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Ep.46 - Java, Indonesia (Budget Travel Guide)

Updated: Sep 16, 2020

Java is only the fourth largest island in Indonesia but contains more than half of the nation’s population and dominates it politically and economically. The capital of Java and of the country is Jakarta (formerly Batavia), which is also Indonesia’s largest city. If you're looking for inspiration on what to see and do in Java, you've come to the right place! 


In this episode we discuss:

1. When were we there and for how long;

2. Our reason for going;

3. Weather;

4. Destination highlight or standout experience;

5. Food;

6. Must-See & Do  ;

7. Transport around ;

8. Challenges;

9. Budget;

10. Overall impression;


For more on Java you should have a look at the following articles on our blog:

https://www.wewillnomad.com/indonesia-travel-guide

https://www.wewillnomad.com/post/24-hours-in-jakarta

https://www.wewillnomad.com/post/yogyakarta-walking-tour

https://www.wewillnomad.com/post/prambanan-temple-tour-yogyakarta

https://www.wewillnomad.com/post/how-to-visit-borobudur-temple-yogyakarta

https://www.wewillnomad.com/post/5-reasons-to-visit-solo-indonesia

https://www.wewillnomad.com/post/mount-bromo-what-you-need-to-know

https://www.wewillnomad.com/post/blue-flames-of-kawa-ijen


Kawah Ijen sunrise

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