Paradise in Peril: Raja Ampat’s Fight Against Cyanobacteria
For generations, the people here have lived in sync with the ocean, guided by ancestral knowledge passed down through time....
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Stay Awhile: How Long-Term Travel is Changing the Way We See Indonesia
It’s no longer about ticking destinations off a list. It’s about growing roots, however briefly, in a place that demands...
Investing in Indonesia’s Tourism Future: Ross Woods on Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities
Ross Woods is a seasoned hotel investment advisor with over 30 years of global experience, bringing unparalleled expertise to the...
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....
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...
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.”...
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....
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...
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...
Creating a Home Miles from Home: Heartfelt Seasonal Moments in Jakarta
The Festive Season is upon us again, and a sure sign of the years catching up on us is the...
2024, A Year of Overthinking and Patience: A Personal Reflection
I always believe that if you want to know the mood of the nation, simply take a look at the...
The Expat Xmas
The best policy for most festive expatriates is to huddle together like Antarctic penguins at someone’s pied-a-terre and drink themselves...
Why Are Many Jakartans Still Hesitant to Use Public Transport?
Time to examine the reasons behind Jakartans’ tendency to use private vehicles amidst growing public transport options. As more people...
World Car Free Day Should be a Reminder to Rethink Our Driving Habits: An Opinion Piece
As the world observes World Car Free Day on the 22nd of September, it serves as a poignant reminder for...
‘Aceh Is Not Iran’: An Expat Observation
Visitors, foreign nationals, and even native Indonesians may have already had their ears ‘bashed’ – as the Australians would say...
Houses in Narrow Alleys in Jakarta: Characteristics and Challenges
We are already halfway through the year 2024, but despite the changing times, many Jakarta residents are still struggling to...
Your Next Destination: Thailand or Bali?
A discourse that has been the buzz amongst many travel enthusiasts is: “Which is the better destination: Thailand or Bali?”...
Decoding the Constellations in Search of “The One”
Searching for “the one”, or our soulmate, is either a tumultuous or smooth adventure, depending on the individual. I’m surrounded...
Love Me, Love My Vote
Pledges of love eternal flourishing on social media are like the vast east coast plains of normally arid Australia, saturated...