Category Archives: Yogyakarta

The staff from the travel agency showed up at the hotel punctually. We were led to a minivan where we met a Japanese traveler heading for the same destination. The Golden Week had just begun in Japan, and many were … Continue reading →

With motorcycles, cars, muscled powered ‘becaks’ and horse-driven carts sharing the same roads, traffic in Jogja can appear really chaotic. This is a misleading image for those who have thoughts about cycling around Jogja. We rented bicycles to get around … Continue reading →

Mention batik and I’m reminded of Jogja, but not in the most favorable light. I’ve lost count of the number of times I stepped into a batik shop. The artworks were nice, but I’m just not interested to own them. … Continue reading →