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JALAN-JALAN HEMAT KE PULAU LANGKAWI, MALAYSIA Part I

2011-05-13T18:43:00.000-07:00

Berikut akan saya paparkan mengenai aktivitas termasuk biaya-biaya kami sekeluarga jalan-jalan super hemat ke Pulau Langkawi, Malaysia. Kami sekeluarga berasal dari kota Medan, Indonesia yang sangat suka traveling hemat. semoga ini bisa jadi referensi tambahan buat yang mau jalan-jalan ke Pulau Langkawi.

Ok. :)

saya mulai dari....

1. Pesawat Terbang...

hehe...saya sudah naik brand airlines ini berkali-kali dan selaluuuuuuuuuu NOL Rupiah..apa lagi kalo bukan "Airasia" kesayanganku,,, hohohoho... :D

Gak percaya? 8 dari 10 org yang saya kasih tau tentang zero fare seat (kursi gratis) dari airasia,,,pasti aku akan ditertawakan.... haizzz.... bahkan sepupu sendiri.

Mau buktinya... aduh,,, masa aku post print out ticketnya di sini sih? tapi gak apa apa deh,,,

Dan bukan hanya satu orang saja yang dapat zero fare,,, tapi..... sekeluarga,,, hoohoohohoh...

eit,,, jangan salah,,,contoh gambar ini hanya penerbangan dari Kuala Lumpur ke Langkawi,, tapi kan kami dari Medan,,, yup.... kami transit di KL.... dan itu juga Zero Fare,, whahahahhah,,, thanks buat Airasia deh,,, :D

Ok,, walaupun Zero fare,, tapi airport tax harus bayar dong,,, dan airport tax Polonia Medan untuk international Rp. 75.000/orang (April 2011)... jangan dinaikan tarifnya ya,,, belum pantas,,,

Nah, saya lompat langsung ceritanya,ya,,, hehe

Setelah sampai di airport langkawi,, saya selaku tour guide langsung mengambil peta-peta langkawi yang terbaru...trus,, banyak sekali yang tawarin jasa tour dan sewa mobil.

Tapi kami dari airport, neik Taxi bandara ke Motel,, di sekitar Pantai Cenang,,, namanya "Sweet Inn Motel". Saya pesan Via Agoda.com.. murah meriah,,hehe,,, harganya,,,ehm,,200 Ringgit untuk 3 Kamar,,, (setelah dihitung lebih teliti,,,karena dapat diskon menggunakan HSBC Credit Card saat pesan) harganya menjadi 550.ooo rupiah per 3 kamar/ malam. Mungkin ada yang lebih murah dari ini,, tapi kami kan bukan Backpacker asli...

Oiya,, dari Bandara ke Motel cuma sekitar 15 menit ,, harga per orang 10.000 rupiah. karena lokasi pantai Cenang dekat dengan airport.. maka tarifnya murah..

Karena kepagian,,,kami belum boleh check in,,, jadi kami hanya titip bagasi kami,, trus memulai "Family on Vacation" kami.. Yap..kami beri slogan itu pada saat merekam kegiatan kami dengan handycam.. hehe...

Kami sarapan dulu disekitar motel kami...dan ternyata murah meriah juga,,,,hehe,,enak pula,,cocok dengan lidah kami.. hehe..

setelah sarapan,, kami sewa scooter,, yang banyak di sepanjang jalan, hehe Harga sewa per scooter,, 25 RM per 24 jam... (kalo sewa 2 hari dapat diskon 5 RM jadi 20RM/24 jam ) ... Harga ini per April 2011,ya....

Nah,,,dengan scooter-scooter inilah alat trasportasi kami selama di Pulau Langkawi.

Destinasi pertama kami adalah mengeksplore daerah Pantai Kok.

Sebelum sampai pantai Kok, kami melewati "Telaga Harbour Park". Tidak banyak yang bisa di lihat di sana,, jadi kami lanjutkan menuju Oriental Village yang merupakan gerbang masuk untuk naik cable car yang sangat terkenal untuk naik menuju gunung Mak Cin Cang,,,

Setelah puas mengelilingi Oriental Village, kami langsung menuju Telaga Tujuh. Telaga Tujuh adalah air terjun. Untuk menuju sampai garis akhir, butuh perjuangan ekstra. Terdapat sekitar limaratusan anak tangga. Akan tetapi, karena ini adalah liburan, maka hal ini tidak begitu terasa capek. Ada beberapa turis yang mandi dan berendam di air terjun di atas sana. Kami sekeluarga tidak berencana untuk mandidan berendam. Hanya ingin melihat pemandangan saja.

Karena hari menjelang waktu makan siang, maka saya mengajak keluarga saya untuk makan siang di sebuah restoran yang unik yaitu restoran terapung atau floating restaurant yang bernama: “Hole In The Wall”.

