Articles tagged ‘Manado’
The Island of Sulawesi
By Barrie | June 27th, 2008 |
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An island with the central areas being rugged mountains, Sulawesi has a distinctive shape with four large peninsulas. It is an island famous for its culture and traditions, its panoramic beauty and has some of the most beautiful beaches in the archipelago as well as some of the best diving spots in the world. Travellers [...]
Rujak the Tapanuli Way - Mangarabar
By Barrie | February 13th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
Rujak (roujack) or rojhak is a sweet sour salad made from fruits and vegetables and is mostly eaten as a snack between meals throughout Indonesia. The fruit and vegetable variations are many. Some regions even have rujak in their array of ceremonial foods.
Pulau Bunaken: North Sulawesi
By Barrie | January 30th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
An unforgettable holiday in Indonesia needs nothing more than a still volcano, a village disco, internationally recognized tropical reefs and a pack of playing cards. Sarah Porter reports from Pulau Bunaken, North Sulawesi. The sound of the old boat’s engine churned and groaned, sending gentle vibrations through the bow’s crackling timber planks, where six of [...]
Kikisi Resorts: Sulawesi
By Barrie | January 17th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
Getting out into the islands in the archipelago you can find some fairly luxurious accommodation nestled on white, sandy beaches far from the madding crowds. A lot offer diving facilities and other adventure sports. One such place is the Kikisi Resorts in Sulawesi.
Indonesian Government Launches a Tourism Website
By Barrie | December 9th, 2007 | Add a Comment »
You will find that most regional governments have their own websites but now the Indonesian Government has decided to launch their own in order to promote tourism in the country to the max. According to the Culture and Tourism Ministry has launched a website to he provides comprehensive information about the country’s tourism sector. The [...]
National Condom Week
By Barrie | December 2nd, 2007 | Add a Comment »
Well and truly gone are the days when you could have sex without using a condom. Even back then, there were other STD’s that could be contracted. So, it is only sensible wherever you travel in Indonesia and want to take your pecker for a walk in the forest that you use protection – not [...]
Bantik - An Endangered Language: North Sulawesi
By Barrie | November 13th, 2007 | Add a Comment »
According to sources, perhaps the central feature of the Indonesian national culture in the late twentieth century was the Indonesian language. Malay was used for centuries as a lingua franca in many parts of the archipelago. The term Bahasa Indonesia, which refers to a modified form of Malay, was coined by Indonesian nationalists in 1928 [...]
Cashing-In on Conflict for Tourism: Poso, Central Sulawesi
By Barrie | October 3rd, 2007 | Add a Comment »
After the area was rocked by sectarian conflict, the administration of Poso regency in Central Sulawesi has decided to turn to the tourism sector as one of the main drivers of development so as to boost its economy and restore its image.
Training for Mountain Climbing: Bandung, West Java
By Barrie | August 28th, 2007 | Add a Comment »
If we talk about outdoor activities, be they mountain climbing, rafting or any other adventurous sport, Wanadri is one name that cannot be ignored. Established in 1964, the Bandung-based association for mountaineers and jungle explorers has developed into a solid institution that provides training for lovers of the natural environment.
Manado Beach Festival: North Sulawesi
By Barrie | July 6th, 2007 | Add a Comment »
This week long festival is held to celebrate the anniversary of the city of Manado and features traditional art and music performances, sports competitions, and other local attractions and activities. The festival starts on the 7th July through until 15th July.
