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Yogyakarta to Mt. Bromo (Part Two) Posted by sasha on Jun 17, 2015
In part two of our epic journey from Yogyakarta to Mt. Bromo, we cross the stunning savannah and fly across the sea of sand on motorbikes. Hang on to your hat, because it’s a wild ride!
Yogyakarta to Mt. Bromo (Part One) Posted by sasha on Jun 15, 2015
Getting from Yogyakarta to Mt. Bromo on your own is possible, but it’s quite the adventure. Check it out in this short video series, starting with a long trip to the highest village in Java!
Yogyakarta to Mt. Bromo Independent Travel Posted by sasha on Jun 8, 2015
For travelers to Java, two of the most popular places to visit are Mt. Bromo and Kawah Ijen. While it’s possible to join a tour from Yogyakarta, this is costly and somewhat of a whirlwind. We’ve heard that you spend all day in a van, sleep for a few hours, hike up Bromo for sunrise…
Vesak in Indonesia Posted by sasha on Jun 2, 2015
Although Indonesia is predominantly Muslim, the country also celebrates major holidays of other religions. Christmas is a public holiday in Indonesia, as is Vesak, commonly referred to as “Buddha’s Birthday.” In Indonesian, this day is known as Hari Raya Waisak, and it falls on June 2nd this year. It commemorates three important events in the life…
Dieng Plateau – Colorful Lake and Sunrise Posted by sasha on May 27, 2015
Take in the amazing sight of the Colorful Lake and a stunning sunrise over the mountains in the Dieng Plateau with this short video:
Dieng Plateau Video – Arjuna Temple and Sikidang Crater Posted by sasha on May 21, 2015
“Our journey across Java rolls on with a motorbike trip up to the Dieng Plateau. Located 2,000 meters above sea level, it’s much cooler up here than in the lowlands. On the way there, we got a taste of things to come with stunning views off to the side. It was a long ride, with…
Cool Off in the Dieng Plateau Posted by sasha on May 18, 2015
If the scorching heat of Java gets to be too much, just head for the hills in the Dieng Plateau. At 2,000 meters (6,600 feet) above sea level, it’s much cooler up here than in the lowlands. The name comes from two Sanskrit words – di (abode) and hyang (gods), making Dieng the “Abode of the…