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Former office worker starts journey across Indonesia in homemade campervan

22.04.2026 08:04 1 min 2 sources РУС
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Former office worker starts journey across Indonesia in homemade campervan
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Rahmi Shofia, known as Mimi Campervan, left her office job at around age 35 and began traveling Indonesia in a converted Luxio. In two years she visited about 35 locations in the eastern part of the country.

Rahmi Shofia, known as Mimi Campervan, made the decision to leave her office routine and start a journey across Indonesia in a homemade campervan at the end of 2022. At around 35 years old, and especially influenced by the pandemic, she chose to change her life.

Over two years, she visited about 35 places in eastern Indonesia, including Bali, Flores and East Timor. She uses a converted Luxio vehicle for her travels.

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From Office to Road: The Beginning of 'Mimi Campervan's Journey Across Indonesia

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ID Indonesia — fuel prices

Updated: 19.09.2026

Pertamax

$0.91 /l

IDR16,165.30 · €0.79/l

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cheaper than 89% of countries

Pertamax Turbo

$1.11 /l

IDR19,845.74 · €0.97/l

16 of 101

cheaper than 85% of countries

Solar

$1.35 /l

IDR24,006.68 · €1.17/l

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cheaper than 66% of countries

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IDN Times reports that when planning a family motorhome trip, it is important to avoid an overly packed itinerary, excessive luggage, and neglecting vehicle maintenance. Recommendations include accounting for distances, road conditions, and rest time, as well as checking tires, brakes, oil, battery, and electrical systems before departure. Choose overnight stops only in authorized and equipped locations, and do not drive in bad weather or when the driver is tired.

Traveling by campervan requires different preparation than a regular vacation, especially with children. For a first trip, it is advisable to choose short routes with easy access and official overnight stops near convenience stores, medical facilities, or repair shops. Pack only essential items, check the vehicle's condition, understand its size and handling, and allow time for rest to avoid a packed schedule.

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Three areas in West Java have been identified as suitable for family campervan trips: North Bandung, Ciwidey, and Puncak in Bogor Regency. Key considerations include vehicle access, safety, sanitation, overnight areas, weather, and local regulations. These areas offer cool air, hills, plantations, and campsites, but Puncak may have traffic congestion on weekends, and overnight parking in public spaces is prohibited.

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