Chinese New Year

Fortune Year of the Metal Rat at Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 2, 2020January 2, 2020

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 2, 2020January 2, 20200

Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta is delighted to present a series of grand Chinese New Year celebrations this upcoming Year of the...

Six White Lions Introduced in Taman Safari on Chinese New Year

Indonesia ExpatFebruary 16, 2018February 16, 2018

by Indonesia ExpatFebruary 16, 2018February 16, 20180

Popular tourist spot, wildlife park Taman Safari Indonesia, introduced six white lions to the public for Chinese New Year on...

1,500 Chinese Tourists Intend to Celebrate Chinese New Year in Bali

Sania RasyidJanuary 26, 2018

by Sania RasyidJanuary 26, 20180

Indonesia is set to receive at least 1,500 Chinese tourists on the resort island of Bali for the lunar new...

Chinese New Year Extravaganza: Hong Kong

Gail G. CollinsJanuary 26, 2016February 9, 2016

by Gail G. CollinsJanuary 26, 2016February 9, 20160

The gateway city to China commands a stunning harbour skyline, urban greenspaces, unmatched shopping, a fusion of Chinese, British and...

Predict Your Future?

Mark LediardJanuary 28, 2013June 13, 2024

by Mark LediardJanuary 28, 2013June 13, 20240

Astrology, fortune tellers and horoscopes are part of our daily lives. Computers and mobile phones opened new doors for the...

Desmond Tan

Angela JelitaJanuary 21, 2012August 8, 2017

by Angela JelitaJanuary 21, 2012August 8, 20170

Meet Desmond Tan Kok Tat. The Malaysian expat born in the year of the dog who’s married to a Dragon....

Mr. Christopher Bong

Angela JelitaJanuary 21, 2012August 8, 2017

by Angela JelitaJanuary 21, 2012August 8, 20170

Mr. Christopher Bong Where are you originally from? I am from Singapore and am 3rd generation Singaporean with Indonesian roots....

Enlightenment from my Chinese Friends

Indonesia ExpatJanuary 21, 2012November 11, 2021

by Indonesia ExpatJanuary 21, 2012November 11, 20212

I have been living here for a while now, but I realised that I am totally ignorant about the Chinese...

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Ngurah Rai Immigration Opens Immigration Lounge at Discovery Mall Bali

10 Jul 2026 — The new Immigration Lounge at Discovery Mall Bali brings immigration services closer to the public, allowing residents and tourists to access selected services in a more convenient location. The Class I Special Immigration Office with TPI Ngurah Rai has officially opened an Immigration Lounge at Discovery Mall Bali in Kuta....

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Ngurah Rai Immigration Opens Immigration Lounge at Discovery Mall Bali

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Bali Immigration Tightens Rules on Foreign Influencers and Content Creators

08 Jul 2026 — Foreign tourists using visitor visas are prohibited from carrying out promotional or commercial content activities, with immigration authorities increasing patrols and monitoring social media for potential violations. The Directorate General of Immigration is tightening its oversight of foreign nationals in Bali, particularly those working as influencers and content creators on...

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Bali Immigration Tightens Rules on Foreign Influencers and Content Creators

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Immigration Deported 342 Foreign Nationals in Bali During the First Half of 2026

07 Jul 2026 — The Directorate General of Immigration in Bali deported 342 foreign nationals found guilty of violating immigration regulations between January and June 2026. The Head of the Bali Regional Office of the Directorate General of Immigration, Felucia Sengky Ratna, stated that the action was carried out by all immigration work units:...

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Immigration Deported 342 Foreign Nationals in Bali During the First Half of 2026

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One Night Being a Chelsea Fan in Citadines Sudirman Jakarta

07 Jul 2026 — Inside the Chelsea Bridge Suite at Citadines Sudirman Jakarta: A unique stay combining football heritage, modern comfort, and panoramic views of the capital. Chelsea FC, one of the biggest football clubs in England, has officially partnered with Ascott Indonesia as its official hotel partner, launching two themed suite rooms in...

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One Night Being a Chelsea Fan in Citadines Sudirman Jakarta

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Mapping Jakarta Across Five Centuries

08 Jul 2026 — In June, Jakarta celebrated its 499th birthday under the theme “Moving Towards a New Era.” The birthday marks the 22nd of June, 1527, when Fatahillah defeated the Portuguese at Sunda Kelapa and renamed the settlement Jayakarta, meaning “complete victory” or “city of victory.” Nearly five centuries later, beyond Jakarta’s modern...

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Chinese New Year

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