What a lovely place and beautiful people. The voices you can hear outside of the prayer times are of people learning the Qur'an. This is pengajian. When you get someone with a melodic voice, it really is beautiful. Thanks for posting one of my favourite places to visit.
@@JasonBillamTravel Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
yeah because he's a Bule (white guy). don't think that that's how they behave in their daily lives. in fact Sumatra is well known to be dangerous. Indonesians love to act nice and friendly for youtube/tiktok, but many of them are rotten. And you haven't got a clue how badly they treat and view women. I say this as an indonesian who moved abroad
Thank you for the initial insight into Indonesia. Like your other viewers, I'm looking forward to your trip. The friendly cat (tail up) was clearly a great purr-sonality, having much to say. Banda Aceh should be amazing!
@@JasonBillamTravel Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
Jason, we have communicated before since I first saw your videos in the Sahara Desert in Tunisia where I visited as a traveller in 1973. Two years later after having hitch hiked all over Europe and as a Dutch Australian I left Holland in January 1975 and spent a year travelling overland along the hippie trail back to Australia. Along the way I was advised to go to Lake Toba to hang out on the island and rest and recuperate before travelling the full length of Sumatra and Java etc but having run out of money I never achieved this dream. And now being aware of geology and the history of the supervolcano eruption of Lake Toba 74,000 years ago you have reinspired me to go there, now as a 72 year old, following your videos. I would suggest that you find out more of this spectacular eruption for you to appreciate even more your proposed visit to Lake Toba and Samosir Island and to stay in one of the long houses there. Btw I am also inspired to travel Japan and to follow your videos especially Kyoto and the temples and forests during the autumn leaves colour season next year. Your videos are absolutely wonderful. I watch them all. Good luck with your future travels.
I’ve always enjoyed reading your detailed comments over the years. It’s a shame you couldn’t fit in Sumatra and Java but there’s still time. Yes, the history of the eruption is worth investigating and telling - something I will aim to do. Japan (especially Kyoto) is beautiful, and I’m sure you’ll have a memorable time there.
@@JasonBillamTravel Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
Medan is a very interesting city, we loved it when we visited. Please visit Lake Toba, Bukittinggi (Fort DeKock, Hatta Musuem birthplace of the Vice President of Indonesian). We went white water rafting in Pagaralam, also there is trekking at Pagaralam neat Mount Dempo, Palembang was a nice city and don't forget Bandar Lampung. Getting to Pagaralam was a bit difficult because its not a big city and not too many buses used to go there. If you can't make it to the south, try to visit Bukittinggi, Padang and the surrounding areas of Lake Toba. There is a waterfall worth visiting although getting around, you will probably need to hire a motorbike. Roads were a bit rough as well. Anyway, loved your video as always. Love & respect from Bangladesh.
Wow, if you are a food lover to Indonesia the right choice because Indonesia has more than 5000 traditional foods and with an area of about 1.9 million km, 700 more languages and thousands more cultures, and with thousands of megalithic places before Christ, I hope you not only go to Sumatra but explore other islands also not only to Bali, there are so many incredible natural landscapes in Indonesia even snowy places. And I would like to give some references to TH-cam channels of foreigners living in Indonesia who might be able to help your trip (Kristian Hansen, Sam Indowild, the Lost Boys, Bule Bolang, Gypsy in Sneakers, Laurence Benson, Buaya barat, scoopy gang, Bags Packed Family) actually still quite a lot but this in my opinion is enough and one of them is from England too. Have fun in Indonesia..
Jason, I cannot begin to adequately express just how much I am enjoying your videos from all of these very diverse climates and cultures! Thailand, and now Indonesia, are both so unique and fascinating to experience, through your own perspective and commentary. Thanks again for all of your diligent efforts to share with your followers! Cheers!!!
@@JasonBillamTravel Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
Great. One of the first places I travelled to alone to in 1994. Came by boat from Penang! Nice to see the difference 30 years later. Sumatra is so nice and interesting. Berastagi and Lake Toba are must visit places.
Wow, now that’s a way to arrive. I wonder if it’s still possible to do that today? Thanks for the recommendations. Lake Toba is a certainty - I’ll look into Berastagi.