Perjalanan dengan scooter dari telaga tujuh, memakan waktu sekitar 45 menit,,,jauh sih,, panas pula,,karena matahari tepat berada di atas kepala.. huh,,, tapi seru aja sih,,, haha…

Untuk menuju restoran ini, kita harus ke dermaga yang dinamakan Kilim Jetty. Untuk menuju restoran ini, harus mengarungi sungai dengan boat atau sampan kecil. Setelah sampai dermaga, ada yang menawarkan paket tour mengunjungi gua-gua dan juga makan di restoran tersebut. Tapi melihat harganya yang kurangg wajar, maka saya menolaknya, dan hanya ingin makan direstoran tersebut. Dan pada salah satu dinding dermaga yang memuat poster-poster paket tour, terdapat nomor telepon yang bias dihubungi apabila ingin minta di jemput dengan sampan kecil menuju restoran terapung tadi. Dan harganya sampan tersebut adalah…….Gratissssssss…hohohoohoho…(mudah-mudahan tidak membuat harga makanannya menjadi mahal,saya berharap begitu) hehe :P

Hanya berselang 5 menit, ada sebuah sampan kecil tetapi menggunakan mesin,, dating menjemput kami di dermaga. Perjalanan menuju restoran memakan waktu sekitar 10 menit dengan suguhan pemandangan sungai dan hutan-hutan. Setelah sampai, meja kami telah disiapkan, karena kami tadi memberitahukan bahwa ada 6 orang. Kami langsung pesan,, dan semua harga menu-nya wajar-wajar. Masih dalam batas yang bisa diterima. Biaya yang kami keluarkan hanya 78 RM untuk 6 orang lho.

Selesai makan, kami minta untuk diantar kembali ke dermaga,karena kami akan melanjutkan petualangan kami.

Destinasi berikutnya adalah: Durian Perangin Waterfall. Yap,,, air terjun lagi..karena kebetulan dekat dengan Kilim Jetty.Hanya perlu 10 menit, kami sudah sampai. Akan tetapi karena sudah terlalu lelah di Telaga Tujuh Tadi, maka adik-adik saya tidak mau ikut naik ke atas lagi. Karena untuk sampai ke garis akhir air terjun tadi, juga harus menaiki ratusan anak tangga. Berhubung saya masih sanggup, maka saya memaksakan diri untuk sampai ke garis akhir..Sayangnya, tidak banyak yang bias saya foto. Bukan karena air terjunnya jelek, tapi….Kamera saya low battery.. L

Perjalanan saya lanjutkan dengan destinasi berikutnya adalah Kuah Town, untuk mendatangi symbol Langkawi, yaitu sebuah Patung Elang Raksasa, Kata orang, belum sah jika belum foto dengan patung ini.

Ternyata disebelah Eagle Square tersebut, terdapat Jetty Point yaitu pelabuhan dimana tempat berlabuh ferry dari berbagi daerah seperti pulau Penang, Kedah, Perlis dan juga Satum(Thailand).

Dan di sisi lainny,juga terdapat sebuah taman yang dinamakan”Legenda Langkawi”. Jadi foto-foto sebentar di sini.

05:00 PM,, hari menjelang sore, kami kembali menuju pantai Cenang untuk kembali ke penginapan kami. Istirahat sebentar, dan mengganti busana pantai, kami berjalan kaki menuju Pantai Cenang.

05:30 PM, Suasana Pantai Cenang, panassss bangettt,,,, (menurut saya sih, harusnya masih jam 4:30 menurut GMT+7 yaitu sama dengan waktu Medan.:P Pasirnya halus dan bersih seperti tepung, ramai dengan turis yang bermain water sport seperti banana boat, parasailing, jet ski atau hanya sekedar berenang.

Saya coba Tanya harga parasailing…. What?50 RM sekali main?? L Gak jadi ah,,, Sudah pernah main di Padang dan Bali,,, hehe…Banana boat, jet ski juga sudah pernah… ah sudahlah,, hemat hemat aja deh….dan akhirnya hanya berenang dan menikmati suasana pantai. Sunsetnya?????Ehm,,, terhalang ama gunung-gunung deh,,, Ahhh… Enjoy aja,,,,

07:00PM ,,Setelah puas bermain air dan berfoto ria, kami berjalan kembali ke penginapan,karena sebentar lagi waktunya dinner dan pantai mulai sepi.

Selesai berbenah, mandi dan istirahat sebentardi penginapan, kami keluar mencari makan malam disekitar motel kami dengan hanya berjalan kaki. Banyak pub, bar dan restoran yang mulai mengeliat,,, kami mencari restoran kampong. Selain untuk mencoba kuliner asli Langkawi, saya berharap harganya juga pas dengan kantong kami,,, hehehe….

07:45 PM,, kami menemukan restoran yang kami cari,,,, namanya saya lupa,,tapi tertulis makanan kampong.. Memakai system buffet dan juga bisa pesan. Saya tidak begitu suka makanan di buffet, maka kami pesan sayur yang kami inginkan. Total biaya yang kami keluarkan pas 50 RM untuk 6 orang,,,Wahhh,,, murah,,, enak pula,,, I love Langkawi deh,,, hehe….

Nah, dengan perut kenyang, kami berjalan menyusuri sepanjang jalan Pantai Cenang,,, banyak terdapat took-toko souvenir, restoran, bar, café, spa, dan convenience store 24 jam… jadi segala kebutuhan kita sudah tersedia.

Oiya,, sambil menyusuri jalan, saya memang berencana memesan tour :Island Hopping. Kenapa? Karena semua tempat yang terdapat di PulauLangkawi sudah saya eksplore, jadi saatnya mengunjungi pulau-pulau kecil disekitarnya. Paket Island Hopping yang saya ambil ialah paket 3 in 1,, yaitu mengunjungi Pulau Singa besar, Pulau Dayang Bunting dan Pulau Beras Basah. Harga paket per orang adalah 30RM..untuk keesokan harinya. (Tapi saya nyesal, karena hanya beda beberapa toko, terdapat paket yang sama dengan harga hanya 25RM per orang,,, L

Harga paket sudah termasuk antar jemput dari penginapan ke dermaga. Kalo gak salah namanya arwana.

