Once you have collected all of your belongings most people grab dinner in the terminal and hang out in a comfortable area until their next flight at 12:05pm. You should have all of your stuff by 2:30am at the latest. - We highly recommend to store your belongings in the airport storage facility, get a hotel room, and leave the airport until 9:30am. Saturday, August 8@ 9:00am: Go to "Budget Terminal" Saturday, August8 @ 10:00am: Check-In for Tiger Air flight
Once you have arrived at the "Budget Terminal" do a quick spot check to make sure all of your things are still with you - this is especially important in larger groups as sometimes things can get left behind on accident. Proceed to the check-in counter where you should already have a reservation on file. Tiger Airways does not accept bookings from travel agents so this is one part of the trip that you are responsible for on your own. The Tiger Air tickets are very inexpensive, all you need to do is book a one way ticket from Singapore to Padang – they will also charge you $20 Singapore Dollars for your boards. After the check-in you can go through security and into the terminal to grab a snack, get on the computer, exchange money, or even go shopping.
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Saturday, August 8 @ 12:05pm: Plane takes off to Padang
Your Tiger Airways Flight TR224 departs at 12:05pm and arrives into Padang at 12:10pm. This particular flight only operates two times a week on Tuesdays and Saturdays and is the only direct flight from Singapore to Padang nowadays so expect to see a few other anxious surfers onboard.
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Saturday, August 8 @ 12:10pm: Plane arrives in Padang
No, you did not experience a 5 minute long flight… there is an hour time difference between Singapore and Padang and the good news is you’ve finally arrived in Indonesia!Once your flight touches down you are ushered to the baggage claim/customs area. Because this is a direct flight from Singapore the first thing you'll have to do is pay the$25US VISA fee at a special booth set up inside the customs area. Once you've paid they give you a special form that you must keep until your departure, we suggest leaving it inside your passport for safe keeping. The fastest and easiest way to make it out of the customs area without having them go through your bags is to get a porter to handle your baggage. They seem to have the right connections because they can get you out of that room as fast as possible, all you have to do is have 3 or 4 dollars ready to tip them. Pay careful attention to the porter that carries your bags, the general rule of thumb is to not give them the tip until your boards are loaded on the truck and your bags are stored away where they belong.
They will hang around looking for that tip and they are not really appreciative when they get it but that's just how they are. There is no need to give them more than 3 or 4 dollars, that is a ton of money for them and is a very generous gesture on your part. Once you've made it outside the customs area you will be met by a representative from Resort Latitude Zero.
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Saturday, August 8 @ 11:30am: Check-In for flight to Lasondre
The next thing you need to do is get outside and with the help of our representative walk over to the “domestic” side of the airport where you take one more quick flight to Lasondre Airport in the Telo Islands. This flight typically leaves at 1:00pm- This aspect of the trip is your “transportation cost.”
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Saturday, August 8 @ 12:30pm: Resort Latitude Zero Disclaimer
After you have settled in and are waiting for your next flight a representative will pass out a packet of basic RLZ literature and go over the procedure about what life at Kandui and what to expect upon arrival. Around 1:00pm you should be able to board your flight.
Saturday, August8 @ 1:00pm: Plane leaves for Lasondre Saturday, August 8 @ 1:00pm: Plane arrives in Lasondre Saturday, August 8 @ 3:30pm: Arrive at Resort Latitude Zero!
Once you arrive at RLZ we have created a staging area to greet you and show you to your home for the next week or so – our one-of-a-kind Queenslander-style houses. At this initial meeting you will be met by our resort manager, your surf guide, and a few other members of our staff to help carry your belongings to your room. As a general rule we prefer if you keep your boardbags in a designated, safe area. In each room you have an wireless internet, bath and beach towels, everything a typical hotel room would have… We also encourage you to bring your own laptop but ask that you try to keep it in your room to prevent damage or it getting lost. If you prefer to work in the lounge area please try to take them back to your room at night.
