The Indonesian spelling of geographical features and villages varies considerably as there is no form of standardization that meets with both popular and official approval. village names spelled three different ways, all on signboards in front of various government offices. There are three overlapping and concurrent address systems for any given location: old street name and number, new street name with new numbers, and kampung (neighborhood) name with block numbers. Every town has its street named after the same national heroes, so you will find General Sudirman Street in every city throughout the archipelago.
Daily Archive for November 12th, 2007
Luckily for those with children, the Balinese are very gentle and love to have kids around. But you should bring essentials: sun hats, creams, medicines, special foods, nappies, and a separate water container for babies to be sure of always having sterile water. Disposable diapers are available in big supermarkets. Nights can be cool sometimes, so bring some warm clothing for your child. Milk, eggs, fruit which you can peel and porridges are readily available in the supermarkets here. Babysitters are available for a moderate charge at any hotel. Continue reading ‘Traveling with children’










