Java

Discover Java’s vibrant cities, cultural heritage, and natural wonders. Detailed travel guides to help you explore Java on your own.

Surabaya or Malang: Best Base for East Java Travel

If you are planning East Java for the first time, one question comes up very quickly: should you stay in ...
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Best Things to Do in Malang: City Guide and Day Trips

Most travelers come to Malang with Mount Bromo already booked. They check in for one night, make a quick stop ...
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Bandung Guide: Best Things to Do, Routes and Practical Tips

Bandung is not the kind of Java stop I would force into every itinerary. If you only have a short ...
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Mount Bromo Closed by Wildfire: August 2026 Update

Mount Bromo is closed due to a wildfire. Check the latest August 2026 update, ticket refund options, reopening information and travel advice.
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Mount Merapi Hike: Can You Still Climb the Volcano? 

You may have seen recent posts claiming that Mount Merapi hiking is open again. Local guides are advertising climbs from ...
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Surabaya Airport to Malang: Best Ways to Go

If you land at Surabaya Juanda Airport and need to continue to Malang, you have a few realistic routes. The ...
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Kawah Ijen Guide: Can You Still See the Blue Fire?

Kawah Ijen, also known as Ijen Crater, is one of the most unusual volcanic landscapes in East Java. It’s often ...
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Bandung Hotels: Best Areas and Hotels for Every Budget

Choosing between Bandung hotels is not only about budget. Some hotels in Bandung are best for walking around the historic ...
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Surabaya Airport to Mount Bromo: Best Options

Surabaya Juanda Airport is one of the most common starting points for Mount Bromo, but landing in Surabaya does not ...
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Where to Stay in Jakarta: Best Areas and Hotels

For travelers, choosing where to stay in Jakarta matters more than in many other cities. The distances are large, traffic ...
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