I’ve been to Indonesia a few times, but admittedly, I always hightail Jakarta, until my recent trip.  I had no choice but to stay in Indonesia’s busy capital since I didn’t book a flight to Bali ahead of time.  I waited a few days to book for a cheaper flight. So since I have 3 or 4 days to spend …

If you hate Manila traffic, try Jakarta. The sprawling capital of Indonesia is the region’s most crowded not to mention the busiest, reason why many tourists hightail this city for the big swells of Bali  or the temples of Yogyakarta.    But don’t fret, because if you’re a culture vulture and a foodie, Jakarta is a melting pot that will …