O-COCOSDA 2025
12–14 November 2025, Universitas Kristen Duta Wacana (UKDW), Yogyakarta, Indonesia
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.
