BECOMING BATAK in SUMATRA! Indonesia Travel Vlog 2017

Travel from Jakarta, Indonesia to North Sumatra and dive into the culture and traditions of Batak. Back in Southeast Asia and starting the Indonesia travel vlog series! Follow the trip in realtime on Instagram: / cupoftj
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Travel from San Francisco to Jakarta, Indonesia! Then onto Sumatra (also known as Sumatera).
Located in North Sumatera province, Toba Lake is the world's largest volcanic lake. Here is the birthland of Batak, one of Indonesia's indigenous people.
We learned about Batak cultures and tradition at TB Silalahi Center and Batak Museum, which are next to each other at the south shores of the incredible Toba Lake.
This is part of Trip of Wonders 2017 hosted by Ministry of Tourism Indonesia.
More here: / theindonesiatravel
While you wait for the next Indonesia episode, here are some awesome Asia travel vlogs to watch:
-PHILIPPINES WILD CLIFF JUMPING EXPERIENCE goo.gl/SSB7TH
-LECHON (ROAST PIG) BATTLE goo.gl/xifvWo
-TASTY THAI STREET FOOD http:s//goo.gl/VQbhti
-VIETNAMESE SANDWICH BATTLE goo.gl/L76c3R
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[@CupofTJ]

A lost laptop and a couple days of scrambling to borrow people's later....HERE'S THE FIRST OF INDONESIA VLOGS :)! Other series will resume as soon as I get my laptop back (it's at lost and found in SFO, cross fingers it's mine). I'm still in Indonesia now so you can follow the trip in real-time on Instagram: instagram.com/cupoftj/ P.S. Stay until end of the vlog. There's something I wanted to share.

[@DavidDiaz-so5kj]

So what happened? did you lose the laptop or just forget it at home?

[@DavidDiaz-so5kj]

I do know people in SF if that helps. U have stickers on your laptop? Want me to see if anyone is flying through and can check?

[@stratanica5735]

u have to come once more to samosir ( lake Toba )

[@unknowntraveller8633]

Now you have made me want to go to Indonesia, looking forward to the rest of the series o this beautiful country.

[@CupofTJ]

YES, thank you Steven!

[@irenemathieson4229]

I am so glad you found yourself again. I love your zest for life, your positive outlook, and the excitement you always have to try and enjoy new things. Stay as sweet as you are. I look forward to all your future adventures.

[@CupofTJ]

Irene thank you for this beautiful comment

[@mxrchzmn9587]

Your videos are so great you are so amazing cause you travel all around the world with your friends and have fun you deserve more subscribers

[@CupofTJ]

+PixelPikachu Gaming :') gosh thank you so much. That was sweet of you to say 🙏🏻

[@Lauren_aida]

Yesss I want to visit northern Sumatra next year while I'm in Indonesia but I've been having trouble finding information - I'm so glad you're there! And I love how educational this video is about the culture!! Thank you!!!

[@pedroGomez-pr6un]

Hey cutie pie...youre in one of my favorite countries I was in Bali on 11/2000 and 9/2010 Jakarta love Indonesia, the food,people and culture have fun

[@CupofTJ]

+pedro Gomez amaaaaazing!!!!!! I can't believe there's so so much here 🙌🏻🙌🏻 come back soon!

[@pedroGomez-pr6un]

CupofTJ I'll probably be there in November before i hit the Philippines. I'm happy you're there enjoy sweetie

[@stratanica5735]

u have to come to my village man, samosir island

[@nelsontan8178]

Thank you for not giving up...people like you inspire so many others...more than you'll ever know...safe journeys always

[@CupofTJ]

+Nelson Tan Nelson thank you 🙏🏻

[@DensDaPens]

Living with a grateful heart will always put one in a beautiful state of being. Keep on keeping on TJ! =)

[@CupofTJ]

Yess absolutely

[@LaughTravelEat]

Love the dancing - the Batak fabric looks soooo pretty! I hope your laptop somehow makes its way back to you and kudos on putting this together without it!

[@rfpeace]

Great to see you back out on the road again girl! BTW Congratulations on passing 40k👍👍👍

[@CupofTJ]

+ronP __ thank you Ron ☺️🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@Corkylife2021]

Great vlog, I am going there later this year and you are really helping me decide where to go .. thank you Tj

[@CupofTJ]

+Stephen Cormier amazing!!!! More to come ❤️

[@iamdio4ever384]

Just got back from Southeast Asia...Back to work, jet lag, sleep deprivation and all. Feels good to watch your awesome videos.

[@CupofTJ]

AH amazing

[@ChasingaPlate]

This is going to be such an interesting series! We're so glad you kept going and you're still travelling. Love your videos! - Thomas and Sheena

[@CupofTJ]

Thomas and Sheena, y'all rock!

