Reviews of every surfing beach in Indonesia. This is a comprehensive guide covering every inch of every coast, a fantastic, one-of-a-kind, resource for surfers and vacations. Every full-color, pocket guide covers every inch of the Indonesian coast and also includes * signature Surfer’s Eye beach and wave maps * handy 4×5 inch size * breathtaking color & B&W photos by the world’s top surf photographers

About the Author
Larry Blair, born in Sydney, Australia, remains the only non-Hawaiian to twice win the Coke Classic pro surf contest. He is considered one of surfing’s true legends.

This book is a great disappointment. I have just returned from a visit to Bali and Jakarta and found this book to be almost totally useless. In fact because the book contains advertising from MCI and American Express I think that it could be possible that only establishments (retuarants and hotels/resorts who remunerate Foder’s get mentioned in this book. Specifically the information on Hotels and restuarants in Bali is so skimpy as to be laughable. Also applies to restuarants in Jakarta. I got mich more information by searching the web. All in all, don’t waaste your money on this book. Fodor\’s Indonesia, 2nd Edition: Where to Stay, Eat, and Explore, Smart Travel Tips from A to Z, Plus Maps and Co lor Photos (Fodor\’s Indonesia)

A good reference overall that packs a lot of information in a small volume. While history is an important factor in understanding culture, too many pages were spent on it, and in some cases, seemed repetitive. It is a good primer reference, a handy travel ready reference, or good refresher. I recommend it for business travelers. Indonesia – Culture Smart!

Archipelago is an excellent book on several levels. First, as a photo essay of the biota of the Indonesian islands it must be beyond compare. The photos are simply awesome, leaf through it and see for yourself. Second, it tells the story of one of the worlds least known but greatest scientists, Alfred Wallace. Wallace was just as responsible for developing the theory of evolution through natural selection as Charles Darwin. If you are interested in the history of science or a biology student at any level you should be aware of Wallace’s work. This is as good a book to learn about it as any. One slight complaint, in reading this book I felt that the authors felt that Wallace received a raw deal from Darwin and the rest of the scientific community. I don’t know if it’s true or if the truth will ever be known. I know that Wallace didn’t feel that way so why include it here? Third, this book is so much a trip through time. Each chapter on Wallace in the islands is mixed with modern essays on life in the islands and what is happening to the environment there. As an environmentalist “call to arms” it is great, because it is backed by better science through a broader range of disciplines than any I have seen. Read more…

A kaleidoscope of color, Indonesia’s 13,677 islands harbor hundreds of mammal species, birds and insects; its people originate from 300 ethnic groups encompassing all the Asian cultures and religions. A master of his subject, author Bill Dalton guides the reader to the best Indonesia has to offer, from ram fighting in Bandung to the isolated tribe of the Asmat people, together with detailed information on surfing, snorkeling, climbing volcanoes, and traditional dance and crafts. There is also a generous selection of excerpts from literature about Indonesia including V.S. Naipaul on a Japanese soldier and a bicycle and David Attenborough on the Komodo dragon.

* Reviews a country in Transition
* Details Indonesia’s physical environment, history, language and food
* Literary excerpts include V S Naipal, and David Attenborough on Komodo dragons
* Extensive coverage of the major islands, including Bali, Sumatra, Sulawesi and Iran Jaya
* Practical information including advice on appropriate behavior
* Many new beautiful color photographs
Indonesia (Odyssey Guides)