@@JasonBillamTravel Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
You can travel to Medan by boat from Batam, which is just south of Singapore. The journey takes 26 hrs or so and is really a slice of life. Can also take boats from Melaka and Port Dickson to Dumai.
Indonesia one place id like to visit, thanks for showing us some really good areas and see how friendly the people are there. Always good to watch your vidoes. Thank you and stay safe.
Welcome to indonesia bro. Enjoy your days in medan,sumatera utara. There are many places you can visit in medan. Night tour you can go to kesawan square for fun entertainment and enjoy many foods. Also if you like clubbing, you can go to F1. If you want to see many young people at night you can go to warkop harapan, warkop gajah mada, warkop multatuli, dokter mansur, teladan. For Shopping center you can go to millenium plaza, palladium square, medan mall, thamrin plaza, sambu, carefour, petisah.
@@JasonBillamTravel Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
Hi Jason I would strongly recommend the city of Bukittinggi, Sianok Canyon, The Harau Valley and then the city of Padang for it’s famous Padang food. All some of the best places in Sumatra and Indonesia as a whole. Great video
Perfect - thank you. I will take them into account. Sumatra is just so enormous that it’s going to be a challenge to fit everything into 30 days. All the more reason to come back.
@@JasonBillamTravel Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
That was a great video of Medan. I have never heard of this city. Everyone is humnle and friendly. Really nice of you Jason to Show us this city. Can hardly wait for the next video there
I disagree with having specified visiting hours for the mosque; it should be open at all times. Visitors should feel welcome to stay in the mosque for as long as they wish
@@JasonBillamTravel Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
Beristagi on the way to Toba is great. climb Sibayak volcano and hot springs, visit Lumbini temple. We also went to Tangakhan near Bukit lewang but much more relaxed and quiet. have fun.
Lovely building. Friendly young people. Enjoy the sites, people and food! The call to prayer is lovely. Very nice room, great price. Your guesthouse appears very peaceful. You always post such interesting videos, I learn a lot from you.
@@JasonBillamTravel Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
Hi Jason!, glad to hear that you are in my City Medan.hope you could explore street food in Medan. I note also that you will make trip to Banda Aceh by Bus, I would recommend you to use JRG (Jasa Rahayu Gampong) as best Bus service to Banda Aceh, There are many of type services you could choose. much hope you will be enjoy during in Sumatra.
In West Sumatera You Must Visit *Puncak Lawang View Maninjau Lake,Kelok/Winding Road 44 in Maninjau *Kelok 9 Bridge Payakumbuh *Canyon Sianok in Bukittinggi *Best Night Street Food and Muzium Minang in Padang Panjang *Singkarak Lake,Aua Sarumpun-Tanah Datar *Payagurung Beautiful Palace-Tanah Datar *Harau Valley in Payakumbuh *Jam Gadang,Lobang Jepang,Janjang 1000 in Bukittingi *Much Beautiful Beach in Padang-Painan-Pariaman *Big Mosque West Sumatera,In Padang Mentawai Island And Much More Beautiful Place Have a Nice Trip My Brothers Keep Healthy Keep Enjoy!!
Respect the culture as we are living in community. We like to keep as is. Every province in Indonesia has the own customs and languages. I was born there and I am proud of it.
You missed a historical building in Kesawan. The office of London Sumatera plc. Inside there's an elevator which was built in 1910 and still functioning today. You can go inside the building & take a ride in the elevator. It's free.
@@JasonBillamTravel Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
The people are very friendly without wanting to sell anything to you - that's cool. The bits of the city you showed us is pretty clean. All I have ever heard about Medan is that it gets rocked by earth tremors.
