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Post by sonofbanks on Oct 28, 2009 21:57:02 GMT
Right then ... bit of a problem.. three of us, all season ticket holders flying to Bali for a couple of weeks on Friday, land Jakarta Sat evening, have a choice of a connecting flight to Bali or a night in Jakarta and maby watch the match in Jakarta ??? is the match on in Jakarta if so where????? we will probably miss the game "IF" it is being shown live and we carry on to Bali.
As a side note is there anyone who posts on here who lives out that way who's old man is called Frank P*****y (sp)and used to drive a wagon as his job in Stoke and you won a bit of money for you on the pitch a year or three ago if so get in touch
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Post by mumph on Oct 29, 2009 7:27:34 GMT
It takes a couple of hours to drive into Jkt at night from the airport (weather permitting). The footie will be on the TV in most decent hotel I'd reckon and there are plenty of sports bars in the city that'll have it on.
But - if you are NOT familiar with Jakarta then be advised it is wise to either get good directions from someone who knows where to go and a hotel car or good taxi company (Silverbird or Bluebird when I used to visit Jkt but that is several years ago now).
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Post by kiwistoke on Oct 29, 2009 11:08:23 GMT
Jakarta will def have it on in some of the bars, but would agree get everything sorted in advance. Jakarta is not the tourist hotspot that bali is. Have a mate who lives there and will email him for advice.
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Post by sonofbanks on Oct 29, 2009 11:12:21 GMT
thanks for the replies guys, am looking at the moment to possibly stop at the airport hotel as it looks hassle free after a long journey and take it from there, any other info would be appreciated.
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Post by kiwistoke on Oct 29, 2009 11:14:24 GMT
Emailed my mate and will let you know if I hear anything, your going to have a wicked time but watch those arak attacks ....
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Post by sonofbanks on Oct 29, 2009 11:20:18 GMT
Arak attacks ;D bring em on ;D
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Post by kiwistoke on Oct 29, 2009 11:27:55 GMT
I remember having 3 arak attacks at the sari club and the next thing I remember is being on the back of a moped in my boxers at 4 am driving thru the centre of bali, good times ;-)
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Post by Stephen Frys' Ring on Oct 29, 2009 11:47:47 GMT
I remember having 3 arak attacks at the sari club and the next thing I remember is being on the back of a moped in my boxers at 4 am driving thru the centre of bali, good times ;-) Arak, isn't that the evil local liquor,if so then i remember that,well actually i don't remember much ! Pure eveeeell,if you're a cavalier it will make you a roundhead after 3 glasses ;D ;D ;D ;D  |
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Post by mumph on Oct 29, 2009 12:11:58 GMT
Sheraton Bandara: www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=107 It's a good hotel - I've used it a few times - but obviously near the airport it is 'quiet and polite' not a place for late night mischief. (But, saying that...). Jakarta is a f' good night out - but if you don't know the score then it is potentially dangerous. If you have got mates in town to help or you are familiar then all is cool. But if you are fresh off the boat then be cautious. |
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Post by owdestokie on Oct 29, 2009 12:18:58 GMT
Get yourself into Jakarta  . The hotel Aryaduta for about $80 for the room. Sports bar and within the hotel. Most hotels will have the Premiership on. Simply ask the concierge for advice they will tell you. If you come out the airport (no hotel on site) they will charge $25 for a visa which will carry over to Bali. If you decide to stay as a previous stokie advised catch a "blue or silver bird taxi" only. You can't miss the bluebird taxi office as you come out of the final exit doors. Can't remember the phrase now but as soon as you get there learn how to say "No thanks to much" ;D terimekasi is thank you PS: Bintang (beer) varies 1 bottle has no strength, another can blow yer head off I will be there next May Love Jakarta Love Bali.......Enjoy the people are great |
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. The hotel Aryaduta for about $80 for the room. Sports bar and 
