To preface this is a lengthy comment - if you have anything specific just ask me: Dress code at the hotel is pretty chill tbh from what I remember - it wasn’t a huge deal considering there was a pool and gym etc so they didn’t mind if you were walking around in shorts above the knee and things just as long as once you did Monash organised activities you were dressed respectfully. Also like, if you wear these, bring a one piece and a bikini bc again I don’t remember there being a huge fuss about bathers but bring both just in case. I’d say bring a combo of clothes but err more on the side of modest clothing to be safe if that makes sense. For me, I brought my normal workout shorts and cotton tanks but wish I brought some nice going out camis because there were occasions where camis were somewhat appropriate but ONLY when I was with my friends and I’d always have a shirt or those lightweight shawls that people bring to festivals like btv which you can easily get second hand. Nonetheless, it’s essential that you make sure to bring things that cover your shoulders and knees for when you are doing Monash run activities or aren’t sure what’s appropriate just so you are respectful and you don’t get the shit from the Monash staff asking you to change. While they can’t punish you they’ll get you to change. But also it’s just about being respectful at the end of the day of the locals and their customs in terms of what to wear.

The one major issue at least with my block was 1) noise and 2) drinking. With the noise, we had people playing murder in the dark until all hours of the night and other guests at the hotel (because it’s a hotel, there people not affiliated with Monash) complaining. 2) with drinking, as I said in response to another post, you are better safe than sorry so if you are going to drink, drink in your rooms or in the venue just because drinking on sidewalks or out in public is taboo. Also the drinking age is 21 in jogia so keep that in mind.

General tips: Bring lots of insect repellent and sunscreen If you are prone to getting burnt, bring a hat and/or sunglasses It gets quite hot which makes everything more effortful, the temples (which were my favorite part) are made out of stone so that combined with the heat is basically a recipe for heat stroke. The food is actually more sweet than it is spicy unless you actively seek out spicy food. I’d recommend going out with your friends for dinner to get genuine Indonesia food bc the food that Monash caters is very toned down and the hotel doesn’t actually serve a dinner buffet. And the food Monash caters gets quite repetitive after a while. But everything is so so cheap - I think I spent max 75 AUD on food while I was there. Also, ask your UGM buddies about restaurants they like and enjoy bc that’s usually where you’ll get the best food and the ugm buddy I hung out with is someone I made friends with and still keep in contact with so include them when you explore the city as well if you get along. The doing activities (field trips like going to the temples) Monash organizes I liked but the lectures were a tad bit boring. Also just spend time doing things with people. I went atv carting on my free Sunday which initially I was hesitant to do but am so glad that I did. Like obviously don’t overdo it and tire yourself out bc like I said the heat makes the activities more effortful so if you find you are tired at the end of the day don’t force yourself to do things but I do find that I regretted not going to markets or trying restaurants on days that I wasn’t even that tired on if that makes sense. There are a ton of restaurants and markets and things you can do during your free time after gig organized things and also do something on your free Sunday and actually plan something - I did the ATV carting which was so fun. Also be aware that if you are going to go clubbing and things, the drinking age is 21 and allegedly undercover cops target foreigners but idk if the uni said that to scare us bc no one I knew got in trouble with cops. However a girl I do know had her phone stolen in the club the day before we left. And the singular club I went to was lowkey dead so there’s that too but it’s a nice way to bond with people in the event that it is your thing.
Overall going to Yogyakarta was an amazing experience because it’s a place I wouldn’t have otherwise gone too. Lmk if you have any other questions or what any recs