If you're planning a trip to Bali, Rote or any other destination in Indonesia, understanding the Visa on Arrival (VOA) process can save you time and hassle. The VOA is the most commonly used visa option for travelers entering Indonesia, as it is a convenient and...
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Forget Bali. Here Are Some Amazing Indonesian Islands That You Didn’t Know About.
Indonesia is famous for its islands, with Bali, Lombok and the Gili Islands regularly topping travel lists for travelers from all across the world. But there are over 17,000 other islands in Indonesia and these few famous islands are just a tiny part of this sprawling...
Essential Travel Tips for Exploring Remote Indonesia
While islands like Bali, Lombok, Gili are now highly developed with airports, roads, transport networks, GoJeks, Grabs, hospitals, shopping malls, a seemingly endlessly diverse choice of restaurants and everything you could pretty much desire. The vast majority of...
Where to Surf in Indonesia: Bali, Batukaras, and Beyond
Indonesia’s surf scene is no secret, and for good reason. With over 17,000 islands, this archipelago is home to some of the world’s best waves. And while Bali and its famous Bukit Peninsula often steal the spotlight, there’s a a lot more surf waiting to be discovered...
Explore Kupang Timor
Kupang, located on the southwestern tip of Timor Island, is a stop that everyone heading to Rote will make on their journey, and when your next stop is the dreamy island of Rote, this layover can seem rather inconvenient. At first glance through the windows of your...
Plugs & Sockets in Rote, Bali and Other Indonesian Islands
In Rote, as in all of Indonesia you will need the 2 pin, C and F type sockets and plugs. The pins on C and F plugs are round and not flat or rectangular. Standard Voltage in Rote The Voltage is in Indonesia and Rote is 230V. Voltage: 230 V Frequency: 50 Hz Power...
Indonesian Airline Surfboard Baggage Fees
Whether you are planning your first surf trip to Indonesia, or your 100th, navigating Indonesian Airlines surfboard baggage policies with the lack of information online, can be a nightmare. Want to get straight to it? Garuda Surfboard Fees Lion Air Surfboard...
Express Bahari: Kupang to Rote Fast Ferry
UPDATE October 18th 2024: From October 21st 2024 the Express Bahari Ship 8E will arrive in Rote at Ba'a Port. www.expressbahari.com @expressbahari.id Great news for everyone coming to Rote, from October 21st, 2024, the Express Bahari Fast Ferry to Rote Island will...
What’s The Best Time to Travel to Rote? Rote Weather and Seasons
For most of us, the best time for your trip to Rote depends on 3 main factors. The weather, surf conditions, and whether you want to be here in the busier peak season, or the quieter low season. Peak season can mean offshore trades everyday at T-Land, but with a...