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Things to do in Jakarta

Jakarta, the Indonesian capital and largest city, may be famous for
its crazy traffic jams (it makes the ones in Bangkok look like child's
play), but it's developing quickly, drawing tourists to the city's
attractions as well as to its malls and (in)famous nightlife scene.

Travel tip: to get the most out of the city, have your hotel call a
cab for you (usually a Blue Bird or Silver Bird service, the two best)
and see if you can keep your driver for a day. It's not the cheapest
option, but not having to brave the traffic to look for your next ride
will make your trip far more enjoyable - and he just might introduce
some great places to go to.

Where to eat

Before even stepping foot inside of Cafe Batavia, you'll notice that
it doesn't have the usual restaurant setting. That's because it's
housed in a 19th-century Dutch colonial building, located just
opposite the former Dutch city hall.

The whole of Old Town Jakarta (Kota Tua Jakarta) is all about the
city's Dutch colonial past. Cafe Batavia is the perfect place to have
lunch or dinner, and some of the recommended dishes include dim sum
(really), nasi goreng kepiting (fried rice with crabmeat), and smoked
salmon. After your meal, rent a bike from one of the stands outside
for a quick tour of the area.

Where to shop

Grand Indonesia is a mall, a hotel (Hotel Indonesia), an office tower
and an apartment building all rolled into one. The sheer size makes
the entire complex both the 10th largest building and 16th largest
shopping mall in the world.

The eight-level Grand Indonesia shopping town is larger than some
towns at over 130,000 square metres, housing every high-end retail
boutique you'll need alongside an 11-screen movie complex.

Where to visit

The popular theme park Dunia Fantasi (Fantasy Island) is constructed
on the reclaimed land from Jakarta Bay. The largest theme park in the
city, it has more than forty rides and attractions, and is divided
into eight regions: Indonesia, Jakarta, Asia, Eropa (Europe), Amerika
(America), Yunani (Greece), Hikayat (Fantasy) and Balada Kera (Monkey
Parody).

It'll be difficult to check out all the sections of the park in a day,
but while you're there, make sure to hop on the Halilntar twisted
roller coaster ride and Niagara flume ride.

Where to party

Blowfish Kitchen and Bar is one of the most popular clubs with
Jakarta's elite. The restaurant serves modern Japanese cuisine, while
the adjacent lounge is ground zero for nightlife.

Blowfish regularly hosts foreign DJs, playing mostly R&B on the
weekends. The after-hours home of the city's elite is understandably
has a strict dress code (as are most of the high-end spots in
Jakarta), so leave your T-shirts, sandals, and sneakers at home

From http://sg.travel.yahoo.com/inspirations/382-things-to-do-in-jakarta?cid=today

BiomassWorld 2009

09-10 Feb, 2009 - Jakarta

COMMERCIALIZING BIOMASS TO POWER, LIQUID FUELS AND CHEMICALS

The palm oil sector is dominated by Indonesia, Malaysia & Thailand, with volume amounting 90% of the world’s production. While the oil constitutes only about 10% of the palm production, the bulk of 90% is biomass. Many plantation companies are exploring conversion technologies and unlocking the potential of OPB (oil palm biomass) from its trunk to its fruit branch (EFB).Besides palm, Indonesia produces over 200 million tonnes of biomass per year, comprising of agriculture residues (palm waste, rice husks, sugar bagasse), estate crops and forestry wastes. Indonesia therefore presents an attractive market for biomass technology with its low feedstock cost and high electricity demand.

Next generation technologies have claimed its potential to substantially expand the feedstock base for biofuels production (e.g., lignocellulosic biomass, nonedible vegetable oils, algae). Some of these processes (e.g., gasification of biomass followed by synthesis to liquid fuels- BTL) are already in their early commercialization stage.

CMT’s 2nd BiomassWorld 2009 offers top industry panel, leading plantation and power generation companies to discuss on biomass conversion to energy products, challenges and issues. Mark your calendar to be at this premier gathering to network and forge lasting business opportunities.

Do not delay! Book your seats now and update yourselves on the opportunities that biomass resources present.

10 Valid Reasons to Attend CMT’s 2nd Biomass World:
• Comparative economic analysis on converting biomass for heat, power, fuels or chemicals.
• As a project developer, have your doubts cleared on whether to convert your biomass to power, leave it for natural decomposition or look at liquid fuel opportunities?
• Thailand’s experience on converting EFB to power, operational challenges and concerns on feedstock availability
• Views from Indonesian plantation major - PT Bakrie on why they chose to convert EFB to natural fertilizer
• CDM developments (with case study on EFB power generation project) and how to claim carbon credits
• Conversion technology of biomass and EFBs to liquid fuels
• Learn from China & Japan, who are investing heavily in cellulosic fuels production technology, on the hurdles to commercialization & technology advancements
• Innovative financing schemes for biomass project and case study
• Switching from coal to biomass (saw dusts) – project in South Africa.

What opportunities it presents for the coal industry?
Also another Biomass fuel switching case study from a cement producer.• Plus a Breakfast Talk by an experienced speaker covering all aspects of Biomass pyrolysis & gasification technologies, requirements and economics.

