The 15 day “Sumatran Highlights“ tour allows you to see all the major attractions of northern Sumatra, while also bringing you very close to the people, history, and culture of the region.

Intrepid Travel launches a new tour in Indonesia, covering the highlights of (northern) Sumatra.

Is Medan the worst city in the world? An Australian expatriate in Jakarta whines his heart out.

Captain Westerling, hero against Javanese imperialism or villain of its Dutch counterpart.

Lonely Planet’s picks for the best hotel and hostel accommodation in Indonesia.

A discussion of Indonesia’s finest, according to Indonesia’s best travel guide, Lonely Planet.

How some Indonesian hospitals treat complaints & the poor, kidnapping & false imprisonment.

The orangutans in Borneo and Sumatra, destruction of their habitat, and efforts to help them.

RD consults another source for travel advice.

The swine flu scare, H1N1, effects on tourism and industries, and whether it is manmade.