[@ChasingaPlate]

When are you heading to Malaysia?? We're here for the next two or three months. We'd love to cross paths! 😀 You rock!

[@bongs3663]

loved how you ended the vlog, keep on pursuing your dreams TJ!!!💓💓💓

[@CupofTJ]

Thank you Patrick

[@colette-tj2gk]

The traditional architecture is just stunning!

[@QHuda_A]

Love this, 'Salaams' drives from 'Salaam' ie. peace, the greeting among Muslims around the world. Indonesia is on my bucket list of travels this year iA.

[@betyourluck]

love the place, the food and of course this awesome lady speaking. MORE VLOG PLSSSSS...

[@CupofTJ]

Aw shucks...new one coming out in 30 MINUTES :)!!

[@stovokor10]

TJ I love the way you ended your VLOG. I'm very happy that you found the will, strength and the courage to continual. It has helped me to also to keep my dream alive. I enjoy watching you VLOG. keep it up. You rock girl!

[@CupofTJ]

+stovokor :') gosh this warmed my heart. Thank you so much 🙏🏻

[@agustinushsilaban3889]

Thank u for visit our culture. Nice too see you again! Horas

[@carlmanney1160]

TJ at it again with another great and exciting video! Take notes from the GOAT guys 😊

[@CupofTJ]

You rock, ALWAYS

[@sophiarae3249]

Your so nice and friendly. I just found u and I really like u so far...YAY

[@CupofTJ]

+Sophia 101 awww thank you Sophia 🤗 nice to meet you ❤️

[@24mmlens]

It's always nice to see someone happy at my country :D

[@samirkhoury2935]

you are really knowledgable lady, im planning to go to my mom's hometown in north sumatera (im half lebanese) , and this actually helps

[@alyssac2721]

Great video TJ!! Always wanted to go to Indonesia, can't wait for these travel videos! I think in the future you should do a travel video about packing light... but going to a cold location. I have a few plans in the next few years for visiting Europe during their winter season. I always worry everything will pack heavy due to bigger clothes.

[@CupofTJ]

OOO I basically had one suitcase for every season. What I did was pack a ton of thin thermals. Uniqlo sells a few and I used those. Then I layer the thermal + the one big jacket I bring around everywhere.

[@philb2052]

Just discovered the videos and I'm an instant fan. Keep up the good work! It was nice to see the serious moment at the end there too.

[@CupofTJ]

Welcome to this channel and THANK YOU

[@simongsc6222]

I promise to watch all the ads. Just don't stop making your vlogs. *hugs*

[@zz696969zz]

yah, back in asia again, never get tired of those videos!!! as always great video girl

[@CupofTJ]

+The Quest Human Trafficking yayyyy thank you 🙏🏻 it feels amazing to be back

[@DaveOnArrival]

Congrats for your success in chasing your dream

[@CupofTJ]

Thank you Dave

[@JaltonTaguibao]

I love the reflections and the autobiographical narrative that comes with some of the sequences :) Keep it up, TJ! You got a fan here from Manila.

[@ark8950]

You brought a tear to my eye at the end, Stay positive beautiful lady,

[@CupofTJ]

+Ark thank you ❤️

[@mroptical1982]

Hello TJ Happy to see you again I only wish I knew you were back in California I would have treated you to a dinner enjoy Indonesia Have a great time Take Care Dear

[@rongrant7253]

The worlds tiniest vlogger and my favourite thank you TJ

[@CupofTJ]

+Ron Grant 😂😂 love it! Thanks for the watch Ron!

[@9tiin]

That was beautiful. Love your personality, Tj.

[@CupofTJ]

Ahh thank you

[@jdtisme9100]

I absolutely love your little rap up quote at the end of the vlog! I can't even imagine doing what you're doing. Last April was my 1st time out of the U.S. and it was LIFE CHANGING! My first trip was south Luzon in the Philippines. In 3 days I'm heading to Singapore and southern Malaysia. I'm insanely excited!!!! Keep up the amazing videos and travel safe... 😉😎

[@yenniemulyarthasitumorang5081]

wow, awesome!! have fun in Indonesia @cupofTj 😊

[@CupofTJ]

YAY thank you Yennie

[@chaofarebels3168]

Your maybe the first youtuber who replies the MOST 👍👍👍😍😍😍😘😘😘 BTW TO DIE FOR CUTIE

[@CupofTJ]

Ahaha thank you! :D

[@terencelim9458]

Horas Girl.....you're living the life. Love watching you grow😍👍😘❤️

[@CupofTJ]

Aw thank you so much Terence!!

[@sunispretty]

Aww the end of this is just touching

[@CupofTJ]

Sun you're so sweet :') ty!!

