Arriving with the Monsoon: Travels in Indonesia

Indonesia remains one of the most exotic and unfamiliar countries in Southeast Asia to world travelers. The largest archipelago in the world, Indonesia comprises a myriad of cultures and languages. Islands separated by a thirty-minute flight boast starkly distinct flora and fauna. Indonesia maintains a casual balance between convenient facilities and stunning scenery, attracting both comfort-seeking travelers and those in search of adventure.

Arriving with the Monsoon: Travels in Indonesia recounts Michelle Ong's travels through the islands of Java, Bali, and Lombok from September 2005 to June 2006. Encompassing the beginning and end of the monsoon season, this travel narrative explores the historical, social, and cultural aspects of various locations throughout Indonesia.