To be Continued @ Part II

LANGKAWI, MALAYSIA

2011-05-10T09:12:00.000-07:00

PHUKET ISLAND, THAILAND

2010-09-16T06:11:00.000-07:00

PHUKET ISLAND
Phuket Island adalah salah satu destinasi wisata yang sangat terkenal yang terdapat di Thailand. Dengan salah satu Low Cost Budget Airlines terkemuka, kami bertujuh menuju Phuket Island dengan transit dari Kuala Lumpur dari Medan. Rasa penasaran saya menggebu-gebu. Hanya denga n waktu 1 jam, kami sampai di Phuket International Airport dari LCCT.

Setelah turun dari pesawat dan melewati bagian imigrasi dan custom, maka kami berniat mencari transportasi menuju hotel yang sudah saya pesan sebulan sebelumnya via internet. Ternyata saya baru tahu system pariwisata Phuket sangat bagus. Dari airport saja, terdapat peta-peta yang boleh diambil secara gratis. Setelah mendapatkan van, maka kami diantar menuju ke Hotel, begitu pikiran saya. Tapi tiba-tiba tidak sampai 10 menit, kami diberhentikan di sebuah "tour and travel". Ternyata hal ini sudah biasa terjadi. Karena kami belum tahu situasi Phuket, maka kami masuk dan membiarkan para bagian ticketing melayani dan memberikan informasi tour kepada kami.
Tips: Tawar harga tournya sebesar mungkin. Karena kami hanya 4 hari 4 malam di Phuket ini, maka kami mengambil 3 paket selama tiga hari agar kami memiliki waktu satu hari untuk beristirahat. Nb: Ikut Tour berarti mengikatkan diri dan tidak bebas karena waktu kita di atur oleh tour and travel.
Tour yang kami ambil dan saya rasa best seller sebagai berikut:
1. PHI PHI ISLAND ONE DAY TOUR

2. JAMES BOND ISLAND ONE DAY TOUR

3. PHUKET CITY ONE DAY TOUR

Cerita mengenai Phuket cukup panjang. Sambung lain kali ya, :)

WEH ISLAND, INDONESIA

2010-09-12T03:38:00.000-07:00

Weh Island, Sabang, Indonesia.

Jalan-jalan kali ini saya sebut sebagai spontan trip-tanpa perencanaan sama sekali. Pada hari menjelang lebaran tahun 2010 ini, ketika hari libur cukup banyak, saya mendapat ajakan dari teman untuk sama-sama menghabiskan hari libur ke pulau Weh.
Kebiasaan saya jika akan melakukan traveling ke suatu tempat, maka hal pertama yang saya lakukan adalah men-googling segala informasi mengenai tempat tersebut. Akan tetapi, kali ini saya tidak sempat melakukannya karena tiket pesawat aku beli dua hari menjelang keberangkatan.
Dan kebetulan teman yang mengajak tersebut juga belum pernah pergi ke pulau Weh.

Transportasi
Medan (Polonia Airport) -> Banda Aceh (Sultan Iskandar Muda Airport)
Sebenarnya ada beberapa cara menuju ke pulau Weh. Karena saya blank sama sekali mengenai transportasi ke sana,maka saya memilih pesawat. Maskapai yang melayani penerbangan direct dari Medan, North Sumatra,Indonesia kebetulan tidak ada pada periode ini. Menurut teman, hal ini dikarenakan asap letusan gunung Sinabung. Oleh sebab itu, maka saya dengan terpaksa membeli tiket pesawat Medan menuju Banda Aceh. Ada beberapa pilihan maskapai. Perjalanan memakan waktu selama kurang lebih 45 menit. Setelah sampai di bandara Iskandar Muda, Banda Aceh, saya langsung bertanya kepada bagian informasi mengenai cara menuju pulau Weh.

Banda Aceh (Sultan Iskandar Muda Airport) -> Pelabuhan Ulee Lheue
Dengan Taxi (sebesar 60.000 rupiah) langsung saya pesan menuju Pelabuhan Ulee Lheue dengan perjalan sekitar 30 menit.

Banda Aceh (Pelabuhan Ulee Lheue) -> Pulau Weh (Pelabuhan Balohan)
Ternyata ada beberapa jadwal penyeberangan dari Kota Banda Aceh menuju Pulau Weh dan juga ada kapal ferry cepat dan kapal ferry biasa dengan berbagai tarif. Karena tidak buru-buru, maka saya pesan tiket ferry biasa (kelas VIP-ada Airconditioner seharga 35.000 rupiah+pajak pelabuhan 1.500 rupiah). Perjalanan dengan ferry biasa memakan waktu sekitar 1,5 jam dengan tujuan pelabuhan Balohan. Setelah sampai Balohan, aku langsung ditawarin naek taxi dengan harga 150.000 rupiah menuju Pantai Gapang-atas rekomendasi teman yang katanya cocok untuk lokasi menginap. Perjalanan dari pelabuhan memakan waktu sekitar 20 menit dengan jalan yang berkelok-kelok dan naik turun yang cukup membuat mual.

Akomodasi
Sampai di daerah pantai Gapang, saya langsung mencari penginapan. Ternyata penginapan di daerah tersebut, menurut saya cukup murah, apalagi jika pergi ramai-ramai. Sebagai bahan masukan, saya hampir tiap hari pindah penginapan dan mencari yang masih ada sisa kamar karena berhubung saya perginya menjelang lebaran, maka hampir semua penginapan sudah dibooking. Penginapan di daerah pantai Gapang hanya berkisar 100.000 rupiah-tentu saja dengan minim fasilitas.

Spot yang menarik
Pantai Gapang
Pulau Weh dikelilingi pantai-pantai yang sangat indah dan asri. Semuanya layak untuk dikunjungi. Pantai Gapang-tempat saya menginap-cukup ramai dikunjungi wisatawan lokal dan juga turis mancanegara karena sangat cocok untuk ber-snorkling ria dan scuba diving serta berenang.

