Tag : Travelling - Asep Haryono | Wonderful Experiences at ASTON PONTIANAK HOTEL - Powered by Blogger

Alhamdulillah, it came to heart when my family finally had the opportunity to feel the beauty of Ramadan at ASTON Pontianak Hotel, located on Jalan Gajah Mada number 21 Pontianak

Our family got an invitation to honor from Ms. Juanita Putri M. Asst. Aston Pontianak Director of Sales Marketing to stay at the Hotel on July 5, 2015. It has been a long time. But the memories are always beautiful to be recalled. It was encouraging for us and our family that day we had the opportunity to attend the Nuzullul Quran at the Mujahiddin Grand Mosque in the evening. It was truly a Ramadhan experience while enjoying the beautiful city of Pontianak at night and it was all because we stayed at ASTON Pontianak. The following are excerpts of my family's experience

Magnificent Bathed in Light
My family riding 2 motorbikes (I'm with Abbie on a Honda motorbike, and my wife with Tazkia daughter with Motor Mio-ed) arrived at the Lobby of ASTON Pontianak Hotel, the interior of which invites the admiration of my wife and children

As information, my family rarely had the opportunity to stay at a 4-star hotel like this Pontianak ASTON Hotel. I myself had enough "sour salt" to stay in various five-star hotels, mostly in Kuta / Denpasar, when I was still active "working" at KangGuru Indonesia, based in Denpasar, Bali, during the 2001-2005 period ago. Our family arrived at the lobby of the ASTON Pontianak Hotel at exactly 12.00 WIB.

We did carry a cellphone with a camera and had taken dozens of photos in it. Too bad the picture quality is not sharp. Certainly will also be included in this review as evidence (evidence) we did stay at this cool ASTON Pontianak Hotel.

However, due to review considerations, I was "forced" to use some photos from the official ASTON PONTIANAK website for a few corners of the room. We also have our own shots for the corners of the room, but the results are less satisfactory. So in substance, our shots take many of the same angles, it's just that the quality of our photos is abal, different from the snapshots of awesome and professional ASTON PONTIANAK
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Side photo of ASTON PONTIANAK A magnificent hotel. Photo of Asep Haryono

ASTON PONTIANAK's interior space is a magnificent hotel bathed in light. We arrived here at exactly 12.00 WIB at noon, Photo of ASTON PONTIANAK

Extraordinary Deluxe Room
Because I have often stayed at hotels in the areas of Kuta, Sanur and Denpasar, for a moment our family entered the Deluxe Room that was provided that my view immediately impressed with the interior design in this cool Deluxe Room bangeds. My wife is very fond of the painting above the bed room. Whether it's a painting or drawing, but it is abstract but cool.

When my children (Abbie 7 yr and her younger sister Tazkia Putri 4 yr) tweet happily in a soft bed room covered with white base linen, I immediately observe the facilities in the bathroom in this Deluxe Room. The first thing I checked was the bathroom (Bathroom) which was banged. I am feeling very satisfied and comfortable with that stuff. There is even tel in it. Awesome

Hot and cold water regulation in the Bathroom works perfectly. I, who really love to bathe in warm water, can enjoy it as well as my two children, who from their infancy like warm bath water. At home, we always mix water from the PDAM with cooking water so that it is warm. Everything has been presented in this Deluxe ASTON Pontianak Room. My plus points are for ASTON Pontianak. For us children are the main thing

This is the DELUXE ROOM that we occupied that day. Awesome interior. We are pleased. We have photos with the same angles as these Pontianak ASTON shots, but the color quality of our camera is bad. So, let's borrow from Aston Pontianak. Borrow yes HHihiehiheie. Aston Pontianak Photo

This flat-screen TV presents many domestic and foreign channels. There are 29 cable TV channels that can be chosen according to your taste. Photo of Asep Haryono

Tea / Coffee Maker that has been presented and is ready to use. The stirrer is unique. I like warm tea. How about you? Do you like tea too? Photo of Asep Haryono

The sink in the bathroom of the Deluxe Room ASTON Pontianak Hotel is made of transparent glass. I usually see many who use porcelain and cement. This is unique and different. I like unique and different things here. Photos of Asep Haryono

WORK DESK: Well this is the Work Desk in the corner of the Deluxe Room ASTON Pontianak Hotel that makes me fall in love. I like the corner of the room with the light and comfortable for working. Moreover, I'm a blogger. At the hotel I keep blogging. Photo of Asep Haryono

My two children, Abbie (Left, 7 years) and her younger sister Tazkia Putri (Right, 4 years) love to play in bed. "soft," they said. Photo of Asep Haryono

Well, have you seen the photos above?

People say that photos are far more "telling" than a series of sentences.

Air Conditioning (AC)
I like the cool room at night. This is not in line with the wishes of my children who like a room without air conditioning. For me there is no problem. I can adjust. Be our room that night filled with warmth. Hehiheie

Work Desk:
Well, I am a hobby of writing very happy with the work desk (work desk) in the Deluxe Room ASTON Pontianak. Plugs for my laptop charger that fits and more importantly is the WIFI network connection (internet) whose speed is amazing. I easily surf in cyberspace comfortably.

Bathroom Amenities:
Yes. Two thumbs up for me. The facilities in the Deluxe Room bathroom are complete and very spoil my family. A fragrant towel made from fine, cool and hot, cool, clean toilet, and shower that works perfectly. We like everything.

Flat-screen TV: With Cable TV channels that present 29 domestic and foreign channels. Please choose according to your interests. My children love the Cartoon Network, I like National Geography and CNN, while my wife likes the Culinary program. Lay wide. Very satisfied. Trust me

Tea / Coffee Maker: Already available. Want to drink hot tea, or coffee can with Tea and Coffee maker equipment that is already available. If you want a creamer, it's already there. If it's not enough, please request with management or cool designation Upon Request

One other small note that we should not miss for our value is the availability of slippers in the room (slippers). There are a pair of slippers with slippers ASTON PONTIANAK logo available in this Deluxe Room. Those of us who were wearing shoes and didn't bring our own sandals were helped by the simple but important facilities for us.

