Excellent content and very helpful. I would appreciate a video on the visa on entry and extension. Great content with dating and visiting Indonesia. Seems like Yogyakarta is my first destination.
@@koufax174 I understand you cannot apply for the D212 Visa whilst physically in Indonesia, i.e. apply before you travel to Indonesia - via an local Indonesia agent, I went to Malaysia for a week, they process all documents to Directorate General of Immigration, your then get an email - one in Bahasa one in English which attached is your e-VISA D212, fly to Indonesia no hassle, no questions, your good for 60 day stay then you must leave for a day trip i.e. go Malaysia or Singapore come back in you got another 60 days...as it's multiple entry VISA and valid for 1yr it covers you easy.
Indonesia is an excellent alternative to the Philippines, or Vietnam. I have to see more of it to compare it to Thailand. I have experienced living in BSD, Tangerang for two months. It was interesting. I wouldn't say, it is cheap though. It's more a matter of want you can do with your budget as you mentioned in the video. Keep up the good job.
Most indonesian survive with 120 USD monthly salaries. Pro tips, Locate the nearby Traditional market, local veggies, Local Fruits, fishes are all cheap and fresh, except beef and alcohols.
Single Indonesian living with their parents or family…probably ( No pay for electricity, etc ) if not then rent a room monthly. $ 120 = Rp. 1,900,000 • Rent a room/Kos monthly? • Food from local market is variable price + cooking by yourself. • Transportations • Phone bills/quota ? I have no idea how much. • Other private/ miscellaneous needs? • Eating out but only in “Warung” No cafe and no hang out at coffee place. Small town..maybe but big town, I don’t think so.
@@CR-sj6px i live in medan Area, Medan, North sumatera, here a Nasi Bukus will cost you 10k with fish or eggs, 12k with a small piece of chicken. Its cheaper if you selfcooking. I have a neighbor that own UPVC workshop and the worker salary is 60k/day, ofcourse most of the workers are singles live with the family, but i know some workers from Nias Island that working in medan with 120usd monthly salary, the cost of room here 500k/month or 300k/person, they are walking to work.
@@CR-sj6px i live in medan Area, Medan, North sumatera, here a Nasi Bukus will cost you 10k with fish or eggs, 12k with a small piece of chicken. Its cheaper if you selfcooking. I have a neighbor that own UPVC workshop and the worker salary is 60k/day, ofcourse most of the workers are singles live with the family, but i know some workers from Nias Island that working in medan with 120usd monthly salary, the cost of room here 500k/month or 300k/person, they are walking to work.
@@CR-sj6pxi live in medan Area, Medan, North sumatera, here a Nasi Bukus will cost you 10k with fish or eggs, 12k with a small piece of chicken. Its cheaper if you selfcooking. I have a neighbor that own UPVC workshop and the worker salary is 60k/day, ofcourse most of the workers are singles live with the family, but i know some workers from Nias Island that working in medan with 120usd monthly salary, the cost of room here 500k/month or 300k/person, they are walking to work.
@@CR-sj6pxi live in medan Area, Medan, North sumatera, here a Nasi Bukus will cost you 10k with fish or eggs, 12k with a small piece of chicken. Its cheaper if you selfcooking. I have a neighbor that own UPVC workshop and the worker salary is 60k/day, ofcourse most of the workers are singles live with the family, but i know some workers from Nias Island that working in medan with 120usd monthly salary, the cost of room here 500k/month or 300k/person, they are walking to work.
