John Mee – Some programmer in Sydney

Jogja

Left Surabuya for Jogjakata. Was told the train left at 1pm but it eventually left at 3pm arriving at 10:30. Only cost 2600rp ($1.70) to go 400 kms. There were some pretty sus looking characters on the train but I got lucky and was adopted by a carriage-load of school children (primary). One of the teachers spoke english and sat me down with the school principal, fed me, introduced all the children (who walked back and forth pretending to be just passing by so they could get a look at me). Even had a policeman come and sit next to me for an hour or so, working on his English. I was very grateful for the security they gave me. I think I’ll pay the extra and go business class next time – to get away from the riff-raff.