So nice to see you in Medan a city I have lived in pre tsunami. The Tip Top was my fave resto with it's old charm as you mentioned. There used to be a night market on that street too. I lived in Banda Aceh the Grand Mosque is better there, so you will enjoy it. Make sure you go the beach area of Lhok Nga and visit Joels Bungalows on a fantastic beach. Joel used to live in Italy and speaks perfect English. Lake Toba is cool and so is Bukit Lawang for the orangutangs. If you want to go somewhere remote try Simeulue Island (where I built the first beach resort), Banyak Islands, Nias and the Mentawai Islands. Most tourists are surfers as Sumatra has the best surfing spots in the world. Salamat Jalan
@@JasonBillamTravel Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
Medan is my hometown, thank you for having such a generous opinion about it. But Medan is no longer a safe city now, so be careful with your belongings. Indonesian food is very delicious, its natural views are breathtaking, its people welcoming, but it is because there were not many Western Country foreigners to ever visit this place. Originally, Indonesia is a warm and friendly country, but it bears many signs of radicalism nowadays, especially regarding religious sentiment, which is a reason I would kindly ask you to consider before visiting this kind of country in the future. I honestly was apprehensive about your safety. You may want to experience some thrilling adventure, but there are many more safer places around the world to visit. Hope you have a safe and pleasant trip wherever you are going. 🙂
Hi Jason, could you please recommend where in Sumatra is the best for holiday with kids? Thank you so much and thank you for all your videos. All of them are absolutely amazing 😻
Sumatra is quite off the beaten path but if they are adventurous, then I think both Lake Toba and possibly a Bukit Lawang day trip into the rainforest could be a good choice.
Minute 11:18 Just missed a rather large (Buddhist?) temple there. Curious what it is. Also, I heard there is a catholic church in Medan with unique & stunning architecture, that looks like a combination of a church, a temple & a mosque.
Have you considered visiting the Andaman and Nicobar Islands as your next destination? Not sure whether there are any boats or flights available from Bandar Aceh for travel to Andaman Islands however!
At the end you described Aceh as a place where Shariah Law still exists. I'm not sure if you are aware of this or not, but Aceh has only had Shariah Law for about 20 years. The way that you phrased it sounds a little strange because nowhere else in the country had it in the past.
Next exploring to see orang utan in bukit Lawang north Sumatra, lake Toba Samosir north Sumatra, Sabang in Aceh,batam, Gili Trawangan Lombok, and labuan bajo 🏝️ komodo dragon island in Flores INDONESIAN ❤️❤️🇮🇩
PLEASE DON'T SKIP LAKE TOBA while you're in North Sumatera. You'll be amazed! North Sumatera, Aceh, and West Sumatera are rich in nature and culture. They're heavens of Sumatera. So, if you have time, please continue your journey to the West Sumatera. Anyway, despite the grand mosque you saw and the Moslem girls you met, North Sumatera is actually home to many Christians. Most Bataknese are Christians, but yes there is Moslem Bataknese and Karo. North Sumatera is one of few provinces in Indonesia where pork are widely spread and served.
How fascinating to see Medan and I'm looking forward to Toba. Please, please be super eco-conscious with the orangutan tour. Some operators exploit them to make money from tourists. So much better watching these more unusual places. Ad you know, there are 1000s of Bali videos. I've never been to Sumatra but plan to. Try Nias Island...a super well known, but remote, surfing paradise.
@@JasonBillamTravel Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
Medan is kinda 'undervalued' and 'overlooked' by current stream of tourism but I can't blamed tourism industries bc gov has not 'push' it in a big way like in #Penang or #Thailand #POV
hi Jason. you are a world traveller i really appreciate that. i don't have that much money for treveling. can i know how you do it. . i mean finances are important.
lots of Indian influence can be found in Indonesia even today. The name Indonesia means "Indian islands". picture of Lord Ganesha, one of the most popular deity in India was inscribed on the 20,000 rupiah note of Indonesia. Indian currency also called Rupiah in Hindi. Indonesian Airlines is called Garuda which is an Indian deity. lots of ancient Hindu and Buddhist temples getting unearthed in Indonesia. Bali is an Indian name. Bali has 87% Hindu population. In past whole Indonesia was Hindu but now Hindus are left in Bali only.
Looking forward to your culinary adventure. Medan is the melting pot of Batak, Karo, Malay, Chinese, Tamil, Javanese, etc. You will be spoiled with choices.
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What a lovely place and beautiful people. The voices you can hear outside of the prayer times are of people learning the Qur'an. This is pengajian. When you get someone with a melodic voice, it really is beautiful. Thanks for posting one of my favourite places to visit.
