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Restriction on Hiking Mountains in Bali Touted, Tourism Industry Expresses Concerns

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 31, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 31, 20230

A draft regulation from the Bali Spatial Planning Regional Regulation (Perda RTRW) could potentially limit or ban tourists from hiking landmarks such as Gunung Batur,

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Visitor Visa and Extension Applicable on the Molina Immigration Website

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 30, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 30, 20230

Foreigners can apply for an extension of their eVoA and for a visa for tourism and pre-Investment at molina.imigrasi.go.id, a service that was launched on

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Luca Cappellato, the New Italian Sous Chef for Park Hyatt Jakarta

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 28, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 28, 20230

Park Hyatt Jakarta welcomes Luca Cappellato as the Italian Sous Chef for the hotel’s popular Dining Room restaurant. Luca Cappellato is providing strategic support to

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Ikan, Nusa Dua’s Elevated Beachfront Dining Destination Is Now Open

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 28, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 28, 20230

Having undergone a complete revamp, Ikan at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali offers a one-of-a-kind destination to dine, drink and savour life at its

Brazilian Woman Arrested in Bali Carrying 3.9kg of Cocaine

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 28, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 28, 20230

A Brazilian has been arrested at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport for carrying 3.9 kilogrammes of cocaine and 1.63 grams of clonazepam. The 19-year-old

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Skrillex: Let’s Rave Tonight at Dragonfly Club!

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 27, 2023January 27, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 27, 2023January 27, 20230

Skrillex returned to Jakarta with a stellar setlist after a long-awaited four years of not raving with his fans in Indonesia on Wednesday, 25th January

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Issuing a Second Home Visa at Bali Airport

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 27, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 27, 20230

Foreigners can collect their second home visa at a number of international airports, including at I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport in Bali. Head of the

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Colliers Officially Released Q4 Report of Jakarta’s and Bali’s Properties

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 26, 2023January 26, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 26, 2023January 26, 20230

Colliers – a commercial real estate agency that provides top-tier property services to tenants, owners, and investors – has officially released the Q4 2022 report

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Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach Announces Chef Rizal as the Newest Culinary Hero

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 26, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 26, 20230

Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach is delighted to welcome Chef Rizal as the Japanese Specialty Chef, overseeing the day-to-day operations at SugarSand, the hotel’s beachfront

Cardless Toll Payment to be Trialled in Bali, National Roll-out Due by December

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 25, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 25, 20230

The Ministry of Public Works and Public Housing’s Toll Road Regulatory Agency (BPJT) has announced that the system for paying tolls will change in 2023

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Experience a New Level of Luxury at SIWA Cliffs Lombok

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 25, 2023January 25, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 25, 2023January 25, 20230

With its crystalline waters and white sand beaches, it’s not hard to see why Lombok is a must-visit destination. There have been few opportunities to

Indonesian Citizens Defraud Saudi Arabia Princess Out of Rp505 Billion

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 25, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 25, 20230

A daughter of the King of Saudi Arabia, Lolwah Binti Muhammed Bin Abdullah Al Saud, has fallen victim to fraud by two Indonesian citizens, suffering

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New Year’s Resolution: The Journey Inside

Donny SyofyanJanuary 24, 2023

by Donny SyofyanJanuary 24, 20230

Are we in need of a New Year’s resolution? Yes, because at the end of the year, we need something to measure. The idea of

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Visiting Las Vegas for the First Time? Here’s what to Do

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 23, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 23, 20230

Las Vegas is one of the most attractive cities in the US. Visiting this city is a must if you want to explore American culture

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Auspicious Year of the Rabbit at JW Marriott Hotel Jakarta

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 22, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 22, 20230

JW Marriott Hotel Jakarta proudly welcomes the Year of the Water Rabbit with culinary delights, luxurious hampers, and “Yee Sang to You” special packages. On

TripAdvisor: Bali Ranks Second Most Popular Destination

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 21, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 21, 20230

Travel site TripAdvisor has named Bali as the second most popular destination in the world for 2023 in the Travellers’ Choice Award. Bali was chosen

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The Searcher Who Cared and Shared

Duncan GrahamJanuary 20, 2023

by Duncan GrahamJanuary 20, 20230

Through special visas, Sandiaga Uno wants to open the wallets of foreign “digital nomads“, Gen Zedders with laptops in their backpacks and flawless Wi-Fi by

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Sanur Health Economic Zone to Start Operating Q1 2024

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 19, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 19, 20230

A tourism-focused state-owned enterprise that owns InJourney, PT Aviasi Wisata Indonesia, is targeting the Health Economic Zone (KEK) Sanur, Bali and is expected to start

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Lunar New Year 2023 at Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 19, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 19, 20230

Though most well-known for its iconic Sunday Brunch at Cucina, Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua will be hosting the Chinese New Year celebrations in its other

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Entering 2023, Ascott Opens Oakwood Hotel & Apartments Taman Mini Jakarta and Expands to Seven New Cities in Indonesia

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 19, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 19, 20230

Oakwood Hotel & Apartments Taman Mini Jakarta marks the opening of Ascott’s first property in 2023 and will add more than 4,000 units across seven

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Covid, the Blessings in Disguise

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 19, 2023

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 19, 20230

But what a disguise! COVID has been one of the most deadly plagues to ever hit the world, killing millions and still killing. And yet,

Restriction on Hiking Mountains in Bali Touted, Tourism Industry Expresses Concerns

Visitor Visa and Extension Applicable on the Molina Immigration Website

Luca Cappellato, the New Italian Sous Chef for Park Hyatt Jakarta

Ikan, Nusa Dua’s Elevated Beachfront Dining Destination Is Now Open

Brazilian Woman Arrested in Bali Carrying 3.9kg of Cocaine

Skrillex: Let’s Rave Tonight at Dragonfly Club!

Issuing a Second Home Visa at Bali Airport

Colliers Officially Released Q4 Report of Jakarta’s and Bali’s Properties

Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach Announces Chef Rizal as the Newest Culinary Hero

Cardless Toll Payment to be Trialled in Bali, National Roll-out Due by December

Experience a New Level of Luxury at SIWA Cliffs Lombok

Indonesian Citizens Defraud Saudi Arabia Princess Out of Rp505 Billion

New Year’s Resolution: The Journey Inside

Visiting Las Vegas for the First Time? Here’s what to Do

Auspicious Year of the Rabbit at JW Marriott Hotel Jakarta

TripAdvisor: Bali Ranks Second Most Popular Destination

The Searcher Who Cared and Shared

Sanur Health Economic Zone to Start Operating Q1 2024

Lunar New Year 2023 at Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua

Entering 2023, Ascott Opens Oakwood Hotel & Apartments Taman Mini Jakarta and Expands to Seven New Cities in Indonesia

Covid, the Blessings in Disguise

Alternative Weekend Brunches

“Getting Covered with a Few clicks” – New Start-up Provides Online Health Insurance in Indonesia

ibis Styles Bogor Raya’s Successful 3rd Anniversary with Stylish Family Run 3k

Heads Up, Tourist Extortion in Bali Still Business as Usual

Digital Banking Talks with Arwin Rasyid

Sesameed Redefines Student-Centred Boarding School Support Across Asia

Unpacking the Bali Paradox: Are We Loving the Island to Death?

How Lucky Is Your House?

Perfumery 101 with Azis

Educating the Younger Generation with Dian Afriza