SUMATRA SURPRISE! + Medan Budget & Luxury Hotels, Condos & City Tour, Sumatra Indonesia

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  • čas přidán 21. 12. 2022
  • Finally, made my way back to stunning Sumatra Indonesia after 20 years... what's changed? Let's see, starting with Medan...
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    Happy SideTrips All :)
    STL

Komentáře • 113

  • @SideTripLife
    @SideTripLife  Před rokem +4

    Buy me a coffee: bit.ly/3Le6Ex8
    PART 1: Medan Surprise: czcams.com/video/_ryA7zm0lEQ/video.html
    PART 2: Road To Toba: czcams.com/video/I_p-PLQo5CM/video.html
    PART 3: Tuk Tuk Samosir: czcams.com/video/E_HO4RFs3ss/video.html
    PART 4: TOP Beach in Asia: czcams.com/video/ZUEeF5qIH3o/video.html
    PART 5: Kaldera Escape! czcams.com/video/Yl7ZgMk46K8/video.html
    Flights: bit.ly/3STHLvf
    Hotels: www.agoda.com/hotels-near-lake-toba/attractions/pematangsiantar-id.html?cid=1898974
    Happy SideTrips all
    Cheers, STL

  • @grahamfraser5938
    @grahamfraser5938 Před 6 měsíci +10

    Is it just me or have you noticed that we people from the west who think that we are so first world and advanced of countries like Sumatra.
    You hop off the plane and you're confronted by a great looking and modern airport. Then go to the train station and you realise that the trains are more modern and comfortable than what you have at home and with no graffiti.
    Then you arrive at the mall and realise that it hands down beats the malls back home.
    Then you go to the motel and discover that it is equal to the best of what you have back home but then realise that the room tariff is only about 10% or less than what you would be charged back at home.
    Suddenly you realise that the west has become stagnant while the countries that we considered third world have quietly surpassed us and left us in their wake.
    When we go over there thinking that we are so hollier than thou it must be one hell of a reality check.
    Thankyou STL for opening my eyes to the wonderful options and opportunities that awaits those who are willing to live outside the box.😁

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před 6 měsíci +1

      On the last day before a new year, perhaps the finest observation and most spot-on comment of 2023. Cheers! STL

  • @mauihowey
    @mauihowey Před rokem +25

    I would rather take the train then a bus or taxi, definitely a better view and more space……the malls and shops look ultra modern, Hotel room looked very nice for $18 and even the Marriott was reasonably priced…..nice and informative video today STL

  • @wahyupratama3339
    @wahyupratama3339 Před rokem +7

    Welcome to medan city, indonesia🇮🇩

  • @flighteye6642
    @flighteye6642 Před rokem +15

    wow, hadn't heard of Medan. Been to 45 countries and even Bali/Jakarta 3 times. ....and has more modern transit and shopping than here in Canada.

    • @jesusiscomingsoon625
      @jesusiscomingsoon625 Před 9 měsíci

      i must try..

    • @sebastianhamilton5892
      @sebastianhamilton5892 Před 4 měsíci

      You're right about public transit in Canada. Toronto's TTC was a real marvel up until about 50 years ago, but hasn't kept up since.

  • @MrSkiggy
    @MrSkiggy Před rokem +16

    Medan?
    One minute you’re in South Lombok, next you’re in North Sumatra.
    It’s interesting to see the good food prices (nasi goreng 16k) in a non touristy town like Medan compared to just about anywhere in touristy Bali.
    Doubt I’d ever put Medan on my bucket list but it sure looks like a nice, clean and modern city so far.
    Thanks for the insight.

    • @ian7033-qj9wg
      @ian7033-qj9wg Před rokem

      I go through Medan all the time, it has improved over the years but you are definitely seeing the best part of it.

