Indonesia
Indonesia
The world's largest archipelago; a complete travel guide to Indonesia.
Location
Indonesia is a large country with thousands of islands and hundreds of languages. With so much to explore, itβs disappointing that the majority of tourists only find themselves in Bali. While this island is beautiful and for sure a place to visit, thereβs so much more to Indonesia waiting for you. Get ready to plan your visit to this tropical paradise in South East Asia. Use this travel guide to help plan and maximize your trip to Indonesia!
What to Expect in Indonesia
Languages
The official language of Indonesia is bahasa Indonesia (Indonesian), but there are over 300+ languages spoken throughout the country. Learn a few phrases so you can connect with locals!
Currency
The official currency is the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR).
Outlets
The primary socket types are types C and F, with a standard voltage of 230 V and a frequency of 50 Hz.
Transportation
Taxis, buses, trains, bikes, and walking are available to help you travel to other cities or within cities throughout Indonesia. However, the most popular method of transportation in the country are motorbikes.
Safety
Indonesia is a relatively safe country in the main cities. When traveling to less popular towns and villages with foreigners, locals can become wary and pay more attention to foreigners who look different. However, generally, the attention is harmful. The country is known for smaller crimes, such as stealing phones from people walking while on motorbikes, pickpocketing, and sometimes stealing bags, so it is important to stay aware of your surroundings and belongings. As Indonesia is a Muslim-majority country, local women generally travel in groups with other women or a male. Usually, foreigners experience fewer problems, but I highly recommend women visiting take precautions and not walk alone at night.
My Favorite Memories
Surprising locals with my knowledge of bahasa Indonesia as I traveled around the country.
Hiking Tumpak Sewu and being in awe at the beauty of the surroundings and the power of the waterfall.
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