The Sira, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Lombok: A Tropical Haven to Relax, Recharge, and Reconnect with Natural WondersFelix MartuaJune 10, 2026June 10, 2026 by Felix MartuaJune 10, 2026June 10, 20260 The editor of Indonesia Expat recently had the chance to spend four days and three nights at The Sira, a Luxury...
For Mario Ignacio Artaza, Diplomacy is the ‘Highest Honour’ to Serve His Beloved ChileansFelix MartuaJune 9, 2026 by Felix MartuaJune 9, 20260 Indonesia Expat had a chance to get to know Mario Ignacio Artaza, who has been serving as the Ambassador of...
At Novotel Lombok Resort and Villas, Relaxation Comes with Pure, Lombok-Style HappinessFelix MartuaJune 3, 2026June 4, 2026 by Felix MartuaJune 3, 2026June 4, 20260 The editor of Indonesia Expat recently had the chance to spend three days and two nights at Novotel Lombok Resort...
Citadines Gatot Subroto: A Metropolitan, Sophisticated Relaxation For Jakarta’s Busy LivesFelix MartuaMay 18, 2026May 18, 2026 by Felix MartuaMay 18, 2026May 18, 20260 The editor of Indonesia Expat had the chance to spend two days and one night at the serviced flats Citadines...
Album Review: Keisya Levronka, ‘rombak’Felix MartuaMay 8, 2026May 8, 2026 by Felix MartuaMay 8, 2026May 8, 20260 Although it is not anchored by a solid enough foundation—including an execution that still comes across as too careful—Keisya Levronka’s...
At COMO Metropolitan Singapore, Rest and Relaxation Come in ‘Personalised’ EleganceFelix MartuaMay 7, 2026May 7, 2026 by Felix MartuaMay 7, 2026May 7, 20260 Ruby Garcia, the General Manager of COMO Metropolitan Singapore, shared what guests and staycation travellers from all over the globe—including...
Album Review: Suisei and Kirohta, ‘#KLABMUSIK’Felix MartuaMay 7, 2026 by Felix MartuaMay 7, 20260 In their latest album, AntiNRML’s Suisei and Kirohta join forces to shake up the ennui of Indonesia’s present music landscape,...
Get to Know Issam Kouhkouh, the Food and Beverage Director at Gran Meliá JakartaFelix MartuaApril 14, 2026 by Felix MartuaApril 14, 20260 With more than two decades of experience in the international culinary scene, Issam Kouhkouh sets his eyes on bringing the...
Is ‘Comfort Food’ a Healthy Solace or an Unhealthy Sanctuary? A Personal ReflectionFelix MartuaApril 9, 2026 by Felix MartuaApril 9, 20260 Our editor examines his relationship with his ‘comfort food’ — and how the food mercilessly reflects his suppressed views about...
Mangkuluhur ARTOTEL Suites Teams Up with Hungarian Embassy for Hungarian Culinary & Cultural Festival 2026Felix MartuaMarch 27, 2026March 30, 2026 by Felix MartuaMarch 27, 2026March 30, 20260 Mangkuluhur ARTOTEL Suites, Semanggi, Jakarta, in collaboration with the Hungarian Embassy, presents a world-class culinary experience through the Hungarian Culinary...
A Little Slice of Aquamarine Paradise: My Staycation at Crowne Plaza Labuan BajoFelix MartuaMarch 18, 2026 by Felix MartuaMarch 18, 20260 The editor of Indonesia Expat had the chance to spend three days and two nights at Crowne Plaza Labuan Bajo,...
We Learn More From Difficult Questions Than Fast Answers: A Personal ReflectionFelix MartuaMarch 11, 2026 by Felix MartuaMarch 11, 20260 Our editor looks back on how a certain teacher taught him the importance of raising a difficult question. Back when...
A Catch-Up with Dr. Howard Menand of Global Jaya School and How to Ensure Smooth Academic TransitionsFelix MartuaMarch 10, 2026 by Felix MartuaMarch 10, 20260 It has been a year since the last time Indonesia Expat had a chat with Dr. Howard Menand, the Head...
Liam O’Shea Discusses Bali Island School, IB Education Since Early Age, and Creating ‘Globally-Minded Citizens’Felix MartuaMarch 10, 2026March 10, 2026 by Felix MartuaMarch 10, 2026March 10, 20260 Four decades later, Bali Island School continues to be the leader of IB World Schools across Indonesia. As one of...
Antoine and Marie Audebert Introduce My Little Beringin and the Importance of Early Childhood EducationFelix MartuaMarch 5, 2026 by Felix MartuaMarch 5, 20260 By combining the best French early childhood practices with the richness of Indonesian culture, My Little Beringin aims to build...
A Quick Guide to Batak Toba’s Wedding ProcessionsFelix MartuaFebruary 19, 2026 by Felix MartuaFebruary 19, 20260 Indonesian wedding customs have always been a subject of cultural fascination among locals and expatriates alike. The wedding processions held...
This January, Time to Come Up with Your Own Definition of ‘New Beginnings’Felix MartuaJanuary 14, 2026 by Felix MartuaJanuary 14, 20260 Our editor ponders how one should start realistically defining the phrase “new beginnings” and why we should no longer put...
Let’s Create Hopeful ‘New Beginnings’ for Children Together with Make-A-Wish® IndonesiaFelix MartuaJanuary 9, 2026January 9, 2026 by Felix MartuaJanuary 9, 2026January 9, 20260 A wish granted, especially during the darkest period of a child’s life, creates a moment when fear gives way to...
KAAZE Talks Performing for First Time at The H Club SCBD, Se7en Records, New EP with Steve Aoki, and MoreFelix MartuaDecember 10, 2025 by Felix MartuaDecember 10, 20250 Minutes before Swedish DJ and music producer KAAZE hit the stage at The H Club SCBD, Jakarta, Indonesia, for the...
Gilles Tressens and Swissôtel Living Jakarta Mega Kuningan are Ready to Bring ‘Winter Wonderland’ to the CityFelix MartuaDecember 10, 2025December 10, 2025 by Felix MartuaDecember 10, 2025December 10, 20250 The holiday season is here! And Swissôtel Living Jakarta Mega Kuningan is ready for it. In a conversation with Indonesia...
Brenton Hall of AIS Indonesia Discusses Accomplishments and Finding Joy in ‘Faith, Friendships, and Connections’Felix MartuaDecember 9, 2025December 9, 2025 by Felix MartuaDecember 9, 2025December 9, 20250 Indonesia Expat recently had a chat with Brenton Hall, the School Adviser at Australian Independent School (AIS Indonesia), as the...