I was extremely nervous when transiting through Tanjung Pinang last time. Why do you still recommend departures through this terminal ?
Tanjung Pinang is a buzz of activity. If your only experience, previously, of Indonesia has been the antiseptically clean and isolated Lagoi (Bintan Resorts) area, then TP and its ferry terminal will seem scruffy, lively and busy. This can be disconcerting the first time but it is very safe. If it wasn’t we would not recommend it as the departure terminal. Most of the people on Bintan come from other parts of Indonesia (such as Java). Tanjung Pinang is a relatively rich town by Indonesian standards and most people are there to work, and work hard. Of course like any busy transport hub, anywhere in the world, watch out for pick-pockets and make sure that either you or our staff have your luggage at all times!
Tanjung Pinang is a buzz of activity. If your only experience, previously, of Indonesia has been the antiseptically clean and isolated Lagoi (Bintan Resorts) area, then TP and its ferry terminal will seem scruffy, lively and busy. This can be disconcerting the first time but it is very safe. If it wasn’t we would not recommend it as the departure terminal. Most of the people on Bintan come from other parts of Indonesia (such as Java). Tanjung Pinang is a relatively rich town by Indonesian standards and most people are there to work, and work hard. Of course like any busy transport hub, anywhere in the world, watch out for pick-pockets and make sure that either you or our staff have your luggage at all times !
