Batam Info / Interest / Help Thread

[blurblur2032]

Today, one of 💆lady from batam WA me, $130/2hrs full service. Heee no sure whether to go for it

[kbt7046]

Today, one of 💆lady from batam WA me, $130/2hrs full service. Heee no sure whether to go for it

That depends on individual preference. For me, i prefer LT, during pre-Covid period, i used to go to Tg Balai twice every season, staying there between 2 to 4 days at a time, mainly because of long booking hours. I can have the girl i book staying with me for 24 hours a day for 4 days. Unlimited creampie.

[vicocg45]

That depends on individual preference. For me, i prefer LT, during pre-Covid period, i used to go to Tg Balai twice every season, staying there between 2 to 4 days at a time, mainly because of long booking hours. I can have the girl i book staying with me for 24 hours a day for 4 days. Unlimited creampie.

Unlimited creampie? Caps off ah bro, aren't you afraid of stds etc?

[blurblur2032]

That depends on individual preference. For me, i prefer LT, during pre-Covid period, i used to go to Tg Balai twice every season, staying there between 2 to 4 days at a time, mainly because of long booking hours. I can have the girl i book staying with me for 24 hours a day for 4 days. Unlimited creampie.

Wow, that must be expensive. Few thousand? Use calculator on $120/2hr x24x4:eek:

[miumiu6464]

Wow, that must be expensive. Few thousand? Use calculator on $120/2hr x24x4:eek:

Pre-covid, LT boking in Balai and Batam is about 1-1.3 juta for almost 1 day (almost 20 hours) the girl stay with you.

[kbt7046]

Wow, that must be expensive. Few thousand? Use calculator on $120/2hr x24x4:eek:

$150 at most, daddy & mummy can even give discount if booking for 3 or 4 days straight. I rarely change girl, I've go to the same girl everytime I go to Balai for 2 years, during that period of time, I didn't even go to villa, just waiting for my cewek at hotel, giving her between RP6 to RP10 million for 3 or 4 nights which include booking, tips and gifts. So just around $200+ a night, $2000 more than enough for everything. She is young, pretty and sexy and most importantly I can have unlimited creampie with her, never get infected with VD even I fuck her raw for countless times over 2 years.

[muster88]

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/indonesia-lifts-covid-19-test-requirement-vaccinated-inbound-travellers-jokowi-2689696

[deepie]

Great news for those hv money for pussy no money for travelling.

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/indonesia-lifts-covid-19-test-requirement-vaccinated-inbound-travellers-jokowi-2689696

[asiancigar]

Great news for those hv money for pussy no money for travelling.

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/indonesia-lifts-covid-19-test-requirement-vaccinated-inbound-travellers-jokowi-2689696

Does this apply to Batam also.....

[penguin59]

Fellow Singaporeans going to batam/Balai this week onward..... Please behave well while passing through their immigration checkpoint. Last Monday, it's already in Indonesia TV, a group of indonesians were deported from Tanah Merah ferry and terminal will make a complain to SGP Embassy as to why no reason were given to them. Just take care ya. No talking while queuing n no hp, even playing with it or replying messages.... Do not give an opportunity to deport you.
It happen before few years back, when a group of jakarta people were deported... As they are from rich families, they make a complain to the local immigration and many sgporeans were caught off guard. Safe journey n behave well until you are out of their checkpoint. Just my reminder to all fellow sgporeans.

[kbt7046]

Great news for those hv money for pussy no money for travelling.

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/indonesia-lifts-covid-19-test-requirement-vaccinated-inbound-travellers-jokowi-2689696

Now only left travel insurance

[deepie]

Now only left travel insurance

Travel insurance is below $20 with covid coverage for 2 days. For heaven sake

[Xiaolongan]

Planning to go batam soon. Any massage joint for erotic couple massage? By any chance, girls in batam does threesome?

[H0pe1100]

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/indonesia-lifts-covid-19-test-requirement-vaccinated-inbound-travellers-jokowi-2689696

Good news ! :)

[Xgenre]

Last Monday, it's already in Indonesia TV, a group of indonesians were deported from Tanah Merah ferry and terminal will make a complain to SGP Embassy as to why no reason were given to them. Just take care ya.

Reported that he is a preacher with extremist view. Good that he is rejected from entering.

[OnlyLiveOnce]

Good news ! :)

Saw news in the internet but arrived yesterday, a day earlier with ART, insurance and vaccination report by Horizon Ferry to the Habour Bay Terminal. Observed that majority of paxs at the Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal going to Batam were travelling by Sindo, Majestic, etc.. to the Batam Centre Ferry Terminal. On arrival at a fadt etmins trip, procesding of the paxs at the Habour Bay Terminal was orderly and fast but the rebooking of the return ticket, a floor up on the huge complex, was not so simple. You need to complete the Sg Arrival Card before getting a boarding pass. Many of the shops at the huge oomplex were closed due to the covid19 pandemic and there were taxi touts out looking for customers as Gojeks and other drivers were not aølowed in the Habour Bay. We took a taxi at 50k to the coffeeshop opposite BCS for our excellent yam fish soup. We went to BCS Mall, Penuin Market and Batam Grand Mall for some shopping before going by Gojek to the Harmoni Suites Hotel.

[kbt7046]

Travel insurance is below $20 with covid coverage for 2 days. For heaven sake

I paid $36 for 7 days (Classic Plan, Income). Travel Insurance can be costly if you're above 50 and with coverage of pre-existing conditions.

[kbt7046]

I just checked the travel requirements to Batam via Sindo and Batam Fast sites, both stated that pre-departure Covid test still require. So although Jokowi has announced that PDT is no longer require starting from today, may not yet implement at Batam entry points. Anyway i just came back after 8 nights stay in Batam last Saturday, won't ve going again so soon. Just wait and see.

[H0pe1100]

Glad my FB in batam going to JB next week. I will probably meet her in JB instead and skip batam for now. :D

[DDAMn]

FR for 15 - 17 May 22 Trip

Took horizon (1410 hr Spore time) from TMFT arrived HBFT (1345 hr Indo time).Before entry to immigration area was asked for ART test & insurance.Clear went to chop passport was asked again for insurance coverage papers.Fyi now they never chop passport but paste a small arrival sticker with QR code when u exit batam then only will chop passport.Used starbuck wifi to book Grab paid 20 IDR (Yes Grab & Go jek is allowed inside HBFT/Nagoya Hill mall/Grand Batam mall/ Mega mall bros taking sindo to batam centre cross opposite to mega mall).To go hotel (Davienna) check in then walk to money changer in front of formosa.First offered 10,300 idr say want change $300 given 10,400 idr.Buy telekomsel sim card (100,000) kena ali baba cannot logged to network even after registering at Gapari
those bros using Changi Mobile dun waste money Changi mobile data roaming ($12 - 5G) really sucks at batam also cannot logged in to the roaming network.Very sorry to bro cougar21 cannot contact him for meet up.Tried logging in SBF using hotel wifi by VPN also cannot dammnnn cialat.Tried download mi chat at batam only can get through using fb other means forget it.

[DDAMn]

" You need to complete the Sg Arrival Card before getting a boarding pass. Many of the shops at the huge oomplex were closed due to the covid19 pandemic and there were taxi touts out looking for customers as Gojeks and other drivers were not aølowed in the Habour Bay"


Yes advise is before departing tmft on board ferry fill in SG arrival card online then keep the card in pdf easy to show at batam ferry counter when collecting return ticket best to collect before u check in hotel.Go jek & Grab pickup point signage is opposite Marriott hotel facing RM Sederhana.Go to RM Sederhana right in front of it u will never miss it.Only 30k - 20k idr.I talked to Grab drivers from them found out that Grab is allowed to enter in most places except Batam Centre Ferry terminal but if cross over to megamall u can take grab there another grab banned place is Hang Nadim airport.Most important bring a pen cos u will need to fill up a stupid form on board (Formality Form).

[unicornboy]

I am in no hurry. Pretty soon all will be back to precovid arrangement. Now still need this and that. So mar fun.

[Cougar21]

Prices of Gojek and Grab cars/bike are still similar from 2019. There aren't much changes. 34k GrabCar from Nagoya area to Batam center now, same as 3 years ago. Now i use the new app which is much cheaper for ehailing which is Maxim.

Had lunch buffet on Sunday at Kintan Shabu2 with Bobducks and his friend. Paid 231k nett per pax for 90 mins. Worth it. Grand Batam Mall was super crowded especially the Marugame Udon restaurant which had long queues over 10m long!

[Cougar21]

FR for 15 - 17 May 22 Trip

Took horizon (1410 hr Spore time) from TMFT arrived HBFT (1345 hr Indo time).Before entry to immigration area was asked for ART test & insurance.Clear went to chop passport was asked again for insurance coverage papers.Fyi now they never chop passport but paste a small arrival sticker with QR code when u exit batam then only will chop passport.Used starbuck wifi to book Grab paid 20 IDR (Yes Grab & Go jek is allowed inside HBFT/Nagoya Hill mall/Grand Batam mall/ Mega mall bros taking sindo to batam centre cross opposite to mega mall).To go hotel (Davienna) check in then walk to money changer in front of formosa.First offered 10,300 idr say want change $300 given 10,400 idr.Buy telekomsel sim card (100,000) kena ali baba cannot logged to network even after registering at Gapari
those bros using Changi Mobile dun waste money Changi mobile data roaming ($12 - 5G) really sucks at batam also cannot logged in to the roaming network.Very sorry to bro cougar21 cannot contact him for meet up.Tried logging in SBF using hotel wifi by VPN also cannot dammnnn cialat.Tried download mi chat at batam only can get through using fb other means forget it.

Yo. Alamak what a waste. I had a good time hanging out with Bobducks. Ate at Kintan shabu2 buffet. Went to the new One Batam Mall which is really huge and has a new ice skating rink which is rectangular shape! I love ice skating. Rates are 80k, 100k n 120k depends on day, by 2 hour sessions! Will go skating next time i go over.

Lucky u got 10400 as 10300 is a lousy rate. We both got 10400 too. The Telkomsel sim card cant be used on foreign handphones not registered by Indonesia coz the IMEI not registered. So there is no network. I bought 1 n went back to change and the lady gave me a Smartfren sim which is usable and active. This is their new law by Indonesia govt since 2020. U can register your IMEI for tourists or if u staying long term, need pay tax if your habdphone is valued over $500 at a rate of 40% above the $500 value. So troublesome to use non-Indonesia registered mobile phones now.

Btw my TPG line has free roaming in Indonesia and works fine. Can use data by connecting to their Smartfren network. Still can go to this forum.

[Cougar21]

Transport cost is generally cheap in Batam, why bother to walk ? For me, I either take GoCar, Grab Car or taxi wherever I go in Batam , no matter how near is the distance. I don't even want to walk for 400m in SG, let alone walking in foreign country which is a lot more risky.

Wow. I walked for 1km which is not a problem. Not a lazy ass. Y do i need to take a car for 400meters man? Or a bike? I walk can stop along those warongs and gerai2 makan dan minuman. Bleh juga singgah di toko2.

Went to the new 168 Food court in front of Godes hotel. The food court opened last year. My lady fren opened a stall there seling bakso n other food for 25k n up a bowl. She used to work at Liza's Bar before it closed permanently. Then i walked from there to Planet holiday to meet Bobducks.

[PrcLust]

So is it confirmed Singapore hp now cannot just buy Indo sim to use? Any alternative to that?

[asiancigar]

Do we still need to do ART 24 hours before going to Batam ?

[asiancigar]

FR for 15 - 17 May 22 Trip

Took horizon (1410 hr Spore time) from TMFT arrived HBFT (1345 hr Indo time).Before entry to immigration area was asked for ART test & insurance.

So bottom line, do we still need to do ART 24hrs before going to Batam ?

[yuanswang]

Heard the news from today onward no
Need pre departure test announce by indo President jokowi. Not sure about covid insurance. Anybody knows the full details?

[OnlyLiveOnce]

Heard the news from today onward no
Need pre departure test announce by indo President jokowi. Not sure about covid insurance. Anybody knows the full details?

Majestic Fast Ferry updated her website to show full details, no ART, insurance (20k$ for Covid19) needed and vaccination cert.

[YummyBear]

So is it confirmed Singapore hp now cannot just buy Indo sim to use? Any alternative to that?

