The Guide
From The Report: Indonesia 2013
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This chapter includes useful information for business and leisure visitors, including accommodation options and unique activities that may be of interest to visitors, such as ecotourism. It also contains information vital to visitors, including transport, visa requirements, currency, and tips for maintaining good health and respecting local customs while experiencing Indonesia.

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Intrepid travel off the beaten path: Raising awareness of ecotourism in Central Kalimantan
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Indonesia is a vast country with a wide array of tourism offerings. Given the variety of landscapes spread across the archipelago, ecotourism has become an important part of the country’s tourism portfolio. While most visitors flock to the beaches of Bali or Central Java to visit Borobudur, there are a plethora of natural wonders waiting to be discovered just off the beaten path. One such area in particular is central Borneo. As the third-largest island in the world, Borneo covers some 755,000…

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Facts for visitors: Helpful information for business and leisure visitors
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ETIQUETTE: A handshake is usually the first introduction in a business setting and is used as a greeting and farewell. It is recommended to address men as pak (equivalent to Mr) and women as ibu(equivalent to Mrs). Visitors should also make an effort to use the right hand when giving money and objects to others. Visitors are expected to show respect towards religion, culture, and local values. HEALTH: Stomach problems and dehydration are common health issues affecting visitors in Indonesia.…