Batam

Even though this Indonesian island is located just a few kilometers away from Singapore by sea, it never fails to leave us amazed by its wild beauty, very affordable accommodation and food, and superb option for a short getaway. And of course, Trip.com has so many great options and deals for us to book our next vacation to Batam (; This time around we visited Batam as a group of 3 families with young children. We wanted to have some family fun and so we decided to explore Panbil Nature Reserve Park. It was really easy to get there either by Grab or Gojek. There are lots of family and children friendly activities available at the park including ATV, trekking with the deers, and some of the more kid friendly stuff like feeding the farm animals (see images). Overall, we truly enjoyed our stay at Batam in Nov 2023 and would love to head back there again this year to try other exciting activities like kayaking and water skiing etc. and to satisfy our cravings for the awesome food there! #batam2023 #batam2024 #indonesia2024

#indonesiatrip Next Level Cafe & Beachfront Bar in Batam offers a sublime blend of laid-back beach vibes and vibrant musical entertainment. Located directly on the beach, this spacious venue is perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in the coastal lifestyle while enjoying some of the best live music the area has to offer. 🎶 🌊 Next Level is renowned for its lively entertainment lineup, featuring local and visiting bands that play a variety of music genres. The sound of waves combined with great music creates a unique ambiance that's hard to find elsewhere. Whether you're here to catch an acoustic set by a solo artist or a full-band performance, the bar's casual yet energetic setting enhances every musical experience. The menu at Next Level Cafe & Beachfront Bar includes a variety of international and local dishes, suitable for a casual snack or a full meal. The bar serves up a wide range of beverages, from cold beers and tropical cocktails to freshly brewed coffee, making it a great spot for both day and night visitors. The laid-back dining atmosphere encourages guests to relax and enjoy their time without rush. Don’t miss out this perfect spot to chill if you love beach 🏖️ and music! #beachlife #Batam #batamtrip #Beachbar

Just a few hours’ ride away from Singapore, you can easily get to the island of Batam for a short weekend getaway! With the good exchange rates there, cafe-hopping becomes a lot more affordable and enjoyable. One of the cafes that made an impression was this one located near Grand Batam mall. It was an artisan shop that made their own flavoured tarts by hand. We tried a few of their flavours as we couldn’t decide which to get! I personally would recommend the signature and Hojicha flavours, which tasted lighter. Another cafe we visited was better known for their unique coffee and cakes. I really liked the chocolate fudge cake but you might want to skip on the lemonade as it was overly sweet. My overall rating of the experience: 5 out of 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #weekendgetaways #tripmoments #tripblazers

#bucketlistreboot #batam #cheapfinds #valueformoney #thingstodoinid #minisports #chilltime If you are at Batam and unsure of what to do, do check out Yatch Club Bar at Turi Beach. They have a good variety of drinks at an affordable price - alcohol from $6 and live music at certain hours. They also have 2 pool tables available so for snooker lovers, you will be pleased to find out that it is free for all to play with no duration limit if you purchase Minimum of one drink. For non alcoholic drinks, coffee, tea, milo etc are also available. So do check this place out if you or bored or just love snooker :)

#bucketlistreboot #watersports #chilldays #funinbatam Who says batam is just for kueh lapis and massages? You may reconsider batam as a travel destination after seeing this post. You can actually play water sports which is more commonly publicised and know in places such as Bintan and Bali in Batam. Find this place called Cabana Club and you will be able to do water sports such as parasailing, banana boating, kayaking, etc to keep your afternoon/day entertained. Also for those who are less sporty or prefer non water activities, river cruise and paintball are also available at this place - Recommend!!

#bucketlistreboot #funactivitiesoverseas #lifeaftercovid #activitiesforeveryone If you are someone who thinks that Batam has nothing to do, would like to recommend you yet another interesting activity at an affordable price. Why not try out ice skating, or if you already know, ice skate when your company goes shopping? For those keen to let your kids learn this sport, you can also check this store out at Batam, which offers rates both aided and unaided. Definitely worth the dollar in my opinion so do visit this shop at One Batam when you get some time during your vacation at Batam. Rates differ by hours so do plan accordingly:)