  • @LGandM
    @LGandM Před rokem +4

    This was really interesting, and eye opening. I never had any idea this city existed (never really been interested in Indonesia). Thanks for broadening my horizons. aka JG in TX

  • @ForRiel
    @ForRiel Před rokem +10

    Really enjoyed this! The room looked to be very comfortable and well-priced. 🍺✈️🏝

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před rokem

      Thanks! Also congrats on 10k! Really enjoyed your recent Siem Reap apartments vid too, excellent! Any looking in, for Cambodia info & more pls have a look at 'For Riel' channel :) STL

  • @justthefactsjack456
    @justthefactsjack456 Před rokem +5

    Thanks STL!!! My first video look at Samatra ever. Great information as usual from you. Keep them coming please:)

  • @antruok4950
    @antruok4950 Před rokem +5

    Nice work mate 👌🍻👍🙏🎅

  • @davidburrows7508
    @davidburrows7508 Před rokem +8

    Thanks for your great videos, always looking forward to the latest production you are releasing. Have been a subscriber for several years now and have used many of your recommendations in Thailand for hotel bookings and out of the way destinations.
    Keep up the good work.
    I'm aware of your love of train travel, and hoping you will provide further information about trains through Indonesia.
    November next year I'm planning on going to KL, onto Jakarta and then Sorong. After your first 2 Sumatra videos, I'm considering flying to Medan from KL , catching the train down to Jakarta, so I'm hoping that there may be some further train travel in upcoming videos. Please keep up the good work, I ALWAYS recommend SideTripLife to my friends who are planning on travelling to SE Asia for good tips.
    David B

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před rokem +1

      Thanks David. YES, I absolutely LOVE train travel. But unfortunately the train system in Sumatra isn't connected North thru South, rather separated mini stretches. They do have plans to connect a N to S line in the future though (have a Google 'Sumatra Railway Network'). Perhaps fly from KL to Medan and then Silangit/Toba to Jakarta if time is a factor. Enjoy your upcoming adventure! STL

  • @EdyHarahap-qx4wi
    @EdyHarahap-qx4wi Před 3 měsíci +2

    i've lived there almost all my life. To fair every city has its best part and you're seing it. These are the best part of it, not all but quite representing. This city also has middle lower class and you cant expext fancy and luxurious things but you can always hope for a nice things to find in another meaning. So enjoy your travel, stay safe and dont go out alone at night.

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před 3 měsíci

      For sure I only walked around the downtown core areas which are not representative of the whole city and outskirts (of course;). But I was really amazed at the changes since my last visit, wow! Regarding safety, I did walk around at night (but again only in the central area) and did not feel any sense of danger. I did keep my bag on opposite side of traffic when walking (as usual) and also kept an eye out for 'suspicious' behaviour but encountered no issues. However, I have read that 'Begals' are increasing along with drug users (scourge of the West and my home of Vancouver as well). Thus it makes sense to be extra careful particularly late at night and alone (again, in my city too, sadly). I still absolutely LOVE Medan and it's 99.9% lovely people too and will return! STL

    • @EdyHarahap-qx4wi
      @EdyHarahap-qx4wi Před 3 měsíci +1

      @ Actually i'm amazed too, the city developing very fast since the airport got moved. Some ppl said that it was the major prob at that time. Since the airport is right in the middle of the city they cannot get permission to build tall buildings from the government. So it really hinders the development of the city. However for those who want to travel to Medan its a big city, you can find a lot of nice things. Everything in these video are just as good as it is. I believe everyone will enjoy visiting the city, but again as a good friend i'll ask everyone to keep safe and not wandering alone at late night because not everyone is good and begal is true. We dont want anyone to be a victim esp if they are foreigner. Thank you for replying and also for this amazing video of city. Gbu brother.

  • @jimhollands1285
    @jimhollands1285 Před rokem +2

    That was a rocking video. Wow so much information. Who would have thought in a place most people have never heard of. Thamks

  • @MYWRoso
    @MYWRoso Před 8 měsíci +1

    MEDAN changes very fast and looks very attractive through your camera ❤

  • @lkm5462
    @lkm5462 Před rokem +3

    What a nice easy arrival and walkabout

  • @sktoh4469
    @sktoh4469 Před rokem +3

    Wow. So modern.

  • @tettorn
    @tettorn Před rokem +3

    Thanks I plan to travel to Medan 😊

  • @SheilaS-pn5bt
    @SheilaS-pn5bt Před rokem +1

    Wow, checking into this for next winter now!

