Travel Blog

Batam Travel Stories

Insider guides, local tips, food recommendations, and everything you need to make the most of your Batam trip.

Land on Friday evening, leave Sunday feeling completely refreshed. This itinerary covers beaches, spas, golf, seafood and the six Barelang bridges.

From grilled stingray on the beach to live lobster tanks in Waterfront City, Batam's seafood scene is the island's best-kept culinary secret.

Ferry terminals, ticket prices, immigration tips and the smartest routes for every type of trip. Everything a first-time visitor needs to know.