Pulau Rubiah
Hari kedua, atas rekomendasi juga, saya dengan teman-teman memesan kapal motor kecil menuju pulau Rubiah sekitar 15 menit dari pantai Gapang. Pulau Rubiah juga masih asri dengan air yang sangat jernih untuk bersnorkling.

Pantai Sumur Tiga
Pantai inilah yangmenurut pendapat saya paling indah dengan pasir putihnya di pulau Weh ini. Hanya peminatnya sepi. Mungkin kurang cocok buat bersnorkling.

Pantai Kasih
Pantai ini juga indah dan berpasir putih.

Monumen Kilo Meter Nol Indonesia.
Dari tempat ini, pemandangan samudra Hindia yang indah dan mempesona terlihat dengan jelas.
Wajib dikunjungi saat menjelang sunset.

Kawasan Wisata Benteng Jepang.
Di sini,kita bisa melihat peninggalan jepang, benteng beserta meriamnya yang terletak di atas bukit. Pemandangannya sungguh indah mempesona.

One Day City Tour
Banyak sekali tempat-tempat yang wajib dikunjungi. Karena waktu liburan saya cuma beberapa hari, maka tidak semua tempat dapat saya kunjungi. Oleh sebab itu, dengan One day city tour dengan menyewa mobil (kira-kira 400.000 rupiah),saya dapat melihat banyak tempat secara sekaligus. Diantaranya, Mini Volcano (gunung Berapi), Pantai Iboih, dan lainnya.

Tips:
1. Disarankan untuk menghindari bulan puasa saat berwisata ke sana. Tidak ada yang di perbolehkan menjual makanan.
2. Hindari hari Lebaran juga, mana ada yang jual makanan saat semua orang sedang berlibur.
3. Pelajari informasi tentang tempat-tempat yang akan dikunjungi.

Saya akan lanjutkan nanti ya...... :)

Mentawai Strait - West Sumatera

2009-04-14T08:34:00.000-07:00

Views Of New Sikuai Island Resort

2009-04-12T08:56:00.001-07:00

Rate 2009

Room Rate/Pax

##For 1 Person/Room.

Deluxe = Rp. 800.000,-

Garden View = Rp. 900.000,-

Sea View = Rp. 1.000.000,-

Sunset Home = Rp. 2.000.000,-

Sea View Executive $120/Pax Including Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

## For 2 Person/Room.

Deluxe = Rp. 400.000,-

Garden View = Rp. 450.000,-

Sea View = Rp. 500.000,-

Sunset Home = Rp. 1.000.000,-

## For 3 Person/Room.

Deluxe = Rp. 350.000,-

Garden View = Rp. 375.000,-

Sea View = Rp. 400.000,-

Sunset Home = Rp. 750.000,-

## For 4 Person/Room.

Deluxe = Rp. 325.000,-

Garden View = Rp. 350.000,-

Sea View = Rp.375.000,-

Sunset Home = Rp. 650.000,-

## For 5 Person/Room.

Deluxe = Rp. 300.000,-

Garden View = Rp. 325.000,-

Sea View = Rp.350.000,-

Sunset Home = Rp. 550.000,-

Suite Room = Rp. 4.000.000 (Max 6 Pax/Room)

New Sikuai Island Resort - Indonesia

2009-04-12T07:38:00.000-07:00

Boat Transfer Schedule 2009
Check In : From "Dermaga Wisata Bahari" to "Sikuai Island" = 10 am & 02 pm.
Check Out : From "Sikuai Island" to "Dermaga Wisata Bahari" = 11 am & 04 pm.

* Schedule could change at anytime.
* Dermaga Wisata Bahari Address:
Jalan. Batang Arau Dermaga Wisata Bahari
West Sumatera
Indonesia
Telephone: 62-751-24880
Faximile: 62-751-24890

Electric Schedule
ON = 05 pm until 10 am
OFF + 10 am until 04 pm

Mifan Water Park - Padang Panjang

2009-04-12T07:26:00.001-07:00

MIFAN WATER PARK
Mifan (Minang Fantasi) Water Park is water theme park at Padang Panjang City, West Of Sumatera Indonesia.
From The pictures above, you can see that the place is full of fun.
There are too many activities that you can enjoy.

New Sikuai Island Resort - West Sumatera

2009-04-12T07:06:00.000-07:00

Sikuai Facilities
Room Services
* 54 Room Available with Single and Double Bed.
* Bath Room with Shower.
* TV.
* Refrigerator.
* Air Conditioner.
* Fresh Fruits.
* Private Balcony.

Sikuai Area Facilities
* Restaurant.
* Meeting Room
* Mushalla.
* Sunset Plaza.
* Pub + Karaoke.
* Laundry Service.
* Swimming Pool.
* Snorkling.
* Billiard.
* Live Music.
* Banana Boat.
* Jogging Track For Around The Island.
* Fun Bicycle.
* Volley BAll Area.
* Boat For Around The Island.
* Boat Transfer.
* Diving.

New Sikuai Island Resort

2009-04-11T07:46:00.000-07:00

About Sikuai.
Sikuai Island is a beautiful and sophitacated island in West Sumatera - Indonesia. A private island which shines like a pearl, in a beautiful white sand beach. There, you can find tropical weather all year long with white sand beach just a walk away, while exotic wave may excite those who craves for splashing experience. In the island, you can find natural tropical forest providing outstanding atmosphere. With a total area no less 44.4 ha, integrated with 25 cottages, restaurant, conference hall, swimming pool and jogging track surrounding the island, you will be pampered with exotic natural experience.
Sikuai is safe from the earthquake and Tsunami with earthquake and Tsunami detection. Sikuai has a evacuate way from eartquake and tsunami. Eartquake & Tsunami Detection will remind 30 minutes before Tsunami happens.

