Yogyakarta Pt 3
"Grab 28 January 2024: The Great Temple Expedition Plan (or Lack Thereof) After returning from Bukit Bintang, the three of us sat down for a serious discussion—our game plan for the next adventure. The mission? Borobudur and Prambanan temples. The problem? Transport. A quick Grab check showed that a one-way…
Yogyakarta Pt 2
28.01.2024 – Journey to Yogyakarta: Arrival and First Impressions After a six-hour journey on the ARGO DWIPANGGA 10 train, we finally arrived in Yogyakarta. Despite the onboard food offerings, we found ourselves extremely hungry upon disembarking. After a brief rest of about an hour at our hotel, we decided to…
Yogyakarta Pt 1
28.01.2024 - Our journey in Indonesia continued to an exciting new chapter: Yogyakarta. We arrived at Gambir Station around 8:00 AM, eager to depart at 8:50 AM. The check-in process was straightforward. Locals could use facial recognition for a speedy check-in, though we weren\'t sure if it worked for foreigners.…
Intermezzo: Preparations I Made as a Malaysian Traveling Overseas
Traveling overseas can be thrilling but requires thorough preparation. Here’s how I got ready for my trip, making sure everything was set for a smooth adventure: Passport and Visa: Passport: I checked my passport to ensure it was valid for at least six months beyond my travel dates. Luckily, it…
Jakarta Pt 7 (Final)
27.01.2024 - Picking up from where we left off... Ainur and I headed to Grand Indonesia via Grab. True to its name, the mall was massive. I noticed that most malls in Indonesia have strict security checks at the entrance, likely due to past terrorist incidents. Grand Indonesia, one of…
Jakarta Pt 6
27.01.2024 — Our last day in Jakarta, and we decided to go our separate ways to do our own thing. Shahrol took the MRT to explore popular hangout spots, Ainur planned to meet her friend Avia, whom she met during her travels in Europe, and I intended to shop for…
Jakarta Pt 5
26012024: Last night, we slept like logs, completely wiped out from our first day in Jakarta. Our second day promised to be even busier. We kicked off our adventure at 10:30 AM, heading straight to the historical wonders of Kota Tua. Our first stop was Fatahillah Square, where we explored…
Jakarta Pt 4
25012024 After a much-needed rest in our hotel, our stomachs were grumbling loudly, demanding something more substantial than the bread we had earlier. So, we decided to hunt for a hearty meal. The verdict? Nasi Padang. A quick Google search pointed us to Restoran Garuda for a late lunch. Pro…
Jakarta Pt 3
25012024 The much-anticipated day finally arrived, and I couldn\'t contain my excitement for my first-ever flight to Indonesia, our neighboring country. I arrived at KLIA around 8:30 in the morning for my flight scheduled at 11:45 AM. While waiting for my friends to arrive, I grabbed breakfast with my family…
Jakarta Pt 2
20012024 With the blessings of my parents and Dr. secured, I embarked on the next phase of my Jakarta journey. Given the constraints of our respective locations and busy schedules, we resorted to virtual meetings via Google Meet to hash out the details. What\'s more, our planning session took place…
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Si.Baju.Melayu is a little corner of the internet where I share stories from my travels, not to impress, but to reflect. You won’t find luxury resorts or curated checklists here. What you will find are honest moments, quiet streets, local flavours, and the kind of places that don’t always make it to glossy brochures and that’s the beauty of it.
This blog is guided by the spirit of wasatiyah (moderation). I believe in travelling with intention, finding joy in the simple things, and learning from each encounter, whether it’s in my own backyard or a village across the border. Either way, every journey has something to teach. This space is where I collect those lessons, one story at a time.
If you enjoy slow journeys, heartfelt reflections, and the idea that travel doesn’t need to be grand to be meaningful, then you’re in the right place.
