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Guide to Travel Health in Bandung

January 13, 2014 By // by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Trips can be very unpredictable, especially when visiting a city that is very much unfamiliar, such as Bandung. Although this is a large city, not much information is available when it comes to traveler’s health in Bandung. Thus, here is a quick guide on the need-to-know information before heading to the Bandung City of Indonesia.

Health in Bandung — Bandung Adventist Hospital – Indonesia

All travelers headed to Bandung should visit their personal physician or travel clinic about 4 to 8 weeks prior to their departure. Discuss with your doctor any necessary shots or vaccinations to prevent any contact with diseases. Some notable anti-vaccinations include Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Polio, Japanese Encephalitis, Rabies, Typhoid, Tetanus-diphtheria, and Yellow Fever. Although not all shots are required, some vaccinations will depend on your length of stay and activities lined up. …

Where to Go Shopping in Bandung

November 23, 2013 By // by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Bandung is famous for being a shopping paradise of Indonesia. Many residents of Jakarta flock to Bandung during the weekend for some retail therapy. For most part, there are tons of factory outlets here that sell genuine products, rejects and fake items. No matter what your budget is, shopping in Bandung can surely accommodate anyone.

Shopping in Bandung — Paris Van Java Mall in Bandung – Indonesia

There are both shopping districts and shopping malls in Bandung that are popular among shopaholics. Being colonized by the Dutch in the past, the town also has a handful of old yet appealing Dutch colonial houses that have been converted into factory outlets. Although there are some designer labels, you will certainly struggle to find luxury brands as most high-end stores are factory outlets while the rest remain bargains. Still, Bandung certainly provides something for everybody with the many places you can go to for shopping. …

Guide on What to Pack and What to Wear in Bandung

November 23, 2013 By // by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Bandung is often referred to as the “City of Flowers” to many residents of Indonesia. It is a popular weekend getaway for many residents of Jakarta who come here to shop at its many shopping outlets and to enjoy the relatively cool weather of Bandung. Although Indonesians may know what to expect of Bandung, travelers from different parts of the globe may not be as informed. Here is a guide on what to pack and what to wear in Bandung.

What to Wear in Bandung — Casual wear in Bandung – Indonesia

Knowing what to wear generally depends on where you come from. If you come from a relatively cold country, bring light-colored casual clothes with you. The same goes for people from hot countries with the exception of bringing a jacket with you especially when going to high places that surround the city (since you are more likely to feel the cold than someone accustomed to it). Bandung is relatively cooler than Bali and Jakarta so it may get cold in the mornings and evenings. …

Options on Getting around Bandung

November 23, 2013 By // by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Getting around Bandung can get quite confusing and frustrating, especially to first-time tourists. Finding your way around the city is not too easy as transport in the city is not too well-developed. There is no mass transit system, metro or tram, so tourists need to make use of public minibuses, taxis or rented cars to get around the city.

Getting around in Bandung by mini-buses (Angkot)

Although bus lines are plenty, they do not cover the entire city. They mostly cater the longer inner-city routes from end to end such as north to south destinations or east to west directions. The city buses are named DAMRI and are often vague and difficult to predict in their route. Simply raise your hand to call a mini-bus to stop, hop on board, check your destination and pay the corresponding price. …

Travel Options for Getting to Bandung

November 23, 2013 By // by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Because Bandung is not a major city hub, the easiest way to get to the city is going through Jakarta, which is Indonesia’s capital. Unlike most cities in Indonesia that rely on sea ports, Bandung is practically a basin found in the middle of the island, surrounded by plenty of mountains. Despite its centered location, getting to Bandung is easy with the many transport options available.

Although getting to Bandung by air is the fastest option, it may not be as convenient. Since Bandung is a valley being surrounded by rugged mountains, landing and taking-off from the small and only airport may be quite a challenge for some pilots. In bad weather, it may be difficult to depart and arrive at the Hussein Sastranegara Airport, especially because there is a high possibility of cancellation of flights due to unfortunate weather conditions. In addition to that, the airport can only cater to small or medium-sized airplanes because of its conservative surroundings. …

The Culture and Festivals Bandung Shares to the World

November 23, 2013 By // by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Bandung is the capital of the Sundanese, which is the main people and culture of the West Java and Banten provinces of Indonesia. Within this cultural hemisphere, only the city of Jakarta is not included. The Sundanese have their own cultural legacy and language, this distinct way of life can then be experienced in no better way than through the culture and festivals Bandung can provide.

Culture and Festivals in Bandung — Kasada Festival in Bandung – Indonesia

Most of the Sundanese people believe in the religion Islam. Although many locals are predominantly religious and religion plays a big role in the West Java region, many people still tend to be open-minded by welcoming foreigners, their habits and their way of thinking. …