School holidays are both a curse and a blessing for expat parents live in Jakarta. First, not all of us can plan a longer break from it all and even if we can, then there is the big headache planning and actually to get anywhere in a reasonable amount of time. As always, it seems as if all the 27.9 million or so inhabitants (at the last count in 2010) in Jabodetabek (Greater Jakarta metropolitan area of Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Bekasi and Tangerang) are intent on escaping the same.
Let brings the rail ...
Bandung
Perhaps the best train route for scenic value from Jakarta to Bandung. After the flood left it winds through the mountains of West Java, to the city to achieve that. In much quieter and less crowded times when Paris was known in the East be crossed for the best views of the rural life in the kampungs and fantastic views as ravines, reserve seats on the right side when walking, and of course on the left side when returning. to have
Once a deadlocked city, had the precaution in advance to book hotel reservations, you may want a car and driver for the next day and head to check for the hills, the setting. Gunung Tangkuban (meaning upturned boat), about 25 kilometers north of Bandung, the only volcano in Java is available all the way to the top with the car. First time visitors on a volcano, like your children, will be intimidated appropriately and your wallet will be happy to receive a vent at the souvenir stalls.
southwest of Bandung Gunung Ratuha, with a lake, Kawah Putih, which, as the name suggests, is white - or occasionally turquoise. The lake itself is easily accessible by car. Having been there and seen that, continue to Ciwidey where you can luxuriate on the cool evenings 'back home' in memories. Note:. If you decide to stay overnight in one of the many hotels, it is may be advisable socks to wear in bed
About two hours from Bandung the Cimanggu Hot Springs with swimming pools are constantly replenished sulfurated water. Once you have learned how a lobster could feel, it is only a 30-minute drive through tea plantations at sea (or situ) Patengan where you can rent a boat and enjoy the green carpet of algae covers the surface.
Some 50 km away from Bandung Garut, an Old Dutch mountain station with a Sundanese atmosphere. Although predominantly Muslim, there are Hindu temples to seek, a reminder that West Java has a rich history. Energetic families can put on walks, but perhaps the most interesting activity for younger families are the factories that make dodol, sweet candy from sticky rice flour and sugar with various flavors, such as - er - Durian. Cooked in huge woks over open fires and stirred continuously for a long time with what appears to be rowing boat, it's a fascinating labor intensive cottage industry.
Cirebon
Another city easily accessible train and well worth it for a day or two to explore Cirebon on Java on the north coast. The ride itself is a bit boring, because it never leaves the flat coastal plain. Cirebon a combination of two words, "ci", which means water and "REBON ', an indication that this major seaport for its salted fish, fresh shrimp is famous, and petis and terasi (shrimp pastes used as spices). It can be incredibly hot but Keraton Kasepuhan, the palace of the original Sultan is of great interest, especially for the collection of carriages, as is near Keraton Kanornan dating back to 1527. also looking batik workshops comes; as in Yogyakarta and Surakarta batik requires originally manufactured in Cirebon the royal seal of approval and has particular motives
Malang
Some that the train overnight. can feel traveling, which leaves the Gajayana Gambir station at 05:30 is not a lot of fun. you can fly, but then you have the additional expense for all have that entails, and you can still get your way from Surabaya wend need.
But if you think saved the hotel costs and that you have to explore a whole day in front of the historic town - it was founded in the 8th century, when it was the seat of government of the old Kanjuruhan and Singhasari kingdom. It also begins to make sense when you decide to take in the middle of the city a "high tea" in one of the world's top hotels, the unique Tugu (www.tuguhotels.com/malang).
, the city was officially part of the all-encompassing Javanese Mataram kingdom in the 17th century, when the Dutch were the first time here. Those who can dig the history explore several archaeological sites, including Buddhist relics from the former Majapahit time.
Camping it up.
Camping in Taman Mekarsari
For those who prefer more down to earth vacation, then won the Mekarsari Fruit property a campground. Your children can use the Youth Farmer Club participate and learn how to spread during Smell the fresh air and to prune. under canvas sleep also has its advantages in terms of the vote in Mother Nature, especially when it is raining and you stay dry, inwardly smiling.
Similar euphoria may Botanical Garden at the Cibodas be discovered, "gateway" to the Gede -Pangrango National Park. Once booked, and chosen to erect tents a body carrier can be hired to help set up the tents and serve for an extra fee, as a night watchman and a little shopping, and for beer.
Besides shopping of the quite relaxed activity in the nearby city of orchids, or they grow in the beautiful Botanical Gardens, a fairly reasonable 3km hike can be made to some impressive waterfalls in the park to watch.
[1945006To] go on to the summit, require a license. Details of those volcanoes are suitable for families climb up out the Gunung Bagging website (http://gunungbagging.com).With the school holidays almost here, I wish all readers happy travels' or, as it probably will happen to my family, stay happy at home.
Terry Collins is co-author of Culture Shock! Jakarta (Pub. Marshall Cavendish) and the sole responsibility for the blog Jakartass.net.
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