I would suggest to just activate roaming services just before boarding the ferry. I paid like SGD 5 for 3 days / 1gb (additional 1gb free maybe due to some promo). It calculates based on 72 hours. Worked well on starhub during my trip earlier this month.
Felt it was more convenient than to change sim cards. Had read up in earlier post that some issues may occur using foreign phone with purchased sim card.

[DreamMaster1985]

https://www.majesticfastferry.com.sg/CMS/News/Latest-Travel-Requirement-and-Information

For all to see just in case you can't seem to find the page.

[subidowa]

Does that means go anywhere in indonesia no need PDT or arrival art liao?


Just need travel insurance and fill up sg arrival card with three days before returning?

If yes good.....

[kbt7046]

So is it confirmed Singapore hp now cannot just buy Indo sim to use? Any alternative to that?

Both my Samsung A12 and A22 can't use with Indonesia SIM card, only my Samsung S10 which bought in 2019 can use Smartfren SIM card. My TPG SIM card also can't connect to internet in Batam despite of having 1 GB free roaming, don't know why.

[DDAMn]

Same my Changi Mobile data roaming.
Kapoor,
Telekomsel SIM cannot be used.
My phone Samsung A70.

[miumiu6464]

Hi, anyone has car rental contact can recommend? The one we usually rent from, are out of car today... Thanks.

[Naka_Timo]

I am in no hurry. Pretty soon all will be back to precovid arrangement. Now still need this and that. So mar fun.

Upped you +150. Yes, in no hurry to go too. Wait till become like Malaysia and Thailand no need all those stuff then will go.

[Naka_Timo]

I would suggest to just activate roaming services just before boarding the ferry. I paid like SGD 5 for 3 days / 1gb (additional 1gb free maybe due to some promo). It calculates based on 72 hours. Worked well on starhub during my trip earlier this month.
Felt it was more convenient than to change sim cards. Had read up in earlier post that some issues may occur using foreign phone with purchased sim card.

Thanks. + 150 to you.

[Hurhurrahrah]

Both my Samsung A12 and A22 can't use with Indonesia SIM card, only my Samsung S10 which bought in 2019 can use Smartfren SIM card. My TPG SIM card also can't connect to internet in Batam despite of having 1 GB free roaming, don't know why.

Did you register phone IMEI? Indonesia recently in the past few years have this annoying rule where to be able to use local normal SIM card normally you have to register phone IMEI. Haven't been to Batam in a while so not sure ferry centre have registration places or not.

Google for "Indonesia IMEI" for more info.

[kbt7046]

Phones are cheaper in Singapore, I believe Indonesia government intention is to prevent Indonesian buying phones here and bring back, however such ruling has also cause inconvenience to foreign visitors. Phones bought after 2020 here can't use Indonesia SIM, no internet access without WiFi, yet they require all foreign visitors to install Pedulindungi on phone, contradiction policy.

[OnlyLiveOnce]

Phones are cheaper in Singapore, I believe Indonesia government intention is to prevent Indonesian buying phones here and bring back, however such ruling has also cause inconvenience to foreign visitors. Phones bought after 2020 here can't use Indonesia SIM, no internet access without WiFi, yet they require all foreign visitors to install Pedulindungi on phone, contradiction policy.

I do not know about the phones but on arrival at Harbour Bay Ferry Terminal on morning of17 May, I was surprised that they help me to connect to the free WiFi to scan into PeduliLindungi, no problem at all.

[jdksg]

I’m in Batam now. The process was really straightforward. For bros trying to visit here, this is what you need to do.

1. Book Ferry Tickets
2. Purchase covid19 insurance with destination as ASEAN (buy from Changirecommends as it’s the cheapest)
3. Within 3 days before the arrival date, fill the SG Arrival online
4. A day or two before you depart to Batam, download and complete your profile in the PeduliLindungi app (this app you won’t use anytime when you’re here)
5. Fill up the Letter of statement while you’re in the ferry
6. Activate roaming for the number of days you are here (I used StarHub $5 plan that gives me 3 days of roaming with 1GB of data)

Other notes: the malls or buildings here need you to check temperature but no need to check in or check out. No need predeparture test or on arrival test unless you have some symptoms.

[kbt7046]

I paid RP100,000 for Smartfren SIM Card at Batam Center upon arrival on May 6, the staff who sold me the SIM Card also activate the card for me on the spot, save all the trouble, 3 GB data, no regular phone call, only VOIP, vaild for 2 weeks. However can only work on phones bought outside Indonesia before 2020.

[OnlyLiveOnce]

I paid RP100,000 for Smartfren SIM Card at Batam Center upon arrival on May 6, the staff who sold me the SIM Card also activate the card for me on the spot, save all the trouble, 3 GB data, no regular phone call, only VOIP, vaild for 2 weeks. However can only work on phones bought outside Indonesia before 2020.

I have no problem getting into the Indonesian network using my cheap 5$ monthly TPG card, although connection may be poor at times. Manage to get all my Gojek bookings.

[kbt7046]

https://imei.kemenperin.go.id/

Maybe you can help do a simple test to see if any of your existing phones IMEI is registered? :)

I just checked, none of my phone is registered. However i can use my Samsung S10 with Smartfren even the IMEI was not registered. Probably the staff who sell the SIM cards at Batam Center has somehow activate it. ( as i have handed my Samsung S10 to the staff to insert the new Smartfren card and get it activated). I've also try to insert the same SIM card into both my Samsung A12 abd A22, none can work. I don't know how the staff at Batam Center get my S10 connected to Smartfren network. Maybe she has registered for me using her ID details, but only for 14 days ( as the Smartfren SIM card only valid for 14 days start from May 6). My cewek told me that the SIM card i bought at Batam Center only cost RP40,000 at Tg Balai, but I paid RP100,000, so the RP60,000 may be going for her kopi money to get the SIM card work on my phone. Probably it would be more worthwhile for frequent travelers to buy a cheap phone there or maybe buy a mobile WiFi router (I don't know is all WiFi router work on Indonesia SIM Card or not)

[fanboi]

Hi,

Good to see restrictions are lifted.

For bros who visited Batam recently, did you know if Delta Spa is open?

[asiancigar]

Heard from the money changer in ViVoCity that Batam Ferry from HarbourFront to Batam Centre will commence from Wednesday 25th May onwards.

Hopefully that is true....:D

Cheerz
AC

[PrcLust]

That will be good news if harbour front reopen. Hopefully the ferry rate will also go back to precovid rates. Shorter trip too.

[kbt7046]

i am also curious how the technology behind work. :o when you inserted the new Smartfren sim into the 2 "non-working" phones, did you check and setup the APN settings? :confused: APN is required to access data service.

Also is the "working" and 2 "non-working" phones displaying VOLTE? :confused: This VOLTE is required to "turn ON" for certain phones in order to call/text using the sim that need VOLTE.

For example, SIMBA aka TPG in sg need VOLTE turn on in order to call/text. Phones without VOLTE "turn ON" or have the feature by default will need to download telco apps in order to use VOLTE service to make call/text. :)



ps.

Additional infos. Hope the info can be useful to bros going to batam. :)

I've 3 phones using 4 different local SIM cards, Samsung S10 is the only phone which i use TPG SIM card and with TPG voice installed. My other 2 phones Samsung A12 and A22 are newer than S10, should also support VOIP which i use Zero 1, Singtel & Circlecare, however both A12 and A22 can't work with Smartfren SIM card. Even my TPG card ($10 50GB plan) also can't connect to internet at Batam. Fortunately i'm in hotel room most of the time which can access to free WiFi.

[Perfectsex]

Hi, anyone got cewek or freelance to intro for booking? Currently now in batam

[deepie]

Anyone heading to btm 4th to 6th June? Hit me up

[DDAMn]

Hi, anyone got cewek or freelance to intro for booking? Currently now in batam

Download michat bro.Or ask taxi driver if really no pian.

[kbt7046]

Hi, anyone got cewek or freelance to intro for booking? Currently now in batam

You can go to Tanjung Uncang, but far, RP100,000 by GoCar. Alternatively, ask taxi driver.

[ryanleeisme]

Anyone heading to btm 4th to 6th June? Hit me up
I am around, but I don't familiar with area here. U got lobang then can go together. Thanks

[biostar]

I’m in Batam now. The process was really straightforward. For bros trying to visit here, this is what you need to do.

1. Book Ferry Tickets
2. Purchase covid19 insurance with destination as ASEAN (buy from Changirecommends as it’s the cheapest)
3. Within 3 days before the arrival date, fill the SG Arrival online
4. A day or two before you depart to Batam, download and complete your profile in the PeduliLindungi app (this app you won’t use anytime when you’re here)
5. Fill up the Letter of statement while you’re in the ferry
6. Activate roaming for the number of days you are here (I used StarHub $5 plan that gives me 3 days of roaming with 1GB of data)

Other notes: the malls or buildings here need you to check temperature but no need to check in or check out. No need predeparture test or on arrival test unless you have some symptoms.

Am interested to know what do the authorities check when you enter batam immigration checkpoint. (valid passport is standard of course)

Only the travel insurance with covid19 coverage document? And the letter of statement?

Thanks in advance!

[OnlyLiveOnce]

Am interested to know what do the authorities check when you enter batam immigration checkpoint. (valid passport is standard of course)

Only the travel insurance with covid19 coverage document? And the letter of statement?

Thanks in advance!

Just follow the requirements of the ferry companies as listed in their websites.
When i went earlier, ART was required, now no need for ART or PCR for Singaporeans travelling to Batam. You need a copy of the full vaccination certificates (2 basics + booster, understand softcopy also acceptable now), travel insurance of 20k$ for Covid19 and the completed sheet of details (name, address and vaccination details) given inside the ferry itself.
At Harbour Bay, where I landed, they have about 5 desks where these documents were checked before being attended by the immigration officers. Pretty fast and easy, not much of a problem for travellers.

[ryanleeisme]

Am interested to know what do the authorities check when you enter batam immigration checkpoint. (valid passport is standard of course)

Only the travel insurance with covid19 coverage document? And the letter of statement?

Thanks in advance!
Now is simple, bring ur vaccination cert and purchase travel covid 19 insurance and valid passport more than 6 months. Just that!! At terminal download the app, then check in at batam terminal, no worry even error check in also OK. Then fill in one paper show ur vaccination cert, they will tick then let u go.

[biostar]

Just follow the requirements of the ferry companies as listed in their websites.


Now is simple, bring ur vaccination cert and purchase travel covid 19 insurance and valid passport more than 6 months. Just that!

Thanks for your response, guys. Upped 14 points to each of you. :)

[rauldon]

Any recommendations on ktv in batam

I am. Currently here

[rauldon]

Guys need to buy covid insurance and download their crap app take note

[YummyBear]

Any recommendations on ktv in batam

I am. Currently here

Not sure if open or not, but recalled there was a KTV called square club / ktv at 2nd level of I-Hotel Baloi. Its between grand batam and the A2 food court.
Went there pre-covid. A little pricey but you can bring girl to party at the lower level if sing half way and get bored.
I did hear it might be opened, unverified yet though.

[PervMonk]

So Happy now... Most of the times, the harbourfront cruise centre is dark no matter what time of the day but just saw that the lights are all turned on for both the 2nd and ground floor. Hope it's they are in preparation of opening up soon! TMFT is really too inconvenient!

[rauldon]

Just came back from seafood and ktv at harbour bay.

Total damage
3 girls 1juta each
Drinks n room 5 juta 2 bottles
1.5 juta for extra 1shot at the vip room


Choose from 30 gls..


Some swee most OK ok

[nismosuper]

Bros...

Just back from 3 days 2 nights in batam..
Took horizon.. ferry quite pack
Immigration took abt 30 mins to clear with all the checking of documents..

Went to 3 booking joints.
Damage 1.5 to 2 mil for LT

At night went to ktv. Price no diff as 2 years ago

Enjoyed the trip and will go again soon.. finally somethin to look forward to..

[tan1972]

Just came back from seafood and ktv at harbour bay.

Total damage
3 girls 1juta each
Drinks n room 5 juta 2 bottles
1.5 juta for extra 1shot at the vip room


Choose from 30 gls..


Some swee most OK ok

Hi boss, one juta each girl just the tips only right?

2 bottles 5 juta is like 450 dollar, do you know beer package price, Thanks

[tan1972]

Bros...

Just back from 3 days 2 nights in batam..
Took horizon.. ferry quite pack
Immigration took abt 30 mins to clear with all the checking of documents..