To walk outside for a moment to pick up free newspapers in certain corners in the hotel hallway, there is no need to wear shoes anymore. Enough with sandals. It's just that our input is the need for Slippers (Sendal) for children's size. That's all the input for the Management of Pontianak ASTON Hotel to be considered for guests who stay.

For Sahur Eating (Because when we stayed at ASTON Pontianak still in the atmosphere of the Holy Month of Ramadan day 17-ed) starting at 3:00 to 4:00 in the morning. The Sahur Dining menu is provided at COFFEE SHOP "Majesty" which is no less amazing. To get to this Coffee Shop, we went down using a space capsule elevator. Cool? Bangedssssss

Duduk sejenak dan berfoto di sisi ASTON PONTIANAK saat check out pagi harinya dengan kolam nya yang jernih. Disebelah kiri itu Abbie, anak saya.  Foto Rudi Maryati

Abbie dan adiknya senang sekali turun naik dengan menggunakan Lift berbentuk seperti kapsul angkasa ini.  Asyikk nail lift katanya. Foto Asep Haryono

Koran kami, Pontinak Post, disajikan untuk para tamu yang menginap di ASTON PONTIANAK HOTEL ini.   Complimentary.  Terima Kasih ASTON PONTIANAK.  Semoga koran kami selalu menjadi bacaan yang mengasyikkan dan mencerdaskan bagi tamu tamu di sini.  Foto Rudi Maryati

Various choices of Sahur Dining choices are tantalizing and inviting tastes. Starting from sajiana various fruits (melons, watermelons, and pineapple) as a dessert, main course, chicken porridge (Chicken Porridge) that wowww, yummy wafles to a wide selection of fresh watermelon drinks, orange juice and honey.

Wow, eating perfect alias. it's really fun. Excellent service. I recommend for domestic and foreign tourists visiting Pontianak to stay at the ASTON PONTIANAK Hotel, a modern 4 stars hotel located in the heart of Pontianak.

Very easily reached to various corners in the city of Pontianak. Close to shopping malls and the airport. Thank you ASTON Pontianak Hotel. Thank you for your excellent service. Hope to back again someday God willing (Asep Haryono).




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Tag : Travelling - Asep Haryono | Catatan Perjalanan Ke Kulon Progo Jogjakarta 5 - 12 Desember 2023- BAGIAN PERTAMA - Powered by Blogger

Pontianak Alhamdulillah. Bermula dari pertanyaan istri saya tadi pagi mengapa sudah jarang lagi menulis (artikel) di blog? Dari situlah saya seperti diingatkan kembali. Kebetulan baru baru ini saya baru kembali dari perjalanan di Kulon Progo dari tanggal 5 hingga 12 Desember 2023, dan kebetulan sudah cukup lengkap dokumentasinya,

Kebetulan tujuan saya melakukan perjalanan ke Kulon Progo sebenarnya ada keperluan keluarga dan tidak sepenuhnya merupakan perjalanan wisata, namun In sha Allah pada episod yang akan datang akan saya tulis dalam artikel yang berbeda  Ok baiklah untuk kesempatan edisi kali ini, saya mau mencobabaik berbagi pengalamannya dalam bentuk diary atau catatan harian di sini.

DISCLAIMER : Mengingat cukup panjangnya artikel yang saya susun dalam bentuk bertutur atau DIARY kali ini, maka skan saya buat tulisan secara bersambung.

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Selasa 5 Desember 2023

Siang itu, Saya berangkat dari Bandara Internasional Supadio, Kubu Raya, Kalimantan Barat dengan menggunakan Maskapai Peneberbangan Super Air Jet Flight IU 661 menuju Bandara Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) sekitar jam 11.30 WIB. Saya memesang Tiket Pesawat SUPER AIR JET melalui TIKET.COM, dan kamu bisa juag langsung order Tiketnya di sini

Ditemani Istri dan anak yang melepas saya di Bandara Supadio, terbanglah saya menuju Jogjakarta

Ada sedikit accident saat check in. Saat saya memesang (booking) tiket pesawat dari TIKET.COM, saya salah memilih tanggal keberangkatan.

Maksud hati ingin berangkat pada tanggal 5 Desember 2023 flight jam 11 siang ke atas, namun yang saya order ternyata untuk berangkat untuk tanggal 7 Desember 2023, hari Kamis. Saya tau saat di meja check in dan dikonfirmasi oleh petugas keberangkatkan saya ke Jogjakarta bukan hari itu, melainkan hari Kamis, 7 Desember 2023, sartimya 2 hari lagi. Saya lihat di file PDF e-ticketnya memang tercantum tanggal 7 Desember 2023 keberangkatannya. Waduh gimana ini,

Ada sedkit "DRAMA" juga

Karena saya “ngotot”: mau berangkat hari Selasa 5 Desember 2023 siang itu juga, oleh petugas Check in saya diminta ke loket khusus dan akhirnya bisa berangkat hari itu juga (5 Desember 2023) yang seharusmya berangkat tamgga; 7 Desember 2023. Artinya bisa ganti tanggal, namun dikenakan DENDA sebesar 50 persen. Artinya saya harus menambah biaya lagi (Biaya DENDA) sebesar 50 persen dari harga Tiiketnya (Rp.1.400.000m-)/ Arimya besaran DENDA yang harus aya bayarkan adalah sebesar Rp.540.000,-. 

Hikmah yang mungkin bisa dipetik adalah jika kamu akan berangkat PASTIKAN dan PERIKSA kembali TANGGAL keberangkatannya sebelum MEMBOOKING tiket, Sebab jika BERGANTI TANGGAL, besar kemungkinan akan mengalami apa yang saya alami yakni terkena DENDA sebesar 50 persen

Alhamdulillah setelah urusan adminiustrasi beres, saya pun bergegas menuju pesawat karena tinggal beberapa menit lagi pesawat akans segera take off


Jam 13.30 WIB

Kurang lebih 1 jam setengah waktu yang ditempuh SUPER AIR JET yang menerangkan saya dari Bandara SUPADIO Pontianak ke Bandara Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA),  saya langsung melanjutkan perjalanan menuju Rumah Sakit SARDJITO Jogjakarta untuk menengok putri kami, Tazkia Montessori Putri Haryono (13 Tahun) yang melakukan OPERASI di RUmah Sakit Tersebut.  Dan inilah primary mission atau tujuan utama saya melakukan perjalanan ke Kulon Progo.   

