A Little Slice of Aquamarine Paradise: My Staycation at Crowne Plaza Labuan Bajo
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 Reflection
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 Transitions
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’
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 Education
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 Processions
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’
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® Indonesia
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 More
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 City
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’
Indonesia Expat recently had a chat with Brenton Hall, the School Adviser at Australian Independent School (AIS Indonesia), as the...
Get to Know Sander Looijen and How The Westin Resort Nusa Dua Has Become Bali’s Ultimate Wellness Destination
Indonesia Expat recently had a chat with Sander Looijen, currently serving as the General Manager of The Westin Resort Nusa...
Get to Know PT Tampubolon Sloep Dutch Desain, Where You Can Find Comfy, Sustainable Boats
Enjoying the best seafaring experience while simultaneously contributing to the sustainability cause? Yes, please! PT Tampubolon Sloep Dutch Desain understands...
Agatha Sari Talks JMS and Why Choosing the Right School is a Big ʽLifeʼs Decisionʼ
Get to know Agatha Sari, the Marketing Director at the prestigious Jakarta Multicultural School (JMS). Choosing the right school for...
BSJ Head of Wellbeing Andrea Downie Shares Why ‘Learning Doesn’t Happen Without Wellbeing’
Get to know Andrea Downie, the Head of Wellbeing at the celebrated British School Jakarta. At British School Jakarta (BSJ),...
Will Bogor be Indonesia’s Next Business Haven?
Bogor City, West Java, is experiencing rapid economic growth and has great potential to open up new business opportunities and...
Goodbye, Plaza Semanggi — and Hello, Lippo Mall Nusantara!
New name, new concept, new experience. Jakartans, meet Lippo Mall Nusantara. Perhaps anyone already trenched-deep in social media has already...
Get to Know Raisha Syarfuan, President Director of PT Sarinah
The recently appointed leader is ready to elevate one of the most iconic retail destinations in Indonesia into a cultural...
Could Malaysia be Your Next Home?
If you’re ready for a new international adventure, Malaysia might just be the ideal choice. For British national Andrew Davison,...
Sinead Smith Shines a Light on AIS Jakartaʼs Primary School
The Primary School at the Australian Independent School (AIS) Jakarta has consistently become the beacon of primary (elementary level) education...
Henry’s Steakhouse: A Supper Time Filled with Luscious Meats and Sweet Surprises
The editor of Indonesia Expat had the chance to enjoy dinner at Henry’s Steakhouse, Kuta, Bali. This is his story....