Went to 3 booking joints.
Damage 1.5 to 2 mil for LT

At night went to ktv. Price no diff as 2 years ago

Enjoyed the trip and will go again soon.. finally somethin to look forward to..

Bro what is the ktv damage and which ktv is open now

[nismosuper]

Bro what is the ktv damage and which ktv is open now

A few ktvs are open.

I went to billiard centre ktv and dynasty ktv.

There is a lot of package to choose from.

I open a bottle of whisky and ard 20 cans beer. Total damage ard 3.4mil.

[OnlyLiveOnce]

Bros...

Went to 3 booking joints.
Damage 1.5 to 2 mil for LT

At night went to ktv. Price no diff as 2 years ago

Enjoyed the trip and will go again soon.. finally somethin to look forward to..

Bro, grateful if you could reveal those booking joints you went to.

Thanks

[Hurhurrahrah]

Just went over the weekend too.

Visited Octopus at Pacific and Venew @ Batam City Hotel.
Didn't bother looking for booking joints because the drivers didn't know any.

Well, Batam should be getting back to busy soon-ish.

[ryanleeisme]

Just went over the weekend too.

Visited Octopus at Pacific and Venew @ Batam City Hotel.
Didn't bother looking for booking joints because the drivers didn't know any.

Well, Batam should be getting back to busy soon-ish.
Thanks, how is your rating of these 2 joints? Which one nicer..thanks

[tan1972]

A few ktvs are open.

I went to billiard centre ktv and dynasty ktv.

There is a lot of package to choose from.

I open a bottle of whisky and ard 20 cans beer. Total damage ard 3.4mil.

Thanks bro, useful information , quite costly to me, use to go the one at farmose ktv, 20 can like 50 dollar but I think that the history already

[PrcLust]

Just came back from seafood and ktv at harbour bay.

Total damage
3 girls 1juta each
Drinks n room 5 juta 2 bottles
1.5 juta for extra 1shot at the vip room


Choose from 30 gls..


Some swee most OK ok

How is the playability in the room? Never try Ktv action before in Batam. Wild fun in the room or just drink and sing song hug hug touch touch only? Appreciate any info.

[kbt7046]

Price of cigarettes and beer has gone up substantially at Batam. I paid around RP40,000 for a pack of Marlboro and RP30,000 for a can of Heineken, as I bought all these stuffs from Planet Holiday, price may be higher, I don't know. Anyway price still acceptable.

[asiancigar]

Just got back from Batam after spending 2 glorious nights there..... my cab driver took me a couple of places that had just re-opened and each had about 30 girls in them. The pricing is 600K for ST and overnight is 1.3Juta.
For food, you can forget about Windsor as the place is flattened and doubt if they will do a rebuild. Instead, my driver brought me to Nagoya Food Court which is opposite Biz Hotel and the place is 3 times bigger that Windsor with hundreds of food stalls and was packed with mostly locals which meant that food prices are very affordable. There is also a live quartet playing pop music with a lovely looking SYT singer.
Good to see that Batam has survived the pandemic and looking to roar back into serving Sillyporeans like me/us.

p.s it may be a little more expensive that before but hey, even they have to erk out a living right. Where else can you be pampered and treated so well in just after a 40 min ferry ride....

[asiancigar]

Guys need to buy covid insurance and download their crap app take note

Insurance is a MUST as they will check upon arrival but they do not ask for that app which is a bitch to download and not working anyway.

[Naka_Timo]

Insurance is a MUST as they will check upon arrival but they do not ask for that app which is a bitch to download and not working anyway.

Thanks for the info

Just got back from Batam after spending 2 glorious nights there..... my cab driver took me a couple of places that had just re-opened and each had about 30 girls in them. The pricing is 600K for ST and overnight is 1.3Juta.
For food, you can forget about Windsor as the place is flattened and doubt if they will do a rebuild. Instead, my driver brought me to Nagoya Food Court which is opposite Biz Hotel and the place is 3 times bigger that Windsor with hundreds of food stalls and was packed with mostly locals which meant that food prices are very affordable. There is also a live quartet playing pop music with a lovely looking SYT singer.
Good to see that Batam has survived the pandemic and looking to roar back into serving Sillyporeans like me/us.

p.s it may be a little more expensive that before but hey, even they have to erk out a living right. Where else can you be pampered and treated so well in just after a 40 min ferry ride....

Nice share

[YummyBear]

Price of cigarettes and beer has gone up substantially at Batam. I paid around RP40,000 for a pack of Marlboro and RP30,000 for a can of Heineken, as I bought all these stuffs from Planet Holiday, price may be higher, I don't know. Anyway price still acceptable.

Usually I get Marlboro cigs at Rp35,000 per pack, and big bottle of beer at about Rp50,000. Didn't notice spike increases but believe pricing are noticeably trending slightly upwards for other stuff, e.g. bookings, massage, meals at the malls etc.

[kbt7046]

Insurance is a MUST as they will check upon arrival but they do not ask for that app which is a bitch to download and not working anyway.

Travel insurance is compulsory, however still can save cost on this. Just buy 2 days coverage even you're staying much longer there. I stayed for 8 noghts there on my last trip 3 weeks ago but only insured for 7 days. Next time i just buy 2 days coverage despite i usually stay for 3 to 4 nights there.

[Hurhurrahrah]

Thanks, how is your rating of these 2 joints? Which one nicer..thanks
^ Definitely Octopus is the more atas joint, and have both massage and FJ option. Venew does not have FJ in package, depends if the girl willing to do and have to top up tips.

[Black Page]

Travel insurance is compulsory, however still can save cost on this. Just buy 2 days coverage even you're staying much longer there. I stayed for 8 noghts there on my last trip 3 weeks ago but only insured for 7 days. Next time i just buy 2 days coverage despite i usually stay for 3 to 4 nights there.
:confused:
Good luck if anything happens to you while you are in Batam and you are not covered by insurance. Singapore will not come to rescue, you will have to pay a lot to get decent assistance. A nightmare become true, just to save few dollars, much less you pay for drinks in a club.
I advise to be considerate.

[Black Page]

Just got back from Batam after spending 2 glorious nights there..... my cab driver took me a couple of places that had just re-opened and each had about 30 girls in them. The pricing is 600K for ST and overnight is 1.3Juta.
For food, you can forget about Windsor as the place is flattened and doubt if they will do a rebuild. Instead, my driver brought me to Nagoya Food Court which is opposite Biz Hotel and the place is 3 times bigger that Windsor with hundreds of food stalls and was packed with mostly locals which meant that food prices are very affordable. There is also a live quartet playing pop music with a lovely looking SYT singer.
Good to see that Batam has survived the pandemic and looking to roar back into serving Sillyporeans like me/us.
Your post is honey music for my ears! I cannot wait to return and venture in the "new Batam". It may be true this Fall.

Formosa destroyed, Windsor flattened... GOSH! an era ended and will just be a memory recorded forever in my head.
Do you know what happened to discos? P1, P2, P3?

[deepie]

Going batam this weekend..anyone care to join me?

Spoiled for choices when u know how to get the best chicks in btm 😊

[kbt7046]

Anyone has stay in Biz Hotel there ? Is the room good compare to Planet Holiday or Harmoni Suites ?

[yuanswang]

Anyone has stay in Biz Hotel there ? Is the room good compare to Planet Holiday or Harmoni Suites ?

Befor COVID i always choose BIZ. Nice cheap and clean but small room hotel. Nice and many varieties of free breakfast. Best location in heart if batam. easy access to many main joints and food courts. Very easy to find cewek by just walk around. Most of michat SYT too staying very near by. They can reach room within 30min. Acceptable price before covid. Now not sure still open or not and don know about rent.

[manz_tatz]

:confused:
Good luck if anything happens to you while you are in Batam and you are not covered by insurance. Singapore will not come to rescue, you will have to pay a lot to get decent assistance. A nightmare become true, just to save few dollars, much less you pay for drinks in a club.
I advise to be considerate.

Juat book ferry tix to batam for this weekend. Counter say now no need insurance already. No longer compulsary.

[deepie]

Anyone has stay in Biz Hotel there ? Is the room good compare to Pla
net Holiday or Harmoni Suites ?

Yes i stay biz hotel every trip i go there..so far no complains

[kbt7046]

Going to Batam again tomorrow, planning to stay 4 nights there. Upon checking on Agoda, room rates for Biz Hotel and Harmoni Suites almost the same, so I pick Harmoni Suites as I don't know about Biz Hotel. Maybe this is the last time I go to Batam as my cewek from Balai is going back to her hometown directly from Batam after she stay with me there for several days. Next trip for me likely to be in Jakarta

[miumiu6464]

Juat book ferry tix to batam for this weekend. Counter say now no need insurance already. No longer compulsary.

Bro, may i know which ferry company you book with, that says insurance not required already?

[OnlyLiveOnce]

Bro, may i know which ferry company you book with, that says insurance not required already?

BRO,
It is stated in the website of the Horizon Fast Ferry that effective 31 May 2022, no Covid19 insurance is needed for those fully vacinnated travellers from Singapore to enter Batam. Cheers.

[deepie]

BRO,
It is stated in the website of the Horizon Fast Ferry that effective 31 May 2022, no Covid19 insurance is needed for those fully vacinnated travellers from Singapore to enter Batam. Cheers.

I bought mine for this weekend last month anyways heheee..its ok la $15 nia..see no open meh ( kua buay kwee) 🤣

[sexcrew]

How much is the two way ferry ticket?

[BotakBunny]

BRO,
It is stated in the website of the Horizon Fast Ferry that effective 31 May 2022, no Covid19 insurance is needed for those fully vacinnated travellers from Singapore to enter Batam. Cheers.

Thanks for sharing this information. Very helpful update.

If I am reading correctly from Horizon Fast Ferry's website, it also seems that 14 days "mandatory" stay in Singapore prior to traveling to Batam is no longer required....

If one is taking the ferry from Singapore to enter Batam.

If indeed true, this makes things so much easier now....

[unicornboy]

So now only pay ferry ticket. Good news.

[mao007]

Oceans near batam center ferry terminal Planning to go batam soon. Any massage joint for erotic couple massage? By any chance, girls in batam does threesome?

[sexcrew]

Oceans near batam center ferry terminal

Can share more?

[kbt7046]

I'm at Batam now, staying at Harmoni Suites. Staffs at Harbour Bay Ferry Terminal only check my Vaccine Cert, did not check my Travel Insurance documents when I arrived this afternoon. Now I don't even need to fill up the health declaration form, staffs at Harbour Bay will fill up via their phones at check points. So basically coming to Batam now is as easy as pre-covid era, just need to bring proof of vaccination. The only problem is Harbour Front Centre still remain close and Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal seems very ineffective in handling large number of travellers, taking quite long time for security and immigration clearance there. Also costly to go there by taxi from my Bt Batok home.

[bradpitt968]

Just got back from Batam after spending 2 glorious nights there..... my cab driver took me a couple of places that had just re-opened and each had about 30 girls in them. The pricing is 600K for ST and overnight is 1.3Juta.
For food, you can forget about Windsor as the place is flattened and doubt if they will do a rebuild. Instead, my driver brought me to Nagoya Food Court which is opposite Biz Hotel and the place is 3 times bigger that Windsor with hundreds of food stalls and was packed with mostly locals which meant that food prices are very affordable. There is also a live quartet playing pop music with a lovely looking SYT singer.
Good to see that Batam has survived the pandemic and looking to roar back into serving Sillyporeans like me/us.

p.s it may be a little more expensive that before but hey, even they have to erk out a living right. Where else can you be pampered and treated so well in just after a 40 min ferry ride....

Can advise on how is the quality of the gals that you come across?

Also, for overnight, can whack for many rounds or after 1 or 2 rounds, they chu pattern liao? Another thing is heard from many people that many of the gals in Batam got STDs. Wonder how true is that?

Paiseh for being noob, haven't go there before. Before Covid, all along I go Geylang because they got regular check up.

[asiancigar]

Can advise on how is the quality of the gals that you come across?

Also, for overnight, can whack for many rounds or after 1 or 2 rounds, they chu pattern liao? Another thing is heard from many people that many of the gals in Batam got STDs. Wonder how true is that?

Paiseh for being noob, haven't go there before. Before Covid, all along I go Geylang because they got regular check up.

Bro, generally the girls are just ordinary at first glance but then again the old saying "one man's meat .... blah blah blah". I would rate 5.5 upon 10 despite them being in the 25 to 30 age range.