DISCLAIMER
Untuk detailnya apa dan bagaimana di Rumah Sakit Sardjito dan apa yang dialami oleh putri kami hingga harus dilakukan OPERASI,  In sha Allah akan dituangkan dalam artikel yang berbeda.   In sha Allah

Rumah Sakit Sardjito di JOGJAKARTA.  Foto Asep Haryono

Bagaimana RUTE Perjalanannya dari Bandara Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) Menuju Rumah Sakit SARDJITO?

Hampir tidak ada masalah bagi saya yang baru kali ini merasakan dan mengalami sendiri betapa MEGAH nya Bandara Baru Yogyakarta ini     Saat menjelang landing , saya lihat dari window (Jendela), oesawat melewati atau melintasi LAUT dahullu baru menyentuh Bandara,  wah ini memiliki kemiripan yang sangat tinggi dengan Bandara Internasional NGURAH RAI Denpasar Bali.    Saya cukup mengenal BALI, karena sudah sering melakukan perjalanan ke Denpasar, Bali10

PERTAMA :  NAIK KERETA API
pUntuk menuju Rumah Sakit Sarjdito dari Bandara Yogyakarta,  saya menggunakan TRAIN (Kereta Api) yang terminalnya berada di lantai 2.   Jalan saja menyusuri, karena mudah untuk diikuti, dan Petunjuknya.  

Nah begitu  sampai di Stasiun Kereta, maka segera bergegas menuju LOKET PENJUALAN TIKET nya yang mudah dan  bisa dilihat karena besarnya.   Nah kamu bisa dibantu oleh Petugas yang semuanya wanita yang memandu anda atau para pengunjung untuk memesan dan membayar TIKET nya.   Nah khusus untuk loke KAI ini sistim pembayarannya cashless atau menggunakan QRIS.  Mohon maaf kalau salah dalam penyebutkan>

Saat itu saat saya sudah selesai memesan tiket (Yang dipandu oleh petugas yang berdiri di sisi sebelah kanan saya-red), saya diminta untuk memasukkan kartu ATM Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI), namun sayangnya saya salah memasukkan PIN ATM saya hingga dua kali.  Mengetahui saya salah memasukkan PIN ATM BRI saya sudah 2 (dua) kali,  mba petugasny langsung sigap MENSTOP saya

Kuatir jika salah ke 3 kalinya maka ATM BRI saya akan ter BLOKIR, maka saya dibantu untuk memnbayar TIKEYT KAI nya secara CASH atau TUNAI.     Murah tiketnya hanya Rp.20.000,-  Bingung juga saya kok bisa saya lupa PIN ATM BRI yang sebenarnya saya hafal luar kepala.  Entah kenapa tiba tiba jadi BLANK setelah di depan mesin tiket KAI.     Nah lucunya PIN ATM BRI saya langsung INGAT begitu duduk di set saya di dalam kereta.  Nah loh huaaaaaaa.  

BRI Sangat cocok dan tepat buat saya.

Mengapa saya memilih BRI?
Pertama Produknya Lengkap, Kedua Jaringan Terbesar di Indonesia, Ketiga Human Capital Kompeten, Keempat Terus Berinovasi dan Kelima Bank BRI menerapkan GCG yang prudent demi menjamin keberlangsungan usaha yang baik PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (BBRI) pada 16 Desember 2023 tepat berusia 128 tahun.  Selamat Ulang Tahun ya BRI selalu melayani dengan Sepenuh Hati.    Happy Birthday BRI

Dah usah repot repot kasih hadiah ke saya, cukup Kalender 2024 BRI aja ya saya tunggu di rumah loh.  HIihihihihi.  Becanda ya,

Airport Railways Boarding Pass (ARBP)

  

Ada pengalaman UNIK juga, maklum ini baru kali pertama saya menggunakan KERETA BANDARA YIA,   tadinya saya pikir seat (tempat duduk) nya harus sama persis dengan nomor seat yang ada di Boarding Pass Tiket Kereta saya (Seperti duduk di dalam bang Pesawat), namun oleh Seorang Pemuda yang sayta kenal di Kereta, dan bahkan satu SEAT mas Wisnu Utama kalau tidak salah namanya, kalau duduk di Kereta boleh bebas bebas saja.  Ya udah bebas la..

Tempat duduknya bagus, empuk dan rapih.   Tidak ada orang jualan di dalam gerbong kereta ini, dan cukup nyaman.  Nah jika kamu kehabisan daya di HP. tidak usah kuatir karena setai sudut di seat ada colokkannya, jadi selama dalam perjalanan di kereta api, kamu bisa sambil mengecas HP kamu.   Asyik juga ya.  Jadi HP kamu bisa diisi daya nya selagu dalam perjalanan

DALAM KERETA :  Tempat duduknya bagus, empuk dan rapih.   Tidak ada orang jualan di dalam gerbong kereta ini, dan cukup nyaman. Foto Asep Haryono

 

COLOKAN : Inilah tempat colokan HP yang ada di dalam kereta api yang membawa saya dari Bandara YIA ke Stasiun TUGU. Nah ada tangan di foto ini itulah WISNU teman seperjalanan saya di kereta saat itu Foto Asep Haryono

Selama di perjalanan menuju STASIUN TUGU, kami ngoborl biasa saja.  Sempat foto selfie bareng, san saya sudah follow akun IG nya namun sampai sekarang akun IG saya belum juga di approve atau di follow back sama dia.   SIbuk kali dianya  Hahahhahaa.  Wisny mengaku keerja di sebuah perushaan di Makasar, dan sedang mengerjakan proyek di Jogjakarta. 

