Among the cluster of islands washed by the waves of the Indian and Pacific oceans, between Indochina and Australia is the Republic of Indonesia. Bali, Sumatra, Java, capital Jakarta - an array of spectacular Indonesian tourist delights from a melting pot of ancient cultures that will excite and tantalize any traveler.

Row out to the bay of Jakarta from the old Indonesian port of Sunda Kelapa for a glimpse of the colorful Makassar schooners, stop by Java’s Hindu temple complex Prambanan, or drive through the lava fields around Mount Batur. The Bohorok rapids and the wild Orangutans at Bukit Lawang will blow your mind. And the gentle Balinese with their love of culture, painting, dance, beaches and architecture will beguile you as will everything else in Indonesia.