I had a truly special stay at Wida’s home in Turgo. I came expecting to see Merapi up close, but what stayed with me was the people and the village. Turgo is a quiet mountain village with peaceful surroundings, and the mobile signal is very limited—so download maps beforehand and book transport in advance, which was part of the adventure. From the moment I arrived, Wida was incredibly kind and welcoming. She brewed ginger tea, fried bananas, and offered local fruit, and there was always more food ready for me when I returned. I was often already full from eating outside, only to find that Wida had prepared another meal for me at home. She also introduced me to locals who showed me around the village: orchid gardens, Turgo Hill, a sunset with Merapi in the backdrop, local coffee and tea “factories” (actually people’s homes 😂), Eco‑print, bird watching, and a Merapi observation post. It wasn’t a typical tourist tour; it felt like a temporary welcome into village life. Before I left, Wida gave me a big bag of local salak fruit to take home, a family photo, and her phone number, hoping we could stay in touch and that I might return someday. Thank you, Wida, for taking such good care of me. I came looking for Merapi and left with a warm memory of your family and village. ❤️ I would gladly stay here again.
Brokko·2 mesi fa