what conditions are like, whether there is a good source of (almost) real-time haze info out there, and whether I should consider cancelling?

Thanks all!

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