Wow ! Borobudur Now Selling Online Tickets

As a world heritage which stores historical values, Borobudur, Prambanan and Ratu Boko Palace has been recognized internationally. Interest of foreign tourists to visit the three temples located in Yogyakarta and Central Java is very high.

However, during these last ticket purchases manually, waiting in line at the counter. Consequently, in the dense traffic, the line becomes long. A hope for reservations and book tickets online before are in three locations this temple arose."Reservations and ticket purchases manual that we use for this is not able to answer those needs," said President Director of PT Taman Borobudur, Prambanan and Ratu Boko, Purnomo Siswoprasetjo, in Jakarta, Wednesday (12/12/2012).

Moreover, he continued, for foreign tourists have been accustomed to using the system for online ticketing and reservation. Therefore, to facilitate the travelers in making reservations and purchasing tickets, PT Taman Borobudur and Prambanan Ratu Boko implementation introduces "Online Reservation & Ticketing".The launch of the reservation system and purchase tickets online on the expected increase quality of care and visits by foreign tourists and domestic tourists to Borobudur, Prambanan and Ratu Boko Palace.

"We want to provide convenience and reach a wider market by implementing this system," the minister said.It's just, obviously Purnomo, for the short term, the goal is still foreign tourists, and still implement a system or business to business b2b. So sales are still through the travel agent for vacationers.

However, the future expected sales through online b2c also targeted. Or business to consumer and for tourists. Purnomo hope at the end of 2013 is targeted to tourists and b2c.

Online Reservation & Ticketing Implementation is the result of cooperation between PT Borobudur Tourism Park Prambanan and Ratu Boko and PT Abacus Indonesia.

With this online system travelers can make reservations online through the Abacus travel agent for all products such as State Tourism Candi Borobudur, Prambanan Travel, Tourism Ratu Boko, Sunrise at Borobudur, Ramayana Ballet at Prambanan, Ratu Boko Sunset on and so forth .According Iswandi Said as Managing Director of Abacus Distribution Systems Indonesia, currently has a network of Abacus travel agents spread all over Indonesia. "Our travel agent network is approximately 12 thousand sales locations," he said.


With the implementation of the online system, the entire Temple Tourism Park products can be purchased directly by the traveler through a network of Abacus travel agent. In the future can be made directly through the website, the smartphone and tablet-based Windows 8 followed by the Apple-based mobile devices, Android, and other technology-based.

"By purchasing tickets online secarai, are holding their own tickets, then straight to the gate, scan the barcode no tickets, go straight. No need to queue at the counter

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After Beijing, now Shanghai Impose 3 Day's Free Visa

Shanghai - Starting January 1, 2013, tourists from 45 countries visa-free for 3 days in Beijing. Starting January 1 Similarly, the Chinese government set the same rules for tourists in the city of Shanghai.

Previously, a traveler who visited the Shanghai Municipal exempt visa for 2 days (48 hours). But starting January 1, 2013, Shanghai, and Beijing has the same rules that visa-free for 3 days (72 hours).

Reporting from CNN Travel, Monday (12/10/2012), free visa is not valid from the arrival of trains or ships. Travelers will be exempted from visa when entering the Shanghai Hongqiao Airport and Pudong Airport.

Condition, travelers should have had another goal after a transit country in Shanghai. During the 3 day tourists should also not be out of the city of Shanghai. Just as Beijing, this rule applies to travelers from 45 countries.

These countries are Argentina, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Japan, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia. After that there is also Lithuania, Luxemburg, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, Ukraine, United Kingdom and the United States.

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5 Tips To Enjoy Holiday With Son

Long holiday of Christmas and New Year draws near, it's time traveling with children. Parents must remember, young children to teens have fun each of which must be considered during the trip.

It is a challenge for parents during a long holiday with the children. Certainly no fun when on vacation, your child is busy playing alone. Where parents are happy to see her sitting alone on the beach, listening to a headset, or busy with his cell phone. Yes, it could be the child bored.

