10 Fun Facts About Earth Day You Might Not Know Yet
Turns out, this green milestone also renders a few colourful facts. Tuesday, the 22nd of April, 2025, marked Earth Day....
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Kadek & Faiz : Keepers of All Things Balinese Snacks and Sweets
With Nyepi and Ramadan fast approaching, I (like many others, I’m sure) found myself fretting over what to gift friends...
Fatur Rohman: A Dedicated Martabak Seller
Fatur Rohman, moving from Tegal to Jakarta, has been selling martabak since 1990, working tirelessly every day to support his...
Food Waste in Indonesia: A Complex Interplay of Religion, Culture, and Ramadan
By working together, we can reduce food waste, conserve resources, and ensure food security for all. Disclaimer: This article was...
BKPM, Immigration, and the Tax Office: What You Need to Know
We’re going to assume you follow some local news. If you don’t, you should, because as an expat living and...
Ascott Kuningan Jakarta & Somerset Grand Citra Jakarta Celebrate Ramadan With CSR Initiative At Cut Meutia Mosque
In the spirit of Ramadan, Ascott Kuningan Jakarta and Somerset Grand Citra Jakarta have undertaken a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)...
Marriott Hotels in Indonesia & Malaysia Unite for #LOVEFORALL Supporting Down Syndrome Community
Hotels Across Both Countries Adorned in Blue and Yellow on World Down Syndrome Day, Championing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Marriott...
Alfajrul: The Story of Sate Padang Vendor
In the busy streets of the city, we often see street vendors working hard to provide for their families. One...
Tommy the Tailor at Tommy Tailor
You ever get that nagging feeling when you have clothes you want to keep, but they just don’t fit quite...
Jack Hanafi Discusses Allied Indonesia and the Importance of Comfortable Relocation
Are you a working expat planning to relocate to and/or from Indonesia? Well, Allied Indonesia is here to help. Let’s...
From ‘Bule’ to ‘Local’: How Expat Kids Absorb (and Sometimes, Resist) Indonesian Culture
Could expat kids completely immerse themselves in Indonesian culture? Hereʼs one insightful observation. “Tak mau. Terlalu mahal. Tolong lebih murah.”...
A Bird Photography Trip with a Pro on the Island of Gods
Knowledge of birds in Bali can help you better understand the layered richness of this heaven on earth. Bali has...
PAP Smears or Cervical Screening Tests? Manage Your Own Health!
A cervical screening test (previously known as a smear test) is a method of detecting abnormal cells on the cervix....
Cosy and Feel-Good Libraries in Jakarta to Visit
Are you looking for a place to quietly enjoy some quiet me-time as well as your scholarly love for books?...
10 Fun Facts about Indonesia You Might Not Know Yet
This trivia about Indonesia might amuse (and surprise) the expats. Indonesia is a huge country with such a long history....
Nana the Friendly Warung Keeper
An unmistakable staple of everyday life in Indonesia is the warung. If you’ve spent enough time here, you’ve surely come...
Revolutionising School Meals in Indonesia through Hospitality Partnerships
Harnessing Indonesia’s hospitality industry to revolutionise school meals, ensuring nutritious, high-quality food for millions of children through strategic partnerships. Indonesia,...
‘Marriage Is Scary’ TikTok Trend and Why You Should Not Trust It
The ‘Marriage is Scary‘ trend has sparked fear among many young people regarding the concept of marriage. Let us delve...
Board Game Cafés in Indonesia: An Expat’s Guide to Breaking the Bubble
For expats seeking authentic connections in Indonesia, board game cafés offer a unique opportunity to step outside the typical expat...
The Cross-Cultural Love Phenomenon in Bali: What Is It Like?
On an island where the world comes to you instead, Bali offers a unique opportunity to meet people from various...
Modern vs. Traditional: Indonesian Love Dilemmas
A look at how traditional Indonesian values on love and marriage compare with modern, global perspectives. When Neil, a financial...