Big difference between taking holiday and travelling on a budget is how your days are spent. This is directly related to the level of relaxation involved. On holiday, activities are generally less strenuous or done in moderation. Budget travel on the other hand can be tiring. Days are spent either travelling to or exploring a destination. There is usually a lot of walking involved, aside from more optional activities such as hiking or cycling. You’ll be carrying a backpack some of the time. It may be hot, dusty or both.
2. My own experiences
a. Planetarium
Location: Taman Ismail Marzuki, Central Jakarta
Entrance Fee: 12.000IDR for an adult / 7.000 IDR for a student
This place is highly recommended for those who like stars, galaxies, nebula, or all about sky. I really like this since I was approximately 9 years old. It first happened when I went on a tour with my elementary school. Even though Planetarium itself is now getting obsolete, or maybe boring for kids nowadays, I still choose it as one of my favorite places in Jakarta to visit.
b. Safari Park
Location: Cisarua, Bogor, West Java
Entrance Fee: 140.000-150.000 IDR
And... this is for the ones who love wild animals! At first, I felt sorry for the animals. I used to think about how tired they could be, facing the people, especially the annoying ones. But then again, I become more positive that as long as they are placed in a suitable habitat and fed with appropriate food, they are all okay. Why I do recommend it, is because I am fond of animals (both pets or wild ones) and the place is really comfortable since it is mild and wide so that I can't be mad caused by the crowd.
