The Volcano Plain Of Central Java : Borobudur, Hiking & Terraced Ricefields
What to do around Borobudur temples ? Visit stunning ricefields, more temples and hike volcanoes !
Java
Hiking (and registering for) Mount Merbabu Independently
A guide to hike this volcano by yourself
Alas Purwo National Park Travel Guide
Easy to visit national park in eastern Java which makes a good 2 or 3 days trip from Ketapang or Banyuwangi.
Javanese Culture – Religion and beliefs
An introduction to the religious practices of the Javanese : between orthodoxy and syncretism
Javanese Culture – History, People & Art
An introduction to the Javanese culture
West of Yogyakarta : the beaches of Pacitan
Two less-visited destinations making a nice addition to a trip to Yogyakarta
Exploring the surroundings of Malang, East Java
A couple of days exploring less visited Hindu/Budhist sites of East Java, active volcano and beautiful countryside
Hiking Gunung Semeru Independently
A good 2-days hike to highest peak of Java.
Cimaja: the Closest Surf Spot from Jakarta
Classic weekend escape from Jakarta: surfing, sleeping in the ricefields and drinking coconuts.
Dieng Plateau Travel Guide
A nice mountainous escape 4 hours from Yogyakarta