This resort, just 15 minutes' drive from Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal in Lagoi, has a unique countryside concept known as D’Bamboo Kamp. Situated on 13 hectares of contoured and splendidly landscaped land, this vast resort is best explored by walking, riding an electric bike, or even on a horse carriage. Offering a relaxing environment to visitors, ... continue reading »

Poyotomo Fishing Park is an angling park that offers pleasure not only to anglers, but also other visitors who may take delight in its amazing scenery, with Mount Bintan as backdrop far in the horizon. Entrance fee is a nominal IDR10,000, to experience the facilities. However, do take note that while one is free to jalan-jalan ... continue reading »

Sunny tropical weather, soft sandy beaches, swaying tall palm trees.... these were the scenes I had envisioned Bintan to be, one of the islands of Indonesia's Riau archipelago, to enjoy prior to my maiden visit. Bintan, or pronounced by the locals as Ben-tan, in fact, offers much more than that, as discovered during my one day ... continue reading »