Saya pikir masih single atau bujangan, tidak taunya setelah saya ngoborl saya tau kalau ida sudah menikah dan memiliki 1 putra yang lucu.  Begitu TRAIN sampai di STASIUN TUGU, kami pun berpisah sesuai dengan tujuan masing masing


KEDUA : NAIK GRAB
Nah setelah turun dari TRAIN (Kereta) di STASIUN TUGU, saya keluar dari Gerbong dan dengan menuntun Koper AMERICAN TOURISTER kesayangan saya (Maklum barang Import alias hadiah dari teman saya di Korea-Red) saya berjalan turun ke bawah untuk memesan GRAB CAR.   

Uniknya walaupun sya sudah siap GRAB Apps di HP Samsung A10s saya, namun saat eksekusi di lapangan tetap dibantu oleh petugas GRAB yang ada di pos yang ada di STASIUN TUGU, jadi ya lebih mudah donk tentunya.  Setalah All SET alias rapih, saya pun berjalan sedikit keluar Statsiun dan tidak beberapa lama kemudian sang SOPIR GRAB pun datang menjemput saya. 

GRAB;  Saya dibantu oleh petugas GRAB saat order untuk tujuan ke Rumah Sakit SARDJITO di Jogjakarta.  Alhamdulillah semuanya lancar dan aman.  Foto Asep Haryono

Nama driver nya mas ANTOK, yang kalau diliat dari kartu nama yang diberikannya kepada saya, dia berasal dari salah satu  perusahaan Rental Car di Jogjakarta  Lama perjalanan dari STASIUN TUGU ke tujuan utama di Rumah Sakit Sardjito Jogjakarta sekitar 30 Menit, dan membayar biayanya sekitar Rp.32.000,- dan itu cukup terjangkau untuk kantong saya.  Asyik juga pake GRAB bener. 

Selama di dalam perjalanan, saya terus kontak dengan Mas Dedi dan Mbak Nisa (Masih keluarga-Red) bahwa mereka sudah siap menunggu di Masjid As SYIFA yang terletak di dalam Rumah Sakit tersebut.   Tidak berapa lama kemudian Alhamdu.illah sampailah kami di Masjid As SYIFA pas waktunya dengan kumandang Adzan Sholat Magrhib.  Nah bagaimana cerita selanjutnya, tunggu di BAGIAN KEDUA dari tulisan yang berisi dan berjudul Catatan Perjalanan Ke Kulon Progo Jogjakarta 5 - 12 Desember 2023- ini.

To be continue   alias BERSAMBUNG

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Tag : Travelling - Asep Haryono | Before You Visit Kuala Lumpur - Powered by Blogger

As the capital of Malaysia Kuala Lumpur is an exciting place to explore this is Katie from creative travel guide and today we share the things to know before you go to Kuala Lumpur.

Looking for more travel tips make sure to hit subscribe and ring that notification Bell so let's look at the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur can be visited all year round as the weather is warm and consistent December to January and June to August are more popular times to visit because of the festivals during these times February March September and October are known as the off-season and prices can be slightly cheaper at this time

So now let's look at getting there there are a few different ways to get to the capital of Malaysia most visitors will head to the city via air landing at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport this is a modern airport rated as one of the world's top airports surrounded by other Southeast Asian destinations.

Petronas Twin Towers.  Image by freestockcenter on Freepik

It is also common for travelers to visit VIA Rail the KTM Railway service connects the city to other cities in Malaysia whilst International trains are available from Singapore and Thailand.  So now let's look at getting around walking in Kuala Lumpur is a popular option in the city many of the major sites can be walked between there are some popular walking routes around neighborhoods like Chinatown.

There are plenty of train routes available in the city with commuter trains connecting you to the airport and destinations outside of the city center a great option for those short on time is to use the hop-on hop-off bus to get around to the major sites in the city so now let's look at the typical prices hostel dorm beds start at around 40 Ringgit and private budget rooms begin at around 80.

Mid-range hotels in good locations begin at around 800 what's more luxurious hotels in the city center start at around 2 000 Malaysian Ringgit a simple breakfast or lunch can be found for around 10 whilst mid-range sit-down meals begin at 50.

Malaysia is a fairly affordable place to explore especially for those on a budget as with most Southeast Asian destinations eating like a local and sticking to Street vendors will help you save money on food take the train or bus instead of using the taxis and there are plenty of free attractions to explore as well you could also choose to visit free or budget-friendly attractions like the National Art Gallery and the botanical gardens.

You can save money on hotels by booking in advance and staying further out of the city center but also browse the accommodation options on Airbnb and hostelworlds.com you should also look at hotels in Chinatown as this is a great location and hotel prices tend to be cheaper here .

So now let's look at the best things to do of course the most popular thing to do in Kuala Lumpur is to see Petronas Twin Towers these are an iconic landmark in the city and should be visited during your first time here learn more about the country at the National Museum and get shopping at Central Market.

There are plenty of stunning temples to visit warshawa in the city but you should also try the local flavors here too we recommend sticking to the local restaurants to enjoy the best food the city has to offer.

The Kuala Lumpur bird park is a unique Garden to visit with over 3 000 species of birds whilst families can enjoy the Sunway Lagoon theme park take in amazing views from Kuala Lumpur tower and get lost in Chinatown once you have seen the many sites in the city make sure to take a day trip out to Batu Caves this is a series of caves and is one of the most popular sites in the country and inside you can find cave temples and Hindu shrines. (Taken from many resources)

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Tag : Travelling - Asep Haryono | Why is Paris so popular among art enthusiasts? - Powered by Blogger

Paris has traditionally been known as a city of the arts. We examine why it has that reputation and whether it is truly a city worth visiting for art enthusiasts. The "city of love" is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the planet. In reality, it contends for the number one place each year, usually with Bangkok. Many visitors to the city come for the art scene, but what makes Paris so popular with art lovers?

You're probably thinking, "That's easy, it's the Louvre," and you'd be correct. Yes, but also no. You are correct in that the Louvre is without a doubt the most distinctive and famous museum in Paris, if not the globe. It houses almost 38,000 items of art, including (possibly) history's most renowned painting, the Mona Lisa. If you believe that's all Paris has to offer, you're mistaken.

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Are there any more galleries or museums?