ShenZhen - China

2009-03-30T20:47:00.000-07:00

Shenzhen is located in the southern portion of the Guangdong Province, on the eastern shore of the Pearl River Delta. Neighboring the Pearl River Delta and Hong Kong (located just south of Shenzhen), Shenzhen's location gives it a geographical advantage for economic development. In 1980, the first Special Economic Zone of China was built in Shenzhen. From then on, Shenzhen become a highlighted city of China, one known for its rapid economic growth.
While Shenzhen City does not have as many historical attractions as other famous cities in China, it has created a number of excellent theme parks which entertain while teaching visitors about China and the world. Splendid China and China Folk Culture Villages introduce visitors to China's long history and varied cultures, while Window of the World will take you to every corner of the world in one day. Additionally, if you want to make your stay even more luxurious, visit Happy Valley, the largest of Shenzhen City's theme parks, situated on a picturesque coastline. Come enjoy the coastal view, the theme parks, the city, and especially the people of Shenzhen City

GuangZhou - China

2009-03-30T20:26:00.000-07:00

Guangzhou, the South Gate of China, is a prosperous metropolis full of vigor. Guangzhou is the capital city of Guangdong, and the center of its political, economic, scientific, educational and cultural life. Sui (Ears of Rice) is short for Guangzhou and the City of Ram (Yang Cheng) is also an alias of Guangzhou. The kapok is the city flower and the kapok tree is the city tree of Guangzhou

Guangzhou is a famous historical city. In ancient days, Guangzhou was the capital city for three Chinese dynasties: the Nan Yue (South Yue), the Nan Han (South Han) and the Nanming (South Ming). Thus it was put in the list of the 24 most famous historical cultural cities and became a tourist destination. You can not understand most Chinese cities deeply until you know their history. This is true of Guangzhou. Many historic sights: the Western Han Nanyue King's Tomb Museum, the Zhenhai Tower and the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall tell us the 2,000-year history of Guangzhou.

China Blue Sky

2009-03-30T18:41:00.000-07:00

These Photos was captured from airplane from Cheng Du airport to JiuZhai Gou Valley at China.

Panda at Panda Base, Cheng Du - China

2009-03-29T21:50:00.000-07:00

Chengdu is the capital of "Heavenly State" (Tian Fu Zhi Guo), habitat of giant pandas and city of cotton-rose hibiscus.

Located in the west of Sichuan Basin and in the center of Chengdu Plain, Chengdu covers a total area of 12.3 thousand square kilometres (4,749 square miles) with a population of over 11 million.

Benefiting from Dujiangyan Irrigation Project which was constructed in 256 B.C., Sichuan Province is reputed as "Tian Fu Zhi Guo", literally a place richly endowed with natural resources. Chengdu, as the capital, is extremely productive. The Min and Tuo Rivers, two branches of the Yangtze River, connected to forty other rivers, supply an irrigation area of more than 700 square kilometres (270.27 square miles) with 150-180 million kilowatts of water. Consisting of bundant mineral resources, the land is extremely fertile.

Kwan Im Statue & Temple, Pematang Siantar - Indonesia

2009-03-29T20:35:00.000-07:00

If you’re traveling to Siantar or on an excursion to Lake Toba in Prapat, have a stop off at Vihara Avalokitesvara in Pane street, Siantar. Help yourself to pray (for Buddhist) or admire the statue of Kwan Im (Quan Yin) that is recorded by MURI (Indonesia’s Record Museum) as the biggest Avalokitesvara Bodhissatva Statue in Indonesia.

Kwan Im statue in Siantar was built in 3 years and made public on 15th November 2005. The 22.8 meters granite statue was ordered from China as the heighest statue in South East Asia.

For Buddhist, Kwan Im is regarded as the Goddess of Mercy and known as Bodhisattva or Buddha-To-Be, human being that is almost reaching enlightment and perfection. The position of Kwan Im in Siantar is called “The Sutra Holder Quan Yin” out of 33 other positions.

Kwan Im is also called Avalokitesvara, identical to the Vihara in which the statue is in. Aval means “hear” and lokite means “world” and svara means “voice” which summarizes “Hearing voices of the world”. “Avalokitesvara, as buddhists believed, is compassion. And those who suffer will be heard”, said Monk Dhyanavira of Vihara Avalokitesvara.

The statue is surrounded by “Catur Mahadewa Raja” (guardians of hell, who’s noting merits/misdeeds done by mortals). The site is also featured with a giant bell and a praying wheel. At the lower part of the site, 33 small Kwan Im statues are circling the big statue.

The Kwan Im statues is now one of religious sites to visit in Siantar, visited by many tourists as well as pilgrims especially on holiday and holy day of Buddhist.

Genting Highland - Malaysia

2009-03-29T20:09:00.000-07:00

Genting Highlands (Malay: Tanah Tinggi Genting) (About 1850m above sea level is a mountain peak within the Titiwangsa Mountains on the border between the states of Pahang and Selangor of Malaysia and is home to a famous mountain resort by the same name which can be reached by car from Kuala Lumpur in one hour. It is also accessible by the world's fastest and South East Asia's longest cable car called Genting Skyway (3.38km^[1]). In 2006, the resort has18.4 million visitors.Genting Highlands was founded by the late Tan Sri Lim Goh Tong in the late 1960s. Currently, this resort is being lead by Lim Goh Tong's son, Tan Sri Lim Kok Thay who is also the current president and CEO of Star Cruises company.

