Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Bond and Cruising Permits

Currently, nothing seems to be progressing with the bond situation, and there is whispers that there may be a "tracking devise" system implemented, via the Tourism Board. Discussions are still being held in Jakarta, and in all truth, nothing will happen to change the usual formalities of cruising in Indonesia this year. It seems as if the BOND issue has been finally discussed by the powers to be in Jakarta, and this has bought on the discussions of a nationally recognized system. Hopefully, this will stop any Localised misuse of the bond. So, once again...do not pay this bond. Offer to take a photo(of the official or agent attempting to extort you) , or to call Jakarta Customs, and you should find they will quickly back down.
Indonesia truely is a fantastic place, but its politics are not black and white...so be prepared to blur the edges a little. Have fun.....

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