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During the Trip - Important Points:
We've got an entire section dedicated to what life is like at the resort...you can click here to read more. Overall, the general flow of the resort dictates that your assigned surf guide is the "go to" person to seek answers to anything and everything... They are your personal concierge and whether you need a towel to take a shower or a wax comb to take off your wax they are the person you need to contact. Every night the surf guide is also responsible for a nightly pow-wow covering the following topics:
A. What the swell and weather are supposed to do the next day.
B. Where people would prefer to surf the next day.
C. Establish a specific time when the boats will leave the next day and ask people to volunteer if they want to get woken out of bed.
D. A contingency plan/alternative activity in case the waves are small or weather is undesirable... At the very least they are there to propose a fishing excursion, volleyball tournament, snorkeling, jungle cruise, whatever you'd like.
Everyone at the resort is out there to ensure you have the best experience possible.
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At the end of the trip:
Most people will have a meager bar balance at the end of the trip. You can pay for this balance with a credit card or in cash. Please feel free to visit our gift shop to grab a few unique souvenirs or a t-shirt to take home.
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Saturday, August 22 @ 1:00pm: Time to Leave
We genuinely hope that you have had the time of your life with us but it is time to go back to reality.
We ask our guests to have their bar bills paid and to be ready to go by 11:00am on the last day of their trip. This is when the group will leave with their surf guide yet once again to catch the flight back to Padang via Lasondre.
Saturday, August 22 @ 1:30pm: Arrive at Lasondre Saturday, August 22 @ 2:30pm: Plane leaves for Padang
After checking in and getting your ticket you settle in to your seat and catch one last glimpse of the Telos from your window.
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Saturday, August 22 @ 3:30pm: Plane arrives in Padang
Once you get back to Padang a representative from RLZ will greet you at the terminal and help ensure you are able to catch a flight home. There are a limited number of options to consider but in general the best and most conservative option involves overnighting in Jakarta at the Sheraton Bandara. Here is the basic breakdown:
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Option #1: Jakarta Layover
This is our most conservative option with an overnight stay required in Jakarta:
Padang to Jakarta: Garuda Air Flight 165 departing at 6:00pm and arriving at 8:10pm (Call Jeff Samuelson at Oceanview Travel to book flights and reserve room at our recommended hotel, the "Sheraton Bandara": 949-493-5231)
Jakarta to Singapore: Singapore Air Flight SQ951 departing at 6:20am and arriving at 6:55am (Call Jeff Samuelson at Oceanview Travel: 949-493-5231)
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Sunday, August 23: Flight Options from Jakarta to Singapore and then Singapore to Los Angeles
For the sake of argument and to be on the safe side we will go with Option #1 which meant you stayed in Jakarta overnight... There are a number of options to choose whether you want to wake up early or sleep in and catch the afternoon flight back to Los Angeles from Singapore... You can mix and match these flights to suit your individual needs:
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Singapore Airlines from Jakarta to Singapore:
Jakarta to Singapore: SQ951 @ 6:20am > 6:55am
Jakarta to Singapore: SQ953 @ 9:15am > 11:50am
Jakarta to Singapore: SQ955 @ 10:35am > 1:10pm
Jakarta to Singapore: SQ957 @ 12:20pm > 2:55pm
Jakarta to Singapore: SQ959 @ 2:25pm > 5:00pm
Jakarta to Singapore: SQ961 @ 5:05pm > 7:40pm
Jakarta to Singapore: SQ963 @ 7:05pm > 9:40pm
Jakarta to Singapore: SQ959 @ 8:15pm > 10:50pm
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Singapore Airlines from Singapore to Los Angeles:
Singapore to LAX: SQ12 @9:45am > 12:50pm – 1 stop Narita Airport in Japan.
Singapore to LAX: SQ28 @5:05pm > 8:20pm – 1 stop Taipei, Taiwan.
Singapore to LAX: SQ38 @4:05pm > 5:25pm – Direct
Please feel to visit our "Contact information" page to go over the advantages and disadvantages of each flight listed above.
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Sunday, August 23: Arrive in Los Angeles
You made it home! Going through customs will typically take about one hour. After you clear customs the easiest thing to do is grab a complimentary trolley cart, throw all of your things on there and head over to the "Oversized Baggage" area to collect your boards.