It is sometimes informally known as the Las Vegas of Malaysia, dubbed the "City of Entertainment" as it is the only legal land-based casino in Malaysia, run by Resorts World Bhd, a sub-company of Genting Group. The resort, Genting Highlands Resort, also features many hotels owned by Genting subsidiaries including Awana Genting, First World Hotel, Genting Hotel, Highlands Hotel, Resort Hotel and Theme Park Hotel. Facilities in this resort include two theme parks, a Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum, a wind-turbine sky diving simulator, golf courses and shopping malls.

In 2006,2007,2008, Guinness World Records listed the First World Hotel as the world's largest hotel with a total of 10,118 rooms.

There is a computerised system outside First World Hotel which can automatically calculate the number of parking-bays left in four hotels; First World Hotel, Genting Hotel, Highlands Hotel and Resort Hotel.

Genting Highlands is also home to a 100 million year old forest.

West Sumatera - Indonesia

2009-03-29T19:26:00.000-07:00

West Sumatra (Indonesian: Sumatera Barat, abbreviated to Sumbar) is a province of Indonesia. It lies on the west coast of the island Sumatra, and borders the provinces of North Sumatra (Sumatera Utara) to the north, Riau and Jambi to the east, and Bengkulu to the southeast. It includes the Mentawai Islands off the coast. The capital of the province is Padang.
The history of West Sumatra is closely related to the history of the Minangkabau people. Archaeological evidence indicates that the area surrounding the Limapuluh Koto regency forms the first area inhabited by the Minangkabau. The Minangkabau ancestors were believed to have arrived on this route.

Carlos Beach, Padang-West Sumatera, Indonesia

2009-03-29T18:22:00.000-07:00

Carlos beach is a beach at Padang Old City. On the way to Carlos you really enjoy the atmosphere where could see the blue of the sea and the green of paddy field. you can spent quite some times there enjoying a fresh coconut and hospitable chat with local people.

Some believe that Padang food is very spicy but do not worry because you may find various kinds of food, from local to international. Padang food is quite hot.

Mikie Holiday Hotel & Resort, Brastagi - Indonesia

2009-03-28T00:44:00.001-07:00

Mikie Holiday Hotel Discover new experiences in a hotel, resort, and theme park with a touch of nature and fresh mountain breeze. Take on a journey along the breathtaking sceneries to reach the pleasant destination. Only Mikie Holiday can offer you a place with complete facilities, continuously improved services, wide varieties of food and beverages, and the modern design of every room that is always well-maintained. Mikie Holiday also offers a theme park for the whole family to enjoy. You can increase your stamina in the hot water pool, jump on the trampoline, or test your balance on the Gladiator.

Bangka Island + Paray Resort, Indonesia

2009-03-28T00:04:00.000-07:00

Bangka Island is one of the island belong to Bangka-Belitung Province. The name Bangka is derived from the word ''Wangka'' which means ''tin''. This word was also written in Sriwijaya inscription dated 686 AD and discovered near Kota Kapur in West Bangka. Bangka lies east of Sumatra. Pangkal Pinang is the largest town and the capital of Bangka Belitung, and Sungailiat is the second large city in Bangka Island. One village, called Kampung Kim Hin, lies to the south of Sungailiat, this village is known for a type of alcohol called arak, which is produced from fermented rice. While, Muntok is the principal port.
From Jakarta it is one hour by plane. It has beautiful beaches. Boat service from Palembang to Muntok or Pangkal Pinang is adequate and should not take more than an overnight voyage.

Jakarta City - Indonesia

2009-03-27T23:53:00.000-07:00

Jakarta (also DKI Jakarta) is the capital and largest city of Indonesia. It also has a greater population than any other city in Southeast Asia. It was formerly known as Sunda Kelapa (397–1527), Jayakarta (1527–1619), Batavia (1619–1942), and Djakarta (1942–1972). Located on the northwest coast of Java, it has an area of 661.52 square kilometres (255.41 sq mi) and a population of 8,489,910.^[1] Jakarta is the country's economic, cultural and political center. Jakarta currently is the twelfth largest city in the world. More than 23 million people live in its metropolitan area, Jabodetabek, making it the 2nd largest metropolitan area in the world.^{[citation needed]}

Jakarta is served by the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and Tanjung Priok harbour. Since 2004, Jakarta, while under the governance of Sutiyoso, has built a new bus system known as "TransJakarta" or "Busway", and is now planning to expand the number of routes. The city had hoped to establish its newest transportation system, the Jakarta Monorail, in 2007, but the project was abandoned by the developer, PT Jakarta Monorail, in March 2008. Jakarta is the location of the Jakarta Stock Exchange, the Bank of Indonesia, and the National Monument, or Tugu Monas.

MUTUN ASRI BEACH - LAMPUNG - INDONESIA

2009-03-27T18:42:00.000-07:00

Mutun Asri Beach is an alternative family recreation place at about 10 km from Teluk Betung city in Lampung Province, Indonesia.

Sunway Lagoon - Malaysia

2009-03-27T18:17:00.000-07:00

Sunway Lagoon is strategically located in the township of Bandar Sunway in Petaling Jaya. Spanning 80 acres, the Lagoon draws fun seekers from all over with its reputation as a fascinating land of fun and excitement.
Sunway Lagoon is separated into 3 major themed lands, each boasting their own exciting attractions. Find entertainment, adventure and excitement all in place. A place where you will bring back more than just memories.
Sunway Lagoon, being part of Malaysia's first fully-integrated themed resort - Sunway Lagoon Resort, offers visitors the conveniece of a 5-star hotel, a grand shopping mall right next door and other ultra-modern facilities.

Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia

2009-03-26T21:46:00.000-07:00

Kuala Lumpur is the largest city of Malaysia. The city proper, making up an area of 244 km² (94 sq mi), has an estimated population of 1.6 million in 2006. Greater Kuala Lumpur, also known as the Klang Valley, is an urban agglomeration of 7.2 million.It is the fastest growing metropolitan region in the country, in terms of population as well as economy.

Kuala Lumpur is the seat of the Parliament of Malaysia. Some sections of the judiciary remain in the capital. The official residence of the Malaysian King, the Istana Negara, is also situated in Kuala Lumpur. The city is also the cultural and economic centre of Malaysia due to its position as the capital as well as being a primate city.

Kuala Lumpur is defined within the borders of the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur and is one of three Malaysian Federal Territories. It is an enclave within the state of Selangor, on the central west coast of Peninsular Malaysia.

In addition, Kuala Lumpur is home to the tallest twin buildings in the world, the Petronas Twin Towers.

HillPark Sibolangit Theme Park, North Sumatera, Indonesia.

2009-03-26T19:49:00.000-07:00

It is located in Sibolangit, about 20 minutes before Berastagi on the road Medan - Berastagi, so about 1 hour from Medan. It is at a slightly lower altitude than Berastagi, but much cooler than Medan (though still hot in the midday Sun).

There are some bumper cars (aka dodgems), a rollercoaster , a big ferris wheel, a flat train, a water inner tube slide, about 7 or so other fairground type rides such as a tree house, then in the indoor area (a nicely designed fairy tale castle) there is a very good dimsum restaurant and some arcade machines such as the basketball game.

Huang Long Scenic Spot

2009-03-25T00:39:00.000-07:00

The 'World Wonder' and 'Fairy Land on Earth' are names enjoyed by The Huanglong Scenic and Historic Interest Area, which is well known for its colorful lakes, snow clad mountains, valleys and virgin forest.

It was included in the UNESCO world heritage list in 1992.

The Huanglong Scenic and Historic Interest Area is located in Songpan County, in the northwest part of Sichuan Province and encompasses the Huanglong and Muni Valley. Huanglong's major scenery is concentrated in the 3.6-kilometer (2.2 miles) long Huanglong Valley that includes snow-clad peaks and the easternmost glaciers in China. Due to its layered calcium carbonated deposit patterns, the valley resembles a golden dragon winding its way through the virgin forest, stone mountains and glaciers. Along the valley are scattering numerous colorful ponds of different sizes and shapes, which are strewn with gold colored limestone deposit giving a shimmering golden hue to water, so in sunlight, a golden dragon seems to surge forth from the forest. Thus it was named 'Huanglong Valley' (Yellow Dragon Valley).

Huanglong Scenic and Historic Interest Area is famed for its outstanding travertine (calcium carbonate) formations. With the virgin forest as its backdrop, the travertine scenery holds colorful ponds, beaches, lakes, springs, waterfalls, caves, etc. The travertine formations scenery is No.1 in China.

Leshan Giant Buddha & Ming Jiang River

2009-03-24T23:56:00.000-07:00

The Leshan Giant Buddha is a statue of Maitreya (a Bodhisattva usually represented as a very stout monk with a broad smile on his face and with his naked breast and paunch exposed to view) in sitting posture.
The Buddha is located to the east of Leshan City, Sichuan Province, at the confluence of three rivers, namely, Min River, Qingyi River, and Dadu River. The statue makes itself the most renowned scenic spot in Leshan City. In December, 1996, the location of the Buddha was included by UNESCO on the list of the World Heritage sites.

Intercontinental JiuZhai Paradise Hotel

2009-03-24T23:05:00.000-07:00

FIVE-STAR LUXURY HOTEL HIGH IN THE MOUNTAINS InterContinental Resort Jiuzhai Paradise is an intimate upcountry retreat nestled high within the mountains. The unique design is reminiscent of an ancient city protected under a glass atrium that marries the exquisite and luxurious interior with the bewitching natural beauty outside. Boasting over 1100 rooms, the hotel is the largest in the region and perfect for leisure travelers seeking luxury and solitude.

Window Of The World

2009-03-24T21:28:00.000-07:00

Shenzhen Window of the World is a fantastic replica park situated at the Overseas Chinese Town. Here you can see vivid replicas of the world's wonders, historical heritages and famous scenic sites

The Venetian, Macao - Resort - Hotel

2009-03-24T21:14:00.000-07:00

The Venetian Macao is one of Asia's most exciting entertainment destinations, hotel and preeminent convention and exhibition venues.

Fisherman's Wharf, Macau

2009-03-24T20:57:00.000-07:00

Fisherman's Wharf in Macau looks like more of a complex than a hotel from the outside. The collection of buildings that make up Fisherman's Wharf are meant to represent various places around the world and are filled with restaurants, bars, shops, the Macau theme park and resort Cotai and of course a casino. One of the buildings is also a hotel, and guests of Fisherman's Wharf are in for a themed experience reminiscent of Las Vegas.

JiuZhaiGou Valley, China

2009-03-24T19:31:00.000-07:00

Jiuzhaigou Valley is a great masterpiece of nature having dreamlike scenery and abundant natural resources.
It combines blue lakes, waterfalls, verdant forests, snow-covered mountains, and the folk customs of the Tibetan and Qiang peoples.
It is said that if there should be wonderlands on the earth, Jiuzhaigou Valley must be one of them. There is no equal elsewhere that has sceneries and fables of dreamlike eloquence, or natural purities like a fairyland as Jiuzhaigou Valley.

