What’ Up, Doc?
Bapaks in white coats continue to put the fear of God up Indonesia’s expats. “Doctor, Doctor, I’m at death’s door!” “Don’t worry, we’ll pull you
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Canggu: Surfer-Cum-Yogi Haven
Discovering the still-quiet area of Canggu to reboot and revitalize body and soul through yoga, healthy eating and total relaxation. “There used to be beautiful
Passion for Beauty and Fashion: Meet Julhenry
Jules Henry, known in the industry as Julhenry, is the CEO and founder of Fauve Agency, a leader in model management based in Bali, with
Saudara Dalam Sejarah: Exposing the Story of Indonesia’s Forgotten Exiles
In the 1960s, Sukarno sent thousands of students to study abroad, including in China. After the 1965 anti-communist massacre, in which over 500,000 Indonesians were
Health and Safety Indonesian-Style
A few years ago my father told me that he would like to come and visit me in Jakarta. Wonderful, I thought, he had never
Indonesia Foils Year-End Terror Attack But Must Remain Cautious
Indonesia managed to foil a terrorist attack over the holiday season, but it must step up surveillance, and adopt more sophisticated and comprehensive countermeasures to
Premier Eye Care in Indonesia: The Jakarta Eye Center
Tjahjono D. Gondhowiardjo, MD, is the Director of Corporate Development and Education at Jakarta Eye Center (PT Nitrasanata Dharma), practicing since 1992 after completing his
Shaping the Nation: Cosmetic Surgery in Indonesia
The demand for beauty treatments is increasing in Indonesia, as more and more dermatologists and general practitioners flourish in the aesthetics industry. Does that beautiful
Indonesia’s dollar millionaires to reach 151,000 by 2020
The number of dollar millionaires in Indonesia is projected to rise by more than half over the next five years as growth in emerging markets
Educating Bali’s Unique Children: Sukacita Foundation
By raising awareness about intellectual disability, the Sukacita Foundation gives Bali’s ‘unique children’ a chance to thrive. Children with cognitive delays can find the fast-paced
Take the Road Less Travelled: Cubadak Paradiso Village
Discovering the overland and underwater treats on a little island resort off the coast of West Sumatra. Why do we travel? Is it in pursuit
Scum in the Cities
Indonesian law carries a six-year jail term for negligent drivers who cause fatal accidents. But rich kids in costly cars are usually above the law.
The Wizard of Bali: Meet Ceremco Van Leeuwen
Ceremco Van Leeuwen is an international magician and hypnotist who brings his magic and healing to children and adults at special events and on the
The Business of Holidaying: Meet Hermann Wegmueller
Hermann Wegmueller is a Swiss expatriate who has been in the travel industry since the age of 16, previously working in Bali and Bangkok. A
Coincidental Christmas
As I write this I am sitting on a Cebu Pacific flight back from Manila, Philippines, having just attended my first Christmas celebration of
Marching Orders
An army marches on its stomach and so does an English teacher, as Daniel Pope found out. Despite my earning a living from editing, writing
Spice Up Your Life
Watch out, Indonesia – our expert epicure is on the move, recently roaming the archipelago incognito to bring you the truth about the nation’s dining
Thriving Coral Reef, Thriving Community: Wakatobi Resort Conservation
The Coral Triangle has been likened to an underwater Amazon rainforest for its density and diversity of species. Stretching from the Philippines to Malaysia to
Servicing Small Businesses and Startups: Marquee Executive Offices
Lena Thong is a leader of serviced offices in Indonesia, founding Marquee Executive Offices 10 years ago in Jakarta. Her company now has 11 office
Pulau Seribu – get away to amazing islands over Christmas without leaving Jakarta!
Years end in Jakarta can be a stressful experience – traffic becomes worse than usual, flight prices go through the roof, and organizing a family
2015 at a Glance: the Good, the Bad and the Shocking
2015 was pivotal for Indonesia in many ways, and it’s important to take stock of the 12 months that have passed. We’ve taken the liberty