Send in your team for group discounts.
You Will Network With• Ethanol/Biodiesel Producers • Power Companies • Cellulosic Ethanol Producers • Plantation Owners • Biomass Processing Companies • Agricultural/Forestry Companies • Municipal Waste Companies • Institutional Investors • Financiers and Venture Capitalist, Project Finance Managers • Commodity Brokers and Analysts • Agrobiotech, Fertilizer & Crop Protection Company Executives • Biomass and Biofuels Technology Equipment Suppliers • Catalyst & Catalytic Technology Providers • Enzymes Providers • Commodity Testing, Inspection and Surveyors • Agricultural Machine Suppliers • Environmental Engineers • Fuel Marketers & Distributors • Auto-makers, engine and power generating set manufacturers

CMT has arranged special discounted room rate at USD 120 (Mulia Grandeur, Single) + 21% Government Tax & Service Charge per room per night including 1 American buffet breakfast (subject to room and rate availability) for delegates at Hotel Mulia Senayan. Please complete Hotel Reservation Form, which is emailed together with invoice, providing full credit card number and expiry date and fax/email completed form to:

Hotel Mulia Senayan
Jl. Asia Afrika
Senayan
Jakarta - 10270
INDONESIA
Contact Person:
Norman Nordin
Director of Sales & Convention Services
Phone :62 21 5753246 Fax :62 21 5753233

Puncak, literally translates to Peak, is a weekend getaway that has beautiful view of tea plantation. Located about 100 KM South of Jakarta, West Java, Indonesia Puncak swarms with hotels and mountain resorts.

How to get there?

By Car from Jakarta
Two to three hour drive from Jakarta. Take the Jagorawi toll road to Puncak. Usually heavy inbound traffic on long weekends.

What to visit?

Place of Interest

Taman Bunga Nusantara (Indonesian Flower Garden),

Jl. Cipanas. Public park, with flower gardens from around the world, maze, giant clock and a tower. It has been created over 23 hectares with flora from around the world that will grow well in tropical Puncak. There is also a leisure park called Alam Imajinasi for the whole family, but especially children, to enjoy that exists over 7 hectares adjoining the gardens. For an additional Rp 5 000 you can travel around the gardens on the dotto train. Price: entrance fee Rp. 15 000.

Taman Safari Indonesia,

Jl. Raya Puncak No.601, Cisarua, 16750,

+62 251 250 000

(safari@tamansafari.com, fax: +62 251 250 000),

Zoo, with car safari trail that allows cars and tourist buses to see and/or feed elephants, zebras, goats, hippos and more, hiking trails, petting zoo. Buy carrots from the many vendors by the side of the road leading up to the zoo before your get there to feed to the animals. Inside the zoo there are more animals to see, shows to view such as the 'Wild-Wild

West' the Lion show and the Sea-Lion Show. Ride the elephants and ponies. Rides and restaurants/food outlets.

The cheapest souvenir shop you will ever find with good quality souvenirs. It is one of the biggest zoo in Indonesia. It also has accommodation in the form of caravans, traditional house or lodge. available at website

Wisata Agro Gunung Mas Tea Plantation,

(On the main road on the way up to Puncak.). See how tea is processed - get to the plantation early to see the factory actually in operation. Sit in the cafe and enjoy a cup of tea before walking or driving around the tracks to view the tea growing with the mountains as a backdrop. Watch out for locals offering pony rides. Rp. 6000; Factory tour Rp. 7 500; Guide for tour Rp. 40 000 for a group up to 15.

Hotel in Puncak?

Hotel Surya Indah,

Jl. Gadog II / 45, Cipanas, Cianjur, Jawa Barat, Indonesia,

(62)(0263) 512871, 513151 (reservation@hotelsuryagroup.com, fax: (62)(0263) 512872),

Hotel Surya Indah is an exclusive resort establishment in the city of Cipanas at the foot of Mount Gede about 100 kilometers from Jakarta. The hotel is equipped with villas, acres of lush tropical gardens, fishing pool, swimming pool, children playgrounds, tennis court, fitness center, sauna and massage service, coffee shop, restaurant and meeting rooms for up to 200 people.

Bukit Indah,

Jl.Raya Ciloto No. 116 Puncak-Cianjur-Jawa Barat 43255 Indonesia (on),

(62)(0263) 512903 (reservation@bukitindah-puncak.com, fax: (62)(0263) 513262),

The hotel is equipped with swimming pool, children playground, tennis court, restaurant. The menu in the restaurant is simple but good. standard room Rp. 325 000 per night.

Puncak Pass Resort,

Jl. Raya Puncak (the highest point in Puncak area),

(62)(0263) 512503 (ppr@puncakpassresort.com, fax: (62)(0263) 512180),

Puncak Pass Resort has been established since 1928. Spread over 5 hectares, you can stay in a variety of accommodation - hotel rooms or bungalows. There is a swimming pool, jogging track and children's playground, and you can play volleyball or football. From Rp. 500 000 incl. breakfast.

Novus Resort and Spa,

Jl. Sindanglaya Raya No.180 Cipanas,

Located on mountain area overlooking mount Gede and Mount Pangrango. Covers four hectares on the top of the hill in the midst of supreme panoramic hinterland.

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