Oh yes. In reality, there are over 130 museums and art galleries to explore in Paris. Of course, this is way too many to visit while on vacation. If you're thinking about moving to Paris to see them, you're not the first person to think of it. The Louvre's 38,000 pieces of art must make it the largest collection in Paris, right? It is, in fact, not even close.

The Pompidou Center houses a remarkable 120,000 pieces of art, making it Europe's greatest collection. Many individuals come to see the king of contemporary art merely for the magnificent building design. On the first Sunday of each month, you can even see the permanent collection for free.

There are so many more options. The Musée des Arts et Métiers, called after arts and crafts, is also Europe's oldest science museum. The Musée d'Orsay is Paris's second most popular museum and the best for impressionist art. Also worth a visit is the Pinault Collection at the Bourse de Commerce, a more experimental and alternative art exhibition.

The town itself

As if that weren't enough, many people regard Paris as a work of art in and of itself. Paris was once considered an unsightly city until Napoleon commissioned Georges-Eugène Haussmann to remodel it in the 19th century. At this era, much of the exquisite architecture and broad open boulevards were created. Nowadays, Paris is a wonderful city to roam around in, and you might feel as if you're in a museum even if you're not!

Then I should book my flight.

You absolutely should! Indeed, Paris is a wonderful place to visit on holiday, and even better to live in for a few months if you have the opportunity. According to recent reports, Ukio has established their first flat in Paris. This implies that, in addition to the typical options such as hotels and hostels, renting an apartment for a few weeks or months is now easier than ever.

Once you've chosen the perfect spot to stay, all you have to do is book a flight and you'll be able to enjoy Paris' fantastic art scene.Source: 

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Tag : Travelling - Asep Haryono | Exploring the Cultural Events and Cuisine of Pontianak - Powered by Blogger

Pontianak, the capital city of West Kalimantan, is a melting pot of diverse cultures and traditions. The city is situated on the equator and is known for its bustling river port, historical landmarks, and rich cuisine. If you are looking for a place to immerse yourself in Indonesian culture and cuisine, Pontianak should definitely be on your travel list.

Jamik Mosque in Pontianak

Culture and Festivals
Pontianak is home to several ethnic communities, including the Malays, Chinese, Dayaks, and Javanese. The city's multiethnicity is evident in its vibrant cultural events and festivals. One of the most important cultural events is the Kapuas Hulu Festival, which celebrates the ethnic diversity of West Kalimantan.

The festival features traditional music and dance performances, food stalls, and handicraft exhibitions. Don't miss the chance to witness the Dayak Ngaju tribe's mesmerizing dance performances during the festival. Another popular festival in Pontianak is the Pontianak International Dragon Boat Festival, which takes place annually in October.

The festival attracts teams from all over the world, including Australia, Malaysia, and Singapore. Visitors can enjoy watching the thrilling water races and tasting the local delicacies available at the festival.

Cuisine
Pontianak is known for its rich culinary heritage, influenced by the city's location as a river port and its multiethnic population. One of the city's iconic dishes is Mie Kopyok, a noodle soup dish made with boiled noodles, beef, bean sprouts, fried onions, and chili sauce. It can easily be found at street food stalls bordering the Kapuas River.

Another popular dish in Pontianak is the Nasi Jaha, a flavorful rice dish with turmeric and coconut milk. The dish is commonly served with chicken curry or sambal (a spicy sauce made with chili peppers).

You can find this dish in traditional restaurants or street food stalls throughout the city. Sup Kambing is also a must-try dish in Pontianak. It is a hearty and flavorful mutton soup, rich in herbs and spices. You can find this dish in traditional Indonesian restaurants.

Conclusion
Pontianak is a culturally rich city with beautiful landmarks, festivals, and most importantly, delicious cuisines. From the traditional music and dance performances to the local delicacies, everything about Pontianak is unique and fascinating.

If you are planning a trip to Indonesia, don't miss out on visiting Pontianak. It is a perfect destination for travelers looking for a blend of culture and cuisine

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Tag : Keseharian, Travelling - Asep Haryono | Bali Is in Indonesia - Powered by Blogger

Bali is an Indonesian island located in the westernmost end of the Lesser Sunda Islands, lying between Java to the west and Lombok to the east.Bali is one of the country's 33 provinces with the provincial capital at Denpasar towards the south of the island.

Bali has long been known as one of Indonesia's top tourist destinations, drawing millions of visitors annually to its beautiful beaches and rich culture. In fact, Bali is Indonesia's most important tourist destination and is expected to attract 20 million tourists in 2019 alone.

According to the article entitled 'Role of Tourism in the Economy of Bali and Indonesia', tourism is one of the mainstay sectors in economic development in Indonesia and Bali. The advantages of Bali's tourism potential can be seen from two sides - as a tourist destination with several attractions due to its exotic nature and unique culture, and as a gateway to national and international tourism due to its popularity as a world-famous tourist destination.

KAIN BALI : You can get this "kain Bali" with cheapest prices. I bought some for my wife at home,
and syahrir bought kids merchandises. Photo by Syahrir Badulu

With the existence of tourism opportunities in Bali, many businesses related to tourism have emerged such as accommodations, restaurants, and travel agents. These businesses have provided benefits in the economic development of communities such as Batusuhunan, Sukabumi and Sambi Tourism Village in Jambi.

However, with the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, Bali's tourism industry has taken a major hit. The pandemic has had a devastating impact on the economy of Bali and Indonesia, especially in the tourism industry.

As a result of the pandemic, many businesses in Bali have experienced a decrease or complete halt in activities causing a diminution in aggregate supply. According to the Central Statistics Agency, foreign tourist visits in Bali from January to November 2020 always decreased drastically. This is a major concern for Bali as tourism is the backbone of its economy.

The impact of COVID-19 on Bali's tourism industry cannot be overstated. Although Bali has long been known as one of Indonesia's top tourist destinations, the outbreak of COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on its tourism industry, which employs a lot of workers and drives Bali's economy.

In Indonesia, the aviation industry has significantly decreased domestic departures by 44% in the first quarter of 2020 due to COVID-19. The pandemic has also impacted other sectors, and the value chain industries of the tourism sector are among the hardest-hit.