  • @billblunden1549
    @billblunden1549 Před rokem +2

    Rock solid Sidetrip, another masterpiece.

  • @ambarwulan5655
    @ambarwulan5655 Před 3 měsíci

    Thanks for coming. Back again

  • @lizcarlyle2477
    @lizcarlyle2477 Před rokem +3

    Hello from CA & wow Medan rocks! Thanks 4 great video!Love the food! I traveled in Sumatra & met great people! Hope 2do it again. Now we have the incredible train🚆

  • @trendiestiktok8722
    @trendiestiktok8722 Před rokem +2

    happy enjoy in our city!

  • @vyacheslavdubrovin3337
    @vyacheslavdubrovin3337 Před rokem +3

    Wonderful!

  • @alpertungaarslan2869
    @alpertungaarslan2869 Před 15 dny

    Awesome video. Thank you for sharing your experiences. We will visit there next week from Turkiye 🇹🇷

  • @debbiemartin4111
    @debbiemartin4111 Před rokem +2

    Hope you are having a lovely Christmas

  • @nontontvmedan
    @nontontvmedan Před 9 měsíci +1

    This is a good video, thank you for stopping by the city of Medan.👍

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před 9 měsíci

      LOVED Medan & I'll be back (in Indonesia now, see latest vids;) Btw, any looking in, for a MUCH better view of Kota Medan, pls click @serbamedan channel :)

  • @ExploringSumatra
    @ExploringSumatra Před rokem +6

    Welcome back to Sumatra! Look forward to seeing more of your travels. Will you head to Lake Toba?

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před rokem

      Thanks for commenting (I just subbed to your channel). Any looking in and interested in Lake Toba, pls have a look at Agung & Carly's wonderful channel and let's help them get to 1000 subs!. My Toba vids are coming, mind you a bit delayed due to a faulty HD (thankfully footage recovered). So forgive me for that plus my 'tourist' perspective (lol). You're so fortunate to live at Lake Toba, easily my fav destination in all SE Asia. Cheers, STL

    • @ExploringSumatra
      @ExploringSumatra Před rokem

      @@SideTripLife Hey - thanks so much for the sub and the shoutout! Much appreciated. Glad to hear there's some Toba content on the way - always love to see this place from every angle. So glad you managed to recover the footage eventually! Totally forgiven for the delay - and of course the 'tourist' perspective; that's what we love to see - visitors experiencing this special place from their own point of view. We are really lucky to live here - something that was a decade in the making and still feels too good to be true. Happy travels :)

  • @lakeyfirmansyahraux4041
    @lakeyfirmansyahraux4041 Před rokem +4

    bajaj is usually known in jakarta areas, becak is more common all across in cities in indonesia

  • @andrewt1204
    @andrewt1204 Před rokem +2

    Just wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas and happy new year buddy. Keep safe and stay healthy, CHEERS. P.S., YES, Snowcouver will be Raincouver by Christmas day, so another typical green wet Christmas here at home. Can't tell you how much I wish I was on that side of the world right now, LOL

  • @MustRiseAgain
    @MustRiseAgain Před 4 měsíci

    Going here soon!

  • @senjahari8941
    @senjahari8941 Před rokem +3

    This is north Sumatera province.. More destintions.. Nias island ( new bali), lake Toba etc

  • @lorraine725
    @lorraine725 Před rokem +2

    medan mall looks way better than the mall here in albuquerque haha

  • @shirleyboy8859
    @shirleyboy8859 Před rokem +4

    I used to have a Fantastic job working in F1.... But it pails into Insignificants against what you do for a living... Keep up the good work STL.... :-)))

  • @andy-travels2345
    @andy-travels2345 Před rokem +2

    hi,, Medan looks like a kool place,, enjoy😀👍🙏

  • @somanet5322
    @somanet5322 Před 12 dny

    Every evening you take me places my friend - you are a good travel companion. Wishing you safe travel. 😊

  • @cintadamai8545
    @cintadamai8545 Před rokem +5

    I hope you go to other Southeast Asian countries after Indonesia

  • @irfanpj341
    @irfanpj341 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for explore medan city❤

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před rokem +2

      My pleasure, nice people, nice city 😊

  • @shintadwianggraeny4889
    @shintadwianggraeny4889 Před rokem +1

    Mostly i love your videos, very informative and give clear review, Thankss 😊

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před rokem

      Terima kasih will be back in Indonesia soon too!

