Originally Posted by blueferrari (Post 28291301)

all of nightclubs are closed during Ramadan under authority order. no small convenience store selling alcoholic beverages anymore as it is prohibited.

in other months you can get it in bigger/supermarket, but I'm not sure in Ramadan, I think you won't be able to. (I may be wrong though, I don't drink so couldn't give you exact info). I'm not sure whether hotels provide any.

Bali is different case altogether.


as for drinking water in public, it's not a big deal here, moreover if you're easily identified as tourist. few stares, maybe. but it won't get you arrested.

Originally Posted by endet (Post 28291498)

Many thanks for your insights. I might think about going to Bali then if I require beer for that time. But it also might be a good experience just not to drink for that one week I intend to stay in Indonesia. :)

Originally Posted by DeepUnderground (Post 28291777)

I would be completely shocked if you could not get alcohol at your hotel. Room service at the worst.

Originally Posted by endet (Post 28289704)

Any recommendations or advice on watering holes (beer) during the evening? Would it even be possible during Ramadan to get a beer somewhere?

Originally Posted by Zolex (Post 28294647)

Some places do sell alcohol during Ramadan but rather secretly. They are pretty scared of hardline Islamic groups destroying their property. As far as I know alcohol is not banned by law during Ramadan, but this could've been changed recently (I try to avoid Jakarta during Ramadan). Don't expect big crowds though and most of the bars that still serve alcohol are located within hotels.

If you are interested in Jakarta nightlife I can recommend this website: http://www.jakarta100bars.com . Also includes information about venues with "extra services" if that's your thing. :D

Originally Posted by endet (Post 28296130)

Why are you avoiding Jakarta during Ramadan? I guess its because of the cut down nightlife?

Originally Posted by Zolex (Post 28569522)

Anyone got some new on the 'skytrain' that will connect the different terminals at CGK? It should be operational from T2-T3 from June and by August it should be fully operational but I can't find much information about the current state of operations.


And the main question is, where do I get on the train from T2? I have a short connection (T2-T3) coming up in August and want to avoid taking the transit bus or a taxi.

Originally Posted by Jaimito Cartero (Post 28569716)

When I arrived at T2 this week, all I saw is a lot of construction going on. My driver mentioned a 2020 completion date, but probably talking about connecting to Jakarta.

Originally Posted by Zolex (Post 28569522)

Anyone got some new on the 'skytrain' that will connect the different terminals at CGK? It should be operational from T2-T3 from June and by August it should be fully operational but I can't find much information about the current state of operations.


And the main question is, where do I get on the train from T2? I have a short connection (T2-T3) coming up in August and want to avoid taking the transit bus or a taxi.

Originally Posted by endet (Post 28289704)

I am planning a trip for end of May 2018 (quite early, but as a German I need my plans!). It will be around Ramadan and I intend to go to Bandung on Thursday.
Which means from Sunday evening to Thursday I would like to spend visiting Jakarta to get a feel for the capital before I explore the country (a little bit) for the first time.
Any recommendations or advice on watering holes (beer) during the evening? Would it even be possible during Ramadan to get a beer somewhere?
I have read here and elsewhere that small convenience stores are not allowed to sell beer (anymore) but I am a little bite afraid of no beer at all during that time (zeh German!).

Also, for those people living for a longer time in Indonesia / Jakarta: would it be OK if I go out during the day and drink some water while exploring the sites (Monasir et. al.)? I know that as a traveler I would not fall under the rules of fasting, but would like to check the local customs with you knowledgeable folks.

Many thanks in advance and safe travel or stay!

Originally Posted by Jaimito Cartero (Post 28572460)

I'm a bit of a pessimist when it comes to construction projects in Indonesia. I wouldn't book a tight (sub 2 hrs) connection, and count on this train.