Overnight means multiple shots allowed... as to how many, i suppose it is between you and the girl.

STDs in places like Batam is not unheard off but i am not familiar with the stats..... i suppose same applies everywhere else and if you are unlucky, you might even catch something from a local Sgp girl too.

Hope my 10 cents worth helps......

[sexcrew]

I'm at Batam now, staying at Harmoni Suites. Staffs at Harbour Bay Ferry Terminal only check my Vaccine Cert, did not check my Travel Insurance documents when I arrived this afternoon. Now I don't even need to fill up the health declaration form, staffs at Harbour Bay will fill up via their phones at check points. So basically coming to Batam now is as easy as pre-covid era, just need to bring proof of vaccination. The only problem is Harbour Front Centre still remain close and Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal seems very ineffective in handling large number of travellers, taking quite long time for security and immigration clearance there. Also costly to go there by taxi from my Bt Batok home.

Hi bro where to get the Vaccine Cert?

[sexcrew]

Bro, generally the girls are just ordinary at first glance but then again the old saying "one man's meat .... blah blah blah". I would rate 5.5 upon 10 despite them being in the 25 to 30 age range.

Overnight means multiple shots allowed... as to how many, i suppose it is between you and the girl.

STDs in places like Batam is not unheard off but i am not familiar with the stats..... i suppose same applies everywhere else and if you are unlucky, you might even catch something from a local Sgp girl too.

Hope my 10 cents worth helps......

Thanks for the info.

[throwawayournam]

Hi bro where to get the Vaccine Cert?

Bro just go to https://www.notarise.gov.sg/

[Black Page]

Both P2 & P3 are open but like dead town very quiet even on a Saturday night. P3 hall/pub at level 1 is currently under renovation..
:eek:
This is really depressing to me. How come? Do you have any explanation? I don't think the people who was used to go to P2 and P3 really cares about COVID.
So, is there any other disco? Where young people go now on Saturday and Friday?? I cannot believe Indo people now do not like that Indo techno anymore...
I hope to hear a work of hope from you or others.

[Black Page]

So, time is coming. If everything will go as I hope, this October I will be back to KL (now dead) and then for a week to Batam, as I was used to do before Covid.
From now to October there is enough time to allow things to improve a lot about local entertainment and night activities, but also for another COVID wave and restrictions. We cross fingers.
I have a question for old-time regulars and for those who are going back to Batam recently with the reopening.

My place was Formosa, room 275 or 265 (business rooms). That era has ended.
Now I have to find my new home.

I am considering Four Points Sheraton, ex Allium, because of points on my Bonvoy account (I need nights, if I still want a residual hope to keep my Gold level). Price is more or less the same as old Formosa (less than 500k), but I am wary of rooms: only one type, just 30 sqm, smaller than Formosa. Also the price seems too cheap for a good room in a good hotel.
Anyone has ever tried this hotel in the last 2-3 years?
Are rooms ok?
How big is the King Size bed? I was used to big bed of Formosa, which could accommodate 3 persons easily.

The other hotel I am considering is Da Vienna. The regular room costs the same as old Formosa and just a little less than Four Points (!), but I remember it is too small (24 sqm!), smaller than Formosa. At Da Vienna, I would go to the Junior Suite, way more expensive, but which is much larger and also has a bath tub :p

So, any savvy travelery who can comment and provide recommendations?


PS: Nono!! Where are you?? No more posts here?:(

[kbt7046]

I've just checked in at Planet Holiday after staying for 2 nights at Harmoni Suites. Told by staff that casino at 2nd floor here is opening for business on June 5. Don't know what type of casino is it. Just see the sign board 888

[nitecrawllerr]

I've just checked in at Planet Holiday after staying for 2 nights at Harmoni Suites. Told by staff that casino at 2nd floor here is opening for business on June 5. Don't know what type of casino is it. Just see the sign board 888


This is good news! Was there late 1990s! Batam, i akan datang secepat mungkin.:D

[Sochaipom]

Hi guys,

Have checked with batam fast again they have confirmed that travel insurance still need to purchase if enter through batam center.

But if enter through Harbourbay by Horizon dont need to purchase insurance..
Haiz saya pun bingung:confused::confused::

[Black Page]

I've just checked in at Planet Holiday after staying for 2 nights at Harmoni Suites. Told by staff that casino at 2nd floor here is opening for business on June 5. Don't know what type of casino is it. Just see the sign board 888

Would you mind sharing your opinion about the rooms in those "higher class" :confused: hotels? Especially, the size of the room, the size of the bed, and if the bathroom has a bath tub (this was the only thing I missed at Formosa).

To be entirely honest: I am missing even the smell of old place of Formosa. I can't imagine myself arriving to Batam and not going straight there. I think I will go there on pilgrimage on my first day in Batam, stand in front of the main door and have a few seconds of meditation there.

[nyquist]

Bro, may i know which ferry company you book with, that says insurance not required already?

Glad to see old birds active again.....

[kbt7046]

[QUOTE=Black Page;21342555]Would you mind sharing your opinion about the rooms in those "higher class" :confused: hotels? Especially, the size of the room, the size of the bed, and if the bathroom has a bath tub (this was the only thing I missed at Formosa).

To be entirely honest: I am missing even the smell of old place of Formosa. I can't imagine myself arriving to Batam and not going straight there. I think I will go there on pilgrimage on my first day in Batam, stand in front of the main door and have a few seconds of meditation

Full information of rooms are available on Agoda and booking.com. Personally I like to stay in Harmoni Suites, room slightly smaller than at Planet Holiday, room rates about the same, around $35 a day, Queen size bed, both have bathtub. Harmoni Suites room look older, bathroom is not as nice as at Planet Holiday but has microwave oven, stove , easy to heat up food. While Planet Holiday has balcony, rooms at both hotels are consider well furnished for this kind of room rates.

[Black Page]

Full information of rooms are available on Agoda and booking.com
I know... I asked YOUR personal opinion, because I value your experience more than dry numbers on official information.

Queen size bed, both have bathtub.
Thanks a lot for your detailed information.
Actually, what you write sounds a blocking "NO NO" for me. I love the idea to have a bath with a nice lady, but the queen size bed means that I cannot welcome TWO ladies to enjoy the comfort of my room.
Formosa was a bit run down, but the super king size of the bed has been always a major plus for me.

[kbt7046]

I know... I asked YOUR personal opinion, because I value your experience more than dry numbers on official information.


Thanks a lot for your detailed information.
Actually, what you write sounds a blocking "NO NO" for me. I love the idea to have a bath with a nice lady, but the queen size bed means that I cannot welcome TWO ladies to enjoy the comfort of my room.
Formosa was a bit run down, but the super king size of the bed has been always a major plus for me.

Maybe king size bed is available for higher grade room type. As I'm staying at Studio at Harmoni Suites and Deluxe at Planet Holiday which both room type are on the lower end of both hotels, so I only get Queen size bed. Personally room at Planet Holiday is more class compare to room at Harmoni Suites. Harmoni looks run down and the bathroom is looks more awful than posted on Agoda. Also Planet Holiday has large swimming pool, bigger gym and jacuzzi pool (unfortunately jacuzzi pool spoil at the moment)

[throwawayournam]

Hey bro, it's going to be my first trip to Batam and your reviews have been super helpful. I'm also thinking of staying at either of these two hotels but aside from the quality of the hotels I was wondering about the location.

Just based on the map, it seems like Harmoni is nearer to the big mall and somewhat nearer to the area with all the spas (like HK, G1). Planet Holiday looks like it's slightly further from those but nearer to the waterfront. How's getting around Batam and does the extra distance make much difference practically?

[bradpitt968]

Bro, generally the girls are just ordinary at first glance but then again the old saying "one man's meat .... blah blah blah". I would rate 5.5 upon 10 despite them being in the 25 to 30 age range.

Overnight means multiple shots allowed... as to how many, i suppose it is between you and the girl.

STDs in places like Batam is not unheard off but i am not familiar with the stats..... i suppose same applies everywhere else and if you are unlucky, you might even catch something from a local Sgp girl too.

Hope my 10 cents worth helps......

Thanks for you input. Ok, looks aside, how about figure? I like busty gals, looks as long as ok, not bad, can already.

True. But Geylang legal house gals are really much much safer.

[asiancigar]

Thanks for you input. Ok, looks aside, how about figure? I like busty gals, looks as long as ok, not bad, can already.

True. But Geylang legal house gals are really much much safer.

You will be spoilt for choice because they have various shapes, height and sizes available.... not to mention different skin tone color.

I took the fairest of the lot and was very contented indeed.

Happy Bonking !

Cheerz
AC

[OnlyLiveOnce]

Hi guys,

Have checked with batam fast again they have confirmed that travel insurance still need to purchase if enter through batam center.

But if enter through Harbourbay by Horizon dont need to purchase insurance..
Haiz saya pun bingung:confused::confused::

Just​ got confirmation from Majestic Fast Ferry that travel insurance to cover Covid19 is optional even for entry via Batam Centre Ferry Terminal.

[OnlyLiveOnce]

Hi guys,

Have checked with batam fast again they have confirmed that travel insurance still need to purchase if enter through batam center.

But if enter through Harbourbay by Horizon dont need to purchase insurance..
Haiz saya pun bingung:confused::confused::

Hi guys,
Just got confirmation from Majestic Fast Ferry that travel insurance for Covid19 is now optional for entry to the Batam Centre Ferry Terminal.

[kbt7046]

Hey bro, it's going to be my first trip to Batam and your reviews have been super helpful. I'm also thinking of staying at either of these two hotels but aside from the quality of the hotels I was wondering about the location.

Just based on the map, it seems like Harmoni is nearer to the big mall and somewhat nearer to the area with all the spas (like HK, G1). Planet Holiday looks like it's slightly further from those but nearer to the waterfront. How's getting around Batam and does the extra distance make much difference practically?

Harmoni Suites is opposite Nagoya Hill Mall, within walking distance. However getting Grab Car or GoCar is easy in Batam and inexpensive, mostly between RP15000 to RP20000. If you want to go to area around Lucky Plaza or Formosa Hotel, you can even walk from Harmoni Suites, just 5 minutes walk away. Planet Holiday has a small food court behind the lobby, easy to buy cigarette, beer etc. F1 Cub (disco) also located here.

[Blackz]

Any bros willing to go hunt or drink today. I’m staying at da Vienna for a week. Can reach out . Past 2 days book from joint.
Damage from 1.3 to 1.5m for lt.

[Blackz]

Anyone bros in batam hunting ?

[YummyBear]

Any bros willing to go hunt or drink today. I’m staying at da Vienna for a week. Can reach out . Past 2 days book from joint.
Damage from 1.3 to 1.5m for lt.

Can share which joints you visited that are opened? Pricing seems around the pre covid period, possibly they included the "referral" fee to your taxi driver which is about 200k.

[miumiu6464]

Was in Batam last 2 weeks, and noticed ceweks entering/exiting from the join opposite Hana Hotel. Forgot the joint's name though. Happy8 haven't open for business. I don't have pricing info though. We were riding and pass by Hana Hotel when we noticed that.

[XXLCat]

Was in Batam last 2 weeks, and noticed ceweks entering/exiting from the join opposite Hana Hotel. Forgot the joint's name though. Happy8 haven't open for business. I don't have pricing info though. We were riding and pass by Hana Hotel when we noticed that.

New Berry... I suppose you mean...:D

[Blackz]

Can share which joints you visited that are opened? Pricing seems around the pre covid period, possibly they included the "referral" fee to your taxi driver which is about 200k.

Sorry for the late reply as I didn’t know my message got posted.

The joint is massage sekar near paragon/Hana hotel.
They have 20 girls. Open at 11am . Call the papi to check before going will be best. Else at 2pm . Most of the popular girls will be taken up .only left those attitude problem or cmi look wise.
I got my personal driver. The papi speak hokkien one.
He give me at 1.5m firm. Although I tried haggle abit.
He have one new girl 21years old one at 1.8m Kita
But not my type la. Have some tattoos on hand

The girl I take from the joint like raw sex cim alot .Although I pick up at 5pm till 8am. Buy some groceries and food and spent the night have sex about 6times morning before go also one time.

Tipped her $15 . Not sure if too high or Low
Just don’t want spoil market. But the girl is fine with it
She keep want me extend but I got other stuff to do.

I will be going solo Jakarta on 20 to 24 business trip if anyone can bring me. I’m chinese and I can’t speak Bahasa.

