Maintaining Your Mental Health As An ExpatriateIshia ToledoAugust 18, 2017 by Ishia ToledoAugust 18, 201701051Whenever you pack your bags, relocate and settle in a foreign country, starting anew in a place that’s unfamiliar can...
Giving Back: Volunteering Activities in IndonesiaIshia ToledoJune 30, 2017August 1, 2017 by Ishia ToledoJune 30, 2017August 1, 201703790Whether coming to Indonesia for a vacation or permanent relocation, one can’t help but admire the country for its rich...
The Challenges For Global Retail Franchises in IndonesiaSharon HambaliJune 28, 2017 by Sharon HambaliJune 28, 201702081Following the recent shutdown of America?s largest chain of convenience store 7-Eleven, here are the challenges of foreign retail franchises...
The Trouble With Alcohol in IndonesiaIshia ToledoJune 19, 2017November 12, 2020 by Ishia ToledoJune 19, 2017November 12, 2020012737Indonesia, being a Muslim majority country, is also a pluralist, democratic and secular nation. And with the rest of the...
Jakarta’s Top Acupuncture PicksIshia ToledoMay 29, 2017June 28, 2023 by Ishia ToledoMay 29, 2017June 28, 202309659Acupuncture is a 3,000-year-old healing technique from traditional Chinese medicine. It is known as a “complementary medical practice that entails...
Employment for Foreigners: What You Need to KnowCaroline WinataMay 26, 2017October 23, 2017 by Caroline WinataMay 26, 2017October 23, 201701457For expats, earning a living in Indonesia can be difficult. From finding secure employment to navigating the bureaucratic nightmare that...
Dating An Indonesian: Here’ What Foreigners Need To KnowSharon HambaliMay 23, 2017June 18, 2021 by Sharon HambaliMay 23, 2017June 18, 2021057641Dating someone with a different cultural background can be interesting, but it is not easy. Here are foreigners tips when...
Tips for Headhunters and Recruits in IndonesiaSharon HambaliMay 22, 2017 by Sharon HambaliMay 22, 201703832What Expats Should Know About Headhunting in Indonesia Companies thrive on the back of good talent. Great teams of qualified...
Six Tips for Expats Travelling to Remote Areas of IndonesiaSharon HambaliMay 9, 2017May 10, 2017 by Sharon HambaliMay 9, 2017May 10, 201701785Across Indonesia’s 17,000 plus islands, there is something for everyone – even the pickiest of travellers. As the country opens...
The Mystery of Indonesia’s KITAP Explained (INFOGRAPHIC)Caroline WinataApril 26, 2017April 26, 2017 by Caroline WinataApril 26, 2017April 26, 201703076The KITAP can open many doors for expats in Indonesia. Here's an interesting graphic to help on your quest for...
Obtaining a Bank Account, Tax Number & BPJS-KKenneth YeungApril 26, 2017February 21, 2022 by Kenneth YeungApril 26, 2017February 21, 202203888Living and working in Indonesia, there are always challenges in meeting the changing requirements of the bureaucracy. Some of these...
Opinion: Understanding Indonesia’s Business CultureSharon HambaliApril 26, 2017 by Sharon HambaliApril 26, 201704539Adapting to a new work culture is often challenging. In Indonesia, there are certain rules of thumb that expats need...
Five Locations In Indonesia That Are Filled With ExpatsSharon HambaliMarch 31, 2017June 16, 2021 by Sharon HambaliMarch 31, 2017June 16, 2021018954Expats who are looking for great places in Indonesia to call home, here are five great spots that might be...
5 Things for Retirees to Consider When Settling in BaliNadya Joy AdorMarch 29, 2017September 22, 2021 by Nadya Joy AdorMarch 29, 2017September 22, 202107396People will not have any problem looking for reasons to retire in beautiful Bali. There?s no doubt the Balinese are...
Understanding the Expat Child Syndrome (ECS)Ishia ToledoMarch 29, 2017 by Ishia ToledoMarch 29, 201705387Moving to a foreign country with the entire family can be exciting. However, it can also make one feel anxious...
What to Watch Out for When Renting Property in IndonesiaNadya Joy AdorMarch 27, 2017November 3, 2020 by Nadya Joy AdorMarch 27, 2017November 3, 202003014While buying a house remains every person’s ultimate life dream, the ever-increasing prices of real estate globally are pushing more...
8 Nightclubs in Jakarta and Bali That Foreigners Will LoveSharon HambaliMarch 21, 2017August 16, 2022 by Sharon HambaliMarch 21, 2017August 16, 202207859Some locals advise not to spend too many ?days? in the nightclubs. Expats won?t know what this means until they...
Expats Urged to Keep Kids Safe in Light of Samarinda RapeSharon HambaliMarch 16, 2017 by Sharon HambaliMarch 16, 201702439Gang rape in Samarinda has grabbed headlines. Authorities exposed an online pedophile ring. Here?s how expats in Indonesia can protect...
Top 5 Jobs Available for Foreigners in BaliNadya Joy AdorMarch 14, 2017June 18, 2021 by Nadya Joy AdorMarch 14, 2017June 18, 202107560In many cases, expatriates choose to live in Bali because the living cost is relatively lower compared to other places...
An Investor’ Guide: How to Acquire a Local CompanyNadya Joy AdorMarch 14, 2017June 8, 2023 by Nadya Joy AdorMarch 14, 2017June 8, 202306143Indonesia is a country with great economic potential, one that has been under the probing eyes of the global community....
8 Free Ways to Learn Bahasa IndonesiaIshia ToledoMarch 13, 2017March 13, 2021 by Ishia ToledoMarch 13, 2017March 13, 2021016901So you’ve moved to Indonesia and are all set to adapt and start anew in a country that feels so...