A family travel expert, Leah Squire (42) reveals a secret that kids with holiday so enjoyable. News from Australia, Wednesday (19/12/2012), here's 5 tips for holidays with children so cheerful:

1. Choose the right place to stay

Children, especially those who have teenagers, the majority do not like sharing a room with parents. Try to choose a room with 2 bed room so that your privacy and the child is awake.

Fiji Islands in Japan, Bali, Thailand, and Bora-bora in Tahiti could be an option. Fiji has a special children's area in the form of lawn and games, there is also a swimming pool. Bora-bora, young people have done a variety of things as they pleased at Chill Island. Bali and Thailand could be an alternative because of its location near the holidays.

2. Consider cruises

"Holidays Cruise favored (traveler) any age. No need re-packing every day, and you can surf 3-4 Neagra once. All purposes are included in the price, considering the food for the children often spend the budget," she said.Some of the well-known cruise companies are Royal Caribbean, Star Cruises, and Princess Cruises. The last cruise ship companies that have routes of Southeast Asia and China. Stop in Bangkok (Thailand), Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam), Hong Kong and Busan (South Korea).

3. Visit your new place

When traveling with children, try new things and go new places. Do not go to the same place every year. Get out of your comfort zone, even if you have a family!"Children are more adaptable. If you give them a chance, they will surprise you," said Leah. Yes, you can get him to talk to the local people, learn a language, a bargain in the traditional markets, exploring and reading the brochure.Use the agenda as an educational trip. That way, your child will learn new things and grow smart by itself.

4. Adjust the budget

Do not spend your budget on hotels and flights. Try to set aside properly, the budget for traveling as you can. If going abroad is too expensive, try taking a more realistic holiday.Driving a car with children can be a fun holiday. Every now and then, try stopping in parks and pikniklah! Prepare lunch from home. Do not do a lot of things, and do not require a lot of things. Enjoy your journey as well as holidays.

5. Definition of the child

Children, still kids. Whether at home or on vacation, there is only the behavior that makes you upset. But do not go up the blood and then angry."If there is something wrong or not as planned, laugh. Especially glum Do not get angry if your child is misbehaving, or feel uncomfortable," she said.

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10 New Thing That Can Do In Seoul

Seoul - Gangnam Style lovers, can certainly be traveling to Seoul dreams. But it does not stop there, Seoul still has 10 other attraction that you should be in addition to the set of Korean drama.Seoul in South Korea is now not just a city for filming Korean drama, but has grown to be one of the tourist destinations. Many tourists who come in droves to take a vacation in the city adored artist.However, behind the name of the city tenarnya K-Pop artist, Seoul also save a lot of interesting things for tourists. Ranging from tourist destinations, culture to food.Therefore, peek from CNN Travel, Monday (17/12/2012) This is a new 10 things you can do when traveling to Seoul tourists. Some of the destinations is not new, but here's where the rise in Seoul:

1.       T.um

Besides Korea Furniture Museum, Seoul still has another museum that is not less cool, that T.um. The museum was created by the largest telecommunications provider in Korea, SK Telecom. T.um presents the most advanced communication technologies that may be used in the future.What is clear, coming to this museum will be created amazed, how cool life of 10 years. Unfortunately, to get into the museum, visitors must make reservations in advance. Reservations can be made via the official website starting at 11:00 local time.Interested in coming? T.um in Jung-gu, Euljiro 2-ga.

2.       Gwanghwamun Station

It is also obligatory tourist spot visited by tourists. Gwanghwamun Station provides access to three important tourist spot for travelers. Quite a short walk from the station, you can see the Gyeongbokgung Palace, Cheonggyecheon River and Statue of King Sejong.From the castle, you can see the beautiful mountain in front of him. This is one of the most interesting sights in the city.If you go into the basement of Building Finance Center, tourists can find the most delicious lunch menu. The road back to Kyobo Bookstore in Kyobo Building, travelers can buy a variety of stationery and a variety of accessories with unique designs.