Hope it helps

[leekwantew]

Hey guys, have a few questions, hooefully can get some info before my trip

1) with formosa hotel closed, any good lobang on where to stay?

2) will the batam customs check your vacc status? I took 2 shots of pfizer in 2021 and got corvid in feb 2022, havent taken booster yet

3) i was reading on the insurance thing. Is it confirmed that you dont need insurance if coming through batam centre ferry terminal?

Thanks in advance for the help :)

[manz_tatz]

You will be spoilt for choice because they have various shapes, height and sizes available.... not to mention different skin tone color.

I took the fairest of the lot and was very contented indeed.

Happy Bonking !

Cheerz
AC

Just came back from Batam yesterday. Stock still limited. Sedona close. Indah permau close. Windsor gone. Harmoni hotel also gone. Limited girls to choose from. We took from Segar and Mawar. Price ok higher side. Segar charge 1.5million and mawar 1.3 million. Qaulity and looks so so only. At least got big boobs. 😂😂😂😂.

[Blackz]

Hey guys, have a few questions, hooefully can get some info before my trip

1) with formosa hotel closed, any good lobang on where to stay?

2) will the batam customs check your vacc status? I took 2 shots of pfizer in 2021 and got corvid in feb 2022, havent taken booster yet

3) i was reading on the insurance thing. Is it confirmed that you dont need insurance if coming through batam centre ferry terminal?

Thanks in advance for the help :)

You can try da Vienna about $35 a night but the breakfast spread limited as compared to last time..more variety.

They got check vac status in sg before issue ticket as well as in in indo custom. The app was not reliable. Just show them the ss in TraceTogether is fine.

They don’t bother to even ask for your insurance. I entered on 3june.Not needed anymore

[kbt7046]

Just went to casino located at L2 of Planet Holiday, only got 2 types of games, beside one Roulette Table, the rest are Baccarat. All transactions in RP, min bet is RP1 million per hand for Banker/Player, much higher than RWS or MBS. Never bet a single hand. Outside the casino there is a big room like those in Geylang, a dozen of girls are seating at the long bench in the room, probably are waiting to be booked. I didn't bother to ask the price as none of them is my prefer type. Gambling and vice activities have come to Planet Holiday.

[adiboi007]

how is the situation in octopuss now

[Hurricane88]

Since border had reopened after the lockdown and I knew many very eager to cheong, I suggest all try to find friends and not strangers...:)

I will be very suspicious if a new nick posted here asking to cheong bars, etc...:)

Ask yourself how much experience a newbie knew about hcm cheong scene...I will avoid at all cost to meet up with newbie stranger without any forum here...:)

Please cheong safely and be careful...:)

As mod, I wish all cheongsters post some nice forum to share here after your cheonging experience...:)

To those who took the trouble to write a forum here, thank you very much and appreciate your kind effort..:)

NOTE - please do not quote long post...try to edit the main point before submit your reply...also hope cheongsters do not post to say I send you pm in this thread to contact each other but rather use PM to contact each other...:)

[TuttiFruitti]

Any bros here use gojek app to go around in batam? Is it same app and login as singapore gojek app or have to download a new gojek app in batam and sign up a new account for use in batam?

[TuttiFruitti]

Another question is whether can book any day tour at the batam hferry terminal at harbour bay or batam centre?

[TuttiFruitti]

Is Delta Spa still open?

[Hurhurrahrah]

Any bros here use gojek app to go around in batam? Is it same app and login as singapore gojek app or have to download a new gojek app in batam and sign up a new account for use in batam?

You can use same app, it will redirect to Indonesian version.
Also, Delta still open at Nagoya Hill I believe.
Locals saying next to it got Escape Spa also another option.

[miumiu6464]

Any bros here use gojek app to go around in batam? Is it same app and login as singapore gojek app or have to download a new gojek app in batam and sign up a new account for use in batam?

No need, it'll change to Indo version dynamically. Just use the same app. Same for grab.

[Hurhurrahrah]

Horizon relocating back to HarbourFront Centre from 15 June

[Bizsta]

Horizon relocating back to HarbourFront Centre from 15 Junethat's what my frd told me this morning hope ferry tickets is back to normal

[Sochaipom]

Noted, thank you for the confirmation

[deepie]

that's what my frd told me this morning hope ferry

tickets is back to normal

Pls stop the war in your own powers and stop whinning abt ferry tix prices.

Already no pcf no art no travel insurance..what else u want? Gangbang for 1 juta? 🤣🤣🤣

[TuttiFruitti]

Is Delta Spa still open?

Delta Spa is don't serve female customer I think. Anyone knows of any spa with unisex jacuzzi and couple massage?

[ryanleeisme]

Delta Spa is don't serve female customer I think. Anyone knows of any spa with unisex jacuzzi and couple massage?
Many of the spas opposite A2 food count is for couple 💆‍♂️ like Eska, Reborn, Thai best, tui na..n so on

[nono1973]

Delta Spa is don't serve female customer I think. Anyone knows of any spa with unisex jacuzzi and couple massage?

If what you are thinking is to bring a girl to a spa with Jacuzzi , hot room cold room & wish to secretly get some special service while she (& you) is having a massage "together with you". You can try New Spa at Batam City Hotel. The spa name has been changed to Venew Spa now tho. And yes, both guys & ladies can jump into the cold pool & hot pool together, use the sauna TOGETHER etc,hehehe... the girls used to be from Delta Spa, for your info. ;)

If i take out Jacuzzi, only sauna & cold room etc, you can try Gideon Hotel aka Aston Inn tho, can't remember the spa name tho (sorry, i lazy to take out the name cards to look at it at this hour of my post) but there is only 1 spa there.

And if you are thinking to get special service from a CLEAN massage around BCS area, try to stay in Debest Hotel,hehehe...you will be recommended a clean massage spa girls (opposite the hotel itself, sorry i can't remember the name of the "Clean Massage" Spa since over 2 years never been there) from that area to go to your room. Thereafter you will need to talk to the girls. Meaning you have to slowly figure out to convince them to do special service (unless you already knew who did & who didn't,hehehe...).

Note : My fav places to go is non of the above,hehehe...we all have different interest & liking. :D

There are a few other hotels in that area that has in-house massage palor or spa that provide special service tho. It just that i didn't visit them much hence not going to recommend.

[nono1973]

Knowing how penny-wise you are, how detailed were your guidelines and travel tips in order to not pay full price and save 10k here and here, I think that burning 1 juta on that must have costed more on your heart than on your personal finances!

It definitely is,hehehe...I save on here & spend on other part of my trips. Now that Batam has re-open, i can always use my unspent extra juta (pulsa) to top out the girls phone pulsa. I think they'll be happier & serve me a little better? (this can be just 1 small factor for better service,i guess) :D

Are you planning to refound Formosa and take it to its old glory?
If you succeed to give us back Formosa, you will deserve a monument at Harbour Bay. In case, do not forget to try to have back Sinta, besides all others.

I already have a few replacement for Formosa. Why would i still be thinking of going back to a place that has already close down few years ago? :p

Sinta is busy being a mother of 3 children (& a housewife) now. :D

[nono1973]

Oooo!!! So lucky!!! Just called horizon to check if my previous tickets can still be used and they said can! Just that previous ticket will be valued at 40 and so need to top up or use 2 precovid to exchange for 1 new one!

This is good to know,hehehe...luckily i still keep all my old tickets. :D


It is stated in the website of the Horizon Fast Ferry that effective 31 May 2022, no Covid19 insurance is needed for those fully vacinnated travellers from Singapore to enter Batam. Cheers.

Bro just go to https://www.notarise.gov.sg/

Just​ got confirmation from Majestic Fast Ferry that travel insurance to cover Covid19 is optional even for entry via Batam Centre Ferry Terminal.

Horizon relocating back to HarbourFront Centre from 15 June

Sincerely thank all above bros for the key Batam information i needed for my coming trip. :p

[retirebatam]

Horizon relocating back to HarbourFront Centre from 15 June

One source reported that some Spore cheongster at batam wanted to buy ticket back to singapore and requested to arrive at harbourfront ferry terminal instead of tanan merah ferry terminal
But was told by the batam ferry terminal staff that Harbourfront Ferry Terminal will only start operation on 15 June 2022 and the ticket price remain the same at 80 bucks for 2 ways.:)

[retirebatam]

This is good to know,hehehe...luckily i still keep all my old tickets. :D


The existing unused tickets with the ticket number starting with HH can still be used but need to top up another S$40 for 2 way ferry.

Previously those who travel to Batam really have to suffer all the tiring hassle like:
1) Buy insurance for few days stay in batam.
2) Take covid tests plus tested negative in both countries
3) Stay overnight at one of the hotel assigned for quarantine
4) Download PeduliLindungi Mobile App and use it in batam frequently.

Now that all these requirement have been lifted, only need to show the hardcopy of the vaccination cert is really a breeze for visiting batam again.:D

Source also reported that currently the large number of visitors in batam are mainly from other parts of indonesia and sporean only constitute about 20-30% of total no. of visitors currently as compared to pre-covid times where sporean form majority of the visitors. :)

[retirebatam]

I already have a few replacement for Formosa. Why would i still be thinking of going back to a place that has already close down few years ago? :p



Even though if a new hotel operator willing to operate back Formosa Hotel but the old furniture we previously used have all been sold away.

New fixtures, fitting and furniture replaced may not bring back the good old memory and atmosphere of formosa anymore.



Sinta is busy being a mother of 3 children (& a housewife) now. :D


Yes, the ex-formosa reception staff said that she quit her job to take care of her children. Remembered 12 years ago she recommended me to formosa thats how i started my virgin trip to batam. It was indeed a cosy, friendly and convenient hotel to stay all these years before closure. :p

[retirebatam]

You can try New Spa at Batam City Hotel. The spa name has been changed to Venew Spa now tho.

If i take out Jacuzzi, only sauna & cold room etc, you can try Gideon Hotel aka Aston Inn tho, can't remember the spa name tho (

And if you are thinking to get special service from a CLEAN massage around BCS area, try to stay in Debest Hotel,hehehe...



Thanks for the info, bro nono.

It is high time to source for good massage places to replace the previous king massage at formosa ..:)

[XXLCat]

Any bros here use gojek app to go around in batam? Is it same app and login as singapore gojek app or have to download a new gojek app in batam and sign up a new account for use in batam?

hassle free, one account to use across borders :D

[XXLCat]

One source reported that some Spore cheongster at batam wanted to buy ticket back to singapore and requested to arrive at harbourfront ferry terminal instead of tanan merah ferry terminal
But was told by the batam ferry terminal staff that Harbourfront Ferry Terminal will only start operation on 15 June 2022 and the ticket price remain the same at 80 bucks for 2 ways.:)

80 SGD for a return ticket.... Was this the same price 2 years ago?:confused:

[OnlyLiveOnce]

80 SGD for a return ticket.... Was this the same price 2 years ago?:confused:


The price has rocketed to more than double the old rates for senior!

[3SIX5days]

Long time never go Batam. The tickets so expensive :eek:

[SMCUSER]

Thank you all bros for the information! Going to visit batam soon.

[PervMonk]

Now then I realised in Indonesia do not need VPN to access SBF. And if you turn on VPN, can't even access Google.com....

[retirebatam]

double post

[retirebatam]

80 SGD for a return ticket.... Was this the same price 2 years ago?:confused:

Pre-covid time use to be $48 for return ticket. But was then revised to $80.

I reckon the reason for the steep increase in the ferry ticket price could be due to the global oil price increase and the reduction in the frequency of the ferry departure and arrival.

Horizon ferry used to have 12 departure per day before covid but now was reduced to 3 departure per day.

Once on wednesday harbourfront ferry terminal resume operation, the frequency may increase back to 12 times per day.

And probably the return ferry ticket price may be reduce to 60 (now currently 80) since the frequency increase which generate more profit for the ferry company

[kbt7046]

Ferry ticket price, airfare is likely to rise further, not going down. Thanks to Putin and Kim Jong Un.

[BFOMF5]

Took a walk at HBF
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[BFOMF5]

https://img2.uploadhouse.com/fileuploads/29463/29463562bf2c74e24b11f07b88980848e5e899d0.jpg

[BFOMF5]

https://img3.uploadhouse.com/fileuploads/29463/294635632ff36a54e81f6fd53285bb38f57a7044.jpg

FYI

[xiang8080]

Hey guys, have a few questions, hooefully can get some info before my trip

1) with formosa hotel closed, any good lobang on where to stay?



