Cheap Hotels in Yogyakarta | below $10 per night

Traveling cost was the important things for travelers. The biggest cost was for hotels. Backpackers, group of students and travelers who expect to save cost would interest in hotels with the tariff below $10 per night. In Yogyakarta, there are any cheap hotels. List of cheap hotel, home stay, and bed & breakfast below will make you happier.

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Pawon Temple tells about fire

Pawon is the name of a temple not far from Borobudur temple. Pawon restored in 1903 by J.G. de Casparis. Pawon name can not be known for certain of its origin. J.G. de Casparis interpret that pawon comes from the Javanese Awu which means ashes, gets the prefix ‘pa’and suffix ‘an’ that show a place or somewhere. In the daily Javanese language said, pawon means the kitchen, but De Casparis interpret funeral. Local residents also called Pawon temple with Bajranalan. The word is probably derived from the Sanskrit word vajra which means "lightning" and anala which means "fire".

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Romantic Dinner at Grand Aston Yogyakarta

YOGYA - Grand Aston Hotel Yogyakarta is one of the most special hotels. Besides being a comfortable place to stay Grand Aston Hotel Yogyakarta was also offers a romantic dinner packages and photo images at affordable prices in order to celebrate Valentine's Day (Valentine).

According to Public Relations Manager Grand Aston Yogyakarta, Dyah Retno Wikan, a special package that only requires a fee of Rp450.000 (nett) in Vanilla Sky Lounge.

"Each couples can enjoy a romantic moonlight and the stars, accompanied by wine or beer or soft drink draugh or Valentine mocktail accompaniment of acoustic music floated through the night," Retno added.
Dyah also explained that to spend a romantic evening, the Grand Aston prepare two appetizers, three main menu options and tempting desserts. While at Saffron restaurant every couple will be able to take pictures and enjoy a buffet meal together.
"The package is worth Rp399.000nett for couples will be joined by international menus such as various salads, Tom yam soup and Vegetables Cream Soup," said Retno. (source krjogja.com)

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TransJogja! The comfortable transportation system in Yogyakarta.

Like as TransJakarta, TransJogja is a bus rapid transport system, cheap and air-conditioned around Yogyakarta, Indonesia. TransJogja is one part of the application program Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) that proclaimed the Indonesian Department of Transportation. This system began operate in early March 2008 by the Indonesian Department of Transportation, especially the Provincial Government of Yogyakarta.

Systems that use a bus (medium size) is implementing a closed system, meaning passengers can not enter the bus without going through the shelter, as well as TransJakarta. In addition, the payment system implemented different: one-way tickets to students, and general tickets to subscribe. There are three types of tickets can be purchased by passengers, the fare one-way (single trip), and general tickets to subscribe.

General ticket to subscribe is different from regular bus ticket because they are used a smart card. A machine will review the smart card automatically and the door will opened automatically. Passengers can change buses without having to pay additional fees, if still in a shelter.

Now these busses become main option of transportation in Yogyakarta. Not only the cheap cost but also the good service that become the reason of the passengers. With this bus you will not find pickpockets that sometimes found in general busses around Yogyakarta.

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Tips For Preventing Passport Problems

Carelessness is the number one reason for a passport application being rejected or delayed or for a passport being lost, stolen, or damaged.

Before You Leave On Your Trip

1. Check to see if you even need a passport.
Countries can, and often do, change foreign entry requirements. If you arrive at the airport without the required documents, you'll be denied boarding privileges. And, of course, This isn't covered by travel insurance.

2. Apply for your passport early.
You should apply for a new passport at least 90 days before your departure date. For a renewal, begin the process 8 to 11 months before your passport expires. Why so early? Many countries require that your passport have six to eight months of validity remaining before they will issue a visa.

3. Fill out the correct form correctly.
Each type of passport service has specific criteria that must be met. Make sure you get the right application form, and then fill it in carefully. Double-check each entry. Ask a friend or relative to verify it as well. Errors made on the application form can lead to delays, or even rejection of your passport request.

4. Follow the specifications for the required documents exactly.
When applying for a new passport, the most frequently used documents are a certified birth certificate for proof of citizenship along with a valid driver’s license for proof of your identity.

5. Sign both the passport application form and your check.
Surprisingly, many people forget to sign either the passport application form or their check to Passport Services. Once again, check everything twice, or even three times.

6. Request additional pages.
Are you a frequent flyer? Request a 48-page passport (at no additional cost). It will allow you to travel longer before having to replace it.

7. Sign your passport and fill out the emergency information.
When your passport arrives, check to see that all the information contained in it is correct. If it is, sign it and fill in your current address and the name of a person to contact in case of emergency. If not, return it to the State Department for correction.

8. Make two copies of your passport and photos.
Give one copy of your passport to a friend or relative who can be easily contacted in case of an emergency. Take the other copy and the extra photos with you on your trip. If you use an online document storage service, you can scan your passport and upload a copy. That way, you can access it from almost anywhere in the world.

While You're Away

9. Always keep your passport in a safe place!
Never leave your passport in your baggage, backpack, purse, car, hotel room, or anywhere else! When you must carry your passport, keep it in a money belt or inside coat pocket. Upon arrival at the hotel, put your passport in the hotel safe.

10. Never lay your passport down anywhere.
Passports placed on a counter, phone booth or table can be easily forgotten or stolen. Practice the habit of immediately putting your passport away after using it.

11. If you travel as a family or as part of a group, don’t let one person carry all the passports.
The odds are much greater for one person carrying all the passports to lose them or have them stolen than for all the passports to be stolen or lost if each individual owner carries them.

12. Never let anyone leave your presence with your passport.
When you're checking in at the airport, passing through customs, exchanging currency, or doing anything else that requires you to show your passport, never allow the person examining your passport to leave your presence. If the person starts to leave, call their attention and request to accompany them.

13. Immediately report the loss of your passport.
If you are careful and follow the tips above, you shouldn’t have any problem with the loss of your passport.

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