Indonesia

Made up of thousands and thousands of islands, Indonesia is truly a nation to be envied. They have it all: tropical island resorts, rich culture, water sports, shopping, upscale spas, resorts, ancient ruins and sacred sites, and some of the best cuisine that you will ever taste! With all these islands to choose from, you might have trouble figuring out where to go first and what to do, and since you can't do it all on your vacation, you can always plan to come back again and again! With it's almost 18,000 different islands, the culture that is mixed here is amazing. From European to Asian, every culture is represented here and is thriving in the diverse islands that make up this nation. No matter where you are from, you are sure to identify with some of the native traditions and culture here, since Indonesia is a huge melting pot for all. But, with all the rich culture comes a price too, and Indonesia was home to some of the most horrific fighting in World War II. While staying here, you can find many different museums and sites that still ring with the sounds of battle from long ago.

While there are thousands of islands that make up Indonesia, there are thousands of things to do in the water as well. From deep sea fishing to lagoon diving, Indonesia truly has it all to offer. You can swim with sharks and other marine life, snorkel along the coastal areas and lagoons, dive into some of the most beautiful reefs known, fish for big or little game, water ski, jet ski, sail, rent a boat for your own private explorations, canoe or kayak around the smaller islands, or just lay back on the beach and relax. You will always be able to find something that you enjoy in the waters of Indonesia. But, don't worry, water and history are just a couple of the things that you can get into here in Indonesia. No matter where you stay, you will always find shopping and tours around the island to help you relate to the natives and learn about their lands and traditions. You can also find wonderfully relaxing resorts where you can enjoy dinner and dancing or just lounging by the pool! Surely you will find just the right activity to enjoy while on your vacation here so you won't leave here empty handed or minded!

 

Indonesia Travel Resources

 

Regional Destinations in Indonesia

  • Sumatra

    Sumatra

    Sumatra is the sixth largest island in the world and is home to some of the most beautiful flowers in the world. The ancient name for the islands was Swarna Dwipa, which meant the Isle of Gold, due to the native's gold mines that scattered the islands.... Read More

  • Sulawesi

    Sulawesi

    The Island of Sulawesi, or Celebes, is one of the four larger Sunda islands located in Indonesia, and is the world's eleventh largest island. Located in the midst of several other well known islands, such as Borneo and Timor, Sulawesi is a great place ... Read More

  • Maluku

    Maluku

    Maluku is located in the heart of Indonesia and has waters that surround it that are thousands of meters deep. This island holds a mix of Asian and Australian flora and fauna, and you can experience the best of both worlds here on your visit. Maluku is... Read More

  • Java Island

    Java Island

    The Java islands can trace their roots to the prehistoric time periods and fossils of early man have been found and prove positive that it may have housed one of the earliest cultures and civilizations known to man. This is all the precursor to the tim... Read More

  • Borneo

    Borneo

    Borneo is the third largest island in the world and one of the most diverse as far as ownership is concerned. Divided into three large groups, the island is controlled and inhabited by three different countries.

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  • Bali

    Bali

    One of the many Indonesian islands, Bali is known for it's rich culture and beauty. The starting place of the Dutch East India Company in the 17th century, Bali is still a center for international trading and meetings. Due to it's unique position, the ... Read More