See you again next year!
* Please Note: This itinerary is a sample itinerary - your actual trip might be different. ResortLatitude Zero does everything in our power to make sure you have the most streamlined, efficient vacation possible but individual schedules and results will vary.
Surf Holiday Packages
Resort Latitude Zero Holiday Combos
RLZis now offering one-of-a kind resort/boat holiday packages with our travel partners, Nomad, Indies Trader and Kandui Resort!
Resort Latitude Zero Photo Galleries: 
Surfline - Equatorial Lines Part I
Special feature on Resort Latitude Zero with the Hurley Team!
Surfline Equatorial Lines Part II
In 2010 we have adopted a 7 day/7 nigh or 14 day/14 night schedule. Our 2009 schedule can accommodate 8 people for each new group arriving and departing on Saturdays. The main advantage of our 2009 schedule is the ability to surf the same day that you arrive into Singapore! All trips are available on a first come first served basis. Resort Latitude Zero utilizes a plane-speedboat combo to get you out to the resort from * Padang via *Lasondre. If the plane is delayed or not working we use a speedboat for one day transfers from RLZ - Padang and back, or make suitable alternative arrangements to minimize valuable vacation time lost.
* Please note: Padang is the provincial capital of West Sumatra, Indonesia and our departure point out to RLZ. Lasondre is located roughly 45 minutes by speedboat from RLZ. We advise that guests have flexible schedules with respect to their VISA requirements. Inclement weather can potentially cause delays to the flight or boat schedules. Resort Latitude Zero will do everything in our power to ensure you are able to make your connecting flights but we reserve the right to not be responsibile for unforeseen delays during the transfer process. Thank you for your understanding.
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Sample Itinerary: Resort Latitude Zero from Los Angeles
(1 stop flight)
Dates: August 8 - August 22, 2009
Route: Los Angeles > Singapore > Padang > Lasondre > RLZ > Lasondre > Padang > Jakarta > Singapore (Overnight) > Los Angeles
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Thursday, August 6 @ 11:30am: Arrive at Airport
International flights require that you check in a full three hours before departure. We suggest you get there as early as possible to ensure that your boards make it on the flight without incident and you get the seat you want for the extended flight to Singapore. The procedure once you get to the airport dictates:
1. Check-in. Please make sure you have your passport and tickets handy. The Singapore Air portion is usually electronic now so all you need is to show your passport. The other flights will also be a combination of tickets/e-tickets,
2. After check-in take your bags/boards to get scanned. You have to wait in line but essentially once they take your bags they will give you the go-ahead and you can proceed to your gate.
3. Before you get to the gate you will have to go through a security checkpoint – this usually takes 20 minutes but can be longer – be prepared!
4. After you made it through your checkpoint go to your gate and wait for your flight. We recommend purchasing a pillow that wraps around your head and once you get on the flight an international converter for your electricity conversion along the way.
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Thursday, August 6 @ 2:30pm: Plane Takes Off to Singapore
Singapore Air Flight SQ11 departs at 2:30pm and eventually arrives at 1:30am in Singapore – you lose one day in transit due to the time change. This flight has one stop in Narita, Japan. Once you arrive in Narita they will ask you to disembark the aircraft with all of your belongings – please make sure to not leave anything behind! Once you are off the aircraft they will give you a transit ticket and take you upstairs to go through a security checkpoint. This doesn’t just happen in Japan, it will happen on any of the layovers. Once you go through security proceed back to your gate quickly because the total layover will only be about 45 minutes.
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Saturday, August 8 @ 1:30am: Arrive in Singapore
Your flight will arrive into Singapore. You will need to clear customs and then pick up your boards and bags from the luggage carousel area. Before you leave customs we suggest exchanging a few hundred dollars into Indonesian Rupiah and for you to grab $50 in Singapore Dollars as well. After you’ve cleared customs look for the “Oversized Baggage” area that your boards will emerge from to pick up your surfboards; the rest of your bags will come out on the Carousel designated for your flight… Singapore Airlines is very responsible, it is extremely rare you will have any issues with lost baggage, if you do please contact the nearest agent to assist you.
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