1. Get used to eating rice.
This is the important issue when traveling in Sumatra and other parts of Asia and wanting to eat. You should get used to eating rice when you're hungry at mealtimes. When you visit a restaurant, the menu usually consists of rice with a variety of side dishes, and you can add other side dishes like vegetables, chicken, or fish.
2.Local cuisine.
Sumatra, Indonesia, is synonymous with spicy food. You need to get used to this by practicing spicy food before you go to Sumatra.
3. Restaurants in Sumatra.
It is important to know about restaurants in Sumatra before you arrive.
There are three types of restaurants in Sumatra.
1. Modern restaurants specialize in specific local dishes. For example, grilled chicken, seafood, wonton noodles, meatballs, satay, nasi lemak, and fried rice. You should specify that the dish should not be spicy when ordering before it's cooked; this is very important.
2.Modern restaurants serve international cuisine, such as spaghetti, pasta, steak, desserts, beans, and others. These types of restaurants are very rare and are only found in large cities or tourist areas. Otherwise, they are difficult to find in rural areas far from cities.
3.Local restaurants offer a mix of local cuisine. You'll often encounter this type of restaurant. You'll see a selection of dishes in a glass display case, and you can point to them, choosing what you're familiar with and what you like. I recommend clear soup and fried chicken, fried fish, or an omelet. The rest are spicy, which might not suit you, but it's okay to try something new and ask if it's too spicy.
Another one is street food like meat ball, grilled fish and chicken.
4.Public transportation.
For those of you who are budget-conscious travelers, like backpackers, you can rely on public transportation Bus in Sumatra. A fare of around 50 km between one terminal and another city costs around $3, or Rp.35,000 Indonesian rupiah, and can be higher the further you go. There are also trains, available only in some areas of Sumatra. To use them, you must first install and register for the "KAI Access" app. This low cost will save you money on your travels in Sumatra.
5.Motorcycle riding.
Motorcycle riding is a good option. It's important to know this when you're in Sumatra. It's best to be able to ride a scooter if you want to fully enjoy your travels. You can rent one when you arrive at your destination. This will save your much money when traveling in Sumatra. Take a public bus to your destination, then rent a scooter upon arrival. You can ask your accommodation or hotel for this information. Daily rental rates range from $7 to $15 per day, or 100,000 to 200,000 rupiah per day.
6.Keep in mind your currency exchange rate and prices in Sumatra.
$1 US is equivalent to approximately Rp. 16,500 Indonesian rupiah. You should familiarize yourself with this calculation when in Sumatra. For example, a meal in Sumatra costs around Rp. 25,000, along with a drink, which translates to around $1.50 US. A bottle of soft drink costs around Rp. 10,000, or $0.60.
7.How to Drive in Sumatra.
Riding a motorbike if you have a driving license will be more efficient in your travels in Sumatra, but if you don't have one, it's not a problem. As long as the scooter owner is confident in your driving skills, he will rent it to you. As long as you only go around the villages and not into the city where there are lots of police, it will be fine. But if you wan't to ride around the city, use the helmet always, it will be fine as long as with helmet and not breaking the traffic regulation. What about cars? Car rentals for foreigners are rare in Sumatra, they usually offer car rentals with a driver.
8.Using a travel organizer.
Tailor-made tour, or tour guide will make your trip more comfortable and efficient. When you use a tour and travel service with a larger budget, it makes the trip feel much better than not using one. My tip: If you don't want to use a tour and travel service, you can rent a car for a more comfortable trip. You should have at least three people, and the more the better, as it's more cost-effective and you'll share the cost. When you're at a tourist destination, be diligent in communicating with other foreign tourists and create a friendship group for future trips. Plan your next trip, or ask your hotel or accommodations about sharing a taxi for transportation solutions. Be sure to ask questions about the time, who will be traveling, what vehicle, and how many people are traveling, as this can be quite confusing in practice.
9.Prepare your medications.
Certain medications you take may not be available in areas of Sumatra. Please stock up before you leave, such as allergy medication, prescription medications, and other medications.
10.General health matters when you are in Sumatra.
As a humid tropical region on the equator, you need to be familiar with the environmental conditions in Sumatra. You may encounter mosquitoes, insects, and others. For example, you should stock up on mosquito repellent lotion or skin spray anti insects, and a raincoat.
11.Familiarize yourself with local herbal remedies as an alternative.
This will be very useful when you're in Sumatra. Some traditional Indonesian herbal remedies Such as "Tolak Angin" herbal syrup, eucalyptus herbal oil, and "Larutan penyegar cap kaki tiga" Drink refreshing herb formula. These are just a few examples of products you'll likely encounter and are familiar with in Indonesia and Sumatra. You might want to try them, as they've proven to be very effective.
12.Activate your international e-SIM or local number immediately upon arrival in Sumatra. Internet access is essential for a smooth trip; you can do this at the airport upon arrival.
13.Prepare Cash.
When you traveling in Sumatra you might face rural area, the ATM for withdraw money, internet connection, or card/cashless payment probably unavailable, where they are available in the city. So you need to have cashflow management estimation for Traveling budget. My tips is don't bring huge cash for one case but counting the needs and cash in one part trip and get the cash again in other city.
13.Download local apps.
When you're in Indonesia or Sumatra, it's recommended to install local Indonesian apps to support your travel needs. The first is the "Gojek" or "Grab" taxi app (available for Android and iOS). These apps are useful for hailing a taxi when you need to go somewhere. You can specify your pickup and drop-off points on the map, offering very affordable fares.
The Second, with the "Traveloka" or "tiket.com" accommodation booking apps, you can find accommodations for your travel destination in Sumatra. For example, hotels, lodging, and even bus/train, ship, or plane transportation.
There are several tips when you traveling in Sumatra, remember to enjoy your trip as best as you can. Get this as the unforgetable moment when you traveling this Gem of equator. Don't hesitate to ask locals for help, although they can not speaking english this is okey. Indonesia Sumatra People is warm to help anything.
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