Wow the people are extremely nice and friendly there :D
Extremely!
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Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
yeah because he's a Bule (white guy). don't think that that's how they behave in their daily lives. in fact Sumatra is well known to be dangerous. Indonesians love to act nice and friendly for youtube/tiktok, but many of them are rotten. And you haven't got a clue how badly they treat and view women. I say this as an indonesian who moved abroad
Thank you for the initial insight into Indonesia.
Like your other viewers, I'm looking forward to your trip. The friendly cat (tail up) was clearly a great purr-sonality, having much to say. Banda Aceh should be amazing!
Welcome back to Indonesia.....have fun exploring Sumatera...stay safe and healthy...
Thank you!
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Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
It’s refreshing to watch quality vlogs of lesser known places!
Wow the people are extremely nice and friendly there, unlike UK
Jason, we have communicated before since I first saw your videos in the Sahara Desert in Tunisia where I visited as a traveller in 1973. Two years later after having hitch hiked all over Europe and as a Dutch Australian I left Holland in January 1975 and spent a year travelling overland along the hippie trail back to Australia. Along the way I was advised to go to Lake Toba to hang out on the island and rest and recuperate before travelling the full length of Sumatra and Java etc but having run out of money I never achieved this dream. And now being aware of geology and the history of the supervolcano eruption of Lake Toba 74,000 years ago you have reinspired me to go there, now as a 72 year old, following your videos. I would suggest that you find out more of this spectacular eruption for you to appreciate even more your proposed visit to Lake Toba and Samosir Island and to stay in one of the long houses there. Btw I am also inspired to travel Japan and to follow your videos especially Kyoto and the temples and forests during the autumn leaves colour season next year. Your videos are absolutely wonderful. I watch them all. Good luck with your future travels.
I’ve always enjoyed reading your detailed comments over the years. It’s a shame you couldn’t fit in Sumatra and Java but there’s still time. Yes, the history of the eruption is worth investigating and telling - something I will aim to do.
Japan (especially Kyoto) is beautiful, and I’m sure you’ll have a memorable time there.
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Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
Medan is a very interesting city, we loved it when we visited. Please visit Lake Toba, Bukittinggi (Fort DeKock, Hatta Musuem birthplace of the Vice President of Indonesian). We went white water rafting in Pagaralam, also there is trekking at Pagaralam neat Mount Dempo, Palembang was a nice city and don't forget Bandar Lampung. Getting to Pagaralam was a bit difficult because its not a big city and not too many buses used to go there. If you can't make it to the south, try to visit Bukittinggi, Padang and the surrounding areas of Lake Toba. There is a waterfall worth visiting although getting around, you will probably need to hire a motorbike. Roads were a bit rough as well. Anyway, loved your video as always. Love & respect from Bangladesh.
Thanks for the pointers!
@@JasonBillamTravel you are MOST welcome, my brother!!!
Wow, if you are a food lover to Indonesia the right choice because Indonesia has more than 5000 traditional foods and with an area of about 1.9 million km, 700 more languages and thousands more cultures, and with thousands of megalithic places before Christ, I hope you not only go to Sumatra but explore other islands also not only to Bali, there are so many incredible natural landscapes in Indonesia even snowy places. And I would like to give some references to TH-cam channels of foreigners living in Indonesia who might be able to help your trip (Kristian Hansen, Sam Indowild, the Lost Boys, Bule Bolang, Gypsy in Sneakers, Laurence Benson, Buaya barat, scoopy gang, Bags Packed Family) actually still quite a lot but this in my opinion is enough and one of them is from England too. Have fun in Indonesia..
Jason, I cannot begin to adequately express just how much I am enjoying your videos from all of these very diverse climates and cultures! Thailand, and now Indonesia, are both so unique and fascinating to experience, through your own perspective and commentary. Thanks again for all of your diligent efforts to share with your followers! Cheers!!!
I’m happy to hear that!
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Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
Great. One of the first places I travelled to alone to in 1994. Came by boat from Penang! Nice to see the difference 30 years later. Sumatra is so nice and interesting. Berastagi and Lake Toba are must visit places.