So this mean king massage and alishan also closed?

[H0pe1100]

The existing unused tickets with the ticket number starting with HH can still be used but need to top up another S$40 for 2 way ferry.

Previously those who travel to Batam really have to suffer all the tiring hassle like:
1) Buy insurance for few days stay in batam.
2) Take covid tests plus tested negative in both countries
3) Stay overnight at one of the hotel assigned for quarantine
4) Download PeduliLindungi Mobile App and use it in batam frequently.

Now that all these requirement have been lifted, only need to show the hardcopy of the vaccination cert is really a breeze for visiting batam again.:D

Source also reported that currently the large number of visitors in batam are mainly from other parts of indonesia and sporean only constitute about 20-30% of total no. of visitors currently as compared to pre-covid times where sporean form majority of the visitors. :)

Bro, they waive insurance too ?

[PervMonk]

Bro, they waive insurance too ?

Just FYI, so far this trip which I came on Friday, no checking on the insurance, they just ask me for the pedulilingdungi app to scan the QR code at harbourbay. Not sure about batam centre though. Also for Friday, took 1st vessel from TMFT to HarbourBay and TMFT was quite crowded plus Horizon was 100% booked for both normal and business class.

[retirebatam]

Ferry ticket price, airfare is likely to rise further, not going down. Thanks to Putin and Kim Jong Un.

Sad to know that although the frequency of ferry to batam at harbourfront increase from 3 to 8 ferry per day for Horizon Ferry, the return ticket price remain at 80 bucks.

This makes it not worth to go batam for short trip like 1 night stay or same day go & return.

[deepie]

Sad to know that although the frequency of ferry to batam at harbourfront increase from 3 to 8 ferry per day for Horizon Ferry, the return ticket price remain at 80 bucks.

This makes it not worth to go batam for short trip like 1 night stay or same day go & return.
Stare at the $80 notes and use your five fingers

[ahboy1299]

Do i need to apply for Sg arrival card when i come back from batam?

[kbt7046]

I wonder why so many people still complaining about ferry ticket price. Airfare and ferry ticket price have rise significantly, inflation rate has speed up, don't expect overseas travel cost will come down, it won't drop to pre-covid level anytime soon, probably never happen. Overseas travel is no longer for Low Income Earners, it is for Middle Income Earners like me, low income earners can forget about going overseas for leisure.

[PervMonk]

Do i need to apply for Sg arrival card when i come back from batam?

It's @ must for ferry, without it can't get boarding pass for return if u t@king horizon. Not sure if same for other ferries

[retirebatam]

Do i need to apply for Sg arrival card when i come back from batam?

Yes all travellers travelling to singapore by air or sea will be required to submit sg arrival card regardless of nationalities.

Fot land travel JB to spore, only sporean, PR & LTVP not require.

[Ilovebatam0101]

Will be in batam for the next 4days, going to check out joints and ktvs, anyone interested to join, just let me know

[Lukedavies69]

Will be in batam for the next 4days, going to check out joints and ktvs, anyone interested to join, just let me know

I am considering trip to Batam next weekend but wonder if any bros can send me link(s) to best spas/brothels on the island? I want to pick a hotel close to all the action. Will +rep for any info

[deepie]

I am considering trip to Batam next weekend but wonder if any bros can send me link(s) to best spas/brothels on the island? I want to pick a hotel close to all the action. Will +rep for any info
Hana hotel or paragon hotel hahaa..just walkover book n fuck

[Naka_Timo]

Hana hotel or paragon hotel hahaa..just walkover book n fuck

Nice share. Upped +150

I am considering trip to Batam next weekend but wonder if any bros can send me link(s) to best spas/brothels on the island? I want to pick a hotel close to all the action. Will +rep for any info

LOL u have no power how to up? up already also zero.

Please read the thread on rep points update.

[yuanswang]

Bros, for the ferry just walk-in get ticket can or should advance book? Return also should book confirm date time? Or open ticket also can? Like pre COVID

[PervMonk]

Bros, for the ferry just walk-in get ticket can or should advance book? Return also should book confirm date time? Or open ticket also can? Like pre COVID

Best is you book online first if you are getting on those peak periods, this will save you the worries of not able to grab the seats. But do note that you still need to go to counter to get boarding pass before boarding.

Also online booking will be able to book 5he return dates but walk-in can't. Walk-ins only able to get exiting Singapore if you are in Singapore now or exiting batam if you are in Batam now.

[throwawayournam]

Thanks to all the bros here for giving advice - I'll share my experience now that I'm back to give back and hopefully help somebody else!

Ferry: There are a lot of ferry companies but they all charge $80 for a two way ticket. I picked Majestic because the boat looked newer and they had the option for an open return ticket. Travel is basically as per normal (no insurance, etc.) just need to bring your vaccine cert and download the PeduliLindungi app. You'll never use it other than during Immigration. When you scan the code, it'll give an error but as long as they see the error they'll let you in.

Transport: Taxi cartels mean that you can't use Grab or Gojek from major locations like malls or the ferry terminal. Getting dropped off there is fine, though. I couldn't be bothered to walk out to get a Grab - a taxi to my hotel in Nagoya was 70k Rp. The Grab ride back was only 35k Rp so that's the markup you can expect. Getting around town I never spent more than 15k Rp on a ride.

Hotel: I stayed at Planet Holiday - the hotel itself was decent other than internet being a bit slow. I'd heard there's a disco and casino but not really my thing so I didn't go looking for it. The location's a bit further - either a Grab ride or a long walk to the Nagoya area, so I might stay somewhere nearer next time.

Chionging

Won't go into too much detail unless anybody wants more details but I tried a few places. 3scap3, H4lo K1tty, and S4kur4. I had the best experience in HK by far - they have an all-in menu of 870k Rp, I requested for a therapist who spoke good English so communication wasn't painful. One thing I'd advise bros is not to make the same mistake I did. In S4kur4 when the therapist quoted 100 I thought I so huat got extra for 100k Rp. Big head not working lah, thought maybe she like me so much or what. Ended up she meant 100 SGD (why would you even quote me prices in SGD when I'm in Batam.) Anyway, managed to bargain it down to 800k Rp afterward - still on the higher side but when the deed is done it's harder. Bo bian.

[yuanswang]

Best is you book online first if you are getting on those peak periods, this will save you the worries of not able to grab the seats. But do note that you still need to go to counter to get boarding pass before boarding.

Also online booking will be able to book 5he return dates but walk-in can't. Walk-ins only able to get exiting Singapore if you are in Singapore now or exiting batam if you are in Batam now.
As per your 2nd paragraph can walk-in from SG right? Also can walk-in for return. Dates confirm but not sure about timing so asking. Just hold the passport Nd vaccinated cert, right?

[kbt7046]

I've went to Batam twice between May and June, both departure from Tanah Merah. Currently I'm still at Tg Balai since arrival on June 16, may stay here until June 26. Base on my latest experience, all you need is hard copy of vaccine cert and the Pedulindungi App ( in fact Indonesia authority does not check the app, only the staff at Sindo Ferry counter check the app). It is as easier as pre-covid era to enter Indonesia now, unlike the time when I went to Batam on May which still require to take pre-departure ART and on June 1 which still require travel insurance. Now just download Pedulindungi from Google and print a copy of vaccine cert will do.

[Sipapi]

Nobody asked, but just to let u guys know.

Now that harbour bay is open, u guys can easily book gojek or grab from the carpark outside Marriott Hotel. there is a green stand showing Gojek for people who want to take grab/gojek instead of local taxi. :)

Those who go via batam center will still have to take local taxi.

[PervMonk]

Nobody asked, but just to let u guys know.

Now that harbour bay is open, u guys can easily book gojek or grab from the carpark outside Marriott Hotel. there is a green stand showing Gojek for people who want to take grab/gojek instead of local taxi. :)

Those who go via batam center will still have to take local taxi.

True about the stand but the stand do not appear in the app the last I tried. Able to select Marriott lobby but did not indicate is the one 9n top or below near the Starbucks. Ended up the car went upstairs while I was below waiting even though I took a picture and sent with the app showing I was downstairs....

[PervMonk]

As per your 2nd paragraph can walk-in from SG right? Also can walk-in for return. Dates confirm but not sure about timing so asking. Just hold the passport Nd vaccinated cert, right?
Yes return can walk-in too at Batam, but they won't give you boarding pass until u showed proof of completing the SG arrival card which must be within 3 days of return trip

[tnkaki]

I've went to Batam twice between May and June, both departure from Tanah Merah. Currently I'm still at Tg Balai since arrival on June 16, may stay here until June 26. Base on my latest experience, all you need is hard copy of vaccine cert and the Pedulindungi App ( in fact Indonesia authority does not check the app, only the staff at Sindo Ferry counter check the app). It is as easier as pre-covid era to enter Indonesia now, unlike the time when I went to Batam on May which still require to take pre-departure ART and on June 1 which still require travel insurance. Now just download Pedulindungi from Google and print a copy of vaccine cert will do.

Bro, planning to go to Batam, do we still needs to buy insurance coverage for Covid 19?

[kyutake]

Any Bros going to batam between 28th June to 1st July? I am heading over for business trip so at night if want we can chiong together hahaha

[retirebatam]

Just pass by horizon ferry harbourfront
Was told that the price for 2 way ticket was reduced from $80 to $70.

My earlier prediction was $60 but given that oil price still so high and gst implementing in the near future, 60 bucks is unlikely...

The departure from harbourfront to harbourbay also increase from 8 to 12 per day

Those who bought return ticket during precovid time can be used with top up of 35 sing dolar. Pink ticket.

[gonebonkers]

Hi all bros,

I am planning a trip to Batam this August with 3 more friends. I have planning to book a villa and we got a room each, hoping to get a girl (outcall) each for massage and more.

Problem is, we all have no clue where or how to outcall the girls. Is there such a massage service in Batam? We are only looking to outcall the girls back to our villa for massage and have no intention to do it at massage houses/spas etc.

I really appreciate your time reading this and thanks in advance for your guidance/replies via PM.

[PervMonk]

Hi all bros,

I am planning a trip to Batam this August with 3 more friends. I have planning to book a villa and we got a room each, hoping to get a girl (outcall) each for massage and more.

Problem is, we all have no clue where or how to outcall the girls. Is there such a massage service in Batam? We are only looking to outcall the girls back to our villa for massage and have no intention to do it at massage houses/spas etc.

I really appreciate your time reading this and thanks in advance for your guidance/replies via PM.

Once arrive, just turn on either WeChat or MiChat and wait, no need to go find. They will message u. But for WeChat, u might need to do a Scan Nearby first but also no need to add, after that they will message you. Cons is you can't confirm if the pic and person us real and it will be based on your location which if you are at those outskirts area, might not be that good. Never tried before at those area so maybe other bros might want to highlight. MiChat is better in this sense is that you can spoof your location but not for Wechat

[Scalper]

Governor tells Batam-Singapore ferry operators to slash fares

https://www.thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2022/06/21/governor-tells-batam-singapore-ferry-operators-to-slash-fares.html

[Black Page]

Once arrive, just turn on either WeChat or MiChat and wait, no need to go find. They will message u. But for WeChat, u might need to do a Scan Nearby first but also no need to add, after that they will message you. Cons is you can't confirm if the pic and person us real and it will be based on your location which if you are at those outskirts area, might not be that good.
Last thing I would recommend is to use WeChat to find a girl to call to a remote location as a resort.:eek:
Actually, whenever I have tried WeChat in Nagoya I have never found a girl I would have welcomed to my room (with one notable exception, who was not a working girl). All girls were not looking as in the pic, older, rushy, sleazy, trying to exploit me for more money. One thing is meeting that person in a cafe, to talk before maybe going to hotel. Another is having someone rude and not pleasant in a room in a resort. You will get rid of that person only after giving a lot of money.
To be honest, I would not recommend to have such holidays in a resort, unless I know the girl before and I purposely invite her there.

[Black Page]

Problem is, we all have no clue where or how to outcall the girls.
Then, forget to book a room in a resort hoping to find someone you like by chance on the spot. My advice.

[kbt7046]

For me, I rather seek cewek via local taxi or GoCar drivers than on MeChat or WeChat. At least I can see the ceweks in person before I decide who to book.

