Sugar & Spice Unveils The Coastal Atelier, a New Chapter in the Sunday Brunch Edition
An artful afternoon where French tradition, Indonesian heritage, and Nordic craft meet at the table. At Sugar & Spice, Sunday...
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InterContinental Bali Resort Appoints Narendran Maniam as Director of Food & Beverage
InterContinental Bali Resort is delighted to announce the appointment of Narendran Maniam, known as Hendra, as its new Director of...
Police Bust Casino in Batam, 10 Foreigners Arrested
The National Police’s Criminal Investigation Agency raided a gambling operation—involving both arcade-style games and casino-style gambling—at Nagoya Game Zone in...
Swiss Tourist Sentenced to One Year in Prison for Mocking Hindu Nyepi Ritual
A 26-year-old Swiss tourist with initials LAZ has been sentenced to one year in prison by the panel of judges...
Why Ubud Should Be Your Next Bali Escape
Nestled among Bali’s breathtaking landscapes, Ubud has long been celebrated as the island’s cultural and natural heart. Beyond its vibrant...
Beyond Jakarta: How the Bugis-Makassar Ethos Builds Empires from the Margins
Over the years, big businesses have been following inescapable geography in Indonesia. The standard rules for a founder of a...
Foreign Tourists Continue Holidaying in Labuan Bajo Following East Nusa Tenggara Earthquake
Foreign tourists in Labuan Bajo, West Manggarai Regency, have continued their holiday activities safely and normally after a magnitude 7.7...
The Apurva Kempinski Bali Marks Indonesia’s 81st Independence Day with the Powerful Indonesia Festival 2026
The Apurva Kempinski Bali has announced the Powerful Indonesia Festival 2026, an immersive tribute to the nation’s heritage and cultural...
Gaia Music Festival 2026 Continues “Music for All” Celebration with Diverse Collaborations on Day Two
After successfully opening the festival with a vibrant range of musical genres on its first day, Gaia Music Festival (GMF)...
Made in Indonesia: The Ascent of Premium Local Brands
From ethical fashion and handcrafted ceramics to artisanal leather goods and contemporary furniture, Indonesian brands are redefining what “made in...
Beyond Handmade: The People Preserving Indonesia’s Craft Heritage
These Indonesian artisans and entrepreneurs may work with different materials, techniques, and traditions, but their journeys share a common belief:...
64 Foreign Inmates in Bali Granted Independence Day Remission
A total of 64 foreign nationals serving sentences in correctional facilities across Bali received sentence remissions to mark the 81st...
House of Tugu Old Town Jakarta Named Among the Top 5 Best City Hotels in Indonesia by Travel + Leisure Luxury
Less than two years after opening its doors, House of Tugu Old Town Jakarta has achieved a landmark recognition on...
Foreigners in Bali Join in Celebrating Indonesia’s 81st Independence Day
Foreign tourists joined local residents in traditional games at Legian Beach, celebrating Indonesia’s 81st Independence Day while experiencing the country’s...
Somerset Grand Citra Jakarta Introduces ‘Comfortcation’ with Up to 25% Off and Wellness Perks
Somerset Grand Citra Jakarta invites families, leisure travellers and urban explorers to rediscover the comfort of staying in the heart...
Gaia Music Festival 2026 Presents ‘Music for All’, Celebrating Musical Diversity Amid Bandung’s Natural Landscape
Music once again filled Bandung’s valley with the staging of Gaia Music Festival (GMF) 2026 at the Amphitheatre of The...
JW Marriott Surabaya Unveils Semarak Nusantara
Celebrating Indonesia’s Independence Through Meaningful Moments and Timeless Traditions In celebration of Indonesia’s 81st Independence Day, JW Marriott Surabaya proudly...
Indonesia’s Customs Seizes Chinese Nationals Smuggling Gold in Genitals and Rectums
The Directorate General of Customs and Excise of the Indonesian Ministry of Finance, through Soekarno-Hatta Customs, has apprehended several Chinese...
‘I Feel Sick!’: Nausea and Vomiting Among Adults
Sickness can happen to everyone, and it may even happen more frequently in Jakarta. Nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting (being...
Phoenix Gastrobar by Holywings: A Superbly Delicious Reason to Swing by Pantai Indah Kapuk
The editor of Indonesia Expat recently had the chance to enjoy a meal at Phoenix Gastrobar by Holywings in Pantai Indah...
More Than a Café: How Pet-Friendly Cafés are Changing Indonesia’s Urban Lifestyle
On a sunny weekend morning in Bumi Serpong Damai (BSD City), the first customers arrive carrying more than just handbags...