Wow, now that’s a way to arrive. I wonder if it’s still possible to do that today?
Thanks for the recommendations. Lake Toba is a certainty - I’ll look into Berastagi.
no@@JasonBillamTravel No it isn't.
What's different?
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Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
You can travel to Medan by boat from Batam, which is just south of Singapore. The journey takes 26 hrs or so and is really a slice of life. Can also take boats from Melaka and Port Dickson to Dumai.
Indonesia one place id like to visit, thanks for showing us some really good areas and see how friendly the people are there. Always good to watch your vidoes. Thank you and stay safe.
Welcome to indonesia bro. Enjoy your days in medan,sumatera utara. There are many places you can visit in medan. Night tour you can go to kesawan square for fun entertainment and enjoy many foods. Also if you like clubbing, you can go to F1. If you want to see many young people at night you can go to warkop harapan, warkop gajah mada, warkop multatuli, dokter mansur, teladan.
For Shopping center you can go to millenium plaza, palladium square, medan mall, thamrin plaza, sambu, carefour, petisah.
What about parks?
The people are all so friendly! The cat, not so much. 😼 Enjoy the rest of your trip!
Hahaha true
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Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
Nah, the cat I think want to get attention by him by just pet ir some food 😹
Hi Jason I would strongly recommend the city of Bukittinggi, Sianok Canyon, The Harau Valley and then the city of Padang for it’s famous Padang food. All some of the best places in Sumatra and Indonesia as a whole. Great video
Yes, West Sumatera is an underrated heaven! It has a complete package for tourism from nature, culture, food, architecture, etc.
Perfect - thank you. I will take them into account. Sumatra is just so enormous that it’s going to be a challenge to fit everything into 30 days. All the more reason to come back.
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Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
That was a great video of Medan. I have never heard of this city.
Everyone is humnle and friendly. Really nice of you Jason to
Show us this city. Can hardly wait for the next video there
Thanks!
medan is a largest metropolitan in Sumatra island .
I disagree with having specified visiting hours for the mosque; it should be open at all times. Visitors should feel welcome to stay in the mosque for as long as they wish
Istiqlal, first time? 😅
Exactly.
Giving them an actual chance to explore more about the faith.
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@@Samual.adis.Najmaniso what about when they pray? They just walk in and stand around there making noises?
@@BUWEdits What do you mean?
Enjoy❤ Great content Jason 👏🏼
Hi Jason… I’m from Medan and thank you for making a nice video of the city 😍👍🏽. Let ke know if you need help next time you are in the city.
Welcome back Jason! Definitely should go to West Sumatra for culinary experiences....Harau valley and Bukittinggi are great places to visit there
Thank you!
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Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
welcome back to Indonesia Jason, hope you have an amazing adventure 😁
Thank you for the tour , I was born and have lived in Sumatera Utara, Medan for almost 40 years but I haven't visited this palace.
Oh wow, you have 4K option now! Nice! Also, Jason is jaywalking. Hahaha! Kidding!
Great narrating!, your brave guy!!
Love this video! The haircut is great!
Thx a lot Jason for your inspiration. We will do the same route in 4 weeks. Love your vlogs a lot! Greetings from germany
Beristagi on the way to Toba is great. climb Sibayak volcano and hot springs, visit Lumbini temple. We also went to Tangakhan near Bukit lewang but much more relaxed and quiet. have fun.
Lovely building. Friendly young people. Enjoy the sites, people and food!
The call to prayer is lovely. Very nice room, great price. Your guesthouse appears very peaceful. You always post such interesting videos, I learn a lot from you.
Happy to hear that. Loved the guest house!
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Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
It will be really interesting to see what Banda Aceh is like now
You're content is always appreciated and Beautiful! Keep them coming!
Thank you!
I had a great time there back in 2018.
Your a chill guy, hopefully you will to have a great time.
Nice, beautiful and quality vlog!
Thank you
I love how you storytelling, finally you come to Indonesia.can't wait fo the next indonesian series
Happy to hear that!
Welcome to Indonesia. Have fun and later you will feel so friendly, polite to foreigners and that is the characteristic of Indonesian people.
But it's not like that in Jakarta is it?