[Klone80]

Hi guys. I haven't go to batam for many years. Planning to go for 3d2n. Can recommend any places to go? Like pub, or where to find girls, where to stay?
I'll be going solo. Thanks in advance

[penyet]

https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg98/myhotbox/oil_price_marked_up.jpg?width=285&height=175&crop=fill

Lau chiao will remember about 10yrs ago, when oil price shoot up, ferry ticket price go up a lot - see chart.
Then oil price go down a lot but ferry ticket price never go back down, fat fat profit for ferry operators.
Now oil price go back up to about same level as last time, so ferry ticket should be same as last time as oil price up at same level, but no - ferry ticket price go up some more!!!
Ferry ticket price follow oil price up, but never follow oil price down!!! :eek:

[penyet]

https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg98/myhotbox/oil_price_marked_up2.jpg?width=2850&height=1750&crop=fill

repost bigger image with year stamp

[nitecrawllerr]

https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg98/myhotbox/oil_price_marked_up.jpg?width=285&height=175&crop=fill

Ferry ticket price follow oil price up, but never follow oil price down!!! :eek:

Not just ferry ticket. Your caipng price will also rise and will not head south. Same for cewek price. It will not go down.

[kbt7046]

Not just ferry ticket. Your caipng price will also rise and will not head south. Same for cewek price. It will not go down.

Bus fare, MRT fare and electricity rates in SG also same, not just ferry operators. Ferry operators are suffering substantial losses during past 2 years due to border closure, need to recover losses, understandably. However SMRT, SP Power, SBS & etc are still making profit, still raise price whenever there is hike on oil price.

[penyet]

Not just ferry ticket. Your caipng price will also rise and will not head south. Same for cewek price. It will not go down.

True, agree with u inflation will affect many things.

But my point is ferry ticket price already went up a lot (close to double, if i remember) about 10 yrs ago when oil price shot up to about same level as now (USD100+ per barrel). Shortly after, oil prices fell a lot. But ferry ticket price remain at the increased high level. Ferry ticket price never adjust back down.

Now, oil price go back up to that same high level as last time, and ferry operators increase already high (from last round high oil price) ticket price by double!

Ferry ticket price inflation not same same as other things. Double the dose! :mad:

[penyet]

Bus fare, MRT fare and electricity rates in SG also same, not just ferry operators.

Yes true but bus fare, MRT fare and electricity rates go up and down moderately in line with oil price. But ferry ticket prices go up a lot about 10 yrs ago and never come down when oil price fell a lot. 1 direction only - up and up a lot!


Ferry operators are suffering substantial losses during past 2 years due to border closure, need to recover losses, understandably.

Most of us also suffer losses past 2 yrs. Who do we recover our losses from? Also ferry operators can reduce losses from laying off staff and not having to pay for oil and ferry terminal charges.


However SMRT, SP Power, SBS & etc are still making profit, still raise price whenever there is hike on oil price.

The price hikes for these are more modest and gradual, and for SP Power, it also comes down when oil price fall.

[maddog_mlvn]

To all Btm Cheongster, hope nobody had the same experience after this warning. Those who like Disco and Ktv, pls don't believe the driver or gals u book, they have commission fm the operator. Went to try out this Disco / Ktv Bombastic.
This place had nothing new to show or surprise u, the name Bombastic is name after the price on the drink's menu, and the bill fits the name well too. And tks guys for reading my post.

[lincoln3010]

To all Btm Cheongster, hope nobody had the same experience after this warning. Those who like Disco and Ktv, pls don't believe the driver or gals u book, they have commission fm the operator. Went to try out this Disco / Ktv Bombastic.
This place had nothing new to show or surprise u, the name Bombastic is name after the price on the drink's menu, and the bill fits the name well too. And tks guys for reading my post.

How bad was the damage

[maddog_mlvn]

How bad was the damage

Double the normal price of any Disco.

[hereford]

Looking for a driver number Chinese 60+ Yr old quite tall uncle with curly hair
His name is kiang or chiang , lost his contact after my friend lost his phone
Appreciate for help thanks .

[deepie]

Anyone wana join me 10th July fir 2 nights? As usual i'm staying Biz Hotel .

Wana try visit the new club Holywings but sadly my wife's friend works there...heheee

[nitecrawllerr]

Wana try visit the new club Holywings but sadly my wife's friend works there...heheee

Holywings. Sounds familiar.

https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/indonesian-bar-sparks-uproar-with-muhammad-drink-promotion

[Heil Hitler]

Any bros here know if the money changers at Lucky Plaza are open? Usually the goldsmiths double as money changers. Thanks

[ndnd]

Holywings. Sounds familiar.

https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/indonesian-bar-sparks-uproar-with-muhammad-drink-promotion

Their Batam outlets just recently started.
Located at Harbourbay.
Boss is Indonesian Actor cum Lawyer.
Famous club throughout whole Indonesia.

[Ilovebatam0101]

Will be in batam again on the 8th July for about 1-2weeks. Anyone interested to join just let me know, will likely be clubbing at Holywings and going KTVs after taking girls from joints

[yuanswang]

Bros, plan to go on July 1st week but seems COVID cases now start to high. Any new changes in travel protocol recently? Means to do compulsory Pre or post departure ART and insurance? Hopefully still vaccinated enough.

[nitecrawllerr]

Their Batam outlets just recently started.
Located at Harbourbay.
Boss is Indonesian Actor cum Lawyer.
Famous club throughout whole Indonesia.

I see. One day will drop by. Tks Andy..:D

[sonia4356]

Hi Friends...

I am wondering how would you compare Batam vs JB for special massage and FJ? I have been to Batam for this one but haven't tried in JB.

Any comments on differences in price or quality of services etc?

Love to join if anyone planning Jb trip for the same reason.

Thanks.

[Klone80]

Anybody can recommend a driver? Please pm me. Thanks

[kyutake]

So just to update the bros here,

Short time prices have increased, now average about 800k

Long time prices are around 1.3-1.5 jutas.

Ladies at the spa are extremely hungry for sgd. so they will very likely seek your payment in sgd.

Went to h4llo kitty: damage 150 sgd.

Holy wings disco is very expensive, bros can try bombastic.

[Klone80]

Reached batam today and went to 3 joints. 1 is closed. The other 2 quality so so only. Took 1 for 1.3j. Exchange rate in harborbay is 10550 today

[Xhuuya]

Any bros here know if the money changers at Lucky Plaza are open? Usually the goldsmiths double as money changers. Thanks
Its still open

[Black Page]

Reached batam today and went to 3 joints. 1 is closed. The other 2 quality so so only. Took 1 for 1.3j. Exchange rate in harborbay is 10550 today

Would you please share more details? what places? what type of girls? old and seasoned?

[Ilovepussies]

Reached batam today and went to 3 joints. 1 is closed. The other 2 quality so so only. Took 1 for 1.3j. Exchange rate in harborbay is 10550 today

Share places info pls

[astrayred]

Hi guys,

Pre-covid, the new extension of Batam City Hotel had an in-house spa... Had a good experience there. Anyone knows if the spa is still operating?

Additionally, how is Delta Spa nowadays?

[Xhuuya]

Hi guys,

Pre-covid, the new extension of Batam City Hotel had an in-house spa... Had a good experience there. Anyone knows if the spa is still operating?

Additionally, how is Delta Spa nowadays?

Hi. The spa call VeNew Spa
Its still open and running.
Can check instagram for gal list

Delta still the same lha. Bit more expensive

[Klone80]

Thanks to all the bros here for giving advice - I'll share my experience now that I'm back to give back and hopefully help somebody else!

Ferry: There are a lot of ferry companies but they all charge $80 for a two way ticket. I picked Majestic because the boat looked newer and they had the option for an open return ticket. Travel is basically as per normal (no insurance, etc.) just need to bring your vaccine cert and download the PeduliLindungi app. You'll never use it other than during Immigration. When you scan the code, it'll give an error but as long as they see the error they'll let you in.

Transport: Taxi cartels mean that you can't use Grab or Gojek from major locations like malls or the ferry terminal. Getting dropped off there is fine, though. I couldn't be bothered to walk out to get a Grab - a taxi to my hotel in Nagoya was 70k Rp. The Grab ride back was only 35k Rp so that's the markup you can expect. Getting around town I never spent more than 15k Rp on a ride.

Hotel: I stayed at Planet Holiday - the hotel itself was decent other than internet being a bit slow. I'd heard there's a disco and casino but not really my thing so I didn't go looking for it. The location's a bit further - either a Grab ride or a long walk to the Nagoya area, so I might stay somewhere nearer next time.

Chionging

Won't go into too much detail unless anybody wants more details but I tried a few places. 3scap3, H4lo K1tty, and S4kur4. I had the best experience in HK by far - they have an all-in menu of 870k Rp, I requested for a therapist who spoke good English so communication wasn't painful. One thing I'd advise bros is not to make the same mistake I did. In S4kur4 when the therapist quoted 100 I thought I so huat got extra for 100k Rp. Big head not working lah, thought maybe she like me so much or what. Ended up she meant 100 SGD (why would you even quote me prices in SGD when I'm in Batam.) Anyway, managed to bargain it down to 800k Rp afterward - still on the higher side but when the deed is done it's harder. Bo bian.

bro thanks for your info. Due to your FR, I went to stay at planet holiday also. Too bad I was told casino was closed due to raid last week. basement put wasn't crowded due to weekday I guess. And I didn't try the KTV as I booked cewek from outside. I was told by recep that its a "sleazy" KTV. his words. Haha

[Klone80]

Bros, plan to go on July 1st week but seems COVID cases now start to high. Any new changes in travel protocol recently? Means to do compulsory Pre or post departure ART and insurance? Hopefully still vaccinated enough.

Left batam today. no change in protocol yet in harbourbay. Just need to download the app and show them vaccine cert.

[Klone80]

Would you please share more details? what places? what type of girls? old and seasoned?

1st day I went, all the girls at Melody look very sour face. 1 or 2 slim ones and about 10 meaty ones. So I left and went to 2nd place opposite hana hotel, forgot the name.
This joint have about 10 girls. 3 girls the papi said about 20s and the rest above 30s.
1 girl keep smiling at me, so even though she don't look so nice, I just took her coz lazy to go searching again. Standard rate 1.3juta.
I won't say much about her skills but I didn't enjoy it very much. So I told her to go home about 8-9?pm.
Later at night, I tried michat outcall massage services. got assigned a girl about 23 yrs old but slim and small size. Massage was soft, not much strength but pretty relaxing and I fell asleep halfway. Until ending also no mention of extra services so I directly asked her how much for extra. 500k for hjand she doesn't do ST.
2nd day I went to traditional massage at Indothai massage around 450k for 2 hour massage. Went back hotel around 3pm and feel lazy, so I ask ojek driver I know to help me get a cewek.
He took 1 from Memory ktv also 1.3juta. Looks nothing much, but quite gentle and accomodating. not fat but meaty some places. totally shaved bare. Problem is she not very skillful, have to tell her what to do. But in the end happy coz she do everything I ask without reject.
I also took a michat girl ST for 500k. Totally different girl from pic but its ok, On holiday and don't want to spoil my good mood

[penyet]

Bus fare, MRT fare and electricity rates in SG also same, not just ferry operators.

https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/gg98/myhotbox/sg_elect_tariffs.jpg

1 more pt about comparing elect rates and ferry ticket prices in Sg.
Yes, elect rates in Sg also gone up..... to about same level as 10 yrs ago (most of us probably don't realise this), when oil prices then were as high as now (see earlier chart on oil prices).
But ferry prices are nearly double of 10 yrs ago though oil prices are just back to about same level!!

[Tomas79]

Hi there,

Will be travelling to Batam for a short one day trip. Any seniors bros here able to provide some info for good authentic massage joint? Just wondering whether if Eatern food court across BCS mall is still operating? It's been a long 2 1/2 years since my last trip there. Thanks in advance. Appreciated.

[deepie]

Hi there,

Will be travelling to Batam for a short one day trip. Any seniors bros here able to provide some info for good authentic massage joint? Just wondering whether if Eatern food court across BCS mall is still operating? It's been a long 2 1/2 years since my last trip there. Thanks in advance. Appreciated.
Bcs mall open. Opposite bcs Tuina for authentic madsage is must go.

[maddog_mlvn]

Hi there,

Will be travelling to Batam for a short one day trip. Any seniors bros here able to provide some info for good authentic massage joint? Just wondering whether if Eatern food court across BCS mall is still operating? It's been a long 2 1/2 years since my last trip there. Thanks in advance. Appreciated.

