Riau

Ancient Monument Hunt: Pekanbaru, Whispers of History

KERUMUTAN, RIAU PROVINCE

Abang island offers stunning sea scenery and great spots for snorkeling! This inhabited island is indeed popular for its underwater beauty, as well. No wonder, many foreigners often come there, too! The island has breezy wind and warm atmosphere. The best spots are indeed the shores where crystal clear water and stunning shorelines reside. The clarity is excellent, so tourists can see corals and fishes clearly down there. The first thing to enjoy when visiting Abang Island is definitely the trip. It is because you need to undergo a long and adventurous trip in order to reach the island. It starts from Batam Island and the first destination is the “6” bridge. From this spot, you can ride a boat and head directly to the island. The fee depends on the time of the visit, actually. That means it may cost more during holidays and weekends. Thus, you should carry enough cash when visiting the island later (especially during holidays). #summervacation#beachvacation#urbanexplorer

Situated away from the main island of Batam, Telunas Private Island is the perfect place where you can escape from all the hustle and bustle, and get all the privacy and peace you need. Upon checking into Telunas Private island, you will feel like you are on a boat surrounded by water, but even better – with hotel facilities. Here, you can relax completely in your overwater bungalows, where you can simply jump from your room into the sea! The rooms have no air-conditioning – because who needs the air-conditioning when you can feel the cool sea breeze on your face? You can also get a personalised massage treatment from the comfort of your balcony right by the sea. Listen to the waves and gaze out at the sea while you relieve the tension and knots in your muscles. The restaurant serves a diverse blend of traditional Indonesian and Western cuisine, as directed by the famous Chef Surya. For special anniversaries or occasions, you can also book a candlelight dinner with your partner or a poolside dinner gala with a party of friends. You could also have a dip in the infinity pool while enjoying the breathtaking view of the sea, or head out to the sea in your kayak! #summervacation#beachvacation#hotelstay#urbanexplorer

Taman Wisata Habibi 1000 Tangga literally means ‘a thousand steps’, which is the estimated total number of all the existing stairs here. The steps lead to different gorgeous spots in this spacious location dominated by lush greenery, including a cliffside beach and viewpoint overlooking the skyscrapers of Singapore. The limited access makes it a quiet place, at least when we were here. If youre not in shape it will be a challenge to climb back up the steps but not impossible. Don’t miss this particular spot – the rustic and super Instagrammable treehouse! Climb up and get ready to pose with the panoramic view of the sea behind you and the surrounding verdant greenery for that picture of the day. #summervacation#hikingtrails#urbanexplorer