Last Minute Bandung Trip during Ramadhan!

Just got back from the most unexpected yet amazing trip to Bandung with my husband and little brother and I’m still smiling about it! It was a totally last-minute plan — no itinerary, no expectations, just vibes. Our only goal was to visit Tangkuban Perahu… but thanks to our incredible driver, Pak Erick, the trip became so much more than that. He wasn’t just a driver, he was our spontaneous local guide! He brought us to some of the best spots in Bandung — from the serene Orchid Park to the fun Floating Market, and even a super cool De-u café with a gorgeous view of the city, and great coffee! It turned into a 12-hour adventure that we’ll never forget. Also, huge shoutout to trip.com! We managed to grab amazing deals on a couple of 4-star hotels (eL Hotel & Mercure Bandung City Center) — two rooms at a great price, all last minute. Since it’s Ramadan, we had a really good sahur at the hotel too. The food was satisfying and the rooms were nice and comfy (except for my brother’s room which had a little issue with the aircond — not ideal). While I probably wouldn’t recommend the hotel itself, I would definitely recommend trip.com if you need to book hotels quickly and affordably for a spontaneous trip! All in all, this unplanned journey ended up being one of the most fun and memorable travel days I’ve had in a while. The panoramic train from Bandung to Jakarta was also very scenic, and comfortable. I thought that it was gonna be hot due to the weather but the aircond power is great so it was a very comfortable 3 hours with a view! (Tho I recommend Whoosh for a time-efficient ride) Grateful for the good company, good food, and good vibes. Oh also the weather is truly amazing ❤️#travel #bandung #whooshtrain #panoramictrain #bandungcafe #bandungcity