var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-27760239-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })(); Experience Indonesia, the world’s largest archipelago wherever you are. Discover what 17,508 islands has to offer. Explore stunning local destinations, diverse cultures, cuisine, and unique traditions. Hopefully this blog will inspire you to travel and go on an Indonesian adventure.  Explorers Tumblr (3.0; @allaboutindonesia)http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/33ed1a52363dae2e0517ecee8baeb038/tumblr_mmvnp5LUvR1rnlb7lo1_r1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Every shade of blue exists in Uluwatu. This serenity can be experienced at Uluwatu, Bali in Indonesia.</p> <p>————</p> <p><em>Setiap warna biru ada di Uluwatu. Ketenangan ini bisa dialami di Uluwatu, Bali, Indonesia.</em></p> <p><a class="tumblr_blog" href="http://senerii.tumblr.com/post/50561886444/uluwatu-by-chrisgrundy-on-flickr">senerii</a>:</p> <blockquote> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/g-ninetytwo/5649093978/" title="uluwatu.">uluwatu.</a> by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/g-ninetytwo/">ChrisGrundy.</a> on Flickr.</p> </blockquote>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/50632271560http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/50632271560Fri, 17 May 2013 00:30:25 -0400indonesiatravel indonesiaindonesia traveltraveltravel asiaasiauluwatubaliislandsoceanseablueskyblue skylandscapenaturewavesturquoisesummersummer breezeazurevacationholiday<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/532b32aa342933db5330858e9f71deca/tumblr_mmil5oyd5J1qc9bk9o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><div> <p>Discover the natural hidden gems of West Java, where you’ll find peaceful waterfalls like this. At Mount Halimun in West Java, Indonesia.</p> <p>———</p> <p><em>Temukan permata alami yang tersembunyi di Jawa Barat, dimana kamu akan menemukan air terjun yang damai seperti ini. Di Gunung Halimun, Jawa Barat, Indonesia.</em></p> </div>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/50068689856http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/50068689856Fri, 10 May 2013 00:23:05 -0400indonesiawest javaparadisewaterfallpeacepeacefulnaturetraveltravel indonesiatravel asiaasialandscapeforesttreessolitudediscover<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/f30f41c405612b1ccca78829b11591cd/tumblr_mmihb3DwyX1qc9bk9o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>A stunning photo of a bat cave in West Java, Indonesia.</p> <p>———</p> <p><em>Sebuah foto gua kelelawar yang menakjubkan di Jawa Barat, Indonesia.</em></p>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/49987404996http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/49987404996Wed, 08 May 2013 23:21:03 -0400indonesiawest javabat cavebatsunsettravel indonesiatravellandscapenatureshadowsilhouettephotographynature photography<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/47bec0076ddda2bd2e0188a45b24b9cc/tumblr_mlqn7gXBMD1qkahb5o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><a class="tumblr_blog" href="http://earthhour.tumblr.com/post/48745370747/check-out-this-these-gorgeous-before-and-during">earthhour</a>:</p> <blockquote> <p>Check out these gorgeous before and during Earth Hour shots of Candi Prambanan (a 9th century Hindu temple compound in Central Java, Indonesia).</p> <p>Image: WWF-Indonesia/S.Henky.P</p> </blockquote>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/48909689193http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/48909689193Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:30:00 -0400earth hourearth daylandscapeindonesiacandi prambanantempleprambanan templewwftravel indonesiatravelvisit indonesianatureenvironmenttravel asiaasiasoutheast asiaancientphotographyhistorynight<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/82325381ca8624a9a3293186d580d99d/tumblr_mlqqiz7APw1rn0oofo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Another reason to an infinite number of reasons to visit Raja Ampat, Indonesia!</p>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/48833211127http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/48833211127Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:30:00 -0400raja ampatindonesiatravel indonesiavisit indonesiaseaoceanturquoiseazurewaternaturelandscapeblue skyparadiseislandtravel asiaasiaholidayvacation<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/d655dd11ffe2b98736de816c80c3fd08/tumblr_mlqubxy1qr1qc9bk9o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>S is for sunsets. S is for seas. S is for Sulawesi. S is for spending time watching sunsets by the sea in Sulawesi.