Compared to other provinces, Bali as a tourism-dependent region is the most affected province and is likely to experience much longer negative impact than other sectors due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Therefore, it is imperative that the government and relevant stakeholders take measures to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on Bali's tourism industry.Micro, small, and medium-sized businesses in Bali's tourism industry are among the worst affected by COVID-19 due to theirreliance on government rules governing tourist travel prohibitions. Consequently, the government of Bali and Indonesia should prioritize the implementation of fiscal stimulus packages to support MSMEs in tourism and other affected sectors.

Tag : Travelling - Asep Haryono | What You Should Know Before Visit To Kuala Lumpur - Powered by Blogger

As the capital of Malaysia Kuala Lumpur is an exciting place to explore this is Katie from creative travel guide and today we share the things to know before you go to Kuala Lumpur looking for more travel tips so let's look at the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur can be visited all year round as the weather is warm and consistent

December to January and June to August are more popular times to visit because of the festivals during these times February March September and October are known as the off-season and prices can be slightly cheaper at this time so now let's look at getting there there are a few different ways to get to the capital of Malaysia.

Most visitors will head to the city via air landing at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport this is a modern airport rated as one of the world's top airports surrounded by other Southeast Asian destinations it is also common for travelers to visit VIA Rail the KTM Railway service connects the city to other cities in Malaysia whilst International trains are available from Singapore and Thailand.

So now let's look at getting around walking in Kuala Lumpur is a popular option in the city many of the major sites can be walked between there are some popular walking routes around neighborhoods like Chinatown

There are plenty of train routes available in the city with commuter trains connecting you to the airport and destinations outside of the city center a great option for those short on time is to use the hop-on hop-off bus to get around to the major sites in the city so now let's look at the typical prices hostel dorm beds start at around 40 Ringgit and private budget rooms begin at around 80. mid-range hotels in good locations begin at around 800 what's more luxurious hotels in the city center start at around 2 000 Malaysian Ringgit

A simple breakfast or lunch can be found for around 10 whilst mid-range sit-down meals begin at 50. Malaysia is a fairly affordable place to explore especially for those on a budget as with most Southeast Asian destinations eating like a local and sticking to Street vendors will help you save money on food take the train or bus instead of using the taxis and there are plenty of free attractions to explore as well

You could also choose to visit free or budget-friendly attractions like the National Art Gallery and the botanical gardens you can save money on hotels by booking in advance and staying further out of the city center but also browse the accommodation options on Airbnb and hostelworlds.com you should also look at hotels in Chinatown as this is a great location and hotel prices tend to be cheaper here .

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So now let's look at the best things to do of course the most popular thing to do in Kuala Lumpur is to see the Petronas Twin Towers these are an iconic landmark in the city and should be visited during your first time here learn more about the country at the National Museum and get shopping at Central Market there are plenty of stunning temples to visit warshawa in the city but you should also try the local flavors here too we recommend sticking to the local restaurants to enjoy the best food the city has to offer.

Kuala Lumpur bird park is a unique Garden to visit with over 3 000 species of birds whilst families can enjoy the Sunway Lagoon theme park take in amazing views from Kuala Lumpur tower and get lost in Chinatown once you have seen the many sites in the city.

Make sure to take a day trip out to Batu Caves this is a series of caves and is one of the most popular sites in the country and inside you can find cave temples and Hindu shrines watch this video to find out 10 reasons to visit Kuala Lumpur then to learn how to save money in Malaysia watch this video we hope you have a fantastic time and stay creative

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Tag : Travelling - Asep Haryono | Taman Nasional SRILANKA - Powered by Blogger

Pontianak Berkunjung ke Srilanka rasanya tidak lengkap jika tidak mengunjungi taman taman nasionalnya yang begitu eksotis yang memanjakan mata siapa saja yang melihatnya. Nah berikut ini adalah beberapa tempat Taman Nasional Srilanka yang bisa anda kunjungi suatu hari nanti

Taman Nasional Wilpattu
Terletak 30 kilometer di sebelah barat Anuradhapura, Taman Nasional Wilpattu telah dinyatakan sebagai suaka margasatwa pada tahun 1905.

Statusnya kemudian ditingkatkan menjadi "Taman Nasional". Mencakup area seluas tidak kurang dari 131.693 hektar, ini adalah Taman Nasional terbesar di Sri Lanka. Taman Nasional Wilpattu memiliki topografi yang unik; kompleks sekitar 50 lahan basah yang dikenal sebagai "Villus".

Dikelilingi oleh dataran berumput terbuka, "Villus" adalah danau dangkal yang dipenuhi air hujan. Waktu terbaik untuk mengunjungi Taman Nasional ini adalah musim kemarau antara Mei hingga September. Seseorang akan dapat melihat berbagai spesies satwa liar termasuk rusa sambar, buaya, babi hutan, gajah liar, dan terutama macan tutul Sri Lanka yang sulit ditangkap.

. Taman Nasional Yala
Pesan Paket Liburan Sri Lanka untuk menjelajahi Taman Nasional Yala yang terkenal; suaka margasatwa terbesar kedua dan salah satu cagar alam yang dilindungi pertama yang telah didirikan di negara pulau air mata.
Taman Nasional ini adalah rumah bagi lebih dari 31 mamalia dan lebih dari 124 spesies burung. Medannya menawarkan lingkungan yang subur dan hijau, dan merupakan rumah bagi banyak reptil dan fauna laguna lainnya.

Mulailah safari jip untuk melihat macan tutul yang sulit ditangkap. Safari ini tersedia pada pagi dan sore hari. Travel Lanka Connection dan perusahaan perjalanan terkenal serupa lainnya akan menyusun rencana perjalanan yang dikuratori dengan hati-hati untuk memenuhi semua kebutuhan perjalanan Anda - dan ini juga dapat mencakup safari ke Taman Nasional Yala!
Taman Nasional Kumana

Taman Nasional Kumana terletak di pinggiran timur Taman Nasional Yala; namun, itu dianggap sebagai pusat satwa liar dengan caranya sendiri. Terkenal di kalangan pecinta burung dan ahli ornitologi,

Taman Nasional ini diberkati dengan sejumlah spesies burung yang luar biasa. Beberapa spesies burung paling berharga yang dapat ditemukan di sini termasuk bangau berleher hitam langka, kuntul, elang elang, godwits, dan ibis. Taman ini juga merupakan lokasi utama untuk melihat banyak spesies satwa liar seperti rusa sambar dan gajah.

