by Gary Chandler | Jun 7, 2021 | Culture, Temples
Indonesia Cites COVID Concerns For Travel Ban Indonesia has cancelled the Hajj pilgrimage for its citizens for a second year in a row, due to concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic. Many Indonesians wait 20 years for the rare opportunity to visit Mecca in Saudi Arabia....
by Gary Chandler | Jul 27, 2019 | Bali, Culture
The Cultural Capital Of Bali The Balinese culture embraces the arts like no other culture in the world. Arts and crafts are instilled at a young age and are an integral part of the island’s fascinating culture. Ubud is the center of the arts and a magnet for those who...
by Gary Chandler | Apr 22, 2018 | Culture, Food
Indonesia Puts The Spice In The Spice Islands From Bandung to Bali, and Sumatra to Surabaya, each has its own unique tastes. There are so many ways to explore Indonesia and if you have little time to actually travel to beautiful Indonesia, you can do it by tasting...
by Gary Chandler | Aug 24, 2017 | Culture, Food
International Cuisines Across Indonesia Many Indonesian meals consist of steamed or fried rice with side dishes of meat, chicken, fish, and vegetables. There is such a rich variety in the Indonesian cuisine that one should sample specialties in each...
by Gary Chandler | Jul 26, 2017 | Culture, Indonesia language
Indonesian Words For Tourists This quick video tutorial helps introduce travelers to the Indonesian language. Learn proper pronunciation, grammar and essential words to get the most from your trip. Learn to say hello, goodbye, please and thank you. Put a smile on...
by Gary Chandler | Feb 12, 2017 | Bali, Culture
Bali’s Religion and Beliefs Approximately three million people live on Bali and about 90 percent of the people follow the Hindu religion. Balinese Hinduism was formed from a combination of existing local beliefs and Hindu influences from across Southeast Asia and...
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