24:06 With 80 US cents, you can get 2 bottles of 1.5-liter mineral water. Or if you add another 80 cents, you can get a 15-19 liter jug of mineral water (depending on the brand). You can even get an Indonesian-style breakfast portion for 80 cents. So, it would be a shame to let those 80 cents go to waste😁
You are absolutely correct of what you are saying, here are some comments. When I’m arriving to Indonesia again, then I’m usually take out the family to some fancy restaurant once, but otherwise I always prefer Warungs. If you are afraid by the street restaurants (warung), then I can say it’s safe if the restaurant is opening and closing after the food has been running out. If the food looks old and the food has been hanging outside for a long time, then I’m going to another Warung. Lion air has often delays/ changes of flights so if you have to catch an international flight after going domestic, then you may think of for example Garuda air instead. Once when I was checking in then the flight had been cancelled, they had sent out the change by SMS domestic but since I had an international phone, I didn’t get the SMS. They rebooked the flight at some another airline, and since I had 6 hours of margin, I could catch the international flight.
Thanks for your comments. Yeah, the old and ongoing Lion Air story 😂. It seems to have improved over the years. In the past two months, I only experienced 1 delay out of three domestic flights altogether. I find it was way worse in previous years. At least they communicate properly about upcoming flight changes. Good point on the food. Yes, in Indonesia and throughout Southeast Asia: As a general guideline, go to a place where there is a high guest turnover. In that way you can be sure that food is sold fast and not lying around left over for too long. (Especially for newbies to Southeast Asia)
Excellent video as always. This type of video about the cost of living and transport is hugely appreciated (I’m going to Vietnam and Indonesia in October and November). Out of interest: what’s your favorite country to live in SE Asia during the northern hemisphere winter?
Great video!! Very useful information. Thank you so much. Could you please make a video how to apply for Indonesian visa online. Thank you one more time!
Danke for this informative video. I'm the train guy, too. But Indonesia has high-speed rail i.e. bullet train (Whoosh) between Jakarta and Bandung. About visa - your view is from EU. For us others, it's quite different in SEA 🙃. For example, we can only enter truly visa free in SG. We also need proper Visa for Philippines only, and they are the worst plus various bureaucratic issues there 😵💫. The 2nd best for us are Cambodia, Indonesia, and Laos.
You also can get to Sorong from Makassar I usually travel from Kuala Lumpur Malaysia to Makassar( Sulawasi/ Indonesia) and then to Sorong. With Air Asia and Garuda
No, as with other women around the globe. In general, you have to approach first and lead since Indonesian girls are shy and passive (except on online dating sites).You will notice when they are interested in you. To make it more interesting you can play the "hard to get" game. But don't play it too long.
@@moneymant6541 Indonesian here. If you are Caucasian Male or any tall light skinned Man. The women will 88% be chasing you. If you are Korean the precentage will rise to 95%.
Hallo Marcel, 100% agree with you, and german trains are more punctual than french ones ! I think you should make a colab with Marc Bluersky, as you share some topics between Indonesia and minimalism. Auch als Minimalist muß ich sagen, daß ich mir mit einem einfachen elektrischen "hair trimmer" (Haarschneider oder Haarschnitter ?) alle 3 Wochen selbst die Haare in 5 Minuten schneide ☺ ua-cam.com/video/s7Bxxj_iDcQ/v-deo.htmlsi=w3ulItPUEPSEMrB1
It depends, I found staying in Philippines (Cebu and islands around) more expensive than in Indonesia,(Sumatra, Sulawasi, Papua) In Philippines you have airport taxes. But I enjoy food in Philippines they have spanish food culture❤
Excellent content and very helpful. I would appreciate a video on the visa on entry and extension. Great content with dating and visiting Indonesia. Seems like Yogyakarta is my first destination.
I agree. A video on visas would be much appreciated.
Suggest get the D212 VISA - via a agent, easy done, multi entry, last for a year.
Can get on arrival? Or get first visa then extension you suggest?
@@koufax174 I understand you cannot apply for the D212 Visa whilst physically in Indonesia, i.e. apply before you travel to Indonesia - via an local Indonesia agent, I went to Malaysia for a week, they process all documents to Directorate General of Immigration, your then get an email - one in Bahasa one in English which attached is your e-VISA D212, fly to Indonesia no hassle, no questions, your good for 60 day stay then you must leave for a day trip i.e. go Malaysia or Singapore come back in you got another 60 days...as it's multiple entry VISA and valid for 1yr it covers you easy.