Taman Nasional Minneriya
Taman Nasional Minneriya terletak di tengah segitiga budaya Sri Lanka yang terkenal. Sebagian besar terkenal dengan "The Gathering", yang diyakini sebagai kumpulan gajah Asia terbesar di dunia. Waktu terbaik untuk menyaksikan fenomena spektakuler ini adalah saat musim kemarau, yang berlangsung dari Juli hingga Oktober; ratusan gajah berkumpul di sekitar danau untuk mencari air,

menciptakan pemandangan yang megah bagi para penonton. Selain gajah, banyak penduduk menyebut Taman Nasional yang relatif kecil ini sebagai rumah mereka, termasuk lutung berwajah ungu, rusa tutul, sambar, dan kera.

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Taman Nasional Wasgamuwa
Terletak sekitar 225 kilometer dari Kolombo, Taman Nasional Wasgamuwa dibatasi oleh dua sungai – Mahaweli Ganga dan Amban Ganga (‘ganga’ diterjemahkan menjadi ‘sungai’ dalam bahasa Inggris).

 Taman ini didominasi oleh hutan cemara campuran kering dan dicirikan oleh pohon-pohon tinggi seperti Weera, Palu, dan Burutha. Dari November hingga Mei, wisatawan dapat melihat kawanan besar gajah.

Raksasa lembut ini bermigrasi ke Taman Nasional Minneriya dan Kaudulla di dekatnya selama musim kemarau. Selain mamalia seperti monyet lutung berwajah ungu dan babi hutan, Taman Nasional Wasgamuwa terkenal dengan burung seperti mal koha berwajah merah endemik, unggas hutan Ceylon, dan bangau ajudan yang lebih rendah.

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Tag : Travelling - Asep Haryono | Merry Everything for The Holidays - Powered by Blogger

SIMPLYASEP.COMCelebrate the season with the softest fabrics and festive favorites for every memory-making moment:Holiday graphic tees and distressed jeans with all the details. Buffalo plaid paired with sculpting jeans for all your causal holiday traditions. And super soft jeggings under snuggle-up sweaters. Discover all of our trending holiday favorites at your nearest maurices store and online. Feel-good jeans

Jeans should make you look and feel good every time you put them on. And with so many trending styles, washes and details to choose from, there’s never been a better time to discover your new favorite pair in sizes 0-24.m jeans by maurices™ –everyday amazing jeans that hold up to whatever life brings.

Try them in a slim-boot curvy style for a flattering and comfy fit that contours curves without gapping at the waist.Everflex™ jeans — our premium super stretch with linear compression fabric that shapes and lifts where you want it most.

They’re an easy choice for getting the tree or running errands.Jeggings — confidence-boosting ultimate stretch that moves with you. Try them in trending plaid or keep it laid back with tried-and-true blues. And for extra comfort, slip on our super-soft jegging with a cozy-brushed inside.Buffalo plaid — the print of the season . It’s the perfect plaid to pair with jeans … and there are so many ways to wear this holiday favorite.

The Cozy Sherpa: Just add hiking boots to this snuggly essential for a cute & trendy take on outdoor chic. (Fashion tip: pair over skinny jeans to create a lean silhouette.)The Soft Shacket: It’s a shirt. It’s a jacket. It’s everything! For when you just need a light layer for holiday errands … or a little extra warmth for lounging inside.The Festive Flannel:

Take comfort — and fashion — to the next level with soft-as-silk fabric and just a little sparkle. (Tie it up for a fun, waist-cinching kicker!)The Comfy Sweater: A look that goes everywhere … with softness to spare.

Dress it up with sparkly jewelry and ankle boots for comfort and style.Inspired yet? Visit your nearest maurices store to try everything on and let our friendly stylists help you create effortless outfits for the holiday season and beyond.Learn more as maurices celebrates feel-good fashion for real life™ in sizes 0-24. For more info on maurices service with style promise and to see what’s new, go to www.maurices.com.

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Tag : Travelling - Asep Haryono | Budget-Friendly Ski Vacation : 5 Tips - Powered by Blogger

SIMPLYASEP.COM -During the winter months, many Americans look to make the most of the fresh snow and cooler temps by skiing and snowboarding in cities and towns across the United States, often taking a weekend getaway to experience someplace new.

But trips to the slopes can be a costly expense.As a longtime ski enthusiast with 50 years of experience road tripping to ski resorts across the United States and Canada, Joe Miron has spent several decades perfecting the art of planning cost-effective ski voyages.

He shares his five best tips to make traveling to the slopes budget-friendly without

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sacrificing the adventure below:

1. Seek Early Bird Specials: Purchase passes in advance, rather than at the ticket window, to get the best bang for your buck. Many resorts and ski passes will begin offering discounted prices in early spring, known as "early bird specials."

Miron opts for the Indy Pass, a multi-resort season pass offering access to 80 independently owned and operated ski areas across North America. For a limited time, My6 Members can receive 10% off adult and kid passes

2. Consider Weekend & Holiday Crowds: For large resorts, consider the crowds on holidays and weekends in January and February, and time your visit to the "off" days. Weekdays are typically less crowded and will allow you to take full advantage of an uncrowded ski slope. Miron prefers visiting large mountains between Tuesday and Thursday to avoid the high ski traffic.

3. Road Tripping with your Furry Friend: Pets are great travel companions, especially for ski trips. When deciding to bring your furry friends along for the adventure on your next ski trip, make sure you have all the necessities, such as a pet-friendly lodging option such as Motel 6, and bringing a dog jacket and heavy blanket to keep them warm. Miron, who travels with his dog, Kilo, throughout the winter months, even attaches a Tractive GPS device to his dog collar.