3.       Korean galbi

For the traveler who loves culinary tour the obligation to try Korean galbi. This is a typical Korean barbecue.One restaurant that serves culinary is Maple Tree. The restaurant is located in Samcheong-dong, Jongno-gu district. Come here, restaurant waiters will serve you with a friendly and help choose the best quality meats. Yummy!

4.       Glam

Glam is actually better suited than a club called the lounge. Glam is one bar where the gathering of people in Seoul. It also became one of the locations with hot nightlife in the city.Being in Itaewon-dong, Yongsan district, you can see many parties held there. So do not be surprised, if the air in the Glam was so crowded.

5.       JJ Mahoney's

Again, this is one of the famous bars in Seoul. Being at the Hotel Grand Hyatt Seoul, JJ Mahoney less dense than the other bars in Seoul. Even so, this is a fun place for you lovers of cocktails and live music.

6.       Itaewon's Octagon

Rounding out the night life, Octagon is a nightclub that serves the hottest nightlife in Seoul today. If you usually know the culture club in Seoul 'booking', not the one in the Octagon.'Booking' is the culture of book friends eating, drinking or chatting facilitated nightclub. But in the Octagon, you will not find it. This club more displays laser performances and dances.

7.       Doosan Tower

In short, this is one of the most stylish shopping center in Seoul. It's just stuff that is sold in the Doosan Tower unbranded.It provides a variety of purposes for men and women, which must follow the fashion. Ranging from accessories, to cheap clothes available there. You can visit at Euljiro 6-ga, Jung-gu.However, load time Doosan Tower is quite unique. For Tuesday-Saturday, tourists can arrive starting at 10:30 to 05:00 local time the next day. For Monday, starting at 19:00 to 05:00 local time open, and Sunday at 10:30 to 23:00 local time.

8.       Vatos

Rounding out the culinary, another restaurant that you may visit, yairu Vatos. It is a place to eat that serves Mexican food served with Asian tastes. Unique?Some recommended foods are Kimchi Carnitas Fries and shrimp tacos. But it seems you have to be patient when it comes to restaurants in the district of Yongsan, Itaewon-dong 181-8 2 / F's on the weekend. This is because the waiting list can take up to 3 hours. Ouch!

9.       Gourmet Gallery 494

Located at 494 Apguheong-dong, Gangnam district, Gourmet Gallery 494 into a place with a variety of new and famous restaurants in the city. The restaurant is also open branches and gathered into a basement building a 'premium food boutique'. Not only that, the Gourmet Gallery 494 also home to a variety of shopping a kitchen, including vegetable, fish and more.

10.   Bongeunsa

Because Gangnam Style, there is a temple in Gangnam district is so flooded tourists, Bongeunsa name. It is a temple of the most incredible scenery in the middle of Gangnam District.Are located in 73 Samseong-dong, Gangnam District. Coming to there, tourists can see beautiful scenery masik city steeped in traditional culture, coupled with the blue sky.

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The Future Of Train In Japan

In the future, tourists will increasingly pampered when traveling to Japan. Sakura country is planning to launch a bullet train to the future. Unmitigated, this train can reach speeds up to 500 km / h. Wush!

Railway company in Japan, Japan Railways, had a bullet train prototype Series aka LO-tech Maglev magnetic levitation. Speed ​​train that can travel up to 500 km / h was designed by JR Tokai. To be able to travel a distance of 322 km, the train is quite sophisticated takes about 40 minutes.

Reported by News Australia some time ago, this train does not have wheels. Using electromagnetic cushions for super high speed. Later, each train set will consist of 14 cars. Each carriage can be filled by 68 passengers.

Later, travelers will be on vacation in Tokyo and want to go to Nagoya or Osaka, can use the services of this bullet train. Besides fast Maglev train is definitely convenient.

Unfortunately, this new project than planned. Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism of Japan is studying proposals for the construction of super-fast trains. The target is for majors Tokyo-Osaka, the train will be completed and can be operated starting in 2027. While the train from Tokyo-Nagoya only be used in the year 2045.