2008-12-10T23:47:00.000-08:00

Jiu Zhai Gou Scenic Spot, China.

WONDERFUL
AMAZING

Bengkulu City, Indonesia

2008-08-14T23:18:00.000-07:00

Bengkulu City is a province of Indonesia. It is on the southwest coast of the island of Sumatra, and borders the provinces of West Sumatra. The capital of Bengkulu Province is Bengkulu City.
It has a quite beautiful beach that name "Pantai Panjang".

Padang City, Indonesia

2008-08-13T23:08:00.000-07:00

In Indonesia, Padang is capital city of West Sumatera Province. It has a lot of beautiful beach and nice places to spend our vacation. The famous cuisine of Padang is Nasi Padang, Soto Padang (a soup), and Satay Padang.
The nearest beach from midtown is Padang Beach. This beach always crowd of visitor in the evening, maybe just to watch sunset, or spend some time with family or friends.
The Famous Lake in West Of Sumatera is Singkarak Lake.

Sunset

2008-08-12T22:46:00.000-07:00

This Photo was captured at the location between Carlos Beach and Padang City, Indonesia.

PLAZA GURNEY

2008-07-29T00:23:00.000-07:00

Plaza Gurney at Pulau Penang, Malaysia.

SUNWAY LAGOON

2008-07-29T00:20:00.000-07:00

Sunway Lagoon at Kuala Lumpur City, Malaysia.

SPACE SHOT

2008-07-29T00:12:00.000-07:00

"Space Shot" at Genting Highland, Malaysia.

CHINA TOWN MALAYSIA

2008-07-28T23:53:00.000-07:00

China Town at Kuala Lumpur City, Malaysia.

TWIN TOWER

2008-07-28T23:50:00.001-07:00

Twin Tower at Kuala Lumpur City, Malaysia.

TWIN TOWER

2008-07-28T23:50:00.000-07:00

Twin Tower at Kuala Lumpur City, Malaysia.

CABLE CAR TO GENTING HIGHLAND

2008-07-28T23:35:00.000-07:00

Cable car to Genting Highland, Malaysia.

PINGGIRAN

2008-07-28T23:27:00.000-07:00

Batam City, Riau Archipelago Province, Indonesia. At this place, we can see high towers or buildings in Singapore city.

MIKIE HOLIDAY HOTEL & RESORT

2008-07-28T19:22:00.000-07:00

"Mikie Holiday" Hotel & Resort at Brastagi City, North of Sumatera, Indonesia.

HILL PARK

2008-07-28T19:10:00.000-07:00

HILL PARK in Green Hill City, Sibolangit, North Of Sumatera, Indonesia.

GELEGAR

2008-07-28T19:06:00.000-07:00

Roller Coaster "GELEGAR" in HILL PARK at Green Hill City, Sibolangit, North Of Sumatera, Indonesia.

KINCIR RAKSASA

2008-07-28T18:54:00.000-07:00

"Kincir Raksasa" at Hill Park in GreenHill City, Sibolangit, North Of Sumatera, Indonesia.

NATIONAL MONUMENT

2008-06-12T22:51:00.000-07:00

LandMark of Indonesia......
"National Monument" at Jakarta, Capital Of Indonesia.

ANCOL BEACH

2008-06-12T22:49:00.000-07:00

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"Ancol Beach", Jakarta City, Capital Of Indonesia.

TELUK GELAM LAKE

2008-06-12T22:46:00.000-07:00

"Teluk Gelam Lake" At Palembang City, South Of Sumatra Island, Indonesia.
At this lake, we can have some fun by driving a jet scooter with friends.
And near of this lake, it has a small themepark for family.
Please come by and have some fun.

CARLOS BEACH

2008-06-12T22:29:00.001-07:00

Carlos Beach, Bungus Area, Padang City, West Of Sumatra Island, Indonesia.
This Beach is quite beautiful, and at here, we can see activities of fishermen, also we can have some of fun by playing parasailing and banana boat.

AVOLAKITESVARA STATUE

2008-06-12T22:26:00.000-07:00

The Biggest "Avolakitesvara" Statue in South East Asian at Pematang Siantar City, North Of Sumatra Island, Indonesia.
In front of this statue, there is a big buddist temple.

JAM GADANG

2008-06-12T22:11:00.000-07:00

"Jam Gadang" Monument or Big Clock at Bukit Tinggi City, West of Sumatra Island, Indonesia.

AIR MANIS BEACH

2008-06-12T22:07:00.000-07:00

Air Manis Beach at Padang, West Of Sumatra Island, Indonesia.
This beach has a legend that name "Malin Kundang".

PARAY RESORT BEACH

2008-06-12T19:35:00.000-07:00

This is Paray Resort Beach at Sungai Liat City, Bangka - Belitung Archipelago Province, Indonesia.
It's so beautiful.
Just come and prove it.

TRAVELLING

2008-06-12T02:57:00.001-07:00

There is a time for us to stop from all of our daily activities and routine job for a while.
And do a travelling to visit other towns, cities, or countries is one of many ways that we can choose to spend our vacation.
Indonesia is one of all the best country to visit, because it is the world's fourth most populous country. Across its many islands, Indonesia consists of distinct ethnic, linguistic, and religious groups.
And to celebrate 100 years of National Awakening, Indonesia's ministry of culture and tourism has a program "Visit Indonesia 2008" to increase tourist come to this beautiful country.