Batam Island Tourism
Posted in category: Best Tourism, Indonesian Tourism, Tourism at: November 22, 2010 by Info TourismBatam Island Tourism, Is the main island of Batam in Riau Islands Province. Several decades ago, Batam island is only a poor seaside villages that are still natural. Enactment of Batam as a free trade area has changed this area on a large scale. Infrastructure and facilities provided by the local government has made a prima donna Batam Riau archipelago’s economy.
Now Batam has become a regional tour visits the most rapid development. There are many Tourist Resort with luxury hotel and golf field. Many visitors take advantage of Batam as an entry with the aim of Singapore and Malaysia, which is only 40 minutes using a speedboat.
It is not difficult to go to neighboring Singapore or Malaysia because of the ferry as sea transport can be reached from several ports. Among them Sekupang port, Batam Center, Nongsapura and waterfront city.
Because class passengers are served by the postscript is the tourists, the boat which is a type of speedboat to used at high speed.
The condition in which the water calm strait Batam also support shipping by using this type of ferry. Shipping schedule any time following the discipline of neighboring countries who are always on time.
To reach Batam from other areas such as Pulau Bintan also use the ferry.
While flights from cities other than Jakarta, Batam as well put their important destinations. Likewise, flights to Johor Bahru, Malaysia twice a week.
Tourist Attraction
Batam has many potential tourist attractions, culture, maritime, temples and monuments of sports, shopping and culinary and therapeutic spa relaxasi who is now a trend among middle and upper.
Tourism is probably the most dominant shopping destination of tourists visit to Batam. The author visited the most popular shopping center in Nagoya, the capital island of Batam.
The entire island of Batam free trade zone tax included. Thus, prices of electronics and a variety of branded products become relatively cheaper price. But you also have to examine the existence of shops selling a particular product. Is an authorized dealer or seller of counterfeit goods.
Or if you do not want to be fooled by well-known brand, you should buy that is not known. In terms of appearance and the model is no less interesting. Starting from the glass eyes, bags and wallets women until Samsonite suitcase easy to find everywhere.
Jembatan Barelang
Name Barelang bridge, which is an abbreviation of Batam, Galang Rempang and not just as transportation routes but it became a tourist attraction that is a tourist icon of the island of Batam.
Barelang Bridge is a series of six bridges connecting the five islands. Along the way we will find a lot of natural scenery, and beautiful sea. Many tourists come here to do outdoor activities, sports or just take pictures.
Hotels and lodging
Many lodging options from dozens of hotels from two stars to four stars. Also jasmine-class hotels are available with room rates below hotels, two hundred thousand dollars.
The island has a population of one million five-star hotels such as Nongsa Point, Batam View Hotel, Holiday Inn, Harris Hotel, Novotel, Mercure, Swiss Belhotel.
One of the hotel where the author stayed, namely Batam View Resort in Nongsa, has a spectacular view. In the night can see the flickering glare neighboring skyscrapers of Singapore. During the day the author could enjoy the cool sea water in which this hotel has a beach and watersport pasilitas diverse.
Likewise, guests can visit the Island Princess which is only 300 meters from the hotel. Only need a small fee to get there because they have to ride train or boat outboard engine.
Dinner
Enjoying the city of Nagoya, do not miss the distinctive style dinner Batam, namely in the hawker center. Various Chinese and Indonesian menu option there. From crab shells to grilled fish. Their ministry is also very friendly and efficient.
Tetu only if you want foods that are exclusive Nongsa try going to the beach. Chilli Crab delights with its incredible atmosphere Kelong style restaurant (above water).
Dollar and the rupiah currency
Because the island became the main destination of tourists from Singapore, the currency is not an issue. You can make use of the second transaction that is denominated in Singapore dollar and the rupiah. Both use a taxi or shopping, both currencies are generally recognized by the local community.
Travel writer ends at Hang Nadim Airport after 3 days to enjoy the beauty of the island of Batam.
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