Been thinking about visiting Indonesia and wanted to get the latest intel from those who've been recently.
Specifically interested in:
1. Current price ranges
2. Best areas to base yourself
3. Any safety concerns
4. How's the quality compared to the Philippines?
Any recent trip reports would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Indonesia — ATM and cash tips
Started by AtlantaAce · 2 Mar 2026 · 1141 views
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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2 Mar 2026 at 17:36
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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Did you use dating apps or find girls at bars?
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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This matches my experience. Indonesia is underrated.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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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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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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