Earlier, China had first made the Maglev train. Trains are already serving the route from the city of Shanghai to the Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Trains are capable of reaching speeds up to 431 km / h and became the fastest today.

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Most Luxury Trains in the World

Maharaja Train

India - Trains no longer regarded as a cheap transportation. There are currently priced luxury train tens and even hundreds of millions of dollars. Maharajas Express, this is the most luxurious train in the world price and the facilities 'wow'.

There are no singers, passengers standing and jostling each other, let alone a full hopper graffiti on this train. Of course, since the tourist train Maharajas Express is ready to deliver luxurious traveler traveling around India.

It was not only the most luxurious hotels in India, Maharajas Express train's journey is the most expensive and luxurious in the world, as reported in the official website of Maharajas Express, Thursday (20/12/2012). This train was deliberately designed to create the elegance and luxury of each carriage.

Luxury tourist train is much much earlier, before the luxury train Palace on Wheels was introduced in 1982 to promote tourism in Rajasthan, India. Maharajas Express to be the most luxurious train in fact aligned with the Orient Express, the luxury train tours in Europe.

All cabins on this train have temperature control and equipped with bathroom, Wi-Fi, a low-power electronic devices, satellite TV, DVD, and telephone. Like a king's palace, the train is designed to perfection and luxury furnishings.

This train consists of 14 carriages with design and luxury amenities. The carriage is also divided into four types of cabins with the amount of each, 20 Deluxe Cabins, 18 Junior Suites, 4 Suites, and a Presidential Suite. Carriages in the train was made in the art deco style. Beautifully carved elegant blends with rugs and mirrors add to the beauty of each space.

No half-hearted super luxury train is equipped with high technology and the best in the world. Bak hotel that runs on rails, Maharajas Express is also equipped with two restaurants, bar, bedroom, lounge, salon and spa, and fitness center. In one train Maharajas Express train can carry 23 crew and 88 passengers.Luxury and art blend nicely with the best facilities are also combined in the interiors of ancient Maharajas Express. Wrapped in luxury travel, it also attracted the attention of a traveler with a trip to some of the best destinations in India.


Travelers can choose the package that you want to use this train. There are about 12 cities in India can a traveler choose to visit. New Delhi, the capital of India, has been a favorite of foreign travelers as rich in dance, beautiful architecture, and culture. Ancient and modern style that blends the allure of the city has an interesting traveler.

As for the other cities the luxury travel destination Maharajas Express, which travelers can choose the Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh. You can also go to the financial hub Mumbai and the second most populous city in the world.

In addition there is a pretty city with Agra Taj Mahal and Agra Fort are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Famous Khajuraho temples kamasutranya, Varanasi on the banks of the Ganges, Bikaner, Jodhppur, and Jaipur.

These cities are offered in 5 packages and travel time may vary, the Heritage of India (8 days and 7 nights), Treasures of India (4 days 3 nights), Gems of India (4 days 3 nights), Indian Panorama ( 8 days 7 nights), and Indian Splendor (8 days and 7 nights).

Do not be surprised, the price of one trip Maharaja Express can make you reach the pockets are very deep. Travel period October 2012-April 2013 offering price of between U.S. $ 1790-22000. Meanwhile, for travel in October 2013-April 2014 the price offered is a bit more expensive, ranging from U.S. $ 1930-23700. The price was fantastic!

With a full range of facilities and services are very satisfactory, and set in train these days does not seem to matter. It can be part of your adventure, especially when you are in India. Luxury, comfort, and beauty of the panorama India you can get from the Maharajas Express.

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10 Cities with the Most Awesome MRT In The Wordl

Metro Copenhagen

MRT (Mass Rapid Transport) or metro to be one traveler transportation options while on holiday in several countries. If you are curious about the coolest MRT system, the following 10 cities have metro in the world.