[@kelsannicolas927]

Love it 😍. Nice way to end your video considering your announcement of losing your laptop. Stay strong, stay positive and stay awesome!!! 😎

[@CupofTJ]

+Kel San Nicolas ahhh thanks Kel San 😭 been feeling really grateful, thanks for the love 🙏🏻

[@esterhaerani]

Hi, TJ. I just found your KZbin channel. Thank you for making your way to Batak Island, my hometown. What a surprise to know that you're Taiwanese. I had been staying in Taiwan (Hualien and Taipei) for almost 3 years, and I love Taiwanese people. The food there is soooo good, and I did make some time to have some delicious foods in Raohe and Xilin Night Market in Taipei. Keep up to spread the good things. And I miss Taiwan already!!!

[@kbyon37]

Even with your lost laptop you still glowed as usual. I am in the middle of my digital nomad lifestyle myself. Planning on making the move next year my affiliate marketing and eCommerce are going much better than expected. Who knows maybe 6 months from now. ;)

[@CupofTJ]

Wishing you lotsa lotsa goodness to come :D

[@MsJessaE]

Man I havent watched your videos in a hot minute! I love the last bit of motivation there near the end. I hope you get your lappy. PS. I was deciding where to go for my bday in October, hence, why my youtube brain lead me to your channel 💕

[@CupofTJ]

WHERE YOU GOING FOR YOUR BDAY BOO

[@MsJessaE]

Ah I cant decide (indonesia, thailand, south africa or maldives), any suggestions?

[@taniarenysbr2527]

yes... north sumatera .. or batakness , lakebtoba so awesome.. i come from north sumaetra .Horas

[@kelly_c6875]

I love your videos so much

[@CupofTJ]

Omg thank you Kelly :')

[@Labandero1988]

Just love seeing your vblogs 😊 Keep the video coming ☺️ Take Care always and god bless 😊👍🏼👍🏼🤗🤗

[@CupofTJ]

+Susan Labandero Jeppesen Susan thank you always 😭❤️

[@Galalhaytham]

U r the cutest vlogger, glad i stumpled upon ur blog :)

[@ch17ly]

Your a beautiful human being TJ. Continue to enjoy your travels and your life!!!! 😃😃😃

[@CupofTJ]

+Tracy B thank you Tracy :') RIGHT BACK ATCHA!

[@CupofTJ]

+Tracy B thank you Tracy :') RIGHT BACK ATCHA!

[@kanatembangraras2918]

Thankyou for coming in my country😘

[@BigKevinNoBull]

You always have interesting travel Vlogs Thanks...

[@CupofTJ]

+BigKevin No/BullSh#t thank you 🙏🏻❤️

[@vonchef14]

Great Vlog TJ 👍🍷👍🍷

[@CupofTJ]

+Larry Von Zemmrich thank you Larry 🤗❤️

[@bambangkaro1]

Thanks for capturing indonesia :) happy travelling!

[@guiseofyouth]

wonderful video TJ!! sorry about your laptop 😱

[@DeandraStubbs]

That awesome you found a wonderful person to let you use their laptop. This series already look lit I really enjoyed this TJ especially the quote at the end it was beautiful 💕 Fingers cross thats your laptop and is it just me or when the robot look at you that wasnt hella creepy 😂

[@CupofTJ]

HUGSSSSSS THANKS BAE

[@douglaszimmerman8956]

Loved Lake Toba!

[@CupofTJ]

RIGHT? Quite a gem

[@Ana-wq1ut]

This video is amazing 💚

[@CupofTJ]

Ana you sooo sweet

[@hellopanda3124]

I like how you keep your positivity :) I hope you get your laptop as soon as possible

[@theservant4846]

Your channel needs more recognize, you're fun

[@TheMarcocomar]

A lot of people in north sumatra are christian / budhist. So you could find pork based food more frequently in north sumatra / medan rather than other indonesian part.

[@CupofTJ]

YESSS that knowledge, thanks for sharing Marco!

[@jingg9616]

Hey TJ always looking forward to watch ur vlogs! Hopefully you'll get your laptop back..🙏🏻..tc

[@CupofTJ]

Aw shucks thank you Jing

[@pinoyfreelancers3504]

good morning too!

[@CupofTJ]

GOOOOD MORNING~ where in Asia are you Kenji?

[@raulponce7681]

Way to go girl !!!

[@CupofTJ]

Thanks Raul :')

[@kowibhas]

Thank for share good moment good experien

[@CupofTJ]

+Mr.Gamecheater thank you for watching 🙏🏻

[@melissademata]

Love love LOVED this TJ!

[@CupofTJ]

Thank you Melissa :D

[@hannahmagsayo2370]

Yay you are back!!!! ❤️😶

[@CupofTJ]

+Hannah Magsayo hehe aww hi Hannah ❤️

[@621norby]

was not a fan of the india vlogs, but glad your in indonesia, so far me likey

[@Suxanes]

Yey! New video.