  • @WWEHighlights603
    @WWEHighlights603 Před rokem +5

    Bajaj is the Name of Manufacturer of Affordable and High Mileage Bikes based in India. Hence They also call Bajaj to Tuk Tuk 👍🏻

  • @wijayasalim8244
    @wijayasalim8244 Před rokem +4

    medan is modern city like Singapore and KL.

    • @rickyp6815
      @rickyp6815 Před 7 měsíci

      It most certainly is not!

  • @andriardian5386
    @andriardian5386 Před 5 měsíci +1

    MEDAN PEOPLE SO VERY FRIENDLY....

  • @mackiesa3385
    @mackiesa3385 Před rokem +2

    💗💗💗💗

  • @michael140169
    @michael140169 Před rokem +3

    Love your videos, we will be in Medan and dana Toba in less than 2 weeks. If you are still in Sumatra, try to go to Bukit Lawang to see the Orang Utang in the wild. We did it in 2019 and it was great and not very expensive.

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před rokem

      Thanks Michael. Bukit Lawang coming up. Meanwhile, have a wonderful time in stunning Danau Toba

  • @memekinal
    @memekinal Před rokem +6

    visit jakarta bandung surabaya medan etc too 😂

  • @DW_82ight
    @DW_82ight Před 3 měsíci +1

    I am planning to visit my hometown this summer ….after 4 decade since

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před 3 měsíci

      Wow! 4 decades! I can't imagine the feelings you will experience. For my part, I was stunned at the changes in 2 decades since my first visit. I visited the most changed area. However, much of outer-Medan is still the same but changing (and macet/traffic jams etc lol;)

  • @kebundigital4131
    @kebundigital4131 Před rokem

    Luar biasa

  • @Kaimaru06
    @Kaimaru06 Před 5 měsíci

    i am planning to go !! this may

  • @premanando127
    @premanando127 Před rokem +3

    ' hope you go to Nias (was there about 40 years ago)🙂

  • @user-pf9wn3wq2n
    @user-pf9wn3wq2n Před 18 dny

    Medan. Kota kelahiranku ❤

  • @zaenalarifin5817
    @zaenalarifin5817 Před rokem +2

    Kamu harus mencoba pergi ke BATAM bro,,,

  • @ermdehteshamsheikh8487
    @ermdehteshamsheikh8487 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Happy new year kafie sarahnia hai Dhero subhkamna wa badhai hai

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před 6 měsíci

      Lovely message, same to you and your family:)

  • @mackiesa3385
    @mackiesa3385 Před rokem

    😻😻😻

  • @op_jos
    @op_jos Před rokem +1

    WELCOME TO INDONESIA KAK 🇮🇩 😊

  • @changkachoy
    @changkachoy Před 10 měsíci

    nice video ... can see how humBle you are and im guesing you'll get success in Indonesia.

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Thanks Rudy :) Btw, I am back in Indonesia now, love it! New vids coming soon (Sept 2023)

  • @JadedJoe-tk3vm
    @JadedJoe-tk3vm Před 3 měsíci

    7:15 love that😂

  • @NickyDunn
    @NickyDunn Před rokem +1

    Hiya. STL. So informative. Roll on 50K.
    Lovely, she brought you lunch. You earned that beer with all your walking. Great video. Have a lovely weekend.

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před rokem +1

      Thank you Nicky. May Buddy take you on many beautiful walks this year :)

    • @NickyDunn
      @NickyDunn Před rokem

      @@SideTripLife Thank you. Looking forward to your travels

  • @wijayasalim8244
    @wijayasalim8244 Před rokem

    modern city of medan .

  • @chichikarstedt6159
    @chichikarstedt6159 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Medan, my Home City !

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před 5 měsíci

      Loved your home city, will be back!