Interesting, thanks👍
Indonesia is an excellent alternative to the Philippines, or Vietnam. I have to see more of it to compare it to Thailand. I have experienced living in BSD, Tangerang for two months. It was interesting. I wouldn't say, it is cheap though. It's more a matter of want you can do with your budget as you mentioned in the video. Keep up the good job.
Most indonesian survive with 120 USD monthly salaries. Pro tips, Locate the nearby Traditional market, local veggies, Local Fruits, fishes are all cheap and fresh, except beef and alcohols.
Single Indonesian living with their parents or family…probably ( No pay for electricity, etc ) if not then rent a room monthly.
$ 120 = Rp. 1,900,000
• Rent a room/Kos monthly?
• Food from local market is variable price + cooking by yourself.
• Transportations
• Phone bills/quota ? I have no idea how much.
• Other private/ miscellaneous needs?
• Eating out but only in “Warung”
No cafe and no hang out at coffee place.
Small town..maybe but big town, I don’t think so.
@@CR-sj6px i live in medan Area, Medan, North sumatera, here a Nasi Bukus will cost you 10k with fish or eggs, 12k with a small piece of chicken. Its cheaper if you selfcooking. I have a neighbor that own UPVC workshop and the worker salary is 60k/day, ofcourse most of the workers are singles live with the family, but i know some workers from Nias Island that working in medan with 120usd monthly salary, the cost of room here 500k/month or 300k/person, they are walking to work.
@@CR-sj6px i live in medan Area, Medan, North sumatera, here a Nasi Bukus will cost you 10k with fish or eggs, 12k with a small piece of chicken. Its cheaper if you selfcooking. I have a neighbor that own UPVC workshop and the worker salary is 60k/day, ofcourse most of the workers are singles live with the family, but i know some workers from Nias Island that working in medan with 120usd monthly salary, the cost of room here 500k/month or 300k/person, they are walking to work.
@@CR-sj6pxi live in medan Area, Medan, North sumatera, here a Nasi Bukus will cost you 10k with fish or eggs, 12k with a small piece of chicken. Its cheaper if you selfcooking. I have a neighbor that own UPVC workshop and the worker salary is 60k/day, ofcourse most of the workers are singles live with the family, but i know some workers from Nias Island that working in medan with 120usd monthly salary, the cost of room here 500k/month or 300k/person, they are walking to work.
@@CR-sj6pxi live in medan Area, Medan, North sumatera, here a Nasi Bukus will cost you 10k with fish or eggs, 12k with a small piece of chicken. Its cheaper if you selfcooking. I have a neighbor that own UPVC workshop and the worker salary is 60k/day, ofcourse most of the workers are singles live with the family, but i know some workers from Nias Island that working in medan with 120usd monthly salary, the cost of room here 500k/month or 300k/person, they are walking to work.
24:06 With 80 US cents, you can get 2 bottles of 1.5-liter mineral water. Or if you add another 80 cents, you can get a 15-19 liter jug of mineral water (depending on the brand). You can even get an Indonesian-style breakfast portion for 80 cents. So, it would be a shame to let those 80 cents go to waste😁
You are absolutely correct of what you are saying, here are some comments.
When I’m arriving to Indonesia again, then I’m usually take out the family to some fancy restaurant once, but otherwise I always prefer Warungs.
If you are afraid by the street restaurants (warung), then I can say it’s safe if the restaurant is opening and closing after the food has been running out. If the food looks old and the food has been hanging outside for a long time, then I’m going to another Warung.
Lion air has often delays/ changes of flights so if you have to catch an international flight after going domestic, then you may think of for example Garuda air instead. Once when I was checking in then the flight had been cancelled, they had sent out the change by SMS domestic but since I had an international phone, I didn’t get the SMS. They rebooked the flight at some another airline, and since I had 6 hours of margin, I could catch the international flight.