Thanks for your vlog Medan,. I am Medan residents
Welcome back to Indonesia
Hi Jason!, glad to hear that you are in my City Medan.hope you could explore street food in Medan. I note also that you will make trip to Banda Aceh by Bus, I would recommend you to use JRG (Jasa Rahayu Gampong) as best Bus service to Banda Aceh, There are many of type services you could choose. much hope you will be enjoy during in Sumatra.
Visit West Sumatera,Indonesia
Brother..Have a nice day👍
In West Sumatera You Must Visit
*Puncak Lawang View Maninjau Lake,Kelok/Winding Road 44 in Maninjau
*Kelok 9 Bridge Payakumbuh
*Canyon Sianok in Bukittinggi
*Best Night Street Food and Muzium Minang in Padang Panjang
*Singkarak Lake,Aua Sarumpun-Tanah Datar
*Payagurung Beautiful Palace-Tanah Datar
*Harau Valley in Payakumbuh
*Jam Gadang,Lobang Jepang,Janjang 1000 in Bukittingi
*Much Beautiful Beach in Padang-Painan-Pariaman
*Big Mosque West Sumatera,In Padang
Mentawai Island
And Much More Beautiful Place
Have a Nice Trip My Brothers
Keep Healthy Keep Enjoy!!
Lovely vedio,Thankyou so much for showing unique place.😮😮😮
Jason is back. Welcome back to Indonesia 🇲🇨 bro
Welcome back to Indonesia jason, enjoy.
Thank you!
hi mate!, at 11:30 there's pedestrian bridge above you 😹, keep it up explore mate!
What a beautiful and friendly place. Inspiring ! (and by the way: nice haircut :-) )
Respect the culture as we are living in community. We like to keep as is. Every province in Indonesia has the own customs and languages. I was born there and I am proud of it.
Those kids are so nice and friendly!
The guest house looks really nice. By the way you suit your hair styled down
In fact, your videos are so desirable Jason ! I invite you to visit my country Sri Lanka too in the future.
I’m sure I’ll make it there at some point. I’ve been meaning to visit for years!
You missed a historical building in Kesawan. The office of London Sumatera plc.
Inside there's an elevator which was built in 1910 and still functioning today.
You can go inside the building & take a ride in the elevator. It's free.
Welcome to Medan. Stay n'joy. you can go to lake Toba by bus & travel. Be ware bee happy!
Klakson d medan Kaya di prindavan
Kota yang aman kota medan penuh kebudayaan sumatra ....semoga dapat pergi ke medan ..❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉
batman waiting you
Selamat datang di Indonesia Sumatra yang indah 🇮🇩🇮🇩🥳🇮🇩🥳🇮🇩🥳🥳🥳🇮🇩🥳🥳🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🥳🥳🥳🇮🇩🇮🇩🥳🥳🥳🇮🇩🇮🇩🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩
Terima kasih!
@@JasonBillamTravel
Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
Like you said. Banda Aceh seems so interesting. I regret not going there back in 1994.
terimakasih telah berkunjung ke negara ku indonesia.
Looking forward to more destinations which are lesser known! :)
Lots coming on this trip!
Medan kota yg indah ,medan surga kuliner di Indonesia
Sir if you go to Medan, don't forget to visit lake toba. One of most best tourism in Indonesia
The people are very friendly without wanting to sell anything to you - that's cool.
The bits of the city you showed us is pretty clean.
All I have ever heard about Medan is that it gets rocked by earth tremors.
Very much so! I didn’t experience any tremors whilst there.
@@JasonBillamTravel Thanks Jason.
Medan belom pernah ada gempa bumi. Mungkin maksudnya di kota padang yang pernah ada gempa bumi cukup dahsyat.
So nice to see you in Medan a city I have lived in pre tsunami. The Tip Top was my fave resto with it's old charm as you mentioned. There used to be a night market on that street too. I lived in Banda Aceh the Grand Mosque is better there, so you will enjoy it. Make sure you go the beach area of Lhok Nga and visit Joels Bungalows on a fantastic beach. Joel used to live in Italy and speaks perfect English. Lake Toba is cool and so is Bukit Lawang for the orangutangs. If you want to go somewhere remote try Simeulue Island (where I built the first beach resort), Banyak Islands, Nias and the Mentawai Islands. Most tourists are surfers as Sumatra has the best surfing spots in the world. Salamat Jalan
Fantastic recommendations - thank you. Seems like you know the place very well so I will trust these pointers!
