Palu is the capital of Central Sulawesi and is one of the driest places in Indonesia. The city itself may not have much to offer visitors, but those with adventurous spirits and a love for the outdoors will fall in love with what the area has to offer. The mountainous Lore Lindu National Park surrounding the city are enough to keep avid hikers busy. The remarkable underwater beauty near the Tanjung Karang and the Togean islands are a must see for divers and snorkelers.
Balikpapan is a city located in southeast Borneo on an inlet of the Makassar Strait. Once an isolated Bugis fishing village, it has now developed into a major port city, recognized for its abundance of natural and mineral resources. The regional base to many multinational corporations operating in East Borneo, its not rare to find many foreigners in this small city. Balikpapan may be small, but it boasts one of the largest and busiest airports in Borneo.