[@CupofTJ]

+love love hehe thank you 💕

[@lingyeewong]

Omg this might be my favorite video from you

[@The.MasonTwins]

this was amazing!! needs to be our next vacation omg

[@stratanica5735]

thank for visit lake toba

[@amngdul3266]

Hora2 Im....Shimasong, TOBA Tangkyou.

[@cdavid6437]

Great video and great thoughts

[@CupofTJ]

Thanks David!

[@matmontana4566]

A Mixture of Traveltrouble, basic Vocabulary (Saya Lapar is the most important XD...) Food and deep Thoughts. Thank you Mrs. TJLee :-)

[@CupofTJ]

Of course! I hope you enjoyed

[@matmontana4566]

Yes, of course!! The last minutes of the vid: WOW! It helps me in my personal situation. You are a great person on the right way :-) I wish you everything good and great adventures on your way :-)

[@TheNicofabi]

Damn TJ, hitting me with them feels lately... Also I do sometimes wonder how many times you refill your plate when eating...

[@newsupdated23]

Please visit also another corner of Lake Toba, the historical village of National Hero of Sisingamangaraja, the village Namely Bakkara Valley, about 1hour trip by car from International Silangit Airport ,Siborong borong. A long the way, will expose the beatiful view, water fall, rivers, mountine, farm etc. Come and See.

[@raymondtexas0138]

Awesome Beautiful video . . ☺

[@CupofTJ]

Ty Raymond!

[@sillygoose9658]

So cool! 3rd like

[@CupofTJ]

WINNER :D

[@sillygoose9658]

My name is natalie I live in Nebraska but last year I went to Rio and it was soooooooooo fun!

[@amngdul3266]

Good ferencess lake TOBA.

[@HD-em9ws]

I miss u!

[@CupofTJ]

MISS YOU BACK!!

[@HD-em9ws]

Girl, u made my day :)

[@wiranurmansyah]

Horas! :D

[@CupofTJ]

+Wira Nurmansyah HORASSSSSS

[@rindawijaya6499]

Im a fan of yours , i live in jakarta

[@CupofTJ]

+ItsRinda GT hello 🤗🤗🤗

[@stratanica5735]

lake toba, samosir island good nature

[@sneakykunt]

buggerme tj is only a hop skip and plane ride to Indonesia have fun the always i'm hungry girl wheres the food at

[@9tiin]

Asalaamu alaikum. Peace be unto you.

[@bronchonpurba3180]

Horas..thank you for sharing your wonderful trip to my homeland. your next visit please invite me...cheers from oz.. looking forward for the next video..

[@stmatt21]

Yummy bfast ☕️

[@CupofTJ]

Om nom nom om

[@mal7753]

Hi cute tj , nice vlog 👍

[@CupofTJ]

Ty!

[@PAWSOMEtravel]

😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@artlessandro]

and i would like to give you a recommendation about must visited destination.... it is called Mountain Bromo in East Java.... you should definetly go there.... every morning, u can see the sunrise shines the mountain, u can visit the active center of Bromo, you can go to "Padang Savannah"(it is like a very beautiful field, but to go there, u have to experience a bumpy ride hehhee) and go try "Lemper" the Indonesian traditional snack... it is a must 😍😍

[@lindamaichou]

Love it!

[@loveincashannon9917]

hello sisters im from indonesia and im bataknese

[@istadevinda6885]

I from indonesia🙌🙌

[@raulponce7681]

Horas!!!

[@CupofTJ]

+Raul Ponce HORAS 🤗

[@Maman-Setrum]

12:00, thats true, almost all indonesian have different accent in speak bahasa indonesia. you can trace ethinicity by the accent. javanese, slow n quite but very bold and very bass. sundanese, slow, flowing, treble no bass sound and cannot say F and V, like, FANTA sundanese said "PANTA" and VESPA, said PESPA, batak very fast and loud just like angry people shouting and yelling.

[@sabdaherald4441]

Horassss

[@JuicyJellyChannel]

did they explain batak's wedding tradition: sinamot? I am Indonesian and I found sinamot is an interesting practice.

[@tiggisun]

Should have gotten food first before watching ur video😒😒 soooo hungry now😂😂😂😂

[@CupofTJ]

HEHEHEH always right

[@sumarnisumarnina5051]

👍

[@youthanek]

First!

[@CupofTJ]

SO FAST~

[@thomasreedy4751]

I left my pc at the security checkpoint before - they paged me (all passengers) before my flight took off.

[@imaker5405]

你好，你的vlog很不错，我最近一直都在看你之前的vlog，背景音乐也很好听，你能告诉我你vlog中的背景音乐吗？