O-COCOSDA 2025

Universitas Kristen Duta Wacana – Conference Venue

Travel

🛫 How to Get to Yogyakarta

• By Air: Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) is about 60–90 minutes from the city center. Direct international flights available from Kuala Lumpur (AirAsia, Batik Air), Singapore (Scoot, AirAsia), and Jakarta (multiple airlines).
• By Train: Available from Jakarta and Surabaya to Tugu Station Yogyakarta.
• By Road: Accessible via Trans Java Toll Road.

🧭 Transportation in Yogyakarta

• Airport Rail Link from YIA to Tugu Station (city center) is available every 1–2 hours and takes ~40 minutes.
• Grab & Gojek (ride-hailing apps widely available)
• Official Airport Taxis
• Car rentals with drivers
• Trans Jogja Bus – cheap and convenient public transport

🌍 Visa Information

• Visa-free entry is granted for ASEAN countries (e.g., Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, etc.) for up to 30 days.
• Other nationalities are required to obtain a Visa on Arrival (VOA) or apply for an e-Visa prior to travel.
• Visa on Arrival (VOA) is available for over 90 countries including the 🇺🇸 USA, 🇬🇧 UK, 🇯🇵 Japan, 🇦🇺 Australia, 🇨🇳 China, 🇰🇷 South Korea, 🇫🇷 France, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇮🇳 India, 🇹🇼 Taiwan, 🇨🇦 Canada, 🇳🇿 New Zealand, and more. VOA costs approximately Rp500,000 and is valid for 30 days (extendable once).
• Visitors from non-ASEAN countries should consult the Indonesian Immigration website or their local embassy for the most updated visa requirements.
• e-Visa application: evisa.imigrasi.go.id
• Request invitation letter from the committee via email: info@ococosda2025.id

🏯 Tourist Attractions

• Borobudur Temple (approx. 1.5 hours drive)
• Yogyakarta Palace (Keraton)
• Taman Sari (Water Castle)
• Prambanan Temple
• Malioboro Street

🍽️ Local Cuisine to Try

• Gudeg – signature Yogyakarta dish
• Sate Klathak
• Bakpia Pathok – sweet mung bean pastry
• Wedang Ronde or Es Dawet – traditional drinks

💡 Tips for International Visitors

• Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
• Weather in November: warm with possible light rain – bring a light umbrella
• Electricity: 220V, plug types C & F
• Internet: Free Wi-Fi widely available in hotels and public areas
• Useful apps: Grab, Gojek, Google Translate, Google Maps

🌤️ Weather Info

Yogyakarta in November usually has warm weather, with average temperatures around 28–32°C (82–90°F). Occasional light rain may occur—consider bringing light clothing and a small umbrella.