@@JasonBillamTravel
Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
In Sumatra, go to Padang City and Bandar Lampung City,. Lot of beaches and islands there mainly in Krui
Bons travaux. Bravo mon ami ~ !
My advice: Get out of Medan ASAP and get into the countryside. Not because Medan is bad, but because the countryside in that area is awesome.
How to get to countryside and where should I go to get to the countryside? Is there a city? Thank you. I want to go to the country side 🙏🏼
Min 4:30 you passed the Best Soto in Medan and min 4:37 you passed the Best Nasi Padang in Medan
Bro be careful when you traveling in Medan, bcoz this city is known as Gotham city of Indonesia 😅
yaelahhhh.. komentar kayak gitu sich gak mempan bagi org bule 🤣🤣🤣
Medan is my hometown, thank you for having such a generous opinion about it. But Medan is no longer a safe city now, so be careful with your belongings.
Indonesian food is very delicious, its natural views are breathtaking, its people welcoming, but it is because there were not many Western Country foreigners to ever visit this place.
Originally, Indonesia is a warm and friendly country, but it bears many signs of radicalism nowadays, especially regarding religious sentiment, which is a reason I would kindly ask you to consider before visiting this kind of country in the future. I honestly was apprehensive about your safety.
You may want to experience some thrilling adventure, but there are many more safer places around the world to visit.
Hope you have a safe and pleasant trip wherever you are going. 🙂
10:38 kucingnya jinak 🤩🤩
Very nice video Jason.
Glad to know!
I had been there in 2016, I think it will be much much different now.
The old buildings in Medan were constructed by the Dutch when they ruled over Indonesia until 1949.
Hi Wellcome To My City in MEDAN , enjoy you next trip in Aceh , i'm the people Beside You when you trip with Putra pelangi BUS.🎉😂
Hahaha thank you!
Can you suggest area in the country side out of Medan to visit? How to get there and what are the cities? Thank you
Please go to BUKIT LAWANG at north sumatras..
Hi Jason, could you please recommend where in Sumatra is the best for holiday with kids? Thank you so much and thank you for all your videos. All of them are absolutely amazing 😻
Sumatra is quite off the beaten path but if they are adventurous, then I think both Lake Toba and possibly a Bukit Lawang day trip into the rainforest could be a good choice.
Minute 11:18 Just missed a rather large (Buddhist?) temple there. Curious what it is. Also, I heard there is a catholic church in Medan with unique & stunning architecture, that looks like a combination of a church, a temple & a mosque.
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The church (the one that looks like a Hindhu temple) is called Graha Bunda Maria Annai Velangkanni.
I'm going to Medan in just two weeks. Planning to also visit Brestagi. If anyone has tips please let me know. I'm still looking for hotels.
just stay at grand mutiara, it's pretty modest there.
Have you considered visiting the Andaman and Nicobar Islands as your next destination? Not sure whether there are any boats or flights available from Bandar Aceh for travel to Andaman Islands however!
next trip: sentinel island.
Nope. They might look close on a map, but there is way to get there directly from Indonesia.
Welcomed by a bunch of kids saying "Hi, guys" at the opening was .... something else. 😅
Jason, are you planning any tours next year?
LOVE FROM china Muslim，i wish i can vist and invest Medan future！
My hometown ❤❤❤
I would like to go to the country side outside of Medan. Can you suggest areas to go and how to get there? Thank you 🙏🏼
Horas, welcome to Medan
At the end you described Aceh as a place where Shariah Law still exists. I'm not sure if you are aware of this or not, but Aceh has only had Shariah Law for about 20 years. The way that you phrased it sounds a little strange because nowhere else in the country had it in the past.
I don't think it needs sharia law anymore.
There's no more crusaders.