</p> <p>This is in Sulawesi, Indonesia. One of my favorite destinations is Wakatobi Islands in Sulawesi, where I got lost looking into the starry skies and found wonder in the magical underwater seas.</p>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/48755999034http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/48755999034Wed, 24 Apr 2013 01:09:00 -0400sulawesiindonesiaseaoceanocean breezesunsetbeachtraveltravel indonesiaindonesia destinationsvisit indonesiaasiatravel asialandscapesnatureholidayvacationtravel the world<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/de76661cef64d18746299b9d0ec85996/tumblr_ml2u8fRvv41qc9bk9o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><span>A stunning photo of Golden Sweepers, which are beautiful pink and yellow shimmering fish, as they swim in Buyat Bay of North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Buyat Bay is home to one of the highest numbers of coral and fish species in the world.</span></p> <p><span>———</span></p> <p><em><span>Sebuah foto ikan Penyapu Emas yang menakjubkan saat mereka berenang di Teluk Buyat di Sulawesi Utara, Indonesia. Penyapu Emas merupakan ikan yang indah dan berkilauan berwarna merah muda dan kuning. Teluk Buyat merupakan salah satu tempat dimana adanya jumlah spesies karang dan ikan tertinggi di dunia.</span></em></p>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/47684991169http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/47684991169Thu, 11 Apr 2013 02:05:03 -0400indonesiatraveltravel indonesiaunderwaterscuba divingoceansnorkelingmarinemarine lifefishseabeachsummerunderwater photographysulawesinorth sulawesibuyat baybiodiversitynaturelandscapeindonesia natureindonesia oceanindonesia sea<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/87e540899326c2f38fca089774413d35/tumblr_mkyxgtc4R81qc9bk9o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Face your fears and have the best view of Bali’s mountains by going paragliding! I hope to do this one day.</p> <p>——-</p> <p><em>Hadapi ketakutan kamu dan dapatkan pemandangan pengunungan Bali yang terbaik melalui paralayang! Aku berharap untuk melakukan ini suati hari.</em></p>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/47513397921http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/47513397921Mon, 08 Apr 2013 23:24:29 -0400indonesiabalimountainviewscenicsceneryparaglidingface your fearnaturelandscapefuntravel indonesiaasiatravel asiatravelyolo<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/ff9f3b8eb87fafaad9188da926a79033/tumblr_mjkgqn4B5H1qc9bk9o1_500.png"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/46e5b2bbbd8f78e58a32b78f58743421/tumblr_mjkgqn4B5H1qc9bk9o2_500.png"/><br/> <br/><p>Happy Nyepi! Nyepi is a Balinese “Day of Silence” that is celebrated based on the Balinese calendar (in 2013, it falls on March 12). It’s a day of fasting and meditation for the Balinese, and the following day is the celebration of the New Year.</p> <p>———</p> <p><em>Selamat Hari Nyepi! Nyepi adalah “Hari Keheningan” di Bali yang dirayakan berdasarkan kalender Bali  (pada tahun 2013, tanggal tersebut adalah 12 Maret). Hari ini merupakan hari berpuasa dan bermeditasi untuk warga Bali, dan hari berikutnya adalah perayaan Tahun Baru.</em></p>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/45237386838http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/45237386838Tue, 12 Mar 2013 22:09:41 -0400balinyepiholidayIndonesian culturecultureAsian cultureasiaindonesiatraveltravel indonesiaislandseaoceansummerdestinationtravel destinationtravel AsiasunsettraditionIndonesian tradition<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/ea202d54dfe54a212d451f92643ed7d4/tumblr_mizmo5qf5J1qc9bk9o1_r1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>When my international friends ask me what I eat for breakfast in Indonesia, I say “Fried Rice.” Some might consider it a heavy meal for breakfast, but why not start the day with a burst of flavor? <em>Nasi Goreng</em> is rice stir-fried with vegetables, chicken, and sweet soya sauce. It’s usually served with a sunny side up egg and chips, and I like to add some chilis into the dish to make it even more tasty!