Clean, mordern and shorter travel time to make the MRT or often referred to as the metro is so much choice traveler. Be seen from CNN Travel, Thursday (20/12/2012) This is the 10 cities with the best metro in the world:

1. Guangzhou
 The story of the development of metro in Guangzhou, China is not as smooth as it looks now. For more than 30 years, the construction of an underground fast train is finally completed. Guangzhou Metro was first opened in 1997. Guangzhou subway system ground dressed as host SEA Games in 2010.

Now, the city has had 8 lines, 144 stations, and a path length of 236 km. The most recent plan of the metro here is an express train from Guangzhou to Hong Kong in just 48 minutes.

2. Tokyo

Tokyo Metro is something legendary. Here are the fastest train and the world's most timely. Do not stop there, the trains here also have a very organized system making it the coolest.At least there are about 14 million users this train per year. There are a few things to consider while riding the train here. One is not allowed to use the phone while the train is running. Because of so many choices, this train can also be very full at certain hours. So, get ready for the crush huddle during peak hours-yes!

3. New York

The cool of the MRT system in New York, the United States is the operational time of this train for 24 hours. No need to worry if you come home too late or want to go too early because it is always there ready to take your metro.

In addition to the system that never sleeps, the subway in New York also presents a different scene. There are many street musicians scattered in underground stations. Also, many of those who have extraordinary talent. Thus, these musicians could be unique view while waiting for the train.

4. Madrid

Madrid in Spain into the city to 6 which has the world's longest railway line. Longest route reaches 386 km. Every year, the metro in Madrid carried over 1.5 million passengers, which, half are tourists. Since, the number of people in Madrid just 6.5 million inhabitants.

The underground station in Madrid is very big which can even be used to hold events such as festivals and concerts. Not surprisingly, there are many events in the station. In fact, one of the stations there have archaeological museum area of ​​200 m2.

5. Montreal

This is the largest town of the owner of a metro line in Canada. As a city ever to host the World's Fair and Olympics, not surprisingly, Montreal has the rail system is greater than most other cities in Canada.The city has a metro station with pollution is small enough. The subway is commonly called the STM is friendly to nature as well as for its users. Get ready, there will be 468 new trains that will arrive in 2014 to replace a half long trains that have been operating there.

6. Paris

Paris in France to be a pretty solid tracks. In the city area of ​​87 km2, there are at least 245 stations and 14 rail lines. Presumably, the people in this town do not like walking.

This is evident from the number of passengers per year, amounting to about 1.5 million. The subway in Paris is included as one of the five busiest metro in the world. Despite its topnotch quality, the trains here are not too modern for the carriage door was to be opened by pressing the button.

7. Sao Paulo

Tourists visiting Sao Paulo in Brazil is not complete if it does not try to climb its Metro. The metro system here has been awarded as the best in the Americas. You can certainly imagine how the services and systems that are definitely going in order.

Metro is known to have security, convenience, speed, cleanliness and excellent access adequate. The subway in the city is also one of the world's busiest metro. There are at least 3.3 million passengers who ride the train every day. For safety, do not mess around, the city government put the police to arrange security at stations.

8. London

The first metro in the world was born in London. London Tube train called present in 1863. Following that philosophy, exists other trains that coincided with the construction of underground stations.

When host the Olympics, the subway system here starting no improvement. At least there is the addition of the station to make it easier for the traveler who wants to travel by train. Although still crowded and busy, it is not valid if it has flights to London but did not try to catch the train underground.

9. Singapore

Merlion Affairs has awarded the MRT train with the most energy efficient in 2010. MRT trains called also received several other awards such as, the train with the most innovative technology and the best metro in the Asia-Pacific region.


So far, the MRT has carried 600 million passengers per year. But unfortunately, MRT no longer be at its best after the management changed hands. Even so, it remains one that has the metro service was satisfactory.

10. Copenhagen
 Danish capital has a modern metro. The train did not have a driver but uses a computerized system. In addition, the train was also active for 24 hours.Due to the small town, Copenhagen only has 22 stations and two lines. It was not too busy, making it suitable for those who want a relaxing holiday by public transport.

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