A Resort to Protect Biodiversity in Indonesia
When Andrew Miner discovered Batbitim Island in 2003, he found a remote shark finning camp in a vast sea devastated...
Jakarta’s Former Red Light District Revamped as Sports Hub
Jakarta?s sports enthusiasts will be pleased to know that what used to be the capital?s red light district in Kalijodo...
The Irony Behind Indonesian Literature
Has Indonesian literature really been left behind? Perhaps a more important question: Is it too late to catch up?...
Upscale Resort Rebrands in Jakarta
Intercontinental, one of Jakarta’s most successful hotels, plans to rebrand itself to Ayana Midplaza with hopes of becoming the capital’s...
5 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD RENT A BIKE IN BALI
It is not uncommon for Bali tourists to use motorcycles to experience the scenic landscape of Bali. Here are five...
Intergalactic Parenting
Ruth Reken’s co-authored book, Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds, explores the experiences of people who have spent a...
Villa Alamanda, the Ubud Sanctuary for Solo Travellers (Advertorial)
Solo travellers looking to have the ‘Eat, Pray, Love’ style holiday experience should consider staying in this secluded luxury villa,...
Pullman Legian Nirwana: Not Your Average Bali Hotel
Hotels in Bali are known to be exceptionally enchanting. After all, who would not want to wake up in the...
This Gadget Knows When You’re Breathing Harmful Air in Indonesia
Researchers from Harvard and Columbia Universities estimated there were more than 90,000 early deaths this year in areas close to...
5 Holiday Shopping Trends to Look Out For This Season
Scandinavian renowned furniture and warehouse store IKEA guides us through this holiday shopping season with its latest winter collection. Whether...
10 Things to Remember About Immigration Raids in Indonesia
Whether checking for documents, reducing the threat of terrorism or countering drug distribution, Indonesian Immigration authorities and the police regularly...
Jakarta Braces for Islamic Hardline Protest Against Governor Ahok
Several businesses in Jakarta have encouraged their employees to stay inside during what many fear will become a violent protest...
Employment of Foreigners in Indonesia
Indonesia is becoming well known as one of the largest emerging markets in the world with increasingly attractive options for...
20,000 Volunteers Come Together for a Cleaner Jakarta, Thousands More Join Across Nation
On Sunday, October 16, the fourth annual Clean Up Jakarta Day took place, with 20,000 volunteers and joined by celebrities...
Bridge Collapse in Bali Kills 9, Injures More than 30
The Yellow Bridge in Klungkung, Bali collapsed at 6:30 pm local time on October 16, killing nine people, including three...
Dead Infant Found in Airplane Toilet at Soekarno-Hatta
Airline personnel found the body of a dead infant inside one of the lavatories on board Qatar Airways flight 956...
Tax Amnesty Has Indonesia Polarized
Public criticism is building up for Indonesia's tax amnesty programme. Activists claim it is more advantageous for the wealthy elite...
Jakarta’s Fourth Annual City-Wide Clean-up Invites Everyone to Volunteer
The city of DKI Jakarta produces a staggering 6,700 tonnes of trash a day; the equivalent of one colossal Borobudur...
Google: Indonesia to Dominate SEA’ Digital Economy by 2025
A study conducted by Google and Temasek revealed that Indonesia will take over Southeast Asia’s digital economy by 2025. Yesterday,...
LGBT Rights Questioned in Indonesian Courtroom
On Tuesday, Indonesia’s Constitutional Court reviewed anti-LGBT laws in its latest hearing of a lawsuit attended by a group of...
Indonesian Finance Ministry Yet to Confirm Cigarette Price Increase
Despite ongoing reports about the Indonesian government’s plans to increase cigarette prices, Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati said that the...