</p> <p>———-</p> <p><em>Ketika teman-terman internasional saya bertanaya apa yang saya makan untuk sarapan di Indonesia, saya menjawab “Nasi Goreng.” Beberapa mungkin menganggapnya terlalu berat untuk sarapan, tapi kenapa nggak memulai setiap hari dengan ledakan rasa? Nasi Goreng adalah nasi aduk goreng dengan sayuran, ayam dan kecap manis. Viasanya disajikan dengan telor keplok dan krupuk, saya suka menambahkan sambal biar rasanya lebih lezat!</em></p>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/44350052715http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/44350052715Sat, 02 Mar 2013 00:20:25 -0500indonesiatravelindonesian foodindonesian cuisinefoodinternational foodinternational cuisinecuisineasian cuisineasian foodricestir frynasi gorengfried riceeggsunny side upbreakfastindonesian breakfastall about indonesiatravel indonesiatravel asiaasia<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/1c485525b6a36a1816440b410a7c69c4/tumblr_miy55vlA0w1qc9bk9o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>It’s time for Indonesian dessert! This furry looking dessert is <em>Klepon. </em>It’s a boiled rice cake stuffed with melted sugar, and rolled in grated coconut. It’s bright green color comes from a natural plant extract called Pandan, which is used in many Indonesian dishes.</p> <p>———</p> <p><em>Sekarang waktunya untuk makanan pencuci mulut! Hidangan yang tampak berbulu ini adalah Klepon. Kue terbuat dari nasi ini diisi dengan gula Jawa dan di taburi parut kelapa. Warna hijau terang ini berasalh dari ekstrak tumbuhan alami yang disebut Pandan, yang digunakan dalam banyak masakan Indonesia.</em></p>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/44292231760http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/44292231760Fri, 01 Mar 2013 08:40:28 -0500indonesiafoodindonesian foodtraveltravel indonesiatravel asiaasian foodasian cuisineinternational cuisineeateatscuisineyummynominstafoodfood photography<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/4df0976704a580e94832dbf845f92dda/tumblr_miy4rsVpWU1qc9bk9o1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p>Next on the Indonesian food adventure is <em>Siomay Bandung, </em>one of the delicious dishes that I miss the most. Steamed and fried dumplings of fish and steamed vegetables, tofu, and potato served in spicy peanut sauce and drizzled in sweet soya sauce.</p> <p>———-</p> <p><em>Selanjutnya pada petualangan makanan Indonesia ini adalah Siomay Bandung, salah satu hidangan lezat yang aku paling kangen. Pangsit ikan dan sayuran rebus dan goreng, termasuk tahu dan kentang disajikan dengan saus kacang pedas dan kecap manis.</em></p>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/44240029617http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/44240029617Thu, 28 Feb 2013 16:20:12 -0500indonesiafoodindonesian foodtraveltravel indonesiatravel asiaasian fooddumplingsspicysweetsavoryfriedsteamedinternational cuisinecuisineasian cuisineyummynominstafoodfood photographyhungry<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/fbffcd6069ba1a26918a48b723ef673a/tumblr_miaeqpGUxf1s5kf4io1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p>To start this week of Indonesian food posts, feast your eyes on <em>Es Campur</em> (literally translated as mixed ice). This sweet, refreshing dessert is shaved ice covered with fruity syrup, condensed milk, and coconut. Perfect for the Indonesia’s hot weather or after a spicy Indonesian dish.</p> <p>————</p> <p><em>Untuk memulai posting makanan Indonesia selama satu minggu ini, alihkan mata Anda kepada Es Campur. Hidangan penutup yang manis dan menyegarkan ini merupakan es serut dengan sirup buah, susu kental, dan kelapa muda. Sangat cocok untuk dinikmati dengan cuaca panas Indonesia atau setelah makanan yang pedas.</em></p> <p><a class="tumblr_blog" href="http://nomuploads.tumblr.com/post/43289559927/this-is-indonesias-version-of-a-snow-cone-shaved">nomuploads</a>:</p> <blockquote> <div> <p>At an Asian fusion restaurant in Washington, DC.</p> </div> </blockquote>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/44161515643http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/44161515643Wed, 27 Feb 2013 16:00:21 -0500indonesiafoodindonesian foodindonesian cuisinecuisineallaboutindonesiaall about indonesiatraveltravel indonesiainternational cuisineinternational foodnom uploadsasian foodasian cuisinesnow coneicedessertinstafoodfood photographynomyumsyrupfruitcondensed milksweetcoconut<p>Are you ready for a week of Indonesian food? If you ask me, I&#8217;m always ready. This week, I&#8217;ll be posting all about Indonesian food so make sure to follow to go on a food adventure with me!