Indonesia is the world's largest island country and home to over 261 million people.
Patience is key; prepare for heavy traffic (particularly on Java and Bali) and flight delays (and sometimes cancellations to far-flung islands) in Indonesia.
Exploring and staying in this country are fairly inexpensive and the currency used in Indonesia is IDR, the Indonesian Rupiah. 1 USD is equal to 13,000 IDR.
Simpati is a sim card brand which is considered to have the best reception across Indonesia. It is much cheaper outside Bali Denpasar Airport.
As a visitor, you should be respectful and sentimental to Indonesia's diverse culture and the various religions its citizens practise.
Consider adding on Sumatra to see wild orang-utans swinging through the rainforest, the indigenous tribes of Maluku, the 15,445 sq miles (40,000 sq km) of reefs and island that make up Raja Ampat in Indonesian New Guinea or the Christian-animist islands of Sumba and Sumbawa - known for their immense beauty and world-beating surf breaks.
Make sure to pack bug spray to avoid any insect bites while exploring nature, aloe vera gel for skin soothing treatment after being exposed to sun and a sunscreen to protect skin from the harsh rays of the sun.
There are 244 temples at the Hindi Prambanan, with the central compound being the main attraction, with admission at around 350,000 IDR ($24 USD) for foreign adults, and 210,000 IDR ($15 USD) for children.
The deep waters of Bunaken offer fantastic visibility and some of the world's most biodiverse marine life. Keep an eye out for tuna, sharks, rays, turtles, and sea snakes, with entrance at 50,000 IDR ($4 USD) per person, though children under 10 enter free.
A popular cab service company of Bali, "Bluebird cabs", provides a cab within ten minutes of booking. Rent a two-wheeler for slightly smaller places of Indonesia like Labuan Bajo and Ende.
Think sugar-white sand, bathtub-warm, turquoise waters and wonderful beach resorts and bungalows in the Gili Islands. These three spots of sand surrounded by crystal clear waters and huge turtles are a short boat ride away. Savour the dining and nightlife on Gili Trawangan.
If you want to slow down, a few days in cultural Ubud in Bali is a winner. Visit the famous water temples, enjoy traditional dance and explore the famous Monkey forest here.
Mount Bromo is an incredible spot in Java to catch the sunrise with its aggressive smoke and surrounded by mist.
Step into the past at Kalimantan's oldest longhouse. Snake through Danau Sentarum's photogenic mudflats on narrow fish-packed waterways. You could even strike off into the darkest corner of the island in search of new rainforest species in Betung Kerihun National Park.
Labuan Bajo, with its manta rays, dolphins and incredible underwater world is the ideal place to scuba dive.
Cultural performances at the 18th century Sultan's place - wooden puppet shows, gamelan music, dance - happen most days between 10am and 12pm. Spend an hour cycling around the narrow lanes of Kauman village.
Make sure to add Indonesia to your itinerary.
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