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Exploring the Flavors of Indonesia: A Guide to Local Beers

Prost Beer is a relatively new brewery, but it has quickly become one of the most popular in Indonesia. Prost…

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Group Booking Lion Air

Enjoy the ease of group travel without the hassle through Lion Air's specially designed Group Booking service. Whether you're planning…

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What is Odalan?

Odalan is a term used to describe a traditional village temple festival, particularly in Bali. During this festival, the local…

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[Stage 3] Exploring Semayang and Melintang Lakes in Mahakam

Lake Semayang has an area of around 13,000 hectares, while Lake Melintang has an area of around 11,000 hectares. These…

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St. Ignatius Loyola Church: Tracing Portuguese Footprints in Sikka

Portuguese were the first European nation to arrive in Indonesia in the 16th century. Besides spices, their purpose was to…

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What is Ogoh-Ogoh?

Ogoh-ogoh refers to elaborately crafted and usually monstrous effigies or sculptures, often made from bamboo, paper, and other materials. These…

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What is Canang Sari?

Canang Sari is a daily Balinese Hindu offering, typically made from a small tray woven from coconut palm leaves. It…

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[Stage 2] Muara Muntai: A Wooden Village on the Mahakam River

Muara Muntai is called the wooden village for the houses and the road that is made of wood.  The road…

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Frangipani in Indonesian Culture and Tradition

In Bali, Frangipani not only adorns offerings in Hindu religious ceremonies but is also often found in paintings and souvenirs.…

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[Stage 1] Getting from Samarinda to Kota Bangun

Many people see Kota Bangun just as a place to stop before going on a Mahakam River trip. But this…

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