Batam Island Travel Guide

 Batam, Indonesia was a quiet coastal backwater, far from central Jakarta, at the forgotten edge of Indonesia. The new Hang Nadim Airport, good class hotels, restaurants and entertainment complexes mushroomed all over Batam island. Batam became the Singaporeans' playground. Batam has a deserved reputation for its seafood restaurants. Prawns, lobsters, green clams, and the local specialty "Gong Gong" are on offer at many restaurants. Most travelers to Batam stay around either Nagoya or Waterfront City. Nagoya (yes, it is named after the Japanese city), is the effective centre for the Batam traveler. You will find the best hotels in town, the inimitable Pujasera Hawker Centre, and of course numerous Spas offering sports massage.

It is situated in the province of Riau islands. Batam is a great place for a holiday. The Ocean Water Park and another island called Barelang Island are two places that you ought to visit when you are here in Batam. Batam Center is the place that you can visit if you are interested in historical buildings and landmarks or even if you want to look at great architecture.

Batam is filled with entertainment and nightlife. There are a huge number of karaoke bars, popular night clubs and pubs. One of the most visited places for fine dining in Batam would be the sea food restaurant named Golden Prawn. Batam also offers a good fast food experience. Batam has numerous options when it comes to stay. Excite hotels Takes Travelers to Relax in Cosy Hotels in Batam.

Waterfront City on the west coast of Batam, south of Sekupang, is a magnet for thrill seekers. Batam is a duty free zone. Overall, there is a distinct cowboy vibe to the whole Batam experience. Batam is a well-known vacation spot for Singaporeans, just as Bintan is. How to reach Batam

Batam is reachable with in 45 minutes from Singapore Ferry boat. Batam can be defined as slightly less expensive and less developed form of Bintan. Ferry is the only accessible way to enter Batam from Singapore. Packages for traveling:

Travelers can save their money by selecting holiday deals. It is accessible through out the holiday seasons. These travel offers consists of accommodation and ferry tickets charges. Singaporeans take pleasure in their stay at the tourist resorts located at Nongsapura in Batam city.

Ferry is the ideal transport system that takes travelers to Batam from Singapore. It is recommended to obtain journey packages instead of losing your money on separate ferry and hotel bookings. There are hourly based ferries to Batam center from Harbour front Ferry Terminal

From Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal to Nongsapura. From Batam center, most accommodations prepare the pick up service from the Batam center to the hotel. Do book your return ticket from Batam to Singapore at the ferry terminal when you arrive as the ferries can get full quickly.

Dry seasons support outdoor activities and water sports. It is the very best time to travel to Batam. If you are interested in water sports activities, avoid traveling throughout the rainy season. The ideal time to journey to Batam will be between May and September.