4. Select Affordable & Accommodating Lodging: Identifying lodging that accommodates all your needs is vital for planning an affordable ski trip. Miron chooses Motel 6, an economy lodging brand with more than 280 locations near ski resorts.

Motel 6 is known to be clean, comfortable and affordable, and it offers a pet-friendly environment, where up to two dogs or cats can stay for free.i Miron personally appreciates how over 1,400 Motel 6 locations are locally owned and operated and are easy to spot from the main road or freeway

5. Seek Out Unique or Smaller Locations: While exploring the various winter wonderlands, seek unique and smaller ski areas, as there may be some hidden deals and unpolished gems to help keep your trip within budget. Miron loves to visit smaller resorts alongside the major mountains, specifically New Mexico, Idaho and Montana ski areas.

Joe Miron is an avid skier, proud dog dad and member of the American Legion who began his ski career in 1967 at the age of 20 in Lake Tahoe, CA.Since taking his first ski road trip back in 1972 from San Francisco to Colorado and back, Joe has turned road tripping to various ski resorts into an everlasting tradition.Joe’s road trips became longer after retiring from his career 11 years ago, as he then had the entire winter season to do what he pleased.Joe enjoys the adventure of skiing at different resorts throughout the U.S. and Canada and exploring all the various places along the way in his SUV with his travel companion, Kilo.

This year, Joe and Kelo departed for their ski pilgrimage on December 9. They will visit 109 ski resorts in two Canadian provinces and 10 U.S. states. They will spend 56 nights at 27 different Motel 6 properties.a

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Tag : Keseharian, Travelling - Asep Haryono | Jingdezhen: A Name Card of Cultural Tourism in Jiangxi - Powered by Blogger

SIMPLYASEP.COM Located in eastern China, Jiangxi Province is a place with abundant resources, rich cultural background, and outstanding people. Jingdezhen, the world’s capital of ceramics, is a small city in the mountains of Jiangxi. More than 1,000 years before the Europeans mastered porcelain manufacturing techniques, the ancient Chinese people in Changnan (The ancient name of Jingdezhen) had already shown their talents in making exquisite ceramics.

Over time, through trade and interaction with outsiders, Changnan, or a corrupted pronunciation of the name, came to be used by outsiders to refer to porcelain — or "china.

"There is no doubt that Jingdezhen is a must-visit when you travel to Jiangxi because it will guide you to a meaningful journey of historical culture and ancient art, presenting a unique cultural tourism experience for tourists.Jingdezhen is a city renowned for its more than 1,700-year history of porcelain making. Every visitor will be amazed by its 1,000-year history of official-run kilns, and 600-year history of imperial kilns.  

Nanchang – The Capital Of Jiangxi, China.  Image from world atlas

From the past few centuries to the present, countless porcelain makers have come to Jingdezhen to explore and pursue the ultimate in porcelain making. Ceramic culture permeates every corner of the old city, creating a unique, precious, and complete cultural heritage system of porcelain. Artists who have come to Jingdezhen to learn porcelain making are known as "jingpiao", and foreigners as "yangjingpiao."

To date, there are more than 30,000 jingpiao living in Jingdezhen, including 5,000 foreigners, who have found their dreams and realized their value of life in this precious city. Camille Grandaty is a French artist. Her first visit to Jingdezhen was 10 years ago, bringing her unforgettable memories. She has moved between Amsterdam, London and Brussels before she settled down in Jingdezhen in 2015. Camille says the vibrant and free artistic vibe of Jingdezhen made her stay."

The ancient kiln imbues bricks with a unique touch and spirit, and the ancient ceramic heritage here fills me with creativity," notes Ryan Matthew Mitchell, an American ceramist. Now, strolling around the alleyways of Jingdezhen to explore the local ceramic culture has become a regular activity in his spare time.Ryan LaBar from the United States says coming to Jingdezhen is like "a son returning home.

"The 43-year-old gentleman set up a studio in Taoxichuan, a renovated porcelain factory that unifies industrial heritage, ceramic and arts-crafts galleries and studios as well as restaurants, cafeterias and hotels.Partnering with a young Chinese businessman, LaBar established Lab Artz, a 260-square-meter workshop where he plans to house more artists and offer ceramics classes.

With more than 1,700-year history of porcelain making, Jingdezhen has now shouldered a new mission in the new era.

The local government of Jiangxi, last year, issued a new plan of building Jingdezhen into a national ceramic culture inheritance and innovation pilot zone. According to the plan, the ancient city will hereafter focus on the protection, inheritance and innovation of ceramic culture; innovation and development of the ceramic culture industry; development of ceramic culture tourism; fostering ceramic professionals, and ceramic culture exchange and cooperation.

Taking advantage of its ancient ceramic culture, the new plan aims to build Jingdezhen into a national ceramic culture protection, inheritance and innovation base, a world-famous ceramic culture tourism destination, and an international ceramic cultural exchange, cooperation and trading center.After the implementation of the plan,

Camille felt the great changes of the old city, saying "both the infrastructure and the ecological environment are improving and getting better and better."

"When I first came to Jingdezhen, the Luojia Airport here didn’t have as many flights as it does today, and there was no high-speed railway station," says Camille, who has witnessed the fast development of the city.Jingdezhen saw great improvements in local public facilities and services, as well as the vitalization of its tourism industry, and sports such as Taoxichuan and Sanbao Village, which are now known globally.

"People from all over the world exchange ideas in local cafes and hold exhibitions in the art space. Different ideas collide here, bringing artists with inspirations," Camille adds. The ecological environment of this ancient city has also improved. Through endless efforts of the local government, Jingdezhen has become the city with the best air quality in Jiangxi province in 2020. Camille likes to take photos of the blue sky.

"Sometimes I go to nearby villages to paint, and villages such as those in Yaoli Ancient Town are mostly clean, neat and beautiful. Many city dwellers also head to the countryside on weekends to get close to nature," she says.

Having a dream of holding solo exhibitions in both France and China, Camille is passionate about sharing her artworks with the world. During the COVID-19 epidemic, she stayed in Jingdezhen and set her mind to work."For me, the artistic life in Jingdezhen is a great experience," she says.  


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