Eatern foodcourt still open, but the stall that sell the food u looking for may not be there any more.

[Klone80]

Hi there,

Will be travelling to Batam for a short one day trip. Any seniors bros here able to provide some info for good authentic massage joint? Just wondering whether if Eatern food court across BCS mall is still operating? It's been a long 2 1/2 years since my last trip there. Thanks in advance. Appreciated.

If massage near BCS, you can go mybalithai. about 300k for 1.5hr. I went many times never had extras offered, so suitable for clean massage. Also, near BCS have A2 foodcourt. Renovated with few more stalls.

[yuanswang]

Finally plan to go on Monday after 2.5 years. Wish me guys. This time solo trip.

[Tomas79]

Thks bro Klone80, bro maddog and bro deepie for the very informative reply. I will check out those that have been suggested. Appreciated! Thank you! :D

[sohbuckkong]

Finally plan to go on Monday after 2.5 years. Wish me guys. ........
All the best.

[OnlyLiveOnce]

Hi there,

Will be travelling to Batam for a short one day trip. Any seniors bros here able to provide some info for good authentic massage joint? Just wondering whether if Eatern food court across BCS mall is still operating? It's been a long 2 1/2 years since my last trip there. Thanks in advance. Appreciated.

Yes, bro , the Eatern Food Court is opened and the famous yam fish soup is doing a roaring business but closed on Monday and first and fifteen of the lunar month. If you are staying longer, you should also patronise the awesome Nagoya Food Court, a hugh fantastic food court with no equal in the neighbouring region. Enjoy and cheers.

[Black Page]

Yes, bro , the Eatern Food Court is opened and the famous yam fish soup is doing a roaring business but closed on Monday and first and fifteen of the lunar month. If you are staying longer, you should also patronise the awesome Nagoya Food Court, a hugh fantastic food court with no equal in the neighbouring region. Enjoy and cheers.
I was used to go to Windsor very often. Not because it was the best, probably, but because I am "resistant to changes", and I was used to that. Besides food, I liked to have the stage with singers.

I understand you are expert. Would you make a summary of best food courts available in Batam nowadays? Please please? :)
Thanks in advance.

[OnlyLiveOnce]

I understand you are expert. Would you make a summary of best food courts available in Batam nowadays? Please please? :)
Thanks in advance.

Hi Bro,

Sorry, I am not an expert on food in Batiram but we always go to Eatern Food Court for their excellent yam fish soup and other food for lunch. Similarly, we also go to Windsor for our dinner plus drinks as we just walked across the street from the Harmoni Suites Hotel, but this place had closed down. We found an awesome replacement in the Nagoya Food Court, built about a year ago, huge beautiful and endowed with various types of food at good price. The seafood stall is also excellent with 10% discount in pricing just like in Windsor. Do try it out and repor back. All types of drinks are also available and there is even a second floor which we have no time to check out. Cheers and enjoy.

[Black Page]

Hi Bro,

Sorry, I am not an expert on food in Batiram but we always go to Eatern Food Court for their excellent yam fish soup and other food for lunch. Similarly, we also go to Windsor for our dinner plus drinks as we just walked across the street from the Harmoni Suites Hotel, but this place had closed down. We found an awesome replacement in the Nagoya Food Court, built about a year ago, huge beautiful and endowed with various types of food at good price. The seafood stall is also excellent with 10% discount in pricing just like in Windsor. Do try it out and repor back. All types of drinks are also available and there is even a second floor which we have no time to check out. Cheers and enjoy.

I will be there in October, unless COVID will make Indonesia and Singapore to tighten immigration policies again :eek:
I have the time to read here and study.
However, would you please make a summary of where are Eatern and Nagoya Food Court? I know A2.
Thanks.

[Xhuuya]

The biggest foodcourt right now in Batam is Nagoya Foodcourt, 2nd floor is nice for drinking with view ofc.
All massage across bcs is clean. Except venew with VM.

New info is they will open new spa or massage in golden gate hotel 4th floor. No info about service yet. Will give more information later .

[tpylor8]

Do the massage places in Batam malls provide extra services.
any massage places in the grand batam mall or nagoya hill mall where one can get extras

[YummyBear]

Appreciate if any bros able to share the current price range of Venew spa @ batam City Hotel. Wouldn't want to spoil market.

Hoping to pop over after dinner to relax on my next trip. Thanks in advance!

[aimee]

Hi bros, I'll be going with a friend to batam next weekend. Any recommendations for places to book LT? Pre covid I've went to places like Bunga, not sure if it's still open. I've read a bro posted about Hallo Kitty, is the ladies there able to be booked for LT?

[YummyBear]

Hi bros, I'll be going with a friend to batam next weekend. Any recommendations for places to book LT? Pre covid I've went to places like Bunga, not sure if it's still open. I've read a bro posted about Hallo Kitty, is the ladies there able to be booked for LT?

Not sure about Hello Kitty, but Bunga change name to Mewah. Try searching for segar pka new berry.

Post FR if you found anything good.

Cheers

[maddog_mlvn]

I was used to go to Windsor very often. Not because it was the best, probably, but because I am "resistant to changes", and I was used to that. Besides food, I liked to have the stage with singers.

Good news to u Windsor hv reopen on the 1st July
Eatern kopitiam is directly opp BCS Shopping Mall.
Nagoya Foodcourt is opp Biz Hotel.

[Xhuuya]

Do the massage places in Batam malls provide extra services.
any massage places in the grand batam mall or nagoya hill mall where one can get extras

No.some rumour but no. Only venewspa in batam city hotel can

Appreciate if any bros able to share the current price range of Venew spa @ batam City Hotel. Wouldn't want to spoil market.

Hoping to pop over after dinner to relax on my next trip. Thanks in advance!

300k opwn clothes include bra
500k-800k fj. But not all ladies can since its vm place


Fj spa is in h@llokitty spa(behind dc mall) and octopus spa(pasific palace) and phoenix spa (harbourbay)

[YummyBear]

No.some rumour but no. Only venewspa in batam city hotel can



300k opwn clothes include bra
500k-800k fj. But not all ladies can since its vm place


Fj spa is in h@llokitty spa(behind dc mall) and octopus spa(pasific palace) and phoenix spa (harbourbay)

Thanks for sharing. +17.
But, what is VM place?
Would you happen to know entrance charges as well?
Similar to Octopuss? Recalled it was somewhere 1.5juta upwards pre covid, which includes entrance + service in room. Need to prep my friend to bring sufficient rupiah.
Thanks!

[Xhuuya]

Thanks for sharing. +17.
But, what is VM place?
Would you happen to know entrance charges as well?
Similar to Octopuss? Recalled it was somewhere 1.5juta upwards pre covid, which includes entrance + service in room. Need to prep my friend to bring sufficient rupiah.
Thanks!

VM is Vitality Massage or maybe HandJob we usually call

The price is about 450k-600k

Venew Spa (batam city hotel)
Ordinary room massagr is 395k not include nuru massage (fitness suit massage), dragonfly, or others or extra warmer oil

Venus spa (Batam center front sahid hotel)
Room deluxe 425k
If u get member for 105k
U will get 30% discount for a year (room only) and can be use right away before you pay
Not include nuru, double handjob, ext

Phoenix spa (harbourbay)
Deluxe room 420k
Vip 520k
Not include nuru, swimsuit( yes. Swimsuit, NOT BIKINI <i alrd cry once
Have something like loyalty program discount next visit

Octopus spa ( pasific hotel spa)

Deluxe about 450k-550k
For massage only (TH1)

TH2 is freelance
Include room 75mins
Silver 700k
Gold 800k-900k
Platinum 1200k

Silver usually already had child
Gold is still havent
Platinum is for thr best service

For other local massage parlors i think its variety. Therea some good one wwithgood price

Hellokittyspa
Yeah this guy charge 800k for singaporean

[kaisamster]

Hey guys.. I am planning to go Batam on 22 July Friday night (ard 7/8pm ferry) .. Likely staying near Nagoya area.. Come back on Sunday 24 July afternoon (can opt for open ticket)...

Looking for 1 to 2 buddy to chiong together...

PM me if you are interested.. We can arrange from there

[boymetal]

FR Last Month


Went on a Weekday - Ferry ticket was $79 (majestic ferry) book via an Agent.

1st Day- Stay at Planet Holiday Hotel.. Room is around $35 ish. The 1st day i spent alot of time going to the Mall - DC Mall..Nagoya Hill..Mega Mall to buy stuffs.
End up night i open Michat and manage to book a girl ST for 350rb . Lady not the same as PIC.. But still ok. Service wise is standard..the lady wanted to Stay overnigjt but i prefer to sleep alone. Hotel wise.is good for the price i paid. Theres swimming pool and GYM..but i didnt have time to.explore the Club/KTV inside the Hotel.

2nd Day i check out and Book Hans Inn. Went to Golden Prawn City to see2 and look2, theres this massage joint along the shophouse there..(opposite Cheng Ho Mosque). Tried the 200rb package ( massage + scrub + facial)..was assigned a plump lady.. Haiiz at the end she pop up GQ... BJ 200rb FJ 500rb, i opt for BJ... On my way out saw a few lookers..maybe will come again to try the others.
Night time 3am, felt hornish..so i open MiChat, manage to get a girl to my room for 350rb, a young 22yr old, i had to check her IC to make sure that shes not underage. Service wise is OK. Next day return back to SG.


Plan to go to batam again next week with a friend, maybe this time round..will try the KTV girls etc.

[PrcLust]

Seems like michat more lobang than WeChat. My WeChat experience is if the girl offer st for 600k and not willing to vc first then confirm us agent behind the profile.

[Xhuuya]

Yes. Michat is more used by local people in Batam
Theres freelance too with nice photo and review in some other forum.
If u want the watsap number for boss PH (his alias) , u can pm me

[yuanswang]

Michat got a lot of girls then WeChat but can't guarantee the girl will be same and real account. Many of them using younger age photos and many others is not real account. Pimp will bring the girls some times. Better don't give the room number in chat, just receive them in lobby. Can straight away reject if not real girl or else. If come into room they will argue to give atleast 100k for taxi money if we reject. This thing Last time happed for us. Photo look young but delivery is other older girl. And some more you can see same girl photos from more other account you can try avoid them and avoid which is using too much pretty photos. Mostly that is pimps Michat or not real account. This story is applicable on wechat too.

[Xhuuya]

Michat got a lot of girls then WeChat but can't guarantee the girl will be same and real account. Many of them using younger age photos and many others is not real account. Pimp will bring the girls some times. Better don't give the room number in chat, just receive them in lobby. Can straight away reject if not real girl or else. If come into room they will argue to give atleast 100k for taxi money if we reject. This thing Last time happed for us. Photo look young but delivery is other older girl. And some more you can see same girl photos from more other account you can try avoid them and avoid which is using too much pretty photos. Mostly that is pimps Michat or not real account. This story is applicable on wechat too.

Yes, doing michat is dangerous here. Sometimes after the girl enter, there will some man coming in said that u sleep with his GF blablabla
In the end money lha...
Better find joint or spa or ktv girl lha

Btw wheres melody joint? Is it the one near former goodway hotel?

[hawkeye007]

I will be there in October, unless COVID will make Indonesia and Singapore to tighten immigration policies again :eek:
I have the time to read here and study.
However, would you please make a summary of where are Eatern and Nagoya Food Court? I know A2.
Thanks.

Eatern is just a coffeeshop, not a foodcourt. It is right opposite BCS Pintu 2 (Door 2).

Nagoya foodcourt is the newest on the scene and definitely a sight to behold. There has to be like 50-60 food stalls there, spread over 2 levels. What sets it apart from the other foodcourts is the variety of food available there; apart from the usual Indonesian and Singapore-centric food, there are stuffs like pizza, pasta, Jap food as well.

It’s right opposite Biz Hotel…

[lurpsexx]

Hi bros, hows the situation with taking grab n gojek to move around harborbay, Nagoya mall, bcs mall, grand Batam? Last time had harrowing experience of grab driver being chased off n me running with him too! Nowadays, can hail grab anywhere or need to hide in certain areas then the grab/ gojek will come pick up?

[lincoln3010]

Better don't take grab
Or gojek
Stick to normal taxis
Or find a local driver and agree with him a price
For your duration of stay

[nitecrawllerr]

Better don't take grab
Or gojek
Stick to normal taxis
Or find a local driver and agree with him a price
For your duration of stay

Why? Bad experience? I always took grab. Fast and convenient.