    • @chichikarstedt6159
      @chichikarstedt6159 Před 5 měsíci

      @@SideTripLife I’m Medanese currently living in Germany 🇩🇪 😉, but I’m sure that Medan will always welcoming you anytime mate!!

  • @park-ev8vr
    @park-ev8vr Před rokem

    💞💞💞

  • @tenminutetravelbreak
    @tenminutetravelbreak Před rokem +1

    Lotte is a big Korean retail chain.

  • @everythingexplored5233
    @everythingexplored5233 Před rokem +2

    Will you be at koh phangan New Year’s Eve full moon party ?

  • @loveiseverything5367
    @loveiseverything5367 Před rokem

    Going there in August haven't been there in 8 years.

  • @umarzabidin
    @umarzabidin Před rokem +2

    Ehh? Thought you're still in lombok? Suddenly Sumatra

  • @camzo2
    @camzo2 Před rokem +1

    What did you do with the bird? Is he okay? Bring him back!

  • @lizcarlyle2477
    @lizcarlyle2477 Před rokem

    Hello from CA. Forgot. Please check out Agung & Carly if your going to Samosir Island in "Exploring Sumatra" youtube. Looking forward to more Sumatran videos!😎

  • @abdulrahmannst
    @abdulrahmannst Před rokem +1

    Becak..in medan

  • @Sambo111
    @Sambo111 Před 5 dny

    Hello did they accept 35USD for the visa on arrival or only 500K rupia? Thanks

  • @joylight9167
    @joylight9167 Před rokem +1

    INTRESTING...NO MONEY CHANGERS AT THE AIRPORT! YOUR VIDEOS ARE SO HELPFUL. EVERY COUNTRY OPERATES A LITTLE DIFFERENT...UNDERSTANDABLY...

  • @wijayasalim8244
    @wijayasalim8244 Před rokem

    tuk tuk is there in medan?

  • @fjdkfdfjdf33
    @fjdkfdfjdf33 Před rokem +2

    Going to see the Orangutans?

  • @bens007
    @bens007 Před rokem

    I want to visit to see the realtor lady so she can take me out for lunch. That would never happen in the west.

  • @astroari
    @astroari Před rokem

    What about enjoying life in Medan. You missed it

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před rokem

      My destination was Lake Toba so only spent a night in Medan. Huge changes from my first visit 20 years before.

  • @leslyannefernandez8458
    @leslyannefernandez8458 Před 2 měsíci

    Pengaturan

  • @leslyannefernandez8458
    @leslyannefernandez8458 Před 2 měsíci

    Elevator

  • @erf1971
    @erf1971 Před rokem

    Unbelievable how we are ripped off in North America (US, Canada) for phone plans!!!

  • @antoniomorais1503
    @antoniomorais1503 Před 4 měsíci

    Hello,
    Great video !
    Are there nice beaches near Medan ?
    Thank you so much

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  Před 4 měsíci

      Sure, here's the TOP beach near Medan: czcams.com/video/ZUEeF5qIH3o/video.html
      And here's some top W Sumatra beaches: czcams.com/video/qkUuEPSbGjU/video.html

    • @DW_82ight
      @DW_82ight Před 3 měsíci

      There are many nicer beaches in Sumatra (South, West, North East, D.I. Aceh) compared with Bali 😊.

  • @mawardiwalker2687
    @mawardiwalker2687 Před 3 měsíci

    Sya heram mall 2 di indonesia tpi org2 dlm nya tak paham dn tk bisa bhasa inggris org indinesia yg bisa bhsa inggris 5% sja

    • @nouvalariski6545
      @nouvalariski6545 Před 3 měsíci

      Ya kan bisa guna translate

    • @adegunawan7285
      @adegunawan7285 Před 2 měsíci

      Klo kau ke indonesia guna bhs indonesia, kok kami pulak yg repot guna bhs asing!

    • @jesusiscomingsoon625
      @jesusiscomingsoon625 Před 2 měsíci

      medan better than other cities for english, even the sim card seller can english,not like in jkt,im very stress in jakarta,no body can english.

  • @bimbimbimbimnello6940

    I THINK PEDICAB SHOULDN'T BE IN THE CITY