Next exploring to see orang utan in bukit Lawang north Sumatra, lake Toba Samosir north Sumatra, Sabang in Aceh,batam, Gili Trawangan Lombok, and labuan bajo 🏝️ komodo dragon island in Flores INDONESIAN ❤️❤️🇮🇩
Thanks again John in Chicago
Jason, it seems like you were wearing a thick shirt. Isn’t the weather super hot and humid?
Kota kelahiranku ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I would like to go to the countryside of Medan. How to get there and what are the areas? Are there smaller cities? Thank you 🙏🏼
You must visit belitung islands, batam islands, tana toraja
I could suggest you somewhere to visit in Sumatra and Java, also Indonesia
PLEASE DON'T SKIP LAKE TOBA while you're in North Sumatera. You'll be amazed! North Sumatera, Aceh, and West Sumatera are rich in nature and culture. They're heavens of Sumatera. So, if you have time, please continue your journey to the West Sumatera.
Anyway, despite the grand mosque you saw and the Moslem girls you met, North Sumatera is actually home to many Christians. Most Bataknese are Christians, but yes there is Moslem Bataknese and Karo. North Sumatera is one of few provinces in Indonesia where pork are widely spread and served.
What about rest of Sumatra?
How fascinating to see Medan and I'm looking forward to Toba. Please, please be super eco-conscious with the orangutan tour. Some operators exploit them to make money from tourists.
So much better watching these more unusual places. Ad you know, there are 1000s of Bali videos.
I've never been to Sumatra but plan to. Try Nias Island...a super well known, but remote, surfing paradise.
Yes, I’m looking to do it with the most eco friendly people I can find. Nias island sounds interesting.
@@JasonBillamTravel
Also try traveling to Aceh, the tip of Sumatra, also try traveling to Bengkulu, Jambi, Sumatra, a wide and big country, and try traveling to Pelembang and Lampung, bro, those are the names of Sumatran cities, bro, enjoy the nature of Perowinsi, the name of the area, bro, you have to try it. bro, while you're still in Sumatra, bro, enjoy the beautiful nature of Sumatra 😎😎😎
What is good area to stay in Medan to meet more locals? To make friends? Thank you 🙏🏼
Medan is kinda 'undervalued' and 'overlooked' by current stream of tourism but I can't blamed tourism industries bc gov has not 'push' it in a big way like in #Penang or #Thailand #POV
Saya menunggu vidio anda di banda aceh .. kota teraman di indonesia .. kasus kriminal sangat kecil di aceh.
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Please feel soto medan and test drink coffee gayo at Agam coffee shop you can feel the real medan
hi Jason. you are a world traveller i really appreciate that. i don't have that much money for treveling. can i know how you do it. . i mean finances are important.
Jason 👍
lots of Indian influence can be found in Indonesia even today. The name Indonesia means "Indian islands". picture of Lord Ganesha, one of the most popular deity in India was inscribed on the 20,000 rupiah note of Indonesia. Indian currency also called Rupiah in Hindi. Indonesian Airlines is called Garuda which is an Indian deity. lots of ancient Hindu and Buddhist temples getting unearthed in Indonesia. Bali is an Indian name. Bali has 87% Hindu population. In past whole Indonesia was Hindu but now Hindus are left in Bali only.
But Indonesia is clean, safe, organise, peacefull, respectfull with friendly people.
There is an Indian ethnic minority in some Indonesian cities outside of Bali. I believe Medan has one of the largest and the majority are Hindhus.
@@AliMahamatHissein-e4b
oh yeah clean😒
India terlalu kotor banyak sampah bau & tingginya kasus pemerkosaan terhadap perempuan mengerikan , Indonesia jauh lebih bersih teratur & modern .
I wonder you can check whether there are ferrries between George town ( Penang , Malaysia) to Medan
They discontinued them because the flights were so cheap
Looking forward to your culinary adventure. Medan is the melting pot of Batak, Karo, Malay, Chinese, Tamil, Javanese, etc. You will be spoiled with choices.
But most melting to the same thing, no?
@@Samual.adis.Najmani no. There is a Little India street in Medan. Chinese presence is also visible.
welcome bro to indonesia explore Bandung again or Garut by public transportation