Back from Indonesia. Spent 6 days, here's the breakdown:
Accommodation: Airbnb near the action. $22/night.
Scene: Better than expected.
Prices: Fair for the quality.
Highlights: The GFE experience here is next level.
Overall: 8.5/10 — exceeded expectations.
Ask me anything.
Indonesia — 10 day trip report
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13 Mar 2026 at 10:48
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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13 Mar 2026 at 16:28
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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13 Mar 2026 at 18:29
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were higher when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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13 Mar 2026 at 19:19
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found downtown to be better value.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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14 Mar 2026 at 16:04
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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How does it compare to Czech Republic?
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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I'd also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found the outskirts to be better value.
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How does it compare to Thailand?
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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