Thanks for your comments. Yeah, the old and ongoing Lion Air story 😂. It seems to have improved over the years. In the past two months, I only experienced 1 delay out of three domestic flights altogether. I find it was way worse in previous years. At least they communicate properly about upcoming flight changes. Good point on the food. Yes, in Indonesia and throughout Southeast Asia: As a general guideline, go to a place where there is a high guest turnover. In that way you can be sure that food is sold fast and not lying around left over for too long. (Especially for newbies to Southeast Asia)
For 2€ in Europe, you have a medium quality pack of biscuits...Than for the same price, you get a nice meal in Indonesia.
Yup!👍
Excellent video as always. This type of video about the cost of living and transport is hugely appreciated (I’m going to Vietnam and Indonesia in October and November). Out of interest: what’s your favorite country to live in SE Asia during the northern hemisphere winter?
Cost wise, definitely Vietnam when you take all things into consideration (visa, accommodation, prices in general, infrastructure and logistics.
@@MinimalistNomad thank you Sir 🫡
Should love to know what your budget is in indo and how you live?
Great video!! Very useful information. Thank you so much.
Could you please make a video how to apply for Indonesian visa online.
Thank you one more time!
👍 Yeah, it's on my list.
Can you make a video on managing a visa and passport to stay in Indonesia? I been told about leaving a few days and restarting your visa so often?
I'll put it on my list.👍
Danke for this informative video.
I'm the train guy, too.
But Indonesia has high-speed rail i.e. bullet train (Whoosh) between Jakarta and Bandung.
About visa - your view is from EU. For us others, it's quite different in SEA 🙃.
For example, we can only enter truly visa free in SG.
We also need proper Visa for Philippines only, and they are the worst plus various bureaucratic issues there 😵💫.
The 2nd best for us are Cambodia, Indonesia, and Laos.
Thank You, Sir.
maybe show us some available Indonesians woman
How do I get to Papua and where can I get to?
You fly with Lion Air from Jakarta or Bali for example to Sorong (West Papua) or Jayapura, the capital city of Papua province.
...and enjoy Raja Ampat islands
You also can get to Sorong from Makassar
I usually travel from Kuala Lumpur Malaysia to Makassar( Sulawasi/ Indonesia) and then to Sorong.
With Air Asia and Garuda
Great information...
Best wishes..
Anil..
Thanks👍
24:08 Oh sh1t .. you reveal our secret LoL 😂
Quick question do Indonesian girls like to be chased?
No, as with other women around the globe. In general, you have to approach first and lead since Indonesian girls are shy and passive (except on online dating sites).You will notice when they are interested in you. To make it more interesting you can play the "hard to get" game. But don't play it too long.
@@MinimalistNomad very very interesting
@@MinimalistNomad any first date Resturant recommendations?
@moneymant6541 No need to go to a fancy restaurant. Take her to a local coffee/icecream shop for your first date.
@@moneymant6541 Indonesian here. If you are Caucasian Male or any tall light skinned Man. The women will 88% be chasing you. If you are Korean the precentage will rise to 95%.
Hallo Marcel, 100% agree with you, and german trains are more punctual than french ones !
I think you should make a colab with Marc Bluersky, as you share some topics between Indonesia and minimalism.
Auch als Minimalist muß ich sagen, daß ich mir mit einem einfachen elektrischen "hair trimmer" (Haarschneider oder Haarschnitter ?) alle 3 Wochen selbst die Haare in 5 Minuten schneide ☺
ua-cam.com/video/s7Bxxj_iDcQ/v-deo.htmlsi=w3ulItPUEPSEMrB1
Thanks👍
In my opinion Philippines is better, easy visa, better beaches and food
Visa: definitely yes. Beaches: yes. Food: both Filipino and Indonesian food is great!
It depends, I found staying in Philippines (Cebu and islands around) more expensive than in Indonesia,(Sumatra, Sulawasi, Papua)
In Philippines you have airport taxes.
But I enjoy food in Philippines they have spanish food culture❤
🙏🏼
😂