</p> <p>What&#8217;s your favorite Indonesian food?</p>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/44072653904http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/44072653904Tue, 26 Feb 2013 13:13:00 -0500indonesiatravelindonesian foodfoodinternational foodcuisineinternational cuisineinstafoodfood photogtaphytravel indonesiafood adventurenom<p>Hey internet friends,</p> <p>Did you know that we also have a Facebook page? If you&#8217;re on Facebook (like I am, always) and want to help promote Indonesian tourism - <strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Explore-Travel-Discover-Indonesia/182153195158825">&#8220;Like&#8221; us on Facebook</a></strong>! </p> <p>Cheers,</p> <p>Proud Indonesian</p>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/43730243069http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/43730243069Fri, 22 Feb 2013 12:00:46 -0500indonesiatravel indonesiaall about indonesiatravelasiasoutheast asiafacebook<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/d84ce5b884d8012bc676f3d0bcb4ea9e/tumblr_migk05LT1T1rpb1vko1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>At the top of my list of Indonesian destinations is Raja Ampat. Its alluring, breathtaking landscape and its magical underwater world is bound to make you say…”this is paradise”.</p> <p>———</p> <p><em>Di paling atas daftar tempat yang aku ingin kunjungi di Indonesia adalah Raja Ampat. Pemandangannya yang memikat dan mempersona, dan dunia di bawah laut yang mengagumkan pasti akan membuat Anda mengatakan…”ini adalah surga”.</em></p>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/43651510789http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/43651510789Thu, 21 Feb 2013 12:00:41 -0500indonesiatraveldestinationmy next destinationtravel indonesiatravel asiaasiaraja ampatpapuaparadiseunderwateroceanseasummerbeachscuba divingsnorkelingheavennaturelandscape<p>Thank you so much for your encouragement :) it makes me so happy that I can contribute to Indonesia in a positive way. I’m currently stateside as well, I’m looking forward to going back to Indonesia and exploring more cities for the blog. Definitely will try to check out Batu Karas! </p> <p>Cheers,</p> <p>Proud Indonesian</p>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/43475933874http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/43475933874Tue, 19 Feb 2013 03:49:17 -0500<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/c72802c5d2de869a76bfa713ee5ba67e/tumblr_mif2zo9UPh1rembs0o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Good morning! Sunrise at Borobudur Temple in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.</p> <p>———</p> <p><em>Selamat pagi! Matahari terbit pada Candi Borobudur di Yogyakarta, Indonesia.</em></p>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/43400229986http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/43400229986Mon, 18 Feb 2013 09:54:09 -0500Indonesia Travelindonesiaborobudurtemplesunriselandscapenatureasiayogyakartaskypeacetravel asiatravel indonesiaall about indonesia<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/04490c940e8357b3e0c6d63e51f9e4b7/tumblr_miahto4OFj1qc9bk9o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>If there is magic in this planet, it is under water. Make sure to go scuba diving in Indonesia, the experience is like exploring a whole new world!</p> <p>———</p> <p><em>Jika ada keajaiban di planet ini, akan berada di bawah air. Pergilah menyelam di Indonesia, pengalamannya seperti pergi ke dunia baru.</em></p>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/43320098346http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/43320098346Sun, 17 Feb 2013 12:00:46 -0500indonesiaindonesia traveltravelasiasoutheast asiaunderwaterunderwater photographyscuba divingsnorkelingfishmarineseaoceansummerbeachlandscapenatureall about indonesia<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/8a1ca405762ec00eaad8ac6775c03919/tumblr_miafosExQp1qgevy5o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><a class="tumblr_blog" href="http://lavestyanggreni.tumblr.com/post/43186847358/bromo-tengger-semeru-national-park">lavestyanggreni</a>:</p> <blockquote> <p>Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park</p> </blockquote>http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/43235049703http://allaboutindonesia.tumblr.com/post/43235049703Sat, 16 Feb 2013 12:00:39 -0500indonesiaindonesia travelbromomountainparklandscapenaturenational parkgreenallaboutindonesia