Pelabuhan Ratu (Java)

Advantages: cool, friendly
Disadvantages: nothing

...thats what the dutch said when they rule indonesia for over 350 years. the city of bandung in Indonesia in know as "kota Kembang" or in english "flower city". Bandung is the capital of west java province. you can travel to bandung from jakarta -indonesia capital- in just 3 hours by car. this city provide you with great view in the northen side in a place call lembang, the city its self had a remarkeble view, with the collonial building and new building side by side in a harmony. in bandung you can buy lot of cheap branded clothes, the store call "factory oulet" the price is the same price at the factory. biside that live in bandung its cheap, so you wont regret if you to bandung, trust me on that... Read review

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Advantages: Easy to get to, cheap
Disadvantages: Crowded

...if you're javanese, when I say that after much consideration and thought, not to mention time here, I say that I don't like Java very much. This is not to say that there are not spectacular things here to do and see, or that the ancient and colourful Javanese cultures are not fascinating. It is, if anything, simply because I think that other areas of Indonesia have more to offer and are nicer places to visit. First, the basics. Java is a long, thin island to the north west of Australia, between Sumatra and Bali. It is the central of Indonesia, whose capital Jakarta is to be found near the Western tip. It is divided into three main provinces - West, Central and Eastern Java and is almost completely muslim. Three main local languages are spoken here of which the oldest, classical Javanese, is one of the most complex in existence... Read review

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Advantages: Stunning sunrise, volcanoes, stargazing
Disadvantages: Cold, but that's it!

...You may have heard of Mount Bromo, you may not. Either way, it is one of the most amazing places on earth to see the sunrise (2km above sea level) - so if you are able, stick this on your travel 'to-do' list! WHERE IS IT? Mount Bromo is on the highest mountain of Java (Semeru) on the eastern side of the island of Java, in Indonesia. It is within a national park, known for it’s flora, wildlife, ecosystem and amazing volcanoes. HOW DO I GET THERE? You can reach Bromo by travelling from Jakarta, the capital of Java, or coming from the opposite direction, Bali. You can also fly to Jakarta from most places and then get the train or a bus from there eastward bound to Bromo. There is an excellent train running through the middle of Java practically from end to end. Alternatively, get a bus from Bali, they will drop you off near... Read review

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