Introduction

Well, my first post.. Finally I've made a blog!

Now that I have, I can write about all the things on my mind and maybe explain some things about bule culture to Indonesians..

I have travelled to Indonesia many times, and I've learnt a lot about the rich culture - mainly about the relationship between Bule and Indonesians. It really interests me a lot, and since I am Australian, I am lucky enough to understand both countries & both cultures very well.

Also, I have learnt about the language (Bahasa Indonesia), and I believe that speaking the local language to Indonesians really can earn trust and allows you to have a real understanding of the culture & people. I believe it's much better speaking it yourself instead of using a translator.

So, throughout this blog I will be writing my opinion about anything to do with these countries and the culture, both good and bad things.

Topics including:

• Relationship between Australia & Indonesia
• Religious Culture in Australia & Indonesia
• Relationships between the people of Australia & Indonesia
• Leisure & tourist activities in Indonesia
• "Bule in Bali"
• Indonesia's 'underground' culture
• Australia's opinion on Islam Religion
  
• Tips on how to find friendly bule friends/girlfriends/boyfriends
• Any a lot more other things!

So, I look forward to writing about all these topics in the future, and thank you if you will read my blog :)

P.S: For non-Indonesians "Bule = Westerner"



- Joshua Schmidt